The Roots of Black Music in America with Karlus Trapp Producer, songwriter, teacher, and troubadour, Karlus Trapp presents his delightful, educational and entertaining presentation "The Roots of Black Music inAmerica." It is a 100 year journey…

The Stratford Library will present an informative health care lecture about "The Common Causes of Arthritis". The program is free and open to the public and one of dozens of free, health-related programs offered annually by the library. Guest…

The Stratford Library will offer "Managing Money Matters" with guest speaker Patrina Dixon. Dixon, an author, blogger, YouTuber and podcaster will give the tools and information to help individuals make their financial goals a reality. Learn tips…

The Stratford Library will host a special workshop "Edible Wild Plans and Fungi of Spring", an informative and entertaining seasonal presentation. As the warmer temperatures and longer days of spring unfold, many tender, young edible shoots,…

Welcome to the most intense rivalry in American sports - maybe the world. This fun program hosted by award-winning sportswriter, baseball beat writer and book author Marty Gitlin features videos of the biggest moments of the rivalry from well over a…

The Stratford Library will host a special opera and poetry event in conjunction with "National Poetry Month" and featuring Italian poet and opera singer Stefano Russo. Stefano Russo is an Italian American artist born in Rome, Italy who moved to…

The Two Roads Brewing Company of Stratford will be celebrating “National Poetry Month” in April by honoring poet Robert Frost and the Stratford Library. The poet is the author of “The Road Not Taken” and the inspiration…

The Stratford Library Board of Trustees will present its annual fundraiser for the library. The nineteenth annual gala event entitled “Hooray for Hollywood” will offer “Avenue Groove”, a six piece R&B/Funk band as this…

Mohegan Culture and Tradition Topic for April 14 Program The Stratford Library will continue "Sunday Afternoon Talks", its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers. Guest speaker David Eichelberg will…

The Stratford Library has announced that it will offer its patrons the opportunity to enter and win one of two state-wide gift card prizes. To celebrate "National Library Week" during April, participants can let their library card open the doors of…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford has announced its upcoming holiday schedule. The library will be closed on Friday, March 29, 2024 for Good Friday and Sunday, March 31, 2024 for Easter. Current library hours are:…

The Stratford Library, in conjunction with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), will offer another session of the "AARP Driver Safety Program", a classroom driver retraining program designed to help older persons improve their driving…

The Stratford Library will host Stratford Registrars James Simon and Lou DeCilio and their presentation, “Early Voting in CT”. The talk will be presented live in the Library’s Lovell Room. It is free and open to the public. …

Musician/Storyteller Jeff Snow Slated for March 19 The Stratford Library in Stratford will offer a special music history concert, “Celtic Music: Stories & History with Jeff Snow”. The concert is free and open to the public. …

Join the Father/Daughter Team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier for an Interactive Comprehensive Retirement Planning Workshop. Are you aware of the two new laws passed in 2020 + 2023 (SECURE ACT 1 & 2) and how they will impact you? Whether you have…

The Stratford Library will host Westport author Hilary Arnow Burns for a special "Meet-the-Author” program. Burns will discuss her humorous new advice book, Real Talk: How to Say the Things You’ve Never Said So You can Have the things…

Stratford author Elisabeth Breslav Is Speaker for March 3 Program The Stratford Library will continue 2024's "Sunday Afternoon Talks", its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers. Guest speaker…

The Stratford Library is hosting "Welcome Week" to welcome all new individuals and families in Stratford. The Library wants all of Stratford’s newest citizens to be aware of its various programs, resources and activities. According to…

Square One Theatre Hosts Meeting At Library Friends Meeting Includes "Sneak-Peek" of Chester Bailey Friends of Square One Theatre Company, the volunteer organization of the Stratford-based theatre, will hold its final general meeting of its…

Judge Barry Stevens will be on hand to discuss today's special topic for "Black History Month" “How Did the United States Constitution, When First Enacted, Address The Issue of Slavery.” The United States Constitution, the legal…

