eBooks, eAudiobooks and Digital Magazines

Your Ridgefield Library card gives you access to thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital magazines. We’ll show you what Libby, Hoopla and our newest platform, Blackstone Unlimited, have to offer and how to get started.Please feel free to bring your mobile device.

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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

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 animal to practice the yoga poses with. Bringing your own mat or towel is encouraged, though we will have extras for anyone who needs them. Registration is required for each session and opens a month before the program.Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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Star Lab for Grades K-2

For students in Grades K-2. The Ridgefield High School Astronomy Club will present a 60-minute StarLab show inside their portable planetarium. This program is designed to teach students about the nature of stars and constellations. Learn how to locate and identify const......More

For students in Grades K-2. The Ridgefield High School Astronomy Club will present a 60-minute StarLab show inside their portable planetarium. This program is designed to teach students about the nature of stars and constellations. Learn how to locate and identify constellations in the sky and navigate using the North Star!  Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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Online: Poems from CT's Four Corners

Join us online as we host five guests whose work represents the quality and diversity of poetry in the Nutmeg State.Padmaja Battani is originally from India. Her work has appeared in the CT Literary Anthology, Coffee People Zine, Tarot Poetry Review, and other journals.......More

Join us online as we host five guests whose work represents the quality and diversity of poetry in the Nutmeg State.Padmaja Battani is originally from India. Her work has appeared in the CT Literary Anthology, Coffee People Zine, Tarot Poetry Review, and other journals.Eric Hoffmann’s books include conversations with noted poets, musicians, and artists; collections of haiku translations; and several volumes of poetry.   Bethany Howard, poet laureate of Clinton, is the author of Permission Granted: Embrace Who You Are, Cultivate Courage, Impact Your World.William Moorhead recited poetry and psalms from an early age. His work has appeared in Naugatuck River Review, the Old Red Kimono, and elsewhereM. Mick Powell, an assistant professor of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Connecticut, is the author of Dead Girl Cameo. Please register to receive the Zoom link.

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Terrific Twos

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.Preference may be given to Ridgefield ......More

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.Preference may be given to Ridgefield Residents as space is limited.Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Murder by the Book Book Group

The title this month will be The Pale Horse by Agatha Christie.In the classic mystery by Queen of Mystery Agatha Christie, an elderly priest is murdered, quite possibly doomed by a woman’s deathbed confession and by the secrets kept safely locked behind closed doors of ......More

The title this month will be The Pale Horse by Agatha Christie.In the classic mystery by Queen of Mystery Agatha Christie, an elderly priest is murdered, quite possibly doomed by a woman’s deathbed confession and by the secrets kept safely locked behind closed doors of a mysterious local pub. When an elderly priest is murdered, the killer searches the victim so roughly that his already ragged cassock is torn in the process. What was the killer looking for? And what had a dying woman confided to the priest on her deathbed only hours earlier?Mark Easterbrook and his sidekick Ginger Corrigan are determined to find out. Maybe the three women who run The Pale Horse public house, and who are rumored to practice the “Dark Arts,” can provide some answers?Join us for Murder by the Book, the library's mystery book discussion group, which meets in-person on the first Thursday of the month from January through November at 10:30 am. Participants will discuss a selected book from different mystery authors. For fans of mysteries of all kinds—from cozies to spy thrillers! This book discussion is led by Adult Services Librarian Kelly-Ann Gardella.Many of the book discussion titles can be downloaded via the library's Hoopla or Libby accounts.Please reach out to the Adult Services Department if you need assistance with downloading the title. Personal copies can also be purchased at Books on the Common at a 15% discount.Please register below.

