Don't Miss Early Registration For
A Novel Affair

Join us April 20 for A Novel Affair, an evening of food and festivities to benefit the library. We're delighted to honor Polly O'Brien Morrow and Pitney Bowes for their service to the library and the Stamford community. Early registration available through March 30. Purchase tickets here.

Programs

Saturday, March 25 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
South End Branch
Second installment of the series.

Co-sponsored by the Stamford NAACP and the Stamford MLK, Jr. Committee.

English Language Learners
Easy English for Beginners: Side by Side (Part 3)
Monday, March 20 and Thursday, March 23
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Third Floor Technology Center
Learn language and life skills through reading, speaking and writing. Registration required. Register at the Second Floor Reference Desk or by calling 203 351-8228. For information, email [email protected].

Let's Talk: Conversation Groups
Tuesday, March 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
In person
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Tuesday, March 21 via Zoom
New students welcome for English-language conversation groups.
New Students: noon to 12:30 p.m.
High Beginner: 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Low Intermediate: 2:30 p.m.
Advanced: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 22 via Zoom
High Intermediate: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Beginner: 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tech Tips for Older Adults
Tuesday, March 21 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
South End Branch, Second Floor Program Room
Free weekly tech help with our experienced bilingual English and Spanish team.

Community Mindfulness Project: Meditation
Tuesday, March 21 at 12 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
This 45-minute session will include a 30-minute guided meditation to help reset your nervous system and support your emotional and physical well-being. Please arrive five minutes early.

Meet Author Rebecca Fannin
Tuesday, March 21 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
First Floor New Materials Room
Author and tech journalist Rebecca Fannin will discuss her latest book, Silicon Heartland: Transforming the Midwest from Rust Belt to Tech Belt, a look into how tech ecosystems are retooling midsized heartland cities and Appalachian towns. Registration required.

*This program has a waitlist.
Ballroom Dance Workshop
Wednesday, March 22 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
The third installment of a four-part workshop covering the basics steps of the sultry rumba and high-spirited swing.
Registration required.

Mah-Jongg Club
Thursday, March 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch
Play mah-jongg with us. Beginners to advanced players welcome.

Outstanding Latina Women: A Celebration of International Women's Day
Thursday, March 23 from 6 to 8 p.m.
A presentation by Crisol Acuarela Arte y Culture and Grupo Quetzal in celebration of International Women's Day, featuring artist Yohanna Escamilla, community activist Carla Esquivel, educator Yazmin Iglesias, entrepreneur Mildred Reyes and health professional Muguette Maignan. A special recognition will be presented to Esly Garcia. Light refreshments will be served. All ages welcome.

Classic Movie Matinee
Friday, March 24 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch
Roman Holiday
A young European princess escapes her guardians during an official goodwill tour of Rome, then falls in love with the American newspaper reporter who serves as her guide. Starring Audrey Hepburn, Gregory Peck and Edie Albert. Rated G.

Happening Today!
Harry Bloch Family History Program
Book Illustrator Jerrard K. Polk
Saturday, March 18 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
An art and musical presentation by Jerrard K. Polk, illustrator of A Child's Introduction to Jazz: The Musicians, Culture and Roots of the World's Coolest Music. All ages welcome.

This program made possible by a generous donation from Louise Stern in memory of her brother, Harry Bloch.

Business, Careers & Technology

Summer Earn & Learn Enrollment
Wednesday, March 22 from 1 to 7 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Second Floor Group Study Room
Learn what it takes to be eligible for the Earn & Learn Program, which links youth and young adults to summer employment.

TechXel Stamford Accelerator Series Venture Expert Talks
Capital Tables & Valuation
Thursday, March 23 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. via Zoom
Charlotte Walker, Venture Investor
Charlotte Walker is Founder and President of TSF Management, Inc., a management consulting company; General Partner for The Seed Fund; and currently sits on the board of directors of Smartleaf, Inc., a fintech company. Registration required.

Fundamentals of 3D Printing
Saturday, March 25 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Third Floor Technology Center
Learn how to use slicing software to prepare a model to be printed on the library's new 3D printer. For teens and adults. Registration required.

Coming Soon

CrimeCONN Mystery Lovers' Conference
Saturday May 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Main Library, DiMattia Building
Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium

Fans and writers of whodunnits gather for the annual CrimeCONN Mystery Lovers' Conference.
Presented by the Friends of the Ferguson Library and the Mystery Writers of America/NY chapter, this day-long conference will examine the future of this popular genre. Join us to investigate the shape of things to come!

CrimeCONN will once again be a hybrid event with in-person and Zoom ticket options available.
Tickets purchased before April 6 are $40 per person. Tickets purchased after that date are $60 per person and $45 for MWA and Friends members, seniors and students. Livestream registration is $25 per person. Buy Tickets Here.

OnGoing At The Library

Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics
Tuesdays through Fridays in March from 1 to 5 p.m.
Lower Level Community Area
Free Covid-19 vaccines and boosters are available to adults and children from 1 to 5 p.m. No appointment necessary. Please bring your vaccine and insurance cards if you have them. In addition to primary vaccines, Pfizer and Moderna Bivariant boosters will be available Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays through March 31.

This clinic is offered in partnership with the Stamford Health Department and Griffin Health.

The library recently expanded its Passport Services to include new hours at our Harry Bennett Branch on Mondays between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
For information and a full schedule of our passport services at the Main Library (appointments and walk-ins) and Harry Bennett Branch (walk-ins only), visit our Passports page or call 203 351-8298.

AARP Tax Assistance
Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch
Trained tax counselors from AARP will offer help with basic federal and Connecticut income tax returns. For more information, including a list of required documents for tax filing and how to file online visit our Income Tax Resources Page.

This assistance will continue at the Harry Bennett Branch through April 17.

Tell Your Story Project
We have resumed our oral history project, Tell Your Story, an effort to capture Stamford's history through the lives of its residents. If you are a long-time resident and would like to share memories of growing up in Stamford, please let us know. We welcome photos and other memorabilia, too. You can experience the stories we have collected so far by visiting the Ferguson Library Digital Archive at fergusonlibraryarchive.org. If you are interested contact Frank Skornia at [email protected] or 203 351-8220.

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 and 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
Wednesdays from 2 to 4 p.m.
Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch
Our notary public is available to notarize your paperwork for free. By appointment only. For information or to make an appointment, call 203 351-8292.

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.

Community Goings On

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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