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SUMMARY:Ridgefield CT Commemorates America at 250 Presents: Party in the Park!
DESCRIPTION:Ridgefield CT Commemorates America at 250 Presents: Party in the Park!\n\n\n\nJoin the Ridgefield Historical Society on July 4\, 2026 from 11am-2pm in Ballard Park for an unforgettable celebration of our nation’s 250th anniversary. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpend the afternoon with lively contra (folk) dancing\, toe-tapping live music by Bourbon and Britches\, and a wide range of family-friendly entertainment. Enjoy face painting\, a balloon artist\, a magician\, glitter tattoos\, a stilt walker\, interactive activity stations and more. There is something for all ages. The afternoon will also include the opportunity to reflect on the enduring words of the Declaration of Independence presented by the Keeler Tavern Museum and History Center. \n\n\n\nBallard Park is the place to be this Independence Day as we mark this historic milestone together. Don’t miss it. For more information go to: https://ridgefieldct250.org/
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-ct-commemorates-america-at-250-presents-party-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Ballard Park\, 485 Main St\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:Graveside "Sit In"
DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield Graveyard Restoration Committee\, which is an official town committee will be hosting a graveside “sit in” on June 14 at the Branchville Cemetery on Florida Hill Rd. (just off route102 near route 7).  All records of those buried at this cemetery have been lost!  In an attempt to identify those who are interred there or hold a deed for future burials\, the Ridgefield Graveyard Restoration Committee will be onsite for this gravside “sit in”.  The Ridgefield Historical Society houses records for the committee in our vault located at our headquarters at the Scott House.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/graveside-sit-in/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Memorial Day Parade\n\n\n\nOn Monday\, May 25 at 11:30 a.m.\, the Ridgefield Historical Society will join Ridgefield’s Memorial Day Parade with a float honoring the countless residents who gave their lives in service to the nation\, as we mark the 250th anniversary of America this year. Volunteers and staff will be walking alongside the float. The parade begins at 11:30 a.m. with a rifle salute at the veterans monument in front of Jesse Lee Memorial United Methodist Church\, 207 Main Street\, and concludes with ceremonies at Ballard Park. If you’d like to walk with us in the parade contact: info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Volunteer BBQ
DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield Historical Society is kicking off summer with a volunteer BBQ on the lawn of the Scott House! We are so grateful to all those who volunteer their time in support of our mission. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a day with Historical Society friends as we decorate our little Scott House float for the parade the next day. Kindly RSVP to info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/volunteer-bbq/
LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Ridgefield Neighbors & Newcomers Non-profit Fair
DESCRIPTION:Ridgefield Neighbors & Newcomers Non-profit Fair\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Historical Society is pleased to participate in the second annual Ridgefield Non-Profit Fair\, hosted by Ridgefield Neighbors and Newcomers on Sunday\, April 19\, 2025\, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Yanity Gym at 60 Prospect Street in Ridgefield\, CT. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis free community event offers an opportunity for residents to explore local organizations and discover ways to get involved. Visitors to our table can learn about Ridgefield’s rich history\, our exciting projects\, upcoming programs\, volunteer opportunities\, and how to support our mission of preserving and sharing the town’s heritage. We look forward to connecting with community members and welcoming new friends to the Historical Society! \n\n\n\nRidgefield Neighbors and Newcomers\, formerly known as the Newcomers Club of Ridgefield for over 50 years\, recently changed their name and mission to deepen their connections to the Ridgefield community. They are a non-profit organization dedicated to inspired events and meaningful social opportunities that bring together members from Ridgefield and surrounding communities. They can be reached at ridgefieldnewcomers.org or info@ridgefieldnewcomers.org \n\n\n\nFor more information about the Ridgefield Historical Society contact: info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or 203-438-5821
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-neighbors-newcomers-non-profit-fair/
LOCATION:Yanity Gym\, 60 Prospect Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Faces from the Past: A History Mystery that Connects a Family to Ridgefield
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets Here\n\n\n\n\nFaces from the Past: A History Mystery that Connects a Family to Ridgefield\n\n\n\nNote: This program was scheduled for Sun. Feb. 1 but because of illness has been postponed to Sun. March 15\, 2026 at 2 pm. \n\n\n\nA family lost\, now found through the collision of serendipity and sheer luck. A prominent foundational Ridgefield family whose revolutionary story has been forgotten for 200 years\, will now be revealed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSix portraits from the early 19th Century comprise a remarkable art and history mystery\, which began in Ridgefield. Their story will be revealed on Sunday\, March 15\, at 2 p.m. at Lounsbury House at 316 Main St. in Ridgefield\, CT by Melanie Beal Marks\, principal researcher and owner of CT House Histories\, who is a member of the Historic Preservation Committee of the Ridgefield Historical Society. This program\, co-sponsored by Lounsbury House\, is part of the Ridgefield Historical Society’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of America in 2026. \n\n\n\nAs the national Semiquincentennial celebration begins\, it’s fitting to observe that the patriarch of this family\, Benjamin Lynes\, was personally involved in the Revolutionary War\, as a Redding teenager taken captive by British troops and then as an American soldier\, serving at West Point. He was a longtime prominent resident of Ridgebury and is one of 14 Revolutionary War soldiers buried in Ridgebury Cemetery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe six portraits from the Lynes family will be on loan from a private collector for the afternoon program and this presentation will mark the very first time this collection of portraits has been seen publicly. There will be ample opportunity to see these paintings\, done by at least two different artists (unknown). Come learn about the subjects’ storied lives while living in Ridgefield\, New York City and Norwalk and discover how these portraits landed in the hands of the current owner. \n\n\n\nMelanie Beal Marks\, whose meticulous house histories bring a wealth of documented information to homeowners who engage her\, is also recognized for her knowledge of the itinerant portraitist Ammi Phillips. In 2022\, she helped organize an exhibit of Phillips’ work with the Kent Historical Society. Melanie had been studying Ammi Phillips\, also known as the “Kent Limner\,” for several years\, helping to establish provenance for paintings done nearly 200 years ago. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn Jan 25 Melanie will share the story of how the Lynes portraits came to her attention and how she found the keys to unlocking the mystery of who this group of portraits included. She’ll share the stories of Patriot and patriarch\, Benjamin Lynes’ five children but will focus in on his son\, Samuel\, Samuel’s wife\, and their daughter and her husband. Their portraits will also be on display – as well as that of Benjamin’s wife. It’s a story of many twists\, a genealogical/historical mystery\, now solved. \n\n\n\nTickets for this program are limited\, nonrefundable\, and available from the Ridgefield Historical Society at ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org Refreshments will be served. The media sponsor for this event is Bedford and New Canaan Magazine. For more information contact info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or 203-438-5821. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets Here
