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By admin, Wed, 03/18/2026 - 01:00

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.

By admin, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 22:00

Experience the magic of two languages at our Bilingual Storytime, specially designed for children ages 5 to 8 years old. Each week features a fresh, exciting theme—from high-tech Robots to mythical Dragons. We go beyond the book with interactive games and hands-on instrument play to keep older kids engaged and moving. It’s the perfect blend of literacy, culture, and high-energy fun. 🎸 📚 🎮

By admin, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 22:00

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, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 22:00

Do you enjoy cross stitch, needlepoint, knitting, crocheting, or any other of the needle arts?

Then you should join our Sit and Stitch Group on Thursday mornings!

Bring your projects to work on and visit with this awesome group!

By admin, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 22:00

Adults who are learning English are invited to come to E.S.L. Cafe each month at Kingwood Library!

At E.S.L. Cafe, we play tabletop games (board games, card games, and conversation games) in English. Join us for a welcoming, supportive space to practice English and connect with others in your community.

Come when you want and stay as long as you want. All levels are welcome! Coffee and refreshments provided.

Hope to see you there!

*English-as-a-Second-Language

By admin, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 22:00

Join with other preschoolers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Preschool Story Time uses age appropriate stories, songs and finger plays, and a take-home craft to engage preschoolers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards kids ages 3-5 years.

Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior. Children must have a ticket to attend Preschool Story Time.

For more information, call the library.