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Skip Broadway and enjoy an afternoon of free live theater at The Ferguson Library, as M&M Productions Acting Company presents the witty and entertaining comedy “Almost, Maine,” on Saturday, April 21 at 2 p.m. at the Main Library, Bedford & Broad Streets, Stamford.
As the northern lights hover in the sky, residents of the mythical town “Almost” find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways.
The production, written by John Cariani and directed by Larry Schneider, will be held in The Library’s third floor auditorium. For more information call 203 351-8231.
All our programs are generously supported by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.
Babysitting Certification Class
Friday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Harry Bennett Branch
Teens can upgrade their babysitting skills and earn official American Red Cross certification to babysit newborns through age seven. Participants will receive practical training with an emphasis on safety. For ages 12 to 18. Registration required and participants must attend the full day. For information call 203 351-8294.
Get help wading through the often confusing rule changes to Medicare and Medicaid at The Ferguson Library.
Chris Crain, program director of the South Western Connecticut Agency on Aging, will make sense of the government-run health insurance programs on Thursday, April 19 at 6 p.m. at The Main Library, Bedford & Broad Streets, Stamford.
The program will be held in the Rotary Literacy and Conference Room. Registration is required. Register at www.fergusonlibrary.org. Click on calendar or call 203 351-8227. All our programs are generously supported by the Friends of The Ferguson Library.
Grab your binoculars and find out what you need for an African safari.
The program, “Traveling Africa,” will be held at The Ferguson Library’s Harry Bennett Branch, 115 Vine Road, on Wednesday, April 18 at 6 p.m.
Participants will get advice on traveling in Africa from AAA travel specialists. For information call 203 351-8292. All our programs are generously supported by the Friends of the Ferguson Library. This program is co-sponsored by AAA Travel.
Tuesday, April 17 at 2 p.m.
Main Library Third Floor Auditorium
What makes a balloon float or a rocket soar? Learn about air pressure and the forces of flight. Presented by The Children’s Museum of Connecticut. Grades kindergarten and up.
As part of an ongoing program to promote traditional Chinese culture, The Ferguson Library is offering an origami craft on Sunday, April 15 at 2 p.m. in the Main Library’s Third Floor Auditorium.
Participants will learn how to make a paper lotus flower pendant for a bookmark. The lotus flower represents long life, health, honor and good luck. This program is free for adults, and families are welcome.
This program is generously supported by the Friends of The Ferguson Library and the Connecticut Chinese Culture Association. For more information call 203 351-8221.
Say it in Clay!
Thursday, April 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Main Library Lower Level Program Room
Make a clay platter that tells a story. Your kiln-baked creation will be ready in two weeks. Registration required. Call 203 351-8243.
SECOND SATURDAY CINEMA
Saturday, April 14 at 2 p.m.
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
Journalist Mikael Blomkvist and a mysterious computer hacker travel to a remote island in Sweden to investigate a 40-year-old unsolved murder case. With Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara and Christopher Plummer. Based on the first book of Stieg Larsson’s electrifying trilogy. Directed by David Fincher. Rated R. USA.2011. 158 minutes.
Celebrate Earth Day
Monday, April 16 at 2:30 and 4 p.m. (two sessions)
Harry Bennett Branch
Interactive collage class with children’s book author/illustrator Nancy Elizabeth Wallace. Grades kindergarten and up. Registration required. Call 203 351-8294.
Sensory Story Tots
Saturdays, April 14, 21, & 28 at 11 a.m.
Main Library Lower Level Program Room
Introduce your special needs child to the library with this welcoming “parent and me” program. Children ages 18 months through 3 years with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) or sensory processing issues. Registration required. Call 203 351-8242.
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