Tween: Doodle Valentine’s Day Charms Learn to use the Library’s 3D Doodle pens and make Valentine’s Day charms. No prior experience necessary. More tween events listed on the Library’s website. Registration required. Wed.,…

The Stratford Library Board is currently requesting donations for its annual book sale. Contributors are urged to recycle their good books to share with others and help the Stratford Library increase their book purchase fund at the same time. The…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on Sunday, February 18 and Monday, February 19, 2024 in observation of the Presidents’ Day holiday. The library will reopen on Tuesday, February 20th at 10 am. Current…

"Meet-the-Author" Event is Special for "Black History Month" The Stratford Library will host Redding author Gail Howard for a special "Meet-the-Author" program. Howard will discuss her memoir, White Wife/Blue Baby. The talk, presented as part of…

Film & Literature Programs Set in Stratford The Stratford Library, in conjunction with the nationwide celebration of "Black History Month", will present special events relating to the black experience covering art, film, discussion and…

The Stratford Library in Stratford celebrates "National Take Your Child to the Library Day" with "Pajamas all Day." The annual event is free and open to the public. Families can stop in from 10am-4:30 pm (in pajamas!) for free books, a craft and…

Winter/Spring Series Set Thru June 2024 The Stratford Library has announced that its "Books Over Coffee" program will continue for live, in-person meetings in the Lovell Room through June 2024. The monthly book discussion program, hosted by…

Stratford Historian David Wright To Host New Series The Stratford Library will host Stratford Historian David Wright and his new monthly series, “Stratford: The Stories We Tell” on Monday, January 29 at 6:30 pm. The five-part series…

On Display: MLK., Jr. I HAVE A DREAM BOARD Martin Luther King, Jr.'s dream still echoes in our minds & hearts today. Inspire others by creatively expressing your dream(s) for your friends, family & community through art &/or writing…

The Stratford Library has revealed the most popular and most circulated books for the past year. The titles include: - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus - Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver - Spare by Harry, Duke of Sussex - The…

January Storytimes The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets…

The Stratford Library will offer a special music history presentation, "The British Invasion and American Answer: A Musical Journey". The program is free and open to the public. Author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin, who enthralled…

The Stratford Library will start 2024’s "Sunday Afternoon Talks", its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers. Guest speaker Kelly Vaugham will present "Equity is Justice: Public Health, Policy…

The Stratford Library offers a variety of events for the new year. All will be held in the Library’s Lovell Room and are free and open to the public. For further information call the Library at 203.385.4162 or visit:…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on Sunday, January 14 and Monday, January 15, 2024 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. The library will reopen on Tuesday, January 16 at 10 am. Current Library…

The Stratford Library continues its popular “Sunday Afternoon Talks” series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers in 2024. The talks, hosted by Stratford’s Charlie Lautier and held in the…

"Monday Matinees" Free Monthly Screenings of Popular Films The Stratford Library returns with its popular film series through 2024. The series offers free showings of recent, popular films shown uncut and on widescreen each month. Barbie …

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on December 24, 25 and 31, 2023 and January 1, 2024 in observation of the Christmas/New Year’s holidays. Current library hours are: Monday-Thursday: 10-8, Friday-Saturday:…

The Stratford Library Reference Department and its Knit Wits program present a Yarn Swap. One crafter’s unwanted yarn is another’s inspiration. Do you have a yarn stash that is languishing, unused and unappreciated? Crafters are…

The Stratford Library will present a special photo workshop. Stratford's Dee Hiatt, whose exhibit "The Cell Photo Photo Project" is currently on display at the library, will host the workshop entitled "Surprise Photos with Your Cell Phone". It is…

Series Revisits Theatre's "Thanksgiving Play" The Friends of Square One Theatre, in conjunction with the Stratford Library, will open the 18th season of its popular series, "Play It Again, Square One". The drama discussion series looks at recent…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticut will be participating in "Giving Tuesday" on Tuesday, November 28th. This is a chance to step away from the consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday and help the Library continue…

