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Every day your library card opens the world to you through books, audio books, music CDs and DVDs. To celebrate National Library Week in April, the Passport to Connecticut Libraries Program invites residents of all ages to explore the amazing diversity of our public libraries. Each library has its own unique architecture, vibe and collection […]

The Stratford Storytelling Adventure is a series of events and workshops that will transport our town to the world of storytelling. If you wish, have the chance to perform your unique story “live”! What makes a great story? How to mine your life for them? How to develop as a storyteller? Find out from Stratford […]

Romance Fiction Documentary Screened on February 27th The Library will be hosting a one-time screening of the film “Love Between the Covers” on Saturday, February 27 at 10 am. The special screening of Emmy Award-Winner Laurie Kahn’s documentary film about the global  community of romance novel writers and readers is free and open to the public. […]

Messrs Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs, cordially invite all witches and wizards to accio their copy (or one of ours) of Harry Potter and join our spell-binding book club! Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Thursday, January 21st / 6:30pm-7:30pm Upstairs in Children’s / Open to ages 8-108 Read and discuss one book in the […]

How does it work? Pans can be borrowed for 7 days and can be renewed. Please hand wash and dry the pan before and after using (washing in the dishwasher may cause discoloration and possible damage to the pan). Cake pans and cookie cutters must be returned inside the library to prevent damage. Decorating instructions […]

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: […]

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 […]