Book Scientists

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a Hispanic Heritage Book Scientist kit for children ages 3-12.  Each kit includes books and activities. Books are selected based on the age of the child participating. When you are done, return the Library books by their due date and keep everything else! Hispanic Heritage pickups begin on Friday, September 15. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.  

September Storytimes

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children, beginning Monday, Sept. 11. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. (No storytime on September 25). On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdays for babies 0-18 months. Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 2-5. Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes! Registration required. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.
 
Alphabet Parade Grab ‘n’ Go

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering Alphabet Parade grab ‘n go craft kits on Friday, September 8 and 22 for children ages 2-5. The crafts feature the letters “S” and “T”. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

Preschool Art

Join the Stratford Library Children’s Dept. for some creative fun on Saturday, September 9 at 2:30 pm for children ages 3-7. Children will be learning about “process art” and using those skills to create both individual and collaborative pieces to express themselves. Preschool Art will meet in the Children’s Program Room. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

LEGO Club

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer LEGO Club on Monday, September 11 at 4pm and Saturday, September 23 at 2pm for ages 5-12. Come build some LEGO creations with friends! LEGO Club will meet in the Children’s Program Room. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

Junior Scientists Grab ‘n’ Go

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a Junior Scientists grab & go activity for children ages 4-7 with pick-ups starting on Thursday, September 14. This month’s theme will be “hatching” dinosaur eggs. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

Preschool Academy

Join the Stratford Library Children’s Dept. for a monthly interactive workshop for parents and preschoolers ages 3-5 on Thursday, September 14 at 6pm. The workshop will include activities, stories, and tips on how to get your preschooler Kindergarten ready. Preschool Academy will meet in the Children’s Program Room. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

Piano w/ Friends: Music Basics Class

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer Piano with Friends: Music Basics class on either Saturday, September 16 at 3 pm, Tuesday, September 19 at 6 pm, and Thursday, September 28 at 4 pm for children ages 7-12.  Learn how to read sheet music and find keys on a music keyboard (class does not replace professional piano lessons). Piano with Friends will meet in the Children’s Program Room. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

Lighthouse Quilters

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a monthly, intergenerational quilting program starting Monday, September 18 at 4 pm for patrons ages 7 and up. Each month participants of all ages will work together to create seasonal quilt blocks. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

Nutmeg Book Group

Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering the Nutmeg Book Group for readers in grades 4 to 6. September’s pick will be American As Paneer Pie. Read the book, then join us for a book discussion on Monday, September 18 at 7pm on Zoom. Book provided to registered participants courtesy of the Carol Pieper Memorial Fund. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

I Spy Hobbit

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a Hobbit themed I Spy game for all ages from Friday September 22 to Saturday September 30 in honor of “Make Reading a Hobbit” Day. This will be a drop-in event during Library hours. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.

Coding Class

Join the Stratford Library Children’s Dept. for some coding fun on Tuesday, September 26 at 4 pm. Children ages 7-12 are welcome. Have some fun with computer and paper coding. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.  
 
Learn to Crochet

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering beginner’s crochet lessons in person on Wednesday, September 27 at 6 pm. All children ages 9-12 are welcome, and supplies are provided. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.