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Online: Understanding Your Computer

Would you like to understand more about the computer you currently have? Are you possibly considering purchasing a computer in the near future? Join us via Zoom as we discuss many important aspects about your computer, including:How is computer hardware affected by rece......More

Would you like to understand more about the computer you currently have? Are you possibly considering purchasing a computer in the near future? Join us via Zoom as we discuss many important aspects about your computer, including:How is computer hardware affected by recent advances in AI technology?What differentiates Windows computers vs. MACs vs. Chromebooks?What are the advantages or disadvantages of desktops vs. laptops vs. convertibles?What hardware features are important to understand (CPU, RAM, hard drive, etc.)?What are the specifications of my computer?Is my computer nearing the end of its useful life?  Should I upgrade or replace it?Can I still use Windows 10?What security software should I be using?Bring plenty of questions to this worthwhile presentation!This program is funded by the Paul and Johanna Laszig Fund

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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

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 welcome.Preference may be given to Ridgefield Residents as space is limited.Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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A250: Stamp It Out

Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to create their own stamp and join a role play scenario as tax collectors and American colonists as we explore the Stamp Act of 1765 with candy as taxable money. Registration is required and opens January 5, 2025.Preference may be give......More

Students in Grades 3-5 are invited to create their own stamp and join a role play scenario as tax collectors and American colonists as we explore the Stamp Act of 1765 with candy as taxable money. Registration is required and opens January 5, 2025.Preference may be given to Ridgefield Residents as space is limited.Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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Online: Unlock the Power of LinkedIn for Your Business or Nonprofit

Join local expert Kate Fitzpatrick, a Ridgefield native with almost 15 years as a social media coach and consultant, via Zoom to master the world's premier professional network. Learn how to optimize your profile, build strategic connections, and share content that esta......More

Join local expert Kate Fitzpatrick, a Ridgefield native with almost 15 years as a social media coach and consultant, via Zoom to master the world's premier professional network. Learn how to optimize your profile, build strategic connections, and share content that establishes your organization as a local industry leader.

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Reviewing Ridgefield’s Natural Resources

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. The lecture will summarize the st......More

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. The lecture will summarize the study’s conclusions, recommendations, and address the following issues:What areas in Town are threatened by development and pollution?What can residents do to minimize harm to the environment?How can the Town and residents work together to increase environmental health?Erik is a retired horticulturist and therapist at Ann’s Place, a not-for-profit facility that helps those with cancer. He also has received certification from the University of Connecticut as a Master Gardener and from The New York Botanical Garden in Horticultural Therapy. He is also the author of the book, A Therapist's Garden.Please register below.

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Webinar: Motivating Your Unmotivated Child

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to present:Successful Study Skills 4 StudentsMotivating Your Unmotivated ChildFree Parent Webinar | Thursday, February 5 | 7:00 PM EST Does your child seem disengaged, resistant, or simply unmotivated? You’re not alone. Join us for a fr......More

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to present:Successful Study Skills 4 StudentsMotivating Your Unmotivated ChildFree Parent Webinar | Thursday, February 5 | 7:00 PM EST Does your child seem disengaged, resistant, or simply unmotivated? You’re not alone. Join us for a free, dynamic, and interactive webinar designed specifically for parents who want proven strategies to inspire their students to take ownership of their learning. You'll learn how to:•          Understand why your child appears unmotivated•          Recognize the difference between lack of motivation and possible mental health concerns•          Identify the root causes of disengagement•          Help your child build confidence, resilience, and self-esteem•          See how anxiety and self-doubt impact motivation•          Use goals, choices, and consequences to boost accountability•          Teach problem-solving skills that break through avoidance•          Reduce power struggles while fostering independence•          Encourage intrinsic motivation so your child feels inspired from within When: Thursday, February 5, 7:00 PM ESTWhere: Online — Free to attend (registration required)Reserve your spot today and give your child the tools to do great in school.Register Here

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Art Exhibit - Heidi Harrington

Heidi was born and educated in the UK. A recipient of the Royal Academy of Arts Richard Ford Award and the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Award, she has exhibited multiple times with the Royal Society of Portrait Painters, at the UK’s National Portrait Gallery as par......More

Heidi was born and educated in the UK. A recipient of the Royal Academy of Arts Richard Ford Award and the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Award, she has exhibited multiple times with the Royal Society of Portrait Painters, at the UK’s National Portrait Gallery as part of the BP Portrait Award and has been featured in solo exhibitions at London’s Riverside Studios and Beatrice Royal Art Gallery.Her portraits of notable celebrities in the world of UK comedy, from Monty Python’s Terry Jones to Ronnie Corbett OBE, Hattie Hayridge (Red Dwarf) and Nigel Planer resulted in her solo exhibition Stand-up Sitting at London’s Riverside Studios. She has also been commissioned by such luminaries as golfer Nick Faldo and ABC TV’s and NPR’s Robert Krulwich.She moved to New York in 2004 and now lives and works as a commissioned portrait painter and art instructor in CT. @heidi7ct Art exhibits are shown in the lower level of the Library. Show will be open during normal library hours.

