BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ridgefield Historical Society - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ridgefield Historical Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20250303T013347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T035506Z UID:21840-1742292000-1742295600@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Exploring the Korker Collection DESCRIPTION:The March 18 meeting of the Ridgefield History Club will be devoted to Clarence Korker’s photographs\, a sampling of the thousands that he created over his more than 40 years at the Ridgefield Photo Shop on Main Street in Ridgefield. Mr. Korker\, who just turned 100\, now lives in Florida. \n\n\n\nKeith Russell\, the Historical Society volunteer who’s been working with the Korker Collection’s negatives and creating the digital scans\, has selected some of his recent favorites to share and will lead the discussion. Jack Sanders\, who has written 10 books on Ridgefield history\, will also be on hand. \n\n\n\nRidgefield History Club is an informal history discussion at which participants are invited to share their insights and ask questions. The free one-hour meeting on Tuesday\, March 18\, 2025 will begin at 10 a.m. at the Ridgefield Historical Society headquarters in the Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane. Everyone is welcome. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited and we ask that people sign up in advance here: \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, call 203-438-5821 or email info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. \n\n\n\nPhoto Captions: The Ridgefield Photo Shop\, Main Street\, Ridgefield\, circa 1970\, by Korky Korker and a self-portrait by Korky Korker. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-exploring-the-korker-collection/ LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Copy-of-Untitled-Design-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20250124T223441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T125528Z UID:21757-1739872800-1739876400@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Exploring the new Ridgefield Encyclopedia DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\nThe next Ridgefield History Club meeting on Tuesday\, February 18\, 2025 at 10 a.m. at the Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, will be an opportunity to ask any of those nagging questions you may have about the town we live in. Bring your inquiries about Ridgefield’s past and present people\, places\, and events. For example\, Who was the man known as the Ridgefield Hermit during the 19th century and what earned him this mysterious title? This meeting will be an opportunity to have a lively conversation as we explore and find the answers to your questions in the new Ridgefield Encyclopedia\, a compendium of facts that has more than 5\,000 entries. \n\n\n\nThe author is Jack Sanders\, who has written many histories centered on Ridgefield\, and who was editor of The Ridgefield Press for more than 40 years. He’ll be on hand for the meeting to assist in answering your questions and hopes to get some questions that he has not yet answered\, to add to the next edition of the Encyclopedia. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community storytelling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour on the third Tuesday of every month to share memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. Jack Sanders\, who has written over 10 books on Ridgefield’s history will be on hand. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. It’s also streamed live on Facebook and is uploaded to our YouTube channel. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. All are welcome to this free program. \n\n\n\nCopies of the Ridgefield Encyclopedia are available at the Ridgefield Historical Society and from our friends at Books on the Common for those who’d like to purchase a copy. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this program\, contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org Parking and seating at the Scott House is limited\, and registration is requested for this free program \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-exploring-the-new-ridgefield-encyclopedia/ LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/RidgefieldEncyclopedia-cover.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20250101T215640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250101T222853Z UID:21697-1737453600-1737457200@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Ridgefield Wintertime Memories DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\n“Wintertime Memories” will be the Ridgefield History Club topic on Tuesday\, January 21\, 2025 at 10 a.m. at the Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane. Everyone is welcome to attend this free gathering. \n\n\n\nShare your stories and memories of winter life in Ridgefield! How did you spend your time on those snowy days? How much colder and snowier were the winters of the 20th Century? Do you recall a particular storm that left a lasting impression? When did pond skating disappear—or has it? What were the best sledding or tobogganing hills in town? And does anyone still have a toboggan or a classic Flexible Flyer? How was your home heated? Coal furnace? Oil burner? Who remembers the portable kerosene heaters that many people bought after a series of wintertime power outages and during the oil shocks of the 1970s? Did you install a wood stove? \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community storytelling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour on the third Tuesday of every month to share memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. Jack Sanders\, who has written over 10 books on Ridgefield’s history will be on hand. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. It’s also streamed live on Facebook and is uploaded to our YouTube channel. