Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Room
Ongoing Events
Registration Type

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

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

D&D Club: 13th Age

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 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 13...

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 13th Age 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.

This event is in the "Kindergarten" group.
This event is in the "Grade 1" group.
This event is in the "Grade 2" group.
This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 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:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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 "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Scrabble Club

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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.

This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

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

Tweens & Teens Write!

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.Writers can work on wh...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.

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 "Kindergarten" group.
This event is in the "Grade 1" group.
This event is in the "Grade 2" group.
This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Scrabble Club

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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.

This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

This event is in the "Kindergarten" group.
This event is in the "Grade 1" group.
This event is in the "Grade 2" group.
This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chibi Chats: Manga Book Club

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Let's talk manga! On the third Monday of each month, we will read the first volume in a series, or a single volume of stand-alone manga. The title for this month is: Skip &...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Let's talk manga! On the third Monday of each month, we will read the first volume in a series, or a single volume of stand-alone manga. 

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 "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Scrabble Club

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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.

This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

This event is in the "Kindergarten" group.
This event is in the "Grade 1" group.
This event is in the "Grade 2" group.
This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

College Ready: College Apps for Rising Seniors

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Home Page Feed, Parenting, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Description:

Rising seniors, you have a lot coming up in the next year as you navigate your college essays and applications, in addition to your regularly scheduled schoolwork & e...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Parenting, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Description:

Rising seniors, you have a lot coming up in the next year as you navigate your college essays and applications, in addition to your regularly scheduled schoolwork & extracurriculars. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Online Programs

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

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

Tweens & Teens Write!

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.Writers can work on wh...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.

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 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chibi Chats: Manga Book Club

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Let's talk manga! On the third Monday of each month, we will read the first volume in a series, or a single volume of stand-alone manga. The title for this month is: Spy X Fam...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Let's talk manga! On the third Monday of each month, we will read the first volume in a series, or a single volume of stand-alone manga. 

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 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Tweens & Teens Write!

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.Writers can work on wh...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.

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 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Tweens & Teens Write!

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.Writers can work on wh...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.

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.