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
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Mondays at 10:30 AM, 1/6 through 4/7. No programs on 1/20, 1/27, 2/17
* Wednesdays at 11:30 AM, 1/15 through 4/2. No programs on 2/5, 3/12
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 30 minutes of open playtime. Monday and Wednesday programs repeat.
TODDLER STORYTIME- DROP-IN
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Tuesdays at 10 AM and 10:45 AM with Miss Megan, 1/7 through 4/8. No programs on 2/11
* Thursdays at 10 AM and 10:45 AM with Miss Tori, 1/9 through 4/10
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 through books, music, rhymes, and more!
TODDLER STORYTIME- REGISTERED
December Bonus Dates:
* Tuesdays at 10 and 10:45 AM on 12/3 and 12/10
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Wednesdays at 10 AM and 10:45 AM, 1/8 through 4/9. No programs on 2/12
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!
SENSORY STORYTIME- REGISTERED
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Fridays at 10 AM and 11 AM, 1/10 through 4/11. No programs on 2/21
For Ages: 18 months-48 months. Children attend with an adult caregiver.
Registration: Registration required– limited to the first 10 children to sign up. Registration opens via our event calendar at 6 PM the day before each program. 10 and 11 AM programs repeat.
Duration: 30 minutes
Description: Enjoy stories and hands-on activities with Miss Tori, a pediatric occupational therapist.
PRE-K STORYTIME
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Fridays at 2:15 PM, 1/10 through 4/11. No program on 1/17
For Ages: 4- and 5-year-olds. Children attend with an adult caregiver.
Registration: DROP-IN, Limited to the first 20 children and their caregivers to arrive.
Duration: 30 minutes
Description: Join Miss Tori for a lively program of stories, movement, songs, and hands-on play!
SING WITH ME
Fall 2024 Offerings:
* Thursdays at 4:15 PM (Please note later time!) on 11/7, 11/21, and 12/12
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Thursdays at 4:15 PM on 1/16, 2/6, 2/20, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, and 4/24
For Ages: Families with children of all ages. Children attend with an adult caregiver
Registration: Registration opens at 6 PM on the Monday prior to each program. There is a limit of 4 tickets per family (each adult and child attending must be registered). Maximum of 60 attendees.
Duration: 30 minutes
Description: An energetic family sing-along program with live music, featuring music teacher and guitarist Mr. Jim.
READ TO A DOG
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Thursdays at 3:45 PM on 1/9, 2/13, 3/13, and 4/10
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
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Tuesdays at 4 PM, 1/21 through 4/8. No program on 2/11
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
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Wednesdays at 4 PM on 1/29, 2/26, 3/19, and 4/2
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 1/29, we will be decorating cards for Cards for Hospitalized Kids. On 2/26, we will be making chemo port pillows for Stamford Hospital. On 3/29, we will be making catnip toys for PAWS of Norwalk. On 4/2, we will be making tray favors for Meals on Wheels.
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
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Fridays at 4 PM on 1/24, 2/7, 3/7, and 4/4
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 1/24, we will be making a sustainable hanging pot. On 2/7, we will be making duct tape wallets. On 3/7, we will be making DIY water filters. On 4/4, we will be making Morse Code bracelets.
CREATIVE VENTURES
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Fridays at 4 PM on 1/31, 2/21, 3/14, and 4/11
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, to make art, functional items, decor, and DIY products. On 1/31, we will be making wire sculptures. On 2/21, we will be making hanging stars. On 3/14, we will be making trinket drawers. On 4/11, we will be making desk hedgies.
GAME HUB
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Fridays at 4 PM on 3/21
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: Enjoy a growing selection of games at the library. From classic games to modern ones, to team challenges and everything in between, get ready to bring your A-Game! This program is a pilot and will return in the summer– with your suggestions added!
ESCAPE ROOMS
Winter/Spring 2025 Offerings:
* Fridays at 4 PM on 1/17, 2/2, and 3/28
For Ages: 8-13
Registration: Registration REQUIRED. Sign up online via our event calendar. Please note– you must register separately for each date. PLEASE ARRIVE PROMPTLY- LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED.
Duration: 1 hour
Description: Put your minds to the test! Follow clues, solve puzzles, and escape; it’s the only way out (not really!). Solve the room and win a prize! On 1/17, escape Jim Henson’s Labyrinth. On 2/28, escape Wonderland. On 3/28, escape Roswell’s Desert Bunker.
YOUNG CRITICS’ CLUB (YCC)
Winter/Spring 2025 Meeting Dates:
* Wednesdays at 4 PM on January 22nd, February 5th, February 19th, March 12th, March 26th, April 9th, and April 23rd
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, SENSORY STORYTIME, SING WITH ME, FAMILY MOVIES, DEBATE CLUB, CRAFTING CONNECTIONS, GAME HUB, CREATIVE VENTURES, APOCALYPSE LIFE SKILLS, AND ESCAPE ROOMS
- 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 and Sensory 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)