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/faces-from-the-past-a-history-mystery-that-connects-a-family-to-ridgefield/
LOCATION:Lounsbury House\, 316 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:God Save the King! Loyalism in Ridgefield\, Connecticut During the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets Here\n\n\n\n\nGod Save the King! Loyalism in Ridgefield\, Connecticut During the American Revolution\n\n\n\nOn Thursday\, January 8\, 2026\, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, the Ridgefield Historical Society will host Keith Marshall Jones III\, author\, historian\, and the founding President of the Ridgefield Historical Society\, who will give an illustrated presentation and sign his new book\, “God Save the King! Loyalism in Ridgefield\, Connecticut During the American Revolution 1765-1786”\, at St. Stephen’s Church North Hall\, 353 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, CT. Our friends at Books on the Common will have books for sale at the presentation. Admission is free\, but tickets are required and a limited quantity are available online here. Donations to support the work of the Ridgefield Historical Society are appreciated. This program is part of the Ridgefield Historical Society’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of America in 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy did the Connecticut legislature call Ridgefield a “Tory Town?” Who were the local Loyalists that would not disavow British King George until six months after the Battle of Bunker (Breeds) Hill? And\, what fate befell them after Ridgefield became the last of Connecticut’s seventy-two chartered towns to join the Patriot cause? Learn how entwined loyalties to the Church\, the land\, community\, Connecticut Colony\, and the British Crown turned neighbor against neighbor in Ridgefield’s darkest chapter of the Revolutionary era. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeith Marshall Jones III is author of several books including: THE BATTLE OF RIDGEFIELD\, sub-titled Benedict Arnold\, the Patriot Militia\, and the Surprising 1777 Battle that Galvanized Revolutionary Connecticut (2024); JOHN LAURANCE\, the Immigrant Founding Father America Never Knew (awarded the American Philosophical Society’s 2019 “Publication of the Year”); CONGRESS AS MY GOVERNMENT\, Chief Justice John Marshall in the War for Independence (2008); Farmers Against the Crown (2002); The Farms of Farmingville (2001). Keith lives in New York City and Connecticut. \n\n\n\nThe snow date is Fri. Jan. 9 at 6:30pm. For more information contact the Ridgefield Historical Society at info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or 203-438-5821\, or view ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets Here
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/god-save-the-king-loyalism-in-ridgefield-connecticut-during-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Saint Stephen’s Church North Hall\, 353 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T170000
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SUMMARY:Notice of Special Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE OF SPECIAL ANNUAL MEETING \n\n\n\nA Special Meeting of the Members of the Ridgefield Historical Society (RHS) will be held on Tuesday\, December 16\, 2025\, at 4:45 p.m. All members of the RHS are invited and welcome to attend. \n\n\n\nThe sole item on the agenda shall be to approve and adopt new By-Laws for the operation of the RHS. The proposed by-laws have already been unanimously approved by the Board of Directors. \n\n\n\nYou have the right to review the proposed by-laws prior to the meeting. If you would like a copy\, you may pick one up at the RHS headquarters (the 1714 Scott House)\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield CT 06877. If you would like to receive a copy by email\, please request one from Eric Hutner (RHS Secretary) at  ehutner@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org If you have any questions about the proposed by-laws\, you can email Eric Hutner or call him at 917-699-6981.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/notice-of-special-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T090000
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SUMMARY:Silhouettes by Deborah O'Connor
DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\nSilhouettes\, a beloved tradition and benefit for the Ridgefield Historical Society\, returns for the holiday season on Sunday December 14\, 2025 from 9am-2pm. This event sells out quickly every year\, so be sure to make your reservation today. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCalling all children\, families\, and yes even pets! Silhouettes make a unique holiday gift. Make an appointment here and join us at the historic Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane on Dec. 14 to have beautiful handcut silhouette portraits created for you and your family\, including your dogs and cats. Each silhouette\, starting at $30 each\, is cut in exacting detail by Rhode Island artist Deborah O’Connor. Ms. O’Connor has been practicing this lost art for over forty years. This year silhouettes can also be made from digital profile pictures submitted online in advance. We recommend that all pet silhouette orders be submitted using digital profile photos of your pets (see “Advance Orders” instructions below). \n\n\n\nReservations and Pricing \n\n\n\nThere are just 29 appointments available for this special event. Register here on Zeffy and pay a $30 nonrefundable deposit here which reserves your seat for one in person appointment which will be applied to the total cost of your silhouette(s)\, which start at $30 each and up. Ms. O’Connor can create silhouettes for 1-2 subjects during each 10 minute appointment. If you plan to have silhouettes made for more than 2 subjects\, please book two consecutive 10 minute appointments. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nYou can purchase just the unframed silhouette\, or you can have it matted and framed for an additional cost. \n\n\n\nOne original unframed silhouette: $30 \n\n\n\nExtra unframed copy of the silhouette: $15 \n\n\n\nAdditional Add-on Options: \n\n\n\nMat (8″x10″) for one subject: $10 \n\n\n\nMat (11″x14″) for groupings of 2-3 subjects: $20 \n\n\n\nPlain Black Oval Frame (5”x7”) for one subject: $20 \n\n\n\nPlain Black Oval Frame (8”x10”) for groupings of 2-3 subjects: $30 \n\n\n\nDeluxe Oval Frame with gold leaf (5″x7″) for one subject: $40 \n\n\n\nDeluxe Oval Frame with gold leaf (8″x10″) for groupings of 2-3 subjects: $60 \n\n\n\nMembers of the Ridgefield Historical Society will receive a 10% discount on their total order during check out at the Scott House on Sun. Dec. 14. Not a member? Sign up here to take advantage of this member benefit: https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/support-us/membership/ \n\n\n\nPlease arrive at the Ridgefield Historical Society 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment to check in\, fill out your order form\, and process your payment. