November Storytimes

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. 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. Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 2-5. (No storytimes on November 23 and 24). Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes. 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. will offer Book Scientist kits for children ages 3-12.  Each kit includes books and activities. Books are selected based on the age of the child participating. This month the theme is Dinosaurs (November 17).   Return the Library books when they are due and keep everything else! 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.

Diwali Grab ‘n’ Go Kit

Celebrate the festival of lights with the Stratford Library Children’s Dept. grab ‘n’ go kit about this Hindu festival. Children ages 5-12 are welcome to register for this craft. Pick up begins on Monday, November 6. 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.

Treehouse Science

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a treehouse science program for children ages on Tuesday, November 7 at 2:30pm. Children ages 7-12 are welcome to join us. Come try out our treehouse loom! 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

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer Piano with Friends: Music Basics class on Tuesday, November 7 at 6 pm and Classical Music (Music Basics required first) on Wednesday, November 15 at 4pm for children ages 7-12.  Learn about music notes and how to 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.

Learn to Crochet

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering beginner’s crochet lessons on Wednesday, November 8 at 6pm. All students 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.

Junior Scientists Grab ‘n’ Go

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a Junior Scientists grab ‘n’ go activity for children ages 4-7 with pick-ups starting on Thursday, November 9. Children can enjoy a science experiment about “Earth’s layers” with the help of an adult. 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.

Sensory Storytime

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a Sensory Storytime for children ages 3-7 on Thursday, November 9 at 4:30pm. This is an adaptive storytime for children with special needs. 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.

Thanksgiving Movie Night And Popcorn

Join the Stratford Library Children’s Dept. for some Thanksgiving movie night fun for ages 3-12 on Monday, November 13 at 6pm. Learn to make your own popcorn and get festive with us. 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.

Matica Arts Performance and Workshop

Join the Stratford Library Children’s Dept for an acro-skills performance and then sign up separately for a workshop to follow, where kids can make their own juggling balls and learn how to juggle. Performance will be on Thursday, November 16 at 2pm (school half-day) for children ages 5 and up, with the workshop following at 2:45pm for children ages 7-12. This program is courtesy of Roz and Bud Siegel and the Staff of the Westport Library. 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, November 16 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.

Be A Materials Scientist Grab ‘N’ Go 

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. invites you to be an amateur materials scientist. Pickups for the kit start on Monday, November 20. Kits are courtesy of the Discovery Museum and are for children ages 9-12 with a grown-up’s help. Learn how heat energy transfers through different materials. 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. offers a monthly, intergenerational quilting program – the November date is Monday, November 20 at 4 pm for patrons ages 7 and up. Each month participants 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

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering the Nutmeg Book Group for readers in grades 4 to 6. November’s pick will be “Wilderlore.” Read the book, then join us for a book discussion on Monday, November 20 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.

Kids Sewing Holiday Pillows

The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a kids sewing program on Saturday, November 25 at 2:30pm. Children ages 7-12 are welcome to register. This month’s project will be Holiday pillows, children may pick from either Christmas or snow themes. All materials will be 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.

Coding Class

Join the Stratford Library Children’s Dept. for some coding fun on Tuesday, November 28 at 4pm. 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.

African Mask Making

Join the Stratford Library Children’s Dept. for an African Mask making program on Wednesday, November 29 at 4:30pm. Children ages 7-12 are welcome. Come learn about West African culture and the art of mask making. Design your very own mask using found objects and recycled materials. 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.