Wilton Collaborative Space, in the 2nd Congregational Church Hall at 25 Gregg St. in Wilton, has scheduled the following activities:
Friday, July 8, at 10 a.m., Caregivers’ Drop-In – A drop-in with cellist Charlene Ledoux, who will offer guided meditation relaxation techniques with live music. This program is rescheduled from May due to illness. All are welcome. The event is free, and refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Wilton Public & Gregg Free Library.
Saturday, July 9, at 5 p.m. — Community potluck sponsored by the Wilton Community Center. Bring a dish to share. Beverages, bread and butter are provided.
Tuesday, July 12, at 10 a.m., Project Linus — Participants will create fleece blankets that will be distributed to local hospitals, police, fire and emergency service departments as part of the Southwest NH Chapter of Project Linus. No experience is required. All materials will be supplied as well as refreshments. Register with local Project Linus coordinator Stephanie Ouellette at ouellette99@gmail.com. Learn more about Project Linus at projectlinus.org.
Wednesday, July 13, at 7 p.m., “Meet the Maker” — Michael Lindskog will describe the process of building, tuning and playing a handpan. A handpan is a tuned, steel musical instrument invented in 2000 in Switzerland. It is played with the hands and is a cousin to the steel drum. Lindskog will share the story of the handpan, his journey and the process of transforming an ordinary piece of steel into a singing sound sculpture. The event is free, but reservations strongly suggested by calling 603-654-2581 or sending email to wiltonlibrarynh@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Wilton Public & Gregg Free Library.
Thursday, July 14, at 6 p.m., storm drain stenciling – Help stencil storm drains to alert everyone of their importance, as they flow directly into rivers. Supplies will be provided. Everyone will meet at Wilton Collaborative Space before heading out in groups to stencil with Michele Decoteau, a ProjectWET teacher and a stormwater inspector. Register by calling the library at 603-654-2581 or sending email to wiltonlibrarynh@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Wilton Public & Gregg Free Library.
Monday, July 18, and continuing most Mondays at 6:30 p.m., meditation — Chairs will be provided, and participants should bring their own cushions, pillows, blocks or mats for comfort. Arrival is from 6:30 to 6:45 p.m., followed by guided Anapana meditation from 6:45 to 6:55. Silent meditation will be from 6:55 to 7:45. Meditation is free, but reservations are required by calling 603-654-6219 or sending email to wiltoncommunitycenter@gmail.com.
The program is sponsored by the Wilton Community Center and led by Leslie Beck Hinspeter, a student of Vipassana meditation since 2015. For information, contact her atleslie@hinspeter.com
Wednesday, July 20, at 7 p.m. – A program on forest bathing by Christine Tappan, founder and lead guide of BirchWalking, a social impact organization that brings beings together in nature and creates safe spaces to deepen connections that promote resiliency and capacity for all to thrive and live well. Sponsored by the Wilton Public & Gregg Free Library.
Wednesday, July 27 (every fourth Wednesday) at 7 p.m., Open Mic Night — Got a song to sing? A tune to play? A poem to read? To perform, contact Sandy at 603-654-2581 or send email to wiltonlibrarynh@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Wilton Public & Gregg Free Library.
Friday, July 29, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., family lasagna dinner and fun night – Activities for children, face-painting, caricature artist, lasagna and salad dinner. Limited seating. Pick up a free ticket at the library after July 8. Sponsored by the Wilton Public & Gregg Free Library.
Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 7 p.m., black bears in New Hampshire — Rich Masters, a New Hampshire Fish and Game environmental educator, will present “Black Bear Happenings in New Hampshire.” He will provide a look at the natural history of this animal and teach about current research and conservation efforts, and attendees can share stories of personal bear encounters.
Registration is strongly encouraged. Call the library at 603-654-2581 or send email to wiltonlibrarynh@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Wilton Public & Gregg Free Library.