Storytimes
Storytimes meet weekly at 10:30 A.M.
- Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2.
- Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5.
- Thursdays, Baby Lapsit meets for babies 0-18 months.
- Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 1-5.
Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes! 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.
Appropriate Use of Technology With Young Children
Friday, October 4 at 11 A.M.
Children’s Dept., following the Friday Fun Storytime.
An important program on how to help young children use technology safely. This program will be presented by Cooperative Education Services (CES) Trumbull. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.
Preschool Art
Ages 3-7
Saturday, October 5 at 2:30 P.M.
Have some messy art fun! 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.
Mask Making Workshop
Grades 5-8
Tuesday, October 8 at 4 P.M.
All are welcome
Learn about West African Culture by creating your own mask using found objects and recycled materials. This program is sponsored by Roz & Bud Siegel and the Staff at the Westport Library. 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 Podcasting Club
Ages 7-13
Wednesday, October 9 at 6 P.M.
Podcasting Club is for children and a parent/guardian. Librarians and uCreate volunteers will help children record stories, book recommendations, insights and more! 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.
Young Reader’s Book Club Pick Up
Grades 2-5
Pickups for the book kit will begin on Thursday, October 10 at 10:00 A.M.
Discussion will take place on November 7 at 6 P.M.
This month’s book will be Ranger in Time: Escape From the Great Earthquake. 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.
LEGO Club
Ages 5-12
Monday, October 14 at 4 P.M.
Build some LEGO creations with friends! LEGO Club will meet in the Children’s Program Room. 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.
Ready for Kindergarten Grab ‘n’ Go
Ages 3-5
Pick up for the October activity kit will begin on Wednesday, October 16 at 10 A.M.
Each month’s kit will offer a different activity to prepare your preschooler for Kindergarten. 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.
Junior Scientists: Balloon Cars
Ages 4-7
Families with children are welcome to register for the kit
Pickups begin on Thursday, October 17 at 10 A.M.
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 Kits
Ages 3-12
Pickups begin October 18 at 10 A.M.
Each kit includes books and activities. Books are selected based on the participating child’s age. This month the theme is Nocturnal Animals (Oct 18). 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.
Treefort Science: Board Games
Ages 5-7
Friday, October 18 at 3:30 P.M.
This month’s theme is board games. 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.
Science Club: Planetary Trivia
Ages 7-12
Tuesday, October 22 at 6 P.M.
It’s a brand new Science Club, with a different activity every month! October’s session will be Planetary Trivia. Take a mini tour of our solar system and then participate in a fun trivia game against your friends. 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.
Math Grab ‘n’ Go: Measurements
Families with children ages 5-8 are welcome to sign up.
Pick up for kits begin on Wednesday, October 23 at 10 A.M.
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.
Room on the Broom Story & Craft
Ages 5-8
Thursday, October 24 at 6 P.M.
A special October story time features the book Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson. After the story there will be a snack along with a craft. 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.
Learn to Crochet
Ages 9 and up
Saturday, October 26 at 11 A.M.
Supplies are provided for these beginner’s crochet lessons. 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.
Piano w/ Friends: Abba
Ages 7-12
Saturday, October 26 at 2:30 P.M.
Piano with Friends: Abba class will teach you how to read sheet music and find keys on a music keyboard (Class does not replace professional piano lessons. Also, please note that participants must have attended at least one Music Basics class to join in this session). Piano with Friends will meet in the Children’s Program Room. 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.
Nutmeg Book Group
Grades 4 to 6
Discussion on Monday, October 28 at 6 P.M.
TheNutmeg Book Group October pick will be Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good by Louie Stowell. Read the book, then join us for a discussion in the Children’s Program Room. The book is provided to registered participants courtesy of the Carol Pieper Memorial Fund. 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.
Dia De Los Muertos Drop-in Craft
Ages 3-12
Wednesday, October 30 between 2 P.M. and 4 P.M.
Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos at a drop-in craft event! For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.
