The Friends of the Ridgefield Library invite you to stop by the Friends Sorting Room on the Lower Level of the Library for their monthly Secret Stacks Book Sale, held on the second Saturday of the month. Sorting Room open from 9am to 5pm Items for all ages and interests – fiction, mysteries, trade paperbacks, children’s books and more! Cash or charge accepted (charges over $10) The Friends of the Ridgefield Library accept book donations! Leave your donated books on the cart(s) outside the Friends Sorting Room on the lower level of the Library during regular open hours. Please do not leave donations in the Library Lobby or anywhere outside the building.
storytimeFREEFri, Sep 11 · 11:30 AM
Ridgefield Library · Ridgefield
Families with children ages 3 and up are invited to watch short films based on favorite and classic picturebooks. Books related to the weekly themes will be displayed for check out. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration. Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.
musicFREESat, Sep 12 · 10:30 AM
Ridgefield Library · Ridgefield
Families with children of all ages are invited to join singer, songwriter and indie pop children’s musician, Michele Urban, for an interactive, musical experience! Her original tunes explore themes like making friends, empathy, and inclusion and her music activities are fun for the whole family. Everyone in the community is welcome to sing, dance and experience a wonderful time together. Registration is encouraged and opens on August 12, 2026. Drop-ins are welcome as space permits. Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors
FREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Ridgefield Library · Ridgefield
Families with children of all ages, but particularly students in grades 4 & 5, are invited to meet 2026 Kid Governor Theresa “Tessa” Hallinan and her Cabinet. Learn about Tessa's platform: Everyone Belongs, addressing inclusion for students with disabilities. You can learn more about our Kid Governor, The Connecticut Democracy Center's award-winning civic education program here: http://ct.kidgovernor.org/ctkgtessa Registration encouraged, though drop-ins welcome as space permits. Programs like this are possible by the generous donations of our patrons.
museumFREESat, Sep 12 · 1:00 PM
Ridgefield Library · Ridgefield
Want to improve at Scrabble and take on the best? Join Scrabble Grandmaster and 2-time North American champion Mack Meller for an interactive strategy presentation followed by live gameplay! Mack will share tips for improving your play regardless of skill level, then play everyone in a simultaneous exhibition. All are welcome, from Scrabble newbies to experienced tournament players. Registration is required and opens on August 12, 2026. Waitlisted registrants are invited to attend the opening strategy presentation and watch gameplay as spectators. Programs like this are made possible in part by the generosity of our donors.
From $28Sat, Sep 12 · 9:00 AM
Little Sprouts Play Place · Ridgefield
Play, explore, and grow with us! Saturday Play is a movement-based session at Little Sprouts Play Place, priced at $28 per class for ages 0 months to 6 years.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Ridgefield Public Library · Ridgefield
Bring your child to the library to register for a card and participate in fun activities! No registration required.
FREEMon, Sep 14 · 6:30 PM
Ridgefield Public Library · Ridgefield
Go back in time and journey around the world! We will learn about different cultures and time periods and solve mysteries! This month, we'll be exploring Ancient Egypt! Event must have a minimum of five attendees in order to run.