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Felt Heart Garland

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own felt heart garland. All materials will be provided. This program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library

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Chiaroscuro Effect on Black Paper: Colored Pencil Drawing

"CHIAROSCURO Effect on Black Paper" - Colored Pencil DrawingThe term "chiaroscuro" is a combination of ‘chiaro’ and ‘scuro’ – the Italian words for dark and light. It is a centuries-old technique that renders art much more dramatic and atmospheric, establishing a rich a......More

"CHIAROSCURO Effect on Black Paper" - Colored Pencil DrawingThe term "chiaroscuro" is a combination of ‘chiaro’ and ‘scuro’ – the Italian words for dark and light. It is a centuries-old technique that renders art much more dramatic and atmospheric, establishing a rich and evocative mood. The high contrast between the heavy shadows and intensely lit elements creates a sense of depth and three-dimensional volume. Renaissance artists Caravaggio, da Vinci, and Rembrandt are some of the best-known artists who regularly applied it in their paintings. In this course, students will be guided through the process of creating this effect in their own chosen compositions.Please register for the first class only, on January 23, and you'll be considered signed up for all six. The dates are: Jan 23 and 30; Feb 6, 13, 20 and 27.

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Big Picture

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

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 supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Teen Hangout

Relax with friends on Friday afternoon - play board, card or video games, make a craft, have a snack...no registration necessary, just drop in.To hear about more of our programs and events, sign up for our monthly Teen Newsletter.

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Cross Stitch Saturday - Heart

Join us for a workshop to learn how to sew your very own cross stitch heart. No cross stitch experience is 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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Take Your Child to the Library Day

Join us for a fun day of Library Magic and special activities! Take Your Child to the Library Day began in 2011 at the Waterford Library in CT and is now celebrated across the US, Canada and even internationally! 10:30am: All-Age Family Storytime (all ages welcome, no r......More

Join us for a fun day of Library Magic and special activities! Take Your Child to the Library Day began in 2011 at the Waterford Library in CT and is now celebrated across the US, Canada and even internationally! 10:30am: All-Age Family Storytime (all ages welcome, no registration) Click for more info2:00 pm: Ed Pop Family Magic Show (all ages welcome; registration encouraged) Click for more infoPlus, a scavenger hunt all day in the Children's Library and Take & Makes as supplies last!Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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In Person: Caffe Italiano

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' Italiano, a group that meets and......More

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' Italiano, a group that meets and speaks Italian for an hour.  You are welcome to stay and join that group too if you like.No registration required.

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Take Your Child to the Library Family Storytime

Families with children of all ages are invited to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a special storytime. Come talk, read, play, move, and sing together in this celebration of Library Magic! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, ......More

Families with children of all ages are invited to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a special storytime. Come talk, read, play, move, and sing together in this celebration of Library Magic! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all attendees should expect to participate. No registration required. Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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Ed Pop Magic

Families with children of all ages are invited to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a comedy magic show! Ed Popielarczyk is a professional magician, balloon sculptor, flea circus ringmaster, and storyteller who has been entertaining children and family a......More

Families with children of all ages are invited to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a comedy magic show! Ed Popielarczyk is a professional magician, balloon sculptor, flea circus ringmaster, and storyteller who has been entertaining children and family audiences for over thirty years. His magic show is a comedy show that uses lots of audience participation. YOU are the stars of the show because you help to make the magic happen. Registration is encouraged and opens on January 7, 2026 but drop-ins are welcome as space permits.Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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Artist's Reception: Heidi Harrington

