PROGRAMS > STRAFFORD BRANCH
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
- 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 2-6
Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
Saturday, June 23, 2018
- Rock Out With Drums!
Strafford Branch Library
2 p.m. for adults
Jennifer Jester, Missouri State University professor and owner of Springfield's School of Rock, will help you find your rhythm with a session of drumming for people who think they have no rhythm or have always wanted to drum. Registration starts June 1; call 417-736-9233.
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
- 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 2-6
Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
Thursday, June 28, 2018
- "1776" and Popsicles
Strafford Branch Library
3:30-6:30 p.m. for all ages
Watch the musical classic "1776," rated G, and enjoy a cool treat.
Tuesday, July 3, 2018
- 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 2-6
Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
- 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 2-6
Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
- 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. - Itsy-Gardens
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades 4-12
Create your own unique mini-garden to take home! We’ll use sand and succulents to produce zen-inspired, teeny habitats. Materials will be provided.
Tuesday, July 24, 2018
- 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 2-6
Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
- 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. - Marty Hahne's Musical Magic Show
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
3:30 p.m. for preschool-grade 4
Explore music, magic and mystery with Marty! This interactive show is filled with singing, humor and sleight of hand, including the creation of a human xylophone and the surprise appearance of Marty's magic bunny!
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
- 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.
Thursday, August 9, 2018
- The Strafford Branch Turns 10!
Strafford Branch Library
11 a.m.-2 p.m. for all ages
Help us celebrate 10 years of fun at the Strafford Branch Library with snacks, prizes, games and other activities.
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
- 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. - Conservation Rocks!
Strafford Branch Library in the community room
3:30 p.m. for preschool-grade 4
Dickerson Park Zoo connects people with animals to create adventures that encourage discovery and inspire conservation action. Meet ambassador animals from the Zoo's Education Department, along with hands-on learning with natural objects as you find out how you can take action and motivate others to inspire change for wildlife.
Tuesday, August 21, 2018
- 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 2-6
Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
- The Extraordinary Oreo Test
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 p.m. for grades 4-12
Bring your taste buds and prepare for an Oreo showdown as we sample different varieties and rank them.
Friday, August 24, 2018
- Cool Down with Coloring
Strafford Branch Library
3:30-6 p.m. for adults
Enjoy a quiet coloring session for adults along with some cold lemonade.
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
- 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 2-6
Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
