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Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto

In Person: Murder by the Book

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The title for this month is Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto. When she discovers a dead man in the middle of her tea shop, Vera Wong, a susp...

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

The title for this month is Vera Wong

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.

Drawing Birds Sampler

Drawing Birds I: Colored Pencil Drawing Course

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

DRAWING BIRDS I - Colored Pencil Drawing Course (Although this course may be for all drawing levels, some experience with colored pencils is an advantage) In this colored pe...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

DRAWING BIRDS I - Colored Pencil Drawing Course

(Although this course may be for all drawing levels, some experience with colored pencils is an advantage)

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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Library Closed Summer Sundays

All Day
Other at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Notices
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families
Description:

The Library is closed Sundays in the summer starting June 16th through September 1st.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families
Program Type: Notices
Description:

The Library is closed Sundays in the summer starting June 16th through September 1st.

Next Chapter Book Club

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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, Teens
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.

The World in 2050: Four Forces Shaping Civilization's Northern Future

Hybrid: Nonfictioneers Book Discussion

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 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 World in 2050: Four Forces Shaping Civilization's Northern Future by Lawrence C. Smith. A vivid, scientifically based forecast of our planet in f...

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

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.

Liz Practicing Yoga on Mountaintop

Chair Yoga with Liz Wendel

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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. Ch...

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

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.

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.

People in Circle Performing Rosen Movement Method

Rosen Movement with Betty Ross

Thursday, August 8, 2024 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: 12
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)

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.

Drawing Birds Sampler

Drawing Birds I: Colored Pencil Drawing Course

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

DRAWING BIRDS I - Colored Pencil Drawing Course (Although this course may be for all drawing levels, some experience with colored pencils is an advantage) In this colored pe...

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

DRAWING BIRDS I - Colored Pencil Drawing Course

(Although this course may be for all drawing levels, some experience with colored pencils is an advantage)

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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Library Closed Summer Sundays

All Day
Other at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Notices
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families
Description:

The Library is closed Sundays in the summer starting June 16th through September 1st.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families
Program Type: Notices
Description:

The Library is closed Sundays in the summer starting June 16th through September 1st.

Books and Brunch

Hybrid: Books and Brunch

Monday, August 12, 2024 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.

Online Programs

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

Next Chapter Book Club

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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, Teens
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.

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In Person: Web Developer Coding Bootcamp

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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:

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 an...

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: 1
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.

Vintage Illustration of Cocktail Party

Online: Fashion: Cocktail Culture

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Panels
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Travel through time to the Mad Men era with Fashion Historian Ren Antonowicz. She received her Master's Degree in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design, with a concentration i...

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

Travel through time to the Mad Men era with Fashion Historian Ren Antonowicz.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

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

Trust Exercise by Susan Choi

In Person: Critics' Circle Book Group

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 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 Trust Exercise by Susan Choi. Falling in love while attending a competitive 1980s performing arts high school, David and Sarah rise through the ranks bef...

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.

Anette Roth

Online: Basic French Conversation for Beginners

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed
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, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

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

Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett

Infinite Worlds Book Group

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The title for this month is Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett Fantasy: Cambridge professor Emily Wilde is the foremost expert on the study of f...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Ridgefield Library logo

Library Closed Summer Sundays

All Day
Other at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Notices
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families
Description:

The Library is closed Sundays in the summer starting June 16th through September 1st.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families
Program Type: Notices
Description:

The Library is closed Sundays in the summer starting June 16th through September 1st.

Next Chapter Book Club

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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, Teens
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.

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Community Mindfulness Meditation

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

The Community Mindfulness Project will be hosting in-person sessions twice a month. Time for community building, mindful meditation instruction, a guided meditation, sharing and re...

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

The Community Mindfulness Project will be hosting in-person sessions twice a month. Time for community building, mindful meditation instruction, a guided meditation, sharing and reflection. Suitable for first-timers and pros alike.

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.

Liz Practicing Yoga on Mountaintop

Chair Yoga with Liz Wendel

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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. Ch...

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

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.

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.

The Bride

In Person: Love at First Page Book Group

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 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 Bride by Julie Garwood. Scottish Laird / Highland - By edict of the King, mighty Scottish laird Alec Kincaid must take an English bride...

Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

The title for this month is The Bride by Julie Garwood.

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.

Masking information

Library Masking Guidelines:

· Per current local, state and federal guidelines, masks are optional for all Library patrons and staff

· The Library welcomes patrons and staff to wear masks if they prefer

· The Library has masks available at all service desks

· Ask about our contactless and remote service options

People in Circle Performing Rosen Movement Method

Rosen Movement with Betty Ross

Thursday, August 22, 2024 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: 12
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)

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.

Ridgefield Library logo

Library Closed Summer Sundays

All Day
Other at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Notices
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages/Families
Description:

The Library is closed Sundays in the summer starting June 16th through September 1st.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Other
Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families
Program Type: Notices
Description:

The Library is closed Sundays in the summer starting June 16th through September 1st.

Next Chapter Book Club

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, August 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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, Teens
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.