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A wood slice with a snowflake on the surface, made out of string, against a blue background

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.

Engrave a Bookmark

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

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 for a workshop to learn how to engrave a wooden bookmark on the Library's CNC machine. Learn the basics of Carbide Create and then follow along with easy step by step instructions for creating your own unique design.

STEAM Corner for Kids!

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Grade 4, Grade 5

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM

Registration Required

Description:

Join us for a workshop to learn how to engrave a wooden snowflake on the Library's CNC machine. Learn the basics of Carbide Create and then follow along with easy step by step instructions for creating your own unique design.

Illustration of Mother Goose riding goose

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.

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10 am					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: Basic French Conversation for Beginners 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 beginners via Zoom.	This event is in the "Adults" group Windows – an Overview 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: Microsoft Windows has been around for decades, and Windows 11 has been available for over a year now. 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 "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group Geocaching 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: Are you ready for a real-world treasure hunt? Students entering Grades 1-6 in Fall 2024 are invited to learn more about geocaching - a great way to explore local parks and trails with a mission to find a treasure. 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 DIY Photo Magnets 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 create a photo magnet using the library’s button maker. Please feel free to bring your mobile device or a flash drive with a digital photo or create your own unique design on Canva. 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 Online: iPad 101 – Overview of Standard (Preinstalled) Apps (Part Two) 3:00pm–4:00pm 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, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Join us as we continue our discussion of several other very useful Apps that are automatically installed on every iPad. Learn how easy these tools are to use. See how to use Notes to stay organized, and to scan documents and text. Disclaimer(s) Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.
4 pm	This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Tweens & Teens Write! 4:00pm–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: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Registration Required 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) 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. This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group Nature Journals 4:30pm–5:30pm 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 4-6 are invited to join Dr. Jean Linville from the Ridgefield Conservation Commission to take a closer look at the nature around us. 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 Cancelled CANCELLED - Create an AR Scavenger Hunt 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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: An AR (Augmented Reality) scavenger hunt involves participants using their mobile phones to locate virtual items or complete tasks in the real 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.	This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group Bubblepalooza 4:30pm–5:30pm 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: You're invited to our bubble party! Children entering grades 1-6 will enjoy all kinds of activities, like making your own bubble wand and painting with bubbles. After, we'll work together to try and see how big of a bubble we can create. 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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