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Coloring & Conversation

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances, Community
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Enjoy relaxation through the meditative act of coloring and conversation. Supplies will be provided.

Teens and adults.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor New Materials Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Community
Event Details:

Enjoy relaxation through the meditative act of coloring and conversation. Supplies will be provided.

Teens and adults.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group
This event is in the "South End Branch at Waterside" group
This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group
This event is in the "West Side Branch" group
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group
This event is in the "Outreach" group
This event is in the "Virtual" group
This event is in the "System-Wide" group

All Library Facilities Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Main Library, Harry Bennett Branch, South End Branch at Waterside, Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch, West Side Branch, Bookmobile, Outreach, Virtual, System-Wide
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Harry Bennett Branch, South End Branch at Waterside, Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch, West Side Branch, Bookmobile, Outreach, Virtual, System-Wide
This event is in the "Main Library" group

Zumba Dance Party

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Third Floor Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families, Adults

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

Bring a water bottle.

Teens and adults.

 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Board Room
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families, Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, 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

Summer Scares Read-A-Thon

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Books & Reading, Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Read in a group, listen to a scary story or plug in with a Playaway.

Ages 7 and older.

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor New Materials Room
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Books & Reading, Community, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read in a group, listen to a scary story or plug in with a Playaway.

Ages 7 and older.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Coloring & Conversation

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances, Community
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Enjoy relaxation through the meditative act of coloring and conversation. Supplies will be provided.

Teens and adults.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor New Materials Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Community
Event Details:

Enjoy relaxation through the meditative act of coloring and conversation. Supplies will be provided.

Teens and adults.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Community Mindfulness Project: Meditation

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

A brief discussion about meditation practice, a guided meditation, and a chance to share and reflect.

Appropriate for all levels of practice.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A brief discussion about meditation practice, a guided meditation, and a chance to share and reflect.

Appropriate for all levels of practice.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Building Bonanza

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)

Take on one of our challenges or create anything you want using our LEGO®, Keva planks and magnetic tiles. Creations cannot be taken home.

Ages 5 and older; ages 7 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

Take on one of our challenges or create anything you want using our LEGO®, Keva planks and magnetic tiles. Creations cannot be taken home.

Ages 5 and older; ages 7 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Family Centers Social Worker at the Library

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
First Floor Lobby at Main Library
Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor Lobby
This event is in the "Main Library" group

WBDC - Child Care Networking Event (Bilingual)

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Third Floor Board Room at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Join us for a casual networking event for child care providers in Stamford! Connect, share ideas and collaborate with others in the field. It's a great chance to grow your network,...

Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Join us for a casual networking event for child care providers in Stamford! Connect, share ideas and collaborate with others in the field. It's a great chance to grow your network, discuss challenges and exchange tips. Refreshments provided.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Let's Talk: Evening Conversation Groups for English Language Learners

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Community, Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Practice your conversational skills in a group.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Language & Education
Event Details:

Practice your conversational skills in a group.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

A participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities.

Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying caregiver.

Registration required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities.

Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying caregiver.

Registration required.

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.

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Age Well: A Community Resource Center for Seniors from SilverSource

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Third Floor Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults

Do you need a benefits check-up? Wondering about your eligibility for a senior program?

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Do you need a benefits check-up? Wondering about your eligibility for a senior program?

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Connecticut Department of Revenue Services

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Business & Careers
Age Group:
All ages

The Department of Revenue Services is visiting public libraries in the state to answer questions related to Connecticut taxes and familiarize taxpayers with its new online portal myconneCT, where residents can file Connecticut tax returns, make pa

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor New Materials Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Business & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Department of Revenue Services is visiting public libraries in the state to answer questions related to Connecticut taxes and familiarize taxpayers with its new online portal myconneCT, where residents can file Connecticut tax returns, make pa

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Teen Sewing Workshop

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Four-session workshop where you'll learn how to use a sewing machine and make a tote bag and book cover. 

Register by July 9 for the whole series; earn a certificate for attending all four classes.

Grades 6 to 12.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Four-session workshop where you'll learn how to use a sewing machine and make a tote bag and book cover. 

Register by July 9 for the whole series; earn a certificate for attending all four classes.

Grades 6 to 12.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Coloring & Conversation

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances, Community
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Enjoy relaxation through the meditative act of coloring and conversation. Supplies will be provided.

Teens and adults.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor New Materials Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Community
Event Details:

Enjoy relaxation through the meditative act of coloring and conversation. Supplies will be provided.

Teens and adults.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Baby Social Club

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Parents, Families

A chance for new parents and caregivers of children ages newborn to 5 year to get to know one another.

Registration appreciated.

Presented in partnership with Stamford Cradle to Career and Sparkler.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Parents, Families
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

A chance for new parents and caregivers of children ages newborn to 5 year to get to know one another.

Registration appreciated.

Presented in partnership with Stamford Cradle to Career and Sparkler.

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.

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Art Exhibit Opening Reception: Signs of Summer

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Opening reception for the library's summer art exhibit, Signs of Summer, in partnership with the Stamford Art Association. Juried art show, featuring local and regional artists.  The exhibit will be on display until September 25.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances
Event Details:

Opening reception for the library's summer art exhibit, Signs of Summer, in partnership with the Stamford Art Association. Juried art show, featuring local and regional artists.  The exhibit will be on display until September 25.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Creating Tax Efficient Strategies in Retirement

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Third Floor Board Room at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

No cost retirement and tax efficient strategies, open to the public.

Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

No cost retirement and tax efficient strategies, open to the public.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Play Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your imagination for an exciting night of adventure playing Dungeons & Dragons. You'll join a band of fantastical heroes who brave dangerous situations with swords, spells and wits.

New players welcome.

Ages 18 and older.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your imagination for an exciting night of adventure playing Dungeons & Dragons. You'll join a band of fantastical heroes who brave dangerous situations with swords, spells and wits.

New players welcome.

Ages 18 and older.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Family Centers Social Worker at the Library

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
First Floor Lobby at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Jake Tobias, a case worker from Family Centers, will be in the library two days a week to be a resource for anyone who needs help in navigating difficult situations and to assist i...

Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor Lobby
Purpose of Meeting

Jake Tobias, a case worker from Family Centers, will be in the library two days a week to be a resource for anyone who needs help in navigating difficult situations and to assist in connecting them to appropriate services. Jake will be at a t

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Coloring & Conversation

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances, Community
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Enjoy relaxation through the meditative act of coloring and conversation. Supplies will be provided.

Teens and adults.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor New Materials Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Community
Event Details:

Enjoy relaxation through the meditative act of coloring and conversation. Supplies will be provided.

Teens and adults.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Babytime

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

A program geared for babies featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more.

Ages 18 months and younger with an accompanying caregiver.

Registration required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A program geared for babies featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more.

Ages 18 months and younger with an accompanying caregiver.

Registration required.

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.

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Minecraft Competition

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Lower Level Teen Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making, Technology
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Use our gaming computers to show off your Minecraft building skills. A librarian will judge your creativity, uniqueness and presentation.

The winner will receive a $10 gift card to 16 Handles.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Teen Area
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use our gaming computers to show off your Minecraft building skills. A librarian will judge your creativity, uniqueness and presentation.

The winner will receive a $10 gift card to 16 Handles.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Friday Flicks: The Wild Robot

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances, Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Parents, Families

Have a snack and spend the afternoon with us watching the animated film The Wild Robot. Rated PG.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Parents, Families
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club
Event Details:

Have a snack and spend the afternoon with us watching the animated film The Wild Robot. Rated PG.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.