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated. Deposits are nonrefundable for late or missed appointments. Parking at the Historical Society is limited and traffic is heavy. Please allocate extra travel time to get to this event. Plan to be with us for about an hour for check-in\, the cutting\, and framing. We appreciate your patience during this process. \n\n\n\nAdvance Orders \n\n\n\nSkip the line and submit your profile photos in digital format in advance on Ms. O’Connor’s website https://thesilhouettelady.com/ and then pick up your completed silhouettes at the Ridgefield Historical Society. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the checkout process for advance orders on Ms. O’Connor’s website\, when asked for the name of the fundraiser’s sponsoring organization in the “ENTER SPONSORING GROUP’S NAME FOR FUNDRAISERS”\, enter “Ridgefield Historical Society”. Do not pay by credit card\, instead choose “PAY LATER WHEN PICKING UP ORDER AT FUNDRAISER”. You will pay for your order when you pick it up at the Ridgefield Historical Society on Sun. Dec. 14 between 9am and 2pm. Do not make a reservation or pay a deposit on the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Zeffy page for advance orders being made through Ms. O’Connor’s website. \n\n\n\nSilhouettes History \n\n\n\nSilhouette cutting is done entirely freehand in a matter of minutes. Working with multiple layers of paper\, it is possible to create several silhouettes of the same subject at once. These extra “copies” are traditionally sold at half the cost of the “original”\, and make wonderful gifts. There is a magical quality to this art\, beyond the fascination of seeing how quickly an accurate portrait is produced\, using only scissors and a trained eye. That special quality is the unique ability of a silhouette to seemingly capture the very “essence” of a person. Once experienced you will become an enthusiastic fan of the art. These loyal fans have sought out the dwindling number of practitioners with enough frequency to keep the art from extinction. \n\n\n\nBefore the invention of the camera\, the silhouette ranked as the most popular form of portraiture. Compared to other means of having a portrait done\, silhouettes were inexpensive. Previous to being dubbed “silhouettes” they were called “shades” or “shadows”. The term silhouette derived from a French minister of finance and amateur shade cutter named Etienne de Silhouette. His stringent financial policies caused the slogan “a la Silhouette” to be used in reference to anything that was considered “cheap” in France at that time. The name stuck unfortunately\, denigrating what is truly a fine art\, into something that sounds almost worthless. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn the bright side\, most people are no longer aware of that association. One other quality that is unique to silhouettes\, is how they tend to remain displayed on the walls of a home for decades. They slowly and unintentionally evolve into becoming a family’s most treasured heirlooms. Capturing the essence of a person\, which is timeless\, they do not become outdated\, as photographs do and tend to remain untouched and on display for decades. Historians have attributed the survival of so many intact antique silhouettes to this fact. Join us for the opportunity to have heirloom quality silhouettes created for your family. \n\n\n\nFor More Information \n\n\n\nContact the Ridgefield Historical Society at ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org\, info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org\, or 203-438-5821. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/silhouettes-by-deborah-oconnor-2/
LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Ridgefield Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Adding to the festive charm of the Ridgefield Holiday House Tour\, the Holiday Market at Lounsbury House\, 316 Main Street\, in Ridgefield\, CT will be open to the public throughout the day\, no tour ticket required. Visitors are invited to stop in between 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to enjoy holiday shopping\, browse an array of exceptional raffle prizes\, and soak in the spirit of the season at this historic Ridgefield landmark. Proceeds from both the Holiday Market and the Raffle benefit two great Ridgefield nonprofits\, Tiger Hollow Inc. and the Ridgefield Historical Society\, supporting their ongoing work to enrich the Ridgefield community through athletics\, preservation\, education\, and cultural programming. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Holiday Market is open to the public with free admission and will feature a curated selection of local merchants offering unique gifts\, artisanal goods\, and festive treats\, perfect for seasonal shopping and last-minute holiday finds. Participating vendors include Always In Bloom\, Anthony Cacciola’s Memorabilia\, Aura Wine Bar\, Botanicals By Jessica\, The Collected Haus\, Corner Cafe\, Five Hundred By Fives\, In Lovely Letters & Co\, Michelle DiMicelli\, Milo Blue Design\, Oak & Vale\, Paula’s Lux Line\, Peaceable Hill Paperie\, Ridgefield Historical Society\, Salt Air Wood Turnings\, Stacey’s Totally Baked\, and Wink. Shoppers and visitors are encouraged to stop by and enjoy the warmth\, creativity\, and community spirit that make this special event a beloved Ridgefield holiday tradition. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Holiday Raffle is open to the public and offers everyone the chance to win a range of exceptional prizes. Raffle ticket holders will have the opportunity to choose which prizes they’d like to enter for by placing their ticket(s) in the designated box for each item. Prize offerings include: • A two-night stay for two at the Cambria Boston Downtown Seaport Hotel with breakfast and valet parking (value $990) • A three-hour interior design/home-improvement consultation with LL & Co. architecture + interiors (value $750) • A custom portrait of you by artist Sara Kaplan (value $10\,000) • A designer brushed-brass candle and carved walnut stacking tray from Bassam Fellows (value $750) • An antique hand-pieced 19th-century “Bow Tie/Pinwheel” quilt (value $1\,000) • 60 Minute De-Stress Massage at Adam Broderick Salon & Spa (value $109) • Four rounds of golf for four at each of the following clubs: Raritan Valley Country Club (NJ) (value $600)\, Tumble Brook Country Club (CT) (value $600)\, Harrison Meadows Golf Club (NY) (value $600)\, and Westchester Hills Golf Club (NY) (value $600). Tickets (three tickets for $20) may be purchased online or at registration\, and winners do not need to be present at the drawing. Attendance is not required to participate in the raffle. If you’re unable to come to Lounsbury House on Dec. 6 to place your tickets in the designated raffle boxes\, we’ll be happy to do so on your behalf — just contact us by email (info@ridgefieldholidayhousetour.org) with the items you’d like to select. \n\n\n\nFor more information contact info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or 203-438-5821.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Lounsbury House\, 316 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Tellabration
DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate the art of storytelling at this year’s Tellabration from 2pm to 3pm on Saturday\, November 15\, 2025 at the Historical Society’s Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield. Originally founded in 1988 by PawPaw Pinkerton in Connecticut\, Tellabration has grown into a global tradition\, bringing people together through the power of shared stories. \n\n\n\nThis year\, the Ridgefield Historical Society invites you to gather for an afternoon of local tales\, centered around the theme “Your Ridgefield Story.” Our storytellers will share true\, four-minute stories that connect to our town’s rich history\, weaving together personal experiences and community memories. \n\n\n\nThe event will be held at the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Scott House\, and promises to be a joyful celebration of friendship\, humanity\, and the enduring tradition of storytelling. The afternoon will be hosted by Dr. Darla Shaw who will serve as MC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured storytellers will be: Ira Joe Fisher\, Poet Laureate; Andree Beebe\, Dr. Blaine Langberg\, Tammy Strom\, Mike Jaykus\, Jim Ward\, Fran Head\, Wendy Lionetti\, Antoinette Brennan\, Mary McDonald Conroy\, and Ronnie Viggiano with a special tribute.  \n\n\n\nDue to limited parking at the Scott House\, registration is requested for this free event. Secure your seat by registering here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tellabration-your-ridgefield-story-tickets-1965676100130?aff=oddtdtcreator \n\n\n\nOverflow parking is available at Ridgefield Supply at 29 Prospect Street. For more information\, please contact the Ridgefield Historical Society at 203-438-5821 or email info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/tellabration-3/
LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T113000
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SUMMARY:Here Lyes Ye Body: A Talk and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tickets Here\n\n\n\n\nUPDATE 10/8/2025: \n\n\n\nAll spaces for the cemetery walk on Sun. Nov. 16 are sold out. Tickets are still available for the talk at Lounsbury House on Sat. Nov. 15. If you purchase a ticket now as of 10/8/2025 you will only be able to attend the talk at Lounsbury House on Sat. Nov. 15 and you will not be able to attend the walk in the cemetery. \n\n\n\nA special two-part talk & walk program\, presented by the Ridgefield Historical Society and Lounsbury House\, will introduce some fascinating characters and families\, all now permanent residents of Ridgefield. \n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, November 15\, 10:00-11:30 a.m. at Lounsbury House\, 316 Main Street\, step into the past for a spellbinding afternoon of history\, storytelling\, and discovery as acclaimed broadcaster and poet Ira Joe Fisher interviews local historian and author Jack Sanders about his fascinating book\, Here Lyes Ye Body. Sanders will share insights on our historic cemeteries and forgotten tales of generations past. With Fisher’s thoughtful questions and Sanders’ deep knowledge and wit\, the discussion will uncover the rich narratives carved into old gravestones\, revealing stories of the people that came before us. Their conversation will be followed by an opportunity for audience questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJack Sanders\, the former editor of the Ridgefield Press for 45 years and author of over 10 books on Ridgefield’s history\, spent many years visiting town cemeteries\, both as a person devoted to the history of Ridgefield and as a volunteer for FindAGrave.com\, a 30-year-old community effort that now has more than 250 million entries of individual memorials. Inspired by the wealth of material written in stone\, Sanders followed up with further research\, which led to his book Here Lyes Ye Body\, published in 2022. \n\n\n\nCopies of Here Lyes Ye Body will be available for purchase from our friends at Books on the Common located at 404 Main St. in advance of the program and at the door\, and attendees will have the opportunity to have them signed by Jack Sanders after the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUPDATE 10/8/2025: \n\n\n\nAll spaces for the cemetery walk on Sun. Nov. 16 are sold out. Tickets are still available for the talk at Lounsbury House on Sat. Nov. 15.  If you purchase a ticket now as of 10/2/2025 you will only be able to attend the talk at Lounsbury House on Sat. Nov. 15 and you will not be able to attend the walk in the cemetery. \n\n\n\nA discussion of cemeteries calls for a field trip\, and Sanders will lead a walk (NOW SOLD OUT as of 10/8/2025) through the six cemeteries that make up the cemetery (bounded by North Salem Road\, Mapleshade Road and North Street in Ridgefield) on Sunday\, Nov. 16\, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. He’ll point out notable graves and tell the stories of their “owners.” Participants should expect a mile of walking over uneven lawn. Please carpool and park at Mapleshade Cemetery (entrance at North Street/Mapleshade Road). \n\n\n\nTickets are limited\, non-refundable\, and expected to sell out quickly. Tickets for the Saturday Talk ONLY are $15 for members of Lounsbury House or the Ridgefield Historical Society\, $20 for those who are not yet members. You will not be able to attend the cemetery walk for tickets purchased after 10/8/2025. \n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets Here\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, call 203-438-5821 or email info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org \n\n\n\nThank you to D. Colabella Art Gallery\, Books on the Common and Local-Insta for their sponsorship support.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/here-lyes-ye-body-a-talk-and-walk/
LOCATION:Lounsbury House\, 316 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T150000
DTSTAMP:20250614T170846Z
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SUMMARY:Summerfest
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ridgefield Historical Society at Summerfest — Saturday\, July 26 \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Historical Society invites you to stop by our booth at Summerfest 2025 on Saturday\, July 26\, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Ridgefield. Hosted by the Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce\, this vibrant celebration of community brings Main Street to life with sidewalk sales\, local artisans\, food\, live entertainment\, a touch-a-truck experience\, and more. Admission is free. \n\n\n\nVisit our booth to: \n\n\n\nEnjoy hands-on history activities for all ages \n\n\n\nPick up free Historical Society keepsakes \n\n\n\nShop a curated selection of Ridgefield history merchandise \n\n\n\nChat with our knowledgeable staff and volunteers about our exciting ongoing initiatives — including the Battle of Ridgefield Archaeology Project\, forensic analysis of the historic skeletal remains\, the Branchville Schoolhouse restoration\, our town-wide Historic Resources Inventory\, and the Ridgefield Oral History Project — and learn how you can get involved. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re solving a mini history mystery or exploring our town’s past through vintage maps and photos\, there’s something for everyone to discover. \n\n\n\nSummerfest is the perfect opportunity to enjoy Ridgefield in full summer spirit — with neighbors\, friends\, and visitors all gathering to celebrate the charm of our town. \n\n\n\nLast year’s event buzzed with energy\, drawing thousands for a day full of fun\, discovery\, and connection. We can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\nLearn more about the Ridgefield Historical Society at ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org. For event details\, visit ridgefieldchamber.org.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/summerfest/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T150000
