In today’s world, the Internet is ubiquitous—it’s referenced in television commercials, print ads, news reports and even on product packaging. The library is making it easier now for beginners to use the web, with its free Basic Internet sessions designed to help people learn fundamental skills for surfing. Mary Anne Franco provides the hands-on instruction in two sessions on Tuesday, June 3, from 6:30–8 p.m. and again on Thursday, June 5, from 12:30-2 p.m. with the same material covered in both classes. Computer skills are not essential. Advance registration is required because the classes are limited to 10 students each in the computer lab. To register for the classes: www.wiltonlibrary.org/events or call 762-3950.
Wilton High School film festivalStudents from Wilton High School screen their year’s work in the fifth annual Wilton High School Film Festival being held in the Brubeck Room on Wednesday, June 4, from 7:30–8:30 p.m. The festival is open to the public and there is no charge. To register: www.wiltonlibrary.org/events or call 762-3950.
Bountiful botanicalsThe June art exhibition, “Behind the Blossoms: Six Views of Botanical Art,” opens on Friday, June 6, from 6–7:30 p.m., with an exploration of nature by six artists, all instructors at The New York Botanical Gardens. The artists are Carol E. Hamilton (Wilton, CT), Lauretta Jones (Purdys, NY), Kathie K. Miranda (Shelton, CT), Dick Rauh, Ph.D (Wilton, CT), Louisa Rawle Tiné (South Salem, NY) and the late Eleanor Wunderlich (Ossining, NY). The reception is open to the public. The exhibit runs through Friday, June 27. A portion of the proceeds benefits the library.
Eigsti returnsTwo-time Grammy nominee Taylor Eigst makes a return appearance for the library’s Hot & Cool: Jazz at the Brubeck Room series on Sunday, June 8, at 5 p.m. The hour-long performance will be followed by a reception. Eigsti is recognized for his progressive jazz sound of the 21st century and presents a lively concert. The library’s jazz series is funded by the William and Karen Tell Foundation generously provided by Ed and Catherine Romer. Advance registration is strongly recommended, as the concerts in this series fill up quickly. Pre-registered attendees must arrive by 4:50 to be guaranteed seating. At 4:50, wait-listed and walk-in registrants will be admitted if space is available. The suggested donation for the concert is $10 per person. To register: www.wiltonlibrary.org/events or call 762-3950.
Check it outThe library has unveiled its new One Stop self-check station for patrons to breeze through the checkout process. The station is easily accessible in the gallery, opposite the circulation desk. Patrons now have the option of checking out their materials at the front desk with a member of the staff, or privately at the One Stop station. To use the One Stop self-check station, patrons must use their library card, or have the library card barcode handy, and their PIN number, which is the last four digits of their telephone number. All items, except DVDs, music CDs and videos, may be checked out at the One Stop. Fines may also be paid at the One Stop with either cash or credit cards. To use the One Stop, patrons simply scan or enter their library card barcode number, enter their PIN number and scan the barcodes of the items being checked out. A receipt for the items with their due dates will be printed. A demonstration of the new technology can be provided either by the circulation staff or by contacting Mary Anne Franco, Head of Network Services at 762-3950 ext. 210.
Study upHigh school students are down to the home stretch, with final exams scheduled for June 10–13. Kids are reminded that now is a good time to reserve study rooms for themselves and for their study groups over the next few weeks. The library’s reference staff can take advance reservations for the rooms, including those crucial days, Monday, June 9 through Thursday, June 12. The library is open every night Monday through Thursday until 8 p.m. To reserve the study rooms, call 762-3950.