Open Game Night

Monday, January 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Third Floor Technology Center

Play a game from the library's collection or bring your own. All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Healing Drum Circle
Monday, January 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
South End Branch

A meditative gathering dedicated to healing the wounds of racism.

Game Night: Ticket to Ride
Tuesday, January 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Main Library, First Floor New Materials Room

Play a game from the library's game collection, bring your own, or learn how to play the month's featured game, the award-winning Ticket to Ride.

English Language Learners
Let's Talk: Conversation Groups

Conversation groups for English language learners. Registration not required. New students welcome.

Fall Sessions via Zoom
Tuesday, January 9

New students: from 12 to 12:30 p.m.
High beginner: from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m.
Low intermediate: from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
Advanced: from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Wednesday, January 10
High intermediate: from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Beginner: from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Evening Sessions: In Person

Practice your communication skills in a group setting at the Main Library and Harry Bennett Branch.

Tuesday, January 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Lower Level Community Area

Harry Bennett Branch
Thursday, January 11 from 6 to 7:00 p.m.

Find Your Next Read with NoveList
Wednesday, January 10 from 1:30 to 2:30
Harry Bennett Branch

Learn how to use this free database to get book recommendations. Bring a smartphone or tablet and your library card.

Opera Lecture: Giuseppe Verdi and Il Risorgimento
Wednesday, January 10 from 6 to 6:45 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch

Educator Jeffrey Lowen talks about Italian opera composer Giuseppe Verdi and his influence on the Risorgimento movement, the 19th century campaign that led to the unification of Italy. Presentation includes clips of Verdi’s music. Registration required.

Canasta Club
Wednesday, January 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch

Come play this fun mix of bridge and rummy. All levels welcome.

National Federation for the Blind Outreach Sessions
Thursdays, January 11 from 11 to 1 p.m. and January 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Main Library New Materials Room

Members of the Stamford-based National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut share how they improve the lives of blind and visually impaired people in the state. The January 25 session will also include a workshop by the Connecticut Library for Accessible Books on accessing materials for the blind and visually impaired.

Registration required.

Mah-Jongg Club
Thursday, January 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch

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

Spanish Book Discussion
Thursday, January 11 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Main Library Ann M. Sexton Board Room
La luz negra de María Gainza

Make a Will for Free
Thursday, January 11 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Main Library Technology Center

Create a will in 15 minutes. Must be a U.S. citizen, 18 or older, and have an email address. Presented in partnership with Just In Case Estates. Registration required.

Dungeons & Dragons
Thursday, January 11 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, January 13 from 1 to 4 p.m.
ML, Lower Level Community Area

Join an imaginary band of heroes who brave dangerous situations. January 13 session for beginners only. Ages 18 and older. Registration required.

Documentary Screening: Owned: A Tale of Two Americas
Saturday, January 13 from 12 to 1:30 p.m.
South End Branch

Directed by Giorgio Angelini, this PBS documentary exposes how the American housing policy market has been manipulated for years in discriminatory ways. Presented in partnership with the Stamford MLK Committee.

Harry Bennett Branch Local Author Series: Gregg Sulzer
Saturday, January 13 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch

Gregg Sulzer, author of 27 Questions to Make You Sweat: A Workout Guide for the Soul, will deliver his lecture, Finding Your Inner Yogi. Sulzer’s talk will touch on themes found in his book, a collection of meditations that will guide you to consider your life in new ways. Registration required.

Silent Book Club
Saturday, January 13 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch

Read the book of your choice in the quiet company of others. Registration required.

MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS SERIES

Community Mindfulness Project: Meditation
Tuesday, January 9 from 12 to 1 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

A brief discussion about meditation practice followed by a guided meditation with a chance to share and reflect. Please arrive five minutes early.

FINANCES, CAREERS & TECHNOLOGY

TechXel Stamford Accelerator Series
Thursday, January 11 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. via Zoom
Leadership & Team Building

David Lyons, Principal, Den Corporate Advisors

Register by 12 p.m. on program date. Zoom invitations will be sent by 1 p.m. Register.

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. No appointment necessary.

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 25.

We Can Help Your Book Club

Need a suggestion for your book discussion group 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 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.

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. Book an appointment here or call 203-351-8221.

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 at the Main Library Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment only. For more information or to make an appointment call 203 351-8221.

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 am. 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 from 3 to 6 p.m.