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Midterm Study Space

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs

Description:

Studying for midterms? Come use the library's space- we're opening up the Dayton Program Room on the lower level specially for teens looking to study or work. We will have snacks and drinks available each day.

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Ticketed Event: Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am

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:

Due to location change and limited room capacity, this will be a ticketed event. Tickets distributed at 10:00 am; first come, served.

Midterm Study Space

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs

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eBooks, eAudiobooks and Digital Magazines

Tuesday, January 6, 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:

Your Ridgefield Library card gives you access to thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital magazines. We’ll show you what Libby, Hoopla and our newest platform, Blackstone Unlimited, have to offer and how to get started.

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, January 6, 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.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, January 7, 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.

STEAM Corner Open House

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

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 using Ridgefield Library's makerspace? Join us for an open house where we will review and demonstrate the various makerspace equipment including our 3D printer, embroidery machine, Cricut Maker, and more!

Midterm Study Space

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs

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Online: Level Up Your Social Media Presence with Kate Fitzpatrick

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

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:

Stop guessing and start growing—join us via Zoom for a deep dive into social media strategies for small businesses and nonprofits.

Online: Poems from CT's Four Corners: Third Anniversary Edition

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Online at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Online

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Music & Performances

Registration Required

Description:

Join us online as we host five lively author-activists to celebrate our third anniversary of presenting monthly readings by Connecticut-only poets!

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All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group Ridgefield Secondary Schools Exhibit: Solstice Selections All Day 12/13–1/7 Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Description: Art Students and teachers of Ridgefield High School, Scotts Ridge Middle School and East Ridge Middle School are proud to present some selected works to showcase the art program at the secondary level. 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.
12 am							This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group Art Exhibit - Shutterbugs Annual Photography Art Show All Day 1/10–2/2 Adults, All Ages / Families This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults, All Ages / Families Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Description: The Shutterbugs Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who uses many differing kinds of cameras. 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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9 am							This event is in the "Adults" group RBR-The Shutterbug Photographers 9:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Special Programs Description: The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels, who use many different kinds of cameras. We meet at the library on second Saturdays at 9:00 am to discuss our craft or take a field trip. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group Secret Stacks Book Sale 9:00am–5:00pm Adults, All Ages / Families This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Friends of the Library Sorting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages / Families Program Type: Book Sales, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Description: 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.
10 am					This event is in the "Adults" group Murder by the Book Book Group 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Dayton Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed Registration Required Description: This month the title will be 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 New Year's Resolution BINGO Card 10:00am–11:00am Adults, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Adults, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own New Year's Resolution BINGO Card using Canva's thousands of templates and images, editing tools and more! 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 Cross Stitch Saturday - Snowflake 10:00am–11:30am Adults, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Adults, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Join us for a workshop to learn how to sew your very own cross stitch snowflake. No cross stitch experience is necessary. All materials will be 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. This event is in the "Adults" group In Person: Caffe Italiano 10:30am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Dayton Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Description: Join Angela Tropeano one Saturday a month as she goes over some basic Italian vocabulary and grammar to help you get started with the language, improve your basic language skills, and meet new friends. Following this half hour is Caffe'
11 am				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group STEAM Corner Open House 11:00am–12:00pm Adults, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group 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 using Ridgefield Library's makerspace? Join us for an open house where we will review and demonstrate the various makerspace equipment including our 3D printer, embroidery machine, Cricut Maker, and more! 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: Staying Safe Online - Part One 11:00am–12:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Part one of this two-part series via Zoom will focus on the types of threats and scams that exist, what the crooks are after, and some general advice for staying safe. 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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1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group A 1:30pm–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: 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 Chair Yoga with Liz Wendel 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Description: A bi-monthly Yoga class, using a chair (standing and seated) as a prop for support. Chair Yoga makes practicing yoga accessible for all populations, ages and conditions. 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.	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 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.
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3 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group eBooks, eAudiobooks and Digital Magazines 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Your Ridgefield Library card gives you access to thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital magazines. We’ll show you what Libby, Hoopla and our newest platform, Blackstone Unlimited, have to offer and how to get started. 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 Founders Hall Book Discussion 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Off Site Room: Founders Hall Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions Description: The book selection 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Online: Next Chapter Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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 Nonfictioneers Book Group 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed Registration Required Description: This week we will be reading Alice : Alice Roosevelt Longworth, from White House Princess to Washington Power Broker by Stacy A. Cordery. 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: Level Up Your Social Media Presence with Kate Fitzpatrick 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Stop guessing and start growing—join us via Zoom for a deep dive into social media strategies for small businesses and nonprofits. 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 Games on Tap 6:00pm–9:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs Registration Required Description: Join us for our 21+ adults-only tabletop gaming experience. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group King Tutankhamun's Treasure, with Toni McKeen 7:00pm–8:15pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lectures & Panels Registration Required Description: King Tutankhamun was a pharaoh who ruled Egypt from 1332 to 1323 BCE. He was only eight or nine years old when he ascended to the throne, and died at eighteen or nineteen. 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: Poems from CT's Four Corners: Third Anniversary Edition 7:00pm–8:15pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music & Performances Registration Required Description: Join us online as we host five lively author-activists to celebrate our third anniversary of presenting monthly readings by Connecticut-only poets! 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 Ridgefield Conservation Commission: A Focus on the Future 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lectures & Panels Registration Required Description: Ridgefield Conservation Commission: A Focus on the Future 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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