The Stratford Library will offer a special music presentation, The Rich Meyers-Eumir Abela Jazz Duo. The concert is free and open to the public. The highly entertaining Rich Meyers/Eumir Abela Jazz Duo are making their first appearance in…

November Storytimes The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit…

November Storytimes: The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit…

Claude Clayton Smith grew up in Stratford with the local legend of Goody Bassett, who was hanged there for witchcraft in 1651. He was also intrigued by the tales of Indians and wolves, which form a crucial backdrop to his historical novel The…

Among those largely written out of the historic narrative of the American Revolution were the people of color who fought for both sides, Rebels and Redcoats, and often for the same reason – the opportunity for emancipation and freedom from…

The Stratford Library will present a special photo workshop. Stratford's Dee Hiatt, whose current exhibit "The Cell Photo Photo Project" is currently on display at the Library, will host the workshop entitled "Surprise Photos with Your Cell Phone".…

“Peter Ertel” Subject of Discussion on October 22 The Stratford Library will present an exclusive showing of “The Unimaginable Journey of Peter Ertel”. The Holocaust program, which will host the film’s director…

The Stratford Library will present an unusual holiday program “Dreaming with the Departed”. Dream teacher Adelita Chirino will host the special program which is free and open to the public. October is a magical month; a time of year…

Snakes, Reptiles & Amphibians on Site The Stratford Library will welcome representatives and their “friends” from The Reptile Nook of Springfield, Massachusetts. Fascinating animal talk from guest speakers Jess and Zack…

Stratford’s Dee Hiatt Is Featured Artist Thru December A display of original work by Stratford photographer Dee Hiatt is the current art exhibit at the Stratford Library. The exhibit, entitled “Cell Phone Photography Project”,…

October Storytimes The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. (No storytime on October 27). On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets…

Free College Admission and Financial Aid Workshop Date: September 19, 2023 Time: 6:15-8 pm Location: Lovell Room A free educational, college planning and financial aid workshop for parents of high school and middle school students will be held…

Book Scientists The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a Hispanic Heritage Book Scientist kit for children ages 3-12. Each kit includes books and activities. Books are selected based on the age of the child participating. When…

Fall/Winter Series Set Thru December 2023 The Stratford Library has announced that its “Books Over Coffee” program will continue for live, in-person meetings in the Lovell Room through December 2023. The monthly book discussion…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on Friday, September 8 in order for United Illuminating to install a new transformer outside the building. The Library will remain closed to the public the entire day and its…

Weekly Summer Craft The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a weekly craft table courtesy of teen volunteers. The craft table hours will be Mondays-Thursdays 10am-12pm & 2:30-6:30pm, and Fridays from 10am-12pm. Ages 0-12 are…

Seniors from Stratford High and Bunnell High Schools were honored by the Stratford Library Board of Trustees recently with the Stratford Library Board Scholarships. In the annual presentation, Emilie Silverman (Stratford High) and Eliza Llewelyn…

The Stratford Library Children's Department will be hosting a free library concert featuring Chris from the LeafJumpers Band. It is free and open to the public. Chris will be performing songs from the 80s, 90s and 00s and his concert is…

Beardsley Zoo, Discovery Museum Included in Program After nearly three years, the Stratford Library is now offering its patrons discounted and free passes to a variety of state museums and attractions. The Museum Pass Program, which includes…

A display of original photography by Milford, Connecticut artist Rafay Seyal is the current art exhibit at the Stratford Library. The exhibit, entitled “The Land of Enchantment”, will be featured at the Library through September 2023. It…

Join the Father/Daughter Team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier for an Interactive Comprehensive Retirement Planning Workshop at the Stratford Library. Are you aware of the two new laws passed (SECURE ACT & SECURE ACT 2) and how they will impact you?…

A display of original photography by Milford, Connecticut artist Rafay Seyal is the current art exhibit at the Stratford Library. The exhibit, entitled “The Land of Enchantment”, will be featured at the Library through September 2023. …

