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Age Well: A Community Resource Center for Seniors from SilverSource

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Third Floor Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you need a benefits check-up? Wondering about your eligibility for a senior program?Whether you have questions about benefits from Social Security to Medicare, the SilverSource ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Do you need a benefits check-up? Wondering about your eligibility for a senior program?

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Make a Custom Button

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Event Details:

Make a statement with a custom button that expresses your sense of style. Create your own design or choose from materials provided by the library.Tweens, teens and adults. &nb...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:

Make a statement with a custom button that expresses your sense of style. Create your own design or choose from materials provided by the library.

Tweens, teens and adults.

 

 

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.

The New Yorker Magazine Discussion Group

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Library-wide at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Current Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

All are welcome to join a friendly group discussion of the latest articles from The New Yorker. Also available via Zoom.Join the discussion here at the scheduled time.

Register
Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Current Events
Required
Event Details:

All are welcome to join a friendly group discussion of the latest articles from The New Yorker

Also available via Zoom.

This event is in the "Virtual" group.

Let’s Talk: Beginner Level via Zoom

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the conversation here. Use this same login each week. 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language & Education
Event Details:

Join the conversation here. Use this same login each week.
 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Pajama Storytime

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Parents, Families
Event Details:

For National Wear Your PJs Day, wear your pajamas for a special storytime.Ages 3 months to 7 years.Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Parents, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Event Details:

For National Wear Your PJs Day, wear your pajamas for a special storytime.

Ages 3 months to 7 years.

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 brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Art Exhibit Opening: Reception: Portraits of our Planet

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Opening reception of spring art exhibit, Portraits of our Planet.The juried show, featuring works by local and regional artists, will be on view through June 26.Presented in partne...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Movies & Performances
Event Details:

Opening reception of spring art exhibit, Portraits of our Planet.

The juried show, featuring works by local and regional artists, will be on view through June 26.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.

Harry Bennett Local Author Series: Letitia Gottashe, a Hybrid Program

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Author Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Letitia Gottashe will read selections from her memoir, I Ain’t Done Yet!, shedding light on the realities of child abuse and child sexual assault. She will also lead her Hybrid Com...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events
Required
Event Details:

Letitia Gottashe will read selections from her memoir, I Ain’t Done Yet!, shedding light on the realities of child abuse and child sexual assault.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

U.S. Citizenship Study Course

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Third Floor Technology Center (room only) at Main Library
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Six-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization Test. Classes will be held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Students must read, write and comprehend basic English. Applican...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language & Education
Required
Event Details:

Six-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization Test. Classes will be held twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Students must read, write and comprehend basic English.

This event is in the "South End Branch at Waterside" group.

Cuentos y Actividades: Spanish Story & Activity

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at South End Branch at Waterside
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Families
Event Details:

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.

Library Branch: South End Branch at Waterside
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.

Mah-Jongg Club

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come play mah-jongg, an intriguing game of skill, strategy and luck similar to the card game rummy.Experience players are welcome to drop in.Registration required for beginners int...

Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Required
Event Details:

Come play mah-jongg, an intriguing game of skill, strategy and luck similar to the card game rummy.

Experience players are welcome to drop in.

Registration required for beginners interested in a learning session.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

The Safety PAWtrol

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Families
Event Details:

An interactive program that will teach children how to read dog body language and how to safely approach, greet and interact with dogs.No live animals will be present.Grades K to 5...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Event Details:

An interactive program that will teach children how to read dog body language and how to safely approach, greet and interact with dogs.

No live animals will be present.

Grades K to 5.

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.

Story Explorers

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Story Circle at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5)
Event Details:

A storytime that includes longer picture books, interactive music, dancing and discussions. Ages 4 and older with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required.  

Register
Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Story Circle
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Event Details:

A storytime that includes longer picture books, interactive music, dancing and discussions. 

Ages 4 and older 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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

SAT vs. ACT

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families
Event Details:

The world of college standardized testing has changed: The SAT is only offered digitally, the ACT is about to offer a digital option this April, and test-optional universities...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families
Program Type: Lectures & Workshops
Required
Event Details:

The world of college standardized testing has changed: The SAT is only offered digitally, the ACT is about to offer a digital option this April, and test-optional universities are beginning to require tests.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Let's Talk English Conversation Groups, Teen Edition

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Practice your English conversational skills in a group.All levels welcome.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Language & Education
Event Details:

Practice your English conversational skills in a group.

All levels welcome.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Young Adult Queer Group

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Third Floor Rotary Room at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

An informal gathering for queer young adults to play games, eat dinner, and build community.

Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

An informal gathering for queer young adults to play games, eat dinner, and build community.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

CT Mirror - Representative Jim Himes Interview

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

CT Mirror sits down with Representative Jim Himes for an informal interview.

Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

CT Mirror sits down with Representative Jim Himes for an informal interview.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.

Let's Talk: English Conversation Groups for English Language Learners

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Language & Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Here's your chance to practice your conversational English skills in a group with our volunteers. Open to all levels.

Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language & Education
Event Details:

Here's your chance to practice your conversational English skills in a group with our volunteers. Open to all levels.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Play Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Adults
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, spell...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
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 "Main Library" group.

Littles Art Club

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lower Level Community Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Parents, Families
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity as we explore the vibrant world of David Hockney. You'll create your own masterpieces inspired by his unique use of color, chalk, pastels and collage techni...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lower Level Community Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5), Parents, Families
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Required
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity as we explore the vibrant world of David Hockney. You'll create your own masterpieces inspired by his unique use of color, chalk, pastels and collage techniques.

Ages 2 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 brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Learn About TMAD and All About Henna

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)
Event Details:

An introduction to TMAD, the library's Teens Making a Difference advisory and volunteer program. We will also learn how to make henna, create designs and take care of them.Grades 6...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
Required
Event Details:

An introduction to TMAD, the library's Teens Making a Difference advisory and volunteer program. We will also learn how to make henna, create designs and take care of them.

Grades 6 to 12.

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Friends-Sponsored

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.

Curious Creators

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Auditorium at Harry Bennett Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5)
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 ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Harry Bennett Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4), Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Making
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.

This event is in the "South End Branch at Waterside" group.

Combo Yoga: Hatha and Kundalini

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library-wide at South End Branch at Waterside
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Mark Covello will lead a high-energy class the combines the Hatha and Kundalini styles. 

Library Branch: South End Branch at Waterside
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Mark Covello will lead a high-energy class the combines the Hatha and Kundalini styles. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

The Society of Albanian-American Writers: Book Signing "The Woman's Pen" (Pena e Gruas)

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Third Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

The Society of Albanian-American Writers will host the launch of the anthology "Pena e Gruas" (The Woman's Pen), a literary collection dedicated to creative women. The event will f...

Main Library
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

The Society of Albanian-American Writers will host the launch of the anthology "Pena e Gruas" (The Woman's Pen), a literary collection dedicated to creative women.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Zumba Dance Party

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Third Floor Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families, Adults
Event Details:

Dance your way to fitness at this weekly class with instructor Pamela Arenas. No excuses!Bring a water bottle.Teens and adults. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Third Floor Board Room
Age Group: Tweens (grades 5-8), Teens (grades 6-12), Parents, Families, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Dance your way to fitness at this weekly class with instructor Pamela Arenas. No excuses!

Bring a water bottle.

Teens and adults.