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 19th-November 23rd from 9:30-10:30am. […]
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. […]
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 6th 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. […]
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 […]
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.
This beginner chess class for kids welcomes anyone ages 5-10 who is interested in learning how to play the classic board game of chess. No prior knowledge or experience required. […]
This program is for infants, birth through 11 months, and parent/caregiver. Discuss developmental topics while your babies play together, hear a story, and meet other families, followed by playtime. Free […]
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.
Relax and read with Newman! 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 […]
One Saturday each month, come to the library to learn about local & global animals & plants and meet wildlife/animals. Our Loeb’s Weekend Wildlife series aims to broaden understanding of […]
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 […]
Calling all tweens interested in cooking and baking, and those who want to bring something to your family’s Thanksgiving dinner table this year! Come to Beginner Bakers to learn to […]
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. Ages 6 to 9. Tuesday, […]
Come one, come all to our all-ages board game night! We will feature popular board games to play such as Catan, Jenga, Connect 4, The Game of Life, Sorry!, Wingspan, Ticket to Ride, Disney Villianous, and lots more.
This program is drop-in–all are welcome, no need to register, but children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Celebrate the magic of storytelling at our annual Tellabration! Featuring a great performer from the Connecticut Storytelling Center, Meris Palmer, this program will have kids enraptured by tales of adventure […]
Join author Lauren Tarshis for a presentation and Q&A on her I Survived series at the Guilford Free Library! Registered participants will receive a free copy of her newest I […]
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).
One Saturday each month, come to the library to learn about local & global animals & plants and meet wildlife/animals. Our Loeb’s Weekend Wildlife series aims to broaden understanding of […]
Celebrate the beginning of winter on the shortest day of the year with stories, crafts, and activities for the whole family.
Are you interested in sewing but afraid of the machine, unsure how to thread it, and have no clue what all those wheels are for?! You’re in luck! Join us […]
Kenny Epstein is a music man with a passion for children’s songs. Sing along with Ken as he plays your favorite early childhood music on his guitar and sings. Ken […]
While it’s good to go to the library any day, Take Your Child To The Library Day is a special nationwide celebration of all things library! This national initiative started here in Connecticut to encourage people everywhere to see all the things the library has to offer for children of all ages. This year, Guilford Free Library is hosting a Spinderella Storytime, with everyone’s favorite giant plush spider and mascot of the children’s room, Spinderella. Saturday, February 6th from 10:00-11:00am.
