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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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group
The New Yorker

The New Yorker Magazine Discussion

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

All are welcome to join a friendly group discussion of the latest articles from The New Yorker

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

All are welcome to join a friendly group discussion of the latest articles from The New Yorker

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Google

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 "Virtual" group
Let's Talk

Let’s Talk: Beginner Level via Zoom

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Join the conversation here.

Use this same login each week.
 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language & Education
Event Details:

Join the conversation here.

Use this same login each week.
 

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

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 "South End Branch" group
Homework Help

After-School Homework Help

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
South End ROOM HOLD at South End Branch
Program Type:
Community, Language & Education
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)

A welcoming and supportive after‑school homework help environment designed to give students the guidance they need to succeed.

Snacks will be served.

Grades 1 to 8.

Library Branch: South End Branch
Room: South End ROOM HOLD
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Community, Language & Education
Event Details:

A welcoming and supportive after‑school homework help environment designed to give students the guidance they need to succeed.

Snacks will be served.

Grades 1 to 8.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Robert Dowling with Book

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.

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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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group
Heart the Lover

New Book Discussion: Heart the Lover

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fireplace Room at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

A friendly and relaxed discussion of the novel Heart the Lover by Lily King.

Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Fireplace Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

A friendly and relaxed discussion of the novel Heart the Lover by Lily King.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Kate

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.

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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
Citizenship

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.

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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
Mah-jongg

Mah-Jongg Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults

A free-play session of mah-jongg, the intriguing game of Chinese origin featuring 144 tile pieces.

Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

A free-play session of mah-jongg, the intriguing game of Chinese origin featuring 144 tile pieces.

This event is in the "West Side Branch" group
Preschool Matinee WS

Preschool Movie Matinee

Thursday, May 21, 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.

Register
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 "Main Library" group
Dungeons & Dragons

YA Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, May 21, 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.

Register
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
STEMfluence

STEMfluence

Friday, May 22, 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), Teens (grades 6-12)

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), Teens (grades 6-12)
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
The Right Stuff

Movies that Build Community: The Right Stuff, an Avon on Tour Program

Friday, May 22, 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 1983 drama, The Right Stuff, 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 1983 drama, The Right Stuff, 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
ROC logo

Youth Enrichment Program: Reaching Our Communities

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
South End ROOM HOLD at South End Branch
Program Type:
Community, Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

A free six-week fourth annual enrichment program of workshops focusing on life skills, mental health workshops and skill-building activities. This program will help participants grow and learn in fun and meaningful ways.

Library Branch: South End Branch
Room: South End ROOM HOLD
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Community, Lectures & Workshops
Event Details:

A free six-week fourth annual enrichment program of workshops focusing on life skills, mental health workshops and skill-building activities. This program will help participants grow and learn in fun and meaningful ways.

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

Zumba Dance Party

Saturday, May 23, 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, May 23, 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.

Register
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
This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group
This event is in the "South End Branch" 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

The Main Library Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Main Library, Harry Bennett Branch, South End Branch, Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch, West Side Branch, Bookmobile, Outreach, Virtual, System-Wide
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Harry Bennett Branch, South End Branch, Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch, West Side Branch, Bookmobile, Outreach, Virtual, System-Wide
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" 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 Memorial Day

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

Play & Read

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
South End ROOM HOLD at South End Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Community
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

A cozy play group with stories, movement and fun activities that spark the imagination.

Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. 

Ages 12 months to 4 years.

Library Branch: South End Branch
Room: South End ROOM HOLD
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community
Event Details:

A cozy play group with stories, movement and fun activities that spark the imagination.

Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. 

Ages 12 months to 4 years.

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 "Outreach" group
outdoor storytime

Outdoor Family Storytime at Latham Park

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Outreach
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Parents

Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs to this walk-in program at Latham Park, located at the nexus of Bedford, Forest and Prospect streets.

Ages 18 months to 4 years with an accompanying caregiver.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Parents
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs to this walk-in program at Latham Park, located at the nexus of Bedford, Forest and Prospect streets.

Ages 18 months to 4 years with an accompanying caregiver.

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 "Virtual" group
Let's Talk

Let's Talk: New Students Level Evaluation via Zoom

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

New students will be assigned to a group after their level evaluation.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language & Education
Event Details:

New students will be assigned to a group after their level evaluation.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Community Mindfulness New Logo

Community Mindfulness Project: Meditation

Tuesday, May 26, 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.