Please join us for an artist's reception of Heidi Harrington's show Faces and Places.Heidi was born and educated in the UK. A recipient of the Royal Academy of Arts Richard Ford Award and the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Award, she has exhibited multiple times with......More

Please join us for an artist's reception of Heidi Harrington's show Faces and Places.Heidi was born and educated in the UK. A recipient of the Royal Academy of Arts Richard Ford Award and the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Award, she has exhibited multiple times with the Royal Society of Portrait Painters, at the UK’s National Portrait Gallery as part of the BP Portrait Award and has been featured in solo exhibitions at London’s Riverside Studios and Beatrice Royal Art Gallery.Her portraits of notable celebrities in the world of UK comedy, from Monty Python’s Terry Jones to Ronnie Corbett OBE, Hattie Hayridge (Red Dwarf) and Nigel Planer resulted in her solo exhibition Stand-up Sitting at London’s Riverside Studios. She has also been commissioned by such luminaries as golfer Nick Faldo and ABC TV’s and NPR’s Robert Krulwich. She moved to New York in 2004 and now lives and works as a portrait painter and art instructor in CT. To contact Heidi about a portrait commission or to see more images visit @heidi7ctLight refreshments will be served, no registration is required.

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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

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 registration required. Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Books and Brunch

Join us for our seasonal chat about books. Members of our staff will share selected new fiction and nonfiction titles. Then we hope you will briefly share what you are currently reading. All participants will receive an email after the meeting listing the books that wer......More

Join us for our seasonal chat about books. Members of our staff will share selected new fiction and nonfiction titles. Then we hope you will briefly share what you are currently reading. All participants will receive an email after the meeting listing the books that were discussed.Come in person for the latest buzz about new & upcoming books and find out what everyone else is reading. Books and Brunch meets quarterly (every three months) from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM on the second Monday in the Dayton Program Room on the Lower LevelRegular and decaf coffee, tea and a light breakfast snack will be provided. Feel free to bring your lunch to eat during the chat!Please register below.

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Valentine Needle Felting for Adults

Katie Stevenson teaches this delightful class. Learn to make small animals or ornaments using a burred needle and colorful wool roving. All materials are included.Please register below.

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Teen Crafting Circle

Do you like to craft? Want to meet other crafters? Join the Teen Crafting Circle! We will have some crafting materials on hand, such as crochet hooks, knitting needles, and embroidery supplies, but you can bring your own projects to work on, too. This is a space to do s......More

Do you like to craft? Want to meet other crafters? Join the Teen Crafting Circle! We will have some crafting materials on hand, such as crochet hooks, knitting needles, and embroidery supplies, but you can bring your own projects to work on, too. This is a space to do some crafting, chat with other crafters, and maybe get some help if you get stuck.All skill levels and all crafts are welcome; this is not limited to fiber arts! To hear about more of our programs and events, sign up for our monthly Teen Newsletter.

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Kids Coding Club

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. A Ridgefield Library Card will be needed to......More

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. A Ridgefield Library Card will be needed to create an account and access Fiero Code from home.Registration is required for each individual meeting and opens one month before the start of each session. Registration priority goes to Ridgefield residents.

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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

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.Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Online: Next Chapter Book Club

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 transported to different worlds where......More

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 transported to different worlds where they meet interesting characters and learn about exciting new things. Taking that journey with a group of friends makes it even more meaningful and fun.This inclusive book club meets most Mondays in Zoom and is open to anyone who enjoys a good story! Non-readers, non-verbal, emerging readers, fluent/avid readers are all welcome and encouraged to participate at their comfort level. Books are provided in advance of each meeting. Next Chapter Book Club is supported by a grant from the Ridgefield Thrift Shop and is offered in partnership with SPHERE.Please contact Assistant Library Director Andy Forsyth for more information and to register [email protected] or (203) 438-2282 ext 102.

