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Subscribe to Ferguson's Events RSS Feed| Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:00 AM |
| Microsoft Excel in Four Easy Lessons Location: Harry Bennett Branch Learn Microsoft Excel in four easy classes. Taught by Frank Hajdu, NCC instructor. Call 203 351-8292 for more information or to get on the waiting list. (This class is full). |
| Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Harry Bennett Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed) | 2:30 PM |
| Sing-along Location: Harry Bennett Branch Wednesday, March 17 at 2:30 p.m.Original children's music and traditional songs. Sing-along for the whole family. Ages 3 and up with families. |
| Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed) | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Basic Computers Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 3 - 4:30 p.m.Four part series on computer basics, including PC hardware, Windows 2003, desktop, menus, files and troubleshooting. Call 203 351-8239 to register. Reg. opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed) | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Basic Computers Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Four class series on computer basics, including pc hardware, Windows 2003, desktop, menus, files and more. |
| Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed) | 4:45 PM - 6:15 PM |
| Basic Microsoft Word Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 4:45 - 6:15 p.m.Four part series. Learn the ins and outs of Microsoft Word 2003. Call 203 351-8239 to register. Registration opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed) | 6:30 PM |
| Let's Talk English Conversation Groups Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Learn to speak English at this free drop-in conversation group. For more information call 203 351-8228. |
| Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu) | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| 1, 2, 3—LI-BRA-RY! Parent-Child Playshops Location: South End Branch Activities to foster early childhood development and literacy. Free play, music, movement, stories, books, crafts. Ages 2 – 3 with an adult. Registration recommended.South End Branch—Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Session I: Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 4, 11 Session II: Mar. 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8, 22, 29 Call 203 351-8280 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu) | 10:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Main Library lobby A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Step Ahead Location: Main Library A preschool program with stories, music and movement using puppets, flannel boards and videos. Ages 3 to 5. No registration required for individuals. Groups must call ahead to reserve a space. 203 351-8242.Main Library—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Continuous session: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu) | 12:00 PM |
| Writing Women Back into History: Women's History Month Event Location: South End Branch Thursday, March 18 at NoonScharlene Ruffin, facility receptionist at CTE, highlights women who have made a difference in our community and the world. South End Branch |
| Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu) | 12:00 PM |
| Film - Two Lovers Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Third Thursday at NoonMarch 18 at Noon Two Lovers A depressed young man moves back home and finds himself torn between the family friend his parents wish he would marry, and his beautiful, but volatile new neighbor. With Joaquin Phoenix ,Gwyneth Paltrow and Isabella Rossellini. Directed by James Gray. Rated R. 2008. 100 minutes |
| Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu) | 6:00 PM |
| College Discussion Club Location: Harry Bennett Branch Thursday, March 18 at 6 p.m. Harry Bennett Branch Conference RoomSaturday, March 20 at 10:30 Harry Bennett Branch Auditorium For students and parents interested in exploring college and career related topics. Come to one or both sessions. Facilitators Bryan Choi and Susan Stanton have both worked extensively with high school students planning for college. Call 203 351-8292 to register. |
| Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu) | 6:30 PM |
| Let's Talk: English Conversation Groups - South End Branch Location: South End Branch Thursdays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 6:30 p.m.Practice your English at this informal drop-in conversation group. Call 203 351-8280 for more information. South End Branch |
| Mar 19th, 2010 (Fri) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Mar 19th, 2010 (Fri) | 4:15 PM |
| Afterschool Fun Location: Harry Bennett Branch Friday, March 19 at 4:15 p.m.Usher in spring with stories that involve paper folding, and take home a fun paper craft. Grades K – 3. Registration required. Call 203 351-8294. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Learn ESL on the Computer Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Saturdays, March 6 & 20 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. Call 203 351-8221 to register. Registration opens Feb. 22
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| Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:30 AM |
