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Coffee and Conversations About Aging

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Description:

Getting older often brings up new questions—but you don't have to navigate them alone.

Kids Coding Club

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

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

Registration Required

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.

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Online at Ridgefield Library

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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

Illustration of Mother Goose riding goose

Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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 0-12 months

Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy

Description:

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

Embroider a Felt Gingerbread Snow Globe Ornament for Teens

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens

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

Registration Required

Description:

Join us to learn how to create your very own custom felt gingerbread snow globe ornament on the library's embroidery machines.

No embroidery machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided.

Pokémon Players Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

Program Type: Games & Activities

Registration Required

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.

Illustration of the Declaration of Independence and Quill Pen

America 250 Community Conversations: The Declaration of Independence

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Dayton Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussions, Special Programs

Registration Required

Description:

America250 Community Conversations are facilitated discussions led by Ridgefield Library and Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center staff that focus on increasing familiarity and interaction with the Declaration of Independence

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library

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Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Leir Children’s Program Room

Age Group: Age 3, Age 4, Age 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.

Project Resilience: Living with Loss

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Main Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Description:

Living with Loss: A Conversation with Martha Morris, LCSW

Using Gmail More Effectively

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library

Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center

Age Group: Adults

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

Registration Required

Description:

During this program, we will present the very popular email application, Google Mail (Gmail). We will review important Gmail basics such as: Sending, Receiving, Replying, Forwarding, Printing, etc. Additionally, we will cover many of the

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All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group Art Exhibit - Shutterbugs Annual Photography Art Show All Day 1/10–2/2 Adults, All Ages / Families This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults, All Ages / Families Program Type: Exhibits & Art Talks Description: The Shutterbugs Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who uses many differing kinds of cameras. 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 This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group This event is in the "Age 3" group All-Age Family Storytime 10:30am–11:00am All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3 This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group This event is in the "Age 3" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3 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 "Ages 0-12 months" group Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months 10:30am–11:00am Ages 0-12 months This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-12 months 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 "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Age 3, Age 4, Age 5 This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Age 3, Age 4, Age 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. 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 "Ages 24-36 months" group Terrific Twos 10:30am–11:15am Ages 24-36 months Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 24-36 months" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 24-36 months Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required Description: For walking toddlers ages 24-36 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 "Adults" group In Person: Caffe Italiano 10:30am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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'
11 am					This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group Baby & Me Playtime 11:30am–12:00pm Ages 0-12 months This event is in the "Ages 0-12 months" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-12 months 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 "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group Big Picture 11:30am–12:00pm All Ages / Families, Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1 This event is in the "All Ages / Families" group This event is in the "Age 3" group This event is in the "Age 4" group This event is in the "Age 5" group This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: All Ages / Families, Age 3, Age 4, Age 5, Kindergarten, Grade 1 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.	This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group Read to ROAR 11:30am–12:30pm Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4 Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4 Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy Registration Required 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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1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Poetry Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Group A 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Randolph Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required 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. 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 Chair Yoga with Liz Wendel 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Ridgefield Folk Presents The Lonetown Boys 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music & Performances Registration Required Description: The Lonetown Boys are an acoustic quartet featuring classic country, folk, blues and americana music. 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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4 pm		This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group Art of Anatomy 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5 Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEAM Registration Required Description: Join students from Ridgefield High School to explore human biology through art! We'll learn about the structure, function, and importance of different organs by making our own anatomy models with craft supplies. 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 "Grade 2" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Pokémon Players Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Grade 2" group This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required 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 "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" group Teddy Bear Yoga 4:30pm–5:30pm Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2 Registration Required This event is in the "Kindergarten" group This event is in the "Grade 1" group This event is in the "Grade 2" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2 Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Description: Children in Grades K-2 are invited to a yoga and stretching class. We'll get active with some dancing and games before a mindful cooldown. Participants will learn breathing techniques to bring them to a calm and soothing state. 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. 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Scrabble Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens This event is in the "Grade 3" group This event is in the "Grade 4" group This event is in the "Grade 5" group This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Leir Children’s Program Room Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 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 Online: Next Chapter Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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.
7 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group The Art of Raphael, with Toni McKeen 7:00pm–8:15pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lectures & Panels Registration Required Description: Dive into the artistic process of one of history’s most beloved and influential artists. 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 Online: Poems from CT's Four Corners 7:00pm–8:15pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music & Performances Registration Required Description: Join us online as we host five diverse and engaging Connecticut poets for an evening of poetry and community. Please register in advance to receive the Zoom link. 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 Reviewing Ridgefield’s Natural Resources 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgefield Library Room: Main Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lectures & Panels Registration Required Description: The Ridgefield Conservation Commission published its review on the Town’s environmental health over two years ago. Come and learn how well the Town is doing in its stewardship of its natural resources from RCC Vice-Chairman Erik Keller. 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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