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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
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Summer Reading Program Underway
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Summer Reading is underway for all ages, preschoolers through adults. Come and be rewarded for those books you read this summer! Stop by the individual departments to learn about preschool, children's, teen and adult summer reading programs with exciting incentives, or visit the Summer Reading page on our website. Thanks to the Friends of the Ridgefield Library for their sponsorship of Summer Reading 2016!
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Books & Breakfast
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 Monday, July 11, 10:30 AM 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.
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Overview of the Arctic with Moki Kokoris
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Worldviews: Overview of the Arctic with Moki Kokoris Arctic explorer and education Moki Kokoris gives a fascinating overview of the arctic, which will include: - Personal account of an expedition to the geographic North Pole - Introduction to the Arctic region - comparisons with Antarctica - Atmospheric and optical phenomena unique to the Polar Regions - Science of sea ice, northern lights, climate change, ecology, etc. - Distinct animals of the Far North - their behavior and habitats - Indigenous cultures - their traditional lifestyles and mythology A visionary multidisciplinary educator, editor, writer and environmental advocate, Moki Kokoris is the founder of "90-north" - an outreach education program series that introduces audiences to topics relating to the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions, covering all disciplines from Anthropology to Zoology. Also director of the Wilderness Research Foundation, Visiting Speaker for the Arctic Research Consortium of the US, and member of the Explore Foundation's World Explorers Bureau, she is the first woman of Ukrainian descent to reach the Geographic North Pole.
This program is part of the Library's Worldviews series. It is also part of the Exercise Your Mind Adult Summer Reading program and is made possible thanks to the Friends of the Ridgefield Library. Please register.
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Tech Topics: Library Digital Resources, Instagram
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Tuesday, July 12, 11:00 AM - 12 noon
Donofrio Family Technology Center
Getting Started with the Library's Digital Resources
Need help getting started with one of our digital resources including OverDrive (eBooks and audiobooks), Zinio (digital magazines), Hoopla (eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming music and video), or lynda.com. Drop in between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM for hands-on assistance from our staff.
Wednesday, July 3, 11:00 AM
Donofrio Family Technology Center
Intro to Instagram
Instagram has taken the social media world by storm! Kate Fitzpatrick is back to show you why this powerhouse profile has soared in popularity and shows no sign of slowing down. If you've been thinking of using Instagram for personal or professional use, join us for a basic overview on how, when and why to work Instagram into your social media savvy. Please register.
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New Blood Pressure Screening Service
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 Wednesday, July 13, 11:00 AM - 12 noon Main Lobby
Blood Pressure Screening
The Library is please to host free, monthly blood pressure screenings conducted by the Ridgefield VNA. Screening will be available on a drop-in basis on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Look for the sign-in table in the Main Lobby, and take care of this important task while running your Library errands. Registration is not required.
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Playwrights' Collective
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Wednesday, July 13, 6:00 PM
Dayton Program Room
Playwrights' Collective Monthly Meeting
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, contact 203-431-9850 or info@ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org
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Book Discussions this Month
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 During July, the Library's book groups are reading titles related to World War I in conjunction with Ridgefield Remembers World War I, a townwide commemoration organized by the Ridgefield Historical Society and others. Also featured this month is an exhibit of World War I original lithographic posters from the Goodstadt Gallery, on display in the Library's gallery through July 20th.
Thursday, July 14, 3:00 PM Founders Hall Founders Hall Book Group The Girl You Left Behind by Jojo Moyes Open to members of Founders Hall - no registration
Tuesday, July 19, 7:00 PM Randolph Room Critics' Circle Book Group A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway
Wednesday, July 27, 10:00 AM Randolph Room A.M. Book Group All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque
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Author Talk with Peter Spiegelman
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Thursday, July 14, 7:00 PM
Main Program Room
Author Talk with Peter Spiegelman
Author and Ridgefield resident Peter Spiegelman discusses his just-released novel Dr. Knox.
"Dr. Knox portrays an all-new Los Angeles, rendered in a wild, all-new style. It's a crackerjack crime novel; everything pop-pop-pops and lures you deeper and deeper into Peter Spiegelman's luminous vision. It's a thrilling book." - James Ellroy
Peter Spiegelman is the Shamus Award-winning author of five novels, including Dr. Knox, Thick As Thieves, and three books - Black Maps, Death's Little Helpers, and Red Cat - that feature private investigator and Wall Street refugee John March. Prior to embarking on a career as a writer, Peter spent over twenty years in the financial services and software industries, and worked with leading banks, brokerages and central banks around the world.
This program is co-sponsored by the Library and Books on the Common. It is also part of the Library's Exercise Your Mind: READ summer reading program that is made possible thanks to the Friends of the Library. Books will be available for sale and for signing thanks to Books on the Common. Please register.
