Winter Storytimes
The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. (Note there is no storytime on Mon Feb 16th.) On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdays for babies 0-18 months (Registration is recommended for Thurs.). Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 1-5. Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes. 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 starting on Friday, February 6 (Letter “R”) and Friday, February 20 (Letter “S”) for children ages 18 months to 5 years old. Each kit features a craft about the letter and one book to check out with your library card. (All books must be returned.) Registration is 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.
Take Your Child to the Library Day
Join the Stratford Library Children’s Dept. for Take Your Child to the Library Day on Saturday, Feb 7 from 10am-5pm. This year’s theme is Dinosaurs. Activities will include an “I Spy” game, crafts, Fossil Exploration with Jurassic Classroom, take a photo with a dino, and a free book giveaway. Children of all ages are welcome. For more information about the day’s events, including registered programs, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.
Learn to Crochet
The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering beginner’s crochet lessons on Wednesday, February 11 at 6pm. All students ages 9-adult are welcome, and supplies are provided. Registration is 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.
Book Scientists
The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers Book Scientist kits for children ages 5-12. Each kit includes library books and activities. Books are selected based on the age of the child participating. This month the themes are: Black History Month (February 13) and Fairy Tales (February 27). Return the Library books when they are due and keep everything else! Registration is 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.
