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Kids Coding Club

Kids Coding Club

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center 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: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Grades 3–5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

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Scrabble Club

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at corneliasguest@gmail.co...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Description:

For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at corneliasguest@gmail.com with any questions.

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.

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Community Mindfulness Meditation

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The Community Mindfulness Project will be hosting in-person sessions twice a month. Time for community building, mindful meditation instruction, a guided meditation, sharing and re...

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

The Community Mindfulness Project will be hosting in-person sessions twice a month. Time for community building, mindful meditation instruction, a guided meditation, sharing and reflection. Suitable for first-timers and pros alike.

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.

Illustrated Mother Goose reading book

Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leir Children’s 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: Leir Children’s 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.

Pokemon Players Club Logo by Kristin Quell-Garguilo

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo. If you know the basics, l...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo.

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.

D&D Club: Knave

D&D Club: Knave

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Club meeting of gamers in grades 7-12 (rising 7th graders welcome!) alternates weeks to learn the basics of playing Fantasy Role Playing Games. This section plays using the Kn...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs
Description:

Club meeting of gamers in grades 7-12 (rising 7th graders welcome!) alternates weeks to learn the basics of playing Fantasy Role Playing Games. This section plays using the Knave game system.

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.

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In Person: Web Developer Coding Bootcamp

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Making STEAM:

Making STEAM is an initiative to offer activities and programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to the community. Find out about the wide array of instructional p...

Description:

Join us for our first ever Web Developer Coding Bootcamp with Fiero Code, a self-guided online software program that teaches you how to code through hundreds of coding tutorials an...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Join us for our first ever Web Developer Coding Bootcamp with Fiero Code, a self-guided online software program that teaches you how to code through hundreds of coding tutorials and dozens of real-world projects. 

Making STEAM is an initiative to offer activities and programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to the community. Find out about the wide array of instructional programs, hands-on workshops, and special events the Library has to offer for all ages.

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.

The Promise by Damon Galgut

Critics' Circle Book Group

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The title for this month is The Promise by Damon Galgut. The narrator's eye shifts and blinks, deliciously lethal in its observation of the crash and burn of a white South Afric...

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.

Illustration of children reading on park bench in fall

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Ages 3-5
Description:

Children ages 3-5 explore a new book every week through song, dance, and crafts in this active storytime! No registration. Programs like this are supported by the generous donat...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Children ages 3-5 explore a new book every week through song, dance, and crafts in this active storytime! No registration.

Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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.

Anette Roth

Online: Basic French Conversation for Beginners

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 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 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, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

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

Pura Belpre

Folktales with Pura Belpré

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grades 3–5
Description:

Pura Belpré was an accomplished storyteller as well as the first Latina librarian in New York City, which is why she has an important award named after her! Students in Grades 3-5 ...

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

Pura Belpré was an accomplished storyteller as well as the first Latina librarian in New York City, which is why she has an important award named after her! Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to learn about her life and legacy.

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.

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Chess Club

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Join coaches from the DIG Chess Team to learn and practice chess skills in a fun environment! No experience necessary. Registration is required for each session and opens a month t...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Join coaches from the DIG Chess Team to learn and practice chess skills in a fun environment! No experience necessary. Registration is required for each session and opens a month to the date of the session. 

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.

Parent Circle K-3

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Parenting
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Parenting
Poets for October

Poems from CT's Four Corners

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

  Join us online as we host five outstanding Connecticut poets for an evening of diverse poetry and community. Margaret Plaganis is a visual artist, writer, educator, an...

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

 

Join us online as we host five outstanding Connecticut poets for an evening of diverse poetry and community.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

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

Illustration of two cats reading book

Terrific Twos

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Description:

For walking toddlers ages 24-35 months and their parent or caregiver. This three-week class includes free play, songs, fingerplays, stories, and activities. Registration is require...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-2
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

For walking toddlers ages 24-35 months and their parent or caregiver. This three-week class includes free play, songs, fingerplays, stories, and activities. Registration is required and is for all three sessions. No siblings please.

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.

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Baby & Me Playtime

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Description:

Non-walking infants ages birth to 12 months with a caregiver are invited to drop into this informal group to network and enjoy baby time together. There will be a short introductio...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-2
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Non-walking infants ages birth to 12 months with a caregiver are invited to drop into this informal group to network and enjoy baby time together. There will be a short introduction by a member of the library staff before each session.

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.

People in Circle Performing Rosen Movement Method

Rosen Movement with Betty Ross

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Leir Children’s 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: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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)

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.

rubik's cube with "speedcube"

Speedcubing Club

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Speedcubing fans in grades 2-12 (and their caregiver) are invited to join others to explore and learn more about combination puzzles and the speedcubing method! This informal meeti...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Description:

Speedcubing fans in grades 2-12 (and their caregiver) are invited to join others to explore and learn more about combination puzzles and the speedcubing method!

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.

Team Steam logo with image of engineering kit

Team STEAM

Thursday, October 10, 2024 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:

Team STEAM is a program founded and run by high school students. Using kits from local Fairfield county small business 3Dux Design, these students formulate and run introductory&nb...

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: 2
Description:

Team STEAM is a program founded and run by high school students. Using kits from local Fairfield county small business 3Dux Design, these students formulate and run introductory engineering programs for elementary school students.

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.

Image of Microsoft Excel Logo

Excel - Formulas and Functions

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

During this class, we will be working with numeric data, using formulas to do common calculations, and using Excel’s versatile built-in functions. Join us, and continue to explore ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

During this class, we will be working with numeric data, using formulas to do common calculations, and using Excel’s versatile built-in functions. Join us, and continue to explore the power and versatility of Microsoft Excel.

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.

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Parent Circle K-4

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Parenting
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Parenting

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.

Friends of the Ridgefield Library

Friends of the Ridgefield Library Big Book Sale

All Day 10/11 - 10/14
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families
Description:

Don't miss the Friends of the Ridgefield Library's multi-day Big Book Sale!  Great choices for readers of all ages and interests. Check back for more details!

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families
Program Type: Book Sales, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Don't miss the Friends of the Ridgefield Library's multi-day Big Book Sale!  Great choices for readers of all ages and interests.

Check back for more details!

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.

Parent Circle Symbol

Parent Circle K-5

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:45am
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Parenting
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Parenting

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.

Picturebook characters in the woods

Big Picture-NEW TIME

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Films
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2
Description:

Families with children ages 3 and up are invited to watch short films based on favorite and classic picturebooks. Books related to the weekly themes will be displayed for check out...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2
Program Type: Films
Description:

Families with children ages 3 and up are invited to watch short films based on favorite and classic picturebooks. Books related to the weekly themes will be displayed for check out. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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.