What is your favorite anime theme song? Do you love J-Pop or J-Rock? Join us for an afternoon of music and Japanese snacks!
This program is for ages 12-18.
Teens
This beginner friendly lesson will introduce participants to cross-stitching, which is a form of counted-thread embroidery using X-shaped stitches to create a pattern.
Come and join us for a fun-filled afternoon with Nintendo games and some classic board games. This event is designed for ages 11-18, so bring your friends along to compete. We can't wait to see you there!
*Must be in grades 6th-12th*
Registration required
We are so pleased and excited to be hosting The Amazing Boujee Baker: Ms. Laquana again this summer!
If you are looking for a fun and exciting activity for your tween or teen to do this summer, look no further!
She will be demonstrating and teaching tweens and teens in grades 6-12 how to decorate small cakes. Each tween/teen will take their decorated cake home!~~~~
Join us for a DINO-MITE film festival every Friday.
1:00 to 3:30 p.m., kids under 10 can enjoy fun, age-appropriate dinosaur themed cartoons and movies.
3:30 to 6:00 p.m., tweens and adults can experience thrilling dinosaur adventures.
It's a ROARING good time for all ages!
Excavate some excitement this summer at this weekly arts and crafts program! Each week we'll create a new work of art and learn about archaeology, dinosaurs, and history along the way.
This program is designed for tweens and teens ages 12 to 18.
Registration is not required, but supplies and space may be limited.
Teens are invited to attend a Glowforge orientation, where they will earn the Laser Cutter badge that they can use to laser items at any available HCPL location, and they'll also get to laser engrave agate slices!
All materials and snacks will be provided. This program is for teens ages 13-18.
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.
Join us for Video Games Night!
We will be playing the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Games include Street Fighter, Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart and more!
This program is intended for those 8-18 years old.
Watch the Greatest Monster Movie of all Time, color dinosaurs, and enjoy eating chocolate “mud” cups for dessert!