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Thrown Stone Play Reading: The Fields of Blue and Glow
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Saturday, July 16, 7:00 PM
Main Program Room
Play Reading: The Fields of Blue and Glow
Join us for part one of Thrown Stone's Summer Reading Series, featuring The Fields of Blue and Glow by August Schulenburg. A dark and stormy night on the Orca Isles... An author is holed up working on his next novel when a long-lost friend appears at the door with an unsettling proposition. The Fields of Blue and Glow is a play about children, growing up, and the power of crossing over into something new.
After the performance of the text, we'll have a brief talk-back with the cast and audience. Light refreshments, beer and wine will be served.
Thrown Stone is a new theatre company based in Ridgefield, dedicated to new work and unconventional approaches to repertoire. Read more and sign up for updates at thrownstone.org.
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Ladies' Paint and Party Night
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Tuesday, July 26, 7:30 - 9:30 PM
Leir Family Children's Program Room
Ladies' Night Out! Color on Wheels Paint and Party Night
The Ladies' Night Out Color on Wheels Paint and Party Night benefiting the Ridgefield Library will be a fun-filled evening of painting with friends while enjoying wine and appetizers. A raffle with great prizes will be held.
Babysitting for children 3 and up will be available for $10 per child. Contact Connie Marsala at 203-438-2282 x11027 or cjmarsala@ridgefieldlibrary.org for details.
$50 per person - Wine and appetizers will be provided. All proceeds from the evening will support the annual operating fund of the Ridgefield Library. See a flyer to print or share or purchase tickets now.
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Where's Waldo?
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He's hiding in Ridgefield from July 1 - July 30 at Books on the Common and 24 other places in town, including the Library! Pick up your Passport at Books on the Common. Prize drawing is Saturday, July 30 at 4:00 PM. You don't need to be at the drawing to win!
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The Story Pirates Are Coming!
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The Ridgefield Library and Story Pirates invite short story submissions from young writers going into Grades K-8. Submission deadline is August 15th; Story Pirates performance at the Ridgefield Playhouse on October 1st. $5 submission fee.
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Summer Specials for Children and Families
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 Wednesday, July 13, 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Main Program Room
Aladdin Performance
Children ages 5 and older are invited to the Hampstead Stage Company's production of Aladdin. This classic tale is an adventure based on The Tales of the Arabian Nights. Children will learn how to rise above the odds and follow their dreams as they follow Aladdin's adventures with a magician and an old lamp that can make all his wishes come true. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library. No registration.
 Thursday, July 14, 12:00 noon
Kellen Family Children's Program Room
Bookworms Book Club
Readers in Grades 2 & 3 are invited to a book discussion group! Children pick up the book at the library and return to discuss it. Bring your lunch if you like! This month's book: Dory and the Real True Friend by Abby Hanlon. Registration required.
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Weekly Drop-In Children's Activities
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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
Monday, 6:00 PM Leir Family Children's Room P J Storytime
Wear your PJs and bring your teddy and come for bedtime stories and a short film. For ages 3 to 5.
Tuesday, 10:15 AM
Leir Children's Program Room
Mother Goose
Mother Goose is a language enrichment program for "walkers" ages 12 months through age 2 including finger plays, music and movement.
Tuesday, 2:00 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Lego Meetup
Children in grades kindergarten through 5th are invited to meet up and make cool Lego creations. Cooperative building is encouraged.
Wednesday, 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Baby & Me
Finger plays and songs for newborns through age 12 months with a caregiver. Parents of infants are invited to network with each other. New for the summer: Morning and afternoon sessions. Pick the one that is most convenient for your family.
Wednesday, 2:00 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Time for 3s and 4s
A program just for the three- and four-year-olds including stories, songs and a short film. Children may attend alone or with an adult.
Thursday, 10:00 AM
Leir Children's Program Room
Mini Makers Children going into grades kindergarten and first are invited to drop in and be a maker! A different take home project will be made each week. Come and create!
Thursday, 2:00 PM
Leir Children's Program Room
Make It and Take It!
Children going into grades 2 & 3 are invited to make a different project each week that they can take home. Projects will involve originality and creativity.
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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Summertime for Teens
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Tuesday, July 12, 3:00 PM Dimitri's Diner Middle School CriticsAs part of the Teen Summer Reading Program, people going into grades 6 - 8 are invited to meet at Dimitri's Diner between 3 and 4 PM, bring money to pay for your own food, and talk about whatever books you have been reading lately. It's a terrific afternoon - we talk about books while snacking! Drop in program, no registration needed.
Thursday, July 14, 3:00 PM
Dimitri's Diner
High School CriticsAs part of the Teen Summer Reading Program, people going into grades 9-12 are invited to meet at Dimitri's Diner between 3 and 4 PM, bring money to pay for your own food, and talk about whatever books you have been reading lately. It's a terrific afternoon - we talk about books while snacking! Drop in program, no registration needed.
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