We can help with your book discussion group. The Library has multiple copies of many great selections and award winning books, and can provide titles in various formats. Book discussion groups can also get extended loans.
We also provide book discussion guides to help you lead your discussion. Be sure to register your book group with us to get advance notice about special author events. Senior residences are welcome too. Contact amarrocolla@fergusonlibrary.org to register or for other information.
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Helpful Links for Book Groups
BookBrowse - Discover top picks for book clubs, with author read-alikes and practical advise on how to lead a successful discussion.
Reading Group Choices – Advice on how to start a reading group, with top book group favorites and commentaries.
Reading Group Guides – Recommended new releases for book groups, and insightful discussion guides.
Books in Print – Includes thousands of book reviews, excerpts from books, and a new reader’s advisory tool, “Fiction Connection.”
Lit Lovers – Reviews and reading guides, with a list of the most popular book club titles.
Novelist Plus – Contains reviews of both fiction and nonfiction, plot summaries, and book discussion guides.
Upcoming Book Discussions
Storytime with Sarah, an Italian-American Heritage Month Program
Storytime with Sarah, an Italian-American Heritage Month Program
Community volunteers will lead this special storytime featuring rich and enchanting tales that celebrate Italian Americans and Italian-American Heritage Month.
All ages.
Registration appreciated.
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Book Discussion via Zoom: James by Percival Everett
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Book Discussion via Zoom: James by Percival Everett
James by Percival Everett
Preschool Storytime & Craft
Storytime featuring stories, rhymes, movement activities and a simple craft all in preparation for school readiness. This special event will be animal-themed, so wear your favorite animal gear or bring your stuffed animal!
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.
Stamford Advocate Archives Workshop
Learn how to gain free access and navigate the Stamford Advocate collection of historical archives going as far back as 1892.
Spanish Book Discussion: Un verdor terrible de Benjamín Labatut
Spanish Book Discussion: Un verdor terrible de Benjamín Labatut
Un verdor terrible de Benjamín Tabatut