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Take our Community Survey and Tell Us What You Think
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 As we get ready to move into our new building, we are developing a new Strategic Plan which will help us to better define our role in the community and pinpoint those programs, resources and services which are most important to our users.
at the Library or from your own computer (hard copies are also available at the Library). The survey will be open through January 31st. Thanks for your input!
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Raising Financially Responsible Children
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Thursday, January 10, 7:00 PM
Library Program Room
Seminar: Raising Financially Responsible Children
Griffin Burnett, an agent from New York Life, will present a free seminar. During the educational, family-oriented event he will discuss the importance of educating parents and their children on financial responsibility and share some helpful tips on ways to teach children about money. No registration.
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ARTalk: Inspired by Georgia O'Keefe
|  Sunday, January 13, 2:00 PM
Library Program Room
Inspired by Georgia O'Keefe: Working in Pastel
Award-winning pastel artist Gregory Maichack will offer an inspiring pastels workshop focusing on the work of Georgia O'Keefe. Maichack is an established pastel artist who is on the faculty of several schools and colleges in Massachussetts. This workshop will focus on the richly colored and organic forms of Georgia O'Keefe.
Registration is required for this workshop. All materials will be provided, and there will be a modest $5.00 artist supplies fee, which will be collected at the door. There is a maximum of 25 participants, so please register quickly. More information and registration. |
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Nonfictioneers Discuss James Madison
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Tuesday, January 8, 7:15 PM
Library Program Room
Please note date change this month due to the New Year's holiday.
The Nonfictioneers Book Discussion Group
This month: James Madison by Garry Willis and Arthur Schlesinger
Click here for more information about this and upcoming discussion selections.
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Shutterbugs Gather Saturday
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Saturday, January 12, 9:30 AM
Meet in the Parking Lot
The Shutterbugs
The Ridgefield Library's photography group meets monthly to discuss their craft and/or head out on their many field trips. They will meet in the parking lot at 21 Governor Street to then go out on field trips. 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.
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Special Children's Program This Week
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 Saturday, January 12, 11:00 AM, Park & Rec Center
Lynn Lewis and Friends Concert
Lynn will bring a special surprise guest to the Ridgefield Rec. Center. Bring your cameras for this special concert for ages 5 and under. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration.
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Children's Programs
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Winter storytimes and after school activities start this week. Some programs required pre-registration. Check the full calendar for details.
Please Note: Mother Goose on Tuesdays has returned to the Library but now requires registration.
Monday 10:30 AM, Library Program Room
Drop-In Storytime
Children ages 3 and up are invited for stories, songs and a short book-based film. No registration.Tuesday 4:00 PM, Library Program Room
YA Critics
People in grades 6 to 8 are invited to come to YA Critics on alternating Tuesday afternoons. We talk about whatever books we've been reading lately, whether or not we'd recommend them, and we enjoy some snacks while we talk. Fantasy, mystery, historical fiction, non-fiction, adventure, Science Fiction, all genres are welcome! No registration.
Tuesday 6:00 PM, Library Program Room
Scrabble
Play with a tournament experienced teacher. For children in grades 4 - 8. No registration.
Wednesday 2:00 PM, Library Program Room
Storytime for Threes and Fours
Children ages 3 and 4 are invited for stories, songs and a short book-based film. No registration.
Thursday 2:00 PM Library Program Room
Music Class with Robert the Guitar Guy
Robert the Guitar Guy will lead a music class for children ages 3 and 4. No registration.
Friday 11:00 AM, Library Program Room
Friday Flicks
Movies based on favorite children's books for ages 2 and older. No registration. Saturday 10:30 AM, Library Program Room Drop-In Storytime Children ages 3 and up are invited for stories, songs and a craft. No registration.
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2012-2013 Annual Appeal Continues
|  Thanks to the many individuals and families who contributed to the 2012-2013 Annual Appeal during the past month. It's not too late to add your name to the list of generous donors who make everything we do possible. Click here to find out how you can be part of our family of supporters who know that "It's what's inside that counts."
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