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SUPPORT THE LIBRARY

Please remember the library in your year-end giving. Your donation of any amount to the Ferguson Library Foundation (the fundraising arm of the library) helps provide our community with free and unrestricted access to information, ideas and diverse viewpoints. Donate securely here or pick up a donation envelope at any library location. Thank you for investing in your public library.

FEATURED PROGRAMS

The Truth About Puppy Mills

Saturday, December 9 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

An expert panel will share what you need to know about puppy mills, inhumane commercial dog breeding facilities that over-breed female dogs and sell their puppies for profit with little regard for their health or well-being. Presenters: Annie Hornish, Connecticut State Director of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS); HSUS Senior Coordinator for Public Policy, Morgan Miller; HSUS volunteer, Patricia Harmon, and State Rep. David Michel of Stamford. Registration required.

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Holiday Family Movie: The Polar Express

Friday, December 8 from 4 to 6 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

Wear your pajamas and join us for hot cocoa and a screening of this 2004 holiday classic where a doubting boy takes a magical train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. Starring Tom Hanks, Nona Gaye, Peter Scolari, Leslie Zemeckis and Eddie Deezen. Rated G. All ages.

MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS SERIES

The following programs are presented in partnership with the Network of the National Library of Medicine.

Zumba Dance Party

Saturday, December 9 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Dance your way to fitness with instructor Pamela Arenas. No excuses! Registration required.

OTHER PROGRAMS

Mah-Jongg Club

Thursday, December 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

Play the popular tile-based game of mah-jongg. All levels welcome.

Death Cafe

Thursday, December 7 from 2 to 3 p.m. via Zoom

A discussion focused on increasing the awareness of death with an emphasis on making the most of our finite lives with Sahara Farrugio, a licensed funeral director specializing in advanced planning. Join the discussion here.

Note: Death Cafe is a discussion group, not a grief support or counseling session.

FINANCES, CAREERS & TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Excel: Building Dashboards

Thursday, December 7 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Third Floor Technology Center

Learn how to create interactive dashboards, analyze data and create visuals that highlight select parts of your data set. 

Registration required.

COMING SOON

A Conversation with Architectural Historian William J. Hennessey

Tuesday, December 12 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom

Hennessey will discuss his latest book, Fifth Avenue: From Washington Square to Marcus Garvey Park, an in-depth exploration of the architecture along one of the world’s most iconic streets: New York City’s Fifth Avenue. Registration required.

An Evening with Lidia Bastianich

Thursday, December 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

The Emmy Award-winning public television host, bestselling cookbook author and restaurateur will discuss her new cookbook, Lidia's From Our Family Table to Yours: More Than 100 Recipes Made with Love for All Occasions. Registration required.

Book sale and signing by Elm Street Books. Refreshments generously sponsored by Michelle and Michael Sabino.

ONGOING AT THE LIBRARY

Affordable Care Act Insurance Enrollment

Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Second Floor Study Room

Representatives from Access Health CT will be at the library weekdays through January 12 to enroll members in the health insurance marketplace. Enroll by December 15 for coverage that begins January 1. No appointment is necessary.

Presented in partnership with Access Health CT.

Art at the Ferguson

Connecting Nature and People

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

The juried show, presented in partnership with the Stamford Art Association, features works by local and regional artists and explores the bonds that exist between nature and people. The exhibition continues through January 2024.

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].

Digital Navigators  

Do you need technology assistance? Have an issue with your laptop, or a new device that needs to be set up? The Ferguson Library’s Digital Navigators are here to help!

Digital Navigators operate by appointment only. Please call 203-351-8221 to set up an appointment.

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

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 at the Library

Notary services are available on a walk-in basis at the Main Library Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays by appointment only. The notary desk at the Main Library is located in the lower level.

Notary services are available at the Harry Bennett and Weed Memorial & Hollander branches by appointment only. Call 203 351-8290.

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.

IN THE COMMUNITY

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

96 Broad Street, Stamford

Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

115 Vine Road, Stamford

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Wednesday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

South End Branch

34 Woodland Avenue, Stamford

Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch

1143 Hope Street, Stamford

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesday 12 to 7 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

West Side Branch

245 Selleck Street, Stamford

Monday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

For information about passport services, visit our Passport page or call 203 351-8298.

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.)