One on Ones
A playful time with songs and stories led by library staff for one-year-old toddlers & parents/caregivers followed by play time. Registration required. Space limited. Mondays, October 20th to November 24th […]
A playful time with songs and stories led by library staff for one-year-old toddlers & parents/caregivers followed by play time. Registration required. Space limited. Mondays, October 20th to November 24th […]
Be a super reader with Theo! Children aged 5 & up who are reading independently can sign up for a 15-minute reading slot by calling the library at (203) 453-8282 or stopping by the children’s department. Theo visits the library on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00pm. Click title for more information.
A parent-child introduction to a traditional story time with books, songs, marching, and more, led by library staff for two-year-olds & parents/caregivers. Registration required. Space limited. Tuesdays, October 21st to […]
Children aged 5 & up who are reading independently can sign up for a 15-minute reading slot by calling the library at (203) 453-8282 or stopping by the children’s department. […]
Hear a Thanksgiving story read by library staff, then create a fun and unique Thanksgiving craft with the help of long-time Guilford volunteer Linda Srebnik. We’ll make autumn-themed mason jar […]
Listen to stories and dance to songs, led by children’s library staff. Geared towards ages 3 & up, but all children who can safely and actively participate are welcome. Children […]
Are you trying to raise caring, empathetic kids but think you could use some reinforcement? Do you want to have “big ideas” conversations with your little humans but aren’t sure […]
A casual, simple storytime featuring new and classic stories read by volunteer Aaron Tessler in a quiet corner of the children’s room. One Friday a month at 10:30am. All ages. Drop-ins welcome (no need to register).
Celebrate the magic of storytelling at our annual Tellabration! Featuring Chris Cluet from the Connecticut Storytelling Center, this program will have kids enraptured by tales of adventure and humor, and […]
Anyone ages 5 & up is welcome to join us once a month for Lego Club. Build and display your creation at the library. We provide the Legos, you provide […]
Listen to a reading from the author’s non-fiction picture book, “Spark”, about a talented black inventor. Then the author will lead participants in variou science experiments. Registration is appreciated for […]
Songs, stories, felt boards, and fun with volunteer storytime reader Mimi! You’ll love her songs on flute and guitar, her hand-embroidered felt board stories, and her energetic picture book readings. Open to all ages. No need to register. Held once a month on Thursdays at 11 a.m.
Chill with Lilly and a good book! Children aged 5 & up who are reading independently can sign up for a 15-minute reading slot by calling the library at (203) […]
We all know Saint Nicholas goes around rewarding good little children with toys, but many don’t know about Krampus, the Christmas monster, who punishes bad little children by scaring them […]
A casual, simple storytime featuring new and classic stories read by volunteer Hesch Sommer in a quiet corner of the children’s room. One Monday a month at 10:30am. All ages. […]
Long-time Guilford volunteer Jodi Marra will lead children in decorating her home-baked gingerbread houses and gingerbread Christmas scenes, which will then be displayed in the library for the holiday season. […]
Are you trying to raise caring, empathetic kids but think you could use some reinforcement? Do you want to have “big ideas” conversations with your little humans but aren’t sure […]
Celebrate the sounds of Hanukkah with music for littles followed by a fun holiday craft. Presented in partnership with Shore Chadash and PJ Library. This program is best suited for […]
Have you ever wondered how Christmas traditions like decorating a Christmas tree, baking Christmas cookies, antics with elves, watching the Nutcracker, or counting down on an Advent calendar all got […]
Come hear a dramatic reading of Eric Kimmel’s book, “Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins,” with Guilford residents Julie Harris, an accomplished actor/storyteller, and Hesch Sommer D. Min, Rabbi Emeritus (retired) […]
Celebrate the beginning of winter on the shortest day of the year with stories, crafts, and activities for the whole family.
Are you trying to raise caring, empathetic kids but think you could use some reinforcement? Do you want to have “big ideas” conversations with your little humans but aren’t sure […]
Are you trying to raise caring, empathetic kids but think you could use some reinforcement? Do you want to have “big ideas” conversations with your little humans but aren’t sure […]
| Sunday | 1pm-4pm | |
| Monday | 9am-8pm | |
| Tuesday | 9am-8pm | |
| Wednesday | 9am-8pm | |
| Thursday | 9am-8pm | |
| Friday | 9am-6pm | |
| Saturday | 9am-5pm |