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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.
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Library Goodies for Holiday Giving
|  We've got great gift ideas for all the readers on your shopping list! - Library logo tote bags - now just $15
- Library logo mouse pads - $2
- China coffee mugs - $5
- Designer library cards - $1 (5 great new designs available)
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Ridgefield Codes!
|  Have you done your Hour of Code yet? Click here or go to ridgefieldcodes.org to get started or here for a list of activities for all ages during Computer Science Education Week December 8-14. Programs include open lab time for coding, 3D design and printing, website development, intro to Alice animation software, STEAM gift showcase and more. Some programs require registration and some are drop-in. You may continue to log your coding next week and through January to earn prizes! |
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Teen Trivia Afternoon
|  Saturday, December 13, 2:00 - 3:30 PM Main Program Room
Teen Trivia Afternoon! Teens ages 13+ are invited to make your own team of 3-5 people or sign up to be placed on a team. Snacks, drinks, prizes! No charge to participate, thanks to our generous sponsors:
Alexander Isley, Inc.
Casey Fuel
Dimitri's Diner
The Garden of Ideas
Woody Harford
Boys and Girls Club of Ridgefield
Ridgefield Capital
Ridgefield Library Board of Directors
Simpaug Farm
Union Savings Bank
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Jack Sanders on "Ridgefield Chronicles"
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 Sunday, December 14, 2:00 PM
Main Program Room
Author Talk: Jack Sanders on Ridgefield Chronicles
Purchased from the Ramapoo Indians in 1708, Ridgefield welcomed immigrants to its bustling community from the start. The peaceful Connecticut town later served as a retreat for wealthy New Yorkers. With its long history and cast of local characters, Ridgefield has many fascinating stories to tell. In the early 1900s, Typhoid Mary was known to cook for a Ridgefield family. On Olmstead Lane, the landmark that most locals think is a broken fountain is actually a watering trough. For more than forty years, newspaper editor Jack Sanders has covered the captivating history of Ridgefield. In a uniquely selected collection of articles, the town's history comes to life with tales of Pulitzer Prize winners like Eugene O'Neill and disasters such as the 1905 train wreck. These and other glimpses of the past celebrate Ridgefield's rich history.
A Connecticut native and graduate of Holy Cross, Jack Sanders retired in 2014 after 45 years as an editor of the Ridgefield Press, a 140-year-old community newspaper. He's written a half dozen books of history and natural history, including Ridgefield 1900-1950 (Arcadia), The Secrets of Wildflowers (Lyons), and Hedgemaids and Fairy Candles (McGraw-Hill). He and his wife, Sally, also a newspaper editor, live in a 250-year old farmhouse in Ridgefield.
This program is presented by the Library and Books on the Common. Ridgefield Chronicles will be available for sale and signing at the event. Please register.
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Playwrights' Collective
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Wednesday, December 10, 7:00 PM
Main Program Room
Playwrights' Collective
The Ridgefield Theater Barn presents "The RTB Playwrights' Collective" at the Ridgefield Library! Free to attend and open to the public, the Playwrights' Collective welcomes any aspiring dramatist to join our cohort for collaboration, support and writerly companionship. For information, call 203-431-9850 or email info@ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org.
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Shutterbugs Meeting
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Saturday, December 13, 9:00 AM
Dayton Program Room
Shutterbugs
The Ridgefield Library's photography meets monthly to discuss their craft and/or head out on their many 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 and to find out the location of the field trips.
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History Alive Rehearsal Presentation
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Saturday, December 13, 10:00 AM
Main Program Room
History Alive Rehearsal Process Presentation
Have you ever sat in on what it takes to bring theater alive? Join us during rehearsals for upcoming presentations of Jack Arabus, and Phillis Wheatley: Boston's Black Poetess. Both History Alive characters are written by Stratford, CT playwright Steve Otfinoski, and directed by Ridgefield resident Steve Boockvor; performed by Rodney Moore and Denise Johnson, both professional actors and CT residents. This program is geared towards teens and adults with an interest in the theatrical process. To learn more about the History Alive teaching artist program visit www.historyaliveny.com. No registration.
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Weekly Drop-In Children's Programs
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Thursday, 10:00 AM
Leir Children's Program Room
Musical Storytime with Ann
Ann will lead preschoolers ages 2 - 4 in song and stories. Children are accompanied by an adult.
Friday, 11:00 AM
Leir Children's Program Room
Friday Flicks
Book-based movies for ages 2 and up.
Saturday, 10:30 AM
Leir Children's Program Room
Drop-In Storytime
Children ages 3 and up are invited for stories, songs and a short book-based film.
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