Sunshine Storytime
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Listen to stories and dance to songs, led by children’s library staff. Geared towards ages 4 & up, but all children who can safely and actively participate are welcome. Wednesdays, […]
Event Category: Storytime
Big Hearts Book Club ~ September: Homeless Pets
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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 […]
Storytime with Aaron
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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 11:00am. All ages. Drop-ins welcome (no need to register).
Autumn Sensory Storytime
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Explore autumn using all your senses! See the vibrant colors of the leaves, smell the pine cones and branches, touch fuzzy and prickly flowers, hear the rustle and crunch of […]
Storytime with Hesch
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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 11:00am. All ages. Drop-ins welcome (no need to register).
A Terrible Place for a Nest by Sara Levine ~ Author Visit & Free Book
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Listen to the author read her book about a bird that builds its nest in a precarious position, and the child who wants to help it. Learn about the different […]
Babytime
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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 […]
Storytime with Mimi
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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.
Big Hearts Book Club ~ October: New Sibling
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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 […]
Guilford Comic Con
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Are you a grownup who loves superheroes and Harry Potter? Are you a kid who loves anime and gaming? Are you a big LEGO enthusiast? Do you love to dress up as your favorite pop culture character? No matter who you are or what fandom you belong to, you’re sure to have fun at our free all-day event for lovers of comics, pop culture, sci-fi, fantasy, games, and more! Free and open to all ages! Drop-in for an hour or stay for the entire day! Check back in the next couple of weeks for a full list of events.
One on Ones Autumn Session
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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 21st to December 2nd […]
Time for Twos Autumn Session
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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 22nd to […]
Thanksgiving Story & Craft
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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. Wednesday, […]
Tellabration!
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Celebrate the magic of storytelling at our annual Tellabration! Featuring renowned storyteller Carol Glynn from the Connecticut Storytelling Center, this program will have kids enraptured by tales of adventure and […]
Big Hearts Book Club ~ November:
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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 […]
Big Hearts Book Club ~ December:
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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 […]
Solstice Celebration
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Celebrate the beginning of winter on the shortest day of the year with stories, crafts, and activities for the whole family.
Hanukkah Fun (Story & Music)
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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) […]