DTSTAMP:20250614T162659Z
CREATED:20250614T161612Z
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SUMMARY:Ridgefield's America 250 Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:July 4 Event Begins Year of Celebration \n\n\n\nRidgefield Commemorates America at 250 Commission’s year of townwide initiatives to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence starting on July 4\, 2025\, with the Keeler Tavern Museum and History Center’s traditional July 4 celebration from 11 to 3. The Ridgefield Historical Society will be at the event and we invite everyone to stop at our table to say hello and to talk about the amazing history of our town. Bring questions – we love them! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBell ringing has long been a part of July 4 celebrations\, so stop by the Ridgefield Historical Society table to pick up your own bell to herald the beginning of a year of celebration of the freedoms our forefathers fought for. Traditionally\, the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia is “tapped” at 2 pm on July 4 in a ceremony honoring the signing of the Declaration of Independence on that date in 1776. Many towns across the country ring church bells and school bells at the same time. \n\n\n\n\nIf you’ve wondered about the name of the street or road on which you live\, come ask for its history. We’ll be equipped with Ridgefield Names by Jack Sanders\, which includes not only streets and roads\, but also interesting place names\, some of them pretty amusing. (Ever heard of a place called Peespunk? Do you know where the Wolf Pits were? What’s one of the most misspelled road names in Ridgefield?) \n\n\n\nThe day will begin with a fife and drum duo marching down Main Street to KTM&HC. Throughout the day\, visitors will enjoy a wide range of family-friendly activities\, including: museum tours; costumed reenactors; demonstrations of historic crafts such as spinning and shoemaking; kids’ games\, crafts\, and a scavenger hunt; live music and dance on the tented terrace; a dunk tank to dunk King George; a vintage firetruck; an art exhibit in the barn curated by the Ridgefield Guild of Artists; free watermelon; assorted merchandise; and more! Grilled BBQ menu options and other refreshments will be on sale. The event will culminate with the reading of the Declaration of Independence by community members\, followed by a rendition of “America the Beautiful” and a reading of Frederick Douglass’s speech\, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree admission. No onsite parking. The event will begin with a fife and drum duo marching down Main Street to KTM&HC. Throughout the day\, visitors will enjoy a wide range of family-friendly activities\, including: museum tours; costumed reenactors; demonstrations of historic crafts such as spinning and shoemaking; kids’ games\, crafts\, and a scavenger hunt; live music and dance on the tented terrace; a dunk tank to dunk King George; a vintage firetruck; an art exhibit in the barn curated by the Ridgefield Guild of Artists; free watermelon; assorted merchandise; and more! Grilled BBQ menu options and other refreshments will be on sale. The event will culminate with the reading of the Declaration of Independence by community members\, followed by a rendition of “America the Beautiful” and a reading of Frederick Douglass’s speech\, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” \n\n\n\nFree admission. No onsite parking. All proceeds from the BBQ to benefit the RCA250 town committee. \n\n\n\nAs Ridgefield’s United States Semiquincentennial year gets underway\, it’s a great time to learn about and celebrate the history of our town and delve into how it fits into the fabric of our country. Events will continue throughout the next year\, culminating in the town’s 250th celebration on July 4\, 2026. For more information\, visit ridgefieldct250.org.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefields-america-250-kickoff/
LOCATION:Keeler Tavern\, 152 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:America 250,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T170000
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SUMMARY:Where's Waldo?
DESCRIPTION:July is the month for youngsters who enjoy a challenge: Finding the striped-shirted fellow at a variety of Ridgefield locations\, including the Ridgefield Historical Society\, in a program sponsored by Books on the Common at 404 Main Street.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll participants should pick up their passports from Books on the Common in late June; this year\, there are 25 locations where Waldo will be hiding. We at the Ridgefield Historical Society will be participating for the entire month of July on the days we are open\, Tuesday through Thursday\, from 1-5pm at the Scott House on 4 Sunset Lane and on Sunday\, July 27 from 1-4pm at The Peter Parley/West Lane District Schoolhouse on West Lane at South Salem Rd. We’ll have some history-related items to show visitors and stickers for the passports (assuming Waldo is found!) \n\n\n\nAt the end of July\, children who have found Waldo in at least 10 places will receive a sticker and a button from Books on the Common; those with 20 will also be entered into a prize drawing on July 31. #booksonthecommon on Facebook; Ridgefield Historical Society.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/wheres-waldo-2/
LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T140000
DTSTAMP:20250617T054620Z
CREATED:20250617T054428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T054620Z
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SUMMARY:Bee Historic Coffee Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a complimentary tasting of Bee Historic\, the Ridgefield Historical Society’s new limited-edition coffee blend\, at Queen B Coffee Co. at 417 Main Street in Ridgefield. A portion of the proceeds from each bag sold supports the Society’s mission to preserve and share Ridgefield’s rich history.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/bee-historic-coffee-tasting-2/
LOCATION:Queen B\, 417 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T150000
DTSTAMP:20250414T053801Z
CREATED:20250414T053452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T053801Z
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SUMMARY:Pride in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Ridgefield Historical Society will have a table at Pride in the Park at Ballard Park on Sunday\, June 1\, from 12 to 3pm and will be sharing Ridgefield’s LGBTQIA+ history as well as talking about our oral history project. Admission is free and all are welcome. \n\n\n\nA generous grant awarded by CT Humanities to the Ridgefield Historical Society\, supported this project. This initiative is a collaboration of the Ridgefield Historical Society\, Ridgefield CT Pride\, and student volunteers from Ridgefield High School to diversify the Ridgefield Historical Society’s oral history collection.  \n\n\n\n“We’re thrilled that CT Humanities awarded us this grant to support our innovative oral history project and celebrate our community’s diverse history\,” said Stephen Bartkus\, Executive Director of the Ridgefield Historical Society. “This project will document the untold stories of LGBTQIA+ residents in Ridgefield\, a significant step towards filling a gap in our historical record while encouraging intergenerational connections within our community.”