New England Guitar Society Returns LIVE The Stratford Library will welcome back the popular New England Guitar Society in a live concert. The concert is free and open to the public. The New England Guitar Society was established to create a…

UPDATED INFORMATION! STRATFORD LIBRARY OFFERS KIDS EVENTS IN JULY Summer Reading Sign-Ups Sign-ups for Stratford Library’s 2023 Summer Reading Program for kids of all ages continue throughout July. This year’s theme is Find Your…

The Stratford Library Reference Department has announced the creation of a “Forest to Shore StoryWalk Tour”. A StoryWalk is a book, with pages separated and laminated on wood stakes that are placed along a path or trail for people to…

Summer Reading Sign Ups Sign-ups for Stratford Library’s 2023 Summer Reading Program begin on Thursday, June 1 for all ages. This year’s theme is Find Your Voice! Pre-readers up to age 8 can sign up for the Read to Me Program.…

Sunday Hours Also Cease Until October The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on Sunday, May 28 and Monday, May 29, 2023 in observation of the Memorial Day holiday. The library will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th at 10 am.…

Stratford Library Holds Annual Book Sale June 1-4 Board Fund-Raiser Begins June 1st with “Preview" The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticut will return with its annual book sale Thursday, June 1 through Sunday. June…

Stratford Library Celebrates CLA Honorees Beck & Lautier Awarded at Conference The Stratford Library has announced that two of its staff were honored recently at the Connecticut Library Association Annual Conference at the Mystic Marriott…

Stratford Library Offers 'A Year in Kimono' Japan Society Presents Workshop The Stratford Library Reference Department will present “A Year in Kimono”. The Japan Society of Fairfield County is proud to give an hour long presentation…

Seed Grab N’ Go The Stratford Library is offering Seed Library grab & gos. On May 3, the kit will be “Shop Our Seeds” with a variety of flowers and vegetable seeds to choose from courtesy of CT’s Master Gardener program.…

An exhibit of original artwork in a variety of mediums by Stratford, Connecticut artist Donna Osterby-Brien is the current exhibit at the Stratford Library. The exhibit, entitled “Donna Osterby-Brien Art at the Library”, will be featured…

Stratford – The Stratford Library will present “An Afternoon of Short Original Plays in Recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month”. The staged readings of seven original plays and monologues focus on various aspects of mental…

Stratford, CT - The Stratford Library will present “An Afternoon of Short Original Plays in Recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month” Saturday, May 6 at 2 p.m. in the Lovell Room at the Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street, Stratford.…

The Stratford Library will conclude "Sunday Afternoon Talks", its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers, with Author/Historian Martin Podskoch and his Power Point presentation, "Connecticut's CCC…

The Stratford Library’s 18th Annual Gala, Get On Your Feet!, will be held at Vazzano’s Four Seasons. Dance the night away with our salsa instructor as we enjoy live music from Avenue Groove and dinner! This year our auction will be…

Stratford Library Concert to Celebrate Elvis Presley Nina Et Cetera Band in Stratford The Stratford Library will present the Nina Et cetera Band in a special concert entitled “The Real Elvis”. The band wowed Stratford audiences…

The Stratford Library will offer a special genealogy workshop, “Introduction to Genealogy & One Hour of 1 on 1 Sessions”. Self-taught/lecturer Sarah Greenberg will host the workshop at the Library guiding participants on the path to…

The Stratford Library will offer an opportunity to learn about the 40+ wineries in the state with “Connecticut Wineries with the Nutmeg Nose” Library visitors are invited to take a virtual ride through Connecticut’s wine country…

The Two Roads Brewing Company of Stratford will be celebrating “National Poetry Month” in April by honoring poet Robert Frost and the Stratford Library. The poet is the author of “The Road Not Taken” and the inspiration…

Genealogy Workshop Offered By Stratford Library The Stratford Library will offer a special genealogy workshop, “Introduction to Genealogy & One Hour of 1 on 1 Sessions”, on Monday, April 10 from 4-6 pm. Self-taught/lecturer Sarah…

April Storytimes The Stratford Library Children’s Department offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit…