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this program\, contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org Parking and seating at the Scott House is limited\, and registration is requested for this free program: \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nCaption for event photo: Francis D. Martin and Nina Coogan ca. 1963 on Lake Mamanasco. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-ridgefield-wintertime-memories/ LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FrancisDMartin-Nina-Coogan-ca-1963LakeMamanasco.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20241126T192505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T060358Z UID:21553-1734429600-1734433200@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Holiday Baking Traditions DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club will explore holiday baking traditions from Ridgefield’s past at its Dec. 17 meeting at 10 a.m. at the Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane. Ridgefield Historical Society Collections Manager Betsy Reid will pull out town cookbooks from the archives and highlight some of the cookie recipes. Admission is free. \n\n\n\nDid your family have a traditional favorite that you’d be willing to share with the group? What was the one cookie that you always looked forward to during the holidays? Did anyone like fruitcake? Do you have a cookbook or baking tool that has been in your family for generations? Bring it for ‘show and tell’ and share a favorite recipe and story about it with the group. We’ll even have some of our favorite holiday cookies for everyone to sample. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club is an informal story telling session (it’s not a presentation or lecture) where everyone sits in a circle and shares their memories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion will be recorded and catalogued in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve memories about all of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. You can watch recordings of our past meetings on our Facebook page. \n\n\n\nAttendees are encouraged to share their stories with the group or just come and listen to the fascinating conversation about our town’s past. All are reminded to bring related photos and objects about Ridgefield’s history for ‘show and tell.’ \n\n\n\nBecause parking at the Scott House is limited\, registration is requested to attend. Carpooling is encouraged. \n\n\n\nFor additional information\, contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-holiday-baking-traditions/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Cookies-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20241017T175929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T124328Z UID:21449-1732010400-1732014000@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Native American Life in Ridgefield DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\nNative American life in Ridgefield is the topic for the next gathering of the Ridgefield History Club at 10am on Tuesday\, November 19\, 2024\, in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT. \, in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT. Jack Sanders who has written over a dozen books about Ridgefield’s history will be in attendance\, as will archaeologist Lynn Marie Wieland. Ridgefield History Club programs are free and open to everyone; new participants are welcome at any time. Come to share memories or just to listen. \n\n\n\nEver wonder what life was like in Ridgefield 10\,000 years ago? Join us as we explore the lifeways of the first people to inhabit these lands. They were hunters and gatherers who subsided off of big game animals like mastodons. We will also be looking at stone tools they left behind in Ridgefield and hear how they were excavated by professional archaeologists. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community storytelling program (it’s a conversation\, not a lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour the third Tuesday of every month to share memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance here: \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about this free program contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-native-american-life-in-ridgefield/ LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_7948-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20240828T205602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T122134Z UID:21272-1726567200-1726570800@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: The Battle of Ridgefield\, a special conversation with Keith Jones DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a special conversation about The Battle of Ridgefield and the latest research discoveries about the event with Keith Jones\, the founding president of the Ridgefield Historical Society and author of the new book\, The Battle of Ridgefield: Benedict Arnold\, the Patriot Militia\, and the Suprising 1777 Battle that Galvanized Revolutionary Connecticut \, for the next gathering of the Ridgefield History Club at 10am on Tuesday\, September 17\, 2024 in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT. Ridgefield History Club programs are free and open to everyone; new participants are welcome at any time. \n\n\n\nMr. Jones will be sharing new information and understanding to the story of inland Connecticut’s largest Revolutionary War engagement\, the April 27\, 1777\, Battle of Ridgefield. Have you ever found anything from the Battle? Bring your Battle of Ridgefield questions for the discussion and your Battle of Ridgefield artifacts\, documents\, and memorabilia for “show and tell”. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. \n\n\n\nConnecticut State Historian Emeritus Dr. Walter Woodward calls The Battle of Ridgefield: Benedict Arnold\, the Patriot Militia and the Surprising 1777 Battle that Galvanized Revolutionary Connecticut\, “the definitive account of the Battle of Ridgefield for many years to come.” Books will be available for purchase and signing at the Scott House. Registration is required since seating is limited\, please reister here. