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Program Notes
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Thursday's presentation on FAFSA and the Financial Aid Application Process with Laurie Schaffler has been cancelled. We will try to re-schedule for another date.
Watch our website, Facebook, Twitter, email and the media for news of Library closings and program cancellations. Please remember that the Library does not automatically follow the lead of the schools or town hall when making closing decisions.
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AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
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 Volunteers from the AARP will offer free help with income tax filing for low- and moderate-income taxpayers, especially those 60 and older.Tax-Aide sessions will be held at the Ridgefield Library on Thursday mornings from February 5th through April 9th BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Tax-Aide is not a Library program. For appointment or information please call 203-438-4288.
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Grant Workshop for Non-Profits
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Friday, February 6, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Main Program Room
Grants - How To Get Them and Then What Foundation and grant consultant and instructor Judith Margolin explores the ins and outs of grant seeking, providing some very specific advice about how to be successful at securing outside funding from foundations and corporations. Topics covered include: the various types of grants, what kinds of grants in which dollar amounts work best for different types of funders, and alternatives to cash grants. How to determine where grants fit in your overall funding scheme, and what to do when you actually receive a grant to ensure you are well positioned for the next grant are also addressed. This program is aimed at nonprofit organizations, their staff, board members and volunteers. Refreshments will be served. This program is free - please register. Snow Date Feb 13.
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Book Discussions this Week
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No registration required for Library book discussions. New readers always welcome!
Tuesday, February 3, 7:00 PM
Dayton Program Room The Nonfictioneers
The President's Club: Inside the World's Most Exclusive Fraternity by Nancy Gibbs / Michael Duffy (February 3rd chapters 1 to 15, March 3rd chapters 16 to end) More about this and upcoming Nonfictioneers selections.
Thursday, February 5, 1:00 PM
Dayton Program Room
Murder by the Book
Evil for Evil: A Billy Boyle Mystery by James R. Benn
More about this and upcoming Murder by the Book selections.
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Workshops for Writers
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Tuesday, February 3, 7:00 PM
Main Program Room
The Writers Guild of Ridgefield
OUR MISSION is to offer writers in Fairfield and Westchester County a support forum that includes a general critique of works-in-progress, and the exchange of information and ideas on topics about writing. Established more than a decade ago, the Ridgefield Writers Guild is a time-honored organization of writers whose genres span literary fiction, essay, short and flash fiction, memoir, young adult, children's books and poetry. Email Linda Merlino at lindamerlino@sbcglobal.net or call 203-240-2243 for more information.
Saturday, February 7, 1:00 PM
Randolph Room
Memoir Writing Group
Monthly session will include advice from other writers, a prompt with writing time, critique and sharing. No registration. Please contact Eileen O'Halloran, eohalloran509@gmail.com orĀ 914-441-8092 for more information.
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Tech Topics: 3D Modelling Using Blender
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Saturday, February 7, 10:00 AM
Donofrio Family Technology Center
Introduction to 3D Modelling Using Blender
A hands-on 3D Design Workshop. The class is led by Chris Iorillo. This program is aimed at teens and adults. Anyone under 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Please register as space is limited.
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Hour of Code Celebration
|  Saturday, February 7, 1:00 PM Main Program Room Panel Discussion: The Real Face of IT
A panel of dynamic and smart women will highlight some of the very diverse jobs available in the Information Technology field and they will also talk more personally about the specific paths they took to get where they are today. Registration is recommended but drop-ins welcome.
Saturday, February 7, 4:00-6:30 PM
Kids Tech Time - Hour of Code Celebration
Throughout the Library
Kids grade K-8 come celebrate Ridgefield Codes! Use our Bee-bots, our iPads, our magnatiles and more! Check out Robotics, Computer Aided Design (CAD), 3D Pritning and more. Bring your imagination with you!!! The fun celebration of technology continues. Raffle tickets for cool STEAM (Science Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) prizes will be given to any child who attends the program and who takes part in any of the activities going on around the building that day. Children can also earn raffle tickets by continuing to code and log their work at ridgefieldcodes.org through February 5. Raffle drawing at 6 PM. Registration is recommended but drop-ins also welcome. Sponsored by the Library, the Ridgefield Public Schools and the Ridgefield Education Foundation. Also made possible by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library and the Donofrio Family |
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New Photography Exhibit Opens
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Sunday, February 8, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Lower Level Gallery
Artists' Reception for Exhibition: Enchanted Views - Photographs by Keisha Luzzi-Paul and Carrie Brady.
Learn more about the artists and their work. The exhibition runs through February 28.
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Take Your Child to the Library Day Special Program
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 Saturday, February 7, 11:30 AM Main Program Room
Just So Stories Puppet Performance
Celebrate "Take Your Child to the Library" day by joining us for a puppet performance of Rudyard Kipling's "Just So Stories." This performance by Robert Rogers Puppet Company is for families with children ages 4 and older. No registration.
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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, 4:30 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Mindfulness Yoga for Kids Children in grades 3 - 5 are invited to drop in to relax and learn the technique of mindfulness yoga. Please bring a towel or mat.
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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Monday, February 2, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Ellis Family Teen Center
Teen Crafternoon
People in middle school and high school are invited to drop in and get crafty.
This month: Pokemon origami.
Tuesday, February 3, 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 3D Modelling and The Real Face of IT
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