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Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Age 3, Age 4, Age 5
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Children ages 3-5 explore a new book every week through song, dance, and crafts in this active storytime! No registration.

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
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.

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Memory Cafe

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
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

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Slime Science

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Children in Grades 3-5 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Confetti Carnival Slime - a sparkly slime that celebrates 2026 with colorful confetti and glitter! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided.

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Online: Backup Strategies

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
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?

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Baby & Me Playtime

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-12 months
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Non-walking infants ages birth to 12 months with a caregiver are invited to drop into this informal group to network and enjoy baby time together. There will be a short introduction by a member of the library staff before each session.

Teen Advisory Group

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Registration Required
Description:

Want to make a difference in your community and earn service hours?

Beaded Moon Hanging

Beaded Moon Hanging

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
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

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3rd Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
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.

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
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.

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Pokémon Players Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

Kids Coding Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Students in grades 3-5 are invited to our Kids Coding Club with Fiero Code. Explore learn-to-code software with other kids to learn how to code in different programming languages to create games, apps and whatever you imagine.

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.

Scrabble Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
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.

Pokémon Players Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

EXP: Key Forge Card Game

5:30pm–6:30pm
Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Key Forge card game is a race to create a dimensional key that will allow your intergalactic species to rule the world. This sci-fi experience is a race-to-the-finish style game.

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.

Scrabble Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
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.

Pokémon Players Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

Pokémon Players Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

Slime Science

4:30pm–5:30pm
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

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

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.

Read to ROAR

11:30am–12:30pm
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Registration Required
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.

EXP: HeroClix Miniatures

5:30pm–6:30pm
Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

The real world becomes the board in this miniatures game. Learn to play a simplified version of HeroClix, with the theme of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

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.

Read to ROAR

11:30am–12:30pm
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Registration Required
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.

Read to ROAR

11:30am–12:30pm
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Registration Required
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.