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Teen Quilting

Teen Quilting Club

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Side Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Join the teen quilting club and learn how to create patterns, hand sew and finish a lap quilt, wall hanging or blanket. 

Program lasts until August 13 or until your project is completed.

Supplies will be provided.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the teen quilting club and learn how to create patterns, hand sew and finish a lap quilt, wall hanging or blanket. 

Program lasts until August 13 or until your project is completed.

Supplies will be provided.

SilverSource logo

Age Well: A Community Resource Center for Seniors from SilverSource

Wednesday, July 30, 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?

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Thursday, July 31, 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.

CT Bar Association

Lawyers in Libraries

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Second Floor Study Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults

If your case involves Landlord/Tenant, Immigration, Family, Employment or any other areas of legal concern, a volunteer attorney is available to meet with you for 20 minutes.

Please bring any relevant paperwork regarding your case.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Second Floor Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

If your case involves Landlord/Tenant, Immigration, Family, Employment or any other areas of legal concern, a volunteer attorney is available to meet with you for 20 minutes.

Please bring any relevant paperwork regarding your case.

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
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: Community
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults.

Magical Beasts

Nature Camp: Magical Beasts and Where to Find Them

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Special Event
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Families

Meet animals from common fairy tales as well as those from our favorite stories that seem like they are made up. 

All ages. 

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Families
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet animals from common fairy tales as well as those from our favorite stories that seem like they are made up. 

All ages. 

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

Podcasting

Teen Podcast Club

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Third Floor Technology Center (w/ workstations) at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Language & Education, Technology
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Do you have something to say? Use your voice, leadership training, and communication skills to develop a podcast program for the Ferguson Library community.

Grades 5 to 12.

Registration required.

Register
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: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Language & Education, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have something to say? Use your voice, leadership training, and communication skills to develop a podcast program for the Ferguson Library community.

Grades 5 to 12.

Registration required.

Music & Dance Blast

Friday Music & Dance Blast: Line Dancing

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library-wide at South End Branch at Waterside
Program Type:
Community, Music & Concerts
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate the end of the work week with line dancing with Lorrie Goings.

Snacks will be served.

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

Celebrate the end of the work week with line dancing with Lorrie Goings.

Snacks will be served.

Concert for Peace

Concert for Peace

Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Community, Music & Concerts, Special Event
Age Group:
All ages

Enjoy music, dancing and singing during special performances the Amazonas Cultural Ballet of Bolivia; the Stamford Jazz Band for Peace, featuring Jim Clark, David Durrell, Walter Custodio, Paco Godoy and Nathaly Palacios; singer Karen Bravo, compo

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Community, Music & Concerts, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy music, dancing and singing during special performances the Amazonas Cultural Ballet of Bolivia; the Stamford Jazz Band for Peace, featuring Jim Clark, David Durrell, Walter Custodio, Paco Godoy and Nathaly Palacios; singer Karen Bravo, compo

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
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: Community
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults.

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
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: Community
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults.

Improv Jam

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Community, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Learn the basics of improv through games and practice. No experience necessary.

Teens and adults.

Registration appreciated. 

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Community, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of improv through games and practice. No experience necessary.

Teens and adults.

Registration appreciated. 

Ballroom

Ballroom Dance Workshop

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Arts, Movies & Performances, Community, Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Learn to dance like a pro with instructor Simone Assboeck, who will lead a four-part workshop covering the basic steps of the spicy salsa and the cheeky cha-cha!

Singles welcome; partners will be rotated.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Arts, Movies & Performances, Community, Lectures & Workshops
Event Details:

Learn to dance like a pro with instructor Simone Assboeck, who will lead a four-part workshop covering the basic steps of the spicy salsa and the cheeky cha-cha!

Singles welcome; partners will be rotated.

Let's Talk

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

Tuesday, August 5, 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.

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
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: Community
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults.

Teen Quilting

Teen Quilting Club

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Side Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Join the teen quilting club and learn how to create patterns, hand sew and finish a lap quilt, wall hanging or blanket. 

Program lasts until August 13 or until your project is completed.

Supplies will be provided.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the teen quilting club and learn how to create patterns, hand sew and finish a lap quilt, wall hanging or blanket. 

Program lasts until August 13 or until your project is completed.

Supplies will be provided.

SilverSource logo

Age Well: A Community Resource Center for Seniors from SilverSource

Wednesday, August 6, 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?

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
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: Community
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults.

Parents Social

Baby Social Club

Thursday, August 7, 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 Help for Kids.

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 Help for Kids.

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.

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
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: Community
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults.

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
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: Community
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults.

Healing Drum Circle

Healing Drum Circle

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South End ROOM HOLD at South End Branch at Waterside
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults

A meditative gathering dedicated to healing the wounds of racism and supporting equity activism.

Facilitated by Evelyn Avoglia.

Library Branch: South End Branch at Waterside
Room: South End ROOM HOLD
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

A meditative gathering dedicated to healing the wounds of racism and supporting equity activism.

Facilitated by Evelyn Avoglia.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

Coloring & Conversation

Coloring & Conversation

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
First Floor New Materials Room at Main Library
Program Type:
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: Community
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults.

Ballroom

Ballroom Dance Workshop

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Arts, Movies & Performances, Community, Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Learn to dance like a pro with instructor Simone Assboeck, who will lead a four-part workshop covering the basic steps of the spicy salsa and the cheeky cha-cha!

Singles welcome; partners will be rotated.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Arts, Movies & Performances, Community, Lectures & Workshops
Event Details:

Learn to dance like a pro with instructor Simone Assboeck, who will lead a four-part workshop covering the basic steps of the spicy salsa and the cheeky cha-cha!

Singles welcome; partners will be rotated.