| Booktivity Location: South End Branch Saturday, March 13 & 20 at 10:30 a.m.Books, songs and art in Spanish and English. Ages 2 - 5 with adult. Registration suggested. Call 203-351-8280. South End Branch |
| Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:30 AM |
| College Discussion Club Location: Harry Bennett Branch Saturday, March 20 at 10:30 a.m. Harry Bennett Branch AuditoriumFor students and parents interested in exploring college and career related topics. Facilitators Bryan Choi and Susan Stanton have both worked extensively with high school students planning for college. Call 203 351-8292 to register. |
| Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) | 11:00 AM |
| Story hour for children with visual impairments Location: Main Library Lower Level Program Room Saturday, March 20 at 11 a.m. Interactive program using props, large print, and Braille materials. Each child will take home a story kit, including a Braille copy of Jump Frog Jump by www.amazon.com=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1266597005&sr=8-1">Robert Kalan. Registration required. Call 351-8243. Co-sponsored by the Special Needs Center at The Ferguson Library, and the Connecticut Board of Education Services for the Blind. Main Library Lower Level Program Room |
| Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Microsoft Word Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Saturday, March 20 from 2 - 3:30 p.m. Call 203 351-8221 to register. Reg. opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) | 2:00 PM |
| Animal Embassy Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Saturday, March 20 at 2 p.m. Animal expert Chris Evers of Animal Embassy stops by the library with some of his animal friends. Ages 5 - 10. |
| Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun) | 1:30 PM |
| Sunday Afternoon at the Movies Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Capitalism: A Love StorySunday, March 21 at 1:30 p.m. Director Michael Moore takes an unflinching look at the price American pays for its love of capitalism. 2009. 120 minutes. |
| Mar 22nd, 2010 (Mon) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. |
| Mar 22nd, 2010 (Mon) | 1:30 PM |
| Preschool Storytime Location: Harry Bennett Branch A storytime that offers reading aloud, storytelling, songs and fingerplays. Ages 3 to 5.Harry Bennett Branch—Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Session I: Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 22, Mar. 1, 8 Session II: Mar. 22, 29, Apr. 5, 19, 26, May 3 Registration required. Call 351-8294. Drop-ins accepted if space allows. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue) | 10:15 AM |
| Baby Time Location: Main Library Give your baby a great start at this program featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Pre-walking babies with an adult. Registration required. Call 203 351-8243.Main Library—Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Main Library Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Harry Bennett Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue) | 1:30 PM |
| Probate: What Every Family Needs to Know Location: Harry Bennett Branch Tuesday, March 23 at 1:30 p.m.Money manager Julie Jason, author of Julie Jason’s Guide to Connecticut Probate, discusses the importance of understanding the probate process ahead of time. Book sale and signing. |
| Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue) | 6:00 PM |
| Enlightening the Mind Child Adult Book Club Location: South End Branch Tuesdays at 6 p.m.March 23 - Orientation and dinner April 6, 20 May 4, 18 June 1, 15 Two separate book clubs for students in grades 3 – 6 and 7 – 12. Caregivers asked to participate too. Books and dinner provided. Babysitting available upon request. Call 203 351-8280 to register. |
| Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. |
| Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Harry Bennett Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed) | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Basic Computers Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Four class series on computer basics, including pc hardware, Windows 2003, desktop, menus, files and more. |
| Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed) | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Basic Computers Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 3 - 4:30 p.m.Four part series on computer basics, including PC hardware, Windows 2003, desktop, menus, files and troubleshooting. Call 203 351-8239 to register. Reg. opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed) | 4:45 PM - 6:15 PM |
| Basic Microsoft Word Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 4:45 - 6:15 p.m.Four part series. Learn the ins and outs of Microsoft Word 2003. Call 203 351-8239 to register. Registration opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed) | 6:30 PM |
