The document provides information about the Stratford Library's summer reading and programming for children. It describes that summer reading registration begins on June 2nd for two programs - Read to Me for non-readers and a reading challenge for independent readers ages 5-12. It also lists weekly storytimes from June 24th to August 8th and various summer programs for children from June through August, including science programs, crafts, music and dance activities. It concludes with information about end of summer celebrations in August.

1. Stratford Library * 2203 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615 * 203.385.4165 * stratfordlibrary.org * childrens@stratfordlibrary.org
Summer Reading is for Everyone!
Registration begins June 2. Sign up in the Children’s Department.
Read to Me for children not yet reading on their own (birth to
age 8). Read together and complete activities. Earn weekly prizes
and enjoy the end of summer party “Family Music Extravanganza.”
(Tickets required).
Summer Reading Challenge for
independent readers ages 5–12.
Register books (online!) from
6/2–8/9 to earn weekly prizes
and a chance to win special items
(weekly prizes start 6/23).
End of Summer Reading Ice
Cream Party with Mayor Harkins
and Casey Carle’s Bubble–Mania.
(RSVP to Mayor Harkins’ office
required for event and to qualify
as a Harkins Hero with t-shirt and
certificate).
Summer Storytimes
June 24–August 8. No registration required.
• Toddler Time: Mondays, 10:30 am. Ages 0–3.
• Storytime: Tuesdays, 10:30 am. Ages 3–7.
• Fun Fridays: Fridays, 10:30 am. Ages 2–5.
Children's
Summer Programs
Summer
Reading
Kickoff
Critter Caravan**
June 21, Register for 2 pm or 3 pm show. Ages 4-12.
Get up close and personal with this traveling exotic mammal and
reptile show. Animals may include a chinchilla, a hedgehog, and a
hissing Madagascar cockroach race!
* indicates a William Caspar Graustein Discovery Grant program
**indicates a Carol Pieper Memorial Fund program
Turtle Dance Music*
June 23 at 10:30 am. Toddler to age 7.
Summer Programs for Children
Registration begins two weeks in advance for all summer programs
Weekly Crafts from 6/23 to 8/9 – during library hours.
Go Green with Author Christine
Pakkala
Wednesday, June 25 at 3:30 pm.
Ages 5–10.
Hear about Ms. Pakkala’s noted
new book“Lola Goes Green”and
make a recycled craft.
Books available for purchase.
Binary Necklaces
Thursday, June 26 at 3:30 pm.
Ages 8–12.
Combine science and jewelry-
making as you bead a name
necklace using this computer
coding language.
“Is There Water on Zork?”with
the Kellogg Environmental
Center
Friday, June 27 at 2:30 pm.
Ages 7–12.
Hear David Wiesner’s story“June 29,
1999”then conduct experiments
to see if mystery liquids on Planet
Zork contain water.
Library Lego Club
Saturdays, June 28 and Aug 16 at
10:30 am, July 19 at 2:30 pm.
Ages 5-12.
Food Fun
Monday, June 30 at 2:30 pm. Ages 5 to 12.
Make wacky creations using food.
Here There Be Dragons*
Wednesday, July 2 at 10:30 am. Ages 5 to 12.
A Science Snoopers program. Learn about real dragons alive today.
Nail Salon with Library Teen Volunteers
Wednesday, July 2 from 2 to 4 pm.
Drop in to have your nails painted and decorated!
Parachute Games
Thursday, July 3 at 2:30 pm in the Lovell Room. Ages 3-6.
Knitting
Mondays, July 7-July 28 at 3:00 pm. Ages 7-12.
Bring your own needles (Size 8-11 US), scrap yarn provided.
Read to Therapy Dogs, Siena & Drago
Tuesdays, July 8 and 29, August 5 and 19 from 3 to 4:30 pm.
Read to or visit with our certified therapy dogs.
Thank you to our Summer Reading Sponsors: Carol Pieper Memorial Fund . William Caspar Graustein Discovery Grant
Carol Kirkstadt Fund of the Windsor Public Library . Applebee’s . Bridgeport Bluefish . Bridgeport Sound Tigers
Connecticut Sun . Milford Bank . Quassy Amusement Park . Subway . Donations from Stratford residents
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2. Stratford Library * 2203 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615 * 203.385.4165 * stratfordlibrary.org * childrens@stratfordlibrary.org
End of Summer Celebrations
Summer Reading Challenge Ice Cream Party with Mayor Harkins
and Casey Carle’s“Bubble-Mania”**
Wednesday, August 13 at 4:15 pm. Ages 5-12.
For children who complete the Summer Reading Challenge.
Must RSVP to Mayor Harkins’office to attend as a Harkins Hero.
Read-to-Me Celebration“Family Music Extravaganza”**
Shakers, puppets, a giant parachute, rainbow wands, and bubbles.