CT Post Photographer Ed Brinsko Celebrated The Stratford Library continues “Sunday Afternoon Talks”, its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers, with Jay Misencik, Geralene Valentine and Ed…

Series Revisits Theatre’s “Agnes of God” The Friends of Square One Theatre, in conjunction with the Stratford Library, will continue the 17th season of its popular series, “Play It Again, Square One”. The drama…

March Storytimes: The Stratford Library Children’s Department offers weekly storytimes for children of different ages. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages…

The Stratford Library is proud to announce that it has become an official hub for the Connecticut State Library for Accessible Books. CT LAB is a network library of the Library of Congress’ National Library Service for the Blind and Print…

March Storytimes: The Stratford Library Children’s Department offers weekly storytimes for children of different ages. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages…

Youth Services Staffer Since 1999 Exits April 4 The Stratford Library has announced that Youth Services Librarian Tess Beck will retire her position on April 4 after 24 years. Beck graduated with a Master's in Library Science from Rutgers, the…

The Stratford Library will go to the dogs with a special program from the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, "Fidelco Puppy Raising". Guest speaker Sarah Silverman of Stratford, puppy raiser turned Fidelco Puppy Raiser Trainer, will present all the…

“Shadows” Exhibit At Stratford Library Redding’s Beth Bailey Paintings on Display March-April An exhibit of original acrylic, oil and watercolor paintings by Redding, Connecticut artist Beth Bailey is the current art…

The Stratford Library continues “Sunday Afternoon Talks”, its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers with photographers/historians Jay Misencik and Geralene Valentine and their presentation,…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticut will be participating in Fairfield County' Community Foundation annual "Giving Day" on Thursday, February 23rd This is a 24-hour online event to “Give Where You Live” and…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on Sunday, February 19 and Monday, February 20, 2023 in observation of the Presidents’ Day holiday. The library will reopen on Tuesday, February 21st at 10 am. Current…

The Stratford Library, in conjunction with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), will offer another session of the “AARP Driver Safety Program”, a classroom driver retraining program designed to help older persons improve…

Film & Literature Programs Set in Stratford The Stratford Library, in conjunction with the nationwide celebration of "Black History Month:, will present special events relating to the black experience covering art, film and literature. As…

The Stratford Library Board is currently requesting donations for its annual book sale. Contributors are urged to recycle their good books to share with others and help the Stratford Library increase their book purchase fund at the same time. The…

The Stratford Library Children’s Department is hosting “Welcome Week” January 30 to February 4, 2023 to welcome all families, new and returning to the Library. Realizing that many families moved into Stratford during the pandemic,…

Instructor: Laurie Trupp This unique one hour class will combine gentle chair yoga poses with relaxing guided meditation at the beginning and end of class. The yoga poses will be done seated, as well as standing with the chair used as a prop for…

Historian Eric Chandler Returns on January 8th The Stratford Library continues "Sunday Afternoon Talks", its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers with historian Eric Chandler and his presentation,…

"Monday Matinees 2023" Free Monthly Screenings of Popular Films The Stratford Library continues its popular film series offering free showings of recent, popular films shown uncut and on widescreen each month. The Woman King January 9, 2023 …

The Stratford Library has announced a special holiday readers theatre event. A new play, “Joy Meets Girl” by Kimberly Hill, will be presented in a staged reading in the Library Lovell Room. It is free and open to the public. …

Popular Author to be Celebrated on December 1 The Stratford Library Reference Department will host "Hoover-Palooza" a celebration of the books by the uber-popular author, Colleen Hoover. The program, which is free and open to the public, will be…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will present three special holiday concerts on consecutive Sunday afternoons in December. The annual event is also the final program in celebration of the Library 125th anniversary year. It is…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will present three special holiday concerts on consecutive Sunday afternoons in December. The annual event is also the final program in celebration of the Library 125th anniversary year. It is…

Stratford’s Ellen Thees’ Oils on Display November-December An exhibit of original oil paintings by Stratford artist Ellen Thees is the current art exhibit at the Stratford Library. The exhibit, entitled "Still Vignettes", will be…

“STILL VIGNETTES” EXHIBIT AT STRATFORD LIBRARY Stratford’s Ellen Thees’ Oils on Display November-December An exhibit of original oil paintings by Stratford artist Ellen Thees is the current…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on Friday, November 11 for the Veterans Day holiday. The library will reopen on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 10 am.

