July 2005 - Wilton Library

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Wilton Library Association Newsletter
July 2005
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in this issue
-- Summer Reading: Passport to Adventure!
-- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince - Midnight Madness
-- Summer Music & More Courtyard Concerts in June and July
-- July Schedule Notes
-- On Our Wishlist: Encyclopedia of 20th-Century Architecture
-- Special Thanks
-- Emergency Email Notification System Hello!Things are heating up at the Library this
month, with closings and openings, moves and more. We will do our best to keep you
informed about the schedule as the construction project continues. Look for construction
updates in The Wilton Bulletin and news in The Wilton Villager. In addition, should
there be last minute changes, we will put messages on our website and broadcast
information to our subscribers via special editions of librarEmail.We thank you for your
patience and count on you to borrow lots to keep you reading, viewing and listening
during the weeks all or part of the library is closed in July. No late fees will be charged
during the month, but all items due July 1st to July 31st must come back to us on August
1st in order to take advantage of the amnesty period. We do hope you will return items
you have out so that they may be available for others and you may do so throughout the
month of July at our new drive-thru window (opening July 14th) or the drop box in the
parking lot (available all month). If you have any questions about what parts of the
Library are open, what books, audiobooks and videos/DVDs are accessible, please give
me a call at 762-3950 x215. I will be working throughout the month along with most of
the staff to guarantee a smooth transition from the old to the new!
Sincerely,
Kathy Leeds, Director
Summer Reading: Passport to Adventure!
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We have a tremendously exciting lineup of entertainments and crafts
for kids, thanks to a generous sponsorship once again by Rick Donegan
and the folks at Stop & Shop! There's no reason to sit at home when
you're not reading, since so much will be going on at the Library.
Stop by our very own Passport Booth (compliments of Lesley Keogh
and her family!) to get your picture taken and your passport stamped
for every book you read this summer. We'll keep your passport on file
to record your reading and then it will be yours to keep at the end of the
summer.
Attend our crafts programs on Thursdays from 3- 4 pm if you are between 3 and 7
years old - each one will follow the theme of our Summer Reading Program:
• July 14th - Antarctic Antics
• July 21st - Native Americans
• July 28th - Down Under
There is a small materials charge for these sessions ($5 per child/$4 for Young Readers),
and advance registration is required, so please call 762-3950 or register online. Our
Passport to Adventure entertainments feature performers from all over the world!
• Wednesday, July 20th at 1 pm
ACROSS THE AMERICAS
Roger Tincknell presents a multicultural folk music journey from Canada to
South America with singing, dancing and a variety of instruments. Can you sing
in Spanish or French? Here's your chance to give it a try! Friday July 22nd at 2
pm
WON-LDY PAYE, Liberian Storyteller
Just where is Liberia? Somewhere in Africa! Come and find out more as Mr. Paye
tells the adventures of people and animals through stories passed down from his
grandmother. Wednesday, July 27th at 2 pm
THE LOST ARK
Back by popular demand, Lesa Schiefle brings her many animals to share with
you. Yes, live animals! Lots to see and learn in this popular program. Friday,
July 29th at 2 pm
MOHEGAN TRIBE OF CONNECTICUT
Shane Long will share the Native American traditions from our very own state of
Connecticut. You might just be able to learn a Native American dance!
• Thursday, August 4th at 2 pm
THE IRISH MINSTREL with Richard Stillman
Have you wondered how those bagpipes work or what an Irish hornpipe sounds
like? Come on down and join the fun! You'll be dancing in the aisles!
There is no charge for the entertainments, but advance registration by phone (762-3950)
or online is required.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince - Midnight Madness
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On the night of July 15th at 12:00 am, children, teens and adults all
over the world will be waiting for a long anticipated event: the sixth book
in the Harry Potter series, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, by
J.K.Rowling, will go on sale!
The Wilton Library will also be celebrating the book's publication at a
late night program for kids 8-13 years old. From 11:30 pm to 12:30 am,
there will be entertainment, a raffle, refreshments, games and a grand
countdown (at 12:00 midnight!). Copies of Harry Potter and the Half-
Blood Prince will be available to purchase at the Children's Circulation
Desk. Children (and adults!) are encouraged to wear costumes to
celebrate Harry and his friends ... and enemies. Although there is no
charge for the program, registration is definitely required and children
must attend with an adult. Please call the Library (762-3950), stop by and
register or register online.
Summer Music & More Courtyard Concerts in June and July
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Even though parts of the Library may be closed, it will be fabulous
"business as usual" for Thursday evenings in late June and July! Each of
the following Thursday evenings, from 5-6:30 pm, you are all invited
to what has become, thanks to the generous sponsorship of The Village
Market, a true Wilton tradition. Young and old will enjoy free
refreshments (with wine donated by Michael Crystal for those "of age")
and concerts. Performing this summer are:
• June 30th - Chance Browne and his blues band July 7th - teen
band Flooded & Friends July 14th - Jeff Harding (WHS '94
grad) - acoustic rock
• July 21st - Bob Riccio and his rock 'n roll band Kix
Stop by - on your way to the Market or your way home from work - it's a
great Wilton way to spend your time, meet your friends and neighbors,
and enjoy a special part of summer!
