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Shutterbugs Annual Photography Art Show

Artist's Reception: Shutterbugs Annual Photography Art Show

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Other at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Exhibits & Art Talks
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages / Families

The Shutterbugs Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who uses many differing kinds of cameras.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults, All Ages / Families
Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks
Description:

The Shutterbugs Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who uses many differing kinds of cameras.

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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Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults

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

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.

The Marble Faun by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Hybrid: A.M. Book Group

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

This week we will be reading

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

This week we will be reading

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.

Personal Digitizing

Learn How to Digitize Your Family History

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Did you know that the Ridgefield Library has a variety of personal digitizing equipment? Join us for a review and demonstration of the various personal digitizing equipment including our VHS/DVD converter.

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

Did you know that the Ridgefield Library has a variety of personal digitizing equipment? Join us for a review and demonstration of the various personal digitizing equipment including our VHS/DVD converter.

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.

Memory Cafe Logo

Memory Cafe

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults

The Library has partnered with RVNAhealth to introduce a monthly Memory Café, held at the Library and created as a welcoming hour of shared activities, conversation, and connection for individ

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Programs
Registration Required
Description:

The Library has partnered with RVNAhealth to introduce a monthly Memory Café, held at the Library and created as a welcoming hour of shared activities, conversation, and connection for individ

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.

Image of Computers

Online: Backup Strategies

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Do you backup your irreplaceable computer data? Are you risking losing your precious information? What causes data loss? What can you do to prevent data loss? What should you be backing up? What choices do you have for doing backups?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Do you backup your irreplaceable computer data? Are you risking losing your precious information? What causes data loss? What can you do to prevent data loss? What should you be backing up? What choices do you have for doing backups?

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

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

Beaded Moon Hanging

Beaded Moon Hanging

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own beaded moon hanging. All materials will be provided. 

This program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own beaded moon hanging. All materials will be provided. 

This program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library

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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Chiaroscuro Effect on Black Paper: Colored Pencil Drawing

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Other at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

"CHIAROSCURO Effect on Black Paper" - Colored Pencil Drawing

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

"CHIAROSCURO Effect on Black Paper" - Colored Pencil Drawing

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.

RVNAhealth Parkinson's Symposium Logo

3rd Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon dedicated to Living Well with Parkinson’s Disease.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Description:

Join us for an afternoon dedicated to Living Well with Parkinson’s Disease.

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.

Ira Joe Fisher

Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group A

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
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.

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.

Lonetown Boys

Ridgefield Folk Presents The Lonetown Boys

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

The Lonetown Boys are an acoustic quartet featuring classic country, folk, blues and americana music.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Performances
Registration Required
Description:

The Lonetown Boys are an acoustic quartet featuring classic country, folk, blues and americana 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.

Next Chapter Book Club Logo

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults

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

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.

There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension by Hanif Abdurraqib

Nonfictioneers Book Group

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will be reading There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension by Hanif Abdurraqib.

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

This month we will be reading There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension by Hanif Abdurraqib.

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.

Madonna of the Pinks by Raphael

The Art of Raphael, with Toni McKeen

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Panels
Age Group:
Adults

Dive into the artistic process of one of history’s most beloved and influential artists.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Panels
Registration Required
Description:

Dive into the artistic process of one of history’s most beloved and influential artists.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

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

Liz Wendel on Mountaintop

Chair Yoga with Liz Wendel

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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.

Online: Poems from CT's Four Corners

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Join us online as we host five diverse and engaging Connecticut poets for an evening of poetry and community. Please register in advance to receive the Zoom link.

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

Join us online as we host five diverse and engaging Connecticut poets for an evening of poetry and community. Please register in advance to receive the Zoom link.

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.

The Pale Horse by Agatha Christie

Murder by the Book Book Group

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

The title this month will be

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Description:

The title this month will be

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.

Cover of Ridgefield Natural Resource Inventory

Reviewing Ridgefield’s Natural Resources

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Panels
Age Group:
Adults

The Ridgefield Conservation Commission published its review on the Town’s environmental health over two years ago. Come and learn how well the Town is doing in its stewardship of its natural resources from RCC Vice-Chairman Erik Keller.

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

The Ridgefield Conservation Commission published its review on the Town’s environmental health over two years ago. Come and learn how well the Town is doing in its stewardship of its natural resources from RCC Vice-Chairman Erik Keller.

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 colored pencil drawing on black paper

Chiaroscuro Effect on Black Paper: Colored Pencil Drawing

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Other at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

"CHIAROSCURO Effect on Black Paper" - Colored Pencil Drawing

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

"CHIAROSCURO Effect on Black Paper" - Colored Pencil Drawing

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.

Caffe Italiano

In Person: Caffe Italiano

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Join Angela Tropeano one Saturday a month as she goes over some basic Italian vocabulary and grammar to help you get started with the language, improve your basic language skills, and meet new friends.  Following this half hour is Caffe'

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

Join Angela Tropeano one Saturday a month as she goes over some basic Italian vocabulary and grammar to help you get started with the language, improve your basic language skills, and meet new friends.  Following this half hour is Caffe'

Next Chapter Book Club Logo

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults

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

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.

Saints for All Occasions by J. Courtney Sullivan

Critics' Circle Book Group

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will be reading

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

This month we will be reading

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.

Instructor Anette Roth with Eiffel Tower in Background

Online: Basic French Conversation for Beginners

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

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

Women Doing Rosen Movement

Rosen Movement with Betty Ross

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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.