Serving the information and access needs of Stamford families who have children with disabilities.
Resources of The Ferguson Library’s Special Needs Center
- Easy to understand informational books for parents (some in Spanish)
- Specialized magazines
- DVDs on disability-related topics
- Notices of nearby events and conferences
- Braille children’s books
- Specialized software to use at home
- Sensory Storytime preschool program
Upcoming Events
A Spanish-language experience with Ms. Gloria featuring stories, music, movement and fun that promotes native literacy.
Ages 1 to 4 with an accompanying caregiver.
Love mah-jongg? Come out and enjoy this intriguing game of Chinese origin featuring 144 tile pieces.
Beginners welcome.
Learn how go online to apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits; check the status of an application or appeal; request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas); print a benefit verification letter; and more, from anywhere
Wear your PJs and unwind with some stories before heading home for bedtime.
Ages 18 months to 6 years.
Registration required.
Registration opens six days before storytime date.
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.
TechXel Stamford Venture Expert Series via Zoom / Positioning & Strategic Marketing
TechXel Stamford Venture Expert Series
Brenda Lewis, Founder and Principal, Transactions Marketing, Inc.
Positioning & Strategic Marketing
Let's Talk: Evening Conversation Groups for English Language Learners
Here's your chance to practice your conversational English skills in a group with our volunteers. Open to all levels.
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.
Balance Boost: Injury Prevention through Physical Therapy
Free seminar for seniors on how to support balance through physical therapy to prevent injuries.
Registration required.
Presented in partnership with Iron Health Physical Therapy & Fitness.
The Friends Book Shop is setting up a pop-up shop outside library for a sidewalk sale of beautiful books about art, cooking, crafts and hobbies, fashion, photography, music and more—plus puzzles and children’s books—during the Arts & Crafts on
Disclaimer(s)
Friends-Sponsored
This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.