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Sci-Fi Book Club: Dune by Frank Herbert

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Third Floor Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club/Discussion, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Dune by Frank Herbert
 
Set on the desert planet Arrakis, Dune is the story
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Book Club/Discussion, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:
Dune by Frank Herbert
 
Set on the desert planet Arrakis, Dune is the story
This event is in the "Main Library" group

Baby Social Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 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 to get to know one another.

Snacks will be served. 

For parents and caregivers of children ages newborn to 5. 

Registration appreciated.

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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 to get to know one another.

Snacks will be served. 

For parents and caregivers of children ages newborn to 5. 

Registration appreciated.

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 sponsored by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

U.S. Citizenship Study Course

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Seven-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization Test. Classes will be held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Students must read, write and comprehend basic English. 

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Seven-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization Test. Classes will be held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Students must read, write and comprehend basic English. 

Registration required.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

YA Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)

An exciting afternoon of adventure playing Dungeons & Dragons, where you'll join a band of fantastical heroes who brave dangerous situations with swords, spells, and wits.

Ages 16 to 18.

Registration appreciated.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

An exciting afternoon of adventure playing Dungeons & Dragons, where you'll join a band of fantastical heroes who brave dangerous situations with swords, spells, and wits.

Ages 16 to 18.

Registration appreciated.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Play Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, May 14, 2026 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.

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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

Movies that Build Community: The Shape of Water, an Avon on Tour Program

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances, Non-library Event
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Screening of the 2017 drama, The Shape of Water, part of the Avon on Tour: Movies That Build Community program of film screenings at the Ferguson Library while the Avon undergoes renovations.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Non-library Event
Event Details:

Screening of the 2017 drama, The Shape of Water, part of the Avon on Tour: Movies That Build Community program of film screenings at the Ferguson Library while the Avon undergoes renovations.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

CrimeCONN 2026: Pick Your Poison

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 8:30am - 5:00pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Books & Reading, Community, Lectures & Workshops, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Friends of the Ferguson Library, in partnership with Mystery Writers of America (MWA) – New York Chapter, present CrimeCONN 2026, Connecticut’s own one-day mystery lovers' conference.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Community, Lectures & Workshops, Special Event
Event Details:

The Friends of the Ferguson Library, in partnership with Mystery Writers of America (MWA) – New York Chapter, present CrimeCONN 2026, Connecticut’s own one-day mystery lovers' conference.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Kindergarten Prep

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Community, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

Let's get ready for Kindergarten: Enjoy a story time and practice counting, reciting the alphabet, basic sign language, coloring, shapes and handwriting to build confidence. 

Ages 3 to 5.

Registration required.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community, Special Event, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's get ready for Kindergarten: Enjoy a story time and practice counting, reciting the alphabet, basic sign language, coloring, shapes and handwriting to build confidence. 

Ages 3 to 5.

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Zumba Dance Party

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Ann M. Sexton 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 your own water bottle.

Teens and adults.

 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ann M. Sexton 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 your own water bottle.

Teens and adults.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Engage Your Core: Mat Pilates

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ann M. Sexton Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Personal growth and health coach Leigh Bochicchio leads a fun, energizing mat Pilates class that blends strength, flexibility, deep breathing and mindful movement.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ann M. Sexton Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Personal growth and health coach Leigh Bochicchio leads a fun, energizing mat Pilates class that blends strength, flexibility, deep breathing and mindful movement.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

La Tertulia de Stamford Club de Libro (Book Club)

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ann M. Sexton Board Room at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Book Club - Meets two Sundays each month to discuss world literature in general, with a special focus on Latin American Literature.Event is not open to the public.

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

Book Club - Meets two Sundays each month to discuss world literature in general, with a special focus on Latin American Literature.

Event is not open to the public.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Computer Science Club

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Third Floor Technology Center (w/ workstations) at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops, Special Event, Technology
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Learn the basics of coding and applications available to you for your future success with Alisha, Savera and Sami, highly motivated students ready to share, explore and learn about the computer science field.

Ages 12 and older.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (w/ workstations)
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops, Special Event, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of coding and applications available to you for your future success with Alisha, Savera and Sami, highly motivated students ready to share, explore and learn about the computer science field.

Ages 12 and older.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Rescheduled - New Date in June TBD. Shades of Truth Theatre Presents The People Freedom Forgot

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Shades of Truth Theatre is proud to present its latest production, The People Freedom Forgot, a play about the legacy of Juneteenth, written and directed by Michael Green. 

Cancelled
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Special Event
Event Details:

Shades of Truth Theatre is proud to present its latest production, The People Freedom Forgot, a play about the legacy of Juneteenth, written and directed by Michael Green. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

U.S. Citizenship Study Course

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Seven-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization Test. Classes will be held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Students must read, write and comprehend basic English. 

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Seven-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization Test. Classes will be held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Students must read, write and comprehend basic English. 

Registration required.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Kids Let's Talk

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5)

Practice your conversational skills in a group.

All levels welcome.

Grades 2 to 5.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Language & Education
Event Details:

Practice your conversational skills in a group.

All levels welcome.

Grades 2 to 5.

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 sponsored by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Community Mindfulness Project: Meditation

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ann M. Sexton Board Room 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: Ann M. Sexton Board Room
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

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

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 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

Association of BellTel Retirees 2026 Annual Member Meeting

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Ann M. Sexton Board Room at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

The Association of BellTel Retirees' Annual Member Meeting is a great way to stay informed about the latest retirement security issues, to connect with friends and former colleague...

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

The Association of BellTel Retirees' Annual Member Meeting is a great way to stay informed about the latest retirement security issues, to connect with friends and former colleagues, and to engage and be involved directly with your Association.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Age Well: A Community Resource Center for Seniors from SilverSource

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
First Floor Lobby 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: First Floor Lobby
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

Getting More Out of Google

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Learn why Google search isn't what it used to be, how you can make it more useful and whether it can really be used to play Pac-Man.

Teens and adults.

Registration required.

 

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn why Google search isn't what it used to be, how you can make it more useful and whether it can really be used to play Pac-Man.

Teens and adults.

Registration required.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

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.

Ages 12 and older.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
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.

Ages 12 and older.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

CT Public presents Where We Read with Robert M. Dowling, author of Coyote: The Dramatic Lives of Sam Shepard

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Community, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

A conversation with professor and author Robert M. Dowling, who will discuss his biography, Coyote: The Dramatic Lives of Sam Shepard, the story of the theater and film icon.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Community, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

A conversation with professor and author Robert M. Dowling, who will discuss his biography, Coyote: The Dramatic Lives of Sam Shepard, the story of the theater and film icon.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Improv Acting for Adults

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Improv, or improvisation acting, is live theater where actors work together to create stories on the spot.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Improv, or improvisation acting, is live theater where actors work together to create stories on the spot.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

U.S. Citizenship Study Course

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Seven-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization Test. Classes will be held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Students must read, write and comprehend basic English. 

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Seven-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization Test. Classes will be held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Students must read, write and comprehend basic English. 

Registration required.