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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Harry Bennett Branch
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
13
2025
Mon
Storytime with Sarah
10:30am - 11:00am
Harry Bennett Branch
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Library Branch:
Harry Bennett Branch
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Storytime featuring stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration appreciated.
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 "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group.
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
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This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group.
Jan
13
2025
Mon
Wee Ones @ Weed Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
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Library Branch:
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Storytime featuring songs, stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 3 and younger 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.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
13
2025
Mon
Access Health CT Insurance Enrollment
10:30am - 5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Second Floor Study Room 1
Age Group:
Families,
Adults
Program Type:
Community,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
The 2025 open enrollment period for individual and family health insurance plans is underway. Representatives from Access Health CT will be at the library through January 15 to enroll members in the health insurance marketplace.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Access Health CT Insurance Enrollment
10:30am - 5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Second Floor Study Room 1
Age Group:
Families,
Adults
Program Type:
Community,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
The 2025 open enrollment period for individual and family health insurance plans is underway. Representatives from Access Health CT will be at the library through January 15 to enroll members in the health insurance marketplace.
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This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Let’s Talk: High Intermediate Level via Zoom
10:00am - 11:30am
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Language & Education
This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Harry Bennett Branch
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Cuddlers & Crawlers
10:30am - 11:00am
Harry Bennett Branch
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Library Branch:
Harry Bennett Branch
Room:
Story Circle
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Short story-time featuring songs, rhymes, bounces and special books. Free play and tummy time afterwards. This program is for pre-walking babies 12 months and younger 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.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Family Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
A participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Ages 18 months to 5 years 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.
Friends-Sponsored
This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.
This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group.
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
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This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Toddler Stay & Play
10:30am - 11:00am
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
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Library Branch:
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
An interactive storytime with picture books, songs, rhythm chants, fingerplays and movement activities. Stay to read board books and play with others. Ages 18 months to 3 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.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Access Health CT Insurance Enrollment
10:30am - 5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Second Floor Study Room 1
Age Group:
Families,
Adults
Program Type:
Community,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
The 2025 open enrollment period for individual and family health insurance plans is underway. Representatives from Access Health CT will be at the library through January 15 to enroll members in the health insurance marketplace.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
Bilingual Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lower Level Community Area
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type:
Community,
Storytime
Event Details:
Stories, songs and movement activities in English and Spanish. Ages 18 months to 4 years 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.
Friends-Sponsored
This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
17
2025
Fri
Babytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
A program geared for babies featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Ages 18 months and younger 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.
Friends-Sponsored
This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
18
2025
Sat
Chess Club
10:15am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lower Level Community Area
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5),
Tweens (grades 5-8),
Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:
Learn everything there is to know about this game of skill and strategy from instructor Alex Eydelman. Beginners welcome. Ages 7 and older. Registration required.
Disclaimer(s)
Friends-Sponsored
This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Canasta Club
11:00am - 1:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
Library Branch:
Harry Bennett Branch
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:
Love canasta? Always wanted to learn how to play? Whether you're a pro or a novice, come out to play this card game that combines elements of bridge and rummy. All levels welcome.
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This event is in the "South End Branch" group.
This event is in the "South End Branch" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
Cuentos y Actividades: Spanish Story & Activity
11:00am - 12:00pm
South End Branch
Library Branch:
South End Branch
Room:
South End ROOM HOLD
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.
This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
Mah-Jongg Club
11:00am - 1:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
Library Branch:
Harry Bennett Branch
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:
Love mah-jongg? Come out and enjoy this intriguing game of Chinese origin featuring 144 tile pieces. Beginners welcome the second Thursday of every month.
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This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Let's Talk: New Students Level Evaluation via Zoom
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Language & Education
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Let’s Talk: High Beginner Level via Zoom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Language & Education
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
Question, Persuade, Refer Suicide Prevention Workshop
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Board Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Presentation of the the workshop Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR), a bystander intervention training program designed to teach you how to step in and help someone who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts.
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This event is in the "South End Branch" group.
This event is in the "South End Branch" group.
Jan
18
2025
Sat
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Documentary Screening: Letter from a Birmingham Jail
12:00pm - 1:30pm
South End Branch
Library Branch:
South End Branch
Room:
South End ROOM HOLD
Age Group:
All ages
Program Type:
Arts, Movies & Performances
Event Details:
Screening of the documentary Letter from a Birmingham Jail, an account of the iconic document that captured the spirit of the Civil Rights Movement and outlined critical reasons for activism.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
12
2025
Sun
La Tertulia de Stamford Club de Libro (Book Club)
This event is not sponsored or conducted by the Ferguson Library.
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Board Room
Purpose of Meeting
A gathering dedicated to reading books written by a Latin American authors. Each month a book is chosen for it's illumination and unique vision of the multitude of cultures that comprise the whole America (continent).
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Age Well: A Community Resource Center for Seniors from SilverSource
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
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 "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Harry Bennett Branch
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Bebés Bilingües
1:30pm - 2:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
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Library Branch:
Harry Bennett Branch
Room:
Story Circle
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (ages birth-4)
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
A Spanish-language storytime featuring picture books, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Siblings welcome. Registration appreciated.
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.