Experience the unique and wonderful world of Evan Gottfried’s
musical escapades.
Thursday, August 14 at 4:30 pm. Ages 0-6.
For children in the Read-to-Me program. Tickets required.
Back to School Series
First Day Fiesta
Monday, August 25 at 2:30 pm. Ages 6-12.
Play school games and make a back-to-school craft.
Get Ready for School Storytime
Tuesday, August 26 at 10:30 am. Ages 4-8.
Enjoy stories, games, and a craft with a school theme.
* indicates a William Caspar Graustein Discovery Grant program
**indicates a Carol Pieper Memorial Fund program
Kindle Kids
Wednesday, July 30 at 11 am. Ages 8–12.
Rapunzel Puppet Show
Wednesday, July 30 at 3 pm. Ages 5–12.
This event courtesy of the Carol Kirkstadt Fund.
Otterly Wonderful*
Thursday, July 31 at 10:30 am. Ages 4–12.
Explore the world of river and sea otters. A Science Snoopers Program.
Astronomy Night with the Boothe Memorial Astronomical Society
Friday, August 1 at 8:30 pm. Ages 7–12 and their familes.
(Cloud date Friday, August 15).
Check out our solar system and galaxy at the BMAS Observatory.
Call library for details. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Permission slips required.
Zumba Dance with Claudia Hikade
Saturday, August 2 at 2 pm. Ages 7–12. Wear sneakers.
Sharpie Tie Dye Shirts
Monday, August 4 at 3 pm. Ages 8–12.
Bring a white t-shirt and create a masterpiece!
Spelunking Fun*
Wednesday, August 6 at 10:30 am. Ages 4–12.
Caves are a fascinating habitat to many creatures! A Science Snoopers
Program.
World of Science Minigolf
Wednesday, August 6 from 4 to 5 pm. Ages 5–12.
(Families welcome). Play a 9-hole golf course in the Children’s Department.
Magnetic Arts & Crafts
Thursday, August 7 at 10:30 am. Ages 8–12.
Music Time
Saturday, August 9 at 10:30 am. Ages 0–4.
Cool Apps for Cool Kids
Wednesday, July 9 at 11 am. Ages 7–12.
Face Painting with Library Teen Volunteers
Wednesday, July 9 from 2 to 4 pm.
Summer Art Series
Thursdays, July 10-24 at 10:30 am.
(Sign up for each session separately).
Create marvelous art work with local art instructor Sally Head.
Mad Scientist Party
Thursday, July 10 at 2:30 pm in the Lovell Room. Ages 6–12.
Earn your Mad Scientist degree with a round robin of science activities.
Celebrate Stratford’s 375th Anniversary with
Colonial Crafts, Games and Food
Saturday, July 12 from 11 am to 12 pm. Ages 5–12.
Experience crafts and games from the time of Stratford’s founding.
How does wool turn into yarn? Find out with Science Snoopers.*
Tween Creative Writing Group
Monday, July 14 at 4 pm. Grades 6–8.
Bring a notebook and pencil.
The Chemistry of Color: Ink Art
Tuesday, July 15 from 3–4 pm. Ages 8–12.
Make beautiful designs with ink. Dress for mess.
Magician Jay Reidy
Wednesday, July 16 at 2:30 pm. Ages 5–12.
Spiderweb in the Stacks
Thursday, July 17 from 3 to 4:15 pm. Ages 7–12.
Follow a maze of clues to solve the scavenger hunt
Aspiring Authors
Friday, July 18 and August 15, 2:30-3:30 pm. Ages 8–12.
For children who love to write. Bring a notebook.
Face and Hand Painting with Bakos Graphics
Saturday, July 19, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm in the Lovell Room.
Stop by for a gorgeous airbrush paint design!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Tuesday, July 22–drop off between 6 and 7:45 pm. Ages 3+
Let your stuffed animal enjoy a night out at the Library!
Wednesday, July 23 at 2:30 pm.
Pick up your stuffed animal and join us for a movie party.
Water Games (Rain date July 31)
Thursday, July 24.
2:00 pm for ages 2–5 (adult must accompany).
3:00 pm for ages 6–12.
Meet in the Library Courtyard for water and bubble games.
Parent signature required. Expect to get wet!
Creature Feature*
Saturday, July 26 at 11 am. Ages 4–12.
Enjoy the fascinating world of the octopus and its relatives.
A Science Snooper program.
Music Time
Saturday, July 26 at 2:30 pm. Ages 0–4.
Blockbuster Battle: Frozen vs. The Lego Movie
Monday, July 28 at 6 pm
Which movie will we show? Come and vote for the one you want to
see most. Popcorn provided.
Children's Summer ProgramsRegistration begins two weeks in advance for all summer programs
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