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-special-preview-and-conversation-with-keith-jones/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Battle of Ridgefield,Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Jones-Cover-V1-Cropped-e1735945226395.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20240725T230341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T153836Z UID:21103-1724148000-1724151600@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Ridgefield Scrapbooks through Time DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\n“Ridgefield Scrapbooks through Time” is the topic for the next gathering of the Ridgefield History Club at 10am on Tuesday\, August 20\, 2024 in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT. Jack Sanders\, who has written over 10 books on Ridgefield’s history\, will be on hand as we delve into the past through the lens of old Ridgefield scrapbooks. Ridgefield History Club programs are free and open to everyone; new participants are welcome at any time. Come to share memories or just to listen. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re going to examine Ridgefield scrapbooks from the past and explore these unique time capsules that preserve Ridgefield’s history within their pages. Helen Keeler’s Class of 1947 scrapbook provides insight into life in town during the 1940s and 50s and is filled with memorabilia from plays\, fieldtrips\, clippings\, movie tickets\, war ration books\, and more. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own scrapbooks\, photographs\, and objects to share their memories and stories of people\, places\, and events from Ridgefield’s past. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community storytelling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour the third Tuesday of every month to share memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance here.For more information about this free program visit www.ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-ridgefield-scrapbooks-through-time/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/IMG_8611-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20240619T165726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T170243Z UID:20956-1721124000-1721127600@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Summertime in Ridgefield DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\n“Summertime in Ridgefield” is the topic for the next gathering of the Ridgefield History Club at 10am on Tuesday\, July 16\, 2024 in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT. Jack Sanders\, who haswritten over 10 books on Ridgefield’s history will be on hand. Ridgefield History Club programs are free and open to everyone; new participants are welcome at any time. Come to share memories or just to listen. \n\n\n\nWe encourage attendees to bring their personal recollections of spending summers in Ridgefield through the years. What were your summer jobs\, where did you go swimming\, did you go to summer camp\, do you remember the firemen’s parades and carnivals and the circuses that came to town? How about fireworks displays\, public and private? Bring your related memories\, stories\, photographs\, and objects to share in show and tell! \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community storytelling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour the third Tuesday of every month to share memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. It’s also streamed live on Facebook and is uploaded to our YouTube channel. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance here.For more information about this free program visit www.ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or contact the HistoricalSociety at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. \n\n\n\nKids jumping off the float at Great Pond (Martin Park). The photo appeared in the Ridgefield Press in August 1998. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-summertime-in-ridgefield/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Swimming-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20240529T175020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T175551Z UID:20824-1718704800-1718708400@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Lost Ridgefield DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\n“Lost Ridgefield” is the topic for the next gathering of the Ridgefield History Club at 10am on Tuesday\, June 18\, 2024 in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT. Jack Sanders\, who haswritten over 10 books on Ridgefield’s history will be on hand. Ridgefield History Club programs are free and open to everyone; new participants are welcome at any time. Come to share memories or just to listen. \n\n\n\nWe encourage attendees to bring their personal recollections of places in Ridgefield that have vanished over the years. Which buildings\, neighborhoods\, businesses\, and organizations do you remember that are no longer part of our landscape and what happened to them? Join us to learn about and reminisce on significant sites such as the original Jesse Lee Church\, the Casagmo estate\, and the neighborhoods of Prospect Street and Bailey Avenue\, among others. Bring your related memories\, stories\, photographs\, and objects to share in show and tell! \n\n\n\n\nWe encourage attendees to bring their personal recollections of places in Ridgefield that have vanished over the years. Which buildings\, neighborhoods\, businesses\, and organizations do you remember that are no longer part of our landscape and what happened to them? Join us to learn about and reminisce on significant sites such as the original Jesse Lee Church\, the Casagmo estate\, and the neighborhoods of Prospect Street and Bailey Avenue\, among others. Bring your related memories\, stories\, photographs\, and objects to share in show and tell! \n\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community storytelling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour the third Tuesday of every month to share memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. It’s also streamed live on Facebook and is uploaded to our YouTube channel. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance here.For more information about this free program visit www.ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or contact the HistoricalSociety at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-lost-ridgefield/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Jesse-Lee-Methodist-Church.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20240417T203744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T040005Z UID:20602-1716285600-1716289200@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Remembering Our Veterans DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join the Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday\, May 21\, 2024 at 10 a.m. in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT for a conversation about Ridgefielders who contributed to war efforts\, both on the battlefield and at home. If you have mementos of wartime service that you’d be willing to show to the group\, please bring them. \n\n\n\nJack Sanders\, who has written over 10 books on Ridgefield’s history will be in attendance. Ridgefield History Club programs are free and open to everyone; new participants are welcome at any time. Come to share memories or just to listen. \n\n\n\nWe’re asking participants to bring stories of military service to share. Did you\, a family member\, a neighbor\, or friend participate in the defense of our freedom? We want to hear about your experiences and acknowledge your service. We’ll also be discussing the history of the Memorial Day Parade\, Veterans’ Memorial Community Association\, the American Legion\, Veterans of Foreign Wars\, and Marine Corps League in Ridgefield. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community storytelling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour the third Tuesday of every month to share memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. It’s also streamed live on Facebook and is uploaded to our YouTube channel. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance here: \n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/ridgefield-history-club-remembering-our-veterans-tickets-884940439677 \n\n\n\nFor more information about this free program visit www.ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. \n\n\n\nPhoto Caption:                                                                                                                                                 Patriotic parade in Ridgefield\, CT in 1942 with prominent local citizens and veterans. On the extreme left is Harry Hull\, WWI vet and later first selectmen; center is Anne Richardson in her AWVS uniform\, B. O. Chisolm to Ms. Richardson’s left\, then Rudolph Marconi and Julius Tulipani. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-remebering-our-veterans/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ann-Richardson-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20240320T205035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T043606Z UID:20480-1713261600-1713265200@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Ridgefield Restaurants\, Past and Present DESCRIPTION:“Ridgefield Restaurants\, Past and Present” is the topic for the next gathering of the Ridgefield History Club at 10am on Tuesday\, April 16\, 2024 in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT. Jack Sanders\, who has written over 10 books on Ridgefield’s history will be on hand and he tallied 17 Ridgefield restaurants in existence in 1955\, 35 in 1993\, and 46 in 2015. Ridgefield History Club programs are free and open to everyone; new participants are welcome at any time. Come to share memories or just to listen. \n\n\n\nWe’re asking participants to bring their memories of favorite places to “eat out” in Ridgefield over the years\, whether it was the venue for a very special occasion or the familiar spot “where everybody knows your name.” Think diners\, drive-ins\, dives\, luncheonettes\, soda fountains\, delis\, pizza parlors\, hot dog carts\, etc! We want to hear about old-time restaurants as well as what are the favorites these days (in 50 years\, we’ll have a record of what was the hot thing in 2024). Did you\, a friend\, or family member own or work in one of Ridgefield’s restaurants? If so\, we want to hear from you. What were your favorite Italian\, French\, Irish\, German\, etc dishes in town? Bring your related objects (advertisements\, signs\, ashtrays\, matchbooks\, china\, glasses\, silverware\, etc)\, photographs\, and documents (menus and receipts) for show and tell! \n\n\n\nNina’s Restaurant\, owned by Gene Lavatori\, was a popular gathering place for breakfast and lunch.\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community storytelling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour the third Tuesday of every month to share memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. It’s also streamed live on Facebook and is uploaded to our YouTube channel. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. Both longtime residents and newcomers contribute. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this free program\, and to register\, visit www.ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-restaurants-past-and-present/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ninas-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20231231T040455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T135818Z UID:20166-1708423200-1708426800@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Ridgefield Place Name Stories DESCRIPTION:“Ridgefield Place Name Stories” is the topic of the next Ridgefield History Club meeting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday\, February 20\, 2024 in the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane. Jack Sanders\, who has written over ten books on Ridgefield history\, will be on hand. Ridgefield History Club programs are free and open to everyone; new participants are welcome at any time. Come to share memories or just to listen. Note: this meeting was postponed from Jan. 16 due to inclement weather. \n\n\n\nHave you ever wondered about how Ridgefield roads and places came to be named? Who and what are these streets named for?: Mopus Bridge Rd.