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New Law Through Film Series Debuts
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 Monday, January 26, 7:00 PM
Main Program Room
Law Through Film Series - Submit L&L Transmedia and the Library will present the seventh annual "Law Through Film Series" this winter. The focus this year of the LTF Series examines how technology forces changes in the law. After a film screening local attorneys and other members of the legal community will lead discussions about issues that the films raise. Submit is an award-winning documentary that focuses on cyber-bullying and the effects on our youth, families and society at large. (56 Minutes, Unrated). Registration is recommended.
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Skillsbox: Using Videos and YouTube
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Wednesday, January 28, 7:30 AM
Main Program Room
Creating Your Own Videos and How YouTube Can Boost Your Business
Steven Goethner is the owner of SoftKare and an independent Macintosh consultant. He been teaching, troubleshooting, networking and offering database development since 1986. In this fun, fact-filled workshop Steve will explain the benefits of using video to enhance your business. During the workshop he will shoot a one minute video on a workshop attendee as part of his presentation. He will explain what kind of equipment and software to use. He'll also explain how to upload the video to YouTube, your website and other online places.
This program is part of the Skillsbox: Tools for Business Success series presented by Ridgefield Library, Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce and SCORE. Breakfast is provided. Please register. Note: Snow date is Thursday, January 29.
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Becoming a Recruited College Student-Athlete
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Thursday, January 29, 7:00 PM
Main Program Room
How to Become a Recruited College Student-Athlete with Harry Rosenholtz
Interested in playing a sport in college? Interested in learning about the significant advantage that recruited student-athletes have getting admitted to elite schools? Interested in finding out how best to communicate to prospective coaches? Former Division I coach, Harry Rosenholtz (Yale & Quinnipiac), a Ridgefield resident, will be at the Library to discuss these and other issues including the accelerated recruiting landscape and new NCAA rules. Coach Rosenholtz has presented throughout North America and Europe and he will answer all your questions about the recruiting process. There will also be plenty of time for Q and A. Please register.
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Tech Topics: Online Test Preparation and 3D Printing Orientation
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Wednesday, January 28, 1:00 PM
Donofrio Family Technology Center
3D Printing Orientation
Are you interested in printing your own 3D design on the Library's Makerbot? We are now ready to offer use of our 3D printer to Ridgefield Library cardholders. Before reserving printer time (available in two-hour blocks), we require attendance at a 90-minute orientation session to go over how to format a design to be print ready, how to operate the Makerbot, and for an overview of our usage policies. Patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Space is limited so registration is required. Once you've attended a training session, you can reserve time to use the Makerbot by calling Head of Adult Services Dorothy Pawlowski at 203-438-2282 x1003.
 Wednesday, January 28, 3:30 PM
Donofrio Family Technology Center Online Test Preparation Resources LearningExpress Library provides comprehensive test preparation (including PSAT, SAT and AP test prep), academic skills improvement resources, and career guidance for elementary students to adult learners. Each of the Library's Learning Centers offers the practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, eBooks, and information you need to achieve the results you want-at school, at work, or in life. Come learn how to get started and use this valuable resource.
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Book Discussions this Week
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No registration required for Library book discussions. New readers always welcome!
Wednesday, January 28, 10:00 AM
Dayton Program Room A.M. Book Group
The Pursuit of Love by Nancy Mitford More about this and upcoming AM Book Group selections.
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AARP Fraud Watch Presentation Re-Scheduled
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Saturday, January 31, 10:00 AM Re-scheduled from last Saturday
Main Program Room
AARP Fraud Watch Network Presents: "The Con Artist Playbook"
A speaker from the AARP's Fraud Watch Network program will discuss the issue of fraud and how you can avoid becoming victim. A very sobering thought is that every 3 seconds, another person is a victim of fraud. AARP has dedicated a number of resources to help educate and inform members of the public about how to protect themselves from becoming prey to con artists both online and off. Please register.
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Keep On Coding, Ridgefield!
|  Computer Science Education Week is over, but we are still coding! Have you done your Hour of Code yet? Click here or go to ridgefieldcodes.org to get started and learn how to log your work through January to earn prizes and raffle tickets. Save the date of February 7th for a grand celebration of the end of this Ridgefield Codes initiative, with tech demonstrations, hands-on opportunities, a career panel, prizes and awards. |
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Sign Up Now for Reading Is a Family Affair
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Reading is a Family Affair
Children in Grades 3 through 5 and their parents are invited to our next intergenerational book discussion, complete with pizza dinner. Interested families should come in to the Lodewick Children's Library now to register and pick up their free copy of Starry River of the Sky by Grace Lin. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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More Children's Activities
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Wednesday, January 28, 4:30 PM Kellen Family Children's Program Room Harry Potter Book Club
Calling all Muggles in grades 4- 6! Join us for our next Harry Potter Book Club! This winter we are reading and discussing Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Registration required.
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Weekly Drop-In Children's Programs
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Monday, 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.
Tuesday, 9:30 and 11:00 AM 
Leir Children's Program Room
Mother Goose
Language enrichment program for infants through age 2 and a caregiver, including finger plays, music and movement.
Tuesday, 5:30 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Scrabble
Play Scrabble with a tournament experienced teacher. For children in grades 4 - 8.
Wednesday, 10:00 AM
Leir Children's Program Room
Nature Explorers
Children ages 3 - 5 are invited to explore nature through books, songs and interactive activities.
Wednesday, 2:00 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Music & Movement
Music and Movement with Nancy Hershatter for children ages 2, 3, 4 & 5 accompanied by an adult.
Thursday, 11:15 AM
Leir Children's Program Room
Baby & Me
Adults with infants ages birth - 12 months are invited to this lapsit program including songs and fingerplays. A first introduction to the library and a great way to make new friends.
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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Teen Time
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Tuesday, January 27, 4:30 PM
Kellen Family Children's Program Room
Middle School Critics
People in middle school are invited to come talk about whatever books they've been reading lately, while enjoying a snack.
Middle School Critics is not a traditional book club where we all read one book and talk about it. Instead, we share share whatever books we've read recently and discuss whether or not we'd recommend them. No registration.
Tuesday, January 27, 5:30 PM
Leir Children's Program Room Scrabble Play Scrabble with an experienced tournament instructor. Learn the secrets to winning this wonderful game! For children in grades 4 - 8. No registration. Check out the listings above for programs on Online Test Preparation Resources and How To Become a Recruited College Student Athlete.
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