You can support these and other Library services with a tax-deductible donation to the Library's Annual Appeal.  You can mail your check or  

give online today. 

Souvenir bricks from the old Library building are now available for $10 each. Purchase yours today  online or at the Circulation Desk.

Saturday, July 20, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Downtown Ridgefield
Summerfest 2013
It's time for the annual street fair on Main Street and environs presented by the Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce.  Come on down for shopping, crafts, food, entertainment and more.

And look for the Library's entry in the Chairish Ridgefield contest and auction!

Ridgefield Library regulars will know the work of author/illustrator Jamison Odone from our "designer" library card, numerous guest appearances at storytimes, the children's pages on our website and Summer Reading graphics from several years back.

Jamie invites all his Ridgefield friends to visit his new exhibit at the Mercurial Gallery at 11 Library Place in Danbury, running from July 13th through August 16th, with a special opening reception Saturday, July 20th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.  Learn more.

Thursday, July 18, 7:00 PM
Library Program Room

Tuesday, July 16, 7:15 PM
Library Program Room
Critics' Circle Book Group
Manon Lescaut by Abbe Prevost
Learn more about this and upcoming Critics' Circle selections.  No registration.

Wednesday, July 17, 6:30 PM Please note earlier start time.
Library Program Room

Thursday, July 18, 7:00 PM
Main Library

Throughout the month of July, twenty-five Ridgefield businesses, including the Ridgefield Library, are hiding that world traveler Waldo, and Ridgefield children are invited to seek him out all over town.

Children can get a Find Waldo Passport at the first place they spot Waldo, then find him in other stores, and collect stamps from all the businesses where Waldo is hiding. Books on the Common will give prizes to players who find at least 10 different Waldos, and the bookstore will hold a Waldo Party on Wednesday July 31.

Tuesday, July 16, 12:00 noon
Library Program Room
Nutmeg Nibblers
Kids going into grades 4, 5, 6 read and discuss the 2013 Nutmeg Nominee books. This week's title:the Fingertips of Duncan Dorfman by Meg Wolitzer. Bring a lunch and eat while we chat!  Register online.

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.  

 

Monday 6:00 PM, Library Program Room

PJ Storytime 

Wear your PJs and hear stories about bedtime and see a short film.  Bedtime snacks will be served.  For children ages 3 and older.    

 

Tuesday 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM, Library Program Room

Mother Goose

Drop in for fingerplays, music, movement and a book!  For ages birth through age 2 years accompanied by an adult. No registration required during the summer months!   

 

Tuesday, 6:00 PM, Library Program Room

Scrabble

Play Scrabble with a tournament experienced teacher. For children in grades 4 - 8.  

    

Wednesday, 10:00 AM, Library Program Room

Tales and Treasures

Children going into grades kindergarten, first and second are invited to drop in for fun activities about the earth and its history.

Thursday, 10:00 AM, Library Program Room

Preschool Stories & Crafts 

Children ages 3, 4 & 5 are invited for special stories, crafts and songs.  Adults accompanying children may attend.   

 

Thursday, 4:30 PM, Library Program Room

Junior Critics
Children in grades 4 & 5 get together to share the books they've been reading.  Snacks are served.  No registration.  

  

Friday  11:00 AM, Library Program Room
Friday Flicks
Movies based on favorite children's books for ages 2 and older. 

Saturday 10:30 AM, Library Program Room

Drop-In Storytime

Children ages 3 and up are invited for stories and more.   

Week 4 Summer Reading raffle prize: iTunes gift card

Tuesday, July16, 3:30 PM
Dimitri's Restaurant
YA Critics
People going into grades 6 to 8 are invited to come talk about whatever books they've been reading lately, while snacking. We will meet at Dimitri's to eat and talk about books.  You must bring $5 - $10 to pay for your own food. No registration.

Tuesday, July 16, 6:00 PM
Library Program Room
Scrabble
Play scrabble with a tournament experienced teacher. For grades 4 - 8. No registration.

Wednesday, July 17, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Start at 21 Governor Street
Teen Scavenger Hunt
So you think you know Ridgefield? If you are going into grades 6 - 12, take part in our town scavenger hunt and prove it!  Registration required.

Thursday, July 18, 3:30 PM
Dimitri's
High School Critics
People going into grades 9 to 12 are invited to come talk about whatever books they've been reading lately, whatever movies they've watched lately, whatever games they've played lately, all while snacking. We will meet at Dimitri's to eat and talk.  You must bring $5 - $10 to pay for your own food. No registration.