Alphabet Parade - K

Ages: 18 months - 5 yearsSign up to receive a grab ânâ go craft on a letter of the Alphabet and a related book to check out.Pick up between 10/31 - 11/14.

Children's Department

Meet the Author: Nikkya Hargrove

November is National Caregiver Month!! Stratford author and owner of local bookstore called Obodo Serendipity Books Nikkya Hargrove will discuss her book. Program is free and open to the public. Author of MAMA: A Queer, Black Woman's Story ......More

November is National Caregiver Month!! Stratford author and owner of local bookstore called Obodo Serendipity Books Nikkya Hargrove will discuss her book. Program is free and open to the public. Author of MAMA: A Queer, Black Woman's Story of a Family Lost and FoundPurchase the book through my publisher Algonquin/HachettePurchase the book at Bookshop.org and support my bookstore!Purchase the audiobook on Libro.fm!

Lovell Room

Talk: THE 2025 CONNECTICUT LITERARY ANTHOLOGY

Enjoy an afternoon of poetry, nonfiction, and fiction from contributors of the 2025 Connecticut Literary Anthology. Meet the authors, hear their work, and celebrate the vibrant literary talent of the Nutmeg State.

Lovell Room

Toddler Time

Ages 1-2. Enjoy rhymes and songs. Meets in the children's department depending upon the weather.

Children's Program Room

Monday Morning Buzz

BOOK CLUB WITH A TWIST!Looking for suggestions on what to read or watch next? No assigned books here, just lively conversation led by library staff about the latest titles and trends in books, movies and more with input from you. Share what youâre reading and watching, ......More

BOOK CLUB WITH A TWIST!Looking for suggestions on what to read or watch next? No assigned books here, just lively conversation led by library staff about the latest titles and trends in books, movies and more with input from you. Share what youâre reading and watching, and hear recommendations from others!

Board Room

Unwind Your Mind

Drop in the first Monday of the month and unwind from your day.There will be coloring supplies, a big puzzle to work on, craft supplies to play around with, and snacks!Do your own thing or work together, itâs all good.

Lovell Room

Board Executive Committee

Board Room

uCreate: Gratitude Jars [Cricut Craft]

Did you know? Gratitude is scientifically proven to positively impact mental and physical health. Design your own gratitude jar using uCreate's Cricut Venture and give thanks daily--the ultimate form of self-care! Open to: grades 6 - adult. Registration opens on 10/21.L......More

Did you know? Gratitude is scientifically proven to positively impact mental and physical health. Design your own gratitude jar using uCreate's Cricut Venture and give thanks daily--the ultimate form of self-care! Open to: grades 6 - adult. Registration opens on 10/21.Location change! Please note that this event will take place in the Library's Board Room (Lower Level).

Board Room, Conference Room

Financial Awareness Foundation: SOCIAL SECURITY

Social Security Planning: Many people leave money on the table with Social Security. Gain access to the education, tools and answers you need to make smart decisions and maximize benefits.Presented by Rebecca Miller from the Financial Awareness Foundation, a 501(c)(3)......More

Social Security Planning: Many people leave money on the table with Social Security. Gain access to the education, tools and answers you need to make smart decisions and maximize benefits.Presented by Rebecca Miller from the Financial Awareness Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to significantly improving financial awareness and literacy. www.thefinancialawarenessfoundation.org The Financial Awareness Foundation are not affiliated the Social Security Administration or any other government agency.E-mail: [email protected] Rebecca MillerWealth and Legacy Planner Black Belt Financial 971 East Broadway â 1st FloorStratford, CT 06615Phone: (203) 383-3340 Rebecca Miller is an investment advisor representative of, and securities and advisory services are offered through USA Financial Securities, Member FINRA/SIPC. A registered investment advisor located at 6020 E. Fulton St., Ada, MI 49301. Blackbelt Financial is not affiliated with USA Financial Securities.

Lovell Room

Homeschool Hangout

Homeschooled children ages 5-12 and their families are invited to hangout! Play some board games, meet new friends, make a craft, work on a STEAM project, enjoy a snack, connect with other families, share resources, and much more. Registration suggested, but drop ins we......More

Homeschooled children ages 5-12 and their families are invited to hangout! Play some board games, meet new friends, make a craft, work on a STEAM project, enjoy a snack, connect with other families, share resources, and much more. Registration suggested, but drop ins welcome.

Children's Program Room

CARE

CARE meeting will meet in the Board Room from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Board Buildings and Grounds Committee

Director's Office

Workshop: Chair Yoga & Guided Meditation; FINAL CLASS

Instructor: Laurie TruppThis unique one hour class will combine gentle chair yoga poses with relaxing guided meditation at the beginning and end of class. The yoga poses will be done seated, as well as standing with the chair used as a prop for balance. The postures wi......More

Instructor: Laurie TruppThis unique one hour class will combine gentle chair yoga poses with relaxing guided meditation at the beginning and end of class. The yoga poses will be done seated, as well as standing with the chair used as a prop for balance. The postures will focus on strength, flexibility and balance, while the guided meditations will increase mindfulness to relax and renew body, mind and spirit. LIMIT: 30 participants.

Lovell Room

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition!

Are you ready to puzzle? Join our speed puzzle competition! Create your team of 3-5 people (ages 12 ) to compete to complete a 500 piece puzzle (provided by the Library) in the shortest time. You will need to register your team before the event. Please choose one person......More

Are you ready to puzzle? Join our speed puzzle competition! Create your team of 3-5 people (ages 12 ) to compete to complete a 500 piece puzzle (provided by the Library) in the shortest time. You will need to register your team before the event. Please choose one person to register your team for the competition; they should list the other team members on the registration form. Team names and themes encouraged!Check-in begins at 10 am, the competition will start promptly at 10:30 am.Top team will win a prize. All teams will be able to take their puzzle home with them. We will provide the puzzle, plus snacks & drinks.Competition rules:Each team will work on the same puzzle.Puzzles will be placed on the tables and covered. Puzzle boxes will not be touched or opened until the timer begins.The competition will last 2 hours. If there is no winner by the end of the time limit, the winning team will be determined by the number of remaining puzzle pieces.No devices or outside assistance permitted while working on the puzzle.A library staff member will run the timer, note completion times, and ensure that competitors are abiding by the rules

Lovell Room

Talk: âThe Pride & Prejudice of Fashion: Clothing Styles of the Jane Austen Eraâ

Guest speaker Karen Antonowicz returns to the Library after her popular program about "The Gilded Age" fashions here last March!Celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen as we wander through the wardrobes of some of Miss Austenâs most famous characters. Exp......More

Guest speaker Karen Antonowicz returns to the Library after her popular program about "The Gilded Age" fashions here last March!Celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen as we wander through the wardrobes of some of Miss Austenâs most famous characters. Explore the silhouettes of the clothing worn by the ladies and gentlemen of the day, while learning about the accessories they would have used and the reasons behind their usage. Together, we will travel through time to a long-ago era of opulence, social graces, and a gentler way of life. Please join us! FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Lovell Room

cARTie the Art Museum Bus Visit

Ages 3-7. Join us and explore cARTie, a specially designed traveling Art Museum Bus! Go on a tour of the bus to see beautiful artwork, enjoy a read-aloud, and participate in a craft.

Lovell Room

Stratford Library Board Governance Committee

The Governance Committee will meet at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room.

Board Room