Watch the movie then share the book! Book based movies for ages 2 and up but all ages are welcome. No registration A2 A3 A4 A5 A6
Stories, songs and rhymes for children of all ages. Parent or caregivers are encouraged to participate alongside their child. No Registration. A2 A3 A4 A5
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Mother Goose is a language enrichment program for "walkers" ages 1 and 2 years with a caregiver. Language enrichment activities include finger plays, music, movement and books of course! No registration. A1 A2
Learn Scrabble skills to help you play a more competitive game. For children in grades 3-12. No registration A8 A9 A10
Sing, stomp, dance, listen, bounce, and play! Join Ms. Kristina for an active storytime geared towards childrens ages 2-5 (though all ages are welcome!) No Registration. A1 A2 A3 A4 A5
The Library is pleased to host free, monthly blood pressure screenings conducted by the Ridgefield VNA. Screening will be available on a drop-in basis on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Look for the sign-in table in the Main Lobby, and take care of this important task while running your Library errands.
Fingerplays and songs for newborns through age 12 months with a caregiver. Parents of infants are invited to network with each other. No registration. A1
Kids in grades 3-5 drop in to make complete a cool STEAM project they may take home. No registration. A8, A9 A10
Watch the movie then share the book! Book based movies for ages 2 and up but all ages are welcome. No registration A2 A3 A4 A5 A6
Stories, songs and rhymes for children of all ages. Parent or caregivers are encouraged to participate alongside their child. No Registration. A2 A3 A4 A5
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Children ages 3, 4 & 5 enjoy stories, rhymes and movement activities. Adults are welcome to attend but independent children may attend alone while the adults remain in the children's library. A short film depiciting a favorite picture book will be shown. No registration. A3 A4 A5
Families are invited to play games from the library's collection of board games for ages 4 & up. No registration. A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10
Many new babysitters face fears when it comes time to begin babysitting. Will I know how to play with the children? What happens if they get hurt? How do I change a diaper?
This four hour class is designed to prepare teens to feel confident when accepting a babysitting job. It covers topics such as interviewing tips, getting paid, how children play, ages and stages, communicating with children, basic care, changing diapers, and handling emergencies. At the completion of the course, participants will take a brief quiz and certificates of completion will be distributed.
Instructor Amanda Tucker is a Kindergarten teacher and is certified in Early Childhood Education, General Education, Special Education, and holds a Master's Degree in Literacy.
Kids ages 10-18 are welcome to register for this four hour course. Since the program will occur over lunchtime participants are asked to bring a brown-bag lunch, a pencil, and notebook.
Audubon and Friends: Birds of America from the collection of Joel Third. PVA
Educated, A Memoir by Tara Westover
The Nonfictioneers meet on the first Tuesday of the month to discuss classic and contemporary non-fiction titles.
Click here for more information and to see the upcoming discussion selections.
New members are always welcome.
Local yoga teachers will lead Chair Yoga sessions on the first and third Wednesday of the month from 1 - 2 PM.
This program is part of the Noreen L. Papa: Mothers Live Your Life series.
Please register.
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Murder by the Book takes place on the first Thursday of the month - January through November.
Click here for upcoming Murder by the Book selections and to check our catalog.
Collector's talk from 2-3 pm in the Main Program Room followed by a reception from 3 - 5 pm in the Gallery on the Lower Level. PVA
Join us for our monthly chat about our favorite books. Members of our staff will share of their personal recommendations and then we hope you'll share your memorable reads. Beverages and snacks will be provided.L
Registration is not required.
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Join us for a one hour Mindfulness and Meditation class. Classes take place on the second and fourth Monday of the month (unless there is a holiday).
Meditation offers countless benefits, including improved emotional regulation, focus, resilience, compassion, and mental and physical health. We are pleased to host the Community Mindfulness Project: a local, secular meditation group dedicated to the study and practice of mindfulness meditation for people of all religious backgrounds. CMP’s teachings draw from a variety of meditation traditions, and in addition to regular, dedicated practice the group supports new and veteran practitioners with discussion and peer-to-peer learning.
