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Come and experience the latest trend in relaxation, adult coloring books! Why should you give coloring a try? Read about the benefits here. The library will provide coloring pages and colored pencils. We will brew co­ffee and play some soothing music while you color. You are also welcome to bring your own coloring materials. Stop […]

Drop in to hear what’s new and what books are creating a buzz! Adult Services staff will lead an informal discussion with input from you! Share what you’re reading and hear recommendations from others. JOIN US!  MONDAYS: January 11, February 1, March 7, April 4, May 2  in the Lovell Room from 11-12 noon  

Join Beth for a pint and an offbeat book discussion once a month at The Sitting Duck Tavern! Mingle and grab a bite to eat from 7:00pm-7:30pm and then chat about the book from 7:30pm-8:30pm.  Come for all or part of the time–whatever works best for your schedule.    January 26th – Spoiled Brats by Simon Rich (Snow date: […]

  Make some noise for CT libraries! Speak out in support of library funding and help us fight the governor’s proposed budget to eliminate ConnectiCard, CLC, and grant funding. What does this mean for you and your community? Cuts to ConnectiCard mean: Connecticut residents will only be able to borrow books from their hometown library—the […]

Art of the Daycation Learn how to take the best daycation ever. A daycation is a day to get away from it all without the need to spend the night. You might not think that there is a whole lot to do nearby. ink again. Approaching a daycation as a traveler would can help you […]

You asked and we are delivering! Now you can stream movies and TV shows from Stratford Library.  On your computer, your Hoopla digital checkout will stream just like a YouTube video OR if you’re on a mobile device (like your tablet or smartphone), you can download your checkouts directly to the Hoopla app. Download 5 […]

Hankering for something good to read? Try one (or both!) of our book club picks and then meet up with us to discuss! Grab a pint at our “Books on Tap” discussion of  WORLD WAR Z on Tuesday, November 18th at 6:00pm at Two Roads Brewing Company with librarians Beth and Lauren. Join Kathy Faggella, book discussion leader extraordinaire, […]

Stratford Library now has two book groups: Books Over Coffee & Books on Tap.  Which one will you pick? BOOKS OVER COFFEE Join Discussion Leader, Kathy Faggella, for a lively monthly discussion! Book discussion begins at Noon in the Lovell Room September 24 – Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd October 29 – The […]

It is so easy-from September 2nd-30th, get a “library passport” from any participating library, and then visit at least 5 different libraries to get a stamp in said passport. Return it to any participating library by October 4th and you’re entered to win either a $150 Visa Gift Card (adult) or $100 Visa Gift Card […]

Do you love pilsners as much as you love paperbacks? Then pick up a copy of Wild by Cheryl Strayed and join us for a round of drinks and discussion at Two Roads Brewing Company on Tuesday, September 30 from 6-7pm. Copies of Wild by Cheryl Strayed can be picked up at the Circulation desk. Ebooks […]