• When do individual tickets go on sale?  Tickets will go on sale in February 2027. Look for an announcement on our website.
• Is there a minimum age to attend? Yes, each registered guest must be 21 years of age or older and able to produce a valid ID verifying their age if asked.
• Can I purchase tickets at the door?  Yes, tickets may be purchased at the door, but advance registration is encouraged for catering purposes.
• May I transfer my registration if I am unable to attend?  Registration can be transferred with prior notification by April 1st and confirmation that the new ticket holder is at least 21 years of age. Please contact Marie Demasi at 203-762-6323 or development@wiltonlibrary.org.
• How can I confirm my registration? You will receive a confirmation at the time of online registration. If you have questions or concerns about your registration, please contact Marie Demasi at (203) 762-6323 or development@wiltonlibrary.org.
• Is there assigned seating for the event? No, dining will be casual and unassigned — enjoy food stations and passed hors d'oeuvres throughout the Library. The event is intended for guests to mix, mingle, and make new friends! There will be seating areas throughout the event.
• What is the attire for the evening? Anything that says Friday night party works. If you choose, embrace one of the nine celebrated destinations and have fun with it (hint: Kentucky Derby, Margaritaville, or Nashville to name a few)! 
• What is the program for the evening? The evening kicks off at 6:30 PM with cocktails, passed hors d'oeuvres, and food stations. Guests will socialize and enjoy authentic regional vibes and a casual dining experience coast to coast.  At 8:30 PM, everyone will gather for a brief paddle raise to support our vital Library programming and collections, followed by incredible live music at 9 PM and a late-night food course to fuel the fun! The festive spirit continues all night as guests browse and bid on exciting silent auction items.
• Can I preview the silent auction? Stay tuned as more auction items are added. To preview, click on the Silent Auction tab. Trips, events, packages, and more are on the way!
• How do I join the silent auction? New this year, some silent auction items will be available to the public prior to the event. Some items will be available exclusively for guests from 6:30 PM until the event concludes at 10:30 PM.
• When does the auction begin? Bidding begins at 6:30 PM on Thursday, April 1st and will remain open until 10:30 PM on April 2nd. If you are not present and win an auction item, we will contact you.
• How do I bid on an item? Attendees place bids at pre-determined bid increments using mobile devices. A credit card is required to participate in the Silent Auction. For your convenience, you can arrange for automatic bidding, receive notifications when you have been outbid, and set bid limits.
• What is the Paddle Raise? Our "paddle raise" is a fundraising opportunity where attendees are invited to pledge a specific donation amount, allowing them to directly contribute to Wilton Library. Donations can also be made using your mobile device and allows for anonymous giving if that is your preference.
• What if I need to cancel my registration? Please contact Marie Demasi at (203) 762-6323 or development@wiltonlibrary.org. Refunds are not available.

Private donations help support Wilton Library's mission to be the cultural and intellectual center of Wilton. 

We inform, enrich, connect, and inspire our diverse and changing community by providing informative programs, comprehensive resources, innovative technology, and access to unique assets. There are plenty of opportunities to explore, learn, and create in an environment where everyone is made to feel safe and welcome.

Thanks to private donations last year, Wilton Library was able to:

• offer 997 programs to 42,317 people of all ages
• circulate more than 223,000 print and digital items from our collections
• send our robotics team to the CT State Championships where they won the second place Inspire Award,
  placing seventh of thirty teams
• co-sponsor town-wide events engaging our community

Visit Wilton Library's website to learn more!