Ridgefield Library
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About Us
The Ridgefield Library is an intellectual and cultural gathering place, adapting to the changing needs of our community in an evolving world. We commit to encouraging creativity, enrichment and lifelong learning, through: - Expert and supportive staff - Diverse and relevant programming - Emerging and tested technologies - Collections available in myriad formats For more information go to: http://www.ridgefieldlibrary.org/index.shtml
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Contact Information
472 Main Street
Ridgefield, CT 06877
Call 203-438-2282
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Saturday September 21 All Day
Dream BIG Day
Celebrate your BIG Dreams! Stop by on Saturday, September 21, 2024 to pick up a Little People, BIG Dreams activity packet, pose in front of our backdrop, and check out one of the many books in the Little People, BIG Dreams series! No registration. All materials are avai......More
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Saturday September 21 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Voting in CT in 2024
Learn about the “No Excuse” Absentee Voting initiative that is on the Ballot in November; Early Voting; Voter Registration; Same Day Registration and voting ; and who can vote absentee in 2024 and how to do it. Laura Smits, the Director of Communications for the LWVCT ......More
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Saturday September 21 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Storytime with the Aldrich
Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Storytime, in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! Perfect for children ages 6 and under.Registration is required. Please visit: https://thealdrich.org/events
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Saturday September 21 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
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Sunday September 22 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ridgefield Folk: Singer/Songwriters Louise Mosrie and Michele Gedney
Join two celebrated, award-winning songwriters as they come together to share original songs with heartfelt and joyous musical connection. Michele Gedney has been writing songs since she was seven years old and spent the last 23 years as one half of the award-winning du......More
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Monday September 23 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
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Monday September 23 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
All-Age Family Storytime
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 attendees should expect to participate. No registrat......More
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Monday September 23 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Embroider a Fabric Placemat
Join us to learn how to embroider a fabric placemat on the library's embroidery machines.No embroidery machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided.This program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library
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Monday September 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Pumpkin Patch
Are you excited for fall? Children entering grades 3-5 can kick off the upcoming season with these autumn activities and games. We’ll design scarecrows, create mushroom houses, make art with leaves, and play games with some pumpkins!Registration is required and opens on......More
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Monday September 23 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Scrabble Club
For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at [email protected] with any questions.Preference may be given to Ridgefield Residents as space is limited.P......More
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Monday September 23 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Adult Reading Retreat
All the fun of reading without the pressure of reading and discussing an assigned book!Bring your own book or find one while you’re here. The first hour will be a silent reading time for all. During the remaining half hour, socialize and chat (or not!) about what you ar......More
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Monday September 23 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Using LinkedIn Effectively with Kate Fitzpatrick
LinkedIn has a predominantly professional user base, with a focus on career development and networking. With over 200 million users in the U.S. alone, the platform is primarily used by professionals across various industries, including business, technology, marketing, a......More
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Tuesday September 24 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months
For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories. This weekly storytime emphasizes rhymes and songs geared towards the development of toddlers. This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all attend......More
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Tuesday September 24 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online: iPad 101 – Sharing and Organizing Your Photos
The iPad’s camera takes beautiful photos, but what happens to those photos and how can you find them to look at them whenever you want to? Join us as we learn how the iPad organizes your photos and various ways you can search. Want to organize them differently? Learn ho......More
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Tuesday September 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Online: The Story of Fingerprints, with Toni McKeen
Everybody has them, they are all different, but did you ever ask why they exist? And how and when they are formed on our hands- what is their purpose? Which ancient culture was the first to realize this? Then we will take this science into the 21st century with modern ......More
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Tuesday September 24 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Pokémon Players Club
Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo. If you know the basics, learn strategies and deck-building tips to maximize your own deck. All levels welcome, and it is not neces......More
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Tuesday September 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Embroider a Fabric Placemat
Join us to learn how to embroider a fabric placemat on the library's embroidery machines.No embroidery machine experience necessary. All materials will be provided.This program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library
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Tuesday September 24 7:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
Food for Tots
Parents and caregivers of children ages birth-three years are invited to join Lauren Pambianchi APRN, CPNP for an overview with evidence-based information on introducing your child to solids, food allergies, and suggestions for picky eaters. Lauren is a pediatric nurse ......More
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Tuesday September 24 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Online: NASA Space Telescopes: Meet the Webb and Roman Space Telescopes
Peter Sooy from NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland will talk about the build and launch of the James Webb Space Telescope in 2021. He will also cover an overview of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, NASA’s next flagship observatory that is scheduled to ......More
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Tuesday September 24 7:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Online: 7 Ways to Support Your Student Without Losing Your Mind
The Ridgefield Library is pleased to present:7 Ways to Support Your Student’s Studying & Executive Functions Without Losing Your MindIn this engaging seminar, parents will learn practical tools to support their children's study practices and executive functions, to ensu......More
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Wednesday September 25 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Hybrid: A.M. Book Group
The title for this month is Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens.The A.M. Book Discussion Group meets in person with an option to participate via Zoom on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am. *Please note the alternate meeting date in November. This book group ......More
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Wednesday September 25 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Preschool Storytime
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.
