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Great Expectations Gala April 25th
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You're invited to an evening event to benefit the Library and honor Nick and Anita Donofrio as the 2015 winners of the Hope H. Swenson Visionary Award. Get more information and purchase tickets at www.ridgefieldlibrary.org
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Ridgefield Folk Welcomes Claudia Russell
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 Sunday, April 19, 2:00 PM Main Program Room
Ridgefield Folk with Claudia Russell
Claudia Russell is an outstanding singer and songwriter who has shared stages with Dave Carter and Tracy Grammer, Loudon Wainwright III, Steve Forbert, Tish Hinojosa, Kris Kristoffersen, Willie Nelson, Darryl Purpose, Peter Rowan, Rosalie Sorrels and Bill Staines, among many others. She will be accompanied by Bruce Kaplan on mandolin, guitar and vocals. Boston's WUMB FM named Claudia the Best New Artist of 2000, the East Bay Express named her Best Musician in 2006, and she has twice been selected as a finalist in the Kerrville New Folk songwriting competition. Claudia was a 2004 finalist in the Sisters Folk Festival Songwriters contest in Bend Oregon and the 2002 KRCL Songwriting contest in Salt Lake City.
Ridgefield Folk is made possible thanks to the Friends of the Ridgefield Library. Free tickets can be picked up from the door on the day of the show starting at 1:00 PM. Doors open at 1:30 PM, and the shows start at 2:00 PM.
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Book Discussions this Week
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Dayton Program Room
Books & Breakfast
Join us for our monthly chat about our favorite books. Members of our staff will share of their personal recommendations and then we hope you'll share your memorable reads. Beverages and snacks will be provided. Registration is not required.
Friday, April 17, 1:00 PM
Dayton Program Room
Poetry Discussion Group
Join us for our monthly discussion, led by retired English professor Dr. Alan Holder. This month's poet: William Carlos William. No registration. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. |
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Tech Topics: Instagram
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Thursday, April 16, 12:00 noon
Donofrio Family technology Center
What Is Instagram?
Teen Services Librarian Geri Diorio will present a program for all ages on What is Instagram? You will need a smart phone or a tablet to get the most from this popular app. Please register.
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Just in Time for Spring Cleaning!
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Vote this Month for your Favorite Nutmeg Nominee
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 The Nutmeg Book Awards are Connecticut's premiere recognition for outstanding children's literature, voted on by young readers across the state. Each year, children read quality literature and choose their favorite from a list of ten nominated titles in four categories. All votes must be in by Thursday, April 30th. You can only vote once! If you choose to cast your vote at the Ridgefield Library, please use our online voting form available on our website. |
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School SCRABBLE Championship
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 Saturday, April 18th, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Main Program Room
New England School SCRABBLE Championship SCRABBLE enthusiasts in third through 12th grade are invited to play. Participants will compete in championship, intermediate or novice divisions. Five 50-minute games will be played. Registration deadline is April 13th. Cost is $10 per person. Pick up a form at the Library or print one here.
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Special Programs for Children and Families
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Tuesday, April 14, 11:00 AM
Main Program Room
Drumming about You!
Drumming is all about you when you attend this interactive dynamic drumming experience with Bob Bloom for families with children of all ages. No registration.
Thursday, April 16, 10:30 AM -12 noon
Leir Children's Program Room
Preschool Drop-in Spring Crafts
Preschoolers (ages 3 - 5) are invited to drop in to make spring crafts. Adults are encouraged to assist children. Crafts will take approx. 30 minutes to complete. No registration.
Thursday, April 16, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Preschool Drop-in Spring Crafts
Preschoolers (ages 3 - 5) are invited to drop in to make spring crafts. Adults are encouraged to assist children. Crafts will take approx. 30 minutes to complete. No registration.
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Weekly Drop-In Children's Programs
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Please Note: No Scrabble this week.
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, 10:15 and 11:30 AM
Please note new times.
Leir Children's Program Room
Mother Goose
Language enrichment program for infants through age 2 and a caregiver, including finger plays, music and movement.
Wednesday, 2:00 PM Leir Children's Program Room
Rhyme Time
Children ages 3 - 5 are invited for stories, songs, movement activities and a short book based movie. Adults are welcome to attend.
Friday, 11:30 AM Please note new time. 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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