The Ferguson Library’s Youth Services Department is the library home for children from birth through the teen years and the parents, teachers, and professionals who care for them.
If you have a question about our services for children, you can get in touch by:
- Submitting a question from our Contact Us page
- Calling the Youth Information desk at 203-351-8242
- Calling the Youth Reference desk at 203-351-8243
- Using the "Chat with Us" button on our website
Events for Kids
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.
Board book read-along, music and movement.
Ages 6 months to 5 with an accompanying caregiver.
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.
Storytime for preschoolers who enjoy longer stories and a book discussion. The focus will be on developing an understanding of story format and fostering a continued love of reading.
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.
Digital Books for Kids
Hoopla Digital
Library Mobile App
Overdrive
The Palace Project
The Shelf
The Shelf is a free digital platform offering a curated collection of Spanish-language cultural and entertainment content, accessible through the Ferguson Library. It features movies, series, performing arts, and educational children's content, available from any device.
Tutor.com
TumbleBooks
Scholastic Go!
Scholastic GO! contains more than 115,000 articles covering every core-curriculum subject.
Kid’s Library Updates
Commemorate MLK Jr. at the Library
Leading up to Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the library will host special events to honor and celebrate Dr. King. All events are free.
Beginning Saturday, January 13 at 10:30 a.m., the South End Branch will host Family Craft. Participants of all ages will work together to create a scroll depicting Dr. King’s six principles of nonviolence.
Parent Leadership Training Institute Accepting Applications
Stamford’s Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI) Design Team, in partnership with the Stamford Public Education Foundation (SPEF), will lead an in-depth leadership training class starting January for up to 25 selected parents, grandparents, guardians and other adults who wish to advocate for all children and improve the lives of families and communities.
Something for Everyone at the Library’s Makerspace
Did you know you can borrow baking equipment, sewing machines, even a ukulele and acoustic guitar from the library? The Ferguson Library’s Makerspace also has a microscope and we’re adding a Cricut machine to our collection for those of you who enjoy DIY projects. You can check out all these items with your Ferguson Library card.
