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This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.

Snack Around the World

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades K–2
Registration
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:

Take your tastebuds on a tour of the world by trying unique snacks and candy! Students in Grades K-2 are invited to experience a different country each month through popular sweet and savory snack foods.

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 "Adults" group.

3D Print an Ornament

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Are you interested in printing an ornament on the Library's 3D printer? Learn the basics of Tinkercad, a free, online 3D modeling program, and then follow along with easy step by step instructions for creating your own design.

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Woodland Cloche Ornament

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Join us to create your own cloche ornament using pinecones, wood slices, and woodland miniatures!

All materials will be provided.

This program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher will hold poetry workshops twice a month on first and third Sundays, 1:30 to 3:30. Please register for either Group A (first Sunday) or Group B (third Sunday), but not both.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Embroidered Snowflake Ornaments

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Choose a snowflake design to embroider using the sewing and embroidery machines on fabric of your choice. We will hoop our designs in mini embroidery hoops and add ribbons to create festive ornaments!

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Colorful Felt Pine Trees

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Join us to create a festive felt pine tree in colors of your choice and decorate it using puffy paint, ribbons, beads and more!

All materials will be provided.

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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

Tweens & Teens Write!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Available for those in grades 6-12 who want to write! Join our teen librarian, Erica, for writing fun including prompts, story ideas, and creative challenges.

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.

Sugar & Spice Workshop

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 3–5
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Do you love dessert? Children in grades 3-5 can join us this winter for a delightful hands-on experience! Get creative as we decorate cookies, donuts, and waffles with colorful sprinkles, frosting, and more.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
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 beginners via Zoom.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Come have fun making pretty beaded snowflake decorations with Katie Stevenson. All supplies are included.

Please register below.

This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.

Handmade Gift Workshop K-2

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades K–2
Registration
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:

Students in Grades K-2 will create one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts for the holiday season in this workshop. Registration is required and will open on November 11, 2024. 

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 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.

Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration
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 coaches from the DIG Chess Team 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 "Grades 3–5" group.

Team STEAM

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 3–5
Registration
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: 0
Description:

Team STEAM is a program founded and run by high school students. Using kits from local Fairfield county small business 3Dux Design, these students formulate and run introductory engineering programs for elementary school students.

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.

Gingerbread Wreath

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

Join us to design your own gingerbread wreath featuring felt gingerbread cookies and lollipops, that we will decorate with ribbon and puffy paint!

All materials will be provided.

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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 "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.

Mandarin Learn & Play

2:30pm - 3:15pm
Ages 3-5, Grades K–2
Registration
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: 7
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 "Grades 3–5" group.

Kids Coding Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 3–5
Registration
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: 7
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 "Adults" group.
Registration
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 "Grades 3–5" group.

Handmade Gift Workshop 3-5

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 3–5
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Students in Grades 3-5 will create one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts for the holiday season in this workshop. Registration is required and will open on November 18, 2024. 

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 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.

Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Registration
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 coaches from the DIG Chess Team 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 "Grades 3–5" group.

Slime Science

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 3–5
Registration
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 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 "Ages 3-5" group.

Rock City

10:30am - 11:15am
Ages 3-5
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Music & Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Children ages 3-5 years and a caregiver are invited to join an educator from Ridgefield's Bach to Rock to explore instruments and musical concepts through this interactiv

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.