“The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex. Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation.” – 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution This year marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, […]
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Consumer Reports – NEW! Timely and Helpful Tips during the COVID-Era
Typically we think of Consumer Reports for product ratings when we need a car or a new refrigerator, but it has timely information, too. For example, there is evidence-based reporting and advice regarding the various aspects of life which have been impacted by the COVID-19 era. You can access Consumer Reports through the 24/7 Library […]
Virtual Book Display: Remembering John Lewis
When you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have to speak up. You have to say something; you have to do something. John Lewis 1940 – 2020 John Lewis, Obituary, New York Times. July 18, 2020 Books for kids: Preaching to the Chickens: The Story of Young John Lewis by […]
Anti-Racism Reading List & Resources
Libraries are places of inclusion and empowerment, dedicated to breaking down barriers to access and resisting inequality. Stratford Library strives to be a place of inclusion and equality. We are committed to educating ourselves as well as offering a space for our community to learn, reflect, share & grow as allies. As librarians, our […]
Gardening Tips
New to gardening? Looking to spruce up your backyard? With the weather (finally!) starting to warm up, gardening is a great way to get outside and enjoy that home you’ve been staying in 🙂 It’s also a good way to discover the many health benefits gardening can bring! Whether it’s vegetable plants, herbs, flowers […]
Happy Earth Day!
EARTH DAY 2020 will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 22, and marks the 50th anniversary of the birth of the environmental movement in 1970! This year while staying at home you can get outside, no matter the weather – enjoy the lovely scent of fresh air, clean up some litter, plant a tree, or simply […]
Monday Morning Buzz – April 6, 2020
Do you miss our monthly Monday Morning Buzz discussions about books & dvds? Then email the Adult Reference librarians at slaask@stratfordlibrary.org regarding what you’re reading and watching. We will gather the titles and share them through this blog. For example, we’ve been reading This is Happiness by Niall Williams, a tender novel about a very […]
Stay Put and Read
“Stay Put and Read” Adult Reading – (March 27-May 1, 2020) Shake off the “stay put blues” with a good book. Just tell us what you are reading each week, and be entered to win a gift card to a local restaurant! Email to slaask@stratfordlibrary.org or send a direct message on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. […]
Have you completed your 2020 Census yet?
This past week Census invitations were sent out. It only takes a few minutes to go to my2020census.gov to fill it out and be counted. What if I have not received my invitation? If you have not received your invitation, you can still fill out the form online using your address. What if I can’t […]
Library information during closure (3/20/2020)
This link will bring you to a list of questions with answers about using the Library while the building is closed. We will update as things change. COVID19 Library 3-19-20