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Wednesday September 25 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Photo Editing with Canva
Did you know that Canva can be used as a free online photo editor, allowing you to upload, edit, and share instantly from one place? Join us as we review how to add filters and effects, make adjustments, and customize with frames, text, or stickers. We will also review ......More
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Wednesday September 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
CANCELLED: Volunteer: Twisters Club
Learn to tie balloon animals and earn service hours. No prior experience is necessary- we will learn the basics and practice together.Attendance will make you eligible to earn further hours at library-sponsored events by coming and creating balloon creatures for childre......More
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Wednesday September 25 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Kamishibai Theater
Students in grades 3-5 are invited to join us for timeless folktales told in the style of Kamishibai. Kamishibai is a form of paper theater, a traditional type of storytelling from Japan. The narrator uses a wooden theater set and boards to tell tales, which was a popul......More
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Wednesday September 25 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Chess Club
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.
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Wednesday September 25 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
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Wednesday September 25 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Online: Explore Literature with Dr. Mark Schenker: Cloud Cuckoo Land
Mark Schenker will present a series of lectures this fall on novels that engage the themes of curiosity and exploring.Dr. Schenker, formerly of Yale College and a frequent lecturer at the Ridgefield Library, will begin with Cloud Cuckoo Land (2021), Anthony Doerr’s inve......More
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Thursday September 26 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Food for Tots
Parents and caregivers of children ages birth-three years are invited to join Lauren Pambianchi APRN, CPNP for an overview with evidence-based information on introducing your child to solids, food allergies, and suggestions for picky eaters. Lauren is a pediatric nurse ......More
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Thursday September 26 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Baby & Me Playtime
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.No registration. Siblings are welco......More
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Thursday September 26 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Rosen Movement with Betty Ross, CANCELLED
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.These movements are designed to lubricate the joints, expand the chest, and ......More
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Thursday September 26 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Slime Science
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. Registration is required and opens a month prior to the date of the program.Preference may be g......More
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Thursday September 26 4:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
D&D Club: Ghosts of Saltmarsh
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 Dungeons & Dragons 5e game system, following the Ghosts of Saltmarsh campaign.Interested in joini......More
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Thursday September 26 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
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Friday September 27 10:30am - 12:30pm EDT
CMYK Colors and Drawing Iridescence
CMYK Colors and Drawing IridescenceThis is a colored pencil drawing course for all levels.The two main goals of this course are: 1. to introduce the CMYK color model (used in color printing), and 2. to show that drawing pearlescent objects is best achieved when using on......More
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Friday September 27 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Big Picture-NEW TIME
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. No registration.Programs like this are support......More
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Friday September 27 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Paint the Teen Center
Brighten up the library by painting the Ellis Family Teen Center's windows! No idea too big or too small. We will have paint pens ready to use. No registration required, drop in anytime during the program to participate.
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Saturday September 28 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Mini Autumn Flip Book
Join us to make your very own coil bound mini Autumn Flip Book using the library's book binding machine. Please feel to bring in photos, ticket stubs, and other small mementos to add to your flip book. All materials will be provided.This program is funded by the Lewis F......More
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Saturday September 28 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Teddy Bear Yoga
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. Bring your favorite teddy or stuffed anima......More
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Saturday September 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Family Tree Workshop
Get out the craft supplies and have fun exploring your family history! Families with children of all ages can create their own family tree using supplies from our library. Participants are encouraged to bring photographs and meaningful familial objects to help create a......More
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Monday September 30 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
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Monday September 30 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
All-Age Family Storytime
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 attendees should expect to participate. No registrat......More
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Monday September 30 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Needle Felting for Adults
Katie Stevenson's popular class returns. Make a small ornament or animal using a special burred needle and colored wool roving. Please register below.
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Monday September 30 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Snack Around the World
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. We'll start with a story, learn some fun facts about a new country......More
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Monday September 30 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Scrabble Club
For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at [email protected] with any questions.Preference may be given to Ridgefield Residents as space is limited.P......More
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Monday September 30 7:00pm - 8:15pm EDT
Navigating Parent Traps: Keys to Staying Cool, Calm and Collected
This program will focus on helping parents develop key strategies to help their teens manage their stress and anxiety more effectively, maintain consistent limits when managing bedtimes, screentimes, mealtimes, homework and more, as well as how to maintain a loving conn......More
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Tuesday October 1 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Mother Goose for ages 12-24 months
For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories. This weekly storytime emphasizes rhymes and songs geared towards the development of toddlers. This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all attend......More
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Tuesday October 1 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Senior Voices: Medicare Overview
Senior Voices is a free event and a hybrid program. Individuals may attend in person and on-line. Light refreshments will be served. If you have any questions, please contact the Commission on Aging at [email protected] register below....More
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Tuesday October 1 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Pokémon Players Club
Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo. If you know the basics, learn strategies and deck-building tips to maximize your own deck. All levels welcome, and it is not neces......More
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Tuesday October 1 4:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
D&D Club: 13th Age
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 13th Age game system.Interested in joining the club when space permits? Please email emredfern@ri......More
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Tuesday October 1 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Hybrid: Nonfictioneers Book Discussion
The title for this month is The Eskimo and the Oil Man: the Battle at the Top of the World for America's Fate by Bob Reiss.The Nonfictioneers book discussion group meets in-person with an option to participate via Zoom on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm (excep......More
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Tuesday October 1 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Candidates Forum, CT State Legislature
All candidates on the ballot for the CT State Legislature representing Ridgefield have been invited to attend the Forum. Those candidates participating will answer questions and share their views on important topics with voters. Co-sponsored with the League of Women Vot......More