This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Feb-Apr 2025 Art Exhibition: 'Just Audubon, Birds & Animals' by Joel Third All Day 2/25 - 4/9 Adults, All Ages/Families This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Feb-Apr 2025 Art Exhibition: 'Just Audubon, Birds & Animals' by Joel Third All Day 2/25 - 4/9 Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Description: This exhibit’s focus is the famous 19th century bird prints of John James Audubon (1785-1851), a Frenchman who immigrated to America in 1803 to Mill Grove, PA. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 28 2025 Fri Teen Hangout: Dot Mandala 3:00pm - 5:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 28 2025 Fri Teen Hangout: Dot Mandala 3:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Dayton Program Room Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Description: Relax with friends on Friday afternoon - play board, card or video games, make a craft, have a snack...no registration necessary, just drop in.This week, make a mandala using paint and spotters! Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 29 2025 Sat 18th Annual New England School Scrabble Championship 9:30am - 4:30pm Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 29 2025 Sat 18th Annual New England School Scrabble Championship 9:30am - 4:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Seats Remaining: 74 Description: Scrabble players in grades 1-12 are invited to the 18th 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 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Mar 29 2025 Sat Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Mar 29 2025 Sat Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: Families with children of all ages are invited to join Ms. Christie to talk, sing and read together in Spanish and English in this bilingual storytime! Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library. Photographs & Video Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media. Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed. Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director. Thank you. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 30 2025 Sun Author Talk: Janet Ettele: How Joyous Effort Works 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 30 2025 Sun Author Talk: Janet Ettele: How Joyous Effort Works 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: "Janet Kathleen Ettele’s How Joyous Efforts Work introduces Buddhism interweaving it with stories of our daily life. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon All-Age Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon All-Age Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library. Photographs & Video Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media. Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed. Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director. Thank you. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon RESCHEDULED: Chibi Chats: Manga Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens Registration This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon RESCHEDULED: Chibi Chats: Manga Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description: Let's talk manga! On the third Monday of each month, we will read the first volume in a series, or a single volume of stand-alone manga. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon Scrabble Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon Scrabble Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed Description: For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at corneliasguest@gmail.com with any questions. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon Online: Next Chapter Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon Online: Next Chapter Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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 "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months 10:30am - 11:00am Ages 0-2 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library. Photographs & Video Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media. Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed. Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director. Thank you. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 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 "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue D&D Club: 13th Age 4:30pm - 7:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue D&D Club: 13th Age 4:30pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs Description: Club meeting of gamers in grades 7-12 (rising 7th graders welcome!) alternates weeks to learn the basics of playing Fantasy Role Playing Games. This section plays using the 13th Age game system. 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. Apr 1 2025 Tue Nonfictioneers Book Group 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Nonfictioneers Book Group 6:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed Registration 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. 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 "Ages 3-5" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 3-5 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.Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons. 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 "Grades K–2" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Chicken Little 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades K–2 Registration This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Chicken Little 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades K–2 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Watch out, the sky is falling! Students in Grades K-2 will read the classic tale of Chicken Little, then make our own squawking chickens to take home. Registration is required and opens on March 2, 2025. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Chess Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Chess Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Games & Activities Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Join Coach AJ 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 "Adults" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Poems from CT's Four Corners 7:00pm - 8:15pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Poems from CT's Four Corners 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music & Performances Registration 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 "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Terrific Twos 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 0-2 Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Terrific Twos 10:30am - 11:15am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: For walking toddlers ages 24-35 months and their parent or caregiver. This three-week class includes free play, songs, fingerplays, stories, and activities. Registration is required and is for all three sessions. No siblings please. 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. 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 "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Baby & Me Playtime 11:30am - 12:00pm Ages 0-2 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Baby & Me Playtime 11:30am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: Non-walking infants ages birth to 12 months with a caregiver are invited to drop into this informal group to network and enjoy baby time together. There will be a short introduction by a member of the library staff before each session. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library. Photographs & Video Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media. Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed. Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director. Thank you. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Creative Writing Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Creative Writing Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Description: Join our Creative Writing Club to meet with other young writers and share your work! Using prompts and guidance, writers in grades 3-5 will work on their writing projects, whether it be a short story, poetry, or a longer project. 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 "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu D&D Club: Curse of Strahd 4:30pm - 7:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu D&D Club: Curse of Strahd 4:30pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs Description: Club meeting of gamers in grades 7-12 (rising 7th graders welcome!) alternates weeks to learn the basics of playing Fantasy Role Playing Games. 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. Apr 4 - 7 2025 Friends of the Ridgefield Library Big Book Sale All Day 4/4 - 4/7 Adults, All Ages/Families This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Apr 4 - 7 2025 Friends of the Ridgefield Library Big Book Sale All Day 4/4 - 4/7 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 "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Take & Make: Rain Cloud Suncatcher 10:00am - 6:00pm Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Take & Make: Rain Cloud Suncatcher 10:00am - 6:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Ellis Family Teen Center Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs Description: April showers bring May flowers. Make a simple suncatcher that looks like a rain cloud. It's just the thing to brighten up a rainy day. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Preschool Poetry Teatime 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Preschool Poetry Teatime 10:30am - 11:15am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Children ages 3-5 and a caregiver join Ms. Kathleen for Poetry Tea Time! We will read some poems and share a special treat in this active storytime celebrating National Poetry Month. Registration is required and opens on March 4, 2025. 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. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
