Join us on the last official day of summer for this special “S’morey Time” event! Children of all ages will enjoy stories around the “campfire”, campout-themed crafts, campout songs, and yummy “S’mores Indoors” treats! Starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21 the event is FREE and OPEN TO ALL!
Join guest storyteller Janet Wenner for timeless folktales told in the Kamishibai style on Saturday, August 17 at 11:30 a.m.! Kamishibai, or paper theater, is a traditional form of Japanese street theater and storytelling. Popular during the Great Depression and through to the development of television, Kamishibai stories were performed by a narrator who traveled […]
Join us from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the biggest Book Sale of the year at Stamford Library. There’s something for everyone: Hardcover and Paperback Fiction A wide selection of Non-fiction titles Collectors and Coffee Table Books Children’s Picture Books Graphic Novels DVDs Vintage Books And More! It’s all by donation, so bring a […]
Adventure Down Under! Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we’ll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, we’ll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we’ll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroo and koalas … and much more! The DDU Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, […]
Adventure Down Under! Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we’ll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, we’ll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we’ll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroo and koalas … and much more! The DDU Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, […]
We’re having a party – and you’re invited! The Stamford Library would like to invite you to our 3rd Annual Plant Swap & Afternoon Tea on Saturday, May 18! The plant swap will officially kick off at 11 a.m. when you are invited to bring any extra seedlings, seeds, divided perennials, houseplants, and volunteers you […]
Join us at Stamford Library on Friday, April 5, and Get Eclipse Ready during 2 special program sessions! Learn all about why eclipses happen and how to view the upcoming eclipse safely! Each session will include age-appropriate hands-on activities like modeling why solar eclipses happen, leaning what to expect during the eclipse and learning how […]
New in 2024, Stamford Library is excited to partner with #NeighborhoodForest to help green our community and inspire youth environmentalism! Parents and caregivers, please sign your child up to receive a free tree this Earth Day by filling out this short form: https://www.neighborhoodforest.org/parent-registration/?school=60798 We will contact you to pick up your tree at the library […]
We’re getting crafty at Stamford Library! Crafting doesn’t have to break the bank! During our monthly Crafternoon Series with our friend and expert crafter Beth, she will teach you how to use thrift-store finds and basic craft supplies to create your own works of art! Crafternoon will be held from 4 to 4:30 p.m. on […]
Come celebrate the Lunar New Year and help welcome the Year of the Dragon during the next Kamishibai Storytelling Program on Saturday, February 10 at 11:30 a.m. at Stamford Library! Kamishibai, or paper theater, is a traditional form of Japanese street theater and storytelling. Popular during the Great Depression and through to the development of […]