Explore Spooky Side Of Stratford History At Library Event

Via the Stratford Library: STRATFORD, CT — The Stratford Lifelong Learners, a joint initiative of the Stratford Library and Stratford Senior Services, continue their series of special programs with “Supernatural Stratford” with Historian Dave Wright at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29. The Lifelong Learners is a group of community individuals age 50-plus who meet for interesting opportunities and stimulating events and present a series of programs on a variety of topics throughout the year. Events alternate between the Stratford Library (2203 Main St.) and Raymond E. Baldwin Center (1000 W. Broad St.) in Stratford.

With nearly 400 years of written history, Stratford has had its fair share of brushes with the supernatural. From demons being released from the earth during American Indian powwows and mermaids brushing their hair on local beaches to objects flying through the air of their own accord during Sunday dinner and real-life residents like Goody Bassett being hung for witchcraft, there are no shortage of scary stories in town. Wright will explore some of what has made Stratford a haven for ghost hunters and paranormal seekers in this lively program, special for the Halloween holiday.

“Supernatural Stratford” will be held in the Lovell Room of the Stratford Library. It is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Stratford Library Adult Services Department at 203-385-4164.