This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. May 17 2025 Sat "A Banquet for Cecilia" with Julie Leung and Melissa Iwai 2:00pm - 3:00pm Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. May 17 2025 Sat "A Banquet for Cecilia" with Julie Leung and Melissa Iwai 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Program Type: Author Talks, Special Programs, Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Description: Young readers and budding chefs will relish this celebration of the new book A Banquet for Cecilia: How Cecilia Chiang Revolutionized Chinese Food in America. 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. May 18 2025 Sun Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group B 1:30pm - 3:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 18 2025 Sun Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group B 1:30pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description: Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold 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. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. May 18 2025 Sun Dina Belyayeva Exhibit Opening Reception 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults, All Ages/Families Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. May 18 2025 Sun Dina Belyayeva Exhibit Opening Reception 2:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 Description: Join us for an opening exhibit reception The Travel Journal by artist Dina Belyayeva. 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. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. May 18 2025 Sun Mandarin Learn & Play 2:30pm - 3:15pm Ages 3-5, Grades K–2 Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. May 18 2025 Sun Mandarin Learn & Play 2:30pm - 3:15pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Grades K–2 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description: Children in PreK-Grade 2 and their caregivers are invited to learn some beginning Mandarin with song, play, activities and stories. Jingjing, who is currently an Upper School Chinese Educator at St, Luke's in New Canaan, and Ms. 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 "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. May 19 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. May 19 2025 Mon All-Age Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main 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. May 19 2025 Mon 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. May 19 2025 Mon 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: 12 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. May 19 2025 Mon Kids Coding Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. May 19 2025 Mon Kids Coding Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 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 "Grades 3–5" group. This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 19 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. May 19 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. May 19 2025 Mon Online: Next Chapter Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. May 19 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. May 20 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. May 20 2025 Tue Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main 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. May 20 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. May 20 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: 20 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 "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Hybrid: A.M. Book Group 10:00am - 11:30am Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Hybrid: A.M. Book Group 10:00am - 11:30am 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 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. May 21 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. May 21 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 "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Online: French Conversation for Intermediate and Advanced 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Online: French Conversation for Intermediate and Advanced 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: Join us for this French conversation class for those with intermediate to advanced French. The class takes place 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. May 21 2025 Wed Chair Yoga with Liz Wendel 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Chair Yoga with Liz Wendel 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration 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) 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 "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. May 21 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. May 21 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: 12 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 21 2025 Wed College Ready: College Apps for Rising Seniors 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults, Teens Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 21 2025 Wed College Ready: College Apps for Rising Seniors 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Dayton Program Room Age Group: Adults, Teens Program Type: Home Page Feed, Parenting, Special Programs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 19 Description: Rising seniors, you have a lot coming up in the next year as you navigate your college essays and applications, in addition to your regularly scheduled schoolwork & extracurriculars. 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. May 21 2025 Wed Love at First Page Book Group 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Love at First Page 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: 12 Description: This month we will be reading Hunt the Stars by Jessie Mihalik 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. May 21 2025 Wed Rich Cohen: Murder in the Dollhouse: The Jennifer Dulos Story 7:30pm - 9:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Rich Cohen: Murder in the Dollhouse: The Jennifer Dulos Story 7:30pm - 9:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: A nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat investigation into the mysterious disappearance of Jennifer Dulos and the aftershocks that rattled a wealthy suburb. 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 0-2" group. May 22 2025 Thu Baby & Me Playtime 11:30am - 12:00pm Ages 0-2 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. May 22 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 "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Rosen Movement with Betty Ross 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Rosen Movement with Betty Ross 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration 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 "Grades 3–5" group. May 22 2025 Thu Slime Science 4:30pm - 5:30pm Grades 3–5 Registration This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. May 22 2025 Thu Slime Science 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Description: Children in Grades 3-5 join Kristin Quell-Garguilo to make Citrus Slime! 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 "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Historical Fiction & Non-Fiction Author Event 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Historical Fiction & Non-Fiction Author Event 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Talks Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Description: Join us as authors Suzanne Nelson and Michelle Young discuss both their books about women in WWII. 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 3-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. May 23 2025 Fri Big Picture 11:30am - 12:00pm All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2 This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. May 23 2025 Fri Big Picture 11:30am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2 Program Type: Films Description: Families with children ages 3 and up are invited to watch short films based on favorite and classic picturebooks. Books related to the weekly themes will be displayed for check out. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 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.
