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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan-Feb
2025
Creative Visions - Annual Shutterbugs Photography Show
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Exhibits & Art Talks
Description:
This annual photography show of the Shutterbugs is on view from January 8 through January 31 in the Ridgefield Library Gallery during regular Library hours.
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.
Masking information
Library Masking Guidelines:
· Per current local, state and federal guidelines, masks are optional for all Library patrons and staff
· The Library welcomes patrons and staff to wear masks if they prefer
· The Library has masks available at all service desks
· Ask about our contactless and remote service options
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This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
Feb
1
2025
Sat
Take Your Child to the Library Day
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Lodewick Children’s Library
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Program Type:
Special Programs
Description:
Join us for a fun day of Library Joy and activities! Take Your Child to the Library Day full schedule soon to be revealed!
Disclaimer(s)
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 "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
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.
Jan
27
2025
Mon
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.
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months
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.
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This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
Jan
29
2025
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
31
2025
Fri
Graphite Pencil Drawing with Moki Kokoris
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Dayton Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Description:
This 7-session course is both a review of the medium for artists already somewhat familiar with graphite,* and an introduction to lesser known techniques that produce unique effects.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
1
2025
Sat
In Person: Caffe Italiano
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Dayton Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Description:
Join Angela Tropeano one Saturday a month as she goes over some basic Italian vocabulary and grammar to help you get started with the language, improve your basic language skills, and meet new friends. Following this half hour is Caffe'
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
Jan
30
2025
Thu
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.
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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.
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.
Jan
31
2025
Fri
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.
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This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
Feb
1
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Grades K–2,
Grades 3–5
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
26
2025
Sun
Jigsaw Puzzle Contest for Adults
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.
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This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jan
31
2025
Fri
Teen Hangout: Button Maker
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 custom buttons using the Library's button maker!
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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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.
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.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8,
Teens
Program Type:
Games & Activities
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 "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
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 Knave 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.
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This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jan
29
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Dayton Program Room
Age Group:
Grades 6–8,
Teens
Program Type:
Craft/DIY,
Home Page Feed,
Special Programs
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Description:
Learn how to knit using your fingers instead of knitting needles! The resulting scarf will be chunky and warm, perfect for winter. All materials provided by the library. No knitting experience 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.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
Jan
29
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Grades K–2
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Description:
Children in Grades K-2 are invited to learn about the Lunar New Year celebration and make special crafts in honor of 2025, the Year of the Snake! Registration is required and opens on December 29, 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.
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This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
Jan
30
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group:
Grades 3–5
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Craft/DIY,
Home Page Feed
Required
Seats Remaining:
13
Description:
Students in Grades 3-5 can join us for a fun and creative winter craft! Kids will use aluminum foil to create shimmering snowflake prints.
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.
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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.
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.
Jan
27
2025
Mon
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
27
2025
Mon
Online: Next Chapter Book Club
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
In Person: Web Developer Coding Bootcamp
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Home Page Feed,
Technology & STEAM
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.
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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.
Grades K–2,
Grades 3–5,
Grades 6–8,
Teens
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.
Jan
29
2025
Wed
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
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
30
2025
Thu
Author Talk: Dan Slater, "The Incorruptibles"
Library Branch:
Ridgefield Library
Room:
Main Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Author Talks
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
This harrowing tale of early twentieth century New York reveals the true stories of an immigrant underworld, a secret vice squad, and the rise of organized crime.
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