| Let's Talk English Conversation Groups Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Learn to speak English at this free drop-in conversation group. For more information call 203 351-8228. |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| 1, 2, 3—LI-BRA-RY! Parent-Child Playshops Location: South End Branch Activities to foster early childhood development and literacy. Free play, music, movement, stories, books, crafts. Ages 2 – 3 with an adult. Registration recommended.South End Branch—Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Session I: Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 4, 11 Session II: Mar. 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8, 22, 29 Call 203 351-8280 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 10:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Main Library lobby A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Step Ahead Location: Main Library A preschool program with stories, music and movement using puppets, flannel boards and videos. Ages 3 to 5. No registration required for individuals. Groups must call ahead to reserve a space. 203 351-8242.Main Library—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Continuous session: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 2:00 PM - 3:25 PM |
| Microsoft Word in Spanish Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Thursday, March 25 from 2 - 3:30 p.m. Call 203 351-8221 to register. Reg. opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 4:00 PM |
| Kids Book Discussion Location: Main Library Lower Level Program Room Thursday, March 25 at 4 p.m.No Talking by Andrew Clements – a 2010 Nutmeg Book Award Nominee Thursday, March 25 at 4 p.m. Something strange is going on with the way-too-talkative class nicknamed the “unshushables” – they have fallen silent. Grades 3-5. Refreshments and door prizes. Registration required. Call 203 351-8242. Main Library Lower Level Program Room |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 6:30 PM |
| Let's Talk: English Conversation Groups - South End Branch Location: South End Branch Thursdays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 6:30 p.m.Practice your English at this informal drop-in conversation group. Call 203 351-8280 for more information. South End Branch |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 6:30 PM |
| Let's Talk English Conversation Groups Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Thursdays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 6:30 p.m.Practice your English at this informal drop-in conversation group. South End Branch |
| Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu) | 7:00 PM |
| Pajama Storytime Location: Harry Bennett Branch Thursday, March 25 at 7 p.m.Stories and songs for the whole family. Wear your pajamas if you like. Ages 3 ½ and up. Families welcome. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. |
| Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) | 11:00 AM |
| eBay Selling Demystified Location: Harry Bennett Branch Saturday, March 27 at 11 a.m.Learn how to to cash in by selling your items on eBay. Taught by Frank Hajdu, NCC instructor. |
| Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Poetry Slam Workshop Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Saturday, March 27 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.Elizabeth Thomas, poet and coach of the Connecticut National Youth Poetry Slam Team, conducts poetry workshop. Bring your work in progress. Light lunch included. Register online or call 203-351-8237. Read your poems on Sunday, March 28 at 2 p.m. at the Library's Poet's Voice program. |
| Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) | 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Excel Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Saturday, March 27 from 2 - 3:30 p.m.Call 203 351-8221 to register. Reg. opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun) | 2:00 PM |
| The Poet's Voice Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Sunday, March 28 at 2 p.m.Connecticut poet Elizabeth Thomas shares her work. Readings to follow from poetry slam workshop students. |
| Mar 29th, 2010 (Mon) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Mar 29th, 2010 (Mon) | 1:30 PM |
| Preschool Storytime Location: Harry Bennett Branch A storytime that offers reading aloud, storytelling, songs and fingerplays. Ages 3 to 5.Harry Bennett Branch—Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Session I: Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 22, Mar. 1, 8 Session II: Mar. 22, 29, Apr. 5, 19, 26, May 3 Registration required. Call 351-8294. Drop-ins accepted if space allows. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue) | 10:15 AM |
| Baby Time Location: Main Library Give your baby a great start at this program featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Pre-walking babies with an adult. Registration required. Call 203 351-8243.Main Library—Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Harry Bennett Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Main Library Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Harry Bennett Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed) | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Basic Computers Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 3 - 4:30 p.m.Four part series on computer basics, including PC hardware, Windows 2003, desktop, menus, files and troubleshooting. Call 203 351-8239 to register. Reg. opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed) | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Basic Computers Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Four class series on computer basics, including pc hardware, Windows 2003, desktop, menus, files and more. |
| Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed) | 4:45 PM - 6:15 PM |
| Basic Microsoft Word Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 4:45 - 6:15 p.m.Four part series. Learn the ins and outs of Microsoft Word 2003. Call 203 351-8239 to register. Registration opens Feb. 22 |
| Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed) | 6:30 PM |
| Let's Talk English Conversation Groups Location: Main Library Third Floor Auditorium Learn to speak English at this free drop-in conversation group. For more information call 203 351-8228. |
| Apr 1st, 2010 (Thu) | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| 1, 2, 3—LI-BRA-RY! Parent-Child Playshops Location: South End Branch Activities to foster early childhood development and literacy. Free play, music, movement, stories, books, crafts. Ages 2 – 3 with an adult. Registration recommended.South End Branch—Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Session I: Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 4, 11 Session II: Mar. 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8, 22, 29 Call 203 351-8280 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 1st, 2010 (Thu) | 10:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Main Library lobby A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 1st, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Step Ahead Location: Main Library A preschool program with stories, music and movement using puppets, flannel boards and videos. Ages 3 to 5. No registration required for individuals. Groups must call ahead to reserve a space. 203 351-8242.Main Library—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Continuous session: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 1st, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 1st, 2010 (Thu) | 6:30 PM |
| Let's Talk: English Conversation Groups - South End Branch Location: South End Branch Thursdays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 6:30 p.m.Practice your English at this informal drop-in conversation group. Call 203 351-8280 for more information. South End Branch |
| Apr 2nd, 2010 (Fri) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 3rd, 2010 (Sat) | 2:00 PM |
| Film - An Education Location: Other Saturday, April 3 at 2 p.m. Jeremy Richard Library, UCONN A suburban London teen finds her traditional education replaced by something more sinister when a worldly suitor sweeps her off her feet. With Carey Mulligan, Peter Sarsgaard, Emma Thompson and Alfred Molina. Directed by Lone Scherfig. Rated PG-13. 2009. UK. 96 minutes. |
| Apr 5th, 2010 (Mon) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 5th, 2010 (Mon) | 1:30 PM |
| Preschool Storytime Location: Harry Bennett Branch A storytime that offers reading aloud, storytelling, songs and fingerplays. Ages 3 to 5.Harry Bennett Branch—Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Session I: Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 22, Mar. 1, 8 Session II: Mar. 22, 29, Apr. 5, 19, 26, May 3 Registration required. Call 351-8294. Drop-ins accepted if space allows. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 5th, 2010 (Mon) | 5:00 PM |
| The Race to College Location: Harry Bennett Branch Monday, April 5 at 5 p.m.PSAT analysis and learning about college options. Presented by Claire Friedlander, Jewish Family Service College Consultant. Grades 8 – 11 and parents. |
| Apr 6th, 2010 (Tue) | 10:15 AM |
| Baby Time Location: Main Library Give your baby a great start at this program featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Pre-walking babies with an adult. Registration required. Call 203 351-8243.Main Library—Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 6th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 6th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Main Library Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 6th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Harry Bennett Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 6th, 2010 (Tue) | 6:00 PM |
| Enlightening the Mind Child Adult Book Club Location: South End Branch Tuesdays at 6 p.m.March 23 - Orientation and dinner April 6, 20 May 4, 18 June 1, 15 Two separate book clubs for students in grades 3 – 6 and 7 – 12. Caregivers asked to participate too. Books and dinner provided. Babysitting available upon request. Call 203 351-8280 to register. |
| Apr 7th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 7th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Harry Bennett Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 7th, 2010 (Wed) | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Basic Computers Location: Main Library Third Floor Computer Lab Wednesdays, March 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Four class series on computer basics, including pc hardware, Windows 2003, desktop, menus, files and more. |
