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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us via Zoom for a discussion and demonstration of the various iPhone settings you can use to ensure your privacy is protected when you use your iPhone. Most apps track everything you do on your iPhone and everywhere you go.

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Online Programs

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

This event is in the "Grade 3" group.
This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.

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 Citrus Slime! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided. Please wear clothes that can get sticky and dirty.

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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.

Using Google Sheets

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:

During this class, we will be reviewing many features of the free cloud-based spreadsheet application “Google Sheets”, which is an alternative to Microsoft Excel.

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 "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Slime Science

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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:

Children entering Grades 4-6 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Cherry Berry Bomb 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.

This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Slime Science

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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:

Children entering Grades 4-6 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Wet and Wild 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.

This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Level Up Science: Plant Wars

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: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

For students entering Grades 4-8. Explore the science of plants through an interactive gaming experience. Players take on the role of different plant species and battle it out in a simulated ecosystem in attempts to out compete their rivals.

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 "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Esport Experience: Smash Bros Ultimate

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: Special Programs, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

For students entering Grades 4-8 in Fall 2025. Esports is all about positive social/emotional growth through gaming. Learn and compete in Smash Bros Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch in a hands-on instructive way.

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 "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Level Up Science: Nitrogen Cycle

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: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

For students entering Grades 4-8. Explore the science of ecological chemistry through an interactive experience. Players will be transformed into the element nitrogen, and journey throughout the ecosystem, moving in and out of living things.

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 "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Esport Experience: Mario Kart 8

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: Special Programs, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

For students entering Grades 4-8 in Fall 2025. Esports is all about positive social/emotional growth through gaming. Learn and compete in Mario Kart 8 on the Nintendo Switch in a hands-on instructive way. Hosted by Esport Coach 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.

This event is in the "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Level Up Science: Health Wars

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: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

For students entering Grades 4-8.Explore the science of the human body through an interactive gaming experience.

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 "Grade 4" group.
This event is in the "Grade 5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.

Slime Science

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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:

Children entering Grades 4-6 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Crazy Cactus Slime! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided. Please wear clothes that can get sticky and dirty. Registration is required and July 30, 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.

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.