July Schedule Notes
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The currently planned July (and beyond) schedule for
construction and closings at the Library is as follows:
Monday July 5th - Wednesday July 13th Library is
entirely closed so that we can move the Children's
collections to their new home on the ground floor of the
expansion.
Thursday July 14th - Sunday July 31st The expansion
is open during normal Library hours, with Children's
Library, Circulation Desk, Drive-thru Window, Meeting
Rooms and Offices operating in full swing. We will have
large-print books, some DVDs and new books from the
Adult collection available as space allows. Please note
that Internet access and access to most of our adult and
teen collections will be unavailable for July.
August 1st - Major renovations of the old building will be complete and the Adult/Teen
side of the expanded Library will reopen with minor renovations and moves not
necessitating closings to take place throughout the fall. Work will continue on the
Northeast Addition and the Brubeck Room until December.
December 2005 - Completion of the Wilton Library Expansion/Renovation Project!
See the latest construction photos...
On Our Wishlist: Encyclopedia of 20th-Century Architecture
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From time to time, we ask you to consider giving a resource that
would significantly enhance our collection, but one that is not
within our usual means to acquire. The Encyclopedia of 20th-
Century Architecture, edited by R. Stephen Sennott, is just such a
work. The publisher's description of the book says it all:
"Focusing on architecture from all regions of the world, this
three-volume set profiles the century's vast chronicle of
architectural achievements, both within and well beyond the
theoretical confines of modernism. Unlike existing works, this
encyclopedia examines the complexities of rapidly changing
global conditions that have dispersed modern architectural types,
movements, styles, and building practices across traditional
geographic and cultural boundaries. An international team of 300
writers--architectural historians, architects, engineers,
preservationists, urban historians, critics, and scholars--presents a
comprehensive and critical assessment of buildings, architects,
cities, and numerous related topics. In addition to a list of further
readings, essays are supported with photographs as well as

architectural drawings and plans.
With 700 cross-referenced articles, this encyclopedia provides
experts and general readers alike with an integrated view of the
practice of architecture around the world in the twentieth
century."
If you would like to add this wonderful reference work to the Wilton Library collection,
simply send your check for $450 to my attention or drop it off at the front desk. We'll be
pleased to place a bookplate inside the front cover, acknowledging your gift and/or
honoring or memorializing a loved one, should you wish us to do so. Please contact me
via email or by phone (762-3950 x215), should you have any questions about the book or
its donation.
Special Thanks
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Although it is impossible to adequately thank all who donate
money, time and services to the Library each month, I'd like to
mention a few recent gifts:
• Thanks to the Praxair Foundation for its generous gift of
$31,800 to fund the equipment in our upcoming computer
lab. Thanks to Wilton Medical Associates for their gift
of a one-year subscription to the New England Journal of
Medicine. Thanks to The Country Liquor Store for
providing wine at our Hard Hat Reception for donors in
May. Thanks to Louis Dreyfus Corporation for its
generous contribution to our program budget.Thanks to
Wilton Candlelight Concerts for ongoing support of the
Library and this year's gifts to both our classical music
collection and equipment for the Brubeck Room. Thanks
to author Nate Levin for donating copies of his book,
Carrie Chapman Catt: A Life of Leadership Thanks to
Gregory and Adams for donating the 2004 Martindale
Hubbell Law Directory to our reference collection.
Thanks to all who gave in honor of Ben Van Vechten -
their donations will help support his terrific seminars in
the future.
• Thanks to Malcolm Whyte for his donation of the DVD
Twelve O'Clock High - in Malcolm's opinion, one of the
best management films ever made!
Emergency Email Notification System
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The following is a message from Wilton Fire Chief Paul
Milositz: The Town of Wilton's Emergency Preparedness
Team wants keep you informed of pertinent information
concerning emergency operations, severe weather
warnings, major road closures, evacuations and other
official information. To that end, the Town, in partnership
the Wilton Kiwanis Club has established an emergency
email notification system. This system is designed to keep
you informed of significant emergency events that may
affect public safety. The email notification service is
provided free by the Wilton Kiwanis Club as a public
service. Your email address will remain confidential and
will not be used for any other purpose.
If you are interested in becoming a part of this emergency
notification system or would like more information, go to
the Wilton Kiwanis website at www.wiltonkiwanis.org and
click on the Wilton Urgent Notification Email List link.
Contact Information
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email: library@wiltonlibrary.org
voice: 203-762-3950
web: http://www.wiltonlibrary.org
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