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This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Let’s Talk: Low Intermediate Level via Zoom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Language & Education
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
Resumes 101
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Technology Center (room only)
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12),
Adults
Program Type:
Business & Careers
Event Details:
Learn about the different types of resumes and how to identify skills and abilities that will set you apart from the competition. Teens and adults. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
18
2025
Sat
T-MAD Meeting
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type:
Books & Reading,
Community
Event Details:
First weekend meeting of the Teens Making a Difference program, where you learn about upcoming events, share reading suggestions, get free books and make a difference in the community. Participation counts as volunteer work.
Disclaimer(s)
Friends-Sponsored
This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Harry Bennett Branch
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Cookies & Coloring
3:45pm - 4:45pm
Harry Bennett Branch
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Library Branch:
Harry Bennett Branch
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5),
Tweens (grades 5-8),
Teens (grades 6-12),
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:
Enjoy an hour of relaxation through the meditative act of coloring. Cookies will be served; coloring supplies will be provided. Tweens, teens and adults. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Let’s Talk: Beginner Level via Zoom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Language & Education
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
17
2025
Fri
Youth Video Game Club
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lower Level Program Room
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5),
Tweens (grades 5-8),
Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type:
Community,
Crafts, Games & Making,
Technology
Event Details:
Play with your friends and test your skills during this afternoon of gaming on our Nintendo Switches. Board games and coloring sheets will also be provided. Snacks will be served. Ages 8 and older. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Harry Bennett Branch
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
13
2025
Mon
Social Justice Book Club: The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
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Library Branch:
Harry Bennett Branch
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Books & Reading
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This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group.
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
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This event is in the "Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Crafternoon: Snowflake Creations
4:00pm - 4:45pm
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
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Library Branch:
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5),
Tweens (grades 5-8)
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:
Design and create your own snowflakes to prove that there are no two snowflakes that are the same. Grades 3 to 8. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
17
2025
Fri
Teen Podcast Club
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Rotary Room
Age Group:
Tweens (grades 5-8),
Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type:
Community,
Language & Education,
Technology
Event Details:
Do you have something to say? Use your voice, leadership training, and communication skills to develop a podcast program for the Ferguson Library community. Grades 5 to 12. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Let’s Talk: Advanced Level via Zoom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Language & Education
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Cricut Cutaway Cards
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Technology Center (w/ workstations)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Making
Event Details:
An introduction to mastering Cricut Cutaway Cards, including how to set up your machine, choose the perfect materials, and make the most out of your creative ideas. All experience levels welcome. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
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 "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
TechXel Stamford Venture Expert Series via Zoom / Patents & Trademarks
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Business & Careers
Event Details:
TechXel Stamford Venture Expert Series Wesley W. Whitmyer Jr., Founder, Whitmyer IP Group Patents & Trademarks
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This event is in the "South End Branch" group.
This event is in the "South End Branch" group.
Jan
13
2025
Mon
Healing Drum Circle
6:00pm - 7:30pm
South End Branch
Library Branch:
South End Branch
Room:
South End ROOM HOLD
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
A meditative gathering dedicated to healing the wounds of racism and supporting equity activism. Facilitated by Evelyn Avoglia.
Disclaimer(s)
Friends-Sponsored
This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Question, Persuade, Refer Suicide Prevention Workshop
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Register
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Board Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Presentation of the the workshop Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR), a bystander intervention training program designed to teach you how to step in and help someone who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
Let's Talk: Evening Conversation Groups for English Language Learners
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Lower Level Community Area
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community,
Language & Education
Event Details:
Practice your conversational skills in a group.
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Harry Bennett Branch
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Life Skills Series: Survival Sewing
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
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Library Branch:
Harry Bennett Branch
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12),
Adults
Program Type:
Lectures & Workshops
Event Details:
Learn basic hand mending skills as well as the essentials you should have in a sewing kit. Supplies will be provided. Teens and adults. Registration required.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
15
2025
Wed
Facing Racism in Stamford
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:
A six-part series of dialogues uniting Stamford residents, where we will learn about each other and look at our community through the lens of racial equity. Attendance at all sessions is required; sessions conclude February 12.
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This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
This event is in the "Harry Bennett Branch" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
Let's Talk: English Conversation Groups for English Language Learners
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Harry Bennett Branch
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.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
16
2025
Thu
Friends Author Series: An Evening with Fiona Davis, Author of The Stolen Queen
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Author Events
Event Details:
Meet The New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis, who will discuss her latest novel, The Stolen Queen, centered on the Metropolitan Museum of Art and its famed Met Gala while, for the first time, exploring a terri
Disclaimer(s)
Friends-Sponsored
This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Ferguson Library.
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This event is in the "Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Virtual" group.
Jan
13
2025
Mon
Harry Bennett Branch Book Discussion via Zoom: Go As a River by Shelley Read
Register
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Books & Reading
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This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Jan
14
2025
Tue
A Conversation with Entrepreneur André Swanston, a This Could Work! Series Program by CT Mirror
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Third Floor Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community,
Lectures & Workshops,
Special Event
Event Details:
CT Mirror Policy Editor Erica Phillips in conversation with Stamford entrepreneur André Swanston of Swanston Labs.
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