\, Ned’s Mountain Rd.\, Catoonah St.\, Mamanasco Rd.\, Whipstick Rd.\, Florida Hill Rd.\, Ligi’s Way\, Taporneck Court\, Tea House Lane\, Old Sib Rd\, Ramapoo Rd.\, Nod Hill Rd.\, etc. Bring your questions to the next Ridgefield History Club meeting. Join us as we explore the stories behind Ridgefield place names and the connection to local people\, industries and events. If you have any photos or objects related to the topic\, please bring them with you for show and tell! \n\n\n\nOne of the hundreds of locations researched by Jack Sanders and included in his book\, Ridgefield Names\, is Mopus (which incidentally was once the name of a Sanders family cat). Mopus Brook is the little stream that runs under – needless to say – Mopus Bridge and Mopus Bridge Road. It was mentioned as early as 1721 in the “Third Purchase” from the native Indians\, a deed that describes a boundary “crossing the end of a plain ridge of land over Mopoos Brook.” One of the last roads in Ridgefield to be paved\, Mopus Bridge Road was possibly part of General George Washington’s route through Connecticut in 1780 and Walter Hampden\, a renowned Shakespearean actor in his day\, once lived on Mopus Bridge Road. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, an informal community story telling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) of the Historical Society\, meets for an hour the third Tuesday of every month to discuss the history of Ridgefield and all its villages. Everyone sits in a circle and memories and stories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history are shared. The discussion is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve all the stories of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. Everyone is invited\, just bring your love of history and your curiosity. Some people come to every session while others attend when the topic is of special interest to them. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance here. For more information about this free program see www.ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-ridgefield-place-name-stories/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Ridgebury-Map.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgefield Historical Society":MAILTO:info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20231125T034712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231125T034856Z UID:19948-1702980000-1702983600@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club - Christmas Memories in Ridgefield DESCRIPTION:Christmas Memories in Ridgefield will be the topic for the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday\, December 19\, 2023 at 10am in the historic Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane. Jack Sanders\, who has written over 10 books on Ridgefield history\, will be on hand. Parking at the Scott House is limited and carpooling is recommended. Come to share memories or just to listen. Seating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance here. \n\n\n\nThis gathering will delve into the rich tapestry of holiday traditions that have woven through the community over the years. What were your family\, neighborhood\, school and church celebrations? Where did your family shop for Christmas gifts and where did you get your Christmas trees? Did you visit with Santa Claus? This meeting will be a delightful exploration of Ridgefield’s history and the enduring spirit of the season. If you have any photos or perhaps a special Christmas gift you’ve saved over the years\, please bring them with you for show and tell! \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, a program of the Historical Society\, meets regularly throughout the year to discuss the history of Ridgefield and all its villages. All are invited: just bring your love of history and your curiosity. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club is an informal community story telling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) where everyone sits in a circle and shares memories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion will be recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve the memories of all of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this free program contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-christmas-memories-in-ridgefield/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/girls-with-christmas-presents.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20231101T020222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T021242Z UID:19869-1700560800-1700564400@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:History Club: Photographing Ridgefield with Clarence Korker DESCRIPTION:Photographing Ridgefield with Clarence Korker will be the topic for the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday\, November 21\, 2023 at 10am in the historic David Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane. Jack Sanders\, who has written 10 books on Ridgefield history\, will be on hand. Parking at the Scott House is limited and carpooling is recommended. Come to share memories or just to listen. Seating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance. \n\n\n\nClarence “Korky” Korker\, the longtime photographer of Ridgefield people and places\, and the former owner of the Ridgefield Photo Shop snapped thousands of photographs during his forty-year career in the mid-1900s\, which are the now are part of the Ridgefield Historical Society’s collection and currently being digitized. This informal discussion will be devoted to looking at Korker’s streetscapes\, sharing stories\, and reminiscing about how Ridgefield has changed over the years. \n\n\n\nWere you ever photographed by Korky? If you have any photos or objects related to this topic\, please bring them with you for show and tell! \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, a program of the Historical Society\, meets regularly throughout the year to discuss the history of Ridgefield and all its villages. All are invited: just bring your love of history and your curiosity. