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. Feb 12 2025 Wed Chess Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration 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. Feb 12 2025 Wed Chess Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Description: Join coaches from the DIG Chess Team 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. Feb 12 2025 Wed Regenerative Farming- Eat Better and Save the Planet 7:00pm - 8:15pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Regenerative Farming- Eat Better and Save the Planet 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lectures & Panels Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: Regenerative Farming- Eat Better and Save the Planet
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Terrific Twos 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 0-2 Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Terrific Twos 10:30am - 11:15am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Description: For walking toddlers ages 24-35 months and their parent or caregiver. This three-week class includes free play, songs, fingerplays, stories, and activities. Registration is required and is for all three sessions. No siblings please. 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 0-2" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Baby & Me Playtime 11:30am - 12:00pm Ages 0-2 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Baby & Me Playtime 11:30am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-2 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. 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 "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Cognitive Decline and Dementia: The Importance of Early Evaluation 1:00pm - 2:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Cognitive Decline and Dementia: The Importance of Early Evaluation 1:00pm - 2:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Description: Part 1: Cognitive Decline and Dementia: The Importance of Early Evaluation with Dr. Alison McElhone
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Team STEAM 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Team STEAM 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Description: Team STEAM is a program founded and run by high school students. Using kits from local Fairfield county small business 3Dux Design, these students formulate and run introductory engineering programs for elementary school students. 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. Feb 13 2025 Thu Speedcubing Club 4:45pm - 5:45pm Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens 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. Feb 13 2025 Thu Speedcubing Club 4:45pm - 5:45pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed Description: Speedcubing fans in grades 2-12 (and their caregiver) are invited to join others to explore and learn more about combination puzzles and the speedcubing method! 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. Feb 14 2025 Fri Big Picture 11:30am - 12:00pm All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2 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. Feb 14 2025 Fri Big Picture 11:30am - 12:00pm 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 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Storytime with the Aldrich 10:30am - 11:30am All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Storytime with the Aldrich 10:30am - 11:30am Library Branch: Off Site Room: Other (off site) Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Storytime, in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! Perfect for children ages 6 and under. 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 "Adults" group. Feb 16 2025 Sun Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group B 1:30pm - 3:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 16 2025 Sun Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group B 1:30pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold 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.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. Feb 16 2025 Sun Mandarin Learn & Play 2:30pm - 3:15pm Ages 3-5, Grades K–2 Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. Feb 16 2025 Sun Mandarin Learn & Play 2:30pm - 3:15pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Grades K–2 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 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 "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon All-Age Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon All-Age Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at 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 "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Winter Break Family Movie 2:00pm - 3:30pm All Ages/Families, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Winter Break Family Movie 2:00pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: All Ages/Families, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Program Type: Films Description: Drop-in during your Winter Break and enjoy a family movie! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities.Ratatouille (2007), Rated GMonday, February 17, 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. 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 3–5" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Kids Coding Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Kids Coding Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 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.
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. Feb 17 2025 Mon Scrabble Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens 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. Feb 17 2025 Mon Scrabble Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5, 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 "Ages 0-2" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months 10:30am - 11:00am Ages 0-2 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories. 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 "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Winter Break Drop-in Activities 2:00pm - 3:30pm All Ages/Families, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Winter Break Drop-in Activities 2:00pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: All Ages/Families, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs Description: Drop-in during your Winter Break and enjoy some laid back activities! 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 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration 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. Feb 18 2025 Tue Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Registration 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 "Ages 3-5" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 3-5 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. Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons. 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 "Adults" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Online: French Conversation for Intermediate and Advanced 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Online: French Conversation for Intermediate and Advanced 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: Join us for this French conversation class for those with intermediate to advanced French. The class takes place via Zoom. Disclaimer(s) Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Winter Break Family Movie 2:00pm - 3:30pm All Ages/Families, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Winter Break Family Movie 2:00pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: All Ages/Families, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Program Type: Films Description: Drop-in during your Winter Break and enjoy a family movie! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities.Ratatouille (2007), Rated GMonday, February 17, 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. 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. Feb 19 2025 Wed Arctic Animal Adventures 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades K–2 Registration This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Arctic Animal Adventures 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades K–2 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Description: Students in Grades K-2 will take a virtual polar expedition and learn about the animals that call the North and South Poles their home. 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. Feb 19 2025 Wed Chess Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration 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. Feb 19 2025 Wed Chess Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Description: Join coaches from the DIG Chess Team 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. Feb 19 2025 Wed Love at First Page Book Group 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Love at First Page Book Group 6:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Description: The book for this month is Rebel by Beverly Jenkins. 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.
