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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18th Annual New England School Scrabble Championship

Saturday, March 29th from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm:  Scrabble players in grades 1-12 are invited to the 18th Annual New England School Scrabble Championship. The format for players is five 50-minute School SCRABBLE games played in teams of two using the official NASPA School SCRABBLE Rules (except for age limits) and the NASPA School […]

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Author Talk: Janet Ettele, How Joyous Effort Works

Sunday, March 30th @ 2:00 pm:  Suitable for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike, How Joyous Effort Works and the previous books in Ettele’s How Life Works Series are a solid support for those already engaged with Buddhist teachings, and for those new to the philosophy who are interested in learning more. Books on the Common will […]

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Coming in April! Friends Big Book Sale

Don’t miss the Friends of the Ridgefield Library‘s multi-day Big Book Sale!  Great choices for readers of all ages and interests. FRIDAY April 4:  10AM – 6PM Friday 9:30 AM early entrance for card holders of Ridgefield Library as well as members of the Friends of the Ridgefield Library (must be both) Friday 10AM – 12PM  […]

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Memory Cafe Series

April 14th, May 12th & June 9th:  Memory cafés are essentially social gatherings where individuals with memory impairment and their adult caregivers come together in a supportive environment, share conversation over a cup of coffee, or participate in fun, simple activities with the group. It’s an opportunity to meet with others for support, companionship and […]

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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.