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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

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 attendees should expect to participate. Siblings are welcome! No registration required. Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Senior Voices: Continuing Care Communities: Housing and Care Options as We Age

The Ridgefield Commission on Aging is pleased to invite local seniors to the Senior Voices presentation.This month the talk will be presented by Kayla Todd, Clinical Liaison at Meadow Ridge Continuing Care Community in Redding. Ms. Todd will provide an overview of Meado......More

The Ridgefield Commission on Aging is pleased to invite local seniors to the Senior Voices presentation.This month the talk will be presented by Kayla Todd, Clinical Liaison at Meadow Ridge Continuing Care Community in Redding. Ms. Todd will provide an overview of Meadow Ridge, a continuing care retirement community located in Redding, and discuss the range of services and support options available to older adults. Topics will include independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing care, and how continuing care communities can adapt to residents’ changing needs over time.This program is open to the public and is especially valuable for older adults, caregivers, and family members who are exploring future housing, healthcare, and lifestyle options.Senior Voices is a free event and hybrid program. Individuals may attend in person or register via Zoom through the library. Participants are invited to enjoy light refreshments and conversation following the program. Please register below.

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3D Print a Magnetic Picture Frame for Teens

Are you interested in printing a picture frame magnet 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 picture frame. Your design will be print......More

Are you interested in printing a picture frame magnet 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 picture frame. Your design will be printed, and you will be emailed with more information regarding when to pick it up from the library.  This program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library

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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

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 necessary to own cards or a complete deck to participate. Registration is required for each session. Registration opens one month before the start of each session.***Preference may be given to Ridgefield Residents as space is limited.Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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D&D Club: Group B

Club meeting of gamers in grades 7-12 (rising 7th graders welcome!) alternates weeks to learn the basics of playing Fantasy Role Playing Games like Dungeons & Dragons.Interested in joining the club when space permits? Please email [email protected] hear......More

Club meeting of gamers in grades 7-12 (rising 7th graders welcome!) alternates weeks to learn the basics of playing Fantasy Role Playing Games like Dungeons & Dragons.Interested in joining the club when space permits? Please email [email protected] hear about more of our programs and events, sign up for our monthly Teen Newsletter.

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Critics' Circle Book Group

This month we will be reading Saints for All Occasions by J. Courtney Sullivan.A sweeping, unforgettable novel from The New York Times best-selling author of Maine, about the hope, sacrifice, and love between two sisters and the secret that drives them apart.Nora and Th......More

This month we will be reading Saints for All Occasions by J. Courtney Sullivan.A sweeping, unforgettable novel from The New York Times best-selling author of Maine, about the hope, sacrifice, and love between two sisters and the secret that drives them apart.Nora and Theresa Flynn are twenty-one and seventeen when they leave their small village in Ireland and journey to America.Nora is the responsible sister; she’s shy and serious and engaged to a man she isn’t sure that she loves. Theresa is gregarious; she is thrilled by their new life in Boston and besotted with the fashionable dresses and dance halls on Dudley Street. But when Theresa ends up pregnant, Nora is forced to come up with a plan—a decision with repercussions they are both far too young to understand.Fifty years later, Nora is the matriarch of a big Catholic family with four grown children: John, a successful, if opportunistic, political consultant; Bridget, privately preparing to have a baby with her girlfriend; Brian, at loose ends after a failed baseball career; and Patrick, Nora’s favorite, the beautiful boy who gives her no end of heartache. Estranged from her sister and cut off from the world, Theresa is a cloistered nun, living in an abbey in rural Vermont. Until, after decades of silence, a sudden death forces Nora and Theresa to confront the choices they made so long ago.A graceful, supremely moving novel from one of our most beloved writers, Saints for All Occasions explores the fascinating, funny, and sometimes achingly sad ways a secret at the heart of one family both breaks them and binds them together.Critics' Circle meets in-person on the second Tuesday of the month (except December) at 6:30 pm for a discussion of new and classic titles. New readers are always welcome! This book discussion is led by Margaret Eustace.Many of the book discussion titles can be downloaded via the Library's Hoopla or Libby accounts. Please reach out to the Adult Services Department if you need assistance with downloading the title. Personal copies can also be purchased at Books on the Common at a 15% discount. Please register below.