| Apr 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| 1, 2, 3—LI-BRA-RY! Parent-Child Playshops Location: South End Branch Activities to foster early childhood development and literacy. Free play, music, movement, stories, books, crafts. Ages 2 – 3 with an adult. Registration recommended.South End Branch—Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Session I: Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 4, 11 Session II: Mar. 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8, 22, 29 Call 203 351-8280 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 10:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Main Library lobby A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Step Ahead Location: Main Library A preschool program with stories, music and movement using puppets, flannel boards and videos. Ages 3 to 5. No registration required for individuals. Groups must call ahead to reserve a space. 203 351-8242.Main Library—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Continuous session: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 6:30 PM |
| Let's Talk: English Conversation Groups - South End Branch Location: South End Branch Thursdays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 6:30 p.m.Practice your English at this informal drop-in conversation group. Call 203 351-8280 for more information. South End Branch |
| Apr 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 6:30 PM |
| Film - The Blind Side Location: Other Thursday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m. Jeremy Richard Library, UCONN A homeless teen becomes a star athlete with the support of the well-to-do family that takes him in. With Sandra Bullock, Quinton Aaron and Tim McGraw. Directed by John Lee Hancock. Rated PG-13. 2009. USA. 126 minutes. |
| Apr 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 7:00 PM |
| Storytelling Anon Location: Harry Bennett Branch Storytelling Anon…Now and Again.Thursday, April 8 at 7 p.m. Professional storytellers and newbies alike come together to celebrate the art of storytelling. Bring a story to share, or just listen. For adults. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 9th, 2010 (Fri) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 10th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:00 AM |
| Computer Security and Speedups Location: Harry Bennett Branch Saturday, April 10 at 10 a.m. Learn how to protect your computer from viruses, spyware and other malicious software. Bring a thumb drive so you can install a copy at home. Presented by Frank Hajdu, Registered Microsoft Partner and Certified Information System Security Professional. |
| Apr 10th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:30 AM |
| Toddler Time Location: Main Library Active participation in songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Ages 1 ½ to 3 ½ with adult. Drop-in program, no registration required.Main Library—Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. April 10, May 8, June 5 Harry Bennett Branch—Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. January 9, February 6, March 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 12th, 2010 (Mon) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 13th, 2010 (Tue) | 3:00 PM |
| Alex the Jester Location: Harry Bennett Branch Tuesday, April 13 at 3 p.m. Alex the jester will delight you with his daring stunts, physical comedy and mind bending sight gags. You won’t believe your eyes, or be able to stop laughing! Ages 5 and up with families.
Registration is strongly recommended. Call 203-351-8294. |
| Apr 14th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Free Tax Help Location: Harry Bennett Branch Free Tax Counseling from AARP Tax-AideMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free tax assistance to low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. No appointment needed. Bring all your 2009 tax documents and a copy of your 2008 returns. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 14th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:15 AM - 6:00 PM |
| American Red Cross Babysitting Certification Location: Harry Bennett Branch Wednesday, April 14, from 11:15 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Upgrade your babysitting skills. Earn official American Red Cross certification to babysit newborns through age seven. Practical training with emphasis on safety. Ages 12 – 18. Registration required. You must be available to attend the full day. Call 203-351-8294. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 14th, 2010 (Wed) | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Children's Film Festival Location: Main Library Lower Level Program Room Wednesday, April 14 from 2-4 p.m. Enjoy some of the year's best short films for children, including Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, winner of the 2010 Carnegie Award. Ages 5-10. Main Library Lower Level Program Room |
| Apr 15th, 2010 (Thu) | 4:00 PM |
| Kids Book Discussion Location: Main Library Lower Level Program Room The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick Winner of the Caldecott Medal Thursday April 15 at 4 p.m. An orphan and thief, Hugo lives in the walls of a Paris train station with a secret he must protect, but a bookish girl and a bitter old man threaten to jeopardize his cover. Grades 3 - 5. Call 203 351-8242 to register. Main Library Lower Level Program Room |
| Apr 15th, 2010 (Thu) | 6:30 PM |
| Film - Crazy Heart Location: Other Thursday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m. Jeremy Richard Library, UCONN A worn-out country singer meets a reporter who gives him a chance at redemption. With Jeff Bridges, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Robert Duvall. Rated R. Directed by Scott Cooper. 2009. USA. 111 minutes. |
