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Explore Science Through Gaming

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Students entering Grades 4-6 in Fall 2024 join science educators Mike and Kristin Garguilo for an educational gaming experience. We'll explore scientific c...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

Students entering Grades 4-6 in Fall 2024 join science educators Mike and Kristin Garguilo for an educational gaming experience.

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.

Bubble letters with melting ice cream spelling "slime"

Slime Science

Thursday, July 18, 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, Grades 6–8
Description:

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

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Description:

Children in Grades 3-5 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Ice Cream Slime! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided. Please wear clothes that can get sticky and dirty. Registration is required and opens on July 4, 2024.

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.

Pokemon Players Club Logo by Kristin Quell-Garguilo

Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm

Tuesday, July 23, 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: 16
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.

Light bulb with art supplies, flower, heart and music note

Paper Circuit Art

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8
Description:

Students entering Grades 4-6 in Fall 2024 will make their own Paper Circuit Art in this hands-on class exploring closed circuits and electricity. Registration is required and opens...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Description:

Students entering Grades 4-6 in Fall 2024 will make their own Paper Circuit Art in this hands-on class exploring closed circuits and electricity. Registration is required and opens on July 15, 2024.

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.

Pokemon Players Club Logo by Kristin Quell-Garguilo

Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm

Tuesday, July 30, 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: 16
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.

Pokemon Players Club Logo by Kristin Quell-Garguilo

Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm

Tuesday, August 6, 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: 16
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.

Pokemon Players Club Logo by Kristin Quell-Garguilo

Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm

Tuesday, August 13, 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: 16
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.

Pokemon Players Club Logo by Kristin Quell-Garguilo

Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm

Tuesday, August 20, 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: 16
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.

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Nat Geo Live: Wild Wolves of Yellowstone

Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ridgefield Playhouse at Off Site
Program Type:
Fundraisers/Outreach, Lectures & Panels, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Say hi to your Librarians, make a themed button, and discover more resources to learn about these fascinating topics! For more information or to purchase tickets,visit: https:...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Ridgefield Playhouse
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Fundraisers/Outreach, Lectures & Panels, Technology & STEAM
Description:

Say hi to your Librarians, make a themed button, and discover more resources to learn about these fascinating topics!

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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Nat Geo Live: Diving the Great Barrier Reef

Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ridgefield Playhouse at Off Site
Program Type:
Fundraisers/Outreach, Lectures & Panels, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Say hi to your Librarians, make a themed button, and discover more resources to learn about these fascinating topics! For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Ridgefield Playhouse
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Fundraisers/Outreach, Lectures & Panels, Technology & STEAM
Description:

Say hi to your Librarians, make a themed button, and discover more resources to learn about these fascinating topics!

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.

Nat Geo Live Penguins of Antarctica infographic image

Nat Geo Live: Penguins of Antarctica

Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ridgefield Playhouse at Off Site
Program Type:
Fundraisers/Outreach, Lectures & Panels, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Say hi to your Librarians, make a themed button, and discover more resources to learn about these fascinating topics! For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Ridgefield Playhouse
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Fundraisers/Outreach, Lectures & Panels, Technology & STEAM
Description:

Say hi to your Librarians, make a themed button, and discover more resources to learn about these fascinating topics!

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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Nat Geo Live: Wild Wolves of Yellowstone

Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ridgefield Playhouse at Off Site
Program Type:
Fundraisers/Outreach, Lectures & Panels, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Say hi to your Librarians, make a themed button, and discover more resources to learn about these fascinating topics! For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Ridgefield Playhouse
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Fundraisers/Outreach, Lectures & Panels, Technology & STEAM
Description:

Say hi to your Librarians, make a themed button, and discover more resources to learn about these fascinating topics!

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.