PROGRAMS > STRAFFORD BRANCH
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
11 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Thursday, February 27, 2020
- Warm Up and Wind Down
Strafford Branch Library
2-6 p.m. for adults
Unwind with coloring or letter writing while having a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. Materials will be provided.
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Thursday, March 12, 2020
- Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
4 p.m. for adults
Aggression, repetition, wandering--these and other dementia-related behaviors can be frightening and challenging to caregivers. Knowing what to do in these situations can help keep your loved one safe. Learn how to respond when someone you care for is struggling with dementia-related behaviors. Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association.
Saturday, March 14, 2020
- Movie Matinee
Strafford Branch Library
1-3 p.m. for all ages
Watch the original 1933 "King Kong," not rated. Popcorn will be provided.
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Saturday, March 21, 2020
- Unbe-leaf-able!
Strafford Branch Library
noon-2 p.m. for grades 6-12
Do you like plants but can't keep them alive? Worry no longer! "Plant" some cactus rocks and paint clay leaves during this crafting afternoon. No water or dirt necessary. Materials will be provided.
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Thursday, April 16, 2020
- "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
"Me Talk Pretty One Day" Book Discussion
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
4 p.m. for adults
Excited for David Sedaris' author visit next month? Discuss a few of his funniest short stories from "Me Talk Pretty One Day," including the title story and "I'll Eat What He's Wearing." A One Read event.
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
- A View of Japan
Strafford Branch Library
4-6 p.m. for age 13 and older
Anime and culture lovers, delve into Japanese culture with "Tokyo Godfathers," rated PG-13, and make a cherry blossom tree craft. Materials and snacks provided.
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
- Racing to Read Storytime
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
10:30 a.m. for infants-age 6
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read. - Impromptu Inventor-noons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades K-6
Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way each week as a new, open-ended challenge is provided.
Friday, May 15, 2020
- Unicorns vs. Dragons
Strafford Branch Library
3:30-5 p.m. for all ages
Kick off the Summer Reading Program with crafts and activities centered around unicorns and dragons. Materials will be provided.
