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Online: Basic French Conversation for Beginners

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom. Learned a little French in high school and would like to revisit it? Then why not join Anette Roth a...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Online: Women & Money: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone will lead this very popular, lively and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.About the Pre...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone will lead this very popular, lively and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.


About the Presenters:

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Watch the Birdy: Nature Photography

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Panels
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Are you an aspiring naturalist or photographer wanting to learn more about how to spot and photograph the beauty in your backyard? Join Matt Sharp, member of the Conservation Commi...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Panels
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Are you an aspiring naturalist or photographer wanting to learn more about how to spot and photograph the beauty in your backyard?

This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Warriors Book Club

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8
Description:

Join the Warriors Book Club for grades 3-5. Each month we’ll read a book from the Warriors series by Erin Hunter. Activities and snacks will be enjoyed after the book discussion. R...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8
Program Type: Book Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Join the Warriors Book Club for grades 3-5. Each month we’ll read a book from the Warriors series by Erin Hunter. Activities and snacks will be enjoyed after the book discussion.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Infinite Worlds Book Group

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The title for this month is Translation State by Ann Leckie Science Fiction: The mystery of a missing translator sets three lives on a collision course that will have a ripple e...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

The title for this month is Translation State by Ann Leckie

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.

Storytime with the Aldrich

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Other (off site) at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Description:

Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Storytime, in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! Perfect for children ages 6 and under. Registration is required. Please vi...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Other (off site)
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Storytime, in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! Perfect for children ages 6 and under.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group B

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold workshops twice a month on first and third Sundays, 1:30 to 3:30. Please register for either Group A (first Sunday) or Group B (third Sunday)...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold workshops twice a month on first and third Sundays, 1:30 to 3:30. Please register for either Group A (first Sunday) or Group B (third Sunday), but not both.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.

All-Age Family Storytime

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Description:

Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages bo...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.

Kids Coding Club

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grades 3–5
Description:

Students in grades 3-5 are invited to our Kids Coding Club with Fiero Code. Explore learn-to-code software with other kids to learn how to code in different programming languages t...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Students in grades 3-5 are invited to our Kids Coding Club with Fiero Code. Explore learn-to-code software with other kids to learn how to code in different programming languages to create games, apps and whatever you imagine.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members lov...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members love books for the same reasons most people do: they enjoy being trans

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.

Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Description:

For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories. This weekly storytime emphasizes rhymes and songs geared towards the develop...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-2
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hybrid: A.M. Book Group

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The title for this month is Lady Chatterley's Lover by DH Lawrence. Constance (Lady Chatterley), whose upper class husband has been paralyzed from the waist down due t...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

The title for this month is

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Online: French Conversation for Intermediate and Advanced

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for this French conversation class for those with intermediate to advanced French. The class takes place via Zoom. Through texts, poems, songs, videos and more, learn more ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Join us for this French conversation class for those with intermediate to advanced French. The class takes place via Zoom.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga with Liz Wendel

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

A bi-monthly Yoga class, using a chair (standing and seated) as a prop for support. Chair Yoga makes practicing yoga accessible for all populations, ages and conditions.Chair ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

A bi-monthly Yoga class, using a chair (standing and seated) as a prop for support. Chair Yoga makes practicing yoga accessible for all populations, ages and conditions.

Disclaimer(s)

Physical Activity

Participation in physical activities involves risk of injury. Participants agree to obey the safety standards of the program and the instructions of Ridgefield Library staff and other authorized program staff, as well as to hold all parties free from liability.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Love at First Page Book Group

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

This month we will be reading Hunt the Stars by Jessie Mihalik Octavia Zarola would do anything to keep her tiny, close-knit bounty hunting crew together—even if it means a...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

This month we will be reading Hunt the Stars by Jessie Mihalik

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Rosen Movement with Betty Ross

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Looking for a new way to relax, reduce stress and connect with your body? Rosen Movement encourages relaxation through range of motions and simple, easy-to-do stretching exercises ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Looking for a new way to relax, reduce stress and connect with your body? Rosen Movement encourages relaxation through range of motions and simple, easy-to-do stretching exercises done to music.

Disclaimer(s)

Physical Activity

Participation in physical activities involves risk of injury. Participants agree to obey the safety standards of the program and the instructions of Ridgefield Library staff and other authorized program staff, as well as to hold all parties free from liability.

This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.

Slime Science

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grades 3–5
Description:

Children in Grades 3-5 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Slime! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided. Please wear clothes that can get sticky and dirty. ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Description:

Children in Grades 3-5 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Slime! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided. Please wear clothes that can get sticky and dirty.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.

Teddy Bear Yoga

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grades K–2
Description:

Children in Grades K-2 are invited to a yoga and stretching class. We'll get active with some dancing and games before a mindful cooldown. Participants will learn breathing techniq...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Children in Grades K-2 are invited to a yoga and stretching class. We'll get active with some dancing and games before a mindful cooldown. Participants will learn breathing techniques to bring them to a calm and soothing state.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Physical Activity

Participation in physical activities involves risk of injury. Participants agree to obey the safety standards of the program and the instructions of Ridgefield Library staff and other authorized program staff, as well as to hold all parties free from liability.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, May 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members lov...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members love books for the same reasons most people do: they enjoy being trans

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

Library closed for Great Expectations Gala

All Day
Ridgefield Library

The Library will be closed for our 11th Annual Great Expectations Gala.

Closing
Branches:
Ridgefield Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for our 11th Annual Great Expectations Gala.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group A

Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold poetry workshops twice a month on first and third Sundays, 1:30 to 3:30. Please register for either Group A (first Sunday) or Group B (third ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold poetry workshops twice a month on first and third Sundays, 1:30 to 3:30. Please register for either Group A (first Sunday) or Group B (third Sunday), but not both.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.

All-Age Family Storytime

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Description:

Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages bo...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members lov...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members love books for the same reasons most people do: they enjoy being trans

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.

Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Description:

For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories. This weekly storytime emphasizes rhymes and songs geared towards the develop...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-2
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.