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Name: Botanical Drawings and Monotypes by Bonnie Figgatt
Start: 2024-10-24
End: 2024-11-21
Location: Ridgefield Library

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Botanical Drawings and Monotypes by Bonnie Figgatt

All Day 10/24 - 11/21

Other at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Other

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks

Description:

Bonnie Figgatt has been a botanical artist for 15 years, initially doing extensive course work in the New York Botanical Garden’s certificate program in botanical art.

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The Great Geography Journey

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Grades 6–8

Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Programs

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Seats Remaining: 13

Description:

Join us for an afternoon of geography! The first meeting of this group will include fun games and trivia, followed up by a final Geography Clash, a competition to see who has the best geography smarts, on December 10th.

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Jigsaw Puzzle Contest for Adults FULL

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Games & Activities

Description:

It's time for another Jigsaw Puzzle Contest! Every team will be provided with the same 500-piece puzzle, and the first to finish wins.

Ombre Leaf Wreath

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Adults, Teens

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 3

Description:

Join us to design your own ombre leaf wreath using felt in colors of your choice!

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.

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ARTalk: Joanne Hudson: Building Community Through an Independent Film Festival

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks, Home Page Feed

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Description:

Ridgefield Independent Film Festival (RIFF) founder and director Joanne Hudson will discuss her experience collaborating with an entire town to create, build and sustain a community film festival that has become a leader in the CT Film Festival Ci

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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.

CANCELLED - Mandarin Learn & Play

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Leir Children’s Program Room

Age Group: Ages 3-5, Grades K–2

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

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Seats Remaining: 5

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.

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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.

Tweens & Teens Write!

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Kellen Family Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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

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Seats Remaining: 7

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.

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Kids Coding Club

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Leir Children’s Program Room

Age Group: Grades 3–5

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

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.

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Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Ages 0-2

Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy

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For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories.

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

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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.

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					This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Online concert: Kids Rock with Graham Clarke All Day Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Music & Performances Description: Graham Clarke returns with his music for preschoolers that will have everyone rockin' to contemporary songs and old favorites Watch the Concert Here! 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. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Online Wind Chime Workshop All Day Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Description: Join Ms. Diane in creating a craft that you can watch, and listen to the sounds the wind creates! Gather some things around the house to make wind chimes. 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.
10 am		This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. ONLINE- Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am All Ages/Families This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: All Ages/Families Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Description: Join us for books, songs, and fun in our special online storytime! New storytimes released every Monday. No registration required. *** 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 "Adults" group. ONLINE HELP - Reserve-a-Librarian 10:00am - 10:30am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 1 Description: Have a question about library resources? Need assistance using online databases, digital services or need help downloading the Library's eBooks or eAudiobooks? This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Storytime Live! 10:30am - 11:00am Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Required This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy Required Seats Remaining: 16 Description: Join Children's Services Staff in this interactive storytime including songs, movement and stories of course! 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 "Adults" group. ONLINE - World Lit Now! Contemporary World Literature Discussion Group 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed Required Seats Remaining: 28 Description: When the Moon Is Low by Nadia Hashimi The Ridgefield Library’s book discussion groups will meet online via Zoom until we are able to meet in person again!	This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - Poetry on the Path Workshop 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Required Seats Remaining: 10 Description: This program will take place via Zoom. Please register below to receive the Zoom link.	This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Online - Friday (Magic) Tricks with Ed 10:00am - 10:15am All Ages/Families, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Grades K–2" group. This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: All Ages/Families, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Description: Learn some magic with Ed Popielarczyk, children's entertainer and professional magician. Check it out every Friday! Find Friday Tricks here! 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. ONLINE - Shutterbugs Photography Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Games & Activities Required Seats Remaining: 11 Description: The Shutterbugs Photography is now meeting online via Zoom on the second Saturday of the month from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Please register to receive the Zoom link. . The Shutterbugs usually meet on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft and/or head out on their many field trips. At this time they are meeting remotely via Zoom. Please email ridgefieldshutterbugs@yahoo.com for information and to receive the Zoom invitation.
11 am					This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE HELP - Reserve-a-Librarian 11:00am - 11:30am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Have a question about library resources? Need assistance using online databases, digital services or need help downloading the Library's eBooks or eAudiobooks?
12 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - Lunchtime Language: Beginners' French 12:00pm - 1:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom.
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - Facebook 101 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Facebook 101 with Kate Fitzpatrick - By now most people have a Facebook account, but are you comfortable using it and confident you're getting the most out of it?		This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - Intro to LinkedIn 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description: Intro to LinkedIn with Kate Fitzpatrick - In this hands-on, 60-minute presentation, Kate Fitzpatrick will walk you through the essentials of an optimized LinkedIn profile.
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3 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group. ONLINE - Founders Hall Book Discussion 3:00pm - 4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions Description: This discussion will be held via Zoom for members of Founders Hall. For more information on how to join the discussion visit https://founders-hall.org/ The group meets on the second Thursday of the month (except December) at 3 PM. This book group is open to members of Founders Hall only.
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6 pm						This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Bring Your "A" Game Online Trivia 6:30pm - 9:00pm Adults, All Ages/Families, Teens Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults, All Ages/Families, Teens Program Type: Home Page Feed, Games & Activities Required Seats Remaining: 31 Description: Join the RidgeCon Team for "Bring Your 'A' Game" Online Trivia! How well do you know all the games? Board, card, video, strategy, competitive, casual, dice, RPG, classic, outdoor...We could draw from anywhere. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

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