Upcoming Events

Name: All-Age Family Storytime
Start: 2024-04-29T10:30:00-04:00
End: 2024-04-29T11:00:00-04:00
Location: Ridgefield Library

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All-Age Family Storytime

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5

Program Type: 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 attendees should expec...

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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.

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.

Scrabble Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Leir Children’s Program Room

Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Program Type: Games & Activities

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. Preference may be given to Ridgefield Resi...

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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

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.

Ridgefield Garden Club: From Formal to Freedom: New Approaches to the Garden

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:30pm

Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

As human and environmental health come under a litany of new pressures, our gardens can become sanctuaries. Working at the intersection of nature and culture, gardeners have a unique opportunity to impact biodiversity and help make landscapes more re...

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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.

Food Allergies

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

Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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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. This weekly storytime emphasizes rhymes and songs geared towards the development of toddlers. This program engages both the caregiver and the...

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

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.

Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 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: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Program Type: Games & Activities

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 10

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. If you know the basics, learn strategies and deck-building tips to maximize your own deck. All ...

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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

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.

Pokémon Players Club 5:30pm

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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: 10

Description:

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

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.

Mark Robinson Author Talk: Black on Madison Avenue

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author Talks, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Mark Robinson's second book, “Black On Madison Avenue,” is part deeply personal memoir and part explosive history of what he calls “America’s most un-diverse white collar profession.” Since its release in July 2023, the book has been the recipie...

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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.

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Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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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

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.

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Early Readers Book Club

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 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: Grades K–2

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 2

Description:

Emerging readers in Grades K-1 join Ms. Kathleen for an Early Readers Book Club. Each month we'll read and discuss one awesome Early Reader title, followed by an activity inspired by the book. Fun and tasty treats will be served while we have our boo...

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.

Food Allergies

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

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Infinite Worlds Book Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Description:

The title for this month is Dune by Frank Herbert Science Fiction: Set on the desert planet Arrakis, Dune is the story of Paul Atreides—who would become known as Muad'Dib—and of a great family's ambition to bring to fruiti...

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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.

Hybrid: A.M. Book Group

10:00am - 11:30am

Registration

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 A.M. Book Discussion meets in person with an option to participate via Zoom on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am (except for December). This book group will also not meet on the Wednesday before the Thanksgiving Day Holiday on 11/28/2...

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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.

Masking information

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 Programs

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

Hybrid: Nonfictioneers Book Discussion

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Registration

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 Nonfictioneers book discussion group meets in-person with an option to participate via Zoom on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm (except December) to discuss contemporary non-fiction titles. New readers are always welcome. Please register...

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.

In Person: Critics' Circle Book Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Critics' Circle meets in-person on the second Tuesday of the month (except December) at 6:30 pm for a discussion of new and classic titles. New readers are always welcome. This book discussion is led by Margaret Eustace. Many of the book discussio...

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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.

Hybrid: Books and Brunch

11:30am - 1:00pm

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Join us for our monthly chat about books. Members of our staff will share selected new fiction and nonfiction titles as well as staff pick recommendations. Then we hope you will briefly share about what you have been reading. All participants will re...

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.

Infinite Worlds Book Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Description:

The title for this month is Babel: Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution by R. F. Kuang Fantasy: A Chinese boy orphaned by cholera and raised in Britain is trained to work at the world's center for t...

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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.

Hybrid: A.M. Book Group

10:00am - 11:30am

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

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.

Masking information

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 Programs

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

Hybrid: Nonfictioneers Book Discussion

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

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.

Hybrid: Books and Brunch

11:30am - 1:00pm

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

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.

In Person: Critics' Circle Book Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

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.

Infinite Worlds Book Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Description:

The title for this month is The City We Became by N. K. Jemisin Fantasy: Every city has a soul. Some are as ancient as myths, and others are as new and destructive as children. New York City? She's got five. But every city also...

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.

Hybrid: A.M. Book Group

10:00am - 11:30am

Registration

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

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.

Masking information

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 Programs

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

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