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

Chicken Little

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Grades K–2
Description:

Watch out, the sky is falling! Students in Grades K-2 will read the classic tale of Chicken Little, then make our own squawking chickens to take home. Registration is required and ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Watch out, the sky is falling! Students in Grades K-2 will read the classic tale of Chicken Little, then make our own squawking chickens to take home. Registration is required and opens on March 2, 2025.

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 "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 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 Coach AJ 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 sessi...

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 Coach AJ 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.

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

Big Picture

Friday, April 4, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.

Read to ROAR

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Description:

Children entering grades 1-4 enhance their oral reading skills by reading to trained therapy dogs from ROAR Ridgefield. Time slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served ba...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Children entering grades 1-4 enhance their oral reading skills by reading to trained therapy dogs from ROAR Ridgefield. Time slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.

Early Readers Book Club

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grades K–2
Description:

Emerging readers in Grades K-1 join Ms. Kathleen for an Early Readers Book Club. Each month we'll read and discuss one awesome Early Reader title, followed by an activity inspired ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Emerging readers in Grades K-1 join Ms. Kathleen for an Early Readers Book Club. Each month we'll read and discuss one awesome Early Reader title, followed by an activity inspired by the book.

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 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 Coach AJ 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 sessi...

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: 2
Description:

Join Coach AJ 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.

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

Big Picture

Friday, April 11, 2025 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.

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

Poppi's Planet

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Special Programs
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2
Description:

Families with children of all ages are invited to join Poppi from Poppi's Planet on an adventure of mindfulness, imagination and feelings! Poppi explores Social Emotional Lear...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2
Program Type: Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 88
Description:

Families with children of all ages are invited to join Poppi from Poppi's Planet on an adventure of mindfulness, imagination and feelings!

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 "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.

Family Screening "Charlotte's Web"

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Films
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Description:

Join us during the Spring Break to watch Charlotte's Web (2006), rated G, running time 1 hour 37 minutes. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult fo...

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

Join us during the Spring Break to watch Charlotte's Web (2006), rated G, running time 1 hour 37 minutes. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities.

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.

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

Spring Break Drop-in Activities

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Description:

Drop in during your Spring Break and enjoy some laid-back activities in the Leir Children’s Program Room! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all...

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

Drop in during your Spring Break and enjoy some laid-back activities in the Leir Children’s Program Room! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities.

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.

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.

Family Screening "Peter Rabbit"

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Films
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Description:

Join us during the Spring Break to watch Peter Rabbit (2018), rated PG, running time 1 hour 35 minutes. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for ...

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

Join us during the Spring Break to watch Peter Rabbit (2018), rated PG, running time 1 hour 35 minutes. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities.

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.

This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 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 Coach AJ 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 sessi...

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: 1
Description:

Join Coach AJ 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.

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

Spring Break Drop-in Activities

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Description:

Drop in during your Spring Break and enjoy some laid-back activities in the Leir Children’s Program Room! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all...

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

Drop in during your Spring Break and enjoy some laid-back activities in the Leir Children’s Program Room! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities.

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.

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

Big Picture

Friday, April 18, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.

Family Screening "Wild Robot"

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Films
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Description:

Join us during the Spring Break to watch The Wild Robot (2024), rated PG, running time 1 hour 42 minutes. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult fo...

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

Join us during the Spring Break to watch The Wild Robot (2024), rated PG, running time 1 hour 42 minutes. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities.

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.

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

Kids Dig Composting

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades K–2
Description:

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to celebrate Earth Day by exploring the importance of recycling and composting. We'll learn about Ridgefield's Recycling Center from Tiffany Carl...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2
Program Type: Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to celebrate Earth Day by exploring the importance of recycling and composting. We'll learn about Ridgefield's Recycling Center from Tiffany Carlson, the town's recycling coordinator.

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 "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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 Coach AJ 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 sessi...

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: 9
Description:

Join Coach AJ 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.

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

Big Picture

Friday, April 25, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.

Mandarin Learn & Play

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Grades K–2
Description:

Children in PreK-Grade 2 and their caregivers are invited to learn some beginning Mandarin with song, play, activities and stories. Jingjing, who is currently an Upper School Chine...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Grades K–2
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:

Children in PreK-Grade 2 and their caregivers are invited to learn some beginning Mandarin with song, play, activities and stories. Jingjing, who is currently an Upper School Chinese Educator at St, Luke's in New Canaan, and Ms.

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 K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Shashibo Cube Club

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8
Description:

Shashibo Cube fans in grades 1-8 (and their caregiver) are invited to join others to explore and learn more about these unique magnetic puzzle cubes! This informal meeting does not...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8
Program Type: Special Programs
Description:

Shashibo Cube fans in grades 1-8 (and their caregiver) are invited to join others to explore and learn more about these unique magnetic puzzle cubes!

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.

This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 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 Coach AJ 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 sessi...

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: 10
Description:

Join Coach AJ 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.

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

Big Picture

Friday, May 2, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.

Read to ROAR

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Description:

Children entering grades 1-4 enhance their oral reading skills by reading to trained therapy dogs from ROAR Ridgefield. Time slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served ba...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Children entering grades 1-4 enhance their oral reading skills by reading to trained therapy dogs from ROAR Ridgefield. Time slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.

Drawn Together

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Grades K–2
Description:

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to learn more about Gyo Fujikawa, an Asian American children's book author and illustrator who used her drawings to bring comfort and acceptance ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to learn more about Gyo Fujikawa, an Asian American children's book author and illustrator who used her drawings to bring comfort and acceptance to others.

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.