This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Feb-Apr 2025 Art Exhibition: 'Just Audubon, Birds & Animals' by Joel Third All Day 2/25 - 4/9 Adults, All Ages/Families This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Feb-Apr 2025 Art Exhibition: 'Just Audubon, Birds & Animals' by Joel Third All Day 2/25 - 4/9 Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Description: This exhibit’s focus is the famous 19th century bird prints of John James Audubon (1785-1851), a Frenchman who immigrated to America in 1803 to Mill Grove, PA. 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. Apr 1 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. Apr 1 2025 Tue Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s 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 "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 1 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. Apr 1 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: 0 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. Apr 1 2025 Tue D&D Club: 13th Age 4:30pm - 7:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue D&D Club: 13th Age 4:30pm - 7:00pm 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 "Adults" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Nonfictioneers Book Group 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Nonfictioneers 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: Unlimited Description: The title for this month is The Radium Girls: the Dark Story of America’s Shining Women by Kate Moore. 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 "Ages 3-5" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Apr 2 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 "Grades K–2" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Chicken Little 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades K–2 Registration This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Chicken Little 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: 0 Description: Watch out, the sky is falling! Students in Grades K-2 will read the classic tale of Chicken Little, then make our own squawking chickens to take home. Registration is required and opens on March 2, 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.
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. Apr 2 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. Apr 2 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: 0 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. Apr 2 2025 Wed Poems from CT's Four Corners 7:00pm - 8:15pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Poems from CT's Four Corners 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music & Performances Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: Scott Frey’s poems appear widely, including in The Missouri Review, where his work received the Perkoff Prize. His collection Heavy Metal Nursing won the Tampa Review Prize. Disclaimer(s) Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Terrific Twos 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 0-2 Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 3 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: 0 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. Apr 3 2025 Thu Baby & Me Playtime 11:30am - 12:00pm Ages 0-2 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 3 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 "Grades 3–5" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Creative Writing Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Creative Writing Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Description: Join our Creative Writing Club to meet with other young writers and share your work! Using prompts and guidance, writers in grades 3-5 will work on their writing projects, whether it be a short story, poetry, or a longer project. 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. Apr 3 2025 Thu D&D Club: Curse of Strahd 4:30pm - 7:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu D&D Club: Curse of Strahd 4:30pm - 7:00pm 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. 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 "All Ages/Families" group. Apr 4 - 7 2025 Friends of the Ridgefield Library Big Book Sale All Day 4/4 - 4/7 Adults, All Ages/Families This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Apr 4 - 7 2025 Friends of the Ridgefield Library Big Book Sale All Day 4/4 - 4/7 Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families Program Type: Book Sales, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Description: Don't miss the Friends of the Ridgefield Library's multi-day Big Book Sale! Great choices for readers of all ages and interests. 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. Apr 4 2025 Fri Take & Make: Rain Cloud Suncatcher 10:00am - 6:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Take & Make: Rain Cloud Suncatcher 10:00am - 6:00pm 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: April showers bring May flowers. Make a simple suncatcher that looks like a rain cloud. It's just the thing to brighten up a rainy day. 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 3-5" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Preschool Poetry Teatime 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Preschool Poetry Teatime 10:30am - 11:15am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required Seats Remaining: 6 Description: Children ages 3-5 and a caregiver join Ms. Kathleen for Poetry Tea Time! We will read some poems and share a special treat in this active storytime celebrating National Poetry Month. Registration is required and opens on March 4, 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. 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 "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. Apr 4 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. Apr 4 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 "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Read to ROAR 11:30am - 12:30pm Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Read to ROAR 11:30am - 12:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required Seats Remaining: 7 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Lyme Connection Outreach 11:30am - 3:30pm Adults, All Ages/Families This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Lyme Connection Outreach 11:30am - 3:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Level Lobby Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Description: Lyme Connection, an organization that's served Ridgefield for over 20 years, will be in the Main Lobby of the Library to give out Tick Kits - and lots of info about tick-borne illnesses.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 6 2025 Sun Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group A 1:30pm - 3:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 6 2025 Sun Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group A 1:30pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Description: Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold poetry 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 "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Apr 7 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. Apr 7 2025 Mon All-Age Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s 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 "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Tweens & Teens Write! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens Registration This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Tweens & Teens Write! 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 7 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 3–5" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Kids Coding Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Kids Coding Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 4 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. Apr 7 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. Apr 7 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.
