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Montage of Musicals and Michael Langlois

A250: From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Music & Performances

Registration Required

Description:

Join Michael Langlois for a presentation telling the story of the founding of our nation through two American musicals,1776 and Hamilton: both telling the story of the founding of our nation.

Ridgefield Folk Presents: Nu Haven Kapelye Klezmer Ensemble

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Music & Performances

Registration Required

Description:

The Nu Haven Kapelye invites audiences of all ages to explore the world of klezmer music.

Mandarin Learn & Play

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Leir Children’s Program Room

Age Group: Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Description:

Children in PreK-Grade 2 and their caregivers are invited to learn some beginning Mandarin with song, play, activities and stories. Ms.

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

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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 Registration Required Description: Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom.	This event is in the "Adults" group Learn and Practice French the Fun Way, with Anette Roth 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: Dayton Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Registration Required Description: "Apprendre et pratiquer le français avec l'humour" 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 Let's Learn Canva 1:00pm–2:00pm 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: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Canva is a free online graphic design platform, used to create social media graphics, presentations, posters, documents and other visual content. 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 Invention Adventure with Rudy Ruggles 1:00pm–2:30pm Grade 3 Registration Required 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: Grade 3 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Calling all curious minds in Grades 3-5! Are you ready for a challenge? We're assembling a team of creative thinkers to join Rudy Ruggles and Children's Staff on an Invention Adventure in an unexplored realm! 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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3 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Online: iPad 101 – Using the Camera App 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 for a general discussion of using the Camera app for taking and sharing photos. In this session you will learn the basic functions of the camera as well as other modes, such as panoramic. 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) 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 Making Scents 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 3 Registration Required 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: Grade 3 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Students in Grades 3-5 are welcome to join us for a workshop to learn about the history of perfume, and we’ll make our very own scents! 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.	This event is in the "Grade 3" group Team STEAM 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 3 Registration Required 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: Grade 3 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Team STEAM is a program founded and run by high school students. Using kits from local Fairfield county small business 3Dux Design, these students formulate and run introductory engineering programs for elementary school 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group In Person: Web Developer Coding Bootcamp 6:00pm–7:00pm 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: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Join us for our first ever Web Developer Coding Bootcamp with Fiero Code, a self-guided online software program that teaches you how to code through hundreds of coding tutorials and dozens of real-world projects. 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 "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Chess Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Kindergarten, Grade 3, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Kindergarten" group 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: Kindergarten, Grade 3, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities Registration Required Description: Join coaches from the DIG Chess Team to learn and practice chess skills in a fun environment! No experience necessary. Registration is required for each session and opens a month to the date of the 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Microsoft Word - Formatting Galore 6:00pm–7:30pm 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: Perhaps you are already familiar with Word, but want to be able to do more with your documents. In this class, we will cover formatting extensively, including font formatting, paragraph formatting, and page formatting. 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. 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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