Lights Out at the Library Information Meeting
Monday, January 5, 7-8 pm
The annual sleepover, Lights Out at the Library on February 6 at Wilton Library, is for girls in grades 2 – 4. This meeting is required for parents if their daughters are attending Lights Out at the Library. Library staff will cover the history, the schedule, and the expectations for this event. Those unable to attend this informational meeting should contact Eileen Caulfield or Lesley Keogh in the Children's Library.

Winter Poetry Series with Joanna Ecke
Thursday, January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 10:30 am–noon
Dr. Joanna Ecke leads this 5-part series (January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5) exploring various poets and their writing techniques. Poetry packet available at front desk before seminar begins. Advance registration required.

Friday Film Fest
Friday, January 9, 1-3 pm
January's theme for our Friday Film Fest is Movie Musicals. Join us on January 9 for SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, starring Jane Powell and Howard Keel (1954, 103 minutes). Brilliant choreography by Michael Kidd, a spirited score by Johnny Mercer and Gene de Paul, and an imaginative plot about six brothers who decide to find brides for themselves after the seventh brother (Howard Keel) brings home a wife, heighten this euphoric and memorable musical. The classic 'barn-raising' dance sequence is one of the most thrilling musical numbers of all-time.

Stamford Loft Artists Association Art Reception
Friday, January 9, 6-7:30 pm
This creative group of artists represents a diverse range of styles, media and subject matter. Reception open to the public. Exhibit runs through Friday, January 30. Portion of proceeds benefits Wilton Library’s art fund.

Hands-on Digital Photography Class:
Intermediate Photo Editing
Saturday, January 10, 11 am-12:30 pm
Using a photo provided by the instructor and Photoshop Elements, students will learn how to enhance portrait photos by blurring and making other changes to the existing background using layers, selection tools, filters, and more. Basic computer skills, including mouse proficiency, required. Hands-on class, limited to 10 students - registration required. PLEASE NOTE: When the class is full, additional registrants will be added to a wait list. If any original registrants drop out, people from the wait list will be moved up to take the vacated spot. ALSO: Registrants must arrive on time to insure a great learning experience for all students. There will be no further seating after ten minutes past the posted start time. The door to the Training Lab will be closed at that time.

KIDS PROGRAM!
Fairy Doll Workshop
Saturday, January 10, 2-4 pm
Join Wilton Library's Mrs. Keogh to make a fairy doll to bring home. Drop-in between 2 - 4 p.m. All materials supplied. Ages 3 and up. No registration. Made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.

TEEN PROGRAM!
Teen Yoga for Midterms
Sunday, January 11, 2-3 pm
Yoga class for teens. Take a healthy study break and de-stress before midterms. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear sweats or loose comfortable clothes. Sponsored by the Wilton Library and the Wilton Family Y. Registration suggested.

Hot & Cool: Jazz at the Brubeck Room – Gerald Clayton
Sunday, January 11, 4-6 pm
Gerald Clayton was exposed to a variety of musical styles from a very young age growing up in a musical family (his father is bassist/composer John Clayton and his uncle saxophonist Jeff Clayton). Despite his young age, he has already performed with numerous outstanding musicians in a wide variety of venues. In September of 2006, Gerald received Second Place in the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute Jazz Piano Competition. Of his playing, Ben Ratliff of The New York Times wrote that it “…had huge, authoritative presence, an Oscar Peterson-like style, highly controlled touch and dynamics and rhapsodic, episodic soloing. ...” Reception following the performance. Funded by William and Karen Tell Foundation with special thanks to Ed and Catherine Romer. Suggested donation: $10 per person. Advance registration highly recommended. Pre-registrants must arrive by 3:50 p.m. to be guaranteed seating. After 3:50 p.m. and if space is available, wait-listed and walk-in registrants will be admitted.

Wilton Library Annual Appeal
During this time of economic downturn, people are increasingly taking advantage of the best deal in town: their public libraries. Our wonderful Wilton Library provides a wealth of numerous free collections, computer resources, research data, reference help, free programs, comfortable spaces to work, learn and gather for enrichment. Your gift will go directly toward the purchase of new books, DVDs, audiobooks, music CDs, periodicals and reference materials as well as supporting programs and technology for the public that educate, inspire and inform. We know you're faced with many choices for your philanthropic dollars and we truly hope you will once again choose to be a friend of the Wilton Library to keep this vibrant center of our community thriving. We appreciate your partnership in this important mission.

Storm and Emergency Information
As it gets cold and the possibility of snow and ice increases, patrons are reminded that the we use many communications vehicles to alert the public about delayed openings, early closings, or full-day closings. The library tries to remain available to the community during bad weather; however, decisions about closures and delays also take into account risk and safety factors related to patrons in the parking lots and walkways and library staff members driving in from great distances. The library uses several media outlets and Web sites to disseminate the information. Radio stations notified are: WEBE 108FM, WEFX 95.9 FM, WKHL Kool 96.7 FM, WNLK 1350 AM, and WSTC 1400 AM. The TV stations notified are News 12 TV and WFSB TV 3. Notifications also are available on www.cancellations.com (at this site you may also sign up for email notification of delays and closures), www.ctweather.com and the library's Web site at www.wiltonlibrary.org. The library's phone number (203) 762-3950 may also be called to hear the recorded message indicating the library's status due to inclement weather.

Do You Kindle?
What is a Kindle? It's a wireless reading device with an electronic-paper display that provides a sharp, high resolution screen; it looks and reads like real paper. It is simple to use, has no cables and requires no syncing. There are more than 200,000 titles available for the Kindle and it holds over 200 titles at any one time! And, at 10.3 ounces it is great for traveling. It is often hard to commit to a major purchase without trying it out so Wilton Library is giving you the opportunity to try the Kindle. Visit the Reference Desk to check it out or contact Mary Anne Franco at 762-3950, Ext. 210 if you have any questions.

January Book of the Month
Lincoln President-Elect
by Harold Holzer
Harold Holzer examines the four months between Lincoln’s election and inauguration, when the president-elect made the most important decision of his coming presidency – there would be no compromise on slavery or secession.  At this time, the country had two presidents: one powerless (the president-elect) and one paralyzed (the incumbent who refused to act).  Read an excerpt in November 2008 issue of Smithsonian Magazine.
Past books of the month.

Featured Magazine: Skiing
Enjoy traversing snow-laden slopes on a brisk winter afternoon? You can read all about the thrill of being on skis in Skiing magazine. In each of its six issues per year you get stunning photography, several feature articles, the latest news and trends in the sport as well as practical advice on gear, travel, fitness and technique. In The Guide, you learn details about some of the more challenging ski areas across the globe. On the website, there is a customizable resort guide, lots of video, several blogs and articles from past issues, so check it out!

Downloadable Audiobooks Are Here!!!
The Wilton Library is pleased to bring you downloadable Audiobooks from NetLibrary and Recorded Books. These audiobooks are available through the Internet and can be played on any desktop computer or portable device supporting Windows Media Player Version 10. Click here to get started.

InfoAnytime
Wilton Library is pleased to bring you InfoAnytime, a 24/7 reference service we will use to supplement our resources when the library is closed. Click on the InfoAnytime link to be connected to an InfoAnytime librarian who will use our resources, including our online databases, iCONN resources, and other web-based resources. Remember that you can always dial 203-762-3950, Ext. 211, to reach the Wilton Library Reference Desk during library hours. If you have any questions or comments about this service, please contact Mary Anne Mendola Franco, Head of Network Services, at 203-762-3950, Ext. 210.