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Nonfictioneers Book Group

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The title for this month is The Radium Girls: the Dark Story of America’s Shining Women by Kate Moore.Hundreds of girls toil amidst the glowing dust of the radium-dial factories. B...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

The title for this month is The Radium Girls: the Dark Story of America’s Shining Women by Kate Moore.

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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.

Poems from CT's Four Corners

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Scott Frey’s poems appear widely, including in The Missouri Review, where his work received the Perkoff Prize. His collection Heavy Metal Nursing won the Tampa Review Pri...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Scott Frey’s poems appear widely, including in The Missouri Review, where his work received the Perkoff Prize. His collection Heavy Metal Nursing won the Tampa Review Prize.

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.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Friends of the Ridgefield Library Big Book Sale

All Day 4/4 - 4/7
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families
Description:

Don't miss the Friends of the Ridgefield Library's multi-day Big Book Sale!  Great choices for readers of all ages and interests.FRIDAY April 4:  10AM – 6PMFriday 9:30 AM...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families
Program Type: Book Sales, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Don't miss the Friends of the Ridgefield Library's multi-day Big Book Sale!  Great choices for readers of all ages and interests.

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.

Lyme Connection Outreach

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:30am - 3:30pm
Main Level Lobby at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families
Description:

Lyme Connection, an organization that's served Ridgefield for over 20 years, will be in the Main Lobby of the Library to give out Tick Kits - and lots of info about tick-borne illn...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Level Lobby
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Lyme Connection, an organization that's served Ridgefield for over 20 years, will be in the Main Lobby of the Library to give out Tick Kits - and lots of info about tick-borne illnesses.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group A

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults
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 lov...

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

College Ready: Scholarships

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Home Page Feed, Parenting, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Description:

Paying for college is a common concern amongst families. It seems that the price tag just keeps getting higher and higher each year, and most families want to limit, if not co...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Parenting, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Paying for college is a common concern amongst families. It seems that the price tag just keeps getting higher and higher each year, and most families want to limit, if not completely avoid, student debt. 

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.

Critics' Circle Book Group

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The title this month is Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger. Looking back at a tragic event that occurred during his 13th year, a man explores how a complicated web of secret...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

The title 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Online: Basic French Conversation for Beginners

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom. Learned a little French in high school and would like to revisit it? Then why not join Anette Roth a...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Author Talk: Gardening with Nature at the New York Botanical Garden by Todd Forrest

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Author Talks
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

An exploration of the balance between the hand of the gardener and the power of nature in the New York Botanical Garden landscapeThe world-renowned New York Botanical Garden is a 2...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talks
Required
Seats Remaining: 173
Description:

An exploration of the balance between the hand of the gardener and the power of nature in the New York Botanical Garden landscape

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: Murder by the Book

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The title this month is Reykjavík: A Crime Story by Ragnar Jónasson, Katrín Jakobsdóttir.In 1956, fourteen-year-old Lára spends the summer working for a couple on the small is...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

The title 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Practical AI

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Making STEAM:

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 p...

Description:

Practical AI will present an overview of Artificial Intelligence, including concepts, definitions, history and current examples. AI capabilities using Microsoft CoPilot in Win...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Practical AI will present an overview of Artificial Intelligence, including concepts, definitions, history and current examples. AI capabilities using Microsoft CoPilot in Windows and Word and using Google Gemini in Chrome and GMail.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Rosen Movement with Betty Ross

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Founders Hall Book Discussion

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Founders Hall at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The book selection for this month is Taste: My Life Through Food by Stanley Tucci.This is award-winning actor and Katonah native Tucci's memoir of his life in and out of the kitche...

Offsite Event
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poet Margaret Gibson: Draw Me Without Boundaries

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us as Margaret Gibson, Connecticut Poet Laureate Emerita, offers a dramatic adaptation of her most recent collection, Draw Me Without Boundaries. Ms. Gibson will be accompanie...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Join us as Margaret Gibson, Connecticut Poet Laureate Emerita, offers a dramatic adaptation of her most recent collection, Draw Me Without Boundaries. Ms. Gibson will be accompanied by actress Tori Richnavsky for this reading.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Games on Tap

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for our 21+ adults-only tabletop gaming experience. Snacks, non-alcoholic beverages provided as well as a ticket for one beer or glass of wine included. Tabletop games...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 86
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

RBR-The Shutterbug Photographers

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

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.

Birdhouse Wreath

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Making STEAM:

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 p...

Description:

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own birdhouse wreath using a wooden birdhouse, yarn, paint, and other fun materials! All materials will be provided.This pro...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own birdhouse wreath using a wooden birdhouse, yarn, paint, and other fun materials! All materials will be provided.

Making STEAM is an initiative to offer activities and programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to the community. Find out about the wide array of instructional programs, hands-on workshops, and special events the Library has to offer for all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

In Person: Caffe Italiano

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
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 ski...

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'

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ARTalk: Figurative Narratives with Sculptor Justin Perlman

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Exhibits & Art Talks
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Figurative Narratives: Materials and Techniques of Sculpture with Sculptor Justin Perlman, Sunday, April 13, 2025 @ 2 pm | Main Program RoomSculptor Justin Perlman grew up marvelin...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Figurative Narratives: Materials and Techniques of Sculpture with Sculptor Justin Perlman, Sunday, April 13, 2025 @ 2 pm | Main Program Room

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.

Memory Cafe at Ridgefield Parks & Rec

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Other at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

April 14th, May 12th & June 9th:  Memory cafes are essentially social gatherings where  individuals with memory impairment and their adult caregivers come together in...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

April 14th, May 12th & June 9th:  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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Books and Brunch

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for our monthly chat about books. Members of our staff will share selected new fiction and nonfiction titles as well as staff pick recommendations. Then we hope you will br...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Join us for our monthly chat about books. Members of our staff will share selected new fiction and nonfiction titles as well as staff pick recommendations. Then we hope you will briefly share about what you have been reading.

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.

Engrave a Keychain

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Making STEAM:

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 p...

Description:

Bring a touch of your personal style to your keys by designing your own wooden keychain on the Library's CNC machine. Learn the basics of Carbide Create and then follow along ...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:

Bring a touch of your personal style to your keys by designing your own wooden keychain on the Library's CNC machine.

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.

Spring Needle Felting for Adults

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Katie Stevenson teaches this fun class, where you will learn to make a small creature or ornament using a special burred needle and colored wool roving. Space is limited. Please be...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Katie Stevenson teaches this fun class, where you will learn to make a small creature or ornament using a special burred needle and colored wool roving. Space is limited.

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.