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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct-Nov
2021
Heidi Lewis Coleman, Dreamscape Series Paintings
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Adults,
Teens
Program Type:
Exhibits & Art Talks
Description:
Heidi Lewis Coleman is an abstract artist whose Dreamscape Series reflects an exploration of imaginary landscapes inspired by ancient lands of mythology and cultural lore, whether historical, fictional, or fantastical.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct-Dec
2021
Online: Letters Are Characters Phonics Program
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Special Programs,
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
The goal of the Letters are Characters program is to provide essential information and tools for parents and caregivers to help your child understand the letter/sound relationship to develop the acquisition of reading skills. A free kit can
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.
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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.
Grades K–2,
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8
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.
Oct
22
2021
Fri
October Take & Make: Calaveras (skull) foam prints
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Lodewick Children’s Library
Age Group:
Grades K–2,
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
Special Programs
Description:
Stop by the Library to pick up this week's October Take & Make: Calaveras (skull) foam prints. These crafts or STEAM activities are geared for students in 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.
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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.
All Ages/Families,
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
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.
Oct
18
2021
Mon
In-Person: All-Age Family Storytime in the Park
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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
Description:
Families with children all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, and sing together in Ballard Park! No registration required.
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 "Adults" group.
Oct
18
2021
Mon
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:
26
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
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
In-Person: Mother Goose (is Loose in the Leir)
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Description:
For families with walkers ages 12 - 24 months. Join Ms. Diane 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.
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 "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
In-Person: Freehand Architectural Sketching and Architect's Hand-Lettering: A Six- Session Course
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Dayton Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Home Page Feed
Description:
You don't have to be an architect to draw freehand building facades (or floor plans) of your favorite historic building, childhood home, or various architectural features such as belfries, period doorways, stone archways, stylistic Baroque or Colo
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This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
Oct
20
2021
Wed
Preschool Outdoor Storytime
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Library Branch:
Off Site
Room:
Other (off site)
Age Group:
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
23
2021
Sat
ONLINE - CT Poetry Society Monthly Workshop
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Adults,
Teens
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Description:
CONNECTICUT POETRY SOCIETY MONTHLY WORKSHOP
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
23
2021
Sat
IN PERSON: Introduction to Babysitting Course
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Description:
In this Introduction to Babysitting Course, participants will learn interviewing tips, communication skills, ages and stages of young babies and toddlers, safety and first aid tips, and feeding and caring for children, including diaper changing.&n
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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
Convert Your VHS to DVD or Digital
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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 two-hour session to make a DVD or digital file from one of your personal VHS videos (NTSC format only).
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
20
2021
Wed
Online - Lunchtime Language Class - French Conversation for Beginners
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Description:
Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
20
2021
Wed
ONLINE - Personal Digital Archiving
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
92
Description:
Your digital photos, documents, recordings and videos can all disappear with the crash of a hard drive or a lost phone.
Disclaimer(s)
Online Programs
The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
Oct
21
2021
Thu
In-Person: Baby & Me Playtime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
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.
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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
22
2021
Fri
Convert Your VHS to DVD or Digital
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 two-hour session to make a DVD or digital file from one of your personal VHS videos (NTSC format only).
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This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
Oct
23
2021
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Program Type:
Films,
Home Page Feed
Description:
Families of children ages 3 and up are invited to watch short films based on favorite and classic picturebooks. Books related to the weekly themes will be displayed for check out. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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.
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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.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
All Ages/Families,
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5,
Grades K–2
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.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
Oct
17
2021
Sun
In-Person: Storytime with the Aldrich
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Off Site
Room:
Other (off site)
Age Group:
All Ages/Families,
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5,
Grades K–2
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:
Gather your little ones at The Aldrich for Story Time, in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
18
2021
Mon
ONLINE - Maker Monday: 3D Print a Tea Light Pumpkin*
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:
13
Description:
Are you interested in printing your own Tea Light Pumpkin on the Library's 3D printer?
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)
Online Programs
The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
ONLINE - Job Search Resources
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:
96
Description:
Join us for an online class via Zoom.
We will discuss and demonstrate library databases, digital books, and websites that can be used in a job search.
Disclaimer(s)
Online Programs
The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2021
Sun
In-Person ARTalk - Belle da Costa Greene: The Woman Who Made the Morgan Library with Dr. Daria Rose Foner
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:
Adults
Program Type:
Exhibits & Art Talks,
Home Page Feed,
Lectures & Panels
Required
Seats Remaining:
136
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
21
2021
Thu
ONLINE - Learn a Language with Pronunciator
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:
18
Description:
Want to learn a new foreign language or brush up your skills? Get started with customizable online language learning for over 80 languages. Pronunciator is available with your Ridgefield Library card.
Disclaimer(s)
Online Programs
The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
21
2021
Thu
Convert Your VHS to DVD or Digital
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 two-hour session to make a DVD or digital file from one of your personal VHS videos (NTSC format only).
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This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
Oct
18
2021
Mon
ONLINE: Tinkercad Design Hour
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
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
IN PERSON: Teen Tech Tuesday: Create Your Own Custom Buttons
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Description:
Are you interested in turning your creations into a custom button? Learn the basics of Canva, a free design program, and then follow along with easy step by step instructions for creating your own custom buttons.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
Online- Nevermore: Remembering the Great Auk
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Adults,
Teens
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
Lectures & Panels
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
The second in a four-part series about extinct species.
The Great Auk, Garefowl, or Penguin of the North was a substantial sea bird whose extinction was entirely the work of humankind.
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.
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8,
Teens
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.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
In-Person: Pokémon Players Club
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8,
Teens
Program Type:
Games & Activities,
Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
20
2021
Wed
In Person: Italian Movie Discussion (English Subtitles)
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Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Main Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Films
Required
Seats Remaining:
19
Description:
Come join us on the third Wednesday of the month to watch an Italian movie (with English subtitles).
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This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
Oct
21
2021
Thu
In-Person: Halloween Hauntings
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Grades 3–5
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Hear some spooky Halloween stories sure to give you shivers! Then bring the spooky to create and assemble a 3-D Haunted House to take home. Registration required.
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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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
18
2021
Mon
ONLINE: Next Chapter Book Club
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,
Special Programs
Description:
Join our weekly book club designed especially for adolescents (16 and up) and adults with intellectual and developmental challenges.
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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.
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8,
Teens
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.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8,
Teens
Program Type:
Games & Activities,
Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Description:
For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques online with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. 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.
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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.
Grades K–2,
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8,
Teens
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.
Oct
20
2021
Wed
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,
Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
19
2021
Tue
ONLINE - Critics' Circle Book 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:
14
Description:
The Ridgefield Library’s book discussion groups will meet online via Zoom until we are able to meet in person again!
The group meets at 7 PM on the third Tuesday of the month (except December) for a discussion of new and classic titles. New readers are always welcome.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
20
2021
Wed
Online: Abracadabra to Alchemy: 7,000 Years of Magic
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:
32
Description:
What do immortality, virility, lust, and inflation have in common? Alchemy! Trace the journey of magic through its exciting and hotly debated formative years.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
21
2021
Thu
ONLINE - Study Skills: 5 Ways to Support Your Student’s Study Habits After Covid-19
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Adults,
Teens
Program Type:
Home Page Feed,
Parenting
Description:
5 Ways to Support Your Student’s Study Habits After Covid-19
For Parents of Elementary, Middle, and High School Students
Disclaimer(s)
Online Programs
The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.
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