West Side Branch

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Welcome to the West Side Branch Library!

Our newest branch is open after school for children’s services. It is located at the Police Activities League Center, formerly the Chester Addison Community Center.

  • Sign up for a library card.
  • Borrow and return books.
  • Find a quiet place to do homework.
  • Use our computers and Wi-Fi.

Find Us

Address:

245 Selleck Street, Stamford, CT 06902
Located in the Police Activities League  (PAL) Center

Hours: 

Monday to Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m.

Phone: 

(203) 351-8420

 

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "South End Branch at Waterside" group.

Youth Enrichment Program: Reaching Our Communities

9:30am - 12:30pm
South End Branch at Waterside
Library Branch: South End Branch at Waterside
Room: South End ROOM HOLD
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Community, Lectures & Workshops
Event Details:

A free six-week enrichment program of workshops focusing on life skills, mental health workshops and the arts. This program will help participants grow and learn in fun and meaningful ways.

Breakfast will be served.

Ages 12 to 18.

This event is in the "South End Branch at Waterside" group.

Combo Yoga: Hatha and Kundalini

11:00am - 12:00pm
South End Branch at Waterside
Library Branch: South End Branch at Waterside
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Mark Covello will lead a high-energy class the combines the Hatha and Kundalini styles. 

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.

Little Gardeners Workshop

11:00am - 12:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let’s dig into gardening by planting your own cucumber seeds to take home and watch grow.

Ages 5 and older.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Zumba Dance Party

12:15pm - 1:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Board Room
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Dance your way to fitness at this weekly class with instructor Pamela Arenas. No excuses!

Bring a water bottle.

Teens and adults.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Special Event, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A supportive storytime based on Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health that takes a proactive approach to youth mental health and wellness, offering valuable insights and practical tools i

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Location Information

The West Side Branch has parking on site.

Youth Services Department: 203 351-8242