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Coffee and Conversations About Aging

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Description:

Getting older often brings up new questions—but you don't have to navigate them alone.

Kids Coding Club

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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

Registration Required

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.

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, December 8, 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

Illustration of Mother Goose riding goose

Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, December 9, 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 0-12 months

Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy

Description:

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

Embroider a Felt Gingerbread Snow Globe Ornament for Teens

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens

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

Registration Required

Description:

Join us to learn how to create your very own custom felt gingerbread snow globe ornament on the library's embroidery machines.

No embroidery machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided.

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, December 9, 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: 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.

Illustration of the Declaration of Independence and Quill Pen

America 250 Community Conversations: The Declaration of Independence

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Special Programs

Registration Required

Description:

America250 Community Conversations are facilitated discussions led by Ridgefield Library and Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center staff that focus on increasing familiarity and interaction with the Declaration of Independence

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 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.

Project Resilience: Living with Loss

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Description:

Living with Loss: A Conversation with Martha Morris, LCSW

Using Gmail More Effectively

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

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:

During this program, we will present the very popular email application, Google Mail (Gmail). We will review important Gmail basics such as: Sending, Receiving, Replying, Forwarding, Printing, etc. Additionally, we will cover many of the

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All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group Art Exhibit/Morris Wing: Cris Nichols All Day 10/2–11/13 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: Morris Wing Age Group: Adults Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Description: Cris Nichols has been a resident of Ridgefield, CT for 31 years. Her chosen creative outlet started with quilting, until she found that glasswork was as rewarding as fabric and thread. 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 "All Ages / Families" group Art Exhibit: Cynthia Mullins All Day 10/17–11/13 Adults, All Ages / Families 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: Gallery Age Group: Adults, All Ages / Families Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Description: Cynthia Mullins is an award-winning artist known for her landscapes, florals, and still lifes. 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 "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group Mini Pumpkin Decorating Contest All Day 10/18–10/31 All Ages / Families, Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5 This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 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: All Ages / Families, Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs Description: Put your pumpkin character on display in the 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. 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group Memory Cafe 10:00am–11:30am 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: Health & Wellness, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Memory cafes are essentially social gatherings where individuals with memory impairment and their adult caregivers come together in a supportive environment, share conversation over a cup of coffee or participate in fun, simple activities wit 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 "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group This event is in the "Age 3" group All-Age Family Storytime 10:30am–11:00am All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3 This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group 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: Main Program Room Age Group: All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at 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. 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 Medicare Open Enrollment 10:00am–11:00am 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: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15^th – December 7^th This event is in the "Ages 13-24 months" group Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months 10:30am–11:00am Ages 13-24 months This event is in the "Ages 13-24 months" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Ages 13-24 months 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 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Hybrid: A.M. Book Group 10:00am–11:30am 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: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed Registration Required Description: The title for this month is 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. This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Age 3, Age 4, Age 5 This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" 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, 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. 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. 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 Medicare Open Enrollment 10:00am–11:00am 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: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15^th – December 7^th	This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group This event is in the "Ages 13-24 months" group This event is in the "Ages 24-36 months" group This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group Fall Family Storytime 10:30am–11:15am All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Ages 13-24 months, Ages 24-36 months, Age 3, Age 4, Age 5 Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group This event is in the "Ages 13-24 months" group This event is in the "Ages 24-36 months" group This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group 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 0-12 months, Ages 13-24 months, Ages 24-36 months, Age 3, Age 4, Age 5 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required Description: Families with children of all ages are invited to join us at the Ridgefield Recreation Center to enjoy storytime outside! 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. 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 Emulate Monet's Shifting Colors - Colored Pencil Drawing 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: Claude Monet studied the effect of light on colors by painting the same subject under a wide variety of conditions. The series for which he is best known are haystacks, the poplars, water lilies, Rouen Cathedral, and the Houses of Parliament. 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 Medicare Open Enrollment 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: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15^th – December 7^th		This event is in the "Adults" group Medicare Open Enrollment 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: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15^th – December 7^th This event is in the "Adults" group Excel - Advanced Features 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: This class covers some of the advanced features of Microsoft Excel. 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 "Ages 0-12 months" group Baby & Me Playtime 11:30am–12:00pm Ages 0-12 months This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" 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: 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. 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. 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 "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group Big Picture 11:30am–12:00pm All Ages / Families, Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1 This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" 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: All Ages / Families, Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1 Program Type: Films Description: Families with 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. 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. 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.