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club is an informal community story telling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) where everyone sits in a circle and shares memories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion will be recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve the memories of all of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this free program see www.ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. \n\n\n\nEvent photo: Clarence Korker self-portrait\, circa 1950. From the collection of the Ridgefield Historical Society. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/history-club-korker/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Free Events,Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Clarence-Korker-Self-Portrait-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20230921T205937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T200700Z UID:19788-1697536800-1697540400@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgfield History Club - Silvio Bedini's Ridgefield DESCRIPTION:Silvio Bedini’s Ridgefield will be the topic for the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday\, October 17\, 2023 at 10am in the historic David Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane. Jack Sanders\, who has written 10 books on Ridgefield history\, will be on hand. Parking at the Scott House is limited and carpooling is recommended. Come to share memories or just to listen. Seating is limited at the Scott House\, so we ask that you register in advance. \n\n\n\nOur special guests at this gathering will be Leandra and Peter Bedini\, children of the late historian and author Silvio Bedini. The informal discussion will be devoted to the published histories of Ridgefield and the overall history of the town. Author of the 1958 town history\, Ridgefield in Review\, Silvio Bedini was a curator at the Smithsonian Institution for many years and the author of many books. Historical research was his passion\, which is how when he was asked to produce a brochure for the town’s 250th anniversary celebration it became\, in three months\, a 411-page book. \n\n\n\nIf you have any photos or objects related to the history of Ridgefield\, please bring them with you for show and tell! \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, a program of the Historical Society\, meets regularly throughout the year to discuss the history of Ridgefield and all its villages. All are invited: just bring your love of history and your curiosity. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club is an informal story telling session (it’s not a presentation or lecture) where everyone sits in a circle and shares memories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion will be recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve the memories of all of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this free program see www.ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgfield-history-club-silvio-bedinis-ridgefield/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Bedini-Silvio-A.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20230902T184332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230902T184414Z UID:19728-1695117600-1695121200@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club - Farming in Ridgefield DESCRIPTION:Farming in Ridgefield will be the topic for the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday\, September 19\, 2023 at 10am in the historic David Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane. Jack Sanders\, who has written 10 books on Ridgefield history\, will be on hand. \n\n\n\nParking at the Scott House is limited and carpooling is recommended. Registration is required here to attend this free program. \n\n\n\nIt’s harvest season and we invite you to join us as we unearth the fascinating history of farming in our picturesque town. From humble beginnings to thriving agricultural enterprises\, this enlightening session will transport you through time\, shedding light on the things that have shaped Ridgefield’s farming heritage. Get ready to plow through the past and sow the seeds of knowledge with us as we share memories and stories about places like Conklin’s\, Dic-Ree\, Stonehill\, Walnut Grove\, Elmer Leeson’s\, and Irving Keeler’s farms. If you have any photos or objects related farming in Ridgefield\, please bring them with you for show and tell! \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, a program of the Historical Society\, will meet regularly throughout the year to discuss the history of Ridgefield and all its villages. All are invited: just bring your love of history and your curiosity. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new about our wonderful town. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club is an informal story telling session (it’s not a presentation or lecture) where everyone sits in a circle and shares memories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion will be recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve the memories of all of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this free program contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-farming-in-ridgefield/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/09-05-2023HistoryClubwicopee-farm.haying.