The Friends of Freeman Library invite you to our Porch Book Sale! Browse a whole porch full of books for all ages at unbeatable prices. Explore a large selection of clearance fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, paperbacks, DVDs, and CDs. You’ll also find exclusive book-themed merchandise from the Friends of Freeman, including mugs, tote bags, and bookmarks.
All proceeds support Freeman Library programs and services.
Tweens
🎥🎬 Lights, laughter, and classic cartoons! 🎥🎬
Calling all teens—come hang out at the library for a special cartoon
Bring your own favorite snacks 🍫🍪🥤 to enjoy while you watch and get ready for a fun-filled break with nonstop cartoon comedy. If you love animation and humor, this is the perfect event for you!
Decompress from a long day at school every Tuesday by playing video games at the library! Challenge your friends to a competition or just come hang out!
No registration is required. This event is open to ages 11 to 18.
Let's make a classic sandwich in sushi form!
Recommended for children ages 5- 12. Join us to learn fun and yummy NO-BAKE recipes! This program is designed to help children learn how to make snacks on their own and become more independent in the kitchen. Come, create, and eat!
Every 2nd and 4th Monday at 4:30
List of ingredients
Bread
Banana
Grape Jelly
Nutella
Unwind and get creative in our chill Sketch Lounge! Relax with friends while you doodle, draw, and explore your artistic side in a laid-back, no-pressure space.
For teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.
For this month's Library Movie Nights, we are inviting families to join us to watch either Jurassic Park or Jurassic World. This fits the Summer Reading Program theme: Unearth a Story. Attendees will vote on one of the films, and we will watch the winning movie together.
Popcorn and beverages will be provided, but feel free to bring their own snacks. Please be mindful about cleaning up after yourselves. Registration is required and space is limited.
This orientation session will introduce participants to laser cutting in the library. This orientation session is mandatory before patrons can schedule time to use the laser cutter.
Every session is a hands-on adventure where tweens create, explore, and innovate using STEAM principles.
This program is for children 8-12. Online registration required.
Parent/Guardian attendance is required at this program.
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.
Come join Baldwin Boettcher’s Tween Book Club! For our May meeting, we’re reading Mermaid Scales and the Town of Sand by Yoko Komori.
Each month, we dive into a new book, share our thoughts with new friends, and wrap it up with fun, hands-on activities.