Shake, Rattle and Read; Chess; Fine Art -- Kids Activities at Stamford's Ferguson Library

From the Ferguson Library.

Here’s a list of programs for kids during the month of January. The DiMattia Main Library is located at the corner of Bedford & Broad Streets in Stamford. The Harry Bennett Branch is located at 115 Vine Road, Stamford. The South End Branch is located at 34 Woodland Avenue, Stamford. The Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch is located at 1143 Hope Street, Stamford.

All programs are generously supported by the Friends of The Ferguson Library. For information call 203 964-1000 or visit fergusonlibrary.org.

Chess Club for Kids

Saturdays, January 10 & 17 from 10:15 a.m. to noon

DiMattia Main Library,Third Floor Auditorium

Chess club for beginners. Learn the moves in just two classes. Taught by Alex Eydelman, with the National Education Chess Teachers Association. Grades 2-5. Preference given to Stamford residents. Registration required. Call 203-351-8242.

Shake, Rattle and Read

Saturdays, January 10 & 17 from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. South End Branch

Stories, songs, crafts and more with Mandrita. Ages 3 and up with caregiver.

Fun with Fine Art

Saturday, January 10 from 10:30 a.m. to noon

DiMattia Main Library Lower Level Program Room

Use tissue paper to create stained glass. Led by Laura McGowan, former Education Coordinator at the Morgan Library & Museum. Ages 7-10. Registration required. Call 203 351-8242.

Pajama Storytime

Wednesday, January 21 at 7 p.m. Harry Bennett Branch

Enjoy stories and songs for the whole family. Wear your pajamas if you like. Ages 3 ½ and up.

Kids Book Discussion

Thursday, January 22 at 7 p.m. DiMattia Main Library Lower Level Program Room

Joshua Dread by Lee Bacon

The son of super villains and the daughter of superheroes become friends, but can they use their superpowers to defeat the mysterious smoke monsters? A 2015 Nutmeg Intermediate Nominee. Grades 3 and up. To register, call 203 351-8242 or drop in to pick up a copy of the book.

After-School Fun

Friday, January 23 at 4:15 p.m. Harry Bennett Branch

Winter: Celebrate the season’s cold, winter days with snowy stories and crafts. Grades K-3. Registration required. Call 203 351-8294 or online at www.fergusonlibrary.org.

Hooping Through History

Saturday, January 24 at 1 p.m. DiMattia Main Library, Third Floor Auditorium

Learn how people have hula hooped through history and get a chance to show off your own skills. Ages 5 and up.

Winter Storycraft

Saturday, January 31 at 11 a.m. DiMattia Main Library, Third Floor Auditorium

Cozy winter stories and a snowy craft you can take home. Ages 3 ½ to 8.

Tween Makerspace: Intro to eTextiles

Saturday, January 31 at 2 p.m. DiMattia Main Library, Lower Level Program Room

Create a glowing LED ring using conductive thread and some basic sewing skills. Supplies provided. Registration required. Grades 6 to 8. Call 203-351-8243.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Contest

Through January 12, 2015

Highlighting the Martin Luther King Nobel Prize Speech – 50 Years Later. Pick up an entry form at any of The Ferguson Library branches. Ages 6 to 12.

Photo credit: Ferguson Library’s Facebook page.