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Spanish Book Discussion: La literatura nazi en América de Roberto Bolaño

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

La literatura nazi en América de Roberto Bolaño

Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Books & Reading
Event Details:

La literatura nazi en América de Roberto Bolaño

This event is in the "Virtual" group

TechXel Stamford Venture Expert Series via Zoom / Social Media

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Business & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

TechXel Stamford Venture Expert Series
Giulia Gambale, Founder, She So Social, and Co-Founder, Agents of Branding
Social Media

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Careers
Event Details:

TechXel Stamford Venture Expert Series
Giulia Gambale, Founder, She So Social, and Co-Founder, Agents of Branding
Social Media

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Documentary Screening: The Hobby: Tales from the Tabletop

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Adults

Screening of the documentary, The Hobby: Tales from the Tabletop, an exploration of the passionate world of modern board gaming and the enthusiasts who find community by playing (and making) games.

Teens and adults.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Screening of the documentary, The Hobby: Tales from the Tabletop, an exploration of the passionate world of modern board gaming and the enthusiasts who find community by playing (and making) games.

Teens and adults.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Play Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, February 12, 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

Access Health CT Insurance Enrollment

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Third Floor Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Families, Adults

Representatives from Access Health CT will be at the library every Friday to enroll members in the health insurance marketplace.

Register here to make an appointment.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Rotary Room
Age Group: Families, Adults
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Representatives from Access Health CT will be at the library every Friday to enroll members in the health insurance marketplace.

Register here to make an appointment.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Storytime Stomp

Friday, February 13, 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

Little Picassos Art Club

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Families

Get ready to learn, paint, draw and get a little messy.

During each session, children will explore the work of a different artist and create their own masterpiece. 

Ages 2 and older. 

Registration required.

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

Get ready to learn, paint, draw and get a little messy.

During each session, children will explore the work of a different artist and create their own masterpiece. 

Ages 2 and older. 

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

Movies That Build Community Series: BlacKkKlansman, an Avon on Tour and Black History Month Program

Friday, February 13, 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 2018 film BlacKkKlansman, 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 2018 film BlacKkKlansman, 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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Free Tax Assistance

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Community Room at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Tax Help
Age Group:
Adults

Volunteers from AARP will offer help with federal and state income tax returns. 

Bring all 2025 tax documents and a copy of your 2024 tax returns.

Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tax Help
Event Details:

Volunteers from AARP will offer help with federal and state income tax returns. 

Bring all 2025 tax documents and a copy of your 2024 tax returns.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Sketching 101: An Artist Workshop for the Teen Art Contest 2026

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Learn some sketching basics from professional artist Wes Bernadel, then work on your submission for the 2026 Teen Art Contest for the upcoming Summer Learning Program.

Art supplies will be provided.

Grades 5 to 12.

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, Lectures & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn some sketching basics from professional artist Wes Bernadel, then work on your submission for the 2026 Teen Art Contest for the upcoming Summer Learning Program.

Art supplies will be provided.

Grades 5 to 12.

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, February 14, 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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Valentine's Day Charcuterie Board Making Class

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an exclusive Valentine's Day charcuterie board class with Michelle Wheeler, where you'll learn how to create a beautiful charcuterie board and take home your creation.

Space is limited, first-come, first-served. 

Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends Events
Event Details:

Join us for an exclusive Valentine's Day charcuterie board class with Michelle Wheeler, where you'll learn how to create a beautiful charcuterie board and take home your creation.

Space is limited, first-come, first-served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Engage Your Core: Mat Pilates

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ann M. Sexton Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

A fun, energizing mat Pilates class that blends strength, flexibility, deep breathing and mindful movement. Props and modifications provided for all levels.

Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own mat and water bottle.

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

A fun, energizing mat Pilates class that blends strength, flexibility, deep breathing and mindful movement. Props and modifications provided for all levels.

Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own mat and water bottle.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Silent Book Club

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library-wide at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Join us for our very own chapter of the Silent Book Club (SBC), a community of readers and introverts with 300 chapters around the world who gather in person and online to read together in quiet camaraderie.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our very own chapter of the Silent Book Club (SBC), a community of readers and introverts with 300 chapters around the world who gather in person and online to read together in quiet camaraderie.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Baby Winter Formal

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

Dust off those tiny bowties and velvet dresses for an afternoon of dancing, crafts and snacks.

Ages 18 months to 4 years.

Registration appreciated.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dust off those tiny bowties and velvet dresses for an afternoon of dancing, crafts and snacks.

Ages 18 months to 4 years.

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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group

LGBTQ+ Social Book Club

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library-wide at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Discuss what books you are reading, make connections and enjoy a tasty treat. Those who identify as LGBTQIA+ as well as allies are welcome.

Registration appreciated.

Presented in partnership with Stamford Pride.

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

Discuss what books you are reading, make connections and enjoy a tasty treat. Those who identify as LGBTQIA+ as well as allies are welcome.

Registration appreciated.

Presented in partnership with Stamford Pride.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Bhasha Dibosh (Celebration of International Mother Language Day)

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

International Mother Language Day honors the beauty and diversity of languages worldwide, promoting cultural and linguistic heritage. It is to commemorate the anniversary of the da...

Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

International Mother Language Day honors the beauty and diversity of languages worldwide, promoting cultural and linguistic heritage.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Beyblade Workshop

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)

Learn about Beyblade, the competitive spinning top game that is popular in Japan.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about Beyblade, the competitive spinning top game that is popular in Japan.

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 (Reopening Winter 2026)" 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 Presidents Day

All Day
Main Library, Harry Bennett Branch, South End Branch (Reopening Winter 2026), Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch, West Side Branch, Bookmobile, Outreach, Virtual, System-Wide
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Harry Bennett Branch, South End Branch (Reopening Winter 2026), Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch, West Side Branch, Bookmobile, Outreach, Virtual, System-Wide
This event is in the "Main Library" group

Sing & Stomp

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)

Drop in for a song and dance party featuring rhymes and great children's music.

Ages 18 months to 4 years.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in for a song and dance party featuring rhymes and great children's music.

Ages 18 months to 4 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Virtual" group

Let's Talk: New Students Level Evaluation via Zoom

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

New students will be assigned to a group.

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

New students will be assigned to a group.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Community Mindfulness Project: Meditation

Tuesday, February 17, 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 "Virtual" group

Let’s Talk: High Beginner Level via Zoom

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Join the conversation here; use the same login each week.

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

Join the conversation here; use the same login each week.

This event is in the "Virtual" group

Let’s Talk: Low Intermediate Level via Zoom

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
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.