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Author Talk: Jimmy Tickey, Organizing to Win: The Art & Science of Running for Office

Jimmy Tickey’s Organizing to Win is a timely, practical and empowering guide for anyone who wants to make a real difference in their community. In an era of growing cynicism and deepening inequality, this book reminds us that democracy thrives when citizens engage. Whet......More

Jimmy Tickey’s Organizing to Win is a timely, practical and empowering guide for anyone who wants to make a real difference in their community. In an era of growing cynicism and deepening inequality, this book reminds us that democracy thrives when citizens engage. Whether you’re frustrated with current leadership, feel disconnected from the political process, or simply want to add your voice to the conversation, Organizing to Win provides comprehensive strategy and step-by-step tactics to get involved, manage a campaign, run for office and make life better for people.With 20 years of experience at every level, from organizer to candidate and party leader, Tickeydemystifies the path to public service with actionable guidance. Tickey offers advice on decidingthe right level of office to pursue and determining what it will take to win that race. You’ll learn how to make your mark locally before you run, build name recognition and lay the groundwork for a campaign.He walks you through forming your committee, creating a finance plan, and recruiting volunteers to mobilize. Jimmy’s advice on digital outreach, scheduling, and preparing for attacks will teach candidates, staff, and volunteers how to manage a campaign effectively.Books on the Common will have copies for purchase and signing.

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Preschool Storytime

Children ages 3-5 explore a new book every week through song, dance, and crafts in this active storytime! No registration. Download a PDF of our Social Story "I Am Going to Storytime!" to help prepare your family to visit the Ridgefield Library for storytime. Programs l......More

Children ages 3-5 explore a new book every week through song, dance, and crafts in this active storytime! No registration. Download a PDF of our Social Story "I Am Going to Storytime!" to help prepare your family to visit the Ridgefield Library for storytime. Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Online: Basic French Conversation for Beginners

Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom.Learned a little French in high school and would like to revisit it? Then why not join Anette Roth at one of our Lunchtime Language workshops.  Through simple texts, poems, songs, videos and more, learn m......More

Join us for this French conversation class for beginners via Zoom.Learned a little French in high school and would like to revisit it? Then why not join Anette Roth at one of our Lunchtime Language workshops.  Through simple texts, poems, songs, videos and more, learn more about the language and culture, improve your basic language skills, and meet new friends.The workshops are aimed at those with a very rudimentary knowledge of the language.  Please be aware that as this is an interactive class you will need to turn on both your video and audio to attend the class.Anette Roth is German and has teaching experience in French, German and English in secondary and higher education. She is a graduate of the University of Mainz, in Germany with a degree in Translation Studies, Linguistics and Cultural Studies. She also obtained her Masters in Translation/Applied Linguistics in French, English and German. In addition, she has taught with the Institut Français for DELF certificate classes. The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.Please register to receive the Zoom link for the meeting. The link will be in the confirmation email.

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Embroidery Machine Orientation

Are you interested in learning how to use the Library's Baby Lock Flare embroidery machine? Join us for a hands-on one hour orientation where we will review all the steps you need to know to get started embroidering. Learn how to hoop your material, thread the machine, ......More

Are you interested in learning how to use the Library's Baby Lock Flare embroidery machine? Join us for a hands-on one hour orientation where we will review all the steps you need to know to get started embroidering. Learn how to hoop your material, thread the machine, add and edit designs and more! After completing your orientation, you can schedule a time to make your very own apron or kitchen towel!All materials will be providedThis program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library

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Valentine Card Workshop

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to join Ms. Bonnie to learn some new card making techniques and craft their own handmade and heartfelt Valentines for friends and family! Registration is required and opens on January 11, 2026.Programs like this are made possible in pa......More

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to join Ms. Bonnie to learn some new card making techniques and craft their own handmade and heartfelt Valentines for friends and family! Registration is required and opens on January 11, 2026.Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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Star Lab for Grades 3-5

For students in Grades 3-5. The Ridgefield High School Astronomy Club will present a 60-minute StarLab show inside their portable planetarium. This program is designed to teach students about the nature of stars and constellations. Learn how to locate and identify const......More

