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Let’s Talk: High Intermediate Level via Zoom

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

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

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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Cuddlers & Crawlers

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 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 songs, rhymes, bounces and special books. Free play and tummy time afterwards.

This program is only for pre-walking babies 12 months and younger with an accompanying caregiver. 

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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 songs, rhymes, bounces and special books. Free play and tummy time afterwards.

This program is only for pre-walking babies 12 months and younger 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.

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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Toddler Stay & Play

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Room at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

An interactive storytime with picture books, songs, rhythm chants, fingerplays and movement activities. Stay to read board books, build with blocks, and play with others. 

Ages 18 months to 3 years with an accompanying caregiver.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

An interactive storytime with picture books, songs, rhythm chants, fingerplays and movement activities. Stay to read board books, build with blocks, and play with others. 

Ages 18 months to 3 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.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Bebés Bilingües

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Story Circle at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

A Spanish-language storytime featuring picture books, rhymes and movement activities.

Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Siblings welcome.

Registration appreciated.

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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:

A Spanish-language storytime featuring picture books, rhymes and movement activities.

Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Siblings welcome.

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.

This event is in the "West Side Branch" group

Teen Quilting Club

Wednesday, July 9, 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.

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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.

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

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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 "Virtual" group

Let’s Talk: Beginner Level via Zoom

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

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

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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.

Waitlist
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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Trivia Night: Connecticut History

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you’re a history buff, a reading enthusiast, or just looking for a fun activity, this interactive trivia challenge that celebrates the history of our community is for you. 

Bring a team or form a new one when you arrive.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you’re a history buff, a reading enthusiast, or just looking for a fun activity, this interactive trivia challenge that celebrates the history of our community is for you. 

Bring a team or form a new one when you arrive.

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.

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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 "South End Branch at Waterside" group

Cuentos y Actividades: Spanish Story & Activity

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at South End Branch at Waterside
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Families

A Spanish-language experience with Ms. Gloria featuring stories, music, movement and fun that promotes native literacy.

Ages 1 to 4 with an accompanying caregiver.

Library Branch: South End Branch at Waterside
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Families
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Event Details:

A Spanish-language experience with Ms. Gloria featuring stories, music, movement and fun that promotes native literacy.

Ages 1 to 4 with an accompanying caregiver.

This event is in the "West Side Branch" group

Teen Workshop: Interpersonal Communication

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
West Side Branch
Program Type:
Business & Careers, Community, Language & Education, Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

The Greater Stamford Toastmasters will lead a four-session Youth Leadership Workshop that will help teens develop effective communication and leadership skills.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Business & Careers, Community, Language & Education, Lectures & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Greater Stamford Toastmasters will lead a four-session Youth Leadership Workshop that will help teens develop effective communication and leadership skills.

This event is in the "South End Branch at Waterside" group

Spanish Book Discussion: Catalina de Karla Cornejo Villavicencio

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Second Floor Program Room at South End Branch at Waterside
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Catalina de Karla Cornejo Villavicencio

Library Branch: South End Branch at Waterside
Room: Second Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Catalina de Karla Cornejo Villavicencio

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.

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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

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.

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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.