Welcome to the Ridgefield Library!

For well over 100 years the Library has served as a community destination and vital resource.  Our friendly, knowledgeable staff, strong collections, diverse programming, and welcoming space are the result of commitment to our Vision for the benefit of our community.  Our dedicated Board of Directors, Friends of the Ridgefield Library, and many generous community donors help to make what we do possible.  Thank you!

The Ridgefield Library recently updated our Strategic Plan

Working with the Library’s Board of Directors and the counsel of more than three dozen community leaders from all corners of town, we updated the Library’s Vision, Mission, Values and Objectives. You will see this plan turning into action as we develop programs, services, collections and more to better meet the needs of our community.  Please click here to see the Plan!

Ridgefield Library Values

At the Ridgefield Library, our stated Values guide our service, our operations and our stewardship of this treasured community resource.

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Hatch the Chicken!

April 2025: The eggs are here! Our seven chicken eggs from Rent the Chicken are currently being incubated at the Ridgefield Library. Our chicks are expected to hatch around April 7th. Check out our event calendar for a variety of chicken and spring-related programs for kids as we (im)patiently wait for out chickens to hatch. […]

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Foraging Wild Greens (but not mushrooms)

Wednesday, April 23rd @ 7:00 pm:  You may not realize it, but there are many delicacies in your own back yard and surrounding woods. Violets, purslane, dock, fiddleheads, dandelions, chickweed, sorrel, garlic mustard and plantain are just a few tasty treats ready for the picking. Ridgefield Conservation Commission commissioner Erik Keller will teach you how […]

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Ridgefield Folk: On the Trail

Sunday, April 27th @ 2:00 pm:  On the Trail is a modern acoustic band that explores everything from bluegrass to contemporary pop, from stunning instrumentals to beautiful traditional songs. The group was founded through their shared love of bluegrass and traditional music. They have already gained recognition and praise for their exploration and strong execution […]

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Check Out a Museum Pass

The Library’s Museum Pass Program offers free or discounted admission to over 20 premiere educational and cultural institutions in Connecticut and New York. Passes are located at the Circulation Desk. They may be borrowed for two nights and are available on a first come, first served basis only (no reservations).  The Museum Pass Program is […]

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Find Your Next Great Read

Fill in our Personal Book Bundles form with the types of materials you are looking for and we can curate a selection just for you. If you are looking for a title that we don’t have, you can request an item.