For students in Grades 3-5. The Ridgefield High School Astronomy Club will present a 60-minute StarLab show inside their portable planetarium. This program is designed to teach students about the nature of stars and constellations. Learn how to locate and identify constellations in the sky and navigate using the North Star!  Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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Terrific Twos

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.Preference may be given to Ridgefield ......More

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.Preference may be given to Ridgefield Residents as space is limited.Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Online: Doing the Essentials with Your Computer

During this hands-on class via Zoom we will cover many essential techniques and skills for a Windows computer. The topics will include: mouse and keyboard techniques (escape key, the Windows key, keyboard shortcuts, right clicking, etc.); customizing and tweaking your c......More

During this hands-on class via Zoom we will cover many essential techniques and skills for a Windows computer. The topics will include: mouse and keyboard techniques (escape key, the Windows key, keyboard shortcuts, right clicking, etc.); customizing and tweaking your computer (volume, brightness, mouse pointer size, desktop image, etc.); organizing the information on your computer; using Windows security software to run a virus scan and much more!This program is funded by the Paul and Johanna Laszig Fund

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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

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 welcome.Preference may be given to Ridgefield Residents as space is limited.Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Rosen Movement with Betty Ross

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

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 loosen the diaphragm.Betty Ross has been studying the body for more than 20 years. She is a licensed massage therapist, a Rosen Bodywork Practitioner, a Rosen Movement Teacher, a Core Energetics Practitioner and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.This class will be offered on second and fourth Thursdays at 1:00. You will need to register individually for each class you would like to attend. Please register below.

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Founders Hall Book Discussion

The book selection for this month is The Island of Missing Trees by Elif ShafakSet in 1970s Cyprus and present-day London, The Island of Missing Trees is a beautiful and captivating novel about love and loss, identity and displacement, devastation and renewal.The Founde......More

The book selection for this month is The Island of Missing Trees by Elif ShafakSet in 1970s Cyprus and present-day London, The Island of Missing Trees is a beautiful and captivating novel about love and loss, identity and displacement, devastation and renewal.The Founders Hall Book Group meets on the second Thursday of the month (except December) at 3:00 pm. This Book Group is open to Founders Hall members only. For more information about Founders Hall, click here. This book discussion is led by Andy Forsyth, the Ridgefield Library’s Assistant Director.

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Volunteer: Blankets for ROAR

Come earn volunteer hours and do something good for the community! We'll be making tie-edge blankets, which will be given to ROAR for cats and dogs in the shelter. The blankets will go home with them when they are adopted!To hear about more of our programs and events, s......More

Come earn volunteer hours and do something good for the community! We'll be making tie-edge blankets, which will be given to ROAR for cats and dogs in the shelter. The blankets will go home with them when they are adopted!To hear about more of our programs and events, sign up for our monthly Teen Newsletter.

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Lunar New Year

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to celebrate the Lunar New Year through stories, crafts and snacks! Welcome in 2026 - the year of the Fire Horse- at the Library. Registration is required and opens on January 12, 2026.Programs like this are made possible in part by th......More

Students in Grades K-2 are invited to celebrate the Lunar New Year through stories, crafts and snacks! Welcome in 2026 - the year of the Fire Horse- at the Library. Registration is required and opens on January 12, 2026.Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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Introduction to the World of Cheese

Discover the world of cheese in this engaging introduction to cheese basics. From a brief history of how cheese came to be, to understanding different styles and flavors, this class will guide you through the essentials—ending with practical tips on how to build a beaut......More

Discover the world of cheese in this engaging introduction to cheese basics. From a brief history of how cheese came to be, to understanding different styles and flavors, this class will guide you through the essentials—ending with practical tips on how to build a beautiful, well-balanced cheese platter.Maribeth Coons has spent her career deep in the world of cheese—from importing and distribution to managing a brewery and running what was once considered the busiest cheese counter in the country. After years of hands-on experience sourcing, selling, and talking cheese with thousands of customers, she’s come full circle back at 109, continuing to share her passion and knowledge. Maribeth loves teaching the public in a way that’s approachable, informative, and never intimidating, helping people feel more confident (and excited) about enjoying great cheese.Space is limited. Please register below.