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/pride-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Ballard Park\, 485 Main St\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:LGBTQIA+,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T052941Z
CREATED:20250414T052828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T052941Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield Historical Society will add its float to Ridgefield’s Memorial Day parade\, commemorating the history and sacrifice of countless residents\, on Monday\, May 26. Volunteers will be walking alongside the float. The parade begins at 11:30 a.m. with a rifle salute at the veterans monument in front of Jesse Lee Memorial United Methodist Church\, 207 Main Street\, and concludes with ceremonies at Ballard Park. If you’d like to walk with us in the parade contact: info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/22076/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T180000
DTSTAMP:20250414T055928Z
CREATED:20250414T055602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T055928Z
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SUMMARY:Ridgefield Playhouse Presents: Ridgefield Town Party
DESCRIPTION:This FREE community celebration will feature live entertainment\, great food\, and family-friendly fun\, in collaboration with local nonprofits\, to bring Ridgefield together for a day of connection and celebration of Ridgefield Playhouse’s 25th Anniversary! \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Historical Society and Ridgefield Garden Club will have a table filled with Ridgefield history\, gardens\, and handouts\, and will be talking about and selling tickets to the Spring Soiree and Ridgefield Garden Tour. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule of Events:12:00-4:00PM:– Ridgefield Non-profits Perform: The Ridgefield Chorale\, SPHERE\, The Ridgefield Theater Barn\, Prospector Theater\, and A.C.T. of CT– Children’s activities sponsored by Ridgefield Academy– Delicious food & drinks available for purchase from local food trucks– One-of-a-kind auction items \n\n\n\n4:00-6:00PM:– Ridgefield Playhouse Headliner: Guster \n\n\n\nAdmission:FREE tickets available for all Ridgefield residents\, businesses\, and their employees. Spots are limited\, reserve yours today! \n\n\n\nNon-Profit Booths:A.C.T. of CT\, The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum\, Compassionate Ridgefield\, Founders Hall\, Keeler Tavern Museum\, Lounsbury House\, Prospector Theater\, Ridgefield A Better Chance\, Ridgefield Academy\, The Ridgefield Chorale\, Ridgefield CT Pride\, Ridgefield Guild of Artists\, Ridgefield Historical Society (w/ The Ridgefield Garden Club)\, Ridgefield Library\, Ridgefield Lions Club\, SPHERE \n\n\n\nAbout Guster: \n\n\n\nGuster is an East Coast alt-rock band that started in the mid-’90s with a mix of acoustic folk and pop. Over time\, they developed a bigger sound combining Brit-pop and American rock. Known for catchy hooks\, powerful choruses\, and unique hand-drumming\, they gained popularity in 1999 with their album Lost and Gone Forever\, featuring the hit “Fa Fa.” Later albums like Ganging Up on the Sun (featuring smash hit song “Satellite”) and Easy Wonderful (featuring hit “Do You Love Me”)\, received wide critical and popular acclaim. \n\n\n\nJOIN THE WAITLIST \n\n\n\nDue to an overwhelmingly positive response\, capacity has been reached for RSVPs. Please note that an RSVP does not guarantee a ticket. RSVP’s will be notified by April 14 if their attendance is confirmed. If you are interested in attending\, you may join the waitlist\, and if tickets become available\, you will receive a confirmation by May 12.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-playhouse-presents-ridgefield-town-party/
LOCATION:Ridgefield Playhouse\, 80 East Ridge\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20250414T053940Z
CREATED:20250311T051009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T053940Z
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SUMMARY:Ridgefield Neighbors & Newcomers Non-profit Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield Historical Society is pleased to participate in the inaugural Ridgefield Non-Profit Fair\, hosted by Ridgefield Neighbors and Newcomers on Sunday\, April 27\, 2025\, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Yanity Gym at 60 Prospect Street in Ridgefield\, CT. \n\n\n\nThis free community event offers an opportunity for residents to explore local organizations and discover ways to get involved. Visitors to our table can learn about Ridgefield’s rich history\, our exciting projects\, upcoming programs\, volunteer opportunities\, and how to support our mission of preserving and sharing the town’s heritage. We look forward to connecting with community members and welcoming new friends to the Historical Society! \n\n\n\nRidgefield Neighbors and Newcomers\, formerly known as the Newcomers Club of Ridgefield for over 50 years\, recently changed their name and mission to deepen their connections to the Ridgefield community. They are a non-profit organization dedicated to inspired events and meaningful social opportunities that bring together members from Ridgefield and surrounding communities. They can be reached at ridgefieldnewcomers.org or info@ridgefieldnewcomers.org \n\n\n\nFor more information contact: info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org or 203-438-5821 or view ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/ridgefield-historical-society-at-the-ridgefield-neighbors-newcomers-non-profit-fair/
LOCATION:Yanity Gym\, 60 Prospect Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000
DTSTAMP:20250412T232437Z
CREATED:20250412T232435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T232437Z
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SUMMARY:Bee Historic Coffee Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a complimentary tasting of Bee Historic\, the Ridgefield Historical Society’s new limited-edition coffee blend\, at Queen B Coffee Co. A portion of the proceeds from each bag sold supports the Society’s mission to preserve and share Ridgefield’s rich history.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/bee-historic-coffee-tasting/
LOCATION:Queen B\, 417 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20250208T005924Z
CREATED:20250125T003144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T005924Z
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SUMMARY:A Historical Tribute to Connecticut's Two Great Female Governors
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tickets Here\n\n\n\n\nTo commemorate Women’s History Month\, Dr. Darla Shaw\, Ridgefield resident and “retired” women’s studies professor at Western Connecticut State University\, will pay tribute to Connecticut’s two women governors on Sunday\, March 23\, 2025 at 2pm at the Ridgefield Historical Society at 4 Sunset Lane in Ridgefield\, CT.  \n\n\n\nTickets are discounted at $15 for members of the Ridgefield Historical Society and $20 for those who aren’t yet members. Tickets are very limited\, non-refundable\, and are expected to sell out quickly. If you’d like to become a member of the Ridgefield Historical Society click here: https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/support-us/membership/ \n\n\n\nDr. Darla Shaw will take on the role of Governor Ella Grasso (1975-80) talking about her rise from a child of poor immigrant parents to the first woman governor in the country (in her own right\, not succeeding a spouse). Dr. Shaw will also pay tribute to Governor Jodi Rell (2004-11) who lived in nearby Brookfield and passed recently. The stories of these two women show that anything is possible if you have the right attitude and work hard enough. Anyone with personal stories of either woman is welcome to share them at the presentation. \n\n\n\nPlease note\, parking at the Scott House is limited to nine spaces and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Additional parking is located at nearby businesses with a sidewalk connecting the locations. If walking presents a challenge due to mobility needs\, please contact the Historical Society at 203-438-5821 on Tue\, Wed\, or Thur in advance of this program for assistance. \n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets Here