12 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Medicare Open Enrollment 12:00pm–1:00pm 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: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15^th – December 7^th		This event is in the "Adults" group Medicare Open Enrollment 12:00pm–1:00pm 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: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15^th – December 7^th
1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group B 1:30pm–3:00pm 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: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Description: Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold poetry workshops twice a month on first and third Sundays, 1:30 to 3:30. Please register for either Group A (first Sunday) or Group B (third Sunday), but not both. 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 Rosen Movement with Betty Ross 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: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Description: Looking for a new way to relax, reduce stress and connect with your body? Rosen Movement encourages relaxation through range of motions and simple, easy-to-do stretching exercises done to music. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Adults" group America 250 in Ridgefield: Declaration Deep Dive: Dr. Michael Hattem, The Many Lives of the Declaration of Independence 2:00pm–3:30pm 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: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks, Home Page Feed, Lectures & Panels, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Join us for the fourth program in our special America 250 in Ridgefield: A Deep Dive into the Declaration of Independence series offered in collaboration with Keeler Tavern Museum & History Ce 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 "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" group Mandarin Learn & Play 2:30pm–3:15pm Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2 Registration Required This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" 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, 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. 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. 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.
3 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Online: iPhone 101 – Introducing iOS 26 3:00pm–4:15pm 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: Apple has released its latest version of the operating system – iOS 26! This latest version is touted as the biggest change to the iPhone in 10 years. 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 Halloween Needle Felting 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: Craft/DIY Registration Required Description: Learn to needle felt a small animal or decoration with Katie Stevenson. Please register below. 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 Teen Hangout 3:00pm–5:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens 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: 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. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
4 pm		This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled CANCELLED: Chibi Chats: Manga Book Club 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 Cancelled 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: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Let's talk manga! On the third Monday of each month, we will read the first volume in a series, or a single volume of stand-alone manga. The title for this month is: Kaiju No. 8 by Naoya Matsumoto. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group STEAM Corner for Kids! 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 4, Grade 5 Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Grade 4, Grade 5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Make your Halloween a little brighter by designing your own Tealight Pumpkin on the Library's 3D printer? 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 "Teens" group Career Exploration Using Virtual Reality 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens Registration 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: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: High school students are invited to join us for an immersive and interactive career exploration program using virtual reality (VR). 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 "Grade 2" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 2" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 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: 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. 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 "Teens" group D&D Club: Group B 4:30pm–7:00pm Teens 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: Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Description: Club meeting of gamers in grades 7-12 (rising 7th graders welcome!) alternates weeks to learn the basics of playing Fantasy Role Playing Games like Dungeons & Dragons. 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 "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group Slime Science 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5 Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" 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, Grade 4, Grade 5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Children in Grades 3-5 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Monster Mash Slime - a spooky Halloween themed slime that looks like a monster exploded! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided. 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 "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" group Apples: Seed to STEM 4:30pm–5:30pm Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2 Registration Required This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" 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 1, Grade 2 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Join us for a fun, hands-on STEM adventure all about apples! Students in Grades K-2 will explore the science inside this favorite fruit—discovering seeds, parts of an apple, and even the life cycle of an apple tree. 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Reading Retreat 5:30pm–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: Morris Wing Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Special Programs Registration Required Description: All the fun of reading without the pressure of reading and discussing an assigned book!			This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled CANCELLED: Historical Miniatures Gaming Society 5:00pm–7:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Cancelled 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: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Players will participate in strategy based games using painted miniature figures and terrained boards reminiscent of some famous conflicts in history. 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group CANCELLED: Scrabble Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 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: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed Description: For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Online: Next Chapter Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm 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: 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 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.			This event is in the "Adults" group America 250: Revolutionary Artifacts & the Stories They Tell 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: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lectures & Panels, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Our America 250 programming continues with a special presentation by Jennifer Matos, Elizabeth Burgess and Christine Pittsley of the Museum of Connecticut History featuring selected objects and artifacts from the Revolutionary Era from the Museum’ 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.
7 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group America 250: Online: Protest & Praise: 250 Years of American Poetry, Session One 7:00pm–8:30pm 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: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lectures & Panels, Special Programs Registration Required Description: “Poetry is nearer to vital truth than history.” ~ Plato Disclaimer(s) Online Programs The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

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