Week Calendar

Name: When Grandmas Cook
Start: 2024-12-27T10:30:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-27T11:15:00-05:00
Location: Ridgefield Library

Featured Events

When Grandmas Cook

Friday, December 27, 2024 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: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5

Program Type: Special Programs, Storytimes & Early Literacy

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Description:

For families with children ages 2-5 years old.

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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.

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, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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

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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

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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.

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

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.

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.

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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Storywalk 06/28/2021 @ 10:00am - 08/15/2021 @ 11:00am All Ages/Families 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: Other Age Group: All Ages/Families Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs Description: Read "Meesha Makes Friends" by Tom Percival by walking downtown Ridgefield. Visit stores and organizations to read each page, fill out your puzzle and get a prize! 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 "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Ken Hunt Paintings Exhibition All Day 7/31 - 8/29 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: Gallery Age Group: Adults, Teens Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Description: On view from July 31st to August 29. Using a vivid, opulent palette and dramatic brush strokes, self-taught artist Kenneth Hunt from Litchfield County captures beauty and simplicity in his landscape and figurative paintings.
		This event is in the "Teens" group. Pink Week Craft: Washi Tape Keepsake Box All Day Teens Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Other Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description: Take and Make crafts: Decorate a paper box with washi tape as a place to hold your keepsakes! When you sign up you will get an email letting you know when to come and pick up the craft supplies with your name.				This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Take & Make: Pink Week! All Day Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. 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: Lodewick Children’s Library Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs Description: Stop by the Library to pick up this week's Take & Make loosely based on the Summer Reading theme: Reading Colors Our World. These crafts or STEAM activities are geared for students entering grades K-6. 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.
10 am		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. Gazebo Grooves All-Age Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Required 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Other Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 9 Description: Families with children of all ages are invited to this energetic in-person storytime full of stories, songs, dancing, and grooving at Ballard Park 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 "Adults" group. Books and Breakfast 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: Book Discussions Required Seats Remaining: 27 Description: Books and Breakfast meets via Zoom (while the Library is doing online programs only) on the second Monday morning of the month (except December) for a monthly to chat about participants’ favorite books. Come hear about what others are r	This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Mother Goose on the Loose 10:30am - 11:00am Ages 0-2 Required This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: For families with children ages birth - 35 months. Join 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.	This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Park It!: Preschool Outdoor Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Other (off site) Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 24 Description: For families with children ages 3-5. Join Ms. Diane in stories, songs and and fun near the gazebo in Ballard Park! Please bring something to sit on. 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 "Adults" group. ONLINE - World Lit Now! Contemporary World Literature Discussion Group 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: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed Required Seats Remaining: 26 Description: Join us for World Lit Now! A contemporary world literature book discussion group that will meet via Zoom (while the Library is doing online only programs) on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from January through November.
11 am					This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Colorful Clay Creations for Grades 4-6 11:00am - 11:45am 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: Library Lawn Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description: Join other aspiring artists entering Grades 4-6 and create colorful, poseable clay creations! 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.
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2 pm					This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. CANCELLED-Chalk the Walk for Grades 1-3 2:00pm - 2:45pm Grades K–2 This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Grades K–2 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Description: This program is cancelled due to excessive heat. Join other children entering Grades 1-3 in decorating the sidewalks around the Library to celebrate Reading Colors Your World! 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.
3 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. ONLINE - Get Crafty with Creative Bug 3:00pm - 3:30pm Adults, Teens Required 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, Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 36 Description: Find out how to enjoy access to thousands of online art and craft classes taught by top designers and artists with Creative Bug. All you need is a Ridgefield library card to get started. Register below to receive the Zoom link.		This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - Founders Hall Book Discussion 3:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Founders Hall Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions Description: For a listing of upcoming dates and book selections click here. The group meets on the second Thursday of the month (except December) at 3 PM. This book group is open to members of Founders Hall only. This event is in the "Adults" group. Convert Your VHS to DVD or Digital 3:00pm - 4:15pm 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: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Do you have home videos in VHS format that you would like convert to DVD or digital format?* Reserve this individual one-hour session to make a DVD or digital file from one of your personal VHS videos (NTSC format only).
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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: 34 Description: Join Coach Shawn 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. Convert Your VHS to DVD or Digital 6:00pm - 7:15pm 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: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Do you have home videos in VHS format that you would like convert to DVD or digital format?* Reserve this individual one-hour session to make a DVD or digital file from one of your personal VHS videos (NTSC format only).
7 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Zoom Author Talk with Veterinarian Melissa Shapiro - PIGLET: The Unexpected Story of a Deaf, Blind, Pink Puppy and His Family 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults, All Ages/Families Required This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: Adults, All Ages/Families Program Type: Author Talks Required Seats Remaining: 30 Description: Please join us for this Zoom author talk with veterinarian Melissa Shapiro in conversation with Dan Schachner, Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl Referee, in a program co-sponsored by the Ridgefield Library, Books on the Common independent bookstore	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Infinite Worlds Book Group 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults, Teens Required 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: Book Discussions Required Seats Remaining: 25 Description: Infinite Worlds Book Group will meet on the second Thursday of every month at 7pm except December. The Infinite Worlds Book Group is currently meeting online via Zoom. Each month we will alternate between Science Fiction

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Take and Make crafts:

Decorate a paper box with washi tape as a place to hold your keepsakes!

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