Ferguson Library offers March kids and teen programs in Stamford

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Ferguson Library (1 Public Library Plaza, Stamford, CT 06901) is hosting a wide variety of programs for children and teens throughout March, offering storytimes, art workshops, STEM activities, and more. All programs are generously supported by the Friends of the Ferguson Library.

Families with children from birth through kindergarten can participate in 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, a nationwide reading challenge aimed at fostering early literacy.

Young artists can enter the library’s Teen Art Contest (grades 6–12) and Kids’ Bookmark Design Contest (grades K–6), with winners receiving gift certificates and their creations featured in library materials. Entries are open through April 6, and AI-generated submissions are not allowed.

March 2026 programs

Sensory Storytime – March 10 & 17, 11–11:30 a.m., Harry Bennett Branch, for ages 3–6.
Preschooler Puzzle Mania – March 10, 2:30–3:15 p.m., Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch, ages 2½–4.
Cookies & Coloring – March 10, 4–4:45 p.m., Harry Bennett Branch, ages 5 and up.
Storytime Stomp – March 12 & 26, Harry Bennett Branch, a song-and-dance program for all ages.
Kindergarten Prep – March 12, 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m., Main Library, DiMattia Building, for ages 3–5.
Little Picassos Art Club – March 13, 4–5 p.m., Harry Bennett Branch, ages 2 and up.
Silent Book Club – March 14, 2–3 p.m., Harry Bennett Branch, teens and adults.
Build & Create – March 14, 2–3:30 p.m., Main Library, DiMattia Building, ages 5 and older.
LGBTQ+ Social Book Club – March 14, 3–4 p.m., Harry Bennett Branch, teens and adults.
LEGO® Play Day – March 17, 4–4:45 p.m., Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch, ages 5–12.
Baby Social Club – March 19, 10:30–11:30 a.m., Main Library, DiMattia Building, for caregivers and children up to 5 years.
Meet Medha Singhania, Author of Goldeta – March 21, 10:30–11:30 a.m., Harry Bennett Branch, ages 3 and up.
Read to a Therapy Dog – March 21, 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Harry Bennett Branch, ages 5–12.
Mush with Karen Land and Her Sled Dog Sophia – March 22, 2–3 p.m., Main Library, DiMattia Building, for all ages.
Women’s Self-Defense Workshop – March 22, 2–3:30 p.m., Main Library, DiMattia Building, teens and adults.

Programs cover a broad range of interests including music, art, STEM, movement, literacy, and life skills. Registration is required for most events, and details are available at fergusonlibrary.org/events or by calling 203-964-1000.

These March programs continue Ferguson Library’s commitment to engaging children, teens, and families through interactive, educational, and creative activities.

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