This program is made possible thanks to donors to the Library's Noreen L. Papa - Mothers: Live Your Life fund.
Registration is recommended for each class. HF
Varina, Charles Frazier--- “Varina Howell Davis (1826-1906), wife and widow of Confederate president Jefferson Davis, is an inspired choice as heroine for Frazier's riveting fourth novel... Frazier's interjection of historical detail is richly informative, and his descriptions of the natural world of the South are lyrical. Publisher’s Weekly”
Join us for a monthly book discussion at Founders Hall.
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The Ridgefield Library's photography group the Shutterbugs meets on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft and/or head out on their many field trips. They usually meet at the Library parking lot at 9 AM. If the weather is bad they may meet to discuss their work at the Library.
New members are always welcome. Please contact Mary Harold at 438-7350 or email ridgefieldshutterbugs@yahoo.com if you are interested in joining the group and to find out the location of the field trips.
KING LEAR: NATIONAL THEATRE OF LONDON IN HD
SUN. SEP 15, 2019 12:00PM
https://ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/king-lear-national-theatre-of-london-in-hd/
Members & Seniors $20 | Students $15
Ridgefield Library cardholders receive member prices for this show.
AAA members receive a 20% discount!
FREE tickets for students 18 & under! Must show ID at the box office.
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The Critics' Circle meets the third Tuesday of the month. New readers are always welcome!
Click here for more information about upcoming Critics' Circle selections and to check our catalog.
Or click the link below to find general information about the group.
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Registration is not required.
Local yoga teachers will lead Chair Yoga sessions on the first and third Wednesday of the month from 1 - 2 PM.
This program is part of the Noreen L. Papa: Mothers Live Your Life series.
Please register.
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Join the Fairfield County Writers Group (fairfieldcountywriters.org) on the third Saturday of the month for a monthly write-in, a three-hour productive working session where we can gather together and feed off each other's focused energies to work on our individual projects (and escape the responsibilities and chaos of our home lives for a few hours each month to get writing done).
The FCWG is comprised of authors from across the spectrum of career paths, some are just starting out while others have published and self-published completed works. We know that everyone has to start somewhere and welcome anyone who is serious about working on their writing. There is no cost for attending our writing sessions, nor are there dues for membership. Please visit our website for our events calendar and links to our Discord and Facebook groups.
Please come prepared to work quietly on your project. WiFi and power outlets are available thanks to the Ridgefield Library. Library patrons of all ages and experience levels are welcome.
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Join us for a one hour Mindfulness and Meditation class. Classes take place on the second and fourth Monday of the month (unless there is a holiday).
Meditation offers countless benefits, including improved emotional regulation, focus, resilience, compassion, and mental and physical health. We are pleased to host the Community Mindfulness Project: a local, secular meditation group dedicated to the study and practice of mindfulness meditation for people of all religious backgrounds. CMP’s teachings draw from a variety of meditation traditions, and in addition to regular, dedicated practice the group supports new and veteran practitioners with discussion and peer-to-peer learning.
This program is made possible thanks to donors to the Library's Noreen L. Papa - Mothers: Live Your Life fund.
Registration is recommended for each class. HF
The AM Book Group meets the fourth Wednesday of the month (except December)
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Kyle Carey performs a unique fusion of Appalachian and Celtic music she likes to call ‘Gaelic Americana’. Having learned Scottish Gaelic to the point of fluency–Kyle’s music is an expression and exploration of the deep connection between Appalachia’s Celtic roots. Many critics have likened her to being a mix of Loreena McKennitt and Alison Krauss.
Kyle has released two full-length albums, and her third The Art of Forgetting (which was recorded in Louisiana and produced by Dirk Powell) features folks like Rhiannon Giddens, John McCusker and Mike McGoldrick. The album was released last January on the World Music Network’s Riverboat Records out of London–who through Redeye in the US–charted at #9 on Billboard’s Heatseeker’s Northeast Chart. In December, PopMatters named the album one of the ’20 Best Folk Albums of 2018’
Ridgefield Folk concerts are free thanks to the Friends of the Ridgefield Library. The doors open at 1:30 PM and the shows start at 2 PM.
Please register.
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