Sunday, February 23rd @ 2:00 pm: This program tells the history of Western Classical Music from ancient times to the present. It discusses the formation and evolution of musical genres including opera, symphonies, and concertos (and more), plus the circumstances which led to the creation of theses works. Musical demonstrations at the piano will highlight and display excerpts of many of these works, and will demonstrate the evolving styles which composers from each period first abided by, and then expanded, thus changing history, and influencing others to do the same.
Dr. Harold Rosenbaum is a retired professor from Julliard and three other colleges. He taught Music Appreciation and many other courses during his 45-year teaching career. He is the founder of the all-professional choir, The New York Virtuoso Singers, now in its 37th season. He has conducted 600 world premieres, has toured with choirs 29 times in Europe, and has conducted about 1900 concerts in his 55-year career.
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Monday, February 17-Friday, February 21: Drop-in during your Winter Break and enjoy some laid back activities or curl up with a stuffie for movie! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities. Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons.
Monday, February 17 @ 2:00 pm: Ratatouille (2007), Rated G
Tuesday, February 18 from 2:00-3:30 pm: Drop-in Activities
Wednesday, February 19 @ 2:00 pm: Paddington (2014), Rated PG
Thursday: February 20 from 2:00-3:30 pm: Drop-in Activities
Friday, February 21 @ 2:00 pm: Rio (2011), Rated G
Saturday, February 8th & Saturday, February 15th: Learn more about the proposed Town of Ridgefield’s Public Safety Building for the Police and Fire Departments. First Selectperson Rudy Marconi, Director of Public Works & Facilities Jake Muller, Police Chief Jeff Kreitz and Fire Chief Jerry Myers will discuss the details of the proposed new building and answer questions from the public.
Information presentations will be held on Saturday, February 8th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm , and again on Saturday, February 15th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
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Thursday, February 13th @ 1:00 pm: Cognitive Decline and Dementia: The Importance of Early Evaluation with Dr. Alison McElhone, offered in partnership with rvnaHEALTH.
Understanding the early signs of dementia can be crucial for effective care and planning. In this enlightening session, Dr. Alison McElhone, Geriatrician, will explore the various types of dementia, their prevalence, and the underlying brain pathology that contributes to cognitive decline. She will discuss key risk factors, including genetic influences, to help you identify early warning signs and explain why primary care may not be the most suitable setting for a comprehensive evaluation.
Dr. McElhone will guide you through the evaluation process, emphasizing the importance of early detection and assessment in accessing appropriate resources and support. While Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia cannot be treated, early evaluation can significantly impact the management of symptoms and improve quality of life for patients and caregivers. Whether you’re a caregiver or concerned about your own cognitive health, this session will equip you with vital knowledge to navigate the complexities of dementia care.
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Tuesday, February 11th @ 1:00 pm: Nikki Nuut is the new Executive Director of Founders Hall, a hub of learning and connecting for our local 60+ community. Membership is now at 3500 members, which represents approximately half of the total senior population in Ridgefield. As the new Director, Nikki’s vision for enriching mind, body and spirit are connected in the offered courses in education, fitness and creativity.
Senior Voices is a free event and a hybrid program held on the second Tuesday of the month. Individuals may attend in person and online. Light refreshments will be served. If you have any questions, please contact the Commission on Aging at [email protected].
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RESCHEDULED Sunday, February 2nd @ 2:00 pm: Throughout her long and storied life, Rachel “Bunny” Mellon’s greatest passion was garden design. She and her husband, Paul Mellon, one of the wealthiest men in America, maintained homes in New York, Cape Cod, Nantucket, Antigua and Upperville, Virginia. Bunny designed beautiful gardens at all of her homes, and she also designed gardens for some of her dearest friends, including the Rose Garden and the East Garden at the White House (at the request of President Kennedy), and the gardens at both the Paris home and the château of couturier Hubert de Givenchy.
This fascinating program is presented by Jennifer Yates, an experienced and award-winning landscape designer with a gift for color and structure for creating harmonious landscape designs.
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Saturday, February 1, 2025: Families with children are invited to Take your Child to the Library for a day of Library joy, button-making from 12-1pm and a scavenger hunt. With the inspiration of the Children’s Mural art by Cynthia Meyers, we welcome special guest Doug Salati alongside our ROAR therapy dogs, Pistachio the Rooster, and BenAnna Band. To register or for more information, visit the event page.
10:30-11:00 am: Family Storytime with Doug Salati | Families with children of all ages are invited to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a storytime featuring our special guest, Doug Salati, author and illustrator of the 2023 Caldecott award-winning book Hot Dog. Come talk, read, play, move, and sing together in this celebration of Library Joy!
11:15-11:45 am: Hot Dog Cart Art | Register to visit the Hot Dog Art Cart with Doug Salati to customize your own weiner dog inspired by the art in Hot Dog, Doug Salati’s Caldecott Award-winning picturebook. There will not be food served at this event. Registration strongly encouraged.
11:30 am-12:30 pm: Read to ROAR | Children entering grades 1-4 enhance their oral reading skills by reading to trained therapy dogs from ROAR Ridgefield. Time slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring a favorite book to read or pick one out in the library before your session. Registration is required.
1:00-2:00 pm: Play Pokemon with Pistachio the Rooster | Ridgefield Library’s very own Pistachio the chicken is teaming up with Pokémon Players Club for a special event. Join Pistachio as he learns how to play the Pokemon TCG and makes Pokémon crafts. Beginners and experts alike are welcome to attend. A very special “Pistachio ex Pokémon Card” will be distributed at the event. Don’t miss your chance to own this special limited edition card! What a great way to kick off the month of “love” by sharing it with Pistachio, Pokémon Players Club and, of course, the Ridgefield Library.
2:00-2:45 pm: BenAnna Band Family Concert | BenAnna Band is a nationally touring children’s band that focuses on music and inclusion for kiddos of all ages, abilities and identities. This family-friendly, interactive concert will give you a chance to dance, sing and play along with Ben and Anna at the Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all attendees should expect to participate. Registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome as space permits.
January 2-28, 2025: Professors Mike & Kristin need your help! They have recently uncovered information about a new psychic type Pokémon found only at the Ridgefield Library! The Pokémon’s name is “Readmorasaur.” In order to tell the world about this unique discovery, they need your help to create a new TCG card for the Readmorasaur. Win a prize pack of Pokémon cards and accessories. Pick up an Entry form from the Children’s Services Desk. Submissions will be accepted January 2-28. Winner Announced: February 1, 2025 during Take Your Child to the Library Day. Pokémon Players Club meets on Tuesdays at 4:30 pm. Visit our Event Calendar to register.
Thursday, January 30th @ 7:00 pm: Author Dan Slater will discuss his new novel, a harrowing tale of early 20th-century New York reveals the true stories of an immigrant underworld, a secret vice squad and the rise of organized crime. In this mesmerizing and atmospheric account, drawn from never-before-seen sources and peopled with unforgettable characters, Slater tells an epic and often brutal saga of crime and redemption, exhuming a buried history that shaped our modern world.
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Wednesday, January 22nd @ 1:00 pm: Join RVNAhealth’s Susan DiGregorio, M.A. CCC-SLP, for an engaging discussion on aging and brain health. In this informative session, you’ll discover the key risk factors associated with cognitive decline and learn how lifestyle choices and environmental influences can impact your brain function as you age. Susan will also share practical, evidence-based strategies to help you proactively protect your brain health and boost memory function. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights and actionable steps that can enhance your cognitive wellness and overall quality of life.
Don’t miss out on this chance to equip yourself with knowledge that can make a meaningful difference in your health journey!
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