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FAMILY PROGRAMS

Family Storytimes

Saturday, December 3 and Wednesday December 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

A participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. For ages 18 months to 4 years with a caregiver. No walk-ins. Separate registration required for the December 3 and December 7 storytimes.

Registration opens six days before each storytime date.

Classic Movie Matinees: Screenings of Popular Movies from the Criterion Collection

Miracle on 34th Street

Friday, December 9 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Harry Bennett Branch

In this 1947 holiday favorite, after a divorced New York mother hires a nice old man to play Santa Claus at Macy's, she is startled by his claim to be the genuine article. Not rated.

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

Budding Bookworms

Tuesday, December 6 at 10:30 a.m.

via South End Branch Instagram

Bilingual storytime for ages 18 months to 4 years. New content every week. Connect via SE Branch Instagram.

Sing and Stomp

Tuesday, December 6 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

A fun song and dance party for children ages 18 months to 4 years with a caregiver. No walk-ins. Registration required.

Curious Minds Story & Activity

Thursday, December 8 from 11 a.m. to noon.

South End Branch

A Spanish-language experience featuring stories, music, movement and fun. For ages 1 to 4 with an accompanying caregiver.

Babytime

Friday, December 9 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

A program geared for babies featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. For ages 18 months and younger with a caregiver. No walk-ins. Registration required.

Theatrical Show: The Tale of the Snow Princess

Saturday, December 10 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Curtain Call premieres The Tale of the Snow Princess, a theatrical adaptation of traditional stories and seasonal music presented in the style of Italian commedia dell'arte street theater. Audience participation encouraged. Ages 8 to 14. Registration required.

Teens Programs

Women's Self-Defense Workshop

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

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Club King Fu of Stamford will lead a workshop focusing on setting boundaries, assessing the threat and fighting back. Open to grades six to adult. Registration required.

Documentary Screening: The Booksellers

Saturday, December 3 from 2 to 3:45 p.m.

Main Library, DiMattia Building

Third Floor Technology Center

A behind-the-scenes look at the New York City rare book world. A loving celebration of book culture and a serious exploration of the future of the book.

For teens and adults.

Rated PG-13

In the Community

Storywalk®: Bear Came Along

Mill River Park

Visit the new, updated library Storywalk® at Mill River Park. Our latest walk features Bear Came Along by Richard T. Morris. The walk begins at the park's carousel and continues as you make your way along the path toward the river.

Presented in partnership with the Mill River Park Collaborative.

Ongoing at the Library

Earn Volunteer Hours by Reviewing Books

The Ferguson Library is offering volunteer hours to teens in grades 6 to 12 to write book reviews. Reviews will be featured on the library's Youth Instagram page and displayed with reviewed books at the library.

Teens may submit up to two book reviews per week. For each review approved by a librarian, teens will receive one hour of volunteer credit.

Reviews may be edited for clarity and will list the reviewer's first name, last name initial, and grade, unless the reviewer specifies anonymity. Questions? Call 203-351-8242.

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

LIBRARY RESOURCES

Youth Services Page

Check out our Youth Services Page with information for kids, teens, parents and educators. You'll find information about our digital books, movies and music, Linked Libraries, digital resources, Wi-Fi service for students in need, and more.

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, Wednesday & 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.

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

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