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Empowering Stamford through free access to knowledge, ideas, and innovation. Passport services are available at the Main Library and Harry Bennett Branch.

The Ferguson Library is Stamford's award-winning public library with a Main Library downtown, three branches and a bookmobile. Call 203 964-1000 for information or fergusonlibrary.org. The Friends of The Ferguson Library operates a book shop at the Main Library and Harry Bennett Branch, which is open during library hours.

05/29/2026

Book bans are rising, and librarians are fighting back.

Stop by for a special screening of The Librarians, a powerful new documentary following librarians on the front lines of the battle for intellectual freedom and our First Amendment Rights.

From documentary filmmaker Kim A. Snyder (Newtown, Us Kids), her latest work explores what happens when the freedom to read comes under attack.

📍 Main Library, Dudley N. Williams, Jr. Auditorium
📅 Wednesday, June 24 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Learn more: https://www.fergusonlibrary.org/event/special-film-screening-librarians-85638

05/28/2026

In honor of Juneteenth, Harvard scholar Dr. Robert Livingston returns to the Ferguson Library to discuss his new book, Play the Game. Change the Game. Leave the Game: Pathways to Black Empowerment, Prosperity, and Joy.

In conversation with Michael Hyman, Dr. Livingston will explore how Black Americans can pursue prosperity, empowerment, and peace of mind despite the enduring realities of systemic racism.

Play the Game. Change the Game. Leave the Game has been longlisted for the Porchlight Business Book Award. A book sale and signing will follow the discussion.

Registration required: https://www.fergusonlibrary.org/event/evening-dr-robert-livingston-author-play-game-change-game-leave-game-pathways-black

05/27/2026

Power, corruption, fear, disinformation—how do democracies fight back?

Former U.S. Attorney and legal analyst Barbara McQuade discusses her new book, The Fix, in a timely conversation moderated by Asha Rangappa.

Drawing on decades as a federal prosecutor, McQuade examines how corruption, cruelty, and disinformation are used to erode democratic institutions, and what can be done to defend them.

Save your spot today: https://www.fergusonlibrary.org/event/fix-saving-america-corruption-mob-style-government-barbara-mcquade-85022

05/22/2026

All library facilities will be closed Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day Weekend. As we honor and remember those who served, we wish everyone a safe and relaxing holiday weekend. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 6 for By the People: Conversations Beyond 250 from the African American Experience.

Experience powerful drumming by Henry Jones, storytelling, food tastings by Chef Giovanni Green, and a special performance by The Blues and Beyond—an interactive musical journey through the history of African American music.

Presented in partnership with CT Humanities, The Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage, Stamford Kwanzaa Association and Stamford NAACP.

Learn more: https://www.fergusonlibrary.org/event/blues-and-beyond-87543

05/20/2026

Can nuclear power help solve the climate crisis, or does its future raise even bigger questions?

Join us for a timely conversation with nuclear energy expert Seth Grae, chairman and CEO of Lightbridge, as he explores the evolving role of nuclear power in America and around the world. From energy security and climate policy to global infrastructure, Grae will examine one of the most debated issues shaping our future.

Part of our Civility in America series, this event invites the community to engage with complex topics through informed, thoughtful dialogue.

Register today to save your spot: https://www.fergusonlibrary.org/event/civility-america-seth-grae-84804

05/18/2026

Books can help us understand ourselves, feel less alone and start conversations that matter.

For , we’re highlighting a selection of books that explore topics like anxiety, grief, healing and the many ways people navigate mental health.

Find these titles and more on the second floor at the Main Library, and at all our branches.

Looking for more support? Get in touch with Stamford Youth Mental Health Alliance to find tailored resources.

05/15/2026

Congratulations to Representative Matt Blumenthal on being recognized as Stamford’s recipient of the 2026 Connecticut Library Association Legislator of the Year Award.

Ferguson Library CEO Alice Knapp joined library leaders from across the state in celebrating Representative Blumenthal’s continued advocacy for libraries, literacy, and equitable access to information—including his leadership on fair eBook access legislation for Connecticut libraries.

We also extend our congratulations to this year’s fellow honorees: Representative Eleni Kavros DeGraw, Senator Bob Duff, Senate Majority Leader, State Senator Tony Hwang, and State Senator Ceci Maher.

Each of you have shown your dedication to being true allies and advocates for Connecticut's libraries.

05/14/2026

POV: The staff see the social media boy coming their way.

No librarians were harmed in the making of this reel…just mildly inconvenienced.

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96 Broad Street
Stamford, CT
06901

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+12039641000

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http://fergusonlibrary.org/

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