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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Curious Creators

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5)

A hands-on STEAM adventure where young minds explore science, technology, engineering, art and math through experiments and creative projects.

Ages 3 and older with an accompanying caregiver. 

Registration required.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

A hands-on STEAM adventure where young minds explore science, technology, engineering, art and math through experiments and creative projects.

Ages 3 and older with an accompanying caregiver. 

Registration required.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Nature Exploration

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawn at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Families

An outdoor event focused on nature, where children and caregivers can explore and learn about the environment through simple activities like leaf collection, nature-based art and guided walks.

Ages newborn to 10.

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

An outdoor event focused on nature, where children and caregivers can explore and learn about the environment through simple activities like leaf collection, nature-based art and guided walks.

Ages newborn to 10.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Building Bonanza

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Knit & Needles: Knitting Gathering

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library-wide at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults

Work on your own knitting and crocheting projects in the company of others.

Registration appreciated.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Work on your own knitting and crocheting projects in the company of others.

Registration appreciated.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Building Bonanza

Tuesday, July 1, 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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Tuesday Night Trivia

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults

Learn facts, share laughs and win prizes during our weekly Tuesday Trivia Nights.

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

Snacks will be served.

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn facts, share laughs and win prizes during our weekly Tuesday Trivia Nights.

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

Snacks will be served.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Little Picassos Art Club

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5)

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

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

Ages 2 and older. 

Registration required.

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

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

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Building Bonanza

Tuesday, July 8, 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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Stuffie Sleepover: Storytime and Craft

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Children's Room at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Books & Reading, Crafts, Games & Making, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5)

Bring a special stuffie that is no bigger than a shoebox to spend the night at the library. We will read stories, then make beds for your stuffie. We will also share photos of all the fun they have when the library is closed.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Books & Reading, Crafts, Games & Making, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring a special stuffie that is no bigger than a shoebox to spend the night at the library. We will read stories, then make beds for your stuffie. We will also share photos of all the fun they have when the library is closed.

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

Color in 3D With Quiver

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Side Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making, Technology
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Use iPads and the Quiver app to create an augmented reality coloring sheet that you can see in 3D.

Grades 5 to 12.

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), 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 iPads and the Quiver app to create an augmented reality coloring sheet that you can see in 3D.

Grades 5 to 12.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Cookies & Coloring

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families, Adults

Enjoy an hour of relaxation through the meditative act of coloring. Cookies will be served; supplies will be provided.

Ages 5 and older.

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families, Adults
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy an hour of relaxation through the meditative act of coloring. Cookies will be served; supplies will be provided.

Ages 5 and older.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Adult Tie-Dye Night

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lawn at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults

Design a tie-dyed canvas tote bag or a drawstring backpack, which make great gifts, beach bags or totes to carry your summer reading books. Supplies and basic design ideas and instructions will be provided.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Lawn
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design a tie-dyed canvas tote bag or a drawstring backpack, which make great gifts, beach bags or totes to carry your summer reading books. Supplies and basic design ideas and instructions will be provided.

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.

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.

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.

Register
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

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.

Register
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

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.

Register
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

Chess Club

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Learn everything there is to know about this game of skill and strategy from instructor Alex Eydelman.

Beginners welcome.

Ages 7 and older.

Registration required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn everything there is to know about this game of skill and strategy from instructor Alex Eydelman.

Beginners welcome.

Ages 7 and older.

Registration required.

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

Messy Artists

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Families

Stay after Outdoor Storytime for a fun art-filled activity.

Bring smocks or wear clothes you won't mind getting dirty.

Ages 18 months to 4 years with an accompanying caregiver.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

Stay after Outdoor Storytime for a fun art-filled activity.

Bring smocks or wear clothes you won't mind getting dirty.

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 "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 "West Side Branch" group

Color in 3D With Quiver

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Side Branch
Program Type:
Kids and Teens Summer Learning Club, Crafts, Games & Making, Technology
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)

Use iPads and the Quiver app to create an augmented reality coloring sheet that you can see in 3D.

Grades 5 to 12.

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), 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 iPads and the Quiver app to create an augmented reality coloring sheet that you can see in 3D.

Grades 5 to 12.

Registration required.

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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

Tuesday Night Trivia

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room at Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Program Type:
Adult Summer Reading, Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults

Learn facts, share laughs and win prizes during our weekly Tuesday Trivia Nights.

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

Snacks will be served.

Registration required.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn facts, share laughs and win prizes during our weekly Tuesday Trivia Nights.

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

Snacks will be served.

Registration required.

This event is in the "West Side Branch" group

Teen Quilting Club

Wednesday, July 16, 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.