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The South End Branch, in partnership with Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut, is offering free meals for kids this summer every Wednesday through August 25. For kids up to age 18. Just drop by the South End Branch at 34 Woodland Avenue. No registration needed.

Did you miss our Friends Virtual Author Series event on July 14 with Laurie Gelman? Laurie talked about her new book, Yoga Pant Nation, the third book in the Class Mom series.

Interested in the arts? The Stamford Arts & Culture Commission is looking for input to help them develop a mission statement and strategic plan. If you want to make your voice heard about arts and culture in our community, you are invited to attend one of two public sessions on July 7 at 6 p.m. or July 11 at 4 p.m.

The Friends of Ferguson book shops have a great selection for everyone! Stop into our locations, cool off and find your next great read, or shop online. Prices are greatly discounted and all proceeds benefit the library. Your summer reading selections are waiting!

Stop in and check out the Friends Book Shop, the only independent book store in Stamford, for some great summer reads! All books available are very gently used and at modest prices, with the proceeds going to support the library. There are two convenient locations at the Main Library and Harry Bennett branch, or shop online. Click here for more information.

Here are some agencies in Stamford who are accepting teen volunteers this summer!

Literacy Volunteers of Stamford

Literacy Volunteers needs about a dozen 15-18 year olds to volunteer virtually as tutors, "friendly callers", or camp councelors. Please contact Tyler Shanafelt at tshanafelt@familycenters.org or at 203-869-4848.

Planned Parenthood

Planned Parenthood is accepting a few volunteers. Fill out the application on their website: plannedparenthood.org/get-involved or call 203-327-2722.

Did you know July 3, 2021 is National Hop-a-Park Day? Stamford has over 700 acres of parks and beaches around the city. What a perfect opportunity to get outside! Click here for a map of all the parks in the city and here for a list of things to do around Stamford. Tag us in your socials to share your adventures! 

Step back in time with another fascinating exhibit from the Stamford History Center. Streetscape, now on view in the Main Library lobby, presents images of Stamford over time, including the many neighborhoods that are part of our community. 

June is a month for celebrating our animal friends! Connecticut has many wonderful ways to learn about nature.