By admin, Sat, 04/04/2026 - 10:00

Join us to dive into DNA use and techniques for family history research.  This fall, we will be studying and discussing Diahan Southard's, "Your DNA Guide: the book" and "Your DNA Guide: the workbook".  (Not provided.)

The discussion portion of this program will be held in-person and virtually.   After discussion time, in person participants will move to the library computers for hands-on work with matchlists.

By admin, Sat, 04/04/2026 - 10:00


Developed by the Arthritis Foundation, this program has been proven to help people with arthritis engage in walking, stretching, and strengthening exercises to reduce pain, increase balance and strength, and build confidence in their ability to be physically active. 

This program is available for people 60 years of age and older with arthritis.  

Please join us!

By admin, Sat, 04/04/2026 - 10:00



Drop in to get hands-on research help and instruction, as well as ask questions about research, DNA or any other genealogy-related topic.  Learn about the Chaparral Collection, library databases like Ancestry and Fold3, and explore the FamilySearch Affiliate Library resources available to help you break down brick walls.   If possible, bring specific research goals and questions, as well as database logins and family tree information, and let's see what we can accomplish together.

By admin, Sat, 04/04/2026 - 10:00

Join us at STEM Lab as we explore various topics in science, technology, engineering, and math! Each month kids will learn about a specific STEM topic and then complete a related experiment or activity. In April we will learn about states of matter!

This program is for children ages 8-12. Registration is required and begins one week in advance.

For more information, please call the library at 832-559-4235.

By admin, Sat, 04/04/2026 - 07:00
Join the Teen Advisory Committee (TAC): Lead, Serve, and Create!

Want to make your voice heard and help shape what happens at your library? The Stratford Branch Library is looking for motivated teens to join the Teen Advisory Committee (TAC)—a team of young leaders who help connect local youth with the library and the wider community.

As a TAC member, you won’t just attend meetings—you’ll help plan programs, influence decisions, and create a better space for teens through service, advocacy, and leadership.

By admin, Sat, 04/04/2026 - 04:00

Do you need time to unwind? We know adulting can be hard sometimes, so we have a program for all you adults out there! The Adult Coloring Club meets one Tuesday per month at 2 pm for an hour of coloring, music, and great conversation. It takes place in the conference room of the Baldwin Boettcher Library. No registration is required & all supplies are provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

By admin, Fri, 04/03/2026 - 22:00
Occurrence: Fridays, April 10th-May 8th Time: 10:30 AM Ages: 1-3 Description: A fun, informal, play-based program for parents/caregivers and their children ages 1-3. Families have the opportunity to spend time together, make new friends, and talk one-on-one with a different community resource professional each week.Additional Info: Free! No Registration Location: Kids Corner Ticket Info*: Limit: 15 families

*Children's Ticket Details

By admin, Fri, 04/03/2026 - 22:00
Occurrence: Thursdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted) Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Ages: All ages Description: Games/Legos for the whole family to enjoy together! Additional Info: Free! Location: Kids CornerTicket info: Limit 30


Children's Ticket Details

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Is you child struggling to read? Join us on the third Thursday of each month for Pawsome Readers, a beginning reading program where participants practice their reading skills with licensed therapy dogs.

GRADES 1 - 5 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED