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Social Stitchers Meetup

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Do you have a crochet, knitting, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch, punch needle or any other hand stitching project that you're currently working on?

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:

Do you have a crochet, knitting, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch, punch needle or any other hand stitching project that you're currently working on?

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

Embroider a Bandana for Your Dog

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Lawn at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages / Families

Did you know that National Pet Day is Saturday, April 11th? Join us on the Library Lawn anytime between 10a-12p with your furry friend to get their name embroidered on a bandana using the library's embroidery machines.

Making STEAM:

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

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: All Ages / Families
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Description:

Did you know that National Pet Day is Saturday, April 11th? Join us on the Library Lawn anytime between 10a-12p with your furry friend to get their name embroidered on a bandana using the library's embroidery machines.

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Grade 1" group
This event is in the "Grade 2" group

A250: Stars & Stripes

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2

On the night of July 4, 1776, printer John Dunlap used a printing press to create about 200 copies of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY
Registration Required
Description:

On the night of July 4, 1776, printer John Dunlap used a printing press to create about 200 copies of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.

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

Watercolor Umbrella Painting

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own watercolor umbrella painting. 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
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own watercolor umbrella painting. 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.

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

Teen CreateSpace

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ellis Family Teen Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens

Teen CreateSpace is a great chance to use the wide variety of crafting supplies we have here to make whatever your heart desires (within reason).

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Ellis Family Teen Center
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Teen CreateSpace is a great chance to use the wide variety of crafting supplies we have here to make whatever your heart desires (within reason).

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

Cross Stitch Saturday - Umbrella

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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 sew your very own cross stitch umbrella. No cross stitch experience is necessary.  All materials will be provided. 

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 sew your very own cross stitch umbrella. No cross stitch experience is necessary.  All materials will be provided. 

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

Take & Make: Bee Cafe

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Ellis Family Teen Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens

Come grab a kit to make a bee cafe, where bees can stop and safely get a drink. The kit will contain everything you need to make the craft.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Ellis Family Teen Center
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Come grab a kit to make a bee cafe, where bees can stop and safely get a drink. The kit will contain everything you need to make the craft.

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

Embroider Your Name on a Tote Bag

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to learn how to embroider your name on a tote bag on the library's embroidery machines.

No embroidery machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided.

Making STEAM:

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

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

Join us to learn how to embroider your name on a tote bag on the library's embroidery machines.

No embroidery machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided.

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Grade 4" group
This event is in the "Grade 5" group

STEAM Corner for Kids!

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grade 4, Grade 5

Join us to learn how to embroider your name on a tote bag on the library's embroidery machines.

No embroidery machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided.

Making STEAM:

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us to learn how to embroider your name on a tote bag on the library's embroidery machines.

No embroidery machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided.

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Felt Bluebird

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own felt bluebird. 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
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own felt bluebird. 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.

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

Teen Hangout

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens

Relax with friends on Friday afternoon - play board, card or video games, make a craft, have a snack...no registration necessary, just drop in.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Relax with friends on Friday afternoon - play board, card or video games, make a craft, have a snack...no registration necessary, just drop in.

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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Social Stitchers Meetup

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Do you have a crochet, knitting, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch, punch needle or any other hand stitching project that you're currently working on?

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:

Do you have a crochet, knitting, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch, punch needle or any other hand stitching project that you're currently working on?

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

Sustainable Style

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Students in Grades K-5 are invited to join Ms. Kathleen and Ms. Tiffany Carlson, Ridgefield's Recycling Coordinator, for a special Earth Month event!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY
Registration Required
Description:

Students in Grades K-5 are invited to join Ms. Kathleen and Ms. Tiffany Carlson, Ridgefield's Recycling Coordinator, for a special Earth Month event!

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

Decoupage Eggs

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to make some egg-cellent springtime art! In honor of the Library chicks hatching, we'll be making colorful eggs to bring home using decoupage - the art of decorating objects with paper cutouts.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY
Registration Required
Description:

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to make some egg-cellent springtime art! In honor of the Library chicks hatching, we'll be making colorful eggs to bring home using decoupage - the art of decorating objects with paper cutouts.

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

A250: A Light in the Dark

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Craft/DIY, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to learn about lantern signals and the use of punched tin lanterns during the American Revolution.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Craft/DIY, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to learn about lantern signals and the use of punched tin lanterns during the American Revolution.

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.