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This event is in the "Main Library" group
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.

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Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Beyblade Workshop

2:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
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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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group

LEGO® Play Day

4:00pm–4:45pm
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
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Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids (grades K-2), Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design and build your own amazing creations using Lego®.  We can take a photo of your masterpiece before you disassemble.  

Ages 5 to 12.

Registration required.

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

Tuesday Night Trivia

6:00pm–7:00pm
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
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Library Branch: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your knowledge in three different categories. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.

Participants can bring a team or form one upon arriving. 

Snacks will be served.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Canasta Club

11:00am–1:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

Pros and novices are invited to play canasta, a card game that combines elements of bridge and rummy.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

De-Stress Fest

12:30pm–2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Teen Area
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

Drop in to de-stress with your friends and enjoy snacks, games and a relaxing craft.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Littles Art Club: Jim Dine

2:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-2), Kids (grades K-5), Parents
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll explore the works of Jim Dine and create a replica of his signature heart designs. 

Ages 2 and older. 

Registration appreciated.

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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 "West Side Branch" group

Get Your Game On!

3:30pm–5:30pm
West Side Branch
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Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Community, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in and play Chess, Checkers, KerPlunk or Nintendo.

All ages.

Registration appreciated.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

3:30pm–5:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
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.

Ages 12 and older.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Mah-Jongg Club

11:00am–1:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

A free-play session of Mah-Jongg, the intriguing game of Chinese origin featuring 144 tile pieces.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

De-Stress Fest

12:30pm–2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Teen Area
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

Drop in to de-stress with your friends and enjoy snacks, games and a relaxing craft.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Lunar New Year Game, Story & Craft

2:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor New Materials Room
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Families
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a game and story about the Chinese zodiac, then decorate your own glass lantern to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Supplies will be provided.

Grades K to 8.

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 sponsored by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Chess Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Harry Bennett Branch
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn from chess experts how to play and develop strategies in this popular game.

Bring a friend or join on your own. 

Ages 5 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

De-Stress Fest

12:30pm–2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Teen Area
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

Drop in to de-stress with your friends and enjoy snacks, games and a relaxing craft.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Celebrate Lunar New Year: The Year of the Horse

2:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Community, Crafts, Games & Making, Music & Concerts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A celebration of East and Southeast Asian cultures to mark the beginning of the new year, featuring classical and traditional dances, storytelling, a martial arts demonstration, paper crafts, calligraphy and face-painting.

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

Knit & Needles Gathering

1:00pm–3:30pm
Harry Bennett Branch
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "West Side Branch" group

Mellow Mondays

3:30pm–4:30pm
West Side Branch
Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances, Community, Crafts, Games & Making, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Start the week with stress-reducing activities like reading, arts, crafts and building projects. 

Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Snacks will be served.

All ages.

 

This event is in the "West Side Branch" group

Get Your Game On!

3:30pm–5:30pm
West Side Branch
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Side Branch
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Community, Crafts, Games & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in and play Chess, Checkers, KerPlunk or Nintendo.

All ages.

Registration appreciated.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

3:30pm–5:30pm
Main Library
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
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.

Ages 12 and older.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Sit & Stitch: Teen Edition

4:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Rotary Room
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Community, Crafts, Games & Making, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stitch, crochet, needlepoint or quilt with the Ferguson Library Yarn Squad. Learn how to knit, too.

Bring your own materials or use ours.

Ages 12 and older.

Registration required.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Play Dungeons & Dragons

6:00pm–7:45pm
Main Library
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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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group

Curious Creators

3:00pm–3:45pm
Harry Bennett Branch
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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:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor New Materials Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Community, Crafts, Games & Making, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

African Storytelling Reimagined program, featuring a storytime, dance session, authentic artifacts, stickers and activity sheets for children to take home using African folktale picture books, language books and Discover Africa activity books

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making, Lectures & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beginners and experienced artists are invited to learn about the history, culture, and techniques of graffiti art from professional artist Wes Bernadel, then work on your submission for the 2026 Teen Art Contest for the upcoming Summer Learning Pr

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

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