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgefield Historical Society":MAILTO:info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T230000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20230731T164949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T193428Z UID:19433-1692093600-1692140400@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club is Going Back to School DESCRIPTION:In August at the Ridgefield Historical Society\, we’re thinking about school days. \n\n\n\nWhich schools did you attend? Did you walk to school or take a bus? Who drove the bus? \n\n\n\nWhat did you most want to have on the first day of school? Where did your family buy school supplies and back-to-school clothes? Were there dress codes? \n\n\n\nWho were the favorite teachers? \n\n\n\nGoing to School in Ridgefield will be the topic for The Ridgefield Historical Society’s Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday\, Aug. 15\, at 10 am in the David Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane. Jack Sanders\, who has written 10 books on Ridgefield history and is working on one about Ridgefield’s district schools\, will be on hand. \n\n\n\nParking at the Scott House is limited and carpooling is recommended. To attend this free program please register by clicking here. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Historical Society welcomes all to share their educational past and reflect on the evolution of Ridgefield schools from the district schoolhouses of the 18th\, 19th and 20th centuries (the last one closed in 1939) to the present day educational system. If you have any photos or objects related to going to school in Ridgefield\, please bring them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club\, a program of the Historical Society\, will meet regularly throughout the year to discuss the history of Ridgefield and all its villages. All are invited: just bring a love of history and some curiosity. This is a great opportunity to connect with other history enthusiasts and learn something new. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield History Club is an informal community storytelling program (it’s not a presentation or lecture) where participants share memories related to a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history. The discussion will be audio recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve the memories of all of Ridgefield’s people\, places\, and events for future generations. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this free program contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-is-going-back-to-school/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Center-School-ca-1910.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T100000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20230522T211700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T215200Z UID:19223-1689674400-1689674400@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield History Club\, a program of the Ridgefield Historical Society\, is an informal monthly gathering in which attendees speak and reminisce together about a particular topic in Ridgefield history. \n\n\n\nThe topic for the July 18th meeting is Ridgefield’s Businesses Past and Present. Jack Sanders\, who has written 10 books on Ridgefield history\, will be on hand.Over the years\, there have been many businesses Ridgefield that have come and gone with the changes in the community’s needs\, the growth of Ridgefield and surrounding areas\, and technological advances. What businesses\, that no longer exist\, do you remember best? Did your family have any favorite stores or restaurants? Did you or your friends work in any of these places? If you have any photos or objects related to Ridgefield’s businesses\, please bring them with you for show and tell! \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here >>\n\n\n\n\nParking at the Scott House is limited\, and registration is required to attend. Carpooling is highly encouraged. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-4/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Squash.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T100000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20230512T123815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T135251Z UID:19041-1687255200-1687255200@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield History Club\, a program of the Ridgefield Historical Society\, is an informal monthly gathering in which attendees speak and reminisce together about a particular topic in Ridgefield history. \n\n\n\nThe topic for the June 20th meeting is Ridgefield’s Italian community. Jack Sanders\, who has written 10 books on Ridgefield history\, will be on hand. \n\n\n\nImmigrants from Italy starting arriving in Ridgefield during the 19th century and they helped shape the fabric of the town. Many of their descendants continue to live and work in Ridgefield today. What Italian families or businesses in town do you remember? Is your family from Italy? What customs and traditions are uniquely Italian? What is your favorite Italian food and who cooked it best in Ridgefield? What are your memories of the Italian American Club? If you have any photos or objects related to Ridgefield’s Italian community\, please bring them with you for show and tell! \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here >>\n\n\n\n\nParking at the Scott House is limited\, and registration is required to attend. Carpooling is highly encouraged. URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-3/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Benvenuto-Carboni-family-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T100000 DTSTAMP:20260419T042337 CREATED:20230430T163711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T214251Z UID:18617-1684836000-1684836000@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield History Club\, a program of the Ridgefield Historical Society\, is an informal monthly gathering in which attendees speak and reminisce together about a particular topic in Ridgefield history. \n\n\n\nThis inaugural meeting in May 2023 is an open event with no predetermined topic. You may learn more about the Ridgefield History Club here. Registration is required and attendance is limited to 30 participants. Attendees are encouraged to carpool as parking at the Scott House is limited. \n\n\n\nRegister here URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-2/ LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877 CATEGORIES:Ridgefield History Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ridgefield-ct.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR