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DIY Storytime – Mother’s Day

Do-It-Yourself Storytime Theme – Mother’s Day Enjoy a Do-It-Yourself Mother’s Day storytime whenever you like!* BOOKS: Story: My Mother Is So Smart • Written and illustrated by Tomie dePaola • Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons • Read by Kellie Wilson A little boy tells everyone about his smart mother. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9FNqw1xVnA How to draw a heart […]

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What’s Going On – May 4 to 9, 2020

It’s week 8 – stay strong! Good things are coming, including this beautiful spring that is slowly arriving. If you’re tired of rolling around the house, join us for storytimes and other programs. This week’s picture? Llama or alpaca – I can’t tell. You tell me! Mondays at 10:30 am Toddler Time Ages 1-2, siblings […]

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DIY Storytime – Star Wars

All Ages Do-It-Yourself Storytime Theme – Star Wars In honor of May the 4th, here is a special edition of DIY Storytime for Star Wars fans of all ages.* Books for Young Readers 5-Minute Star Wars Stories by Disney and Lucas Films Press Simple stories read for children. Titles include: Attack of the Clones: Yoda […]

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Stay at Home Bingo for May

Play our Stay at Home Bingo game!  For the month of May, the Children’s Department invites families to complete activities – many screen free – to get a five-in-a-row BINGO. Send us pictures of your completed cards at childrens [at] stratfordlibrary.org. View and print the Bingo Card here!  (If you don’t have a printer, just […]

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What’s Going On – April 26 to May 2

It’s week 7. You have earned this picture of a goat. Goats are, of course, adorable, they eat invasive species, and they look like they have a great sense of humor! Find something to laugh about this week with online Library programs. For live programs, join us via Zoom on your computer, laptop, or smartphone. […]

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DIY Storytime – Trucks

Do-It-Yourself Storytime Theme – Trucks Enjoy this storytime at your own pace and schedule!* Story: I Stink! • Written by Kate McMullan • Illustrated by Jim McMullan • Published by HarperCollins • Read by Andy Richter A garbage truck describes his job. Story and activities at: https://bookflix.digital.scholastic.com/pair/detail/bk0075pr/story?authCtx=U.794217314 Read about real garbage trucks at: https://bookflix.digital.scholastic.com/pair/detail/bk0075pr/book?authCtx=U.794217314 NOTE: […]

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What’s Going On April 19-25, 2020

It’s week… six – you got this! It’s time to jump into spring! (Yes, the animal pictures are here to stay. I keep finding new ones for every mood!) And, whatever your mood, we’ve got an online program, storytime, or Stay at Home bingo game to suit! We’d love to see your family this week. […]

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DIY Storytime – Dragons

Do-It-Yourself Storytime Theme – Dragons Enjoy this storytime at your own pace and schedule!* Story: When a Dragon Moves In • Written by Jodi Moore and illustrated by Howard McWilliam • Published by Flashlight Press • Read by Mark Duplass You might feel lucky when a dragon moves into your sandcastle, but there could be […]

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What’s Going On – April 12-19

It’s week… five – can that be right? Are you exhausted? Talking with parents, it seems it’s all about the routine – make us part of your routine with … online programs, bookgroups, storytimes, and our new Stay at Home bingo! There are also some special vacation week programs on this week’s schedule. For live programs, join […]

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