Buoyancy We know that gravity pulls things down toward the center of the earth. Buoyancy is a different physical force that pushes up on objects that are immersed in a liquid, helping to keep them afloat. While the weight of…
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Wings of Fire bookgroup
HAVE YOU READ THIS BOOK? Join us for a Wings of Fire bookgroup where we will craft, chat, and have fun in the Wings of Fire fanverse. Club meets Thursday, July 7, 6:30 pm. Ages 7-12 – **please be sure…
Stratford’s Roosevelt Forest
Stratford’s Roosevelt Forest Roosevelt Forest is an Urban Forest: It is a 401 acre, wooded area in the north end of Stratford located between several residential areas. Urban forests act as habitat for animals. They also help to filter air…
Children’s Summer Programs
It’s summer time in the Children’s Room! Stop by to do a craft with our teen volunteers Mondays-Thursdays 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm Storytimes meet: Mondays at 10:30 am for Toddlers ages 0-2 Tuesdays at 10:30 am for Preschoolers ages 3 to 5…
Summer Reading Suggestions 2022
As you are making your plans for summer, don’t forget to make time to READ! Reading can take you around the world without leaving your cozy chair. And reading makes you ready for school and ready for success. Here are…
What’s Going On April 27-May 3, 2022
Well, this week’s weather is not good, but Library fun is! Check out these upcoming offerings. Wednesday, 4/27 Ramadan Grab ‘n’ Go. Learn about this special holiday and enjoy some activities. Register. Thursday, 4/28 Seed Library Grab ‘n’ Go –…
Science Sunday – Genetics
Science Sunday: Genetics Why do living creatures look like their parents? It’s genetics! Genes get passed down from parents to children. Some of those genes are stronger, more “dominant”, than others. (Dark hair is dominant over blonde or red hair;…
Science Sunday – Flight
Science Sunday: Flight Birds, airplanes, helicopters, kites…these things all fly. While they are each designed differently (and vary greatly in terms of weight), the same physical forces are at work on all of them, allowing them to take off from…
What’s Going on for Kids March 14-19, 2022
Well, March is certainly being its usual weathery self! Snow, wind, rain, sunshine, who knows? What is certain is that you’ll find something fun at the Library this week! Monday, March 14: Music Time to Go. Ages 0-2. Pick up…
Science Sunday – Colors
Science Sunday: Colors What is color? In order to see color, there must be light. The sun’s rays are made of “white light” which is all the colors combined together. Light is made of electromagnetic waves which travel extremely quickly.…