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Name: NaNoWriMo Story Contest
Start: 2023-11-15T08:45:00-05:00
End: 2023-12-15T20:45:00-05:00
Location: Ridgefield Library

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NaNoWriMo Story Contest

11/15/2023 @ 8:45am to 12/15/2023 @ 8:45pm

Lodewick Children’s Library at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Lodewick Children’s Library

Age Group: Grades 3–5

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Description:

In honor of National Novel Writing Month, children in Grades 3-5 are welcome to submit a chapter or short story of any genre to be considered for our NaNoWriMo Story Contest. Please submit your story between November 15—December 15. All stories shoul...

In Person: Understanding and Using "The Cloud"

Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM

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Seats Remaining: 0

Description:

The Cloud refers to the sharing of data and programs over the Internet. Here are some common examples of using the Cloud: Sharing files or photos, backing up important data, using online versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other popular programs,...

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In Person: Excel - Advanced Features

Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM

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Seats Remaining: 0

Description:

This class covers some of the advanced features of Microsoft Excel. Specifically, we will discuss Pivot Tables (a powerful tool for analyzing the data in a spreadsheet), Lookup Functions (a great tool for finding information in a table of data), and ...

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Artist's Reception for "A Look Around: Paintings by Dennis Stevens"

Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Other at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Other

Age Group: Adults, Teens

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks

Description:

Please note this exhibition will be up from December 1 through December 28. However, the gallery will be closed for the Library's Christmas holidays from December 25 through 26. Artist's reception for "A Look Around: Paintings by Dennis Stevens." ...

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Library Masking Guidelines:

· Per current local, state and federal guidelines, masks are optional for all Library patrons and staff

· The Library welcomes patrons and staff to wear masks if they prefer

· The Library has masks available at all service desks

· Ask about our contactless and remote service options

In Person: AI Governance: Managing Ethical Issues Across Organizations and Businesses

Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Radha Ratnaparkhi, Research Data for AI Model Governance, T.J. Watson Research Center will give this presentation. With more AI embedded into daily workflows, the more proactive governance is needed to drive responsible and ethical decisions...

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Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, December 4, 2023 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Online at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Online

Age Group: Adults, Teens

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 transpor...

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In Person: Community Mindfulness Meditation

Monday, December 4, 2023 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home Page Feed

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

The Community Mindfulness Project will be hosting in-person sessions twice a month. Time for community building, mindful meditation instruction, a guided meditation, sharing and reflection. Suitable for first-timers and pros alike. No special clothin...

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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.

In Person: The Best Stories are Yours: A Two-Part Autofiction Workshop

Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed

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Seats Remaining: 16

Description:

This two-part, seminar-workshop with bestselling author and writing instructor Adele Annesi (What She Takes Away, Bordighera Press 2023) will explore inspirational ways writers can select, explore and transform real life journeys, turning points...

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In Person: Everyday Magic: Science Meets Psychic Phenomena

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lectures & Panels

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Stories of divination and miracles, prophetic dreams and mind reading - powers are found across eras and cultures and figure prominently in native traditions and all the major religions. Myriad tales recount similar happenings, and many of us feel we...

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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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Library Masking Guidelines:

· Per current local, state and federal guidelines, masks are optional for all Library patrons and staff

· The Library welcomes patrons and staff to wear masks if they prefer

· The Library has masks available at all service desks

· Ask about our contactless and remote service options

Online: Poems From CT's Four Corners

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Online at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Online

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Home Page Feed, Music & Performances

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Join us online for a reading by notable poets representing each of the state’s four corners, plus one from the central Hartford area. Hosted and curated by Ridgefield Poet Laureate Emerita Barb Jennes, Poems from Connecticut’...

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Online ARTalk: What to Look for When You Look at Art

4:00pm - 5:30pm

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Online

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks, Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels, Special Programs

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

This online ARTalk is a presentation via Zoom with artist, author and educator Gene Wisniewski titled: What to Look for When You are Looking at Art. In this talk, Wisniewski will cover basic areas such as composition, subject matter, medium, wha...

In Person ARTalk: Exploring the Hill-Stead Museum

2:00pm - 3:30pm

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks, Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels, Special Programs

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Exploring the Art, Architecture and Gardens of the Hill-Stead Museum with Executive Director and CEO, Dr. Anna Swinbourne (snow date, Sunday, January 28) The Hill-Stead Museum is home to some of the best Impressionist art in the world — with maste...

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Snow date for January 21 ARTalk with Dr. Anna Swinbourne

2:00pm - 3:30pm

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks, Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels, Special Programs

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Snow date for January 21, 2024 ARTalk with Dr. Anna Swinbourne, Executive Director of the Hill-Stead Museum. Originally scheduled for Sunday, January 21 at 2 pm in the Main Program Room. Exploring the Art, Architecture and Gardens of th...

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In-Person ARTalk with Randy Williams, Met Museum of Art Educator

2:00pm - 3:30pm

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Teens

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks, Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

How Art History has Shaped my Career as an Artist and a Teacher with Randy Williams Professor of Art emeritus, Manhattanville College (snow date - Sunday, February 25) Celebrating Black History Month - this lecture will focus on groundbreaking ...

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Snow date for ARTalk with Artist and Museum Educator Randy Williams

2:00pm - 3:30pm

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Teens

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks, Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

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In Person ARTalk: Puppetry - Sharing Art to Make Lasting Connections

2:00pm - 3:30pm

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Teens

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks, Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels, Special Programs

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Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Puppetry: Sharing Art to Ensure Lasting Connections with Puppeteer Adelka Polak Artistic Director and Founder of Sova Dance & Puppet Theater Adelka Polak will share the joys of her lifelong career in puppetry which now focuses on the environme...

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