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Thursday, November 5

Chess ClubFREE

Chess Club

The Ferguson Library — Harry Bennett Branch · Stamford

Learn from chess experts how to play and develop strategies in this popular game. Bring a friend or join on your own. Ages 5 and older. Registration required. Presented in partnership with RedBandit Chess.

Ages 5–11

Saturday, November 7

Book Donation DaystorytimeFREE

Book Donation Day

The Ferguson Library — Harry Bennett Branch · Stamford

Support the library by bringing your gently used books to the Friends Book Shop. Please bring no more than two boxes of bags of books, CDs or DVDs. Donations can also be accepted at the Main Library any time during library hours.

Family

Monday, November 9

Tuesday, November 10

Wednesday, November 11

Friday, November 13

Space Story TimestorytimeFREE

Space Story Time

The Ferguson Library — Harry Bennett Branch · Stamford

An out of this world Space Story Time, where we will share some of our favorite stories about the universe and beyond. Ages 6 and younger. Registration appreciated. Presented in partnership with the Stamford Museum & Nature Center.

Up to age 6

Monday, November 16

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Sing & StompmusicFREE

Sing & Stomp

The Ferguson Library · Stamford

Drop in for a song and dance party featuring rhymes and great children's music. Ages 18 months to 4 years.

Ages 18 mo–4 yrDrop-in
Tiny TunesmusicFREE

Tiny Tunes

The Ferguson Library — South End Branch · Stamford

Whether you're a crawler, walker or runner, bring your energy and moves to this music-based playgroup. Ages 4 and younger with an accompanying caregiver.

Up to age 4
Budding BookwormsstorytimeFREE

Budding Bookworms

The Ferguson Library — Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch · Stamford

Storytime for preschoolers who enjoy longer stories and a book discussion. We will focus on developing an understanding of story format and fostering a continued love of reading. Crafts will be related to the theme and will promote following directions and fine motor skills. Simple craft projects will be paired with the theme of the stories. Ages 3 to 5 with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required.

Ages 3–5
Homework HubFREE

Homework Hub

The Ferguson Library — South End Branch · Stamford

Get comfortable and get your homework done as you enjoy a snack. Grades 1 to 8. Held at The Ferguson Library — South End Branch for ages 5y-11y, free to attend.

Ages 6–14
Waterside Book SquadstorytimeFREE

Waterside Book Squad

The Ferguson Library — Waterside Branch at the PAL Center · Stamford

Book club discussion, craft and treat. All books are available at the Waterside Branch. Books to be discussed are: October 2026: The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street by Lindsay Currie November 2026: We're Not From Here by Geoff Rodkey January 2027: Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt March 2027: From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks April 2027: Quicksand Pond by Janet Taylor Lisle May 2027: Book Discussion Gumbo Ages 8 to 12. Registration required.

Ages 8–12
Family StorytimestorytimeFREE

Family Storytime

The Ferguson Library · Stamford

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. Registration opens six days before storytime date.

Ages 18 mo–5 yr
Halloween BingoFREE

Halloween Bingo

The Ferguson Library · Stamford

Wear your favorite costume and enjoy a kid-friendly game of Halloween Bingo. Ages 5 to 12. Registration required.

Ages 5–12