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Last Week of Summer Reading
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Summer Reading Programs for preschoolers, elementary students, teens and adults run through August 9th.
While the program officially ends this Sunday, you will still be able to access the online reading log until August 24th to enter your last books and to print out a list to take to school. We will also continue to give out prizes and take photos until then.
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Documentary Screening: Legends of the Knight
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Monday, August 3, 7:00 PM
Main Program Room
Film Screening: Legends of the Knight
Legends of the Knight is a documentary film that weaves together the uplifting true stories of individuals who have overcome devastating obstacles, unselfishly given to the community, and embraced their inner superhero because of their love of Batman.
This program is part of the Library's Every Hero Has a Story Summer Reading Program and is made possible thanks to the Friends of the Library. Registration is recommended.
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Chance Brown Exhibit Opens
|  Saturday, August 8, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
The Gallery on the Lower LEvel
Exhibit Opening Reception Outside the Box: Chance Browne Comic and Fine Art
Robert "Chance" Browne is an American comic strip artist and cartoonist, painter, and musician. Along with a selection of his comic art, Chance will exhibit a selection of his paintings, drawings and prints of his 3-D constructions. Browne's exhibition will be up from August 3 - August 28th and available for viewing during Library open hours.
Drawing the comics, as a rule, involves staying inside boxes. "Outside the Box" will include a selection of Browne's original "Hi and Lois" illustrations as well as his fine art. In addition to landscapes and portraits, Browne will show constructions made from found materials. The eldest son of the late cartoonist Dik Browne ("Hagar the Horrible," "Hi and Lois"), Chance grew up in Wilton, Connecticut. He attended The New York School of Visual Arts and studied painting at Park College in Missouri. He has served as president of the family's company, Browne Creative Enterprises Inc., since 1989, while illustrating "Hi and Lois" and editing material for "Hagar the Horrible." |
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Karkowska Sisters Concert
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Sunday, August 9, 2:00 PM
Main Program Room
60 Minutes Around the World with the Karkowska Sisters Duo
The program will take the audience on a breathtaking journey around the world with a healthy dose of humor. Virtuoso violinist Anna Karkowska and her concert pianist sister Kasha both graduated from the Julliard School of Music (NYC) and Chopin Academy (Warsaw, Poland) and have recorded for Polish National, Mexican and American Television and Radio (including PBS) and performed at the most prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall in New York and Gusman Center for Performing Arts in Miami. The sisters have toured both in North America and Europe meeting with standing ovations and rave reviews: "amazing...", "stunning...", "breathtaking...".
This program is part of the Library's Adult Summer Reading Program and is made possible thanks to the Friends of the Library. Please register.
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Tech Topics: Twitter, Chrome, 3D Printing
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Monday, August 3, 4:00 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 offering 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.
Wednesday, August 5, 10:00 AM
Donofrio Family Technology Center
How to Build your Business on Twitter in 14 Minutes a Day
In this hands-on, 60-minute presentation, Ridgefielder and social media expert Kate Fitzpatrick will walk you through the essentials of an optimized Twitter profile, offering tips and suggestions you can implement immediately. She will then outline her 14 Minutes a Day structure for making new connections, positioning yourself as an expert, building relationships and engaging with key influencers in your field. Please register.
Thursday, August 6, 1:00 PM
Donofrio Family Technology Center
How to Use the Chrome Browser: Basic Skills
If you've never used the popular Chrome browser, this class is for you. We'll cover navigation of the landing page, settings, using tabs, adding bookmarks, and basic searching. Registration required.
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Book Discussions this Week
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Tuesday, August 4, 7:00 PM
Dayton Program Room
The Nonfictioneers
The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James Brown
Thursday, August 6, 1:00 PM
Randolph Room
Murder by the Book
In a Dry Season by Peter Robinson
No registration required for Library book discussions - new readers always welcome.
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Weekly Garden Lunch & Reading
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 Wednesday, August 5 , 12:30 - 2:00 PM
The Garden of Ideas, 653 North Salem Road
Garden Lunch & Readings
The Garden of Ideas, the Ridgefield Library and 109 Cheese and Wine will present a weekly Garden Lunch at the Garden of Ideas on Wednesday afternoons through September 30. Enjoy lunch in a beautiful setting (prepared for you or bring your own)...in solitude, with old or new friends, with colleagues... with an option for a bit of added inspiration if desired. This week's reader is Priscilla Whitley.
Cost: $5, excludes lunch, CSA members $3. For more information and to purchase tickets click here.
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Creative Workshops & Networking
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Tuesday, August 4, 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.The Guild also offers ongoing opportunities for your work to be heard and published. Email Linda Merlino at lindamerlino@sbcglobal.net or call 203-240-2243 for more information.
