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Name: Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months
Start: 2024-12-31T10:30:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-31T11:00:00-05:00
Location: Ridgefield Library

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Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, December 31, 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: 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.

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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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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.

Baby & Me Playtime

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Leir Children’s Program Room

Age Group: 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.

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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.

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.

Crossed green and pink scissors against a bright blue background, with paper snowflakes scattered around

Teen Hangout: Paper Snowflakes

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens

Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs

Description:

Relax with friends on Friday afternoon - play board, card or video games, make a craft, have a snack...no registration necessary, just drop in.

This week, cut fun and unique snowflakes from paper!

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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.

Read to ROAR

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Leir Children’s Program Room

Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5

Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy

Required

Seats Remaining: 1

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.

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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.

Tweens & Teens Write!

Monday, January 6, 2025 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

Required

Seats Remaining: 10

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.

Kids Coding Club

Monday, January 6, 2025 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

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

Required

Seats Remaining: 3

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.

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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.

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Online at Ridgefield Library

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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

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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.

Online Programs

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

Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 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: 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

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

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 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

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.

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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.

BW Photo by Ralph Baskin, "You've Arrived"

Creative Visions - Annual Shutterbugs Photography Show

All Day 1/8 - 2/9

Gallery at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Gallery

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks

Description:

This annual photography show of the Shutterbugs is on view from January 8 through January 31 in the Ridgefield Library Gallery during regular Library hours.

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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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· 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

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10 am	This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Storytime-ONLINE 10:30am - 11:00am All Ages/Families Required This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: All Ages/Families Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: Join the children's librarians for books, songs, and fun in our special online storytime! New storytimes released every Monday. 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. Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.		This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - AM Book Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed Required Seats Remaining: 15 Description: The Ridgefield Library’s book discussion groups will meet online via Zoom until we are able to meet in person again! This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Crafty Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 Required This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Preschoolers join Ms. Diane in stories, songs and crafts. A kit will be available to pick up containing craft supplies for the 4 weeks of the session. You will be notified when the kits are ready. 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. Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Canceled - ONLINE - Poetry on the Path Workshop 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Required Seats Remaining: 11 Description: This program will take place via Zoom. Please register below to receive the Zoom link.
11 am	This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - Maker Monday: Personalize a Mason Jar Mug* 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Are you interested in printing your own decal on the Library's Cricut Maker machine?		This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - Lunchtime Language: Intermediate to Advanced French Conversation 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Join us for this French conversation class for those with intermediate to advanced French.
12 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. ONLINE - Mindfulness and Meditation 12:00pm - 12:45pm Adults, Teens This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Health & Wellness Description: Meditation offers countless benefits, including improved emotional regulation, focus, resilience, compassion, and mental and physical health.
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4 pm	This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. ONLINE - Tinkercad Design Hour 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5 Required This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Required Seats Remaining: 7 Description: Join us on Zoom to experiment with the 3D printing design program Tinkercad! We'll spend 10 minutes learning a simple design, then spend the rest of the hour free-building, with Miss Kathy on hand to answer 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. Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Tech Tuesday: Personalize a Mason Jar Mug* 4:00pm - 5:00pm Adults, Grades 6–8, Teens Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 3 Description: Are you interested in printing your own decal on the Library's Cricut Maker machine? Disclaimer(s) Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Understanding the Fascinating Life Cycle of Native Plants 4:00pm - 5:30pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels Required Seats Remaining: 41 Description: In this presentation, Heather McCargo, founder and Executive Director of the Maine Wild Seed Project, showcases the fascinating reproductive lifecycles of different plants native to New England, and explains how we can change our landscaping pract
5 pm			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. Virtual Chess Club 5:00pm - 6:00pm Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Required 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Join Coach Matthew Shirvell in honing your chess skills and playing with other local Connecticut students! 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.
6 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Making Smart Energy Choices Series 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels Required Seats Remaining: 76 Description: Feeling helpless about climate change? We have some answers for you! Disclaimer(s) Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.	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. Virtual Scrabble Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Required 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Home Page Feed, Games & Activities Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques online with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. Please create an account for Woogles.io before the first session and send it to Cornelia Guest. 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.
7 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. Voting Rights in America: Ensuring Fair and Full Voting for All 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels Required Seats Remaining: 242 Description: Myrna Pérez is director of the Brennan Center's Voting Rights and Elections Program, and leads the Program's research, advocacy, and litigation work nationwide. Disclaimer(s) Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

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