| Apr 17th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:30 AM |
| Toddler Time Location: Main Library Active participation in songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Ages 1 ½ to 3 ½ with adult. Drop-in program, no registration required.Main Library—Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. April 10, May 8, June 5 Harry Bennett Branch—Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. January 9, February 6, March 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 19th, 2010 (Mon) | 1:30 PM |
| Preschool Storytime Location: Harry Bennett Branch A storytime that offers reading aloud, storytelling, songs and fingerplays. Ages 3 to 5.Harry Bennett Branch—Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Session I: Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 22, Mar. 1, 8 Session II: Mar. 22, 29, Apr. 5, 19, 26, May 3 Registration required. Call 351-8294. Drop-ins accepted if space allows. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 20th, 2010 (Tue) | 10:15 AM |
| Baby Time Location: Main Library Give your baby a great start at this program featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Pre-walking babies with an adult. Registration required. Call 203 351-8243.Main Library—Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 20th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Main Library Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 20th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 20th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Harry Bennett Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 20th, 2010 (Tue) | 6:00 PM |
| Enlightening the Mind Child Adult Book Club Location: South End Branch Tuesdays at 6 p.m.March 23 - Orientation and dinner April 6, 20 May 4, 18 June 1, 15 Two separate book clubs for students in grades 3 – 6 and 7 – 12. Caregivers asked to participate too. Books and dinner provided. Babysitting available upon request. Call 203 351-8280 to register. |
| Apr 21st, 2010 (Wed) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Harry Bennett Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 22nd, 2010 (Thu) | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| 1, 2, 3—LI-BRA-RY! Parent-Child Playshops Location: South End Branch Activities to foster early childhood development and literacy. Free play, music, movement, stories, books, crafts. Ages 2 – 3 with an adult. Registration recommended.South End Branch—Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Session I: Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 4, 11 Session II: Mar. 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8, 22, 29 Call 203 351-8280 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 22nd, 2010 (Thu) | 10:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Main Library lobby A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 22nd, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Step Ahead Location: Main Library A preschool program with stories, music and movement using puppets, flannel boards and videos. Ages 3 to 5. No registration required for individuals. Groups must call ahead to reserve a space. 203 351-8242.Main Library—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Continuous session: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 22nd, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 22nd, 2010 (Thu) | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| College Discussion Club Location: Harry Bennett Branch Thursday, April 22 from 6 – 8 p.m.Bring your questions and concerns to this informal question and answer session. High school students and their parents. Call 203 351-8292 for more information. Harry Bennett Branch |
| Apr 22nd, 2010 (Thu) | 6:30 PM |
| The Sunshine on My Face Location: Harry Bennett Branch Thursday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m. Psychologist Lydia Burdick discusses her book, The Sunshine on My Face: A Read-Aloud Book for Memory-Challenged Adults. The book, which she wrote while caring for her mother, is designed for memory-challenged adults to read with a companion. |
| Apr 23rd, 2010 (Fri) | 4:15 PM |
| Afterschool Fun Location: Harry Bennett Branch Friday, April 23 at 4:15 p.m.Wacky Friday. Embrace April silliness with funny stories and crafts. Grades K – 3. Registration required. Call 203 351-8294. |
| Apr 24th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:30 AM |
| Sing Me a Story Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Saturday, April 24 at 10:30 a.m.The Ferguson’s ‘Dr. Ev’ leads a morning of music. Ages 3 – 8. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch |
| Apr 24th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:30 AM |
| Toddler Time Location: Main Library Active participation in songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Ages 1 ½ to 3 ½ with adult. Drop-in program, no registration required.Main Library—Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. April 10, May 8, June 5 Harry Bennett Branch—Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. January 9, February 6, March 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 24th, 2010 (Sat) | 11:00 AM |