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/a-historical-tribute-to-connecticuts-two-great-female-governors/
LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T140000
DTSTAMP:20241111T235636Z
CREATED:20241031T162044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T235636Z
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SUMMARY:Silhouettes by Deborah O'Connor
DESCRIPTION:11/11/2024 Update: Silhouettes is sold out and in-person appointments are no longer available. But you can still have your silhouettes created in time for the holidays. Email Ms. O’Connor your profile photographs by Wednesday\, December 4 and she will cut and frame the silhouettes in her studio and bring them with her for you to pick up at the Ridgefield Historical Society between 9am-2pm on Sun. Dec. 8\, 2024. This link gives you instructions for purchasing silhouettes in advance of the event using digital profile photographs: https://thesilhouettelady.com/how-to-order During the checkout process on Ms. O’Connor’s website\, when asked for the name of the fundraiser’s sponsoring organization in the “ENTER SPONSORING GROUP’S NAME FOR FUNDRAISERS”\, enter “Ridgefield Historical Society“. Do not pay by credit card\, instead choose “PAY LATER WHEN PICKING UP ORDER AT A FUNDRAISER“. \n\n\n\n\nSilhouettes\, a beloved tradition and benefit for the Ridgefield Historical Society\, returns for the holiday season on Sun. Dec. 8\, 2024 from 9am-2pm. This event sells out quickly every year\, so be sure to make your reservation today. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/silhouettes-by-deborah-oconnor-registration-1059129076579?aff=oddtdtcreato \n\n\n\n\nCalling all children\, families\, and yes even pets! Silhouettes make a unique holiday gift. Make an appointment here and join us at the historic Scott House at 4 Sunset Lane on Dec. 8 to have beautiful handcut silhouette portraits created for you and your family\, including your dogs and cats. Each silhouette\, starting at $30 each\, is cut in exacting detail by Rhode Island artist Deborah O’Connor. Ms. O’Connor has been practicing this lost art for over forty years. This year silhouettes can also be made from digital profile pictures submitted online in advance. \n\n\n\nThere are just 29 appointments available for this sure to sell out special event. Register here on Eventbrite and pay a $30 nonrefundable deposit here which reserves your seat for one appointment which will be applied to the total cost of your silhouette(s)\, which start at $30 each and up. The Eventbrite credit card fee of $3.85 is a separate additional expense for you and will not be applied to your silhouette purchase. Ms. O’Connor can create silhouettes for 1-2 subjects during each 10 minute appointment. If you plan to have silhouettes made for more than 2 subjects\, please book two consecutive 10 minute appointments. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can purchase just the unframed silhouette\, or you can have it matted and framed for an additional cost. \n\n\n\nOne original unframed silhouette: $30 \n\n\n\nExtra unframed copy of the silhouette: $15 \n\n\n\nAdditional Add-on Options: \n\n\n\nMat (8″x10″) for one subject: $10 \n\n\n\nMat (11″x14″) for groupings of 2-3 subjects: $20 \n\n\n\nFrame (5″x7″) for one subject: $40 \n\n\n\nFrame (8″x10″) for groupings of 2-3 subjects: $60 \n\n\n\nMembers of the Ridgefield Historical Society will receive a 10% discount on their total order at the Scott House on Sun. Dec. 8. Not a member? Sign up here to take advantage of this member benefit. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive at the Ridgefield Historical Society 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment to check in\, fill out your order form\, and process your payment. Late arrivals can not be accommodated and deposits are nonrefundable for missed appointments. Parking at the Historical Society is limited and traffic is heavy. Please allocate extra travel time to get to this event. \n\n\n\nAdvance Orders \n\n\n\nSkip the line and submit your profile photos in digital format in advance on Ms. O’Connor’s website https://thesilhouettelady.com/ and then pick up your completed silhouettes at the Ridgefield Historical Society. Follow these instructions: https://thesilhouettelady.com/how-to-order \n\n\n\nDuring the checkout process on Ms. O’Connor’s website\, when asked for the name of the fundraiser’s sponsoring organization in the “ENTER SPONSORING GROUP’S NAME FOR FUNDRAISERS”\, enter “Ridgefield Historical Society“. Do not pay by credit card\, instead choose “PAY LATER WHEN PICKING UP ORDER AT A FUNDRAISER“. You will pay for your order when you pick it up at the Ridgefield Historical Society on Sun. Dec. 8 between 9am and 2pm. An appointment on Eventbrite is not needed for advance orders with digital photographs. \n\n\n\nSilhouettes History \n\n\n\nSilhouette cutting is done entirely freehand in a matter of minutes. Working with multiple layers of paper\, it is possible to create several silhouettes of the same subject at once. These extra “copies” are traditionally sold at half the cost of the “original”\, and make wonderful gifts. There is a magical quality to this art\, beyond the fascination of seeing how quickly an accurate portrait is produced\, using only scissors and a trained eye. That special quality is the unique ability of a silhouette to seemingly capture the very “essence” of a person. Once experienced you will become an enthusiastic fan of the art. These loyal fans have sought out the dwindling number of practitioners with enough frequency to keep the art from extinction. \n\n\n\n\nBefore the invention of the camera\, the silhouette ranked as the most popular form of portraiture. Compared to other means of having a portrait done\, silhouettes were inexpensive. Previous to being dubbed “silhouettes” they were called “shades” or “shadows”. The term silhouette derived from a French minister of finance and amateur shade cutter named Etienne de Silhouette. His stringent financial policies caused the slogan “a la Silhouette” to be used in reference to anything that was considered “cheap” in France at that time. The name stuck unfortunately\, denigrating what is truly a fine art\, into something that sounds almost worthless. \n\n\n\n\nOn the bright side\, most people are no longer aware of that association. One other quality that is unique to silhouettes\, is how they tend to remain displayed on the walls of a home for decades. They slowly and unintentionally evolve into becoming a family’s most treasured heirlooms. Capturing the essence of a person\, which is timeless\, they do not become outdated\, as photographs do and tend to remain untouched and on display for decades. Historians have attributed the survival of so many intact antique silhouettes to this fact. Join us for the opportunity to have heirloom quality silhouettes created for your family. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nFor more information contact the Ridgefield Historical Society at ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org\, info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety\, or 203-438-5821.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/silhouettes-by-deborah-oconnor-returns-to-the-ridgefield-historical-society/
LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:92nd Cannon Grange Argricultural Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield Historical Society will be an exhibitor at the 92nd Cannon Grange Agricultural Fair at 25 Cannon Road in Wilton on Sunday\, Aug. 25\, 10am-4pm. \n\n\n\nThe much-anticipated annual event is the grand finale to summer and is enjoyed by hundreds of children and adults who participate in juried agricultural contests ranging from Culinary Arts to Poultry & Fowl\, to Rabbits\, Sewing & Needlework and many more. Details for entries are at cannongrange.org. Additionally\, dozens of concessionaires will be in attendance.  Admission is $2 per person. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Grange joined forces with the Cannon Grange in the 1950s\, uniting two organizations dedicated to preserving the agricultural legacy of Wilton and Ridgefield. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Historical Society will offer visitors an opportunity to delve into the rich history of Ridgefield and its agricultural heritage through a display of photographs and merchandise\, including a wide selection of Ridgefield history books\, which will be for sale.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/92nd-cannon-grange-argricultural-fair/