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will close on Wednesday, November 23 at 5 pm and all day on Thursday, November 24 in observation of the Thanksgiving holiday. The library will reopen on Friday, November 25 at 10 am. Current…

Raising Guide Dogs to Be Discussed The Stratford Library will go to the dogs with a special program from the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, "Fidelco Puppy Raising". Guest speaker Sarah Silverman of Stratford, puppy raiser turned Fidelco Puppy…

“Specters Galore from Forest to Shore” The Stratford Library continues its 125th anniversary celebration with a special Halloween program hosted by Stratford Town Historian Dave Wright, “Specters Galore from Forest to…

“Vera’s Story” Author Guest The Stratford Library continues “Sunday Afternoon Talks”, its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers, with Stratford’s Frances Y. Evan,…

"Mouse Gets the Cheese" Author Live, In Person The Stratford Library will host author Chad Betz for a special "Meet-the-Author" program. Betz will discuss his latest book, The Second Mouse Gets the Cheese: Avoid the Traps and Get Your Reward. It…

The Stratford Library has announced that teen volunteers, Avanti Prabakaran, Grace Molina, Candice Northrup and Kaylyn Shoy have received The President's Volunteer Service Award from this past year. Molina, Northrup and Shoy received the Gold Award…

Stratford Library Announces Promotions, New Staff The Stratford Library has announced a series of promotions and staff additions to their Reference, Circulation and Children’s Departments. Director Sheri Szymanski noted, “We are…

The Stratford Library has announced a series of promotions and staff additions to their Reference, Circulation and Children's Departments. Director Sheri Szymanski noted, "We are pleased that some of our longtime employees have been promoted while…

The Stratford Library has announced that it will host a virtual, live program about the spiraling costs of food shopping, "Saving at the Supermarket!", with guest speaker Jill Patterson, RDN. The program, available on the Library's Zoom platform, is…

"Memory Tips" & "Arguing with Your Teen" are Topics The Stratford Library has two upcoming talks presented on Zoom. "MEMORY TIPS" Guest Speaker: Dr. Wendy Hurwitz, M.D. Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 12-1 pm Did you know that a recent study…

The Stratford Library has announced that its “Books Over Coffee” program will return to a live, in-person format in the Lovell Room while also continuing on Zoom through December 2022. The monthly book discussion program has been a…

Jim Cameron Special Guest via Zoom The Stratford Library begins a new season of “Sunday Afternoon Talks”, the series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers, with “Transportation Talk”…

The Stratford Library Board of Trustees have announced their new slate of officers. They include: Maria Ferrera/President, Robyn Proto/Vice President, Donald Putrimas/Treasurer, Joel Pleban/Assistant Treasurer and Janice Cupee/Secretary. All are…

“Meet-&-Greet-Author” of Four Connecticut-Based Books The Stratford Library will host author Tony Renzoni for a special “Meet-& Greet” program. Renzoni will chat in the Library’s Main Lobby with visitors…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on Saturday, September 3 through Monday, September 5, 2022 in observation of the Labor Day holiday weekend. The library will reopen on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Current…

The Stratford Library will offer a special program from the Trumbull Nature & Arts Center, “Beekeeping Demonstration & Honey Tasting”. The program is free and open to the public but limited to 30 participants. Expert Beekeeper…

The Stratford Library Board of Trustees approved a new Strategic Plan for the Library. The new plan will guide and prioritize the Library’s work over the next several years, in response to all that the Library has learned from community…

The Stratford Library Teen Department held its second Mini Art program recently. According to Senior Service Specialist Teresa Neville, teens were invited to flex their artistic skills on the smallest canvas ever by creating a tiny work-of-art in…

