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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 "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

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

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

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.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Book Donation Day

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
All ages

Support the library by bringing your gently used books to the Friends Book Shop.

Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Support the library by bringing your gently used books to the Friends Book Shop.

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

Zumba Dance Party

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Third Floor 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 a water bottle.

Teens and adults.

 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor 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 a water bottle.

Teens and adults.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Josie's Belly Dancing Workshop

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Add dance to your fitness routine with this class on belly dancing, a dance form originating in the Middle East often performed at celebrations and festivals. Ages 12 and older. Registration appreciated. Presented in partnership with Josie's Internat
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Community, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:
Add dance to your fitness routine with this class on belly dancing, a dance form originating in the Middle East often performed at celebrations and festivals. Ages 12 and older. Registration appreciated. Presented in partnership with Josie's Internat
This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Family Storytime

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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.

Ages 3 months to 3 years with an accompanying caregiver.

Registration required.

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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.

Ages 3 months to 3 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.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Silent Book Club

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library-wide at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

During our very own chapter meeting of the Silent Book Club (SBC), a community of readers and introverts with 300 chapters around the world, we will gather in person 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: Adult Summer Reading, Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

During our very own chapter meeting of the Silent Book Club (SBC), a community of readers and introverts with 300 chapters around the world, we will gather in person to read together in quiet camaraderie.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Friends Author Series: An Afternoon with Daniel Silva, Author of An Inside Job

Sunday, July 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Author Events
Age Group:
Adults

Meet The New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva, who will discuss his latest powerhouse thriller, An Inside Job.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Author Events
Event Details:

Meet The New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva, who will discuss his latest powerhouse thriller, An Inside Job.

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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Wee Ones @ Weed Storytime

Monday, July 14, 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)

Storytime featuring songs, stories, rhymes and movement activities.

Ages 3 and younger with an accompanying caregiver.

Registration required.

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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:

Storytime featuring songs, stories, rhymes and movement activities.

Ages 3 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.

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

Healing Drum Circle

Monday, July 14, 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.

This event is in the "Outreach" group

Outdoor Family Storytime at Latham Park

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Outreach
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, 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: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, 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 brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Sensory Storytime

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Families

An interactive and inclusive storytime that includes freedom of movement, visual aids and sensory experiences. 

Ages 3 to 6 with an accompanying caregiver. 

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: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

An interactive and inclusive storytime that includes freedom of movement, visual aids and sensory experiences. 

Ages 3 to 6 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.

This event is in the "West Side Branch" group

Teen Workshop: Interpersonal Communication

Tuesday, July 15, 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.

Register
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 "Virtual" group

Let's Talk: New Students Level Evaluation via Zoom

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults

New students will be assigned to a group.

Join the evaluation here. Use the same login each week.

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

New students will be assigned to a group.

Join the evaluation here. Use the same login each week.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Community Mindfulness Project: Meditation

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium 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: Third Floor Auditorium
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, July 15, 2025 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:

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This event is in the "Main Library" group

Building Bonanza

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)

Take on one of our challenges or create anything you want using our LEGO®, Keva planks and magnetic tiles. Creations cannot be taken home.

Ages 5 and older; ages 7 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

Take on one of our challenges or create anything you want using our LEGO®, Keva planks and magnetic tiles. Creations cannot be taken home.

Ages 5 and older; ages 7 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Family Centers Social Worker at the Library

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
First Floor Lobby at Main Library
Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor Lobby
This event is in the "Virtual" group

Let’s Talk: Low Intermediate Level via Zoom

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Crafternoon: "Paint" by Sticker Art

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Community Room at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)

Enjoy mess-free "painting" to create a stunning image one sticker at a time that you can take home. Ages 8 to 14 (grades 3-8). Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy mess-free "painting" to create a stunning image one sticker at a time that you can take home. Ages 8 to 14 (grades 3-8). Registration required.

This event is in the "Virtual" group

Let’s Talk: Advanced Level via Zoom

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
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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