Registration for all regular events is now online via our event calendar! If you have questions or need clarification, please call the Youth Services Desk at 203-637-8802. [Click here to see all Children’s Events on the Library Event Calendar]
Please note that one-time special events (such as outside performers) are not listed below, but do appear on our Event Calendar.
Program Descriptions
BABY STORYTIME
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Mondays at 11:30 AM, 9/9 through 11/18. No programs on 10/14 and 11/11
December Bonus Dates:
* Mondays at 11:30 AM on 12/2 and 12/9.
For Ages: 0 to 15 months. Children attend with an adult caregiver.
Registration: DROP-IN, Limited to the first 25 children and their caregivers to arrive.
Duration: 30 minutes
Description: Join Miss Jen for stories and songs for babies, followed by open playtime from 12-12:30 PM.
TODDLER STORYTIME- DROP-IN
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Tuesdays at 10 AM and 10:45 AM, 9/10 through 11/19. No program on 11/5
* Thursdays at 10 AM and 10:45 AM, 9/12 through 11/21. No programs on 10/3 and 10/31
For Ages: 15 months-48 months. Children attend with an adult caregiver.
Registration: DROP-IN, Limited to the first 20 children and their caregivers to arrive. 10 and 10:45 AM programs repeat.
Duration: 30 minutes
Description: Come explore with Miss Megan through books, music, rhymes, and more!
TODDLER STORYTIME- REGISTERED
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Wednesdays at 10 AM and 10:45 AM, 9/11 through 11/20
December Bonus Dates:
* Tuesdays at 10 and 10:45 AM on 12/3 and 12/10
For Ages: 15 months-48 months. Children attend with an adult caregiver.
Registration: Registration required– limited to the first 20 children to sign up. Registration opens via our event calendar at 6 PM the day before each program. 10 and 10:45 AM programs repeat.
Duration: 30 minutes
Description: Come explore with Miss Megan through books, music, rhymes, and more!
PRE-K STORYTIME
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Dates TBA
For Ages: 4- and 5-year-olds. Children attend with an adult caregiver.
Registration: DROP-IN, Limited to the first 25 children and their caregivers to arrive.
Duration: 30 minutes
Description: Join Ms. Jen as she shares some of her favorite picture books for preschoolers.
SING WITH ME
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Thursdays at 4:15 PM (Please note later time!) on 11/7, 11/21, and 12/12
For Ages: Families with children of all ages. Children attend with an adult caregiver
Registration: IMPORTANT: THIS PROGRAM REQUIRES ONLINE REGISTRATION. Register online via LibCal separately for each date– please note that registration opens at 6 PM on the Monday prior to each program. There is a limit of 4 tickets per family.
Duration: 30 minutes
Description: An energetic family sing-along program with live music, featuring music teacher and guitarist Mr. Jim.
READ TO A DOG
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Thursdays at 3:45 PM on 9/19, 10/17, and 11/14
For Ages: All ages. (Younger children should have their adult nearby)
Registration: DROP-IN. No pre-registration required, but you may need to wait your turn until a dog is available. Please arrive between 3:45 and 4:30.
Duration: 1 hour
Description: Build your confidence by reading out loud to a friendly dog. All dogs are trained therapy dogs and great listeners! Participants may pick whatever they would like to read for the program, although library staff are always available for suggestions.
DEBATE CLUB
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Tuesdays at 4 PM, 9/10 through 10/29
For Ages: 9-12
Registration: Registration strongly encouraged- sign up online via our event calendar
Duration: 1 hour
Description: Flex your critical thinking skills by participating in debates about fun topics. Winners will receive prizes, and all participants will have first dibs on future debate topics!
CRAFTING CONNECTIONS
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Wednesdays at 4 PM on 9/18, 10/2, and 10/16
For Ages: 9-12. Kids age 5-8 may also attend, but must be accompanied by an adult helper.
Registration: Registration strongly encouraged. Sign up online via our event calendar. Please note– you must register separately for each date
Duration: 1 hour
Description: Give back to the community by hand-making items to donate to charitable organizations. We will sign off on volunteer time for you if needed! On 9/18, we will be making snuffle mats for PAWS. On 10/2, we will be making no-sew NICU blankets for the Tiny Miracles Foundation. On 10/16, we will be making chemo port pillows for Stamford Hospital.
FRIDAY FAMILY MOVIES
Fall 2024 Offerings:
*Fridays at 3:45 PM on 9/13, 10/4, 11/1, and 12/13
For Ages: 8-13
Registration: Registration strongly encouraged- sign up online via our event calendar. Please note– you must register separately for each date
Duration: 1 1/2 hours
Description: Join us for a family movie on Friday afternoons! Snacks will be provided. Bring your own water bottle. On 9/13, we will be showing Jumanji (Rated PG, recommended for ages 8+). On 10/4, we will be showing Labyrinth (Rated PG, recommended for ages 8+). On 11/1, we will be showing Spy Kids (Rated PG, recommended for ages 7+). On 12/13, we will be showing The Borrowers (Rated PG, recommended for ages 6+).
APOCALYPSE LIFE SKILLS
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Fridays at 4 PM on 9/20 and 10/11
For Ages: 8-13
Registration: Registration strongly encouraged. Sign up online via our event calendar. Please note– you must register separately for each date
Duration: 1 hour
Description: The zombie apocalypse might be around the corner! Learn new skills that could improve your chances of survival. On 9/20, we will be creating DIY compasses 3 ways. On 10/11, we will be making soda can lanterns.
CREATIVE VENTURES
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Fridays at 4 PM on 9/27 and 10/18
For Ages: 7-13
Registration: Registration strongly encouraged. Sign up online via our event calendar. Please note– you must register separately for each date
Duration: 1 hour
Description: Stretch your artistic imagination using an array of mediums, skills, and techniques. On 9/27, we will be making origami star jars. On 10/18, we will be learning the art of paper quilling and creating a framed piece to display.
YOUNG CRITICS’ CLUB (YCC)
Fall 2024 Meeting Dates:
* Wednesdays at 4 PM on September 11th, September 25th, October 9th, October 23rd, November 6th, and November 20th
For Ages: Kids in Grades 6, 7, and 8
Registration: BY SPECIAL APPLICATION ONLY. The club is now full for the 2024-2025 school year.
Duration: 75 minutes
Description: At each meeting, Young Critics get to know each other better with a book-themed game, then grab a snack and discuss their recent reads. Ms. Jen and Mrs. Woodward booktalk a new book and share their new finds with the group. Young Critics get first dibs on these selections and rate and report back at the next meeting with their thoughts.
Program Registration
REGISTERED TODDLER STORYTIME, SING WITH ME, FAMILY MOVIES, DEBATE CLUB, CRAFTING CONNECTIONS, CREATIVE VENTURES, AND APOCALYPSE LIFE SKILLS
- Please sign up online via our event calendar
- Children must be the correct age for the program they are being registered for. Please check carefully!
- For registered Toddler Storytime, registration will open at 6 PM the day before each program
- For Sing With Me, registration opens at 6 PM on the Monday before each program. Tickets are limited to 4 per family. You must reserve a ticket for each attendee (both adults and children)