Saturday, August 8, 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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Special Children's Activities this Week
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Monday, August 3, 11:30 AM
Main Program Room
Music for Aardvarks Concert
Celebrate the preschool summer reading program with a dynamic performance from Jay and Ray from Music for Aardvarks. Jay and Ray create award winning original music. No registration.
 Tuesday, August 4, 12 noon Kellen Family Children's Program Room Nutmeg Nibblers Kids going into grades 4 - 6 get together for lunch to discuss the Nutmeg Award nominees. A different book will be discussed each week. Please bring a bag lunch. This week's book: Winterling by Sarah Prineas. Registration required. Tuesday, August 4, 2:00 PM Leir Children's Program Room littleBits Superhero Challenge For kids going into grades 3-5. Combine arts and crafts materials with littleBits and showcase the superpowers of your super hero (or super villain!). Whether your superhero tool belt includes a superhero siren, laser blaster, or custom hand buzzer, you can bring your superhero to the next level. littleBits are small electronic components that snap together to form circuits, so come and join us and let your imagination take you to infinity and beyond. Registration required.
Wednesday, August 5, 12 noon
Kellen Family Children's Program Room
For kids going into 4th & 5th grade. Join Children's Services Librarian Mary Beth Rassulo to talk about this month's selected title and any other books you've been reading.This month's book: Saving Armpit by Natalie Hyde. Pick up a copy of the book at the library and return to discuss it. Bring your lunch! We'll talk, we'll eat and we'll talk some more about books! Registration required.
Wednesday, August 5, 6:00 PM
Main Program Room
Magic by Scott Jameson Scott Jameson will entertain children ages 5 and older with amazing illusions. Come ready to be impressed! This final summer performance is a celebration of the Library's Summer Reading Program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library. No registration. Thursday, August 6, 10:15 AM Main Program Room Silly Song Sing Along
Edward Leonard will lead preschoolers ages 2 - 4 in songs and silliness! Children are accompanied by an adult. 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.
Monday, 6:00 PM Leir Children's Program Room PJ Storytime Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 are invited to wear their PJs to the library to hear stories and see a short film all about nightime. Accompanying adults may attend.
Tuesday, 10:15 and 11:30 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.
Wednesday, 11:00 AM
Leir Children's Program Room
Art Explorers for Grades K & 1
Children going into Kindergarten and first grade are invited to explore different types of art including watercolor, collage, printmaking and others.
Wednesday, 2:00 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Rhyme Time StorytimeChildren ages 3 - 5 enjoy stories and songs and a simple craft emphasizing rhymes. Drop in. Accompanying adults may attend.
Thursday, 11:00 AM
Leir Children's Program Room Heroes & Heroines for Grades 2 & 3
Children going into grades 2 & 3 are invited to explore different types of heroes and make a craft or special activity about the heroes. Friday, 11:30 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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Summer Time for Teens
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PLEASE NOTE: No Scrabble this week.
Monday, August 3, 2:00 - 4:00 PM Ellis Family Teen Center Teen Crafternoons
Drop in every Monday during Summer Reading for crafts!
This week: make a light box that shows the starry summer night sky! No registration needed. Come in & stay for as long as you like; leave when you want.
Tuesday, August 4, 3:00 PM Dimitri's Diner Middle School Critics Attention people going into grades 6 - 8! Let's meet at Dimitri's! You bring money to pay for your food, I'll bring along news of not-yet-published books. We'll all snack and talk about whatever books we enjoy (or dislike!).It's not a traditional book club. We share whatever we've been reading and enjoying lately. No registration.
Wednesday, August 5, 1:00 - 3:00 PM Ellis Family Teen Center Anything Can Happen Wednesday Drop in and see what's going on - something different each week of Summer Reading. Some weeks we'll create with technology, some weeks we'll write poetry, some weeks we'll play a game. Drop in program, no registration needed. Come in & stay for as long as you like; leave when you want. This week: we'll create black out poetry. Thursday, August 6, 3:00 PM Dimitri's Diner High School Critics
Attention people going into grades 9-12! Let's meet at Dimitri's! You bring money to pay for your food, I'll bring along news of not-yet-published books. We'll all snack and talk about whatever media we enjoy (or dislike!). It's not a traditional book club. We share whatever we've been reading, watching, or playing and enjoying lately. No registration.
 Friday, August 7, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Ellis Family Teen Center Maker Camp
Don't just consumer, create! As a Make Magazine Maker Camp affiliate, we'll create something different each week of Summer Reading. Drop in program, no registration needed. Come in & stay for as long as you like; leave when you want. This week: We'll have some fun with batteries and LEDs. |
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