Meet the Psychic: PATTY GRIFFIN-

Rescheduled date for the renowned psychic at the Library!

Lovell Room

Stratford Library Board Governance Committee

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

Board Room

Book Scientists -Birds and Butterflies

Ages 3-12. Enjoy this fascinating kit on the topic of "Birds and Butterflies." We'll let you know when kits are ready for pick up. Each Book Scientists kit will include Library books (card required for check out), a craft, and/or an extension activity. Library books wil......More

Ages 3-12. Enjoy this fascinating kit on the topic of "Birds and Butterflies." We'll let you know when kits are ready for pick up. Each Book Scientists kit will include Library books (card required for check out), a craft, and/or an extension activity. Library books will be chosen by the child's age. When you are done, return the Library books by their due date and keep everything else!Kits can be picked up between 5/9 - 5/23.

CHINESE FOLK DANCE TROUPE

Introduction of Li-Garden Dance CompanyLi-Garden Dance Company was founded in Stamford CT in 2017. Ms. Kaili Chen is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Company. Our mission is to present an innovative dance style which is rooted in classical Chinese dance and mode......More

Introduction of Li-Garden Dance CompanyLi-Garden Dance Company was founded in Stamford CT in 2017. Ms. Kaili Chen is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Company. Our mission is to present an innovative dance style which is rooted in classical Chinese dance and modern dance, to provide high-quality trainings to empower our dancers with refined techniques and great confidence and connect our culture with the community and its people. Dancing to Dunhuang StringsDunhuang Dance is a form of Chinese dance which combines traditional culture, modern art and influences from Buddhism. Dunhuang dance draws inspiration from the body movements in the Dunhuang grotto frescoes, and the instruments and music scores found in Dunhuang, West China.Passersby in Misty RainA classical Chinese dance incorporating contemporary dance elements. Featuring a group of ladies in green strolling in misty rain, this dance contemplates the transient nature of life. Acknowledging being passersby, we then come to appreciate and embrace the present. The dancers wear traditional Weimao which are wide-brimmed hats with flowy veils, depicting an artistic scene of walking in a hazy, raining day. The chorography showcases the subtle, graceful Chinese dance techniques with expressive, powerful contemporary movements.Ode to Pear BlossomsOde to Pear Blossoms is a classical Chinese dance incorporating Peking Opera elements. Dancers use folding fans as props to depict a scenery where Yang Guifei, a legendary ancient beauty, appreciates pear blossom in the spring rain, longing to reunion with her lover, the emperor. The graceful movements combine operatic poses and classical dance techniques, portraying the unspoken sorrow of Yang. She is proud of her own unapparelled beauty but saddened by lack of control over her destiny. The falling of dozens of petals is a traditional artistic metaphor suggesting Yang's tragic fate and withering life.Enchanted WavesA poetic classical Chinese dance. Dancers use hand fans as props, moving gracefully and expressively. The music uses traditional instruments including Chinese zither and flute along with gentle rippling water sounds, depicting a charming scene of wandering by West Lake and appreciating the light, clouds, shadows and waves. As a world heritage site in Hangzhou, China, West Lake has been known for its picturesque natures and profound cultural significance over the centuries, exemplifying the ideals of Chinese landscape aesthetics.

Lovell Room

Seed Giveaway - Purple Cone Flower

All ages. Take home some seeds to plant inside or out! Register online (or by phone) for each pick up. Seeds will be available on the date listed and for 2 weeks after.Flower seeds are non-GMO from True Leaf Market3/3-4/14 - Plants that attract Butterflies4/28-6/9 - Pla......More

All ages. Take home some seeds to plant inside or out! Register online (or by phone) for each pick up. Seeds will be available on the date listed and for 2 weeks after.Flower seeds are non-GMO from True Leaf Market3/3-4/14 - Plants that attract Butterflies4/28-6/9 - Plants that support BeesVegetable seeds given out some Fridays

Children's Department

Job Search Help on the Career Coach

Are you ready to take the next step in your career but feel lost in the world of job searching? Stop in to the "Job Search" session and equip yourself with the knowledge, skills, and resources you need to land your dream job! Our experienced job search coach will guide ......More

