Name: ARTalk: Life and Libation in the Time of Ancient Rome, with Sheila Herzog
Start: 2026-11-01T14:00:00-05:00
Location: Ridgefield Library

Ridgefield Library

Sheila Herzog, art collector and <a href="https://www.metmuseum.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Metropolitan Museum of Art</a> registrar, will give an enlightening and engaging lecture at the Ridgefield Library on Sunday, November 1st at 2:00 pm that brings the audience back to a day in Ancient Rome.
The program will cover many aspects of Roman life, including the importance of wine, ritual and travel. View and touch real ancient artifacts from Rome and Greece, provided by the Metropolitan Museum. Following the lecture, enjoy a comparative wine tasting illustrating wines in the time of ancient Rome and today!<a href="https://ridgefieldlibrary.librarymarket.com/event/artalk-life-day-ancient-rome-149378" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Please register.</a>ARTalks are presented in partnership with the <a href="https://rgoa.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ridgefield Guild of Artists</a>.

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Tai Chi Form, Tai Chi Strength and Balance classes start in November and December.&nbsp; More sessions after that start in February.&nbsp;
Advance registration is required. Scroll down for more info.
Beginning Tai Chi (Yang Long Form) Tai Chi, described as meditation in motion is a centuries old Chinese discipline used for health, relaxation, and meditation. Relaxation and inner calm and strength are emphasized. It can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age, sex or athletic ability. Tai Chi is considered a healing exercise. Taught by Gwen Roman (Wednesday evening) and Rod Barfield (Friday morning).
* Gwen Roman has extensive experience in the Arts of Tai Chi and Jin Shin Jyutsu. She has extensive experience teaching Tai Chi and trains with Myles MacVane. Other teachers include Alex Dong, Master Bing, and Wang Feng-Ming. She has taught in Ridgefield since 2005. * Rod Barfield, a former NYC teacher, has been doing Tai Chi exercises since 1994 and has studied the Tai Chi Form under Gwen Roman for over seven years. 
Wednesday Evening with Gwen Roman 8 Sessions $ 106 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 92) Wed.,&nbsp;12/2, 9, 16; 1/6, 13, 20, 27; 2/3&nbsp;from 6 to 6:50 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School.&nbsp; Thursday Morning with Rod Barfield 8 Sessions $ 106 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 92) Thur., 11/12 - 1/21&nbsp;from 12 noon to 12:55 p.m. at the Annex or Outdoors.&nbsp; NOTE:&nbsp; No class 11/26; 12/24, 31. Tai Chi Intermediate (Continuing) This intermediate class is for students who have completed the first level class (usually requires beginning level for a year, perhaps more). Tai Chi, described as meditation in motion is a centuries old Chinese discipline used for health, relaxation, meditation and self defense. Relaxation and inner calm and strength are emphasized. It can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age, sex or athletic ability. Tai Chi is considered a healing exercise. Taught by Gwen Roman (Wednesday evening) and Rod Barfield (Thursday morning). Wednesday Evening with Gwen Roman 8 Sessions $ 106 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 92) Wed.,&nbsp;12/2, 9, 16; 1/6, 13, 20, 27; 2/3&nbsp;from&nbsp;5 to 5:50 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School.&nbsp; Thursday Morning with Rod Barfield 8 Sessions $ 106 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 92) Thur., 11/12 - 1/21&nbsp;from 12 noon to 12:55 p.m. at the Annex or Outdoors.&nbsp; NOTE:&nbsp; No class 11/26; 12/24, 31.
 Tai Chi Strength and Balance Exercises
Tai Chi Strength and Balance (Beginner): the Natural Way to Promote Health This class is a meditation in motion and a full body workout combined, all done standing (no mat). This first class consists of 35 basic Tai Chi exercises designed to promote better health, stress relief, balance and coordination, concentration, and internal organ massage. These exercises are based on Step by Step Tai Chi: the Natural Way to Strength and Healing by Master Lam Kam Chuen. Please have a set of 2 or 3 pound weights and a water bottle available. Instructor Rod Barfield.&nbsp; Bio above.
Tuesday Morning: via Zoom
7 Sessions $ 93 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 81) Tue., 11/17; 12/1, 8, 15; 1/5, 12, 19 from 10 to 10:55 a.m. on Zoom.
Wednesday Evening: In Person 7 Sessions $ 93 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 81) Wed., 11/18; 12/2, 9, 16; 1/6, 13, 20 from 6:30 to 7:25 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School.
Thursday Morning: Hybrid - In Person and Zoom
8 Sessions $ 106 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 92) Thur., 11/12, 19; 12/3, 10, 17; 1/7, 14, 21 from 10 to 10:55 a.m. at the Annex + Z = Hybrid.
Tai Chi / Qi Gong Sessions to be determined. Wed., Please call (203) 431-2812 or email <a href="mailto:ridgefieldce@gmail.com">ridgefieldce@gmail.com</a> to be on the fall notification list from 1 to 1:55 p.m. at the Annex.
 Advance registration required.&nbsp;Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://ridgefieldschools.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ridgefieldschools.org</a>&nbsp;for registration and more information. eMail&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ridgefieldce@gmail.com">ridgefieldce@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or phone Peggy Bruno at&nbsp;<a href="tel:203-431-2812" target="_blank">203-431-2812</a>.