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Air Dry Clay Heart Trinket Dish

Join us for a workshop to learn how to create your very own air dry clay heart trinket dish. All materials will be provided. This program is funded by the Lewis Fund and the Friends of the Ridgefield Library

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Chiaroscuro Effect on Black Paper: Colored Pencil Drawing

"CHIAROSCURO Effect on Black Paper" - Colored Pencil DrawingThe term "chiaroscuro" is a combination of ‘chiaro’ and ‘scuro’ – the Italian words for dark and light. It is a centuries-old technique that renders art much more dramatic and atmospheric, establishing a rich a......More

"CHIAROSCURO Effect on Black Paper" - Colored Pencil DrawingThe term "chiaroscuro" is a combination of ‘chiaro’ and ‘scuro’ – the Italian words for dark and light. It is a centuries-old technique that renders art much more dramatic and atmospheric, establishing a rich and evocative mood. The high contrast between the heavy shadows and intensely lit elements creates a sense of depth and three-dimensional volume. Renaissance artists Caravaggio, da Vinci, and Rembrandt are some of the best-known artists who regularly applied it in their paintings. In this course, students will be guided through the process of creating this effect in their own chosen compositions.Please register for the first class only, on January 23, and you'll be considered signed up for all six. The dates are: Jan 23 and 30; Feb 6, 13, 20 and 27.

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Big Picture

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

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 supported by the generous donations of our patrons.

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Games on Tap

Join us for our 21+ adults-only tabletop gaming experience. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages provided as well as a ticket for one beer or glass of wine included. Tabletop games mean anything from card games to dice games, board games to strategy games. You are welcome......More

Join us for our 21+ adults-only tabletop gaming experience. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages provided as well as a ticket for one beer or glass of wine included. Tabletop games mean anything from card games to dice games, board games to strategy games. You are welcome to bring a game and play, learn a new game, borrow a game from our collection to take home, or just observe! If you have a specific game that you are interested in teaching, please let us know in the registration notes so we can put a table aside for you. Larger groups of 6 or more can also email to request a table be set aside. All attendees must be 21 or older. Registration is recommended.

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RBR-The Shutterbug Photographers

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all  levels, who use many different kinds of cameras. We meet at the library on second Saturdays at 9:00 am to discuss our craft or take a field trip. All are welcome. Please email ridgefields......More

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all  levels, who use many different kinds of cameras. We meet at the library on second Saturdays at 9:00 am to discuss our craft or take a field trip. All are welcome. Please email [email protected] for more information.Disclaimer(s)AccessibilityThe 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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Secret Stacks Book Sale

The Friends of the Ridgefield Library invite you to stop by the Friends Sorting Room on the Lower Level of the Library for their monthly Secret Stacks Book Sale, held on the second Saturday of the month.Sorting Room open from 9am to 5pmItems for all ages and interests –......More

The Friends of the Ridgefield Library invite you to stop by the Friends Sorting Room on the Lower Level of the Library for their monthly Secret Stacks Book Sale, held on the second Saturday of the month.Sorting Room open from 9am to 5pmItems for all ages and interests – fiction, mysteries, trade paperbacks, children’s books and more!Cash or charge accepted (charges over $10)The Friends of the Ridgefield Library accept book donations! Leave your donated books on the cart(s) outside the Friends Sorting Room on the lower level of the Library during regular open hours. Please do not leave donations in the Library Lobby or anywhere outside the building.

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Read to ROAR

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. Please bring a favorite book to read or pick one out in the library before your sessi......More

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. Please bring a favorite book to read or pick one out in the library before your session. Registration is required and opens a month prior.Your spot may be given to a child on the waitlist if you do not arrive and check-in by 11:45am.Due to high demand, Ridgefield residents may be given preference for this program. Please let us know if you are unable to attend this program so we may offer your spot to another patron. Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.

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POSTPONED: Chess Club

Join Coaches Dan and Elina 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.

472 Main Street, Ridgefield , CT, 06877, US