Raising Guide Dogs To Be Discussed The Stratford Library will go to the dogs with a special program from the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, “Fidelco Puppy Raising”. The program is free and open to the public. Guest speaker Sarah…

The Stratford Library, in conjunction with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), will offer another session of the “AARP Driver Safety Program”, a classroom driver retraining program designed to help older persons improve…

Tara Coppola, ND MS CNS is Guest Speaker on July 12 The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street, will host an informative naturopathic health care program on Tuesday, July 12 at 7 pm. The live, in-person program, which will focus on “Health and…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, CT will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022 in observance of Independence Day. The library will reopen on Tuesday, July 5 at 10 am. Current library hours are: Monday – Thursday: 10 am…

Thomas Braunagel is Guest Speaker The Stratford Library will host an informative Zoom workshop, "Decluttering: What To Do With All This Stuff". The virtual workshop is free and open to the public. Guest speaker for the program is Thomas Braunagel…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street will offer an array of events in conjunction with the nationwide observance of "Pride Month 2022". A series of online programs and in-person events will celebrate the history and accomplishments of the LGBTQ+…

The Stratford Library Reference Department has announced a pair of "Walk and Talk" programs around Stratford in June and August. The walks are free and open to the public. Library staffers invite residents to walk together and talk about what you…

Hudson Shakespeare Company to Perform "Hamlet" The Stratford Library, announces that the Hudson Shakespeare Company will return to Stratford for its live, in-person production of the classic drama "Hamlet". Performed outside in the library's…

"Stuff I See" At Stratford Library Nicole Irene Shakespeare Theatre Photography on Exhibit Through July An exhibit of original photographs by Stratford's Nicole Irene is the current art exhibit at the Stratford Library. The exhibit, entitled…

"Dr. William Reszelbach — Child of the Holocaust" Join Dr. Reszelbach, a child of Holocaust survivors, as he shares his family's harrowing experiences at the hands of the Nazis, coupled with Holocaust history. Reszelbach will discuss his…

Tara Coppola, ND MS CNS is Guest Speaker on June 14 and July 12 The Stratford Library, will host two informative naturopathic health care programs. The in-person programs, which will focus on “Self Care” and “Health and…

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, CT will be closed on Sunday and Monday, May 29 and 30, 2022 in observance of Memorial Day. The library will reopen on Tuesday, May 31 at 10 am. Current library hours are: Monday –…

Board Fund-Raiser Begins June 3rd with “Advance Sale” The Stratford Library will return with its annual book sale Friday, June 3 through Sunday, June 5, 2022. The sale, which is a major fund-raiser for the library, is being organized…

Book Scientists Star Wars Join the Stratford Library in a galaxy far far away for our Star Wars Book Scientists kit for ages 3-12. Registration started Tuesday, May 3rd. Read and explore with Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo & other…

The Stratford Library Board of Trustees is currently seeking volunteers for its upcoming June book sale. The Board needs volunteers in May for cleaning and sorting donations and in June for set-up and running the sale itself. Those interested in…

The Stratford Library, in conjunction with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), will offer another session of the “AARP Driver Safety Program”, a classroom driver retraining program designed to help older persons improve…

Stratford violinist Cameron Chase returns to the Library for this evening's free concert. The Stratford Library will present a special, live concert with Juilliard School musicians Cameron Chase and David Bernat on Tuesday, May 10 at 7 pm. The…

The Stratford Library has announced that it will host a virtual, live program about managing stress, "Stress Management: A Proactive Approach". The program, available on the Library's Zoom platform, is free and open to the public. Wellness Expert…

Recent Oscar Winners Included in Schedule The Stratford Library's popular "Monday Matinees" series will continue through August and include Oscar winners and a national blockbuster. The series, which presents recent, popular films on monthly…

The Stratford Library Board is currently requesting donations for its June book sale. Contributors are urged to recycle their good books to share with others and help the Stratford Library increase their book purchase fund at the same time. The book…