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Ridgefield Town Hall Annex

Welcome to Ridgefield Continuing Education! We hold classes year-round and some classes start soon – Day and Evening! – in Person and Zoom.
Advance registration is required. Registration contact information and the website link to all classes, as well as a downloadable brochure, is at the bottom of this article. 
 
 
How to Sell Items on eBay 
Prerequisite: Basic computer and Internet skills. eBay seller Lance Whitney will show you how to sell used or collectible items successfully on eBay. You’ll learn how to: set up accounts with eBay and PayPal; price and prepare the right items for sale; list your items to increase saleability; work with buyers; ship your items, and deal with any issues that arise.&nbsp;
 Instructor Lance Whitney is a technology journalist and the author of the book book “Teach Yourself Visually LinkedIn.” He’s also written a book on Windows 8. He currently writes for TechRepublic, ZDNet, PCMag, and other technology sites. Previously, he was a system administrator with Ciba Specialty Chemicals. He's taught a variety of continuing education courses at Ridgefield Continuing Education for several years. 

2 hours $ 40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 36) Thur., 10/29 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Annex.
Also available . . . this fall 2026 and / or winter / spring 2027:
<ul><li>Mushroom Walk, Native Plants</li><li>Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, Cardio, LaBlast, Zumba, Line Dance, Event, Swing, Club and Ballroom Dance.</li><li>French, Italian, Spanish, Writing, History, Archaeology.</li><li>DSLR and Mirrorless Photography, Flash Photography, iPhone Photography, iPhone.</li><li>AI (Artificial Intelligence), eBay, Windows, iPhone, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Microsoft Office Tutorials.</li><li>Knitting, Painting, Crochet</li><li>Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Elder Law.</li><li>Bridge, Mah Jongg.</li><li>And more . . .</li></ul>
 
Advance registration required. Visit <a href="https://ridgefieldschools.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ridgefieldschools.org</a> for registration and more information. 
eMail <a href="mailto:ridgefieldce@gmail.com">ridgefieldce@gmail.com</a>
Phone Peggy Bruno at <a href="tel:203-431-2812" target="_blank">203-431-2812</a>

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Welcome to Ridgefield Continuing Education! We hold classes year-round and many classes start soon – Day and Evening! – in Person and Zoom.
Advance registration is required. Registration contact information and the website link to all classes, as well as a downloadable brochure, is at the bottom of this article.
Introduction to PowerPoint 365 Prerequisite: Basic word processing skills. This introductory PowerPoint class covers the fundamentals of creating and modifying presentations. Insert text, images, animations and transitions. Perfect for beginners looking to master presentation software. Instructor Peggy Bruno, a certified teacher, has developed computer courses and trained many adults in business office software, such as Excel and Powerpoint, for many&nbsp;years. She previously worked in corporate marketing and information services. She has also taught Microsoft Office at the community college level. She holds a BA and MA from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from the University of Michigan. 2 hours $ 40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 36) Thur., 10/29 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Annex.

Also available . . .
<ul>
 <li>Bridge, Mah Jongg.</li>
 <li>Mushroom Walk, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, Zumba, La Blast, Body Burn, Line Dance, Event, Swing, Club and Ballroom Dance.</li>
 <li>French, Italian, Spanish, Writing, History, Archaeology.</li>
 <li>DSLR and Mirrorless Photography, iPhone Photography, iPhone.</li>
 <li>AI (Artificial Intelligence), eBay, Windows, iPhone, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Microsoft Office Tutorials.</li>
 <li>Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Interiors, Elder Law.</li>
 <li>Knitting, Crochet, Painting in Watercolor or Acrylic, Jewelry</li>
 <li>And more . . .</li>
</ul>
 
Advance registration required. Visit <a href="https://ridgefieldschools.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ridgefieldschools.org</a>
for registration and more information.
eMail <a href="mailto:ridgefieldce@gmail.com">ridgefieldce@gmail.com</a>
Phone Peggy Bruno at <a href="tel:203-431-2812" target="_blank">203-431-2812</a>

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PLANK® Ridgefield | Yoga, Barre, Strength & Reformer Pilates | Coffee + Retail