| Sensory Storytime Location: Harry Bennett Branch A sensory-rich mix of songs, movement, a story and a special sensory activity. Orientation required for children with sensory processing disorder/autism. Ages 3 to 5 with a participating caregiver. Registration required. Main Library—Saturdays at 11 a.m. Session I: Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 6, 13 (Feb. 13, orientation for children with special needs) Call 203 351-8242. Harry Bennett Branch – Saturdays at 11 a.m. Session II: May 1, 8, 15, 22, (April 24, orientation for children with special needs) Call 203 351-8294. Presented by The Ferguson Library’s Special Needs Center. Funded by a generous grant from the Abilis Community Foundation. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 26th, 2010 (Mon) | 1:30 PM |
| Preschool Storytime Location: Harry Bennett Branch A storytime that offers reading aloud, storytelling, songs and fingerplays. Ages 3 to 5.Harry Bennett Branch—Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Session I: Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 22, Mar. 1, 8 Session II: Mar. 22, 29, Apr. 5, 19, 26, May 3 Registration required. Call 351-8294. Drop-ins accepted if space allows. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 27th, 2010 (Tue) | 10:15 AM |
| Baby Time Location: Main Library Give your baby a great start at this program featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Pre-walking babies with an adult. Registration required. Call 203 351-8243.Main Library—Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 27th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Harry Bennett Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 27th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 27th, 2010 (Tue) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Main Library Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 28th, 2010 (Wed) | 11:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Harry Bennett Branch A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 28th, 2010 (Wed) | 5:00 PM |
| South End Branch 40th Anniversary Celebration Location: South End Branch Wednesday, April 28 from 5 - 7 p.m. The Ferguson Library's South End Branch celebrates 40 years of community service. Followed by Poetry and Jazz in the Library at 7 p.m. South End Branch |
| Apr 29th, 2010 (Thu) | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| 1, 2, 3—LI-BRA-RY! Parent-Child Playshops Location: South End Branch Activities to foster early childhood development and literacy. Free play, music, movement, stories, books, crafts. Ages 2 – 3 with an adult. Registration recommended.South End Branch—Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Session I: Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 4, 11 Session II: Mar. 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8, 22, 29 Call 203 351-8280 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 29th, 2010 (Thu) | 10:15 AM |
| Two’s Company Location: Main Library lobby A special toddler program featuring picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, music and movement. Two-year-olds with an adult. Registration required at all locations.Main Library—Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 24 Session II: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Session III: April 7, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial and Hollander Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 29th, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Mother Goose Location: Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch Rhymes, picture books, flannel boards, music and movement for walking babies up to two years with an adult. Registration required at all locations. Main Library—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8242 to register. Harry Bennett Branch—Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 23 Session II: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session III: Apr. 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Call 203 351-8294 to register. Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Session I: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 Session II: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 Session III: Apr. 8, 22, 29, May 6 Call 203 351-8287 to register. Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 29th, 2010 (Thu) | 11:15 AM |
| Step Ahead Location: Main Library A preschool program with stories, music and movement using puppets, flannel boards and videos. Ages 3 to 5. No registration required for individuals. Groups must call ahead to reserve a space. 203 351-8242.Main Library—Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. Continuous session: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6 Storytime registration begins Monday, January 4, 2010 at all branches. You must register in person on the first day, after that you may register over the phone. Registration will remain open until the programs are full. No programs are held when Stamford schools are closed. First preference given to Stamford residents. |
| Apr 29th, 2010 (Thu) | 7:00 PM |
| Pajama Storytime Location: Harry Bennett Branch Thursday, April 29 at 7 p.m. Stories and songs for the whole family. Wear your pajamas if you like. Ages 3 ½ and up. Harry Bennett Branch |