Preschoolers

By admin, Tue, 03/24/2026 - 04:00

Join us for an interactive early literacy experience for preschoolers and their caregivers. This program is geared toward children ages 3-6 years old and features songs, books, and crafts each week!

This program is a wonderful way to promote early literacy, social skills, and kindergarten readiness skills!

Space is limited. Please pick up your free tickets at the Children's Reference Desk the morning of the program to gain entry to Sapling story time.

By admin, Tue, 03/24/2026 - 01:00

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 in the Children's Library starting 15 minutes prior. Children must have a ticket to attend Preschool Story Time.

By admin, Mon, 03/23/2026 - 22:00

Join us for a special movie screening at the library! 

Take a colorful and heartfelt journey inside the mind of a growing teenager as emotions change and learn to work together in unexpected ways. It’s a fun, imaginative adventure!

This program is intended for all ages. 

By admin, Sun, 03/22/2026 - 01:00

For: Pre-K 4–Elementary

Tommy Terrific presents A Magical Dinosaur Dig! With the help of the Magician’s Handbook, participants will help guide Tommy on a magical journey back to the age when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Young explorers will encounter incredible dinosaurs, such as the mighty T. Rex and the powerful Triceratops, while discovering fun and fascinating facts about these amazing prehistoric creatures.

How to Attend:

By admin, Sun, 03/22/2026 - 01:00
Join us at the HCPL Stratford Branch Library for  Tiny Tots Storytime with other toddlers and parents/caregivers.

Storytime fosters early literacy skills and a love for reading in a cozy, welcoming environment. Books, stories, songs, movements and group play time. Come and develop your child’s early literacy skills in this supportive, community environment.

By admin, Sat, 03/21/2026 - 22:00
  • Occurrence: Thursdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)
  • Time: 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM
  • Ages: 3-6
  • Description: Stories, songs, and movement! Get ready to sing, play, read, and talk with Ms. Missy in this action-packed story time.
  • Additional Info: Free! No Registration
  • Location: Kids Corner
  • Ticket Info*: Limit: 65

*Children's Ticket Details