Are you ready to take the next step in your career but feel lost in the world of job searching? Stop in to the "Job Search" session and equip yourself with the knowledge, skills, and resources you need to land your dream job! Our experienced job search coach will guide you throughout the workshop, providing one-on-one assistance tailored to your unique needs and goals. We'll have a dedicated open lab session where you can work on your job search documents You'll get a helpful list of websites where you can find job listings, and the facilitator will share some excellent online job search resources to make your job hunt easier. Career Coach Bus parks near the Library entrance on Main Street

Monday Matinees: "GLADIATOR II"

GLADIATOR II May 12 Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. Blockbuster sequel to the Oscar winning “Gladiator” from 2000. R, 148 minut......More

GLADIATOR II May 12 Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. Blockbuster sequel to the Oscar winning “Gladiator” from 2000. R, 148 minutes

Lovell Room

Job Search Help on the Career Coach

Are you ready to take the next step in your career but feel lost in the world of job searching? Stop in at the "Job Search" session and equip yourself with the knowledge, skills, and resources you need to land your dream job! Our experienced job search coach will guide ......More

Are you ready to take the next step in your career but feel lost in the world of job searching? Stop in at the "Job Search" session and equip yourself with the knowledge, skills, and resources you need to land your dream job! Our experienced job search coach will guide you throughout the workshop, providing one-on-one assistance tailored to your unique needs and goals. We'll have a dedicated open lab session where you can work on your job search documents You'll get a helpful list of websites where you can find job listings, and the facilitator will share some excellent online job search resources to make your job hunt easier. Career Coach Bus parks near the Library entrance on Main Street

Kids Lego Robotics Club

Thanks to a grant from the Stratford Rotary Club, the library now has LEGO Spike Essential kits which combines building LEGOs with coding fun. Sign up to be one of the first kids to participate in this fun program! Ages 7 to 12. The program meets in the Children's Pro......More

Thanks to a grant from the Stratford Rotary Club, the library now has LEGO Spike Essential kits which combines building LEGOs with coding fun. Sign up to be one of the first kids to participate in this fun program! Ages 7 to 12. The program meets in the Children's Program Room.

Children's Program Room

Spring Art: Watercolors

Ages 7-12. Come to this month's art class and create your own watercolor painting.

Children's Program Room

Little Gems Adult Book Discussion - That Part Was True by Deborah McKinlay

Join the adult book discussion of That Part Was True by Deborah McKinlay. This tender novel is about a pen pal friendship between a lonely British woman and a successful American author. Like the layers of an onion, their honest and deepening pen pal friendship enables ......More

Join the adult book discussion of That Part Was True by Deborah McKinlay. This tender novel is about a pen pal friendship between a lonely British woman and a successful American author. Like the layers of an onion, their honest and deepening pen pal friendship enables them to better understand their own lives, as well as each other.Copies of the book are available at the Checkout Desk. Audio download is available through the Hoopla app.

Lovell Room

Painting Class: Impressionism

Ages 8-13. Explore impressionist art and how it has changed the way we visualize contemporary life. In this session we will learn about impressionism and landscape paintings. Then, we will create our very own impressionist-inspired landscape! No experience is necessary,......More

Ages 8-13. Explore impressionist art and how it has changed the way we visualize contemporary life. In this session we will learn about impressionism and landscape paintings. Then, we will create our very own impressionist-inspired landscape! No experience is necessary, but participants should be comfortable using paint.This program is made possible by the continuing generosity of Roz and Bud Siegel and the staff at Westport Library.

Children's Program Room

Knit Wits

Join the library’s drop-in knitting program – and crochet too! Make new friends, get tips and share ideas while working on your own projects. New to knitting and want to give it a try? We have needles and yarn for you to test out. Basic knitting help is available upon r......More

Join the library’s drop-in knitting program – and crochet too! Make new friends, get tips and share ideas while working on your own projects. New to knitting and want to give it a try? We have needles and yarn for you to test out. Basic knitting help is available upon request. Held every other Wednesday evening 6:00-7:30pm.

Lovell Room

Workshop: Guided Chair Yoga & 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

Teens: Stress Reducktion

Teens: Reduce some stress and have some fun by painting your own rubber ducky! We'll supply all the materials. Snacks provided.Grades 6-12. No registration required.

Teen Department