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Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-12 months
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories.

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Online: iPhone – Helpful Tips When Traveling

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
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:

Whether you are traveling by car or airplane, or domestically or abroad, traveling has become more complicated, which means more things to remember and to keep track of.

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Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, March 31, 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 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.

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Hello, My Name is Sharkbait: A 2,000-Mile Adventure on the Appalachian Trail

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talks
Registration Required
Description:

Hello My Name is Sharkbait: Author talk by Michael Nieman

A 2,000-Mile Adventure on the Appalachian Trail

Five Months.
Five Million Steps.
An Odyssey of Grit.

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Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, April 1, 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.

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Video Editing with Canva

Wednesday, April 1, 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 Canva can be used as a free online video editor, allowing you to create engaging videos for any platform with their drag and drop interface?

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Teen Creative Writing Club

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Registration Required
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.

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Children's Author Visit: Babs Costello

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: All Ages / Families
Program Type: Author Talks, Special Programs, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Families with children of all ages are invited to celebrate Babs' new children's picturebook "Did Your Mother Ever Tell You?" with a reading, meet & greet and book signing!

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Online: Poems from CT's Four Corners, National Poetry Month Edition

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Performances
Registration Required
Description:

Join us online as we host five diverse and engaging Connecticut poets for an evening of poetry and community. Please register in advance to receive the Zoom link.

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Baby & Me Playtime

Thursday, April 2, 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.

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AI Investigators Series

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

Students in Grades 4-8 are invited to join Next Generation Learners for an interactive, discussion-based series exploring how to use AI as a tool for creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking.

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.

Games on Tap

6:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for our 21+ adults-only tabletop gaming experience.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

RBR-The Shutterbug Photographers

9:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Programs
Description:

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all  levels, who use many different kinds of cameras. We meet at the library on second Saturdays at 9:00 am to discuss our craft or take a field trip.

Embroider a Bandana for Your Dog

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages / Families
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.

Wolf Storytime with WCC

10:30am–11:15am
Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2
Program Type: Special Programs, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Families with children in Grades PK-2 are invited to celebrate Earth Month with a special program featuring an educator from the Wolf Conservation Center in South Salem, NY.

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.

In Person: Caffe Italiano

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

Join Angela Tropeano one Saturday a month as she goes over some basic Italian vocabulary and grammar to help you get started with the language, improve your basic language skills, and meet new friends.  Following this half hour is Caffe'

Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group A

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
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.

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.

ARTalk: Life in the the Studio with Frances Palmer

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, All Ages / Families
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults, All Ages / Families
Program Type: Author Talks, Exhibits & Art Talks
Registration Required
Description:

Life in the Studio is as beautiful and unexpected as Palmer’s pottery, as breathtakingly colorful as her celebrated dahlias, as intimate as the dinners she hosts in her studio for friends an

This series of lectures, films, and workshops focuses on art, architecture, and design is dedicated to exploring the creative process. ARTalks is co-sponsored by the Ridgefield Library and the Ridgefield Guild of Artists.

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.

Spanish Learn & Play

2:30pm–3:15pm
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2
Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs
Registration Required
Description:

Children in Grades K-2 and their caregivers are invited to learn some beginning Spanish with song, play, activities and stories. 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.

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.

All-Age Family Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3
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.

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.

Gourd Birdhouse Workshop

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us to design your own Gourd Birdhouse with a supplied gourd and design tools.

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.

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
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 trans

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.

Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

10:30am–11:00am
Ages 0-12 months
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-12 months
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.

Online: Instagram - Using the App

3:00pm–4:15pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Discover the basics of Instagram in this session via Zoom designed for beginners. You will learn how to set up your account, create a profile, and navigate the app’s main features.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

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.

D&D Club: Group A

4:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
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 like Dungeons & Dragons.

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.

EXP: Magic the Gathering 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:

In this card game, players role play being a wizard using the magic from the land to summon forth creatures to take down their opponent.

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.

College Ready: Rising Seniors Timeline

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: STEAM Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Programs
Registration Required
Description:
RESCHEDULED FROM 3/31:
 
Rising seniors, summer and applications season are both coming up. 
 
Want a way to organize your workload to drama

Critics' Circle Book Group

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Description:

This month we will be reading

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.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Age 3, Age 4, Age 5
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.

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.

Online: Intermediate/Advanced French with Anette Roth

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for this French conversation class for those with intermediate to advanced French. The class takes place via Zoom.

A250: Stars & Stripes

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2
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.