PROGRAMS

Happening Today!
Community Family Give Back Day
Saturday, August 20 from Noon to 4 p.m.
South End Branch
Live music, kids activities, gift bags, free books, health and wellness information will be shared at this family-friendly event. Flu shots available. Bookmobile on site.
Co-sponsored by the Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut, Power Health Tour and Organized Youth Presents.

Vigil of Light Ceremony & Performance
Sunday, August 21 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Main Library, Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
The International Alliance of Chaplains and Law Enforcement will lead an escort of light followed by a musical performance to honor essential domestic workers. The event, produced by En Vivo con Maricarmen will be translated live in Spanish on 103.5 FM La Voz Hispana Radio, Facebook Live and YouTube Live.
Co-sponsored by En Vivo con Maricarmen, the Ecuadorian Civic Committee of Fairfield County, the Ferguson Library, La Voz Hispana, The Mayor's Multicultural Council and Nosotros, Ct.

Generously supported by the Stamford Arts & Culture Commission and the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

Tech Programs
Tech Tuesdays: Smartphone Tips for Older Adults
Tuesday, August 23 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
South End Branch, Second Floor Program Room
Free weekly tech help with our experienced bilingual English and Spanish team.

Introducing Biblioboard
Thursday, August 27 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Third Floor Makerspace
Learn about the library's newest service, which offers writers and other creatives powerful tools to create, share and discover. Register.

Community Mindfulness Project Meditation
Tuesday, August 23 at Noon
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
This 45-minute session will include a 30-minute guided meditation to help reset your nervous system and support your emotional and physical well-being

Understanding Budgeting
Wednesday, August 24 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Main Library, Third Floor Technology Center
Learn how to develop a budget. Explore popular budgeting methods like Balanced Money Formula, Cash Only Budget, Zero-Based Budgeting and more.
Register.

Lawyers in Libraries
Thursday, August 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Main Library, Second Floor Study Room
Discuss your case with a volunteer attorney. To book a required 20-minute appointment call 203 351-8221.

Supported by the Connecticut Bar Association.

Learn to Knit!
Saturday, August 27 from 11 a.m. to noon.
Main Library, Lower Level Makerspace
A workshop covering the basics including casting on, basic stitches, binding of and what you will need to continue your knitting journey. Register.

Old Folkies Acoustic Singalong
Saturday, August 27 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
An afternoon of toe-tapping, finger-snapping acoustic delights with our own Dr. Ev, who will take requests. Complimentary refreshments.
Weather permitting.

ONGOING AT THE LIBRARY

Art at the Ferguson
Main Library Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
The Art of Community exhibit continues through September. In partnership with the Stamford Art Association and Stamford Pride.

Book It for the Ferguson Library
Any Place, Any Time During September
The Friends of the Ferguson Library are excited to present Book It for the Ferguson Library, a virtual 5K fun run/walk event throughout the month of September. Register online to support the library, its programs and services. Form a team or walk/run as an individual. Share your 5K on social media using the hashtags #FergusonLibrary or #BookitforFergusonLibrary.

2022 Reading Challenge
Sign up for our 2022 Reading Challenge.
This challenge is for both fast and slow readers. Whether you read a book a week or one every month—e-books and audiobooks count—there will be a prize drawing for those who finish reading 12 books from the list and another drawing for those who finish 52 books. The challenge ends December 2022.

Digital Navigators  
Need help accessing health or banking information online? Want to get up to speed on Google tools or help your children succeed in school?
Our Digital Navigators can help you with all this and more, and even set you up with a digital device if you need one. Don’t be left behind in a digital world.
Appointments are required, and are available in English, Spanish, Arabic and Haitian-Creole. Call 203 351-8251 to book a time at the Main Library or the South End Branch.
This project is made possible with an IMLS grant awarded through the CT State Librar

By registering for programs, you may receive occasional emails about
upcoming events at the library. You can opt out at any time.

BOOK SHOP NEWS

The Harry Bennett Branch Book Shop will reopen soon!
The Main Library Book Shop continues to be open during library hours.

LIBRARY RESOURCES

Just finished reading an amazing book and don't know what to read next? Complete this form and a librarian will send you three suggestions based on your response. We will reply to your email within 24 hours.

Notary Services
Wednesdays from 2 to 4 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch
Our notary public is available to notarize your paperwork for free. By appointment only. For information or to make an appointment, call 203 351-8292

Entrepreneurs-in Residence
Starting a new business? Looking to expand your current business? Have an idea and don't know where to start?
Our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence are available by appointment to help early stage entrepreneurs conceptualize and grow their ideas into companies. Book an appointment. For more information, call 203 351-8221.

Book-A-Librarian
Reserve up to one hour with a librarian for information or technology assistance, including assistance with our virtual resources like e-books, e-audiobooks and movie streaming. Complete this form to make an appointment

Masks are optional in library buildings.
Masks are required at children's programs for participants ages 2
and up. We reserve the right to ask you to wear a mask if
you are working closely with staff.

COMMUNITY GOINGS ON

Person-to-Person Mobile Food Pantry and Casework
Schedule subject to change
Yerwood Center - 90 Fairfield Avenue: Mondays from 11 a.m.– 1 p.m.
Stamford Manor - 26 Main Street: Mondays from 2 to 4 p.m.
Ferguson Library South End Branch - 34 Woodland Avenue: Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Quintard Manor - 18 Quintard Terrace: Tuesdays from 2 to 4 p.m.
DOMUS - 82 Lockwood Avenue: Wednesdays from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Building One Community - 75 Selleck Street: Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m.
DOMUS - 82 Lockwood Avenue (Subject to change): Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: All clients must wear face masks inside P2P buildings and P2P on Wheels.
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Library Hours
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Monday - Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

South End Branch
Monday through Thursday 10 – 5:30
Saturday 10 – 2

Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Monday & Thursday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tuesday 12 - 7 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For information about passport services, visit our Passports page or call 203 351-8298.
Curbside Pickup Available
Curbside Pickup is available for Ferguson Library cardholders.
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Phone Service
Main Library Borrowers Services: 203 351-8261
Main Library Adult Services/Reference Desk: 203 351-8221
Youth Services: 203 351-8242
Harry Bennett Branch: 203 351-8292
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch: 203 351-8285
South End Branch: 203 351-8280

Online Chat (Look for the Chat with us button on our website.)