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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: […]

Celebrate summer by winning prizes. Tune in every Monday from  June 22nd – August 9th to find out the week’s new challenge theme. Post your pic to Instagram tagging @stratfordlib and using the hashtag #SLAInstaChallenge. We’ll choose a winner each week at random—so you have 7 chances to win! To participate, follow @stratfordlib on Instagram […]

Escape the Ordinary! Don’t do the same old thing this summer! Escape into the world of new books or old favorites in print, ebook or audiobook. It’s easy to Escape the Ordinary! For each book you read (or listen to), fill out a reading slip at the Adult Reference Desk, or register and record your […]

Tuesday, Jun. 23, 6:30–8 pm Join local favorite and fabulous book club facilitators Kathy Faggella and Roberta Shea for a lively Q & A discussion on everything you need to know about book clubs: how to start one, how to fix one, tips for great discussion, which books make for best discussion (and which ones don’t […]

  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 […]

Thinking of Starting Your Own Business? Already in business but still have questions?  Is your business in need of financing but don’t know where to go?  Wondering how to do business with the State of Connecticut and the Federal Government? The U.S. Small Business Administration’s CT District Office has partnered with the Stratford Chamber of […]

Female Spies in the Civil War American military historian Matthew Bartlett presents this fascinating program on female spies during the Civil War. The program focuses on four women who risked all for their country during the Civil War. Mr. Bartlett will tell how these women played an important part in the extensive spy networks that were […]

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 […]

This session will help existing entrepreneurs improve their presence on LinkedIn and leverage the tool for prospecting, relationship management and visibility. Bruce K. Segall will offer helpful tips and how-to-advice for a wide range of LinkedIn users. Key learnings will focus on:   • Evidence that LinkedIn can lead to business results for small business […]