In celebration of its two-year anniversary, Plank Ridgefield is offering a 22% discount on fitness offerings, retail items, and membership options from Oct. 26 through Nov. 1. The studio is also unveiling a refreshed café menu featuring cold-pressed juices, gluten-free baked goods, soups, salads, and wraps provided by local partners O2 Café and Root 2 Rise.
Established in 2024 by Linda Murphy, the Main Street studio provides a range of classes including hot yoga, Pilates-barre, reformer sessions, and HIIT. In honor of two years, the anniversary promotion centers around the number two:
<h2>Two Years, Big Savings: Anniversary Specials</h2>
•Two weeks of unlimited mat classes for $22 — days of yoga, Pilates and other mat-based workouts.
•$22 reformer classes.
•22% off class packs and drop-ins on 10/29— with promo code TUTU.
•22% off boutique purchases — fitness apparel, accessories and more. Excludes sale merchandise.
•$2,200 for 12 months of unlimited MAT classes (HOT yoga, barre, pilates, strength, HIIT).
<h2>A Fresh New Chapter for Plank’s Café</h2>
Partnering with O2 Café and Root 2 Rise, the updated café menu features organic, locally sourced options for both breakfast and lunch. Offerings include wholesome chia seed puddings, overnight oats, cold-pressed juices, hearty soups, fresh salads, wraps, and a selection of baked goods—with ample options for vegan and gluten-free diets.
"We listened closely to our members' requests for expanded breakfast and lunch selections," explained Linda Murphy, owner of Plank Ridgefield and Plank Katonah. "I am delighted to introduce a curated lineup of my personal favorites from O2 Café and Root 2 Rise, including their soups, salads, wraps, pastries, and overnight oats. We want Plank to be an inviting space where members can connect over a meal after class or pick up nourishing food to go."
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<h2>Two Years of Movement, Wellness and Community</h2>
Since opening in the former Squash's space on Main Street in 2024, Plank Ridgefield has built a loyal following through its welcoming atmosphere and diverse classes. Murphy opened the first Plank studio in Katonah, N.Y., in 2023, creating spaces where people of all fitness levels can get stronger, recharge and connect.
"These past two years have been incredible, and it's our members who have made Plank what it is today," Murphy added. "We're so grateful for this community and the friendships we've built along the way. This anniversary is our way of saying thank you, and we're excited to celebrate with special offers, new café favorites and many more years of moving together. We encourage everyone to stop by our free tasting event this Thursday (10/29) from 8am - 2pm. We’ll also offer 30% studio items during Ridgefield’s Sip &amp; Shop event on November 5th."
<h2>About Plank Ridgefield</h2>
Plank Ridgefield is a boutique fitness and wellness studio in Ridgefield, Connecticut, offering yoga, Pilates, reformer and mat-based classes for all levels, a curated fitness and lifestyle boutique, and a café. For more information, visit PlankRidgefield.com or stop by and visit us at 389 Main Street.
Anniversary celebration: Oct. 26 – Nov. 1, 2026 Promo code: TUTU 22% off class packs and drop-ins on 10/29.

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Welcome to Ridgefield Continuing Education! We hold classes year-round and many classes start soon – Day and Evening! – in Person and Zoom.
Advance registration is required. Registration contact information and the website link to all classes, as well as a downloadable brochure, is at the bottom of this article.
Consumer Health Information for All This course empowers individuals to become informed healthcare consumers. Learn to critically evaluate health information from various sources, identify reliable websites and resources, and recognize misinformation. Topics include sources of medical terminology, accurate information on rare diseases, and communicating effectively with healthcare providers to make sound health decisions. Instructor Charles J Greenberg is an experienced academic librarian with long-term appointments at both Columbia and Yale Universities. He was the founding Library Director of Wenzhou-Kean University in Wenzhou, China from December 2013 to June 2019. He then joined the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine as Health Sciences Library Director from January 2020 to November 2023. He currently is a lecturer at Camden County College, teaching English Composition, as well as a lecturer for the School of Information for San Jose State University, where he has taught online medical and health sciences information topics since 2007.

2 hours $ 32 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 28)

Thur., 11/19 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Zoom.
Also available . . .
<ul>
 <li>Bridge, Mah Jongg.</li>
 <li>Mushroom Walk, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, Zumba, La Blast, Body Burn, Line Dance, Event, Swing, Club and Ballroom Dance.</li>
 <li>French, Italian, Spanish, Writing, History, Archaeology.</li>
 <li>DSLR and Mirrorless Photography, iPhone Photography, iPhone.</li>
 <li>AI (Artificial Intelligence), eBay, Windows, iPhone, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Microsoft Office Tutorials.</li>
 <li>Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Interiors, Elder Law.</li>
 <li>Knitting, Crochet, Painting in Watercolor or Acrylic, Jewelry</li>
 <li>And more . . .</li>
</ul>
 
Advance registration required. Visit <a href="https://ridgefieldschools.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ridgefieldschools.org</a>
for registration and more information.
eMail <a href="mailto:ridgefieldce@gmail.com">ridgefieldce@gmail.com</a>
Phone Peggy Bruno at <a href="tel:203-431-2812" target="_blank">203-431-2812</a>

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"¡Lotería!”
Students in Grades K-5 are invited to play the traditional Mexican card game Lotería, a game similar to Bingo, at the Ridgefield Library on Thursday, October 29th at 4:30 pm. We’ll learn about the cultural significance of the game, practice the Spanish names of characters on the tabla, and win some fun prizes!
<a href="https://ridgefieldlibrary.librarymarket.com/event/loteria-151002" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please register.</a>

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