LOCATION:Cannon Grange Agricultural Fair\, 25 Cannon Road\, Wilton\, Connecticut
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Find us at Summerfest July 27
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and say hello to Ridgefield Historical Society volunteers who’ll be staffing our table at the 2024 Summerfest celebration on Main Street on Saturday\, July 27\, from 10 to 3. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce is organizing the family festival\, which will include sidewalk sales\, craft vendors\, food\, entertainment\, a touch-a-truck display and more. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Historical Society table will be in front of Town Hall.  We will be giving away Historical Society memorabilia\, selling books on the history of Ridgefield\, and answering any questions you may have about our mission and how we can help you get a better understanding of our town’s past\, present\, and future. \n\n\n\nSummerfest is always a great day as friends and neighbors and visitors stroll our lovely Main Street and enjoy all that the town has to offer. For more information about the Ridgefield Historical Society\, please visit our website\, https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/. For more about Summerfest\, visit ridgefieldchamber.org.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/find-us-at-summerfest-july-27/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Pride in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Ridgefield Historical Society will have a table at Pride in the Park at Ballard Park on Saturday\, June 1\, from noon to 3 and will be sharing Ridgefield LGBTQIA+ history as well as talking about an oral history project begun this year. Admission is free and all are welcome. \n\n\n\nA generous grant awarded by CT Humanities to the Ridgefield Historical Society\, will support this project. This two-year $50\,000 initiative is a collaboration of the Ridgefield Historical Society\, Ridgefield CT Pride\, and student volunteers from Ridgefield High School to diversify the Ridgefield Historical Society’s oral history collection.  \n\n\n\n“We’re thrilled that CT Humanities awarded us this grant to support our innovative oral history project and celebrate our community’s diverse history\,” said Stephen Bartkus\, Executive Director of the Ridgefield Historical Society. “This project will document the untold stories of LGBTQIA+ residents in Ridgefield\, a significant step towards filling a gap in our historical record while encouraging intergenerational connections within our community.”
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/history-is-being-preserved-learn-more-at-pride-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Ballard Park Ridgefield CT\, 485 Main St\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:LGBTQIA+,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield Historical Society will add its float to Ridgefield’s Memorial Day parade\, commemorating the history and sacrifice of countless residents\, on Monday\, May 27. Volunteers will be walking alongside the float. The parade begins at 11:30 a.m. with a rifle salute at the veterans monument in front of Jesse Lee Memorial United Methodist Church\, 207 Main Street\, and concludes with ceremonies at Ballard Park. If you’d like to join us in the parade contact: info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/see-you-on-main-street-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Cemetery Tour: "1918-19\, Not The Best of Times!"
DESCRIPTION:The Ridgefield Graveyard Restoration Committee\, which is an official town committee\, invites townspeople to a self-guided tour at the town’s main cemetery complex\, at the intersection of North Salem Road\, North Street\, and Mapleshade Road\, on Saturday\, May 4\, from 1 to 4 p.m. (rain date: Sunday\, May 5\, 1 to 4). There is no admission charge; freewill donations can be made to the Ridgefield Historical Society. Drive into the cemetery and check in at the registration table. \n\n\n\nThe theme will be “Not the best of times!” The committee is highlighting some of the graves of Ridgefielders who are believed to have died in the great Spanish flu epidemic of 1918-19. The vital records from those days didn’t often specify “influenza” so the deaths of a substantial group of 20-to-30-year-olds all within the time when influenza overran Connecticut are used as an indicator. \n\n\n\nWhile Ridgefielders were coming to the end of the Great War (World War I) and a global pandemic as 1920 approached\, there was a portion of the population that was prospering. Their monuments can also be found in the cemetery complex: people like George Pratt Ingersoll\, Harvey Platt Bissell\, and George A. Doubleday. (Mr. Doubleday actually lost his wife to influenza; wealth was not a protection.) \n\n\n\nThe cemeteries in the triangle bounded by North Salem Road\, Mapleshade Road\, and North Street include Titicus\, Mapleshade\, Scott’s\, Hurlbutt\, Fairlawn\, and Lounsbury. Access is from the gate at the intersection of Mapleshade Road and North Street; volunteers will guide tour-goers to parking and there will be maps guiding visitors to the highlighted graves. \n\n\n\nRepresentatives from the Ridgefield Historical Society\, which stores the records of the Graveyard Restoration Committee and hosts its meetings\, will be on hand at the tour with information about other Historical Society events. They will have copies of Jack Sanders’ book\, Here Lyes the Body\, about all of Ridgefield’s cemeteries\, for those who want to learn more about the many fascinating people who chose to make Ridgefield their final resting place.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/a-cemetery-tour-highlights-1918-19-not-the-best-of-times/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Downtown Ridgefield's Spring Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ridgefield Historical Society on Saturday May 4th from 10am-3pm on Main Street in Downtown Ridgefield to celebrate Spring! Try your hand at colonial games like a jacobs ladder\, spinning tops or ring toss.  Come visit us and learn more about how we are preserving and celebrating the history of Ridgefield.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/downtown-ridgefields-spring-stroll/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Remembering Ridgefield’s Covid Victims: A Memorial Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:A ceremony\, Remembering Ridgefield’s Covid Victims\, will take place Thursday\, April 18\, 2024 at 10 a.m. at the pocket park opposite the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane. \n\n\n\nThe Covid memorial tree\, donated and maintained by Steve Zemo for the town\, was dedicated last spring at the first ceremony. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to attend the 2024 gathering and to place flowers at the bottom of the tree in honor of those who lost their lives in the pandemic. The brief program will include remarks by First Selectman Rudy Marconi\, prayer by a representative of the Ridgefield Clergy Association\, and closing comments by Ridgefield Historical Society executive director Stephen Bartkus. \n\n\n\nThe Historical Society will then host a reception in the Scott House and highlight some of the objects and oral histories collected during the pandemic to preserve the memories of this global event as it affected Ridgefield. Please join us.  \n\n\n\nThe event free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Ridgefield Commission on Aging\, the Ridgefield Historical Society and Steve Zemo.
URL:https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org/event/remembering-ridgefields-covid-victims-a-memorial-ceremony/
LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, Connecticut\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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