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Take & Make: Snowflake String Art

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm

Ellis Family Teen Center at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Ellis Family Teen Center

Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens

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

Description:

A take and make for winter! Come grab a kit to make string art featuring a snowflake. The kit will contain everything you need to make the craft.

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Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 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 0-12 months

Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy

Description:

For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories.

Online: Exploring Essential Features of the iPhone Using iOS 26

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm

Online at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Online

Age Group: Adults

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

Registration Required

Description:

Join this session via Zoom for a basic review of the iPhone’s Liquid Glass feature and how you can customize it to your liking.

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 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: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Program Type: Games & Activities

Registration Required

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.

Just a Phase- or Something More? Recognizing and Treating Serious Mental Illness

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Description:

A Community Conversation led by the authors of Lives Reimagined: Changing the Course of Psychotic Illness

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 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: Age 3, Age 4, Age 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.

Embroidery Machine Orientation

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Adults, Teens

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

Registration Required

Description:

Are you interested in learning how to use the Library's Baby Lock Flare embroidery machine? Join us for a hands-on one hour orientation where we will review all the steps you need to know to get started embroidering.

Love at First Page Book Group

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Randolph Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed

Registration Required

Description:

This month we will be reading Burn for Me by Ilona Andrews.

Online: Understanding and Using "The Cloud"

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Online at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Online

Age Group: Adults

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

Registration Required

Description:

So what is “The Cloud” anyway? The Cloud refers to the sharing of data and programs over the Internet.

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Baby & Me Playtime

Thursday, January 22, 2026 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 0-12 months

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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10 am				This event is in the "Age 3" group Artful Adventures 10:30am–11:00am Age 3 Registration Required This event is in the "Age 3" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Age 3 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Registration Required Description: Children ages 3-5 years with a caregiver are invited to explore process art in this Artful Adventure! 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 Drawing Birds I: Colored Pencil Drawing Course 10:30am–12:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Dayton Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Description: DRAWING BIRDS I - Colored Pencil Drawing Course (Although this course may be for all drawing levels, some experience with colored pencils is an advantage) 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Adults" group Online: French Conversation for Intermediate and Advanced 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Registration 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 Registration Required Description: Join us for this French conversation class for those with intermediate to advanced French. The class takes place via Zoom. 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 Online Safety - Part One 11:00am–12:30pm Adults Registration 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: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Part one of this two-part series will focus on the types of threats and scams that exist, what the crooks are after, and some general advice for staying safe. 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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1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Adventures in Geocaching 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Registration Required 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: Other (off site) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Geocaching is a real-world treasure hunt happening right now, all around you. There are millions of geocaches worldwide. 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. Physical Activity Participation in physical activities involves risk of injury. Participants agree to obey the safety standards of the program and the instructions of Ridgefield Library staff and other authorized program staff, as well as to hold all parties free from liability.
2 pm	This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group POSTPONED: Geode Geologists 2:00pm–3:00pm Grade 3, Grades 6–8 Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 3, Grades 6–8 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Registration Required Description: For rock lovers entering grades 4-6! How do geodes form? This program explores basic geology, followed by some exploration of rocks and geodes. See if you can identify all the rocks that we bring in. 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 "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group I Survived the Library 2:00pm–3:00pm Kindergarten, Grade 3 Registration Required This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 3 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Registration Required Description: Students entering Grades 1-6 in Fall 2024 can test their survival skills --and learn some new ones!-- during this hands-on class. Registration is required and opens on July 2, 2024. 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 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group RESCHEDULED: Geode Geologists 2:00pm–3:00pm Grade 3, Grades 6–8 Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 3, Grades 6–8 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Registration Required Description: For rock lovers entering grades 4-6! How do geodes form? This program explores basic geology, followed by some exploration of rocks and geodes. See if you can identify all the rocks that we bring in. 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 Sew Your Own Splashproof Pouch 3:30pm–4:30pm Adults Registration 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: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Join us this week to learn how to sew your very own Splashproof Pouch! No sewing machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided. 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 Make a Mosaic Pot with Katie Stevenson, for Adults 3:00pm–4:30pm Adults Registration 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: Dayton Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Description: Learn to create a fun, pretty mosaic flower pot, using grout and a variety of small decorative pieces: shells, tiles, beads, sea glass and anything you can think of. All supplies included for this free class. Don't wear anything fancy! 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 "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Learn to Crochet 3:00pm–5:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens Registration Required 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: Dayton Program Room Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Learn to crochet from long-time crochet teacher Vanessa Fasanella. Vanessa will teach the basics of crochet and help you start to crochet a scarf. You'll get to keep the yarn, hook, and scarf pattern. 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.
4 pm	This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Explore Science Through Gaming 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 3, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 3" 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: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 3, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Students entering Grades 3-12 in Fall 2024 join science educators Mike and Kristin Garguilo for an educational 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 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Explore Science Through Gaming 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 3, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 3" 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: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 3, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Students entering Grades 3-12 in Fall 2024 join science educators Mike and Kristin Garguilo for an educational 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 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group Slime Science 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 3, Grades 6–8 Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 3, Grades 6–8 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Children entering Grades 4-6 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Ice Cream 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.

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