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Access Health CT

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Third Floor Rotary Room at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Access Health CT is ConnectiCare’s official health insurance marketplace. We offer free, year-round, in-person assistance to help individuals and families apply for coverage, renew...

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

Access Health CT is ConnectiCare’s official health insurance marketplace. We offer free, year-round, in-person assistance to help individuals and families apply for coverage, renew plans, and understand their health insurance options.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Study Course

Thursday, April 23, 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.

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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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group
Seniors

Support for Seniors and Their Loved Ones

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Presentation of the Caring & Support for Seniors and Their Loved Ones workshop, led by experienced professionals in caregiving, healthcare advocacy, case management, insurance planning and daytime senior care, offers practical advice to today’

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presentation of the Caring & Support for Seniors and Their Loved Ones workshop, led by experienced professionals in caregiving, healthcare advocacy, case management, insurance planning and daytime senior care, offers practical advice to today’

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Kindergarten Prep

Kindergarten Prep

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Community, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-2)

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.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Kids (grades K-2)
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community, 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.

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 "West Side Branch" group
Preschool Matinee WS

Preschool Movie Matinee

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
West Side Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Community, Music & Concerts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

Enjoy picture book videos of beloved children’s classics.

Ages 18 months to 5 years.

Snacks will be served.

Registration appreciated.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community, Music & Concerts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy picture book videos of beloved children’s classics.

Ages 18 months to 5 years.

Snacks will be served.

Registration appreciated.

This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Adult Crafting: Diamond Art Hummingbird Plant Stake

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults

Create a hummingbird plant stake using tiny gems. Supplies will be provided.

Registration required.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a hummingbird plant stake using tiny gems. Supplies will be provided.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Dungeons & Dragons

YA Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, April 23, 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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group
Sing and Stomp

Storytime Stomp

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Families

Drop in and stomp around while enjoying stories, songs and movement.

All ages.

Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in and stomp around while enjoying stories, songs and movement.

All ages.

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Career

Open Lab: Resume Assistance

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Business & Careers
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Use our technology lab for one-on-one help creating, formatting and proofreading a resume. Bring a written or digital copy of your resume.

Teens and adults.

Registration appreciated.

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

Use our technology lab for one-on-one help creating, formatting and proofreading a resume. Bring a written or digital copy of your resume.

Teens and adults.

Registration appreciated.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Dungeons & Dragons

Play Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, April 23, 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.

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
Beverly Gage

An Evening with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Beverly Gage, Author of This Land is Your Land, a Ferguson Celebrates the USA at 250 Program

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Author Events
Age Group:
Adults

Kick-off of the Ferguson Library's Celebration of the USA at 250 with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Beverly Gage, who will discuss her new book, This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip Through U.S. History.

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

Kick-off of the Ferguson Library's Celebration of the USA at 250 with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Beverly Gage, who will discuss her new book, This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip Through U.S. History.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Babytime

Babytime

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
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.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: 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 sponsored by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group
Sing and Stomp

Storytime Stomp

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-2), Families

Drop in to stomp around while enjoying stories, songs and movement.

All ages.

Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-2), Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in to stomp around while enjoying stories, songs and movement.

All ages.

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.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group
Ian Gill with Searchin for Billie

Meet Ian Gill, Author of Searching for Billie

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Author Events
Age Group:
Adults

Meet author Ian Gill, who will discuss his book, Searching for Billie, a memoir that explores the life of his mother, Billie, a Chinese-Eurasian woman who thrived as a broadcaster in 1930s Shanghai and Hong Kong befo

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet author Ian Gill, who will discuss his book, Searching for Billie, a memoir that explores the life of his mother, Billie, a Chinese-Eurasian woman who thrived as a broadcaster in 1930s Shanghai and Hong Kong befo

This event is in the "Main Library" group
STEMfluence

STEMfluence

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Ann M. Sexton Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8)

Calling all aspiring creators and future engineers to put their skills to the test building towers, bridges and unique structures. 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ann M. Sexton Board Room
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all aspiring creators and future engineers to put their skills to the test building towers, bridges and unique structures. 

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group
42

Movies that Build Community: 42, an Avon on Tour Program

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 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 2013 drama, 42, 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 2013 drama, 42, 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 "South End Branch" group

Evening of Poetry & Jazz

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library-wide at South End Branch
Program Type:
Music & Concerts
Age Group:
Adults

An evening of smooth jazz and the spoken word to celebrate National Poetry Month with Richard "Cookie" Thomas and featured poet, Sahmra Sawyer.

Snacks will be served.

Library Branch: South End Branch
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Concerts
Event Details:

An evening of smooth jazz and the spoken word to celebrate National Poetry Month with Richard "Cookie" Thomas and featured poet, Sahmra Sawyer.

Snacks will be served.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Kids Free Literacy Screening

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:30pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-2), Parents, Families

Trained teachers from The Windward School will screen children on reading and language skills. Families will learn about their child's reading skill development, areas of need and considerations for school and home.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-2), Parents, Families
Program Type: Language & Education
Event Details:

Trained teachers from The Windward School will screen children on reading and language skills. Families will learn about their child's reading skill development, areas of need and considerations for school and home.

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.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group
Read Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy Dog

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Story Circle at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)

Practice your reading skills by reading to a trained therapy dog.

Bring a favorite book or pick one from the library to read to Zack, our beloved therapy dog.

Ages 5 to 12.

 

Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Story Circle
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Books & Reading
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills by reading to a trained therapy dog.

Bring a favorite book or pick one from the library to read to Zack, our beloved therapy dog.

Ages 5 to 12.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Zumba Pamela

Zumba Dance Party

Saturday, April 25, 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
Pilates

Engage Your Core: Mat Pilates

Saturday, April 25, 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
Teens

TMAD: Teen Volunteers

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Teens Making a Difference program, where you learn about upcoming events, share reading suggestions, get free books, participate in a show-and-tell, and make a difference in the community. Participation counts as volunteer work.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens Making a Difference program, where you learn about upcoming events, share reading suggestions, get free books, participate in a show-and-tell, and make a difference in the community. Participation counts as volunteer work.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group

La Tertulia de Stamford Club de Libro (Book Club)

Sunday, April 26, 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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group
Family Storytime

Storytime with Sarah

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Circle at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

Storytime featuring stories, rhymes and movement activities.

Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver.

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Story Circle
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Storytime featuring stories, rhymes and movement activities.

Ages 2 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.