Name: Author Talk: Heather Abel and Lauren Acampora
Start: 2026-11-05T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Ridgefield Library

Ridgefield Library

Join us on Thursday, November 5th at 7:00 pm in welcoming authors Heather Abel and Lauren Acampora to the Ridgefield Library, as they discuss the craft of writing and their recent works.<a href="https://ridgefieldlibrary.librarymarket.com/event/author-talk-heather-abel-emilys-151294" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Please register.</a>
<a href="https://heatherabel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Heather Abel</a> is the author of two novels, The Emilys and The Optimistic Decade. <a href="https://www.laurenacampora.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Lauren Acampora</a> is the author of The Animal Room and three other books of fiction: The Wonder Garden, The Paper Wasp and The Hundred Waters.
Our partner, <a href="https://booksonthecommon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Books on the Common</a>, will have copies available for sale and signing.

Local Event: Author Talk: Heather Abel and Lauren Acampora

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Author Talk: Heather Abel and Lauren Acampora

Join us on Thursday, November 5th at 7:00 pm in welcoming authors Heather Abel and Lauren Acampora to the Ridgefield Library,...

Zoom Schedule for Ridgefield Continuing Ed

SAT Test Prep on Zoom with Lentz and Lentz
Lentz and Lentz is proud to be offering live online virtual classrooms for SAT and PSAT prep. These classes are taught by our best rated teachers. The reviews from students who have taken these classes have been excellent. These live online courses consist of the same instructional content as our in-person classroom courses conducted at our local high schools.
Students prep in the comfort, convenience, and safety of their own homes. With easy to use screen sharing technology hosted through ZOOM, we are able to create a virtual classroom in which the instructor and all students can communicate with one another in real time. These lessons proceed according to the exact same format as our classroom lesson plans. Everything our instructors write down over the course of the lesson, including problems, notes, and solutions are visible online. Students with questions can push a button to raise their hands. In addition to real time answers, there is also access to free individualized extra-help. Students also have the opportunity to re-listen to lessons in their entirety. The online classroom is a perfect solution for preparation allowing students the convenience and flexibility to prepare in the comfort and safety of their own homes.
Classes start per below:
Group 86 – Prep for the Future SAT's - Weekend Class Schedule Start Dates to be Determined For New Students LIVE ONLINE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM The virtual online SAT/PSAT prep course will be held on the following dates from 9:00 am – 10:30 am for math and from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm for English: 
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Tuition is $525.00

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email: info@lentzsatprep.com
Phone: (845) 638-2826
Office: 14 Manor Court, New City, NY 10956
 
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Ridgefield Parks & Recreation

<h2>Ekta Community Center Hosts 2026 Diwali Mela in Ridgefield, Connecticut</h2>
RIDGEFIELD, CT, November 1, 2026 – The Ekta Community Center (ECC) is pleased to announce its annual 2026 Diwali Mela, a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and the spirit of Diwali, the Festival of Lights celebrated by more than one billion people of Indian and South Asian heritage around the world. The word Mela means "fair" or "gathering" in multiple Indian languages and reflects the event's festive and communal atmosphere. In keeping with that tradition, the event will feature cultural programs, a marketplace of South Asian businesses and artists, regional Indian cuisine, and a lively DJ-led dance floor featuring popular Bollywood and contemporary Indian music.
The event will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Ridgefield Parks &amp; Recreation Gym, 195 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, Connecticut.
Diwali Mela is the signature event of Ekta Community Center, a secular nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting cultural understanding, community engagement, and the celebration of the rich cultural heritage of Indian American and other South Asian communities. Through educational, cultural, and civic programs, ECC continues to foster connections and strengthen community ties throughout the region.
This year's cultural showcase will feature the rich diversity of India's performing arts, including four classical dance traditions, folk dances representing approximately nine Indian states, and energetic Bollywood performances, all presented by local residents and dance students from Ridgefield and neighboring communities.
The event also serves as a marketplace for South Asian-owned businesses and entrepreneurs, featuring vendors offering clothing, jewelry, accessories, arts and crafts, and professional services. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore a wide variety of products while supporting local small businesses. Guests can also enjoy authentic regional Indian cuisine from some of Fairfield County’s most popular restaurants, showcasing the diverse culinary traditions and flavors found across India.
The 2026 Diwali Mela Committee welcomes everyone to join in celebrating the traditions of Diwali while fostering community, cultural appreciation, and meaningful connections among people from all backgrounds. Early Bird tickets are available for $10 per person through October 18, 2026, at<a href="https://ektacc.org/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> ektacc.org/tickets</a>. General admission will be $15 per person after October 18. ECC members and children ages five and under are admitted free of charge. Food and beverages will be available for purchase separately.
<h3>About Ekta Community Center</h3>
The Ekta Community Center (ECC) is a secular nonprofit organization based in Ridgefield, Connecticut. Its mission is to foster cultural understanding, community engagement, and the celebration of Indian American and South Asian heritage through educational, cultural, and civic programming that enriches the broader community.
<h3>Event Details</h3>
What: 2026 Diwali Mela When: Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Where: Ridgefield Parks &amp; Recreation Gym, 195 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT Tickets: Free for ECC members; tickets available for non-members online Early Bird Deadline: October 18, 2026
<h3>Media Contact</h3>
2026 Diwali Mela Committee Ekta Community Center Email: ektacommunitycenter@gmail.com Website: https://ektacc.org

