What's Going On Next Week At The Ferguson Library - October 2, 2022

Schools and Libraries

October 4, 2022

Hispanic Heritage Month Events

Meet Victoria Buitron, Author of A Body Across Two Hemispheres
Sunday, October 2 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Victoria Buitron reads from her award-winning memoir of essays, A Body Across Two Hemispheres, where she explores the theme of bicultural identity and belonging through explorations of ancestry and coming of age between two countries.

Dance Performance: Taller Portal Norteno
Sunday, October 2 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
This local dance troupe delivers a performance of the traditional Peruvian marinera, an elegant dance representing courtship and love.

Community Conversation: Stamford Pride
Wednesday, October 5 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
Stamford Pride hosts a discussion focused on members of the city's Latinx LGBTQ+ community.

Film Screening: La Bamba
Saturday, October 8 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams Auditorium
Biopic about the life and short-lived career of Mexican-American rock 'n' roll star Richie Valens, starring Lou Diamond Phillips.

Programs

Book Discussion
Monday, October 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Discussion of Hour of the Witch by Chris Bohjalian.

A Conversation with Dr. Robert Livingston

Monday, October 3 at 6 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Wi

Join us for a discussion with Robert Livingston, a Harvard social psychologist and leading expert on the science of underlying bias and racism in organizations. Dr. Livingston will discuss his book, The Conversation: How Seeking and Speaking the Truth About Racism Can Radically Transform Individuals and Organizations.

The program is co-sponsored by the City of Stamford, Fairfield County's Community Foundation, and the Ferguson Library, along with the Mayor's Multicultural Council, 100 Black Men, Domus Equity Institute, Stamford Community, Stamford Cradle to Career, Stamford Public Education Foundation and Stamford Stands Against Racism. Register.

Tech Tips for Older Adults
Tuesday, October 4 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.

Community Mindfulness Project Meditation
Tuesday, October 4 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. Please arrive five minutes early.

Advanced Microsoft Word

Thursday, October 6 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Main Library DiMattia Building

Third Floor Technology Center

Learn how to use outlining, manage long documents, and work collaboratively.

Registration required.

Cryptocurrency Explained

Thursday, October 6 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Third Floor Rotary Room

An interactive presentation by crypto expert Nithin Eapen explaining what fintech terms like Bitcoin, NFTS and blockchain mean, how these work and their impact on the world.

Registration Required.

Business and Career Development

FAFSA Assistance

Thursdays, October 6 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Third Floor Technology Center

Sign up for one-on-one help filling out the Free Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA) form needed to receive grants and/or loans for college. To book a required 30-minute appointment, call 203 351-8221. Presented in partnership with the CONNTAC Educational Opportunity Organization.

TechXel Stamford Accelerator Series Venture Expert Talks

Thursday, October 6 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. via Zoom: Marketing

Brenda Lewis, Principal, Transactions Marketing, Inc.

Brenda has 40 years of experience in positioning and marketing as founder of Transactions Marketing Inc. TMI has launched 24 ventures in healthcare, IT, security, telecommunications, information, fintech and location services markets.

Registration Required.

Introduction to Web Building

Saturday, October 8 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Third Floor Technology Center

Learn how to create and organize content using the built-in editor and modify the way your site looks with themes.

Register.

Coming Soon!

Friends of the Ferguson Library Pub Crawl

Wednesday, Oct. 12 6:15 to 10 p.m.

Main Library, Outdoor Plaza

The Friends of the Ferguson Library's annual Literary Pub Crawl returns to downtown Stamford for a convivial evening featuring roving visits to local bars and restaurants.

Participants will meet in the library's lobby and divide into groups to visit two of four participating restaurants—Bar Rosso, Hudson Social, Towne Parlor and ZAZA Italian Gastrobar. Each location will offer entertainment or literary bingo and happy hour pricing for drinks and appetizers. Dessert on the house and additional entertainment will follow at the library.

Tickets are $40; $30 for Friends members. Register.

Ongoing at the Library

Volunteers Wanted to Help English Language Learners

The Ferguson Library is currently looking for enthusiastic, sensitive volunteers interested in helping English language learners develop their speaking skills in our weekly, virtual classes.

We are looking for volunteers with the following qualities and availability:

At least 18 years old.

Tact, sensitivity and respect for people of diverse cultural backgrounds.

Weekly availability for several consecutive months (or the equivalent of a college semester).

No prior teaching experience required.

Interested? Contact Yelena Klompus, ELL, Citizenship & Cultural Programs Manager at [email protected] or call her at 203 351-8228 to set up a an interview.

We Can Help Your Book Club
Need a suggestion for your book group discussion or help locating copies? We're ready to support your book group with a variety of resources. The library has a well-curated book discussion collection, with multiple copies of each book. We can also get books for you if we don't have the title and share resources about how to have a successful book discussion. And of course, our readers advisory services can help you find your group's next great read.

For book group services, contact Anthony Marrocolla at [email protected].

It Happened Here
Main Library DiMattia Building Lobby
An exhibition featuring images from the Jewish Historical Society of Fairfield County's archives that reflects on noteworthy Jewish citizens of the region. On view through October 2.

Co-sponsored by the Jewish Historical Society of Fairfield County and partially funded by a grant from the Stamford Arts & Culture Commission.

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 Library

BOOK SHOP NEWS
Looking for scary or not-so-scary reads for your favorite goblin? The Book Shop is highlighting Halloween this month, with a collection of adult and children's titles. They also have a selection of books celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. Stop in and browse at the Main Library or Harry Bennett shops. All books are donated and proceeds support the library.

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.

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.

COMMUNITY GOINGS ON

MarcUs for Change 5K Walk & Run

Sunday, October 23 Kick Off at 9 a.m.

Mill River Park, Stamford

Join the Stamford Public Education Foundation in celebrating the 10th anniversary of the MarcUS for Change 5 K Walk & Run. Students, educators, parents and community members will run or walk to celebrate the life and memory of Marcus Dixon McInerney, a Stamford High School graduate who overcame many life challenges to attend West Point Academy before his death in 2012.

Afterward, join the fun at SPEF's Fall Fest, featuring interactive, hands-on activities for kids, the Ferguson Library's Bookmobile, SPEF's Books Across Stamford books giveaway, fall treats and more.

To register for the walk/run visit www.spefct.org/5k.

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