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2012-2013 State of the Library
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Garden Talk with Donna Katsuranis
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 Wednesday, March 19, 7:00 PM
Library Program Room
Growing Herbs and Kitchen Gardens with Master Gardener Donna Katsuranis
In this fun, informative evening, Donna Katsuranis will talk to us about growing some of our own consumables - be they herbs, veggies, or fruit - without being a slave to the garden. Donna Katsuranis is an Interfaith Minister and an Advanced Master Gardener who lectures and guides walks year-round on garden and nature-related subjects. During the warm season, she also coaches individual gardeners on how to bring their Garden ideas to life - be they Flower Beds, Lawns, Veggie gardens, Herb patches, Wildflower meadows, Trees or Shrubs. Please register as space is limited.
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Draw On! Panel Discussion on Environmental Arts
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 Thursday, March 20, 7:00 PM
Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum
Environmental Arts in Contemporary Culture
Discover the trend of eco-friendly art making and sustainable living, and how it is changing both the art world and everyday life, during a cross-disciplinary discussion among visual artist and naturalist Sarah Breznen, author Verlyn Klinkenborg, and solar energy and composting specialist Michael Smith.
In March 2014, The Aldrich celebrates Draw On! Goes Green with programming inspired by sustainability, recycling, and green art-making. This event is presented in collaboration with Books on the Common and The Ridgefield Library. More information about Draw On! and about this program.
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Portraits in Motion: Having Our Say
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 Sunday, March 23, 2:00 PM
Keeler Tavern Museum
Portraits in Motion: Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years
This performance from M&M Productions was adapted by Emily Mann from the book, Having Our Say, by Sarah L. Delany and A. Elizabeth Delany with Amy Hill Hearth, and is based on the extraordinary and long lives of the Delany sisters. The Delany sisters will be portrayed by actresses Donna D. James and Leslie Smithey. This program is presented in celebration of National Women's History Month and is co-sponsored by the Keeler Tavern Museum. Please register.
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Book Discussions this Week
| Tuesday, March 18, 7:15 PM
Library Program Room
Critics' Circle Book Group
Transatlantic by Colum McCann
See more about this and upcoming Critics' Circle selections.
Friday, March 21, 1:00 PM
Library Program Room
Poetry Discussion Group
Poems and Songs by Leonard Cohen Join us for a monthly discussion of a chosen poet led by retired English Professor, Dr. Alan Holder. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
No registration for Library book discussion groups. New readers always welcome.
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Writers Guild of Ridgefield
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Thursday, March 20, 7:00 PM
Main Library
Writers Guild of Ridgefield
Writers get together monthly to network and talk about their craft. New members always welcome. Email Lauren Salkin at lasalk@gmail.com for more information. No registration.
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New Items Added to the Wish List
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Recent additions to the Library Wish List include"Bigshot" Digital Camera Kits and "LeapPad Ultra" handheld tablet computers with multimedia educational software for youngsters. Choose from dozens of items at giving levels from $50 to $15,000. You can browse the entire list on our website.
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Take our Photo-a-Day Challenge
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During the month of March, for those who are teens, or those who are teens at heart, the Ridgefield Library is offering a Photo-A-Day Challenge. On the New Ridgefield Library's Facebook page, you'll find a bright green photo offering daily "prompts" - ideas to inspire you. Take a photo of your interpretation of the suggestion and share your photo using social media. You can use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Flickr, your own blog...the choice is up to you! But when you share your photo, please add the hashtag #ridgefieldlibpix so that the rest of us who are playing can follow along and see all the photos inspired by the prompt.
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Special Kids' Activities this Week
|  Tuesday, March 18, 4:30 PM
Library Program Room
Middle School Critics
People in grades 6 - 8 are invited to come talk about whatever books they have been reading lately. We will enjoy snacks while talking. No registration.Thursday, March 20, 4:30 PM
Library Program Room
Harry Potter Book Club
It's that time again! Calling all muggles in grades 4-6! Join us as we read and discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! Register on our webpage.
Saturday, March 22, 11:00 AM
Parks & Recreation Center
Les Julian Concert for Kids
Les Julian will delight children ages 8 and younger with original humorous songs. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration.
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Drop-in Programs for Children
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 Monday 10:30 AM, Library Program Room Drop-In StorytimeChildren ages 3 and up are invited for stories and more.
Tuesday 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM, Library Program Room
Mother Goose Language enrichment program for infants through age 2 with an adult including finger plays, music and movement. Tuesday, 6:00 PM, Library Program Room Scrabble Play Scrabble with a tournament experienced teacher. For children in grades 4 - 8. Wednesday, 2:00 PM, Library Program Room Preschool Stories & Crafts Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 are invited to drop in to hear stories and make a craft. Adults accompanying children are welcome to attend. 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. |
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