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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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Music at the Ridge, Danbury's own live acoustic music series, presents Caledonia and Red Dirt Girls&nbsp; (pictured) in a double bill concert. Tickets and more info at www.musicattheridge.org.

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Caledonia and Red Dirt Girls in Concert

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Looking for a creative, cozy craft club to work on your knitting, crochet or other yarn crafting project? Students in Grades 3-7 are invited to join us at the Ridgefield Library in November for a relaxed session where you can stitch alongside fellow crafters, share tips and enjoy good company!
Whether you’re starting a new pattern or untangling an old one, our resident expert Kristin Quell-Garguilo will be on hand to answer questions and offer guidance. Bring your own materials and projects or borrow some of ours. All skill levels are welcome! Come for the camaraderie, stay for the creative flow.
Registration is required:
<a href="https://ridgefieldlibrary.librarymarket.com/event/yarn-crafters-club-150640" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">November 2nd at 4:30 pm</a>
<a href="https://ridgefieldlibrary.librarymarket.com/event/yarn-crafters-club-150641" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">November 16th at 4:30 pm</a>
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Join the fun in this great cardio / dance class!
LaBlast Fitness ® Cardio Dance Workout with Light Weights You will get your heart rate up and sweat a bit with this aerobic workout created by Louis Van Amstel of Dancing with the Stars. LaBlast® is a partner-free, simple, low impact, safe, cardio / ballroom dance workout for all levels. Some exercises use optional light weights. There is no mat. It's fun and energizing. Beginners are encouraged to attend. Wear sneakers and bring light hand weights (if you have them) and a water bottle. Instructor Denise Nethercott started ballroom dancing in 2011 and has successfully competed as an amateur ballroom dancer with Fred Astaire Dance Studios. She is an Open Gold level dancer with numerous accomplishments. She placed first at the National Dance Championship competition in Florida and is the winner of many Regional competitions throughout these years - both Championship and Scholarship rounds. She is proficient in both American and International styles. Denise's mission is to combine her passion for ballroom dance with her passion for physical fitness. Upon discovering LaBlast® Fitness, she knew right away, this was for her. LaBlast® is a fun, safe exercise program that combines the love of dance with the need to move our bodies. Denise became a certified LaBlast® Fitness instructor in 2019 and started Dance Fit with Denise in 2021. 
Call or email to join 11/2
6 Sessions $ 75 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $65) Mon., 10/19, 26; 11/2, 9, 16, 23 from 5:45 to 6:35 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. 
 Call (203) 4531-2812 or email ridgefieldce@gmail.com to register.
website is <a href="https://www.ridgefieldschools.org/cardio.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ridgefieldschools.org/cardio.html</a>

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La Blast - Cardio Dance Light Weights Class - Join 10/19 at 5:45 p.m. in Ridgefield Continuing Ed

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. 
 

Genealogy Researching Our Roots - Digging Deeper
Are you interested in building your family tree? Join instructor and researcher Sarah Miller as she presents strategies, tips, and tools to begin your ancestral research or address roadblocks using a variety of online sources. We will focus on American records available and how to locate them. She will also present a case study of how she solved a difficult family mystery, and will introduce international research. She will also discuss strategies to feel confident in sourcing your research.&nbsp;&nbsp;The presentation is followed by guided research time with access to paid genealogical subscriptions. Please bring family documents and information, as well as a tablet or laptop. This class is designed for those just beginning their ancestral research.lease bring family documents and info. as well as a tablet or laptop, for guided research time.
1 Session $ 32 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 28) Mon., 11/16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School.&nbsp;
Also available . . .
<ul><li>Bridge, Mah Jongg.</li><li>Mushroom Walk, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, Cardio, LaBlast, Barre-Fusion, 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>Guitar, Piano, Interiors, Elder Law.</li><li>Knitting, Crochet, Drawing and Painting, Jewelry, Wreaths</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> and send me your phone number and a good time to phone.
Phone Peggy Bruno at <a href="tel:203-431-2812" target="_blank">203-431-2812</a>
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