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RESCHEDULED: Chess Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Join Coaches Dan and Elina to learn and practice chess skills in a fun environment! No experience necessary. Registration is required for each session and opens a month to the date of the session. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Join Coaches Dan and Elina to learn and practice chess skills in a fun environment! No experience necessary. Registration is required for each session and opens a month to the date of the session. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "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
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A250: Sybil's Ride with RTB

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Music & Performances
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Students in Grades K-5 are invited to explore Sybil's Ride, a family theatre piece set in April, 1777 and today, based on the story of Sybil Ludington who rode longer and farther than Paul Revere…or did she? We'll me

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Music & Performances
Registration Required
Description:

Students in Grades K-5 are invited to explore Sybil's Ride, a family theatre piece set in April, 1777 and today, based on the story of Sybil Ludington who rode longer and farther than Paul Revere…or did she? We'll me

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

This event is in the "Grade 3" group
This event is in the "Grade 4" group
This event is in the "Grade 5" group

Kids Coding Club

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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.

Registration Required
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.

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
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Scrabble Club

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

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.

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 "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

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo.

Registration Required
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 "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

EXP: Beyblade Battling

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Let it Rip! Beyblades, battling tops, is an engaging game where competitors use skill and luck to battle for victory. Players will get hands-on experience in using a variety of different Beyblades from the Beyblade X generation.

Registration Required
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: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Let it Rip! Beyblades, battling tops, is an engaging game where competitors use skill and luck to battle for victory. Players will get hands-on experience in using a variety of different Beyblades from the Beyblade X generation.

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

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Children in Grades 3-5 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Be My Slime Valentine - a butter drip slime mixed with glitter hearts! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided. Please wear clothes that can get sticky and dirty.

Registration Required
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 Be My Slime Valentine - a butter drip slime mixed with glitter hearts! The recipe will be shared and all materials are provided. Please wear clothes that can get sticky and dirty.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

This event is in the "Grade 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
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

19th Annual New England School Scrabble Championship

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Scrabble players in grades 1-12 are invited to the 19th Annual New England School Scrabble Championship.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Scrabble players in grades 1-12 are invited to the 19th Annual New England School Scrabble Championship.

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 "All Ages / Families" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group
This event is in the "Age 3" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Grade 3" group

No Children's Programs

All Day 3/1 - 3/8
Lodewick Children’s Library at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Notices
Age Group:
All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3, Kindergarten, Grade 3

There will be no children's programs March 1-8, 2026. Children's programs will resume on Monday, March 9, 2026.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Lodewick Children’s Library
Age Group: All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3, Kindergarten, Grade 3
Program Type: Notices
Description:

There will be no children's programs March 1-8, 2026. Children's programs will resume on Monday, March 9, 2026.

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

Read to ROAR

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4

Children entering grades 1-4 enhance their oral reading skills by reading to trained therapy dogs from ROAR Ridgefield. Time slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Children entering grades 1-4 enhance their oral reading skills by reading to trained therapy dogs from ROAR Ridgefield. Time slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

This event is in the "Grade 3" group
This event is in the "Grade 4" group
This event is in the "Grade 5" group

Kids Coding Club

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
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.

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
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Scrabble Club

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

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.

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 "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

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo.

Registration Required
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 "Grade 3" group
This event is in the "Grade 4" group
This event is in the "Grade 5" group

Creative Writing Club

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to explore storytelling and practice communication skills. We’ll use story starters and turn-taking writing prompts to create stories in a group setting.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to explore storytelling and practice communication skills. We’ll use story starters and turn-taking writing prompts to create stories in a group setting.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Grade 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

Chess Club

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Join Coaches Dan and Elina to learn and practice chess skills in a fun environment! No experience necessary. Registration is required for each session and opens a month to the date of the session. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Join Coaches Dan and Elina to learn and practice chess skills in a fun environment! No experience necessary. Registration is required for each session and opens a month to the date of the session. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Grade 3" group
This event is in the "Grade 4" group
This event is in the "Grade 5" group

Homeschool Session Creative Writing Club

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to explore storytelling and practice communication skills. We’ll use story starters and turn-taking writing prompts to create stories in a group setting.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to explore storytelling and practice communication skills. We’ll use story starters and turn-taking writing prompts to create stories in a group setting.

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
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Scrabble Club

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

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.

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 "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

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo.

Registration Required
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 "Grade 3" group
This event is in the "Grade 4" group
This event is in the "Grade 5" group

A250: Revolutionary Writers

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Children in Grades 3-5 are invited to learn about Thomas Paine’s Common Sense and pamphlet making during the American Revolution. We’ll create quills from feathers and dye paper to make it look aged.

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Children in Grades 3-5 are invited to learn about Thomas Paine’s Common Sense and pamphlet making during the American Revolution. We’ll create quills from feathers and dye paper to make it look aged.

 

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 "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

Author Storytime with Julie Leung

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Author Talks, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Families with children in Grades PK-5 are invited to meet local author Julie Leung during a special storytime celebration of her newest picture book.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Author Talks, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Families with children in Grades PK-5 are invited to meet local author Julie Leung during a special storytime celebration of her newest picture book.

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 "Grade 3" group
This event is in the "Grade 4" group
This event is in the "Grade 5" group

Kids Coding Club

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
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.

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
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Scrabble Club

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

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.

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 "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

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo.

Registration Required
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 "Grade 3" group
This event is in the "Grade 4" group
This event is in the "Grade 5" group

Slime Science

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Children in Grades 3-5 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Sherbert Unicorn Slime! This mythical pastel-colored slime will be mixed with smooth and shiny metallic powder and scented with rainbow sherbert.

Registration Required
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 Sherbert Unicorn Slime! This mythical pastel-colored slime will be mixed with smooth and shiny metallic powder and scented with rainbow sherbert.

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.