Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Looking for the silver lining!

It has been in use for barely two weeks, and our drive-up book return box met with an accident today, when a delivery truck backed into it.  It is bent out of shape, to say the least, and cannot be used at present.

While not a wished-for occurrence, this does give us the opportunity to remind people that we would actually prefer all returns to be made through the drop slots in the wall of the building if possible.  The freestanding box is intended principally for the convenience of those not wanting to get out of their cars.

If you are parking or getting out of your car anyway, please take your items to the wall-mounted returns, where you can feed them directly into our new materials handling system, which checks them in and sorts them for shelving automatically.  This saves a lot of time for the staff and gets items back to the shelves or to the next person on the waiting list faster and more efficiently.  There is a return slot in the outside of the building, to the right of the main doors from the parking lot and also one inside the main lobby.

Thanks for your cooperation.  We will let you know as soon as the drive-up return box is back in action.

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Where is the bike rack at the new Library?

From the Frequently Asked Questions File: What about Bike Racks?

There is a bike rack installed in the terrace space between the Library and the Prospector, with access off Prospect Street. Unfortunately this is not accessible until the theater construction is complete and that area is opened to the public (in July).

We are also looking into installing a second rack on the parking lot side of the building.  Director Chris Nolan has found a delightful rack that spells out the word BOOKS. You could help make this a reality with your contribution through our Wish List at http://librarywishlist.com/wl/WishList_home.cfm?x=989 

Monday, May 19, 2014

What's Up with the Locked Bathroom Doors?

From the Frequently Asked Questions File: What's Up with the Locked Bathroom Doors?

Our apologies for the inconvenience of the locked bathrooms in the Commons and in the Children's Library.  It was not our intention to have these doors permanently locked from the outside, requiring users to ask for a key like at a service station on the highway!  These 4 doors (of the dozens in the building) were shipped from the factory with the wrong lock set.  We are awaiting replacements and hope to have this problem eliminated very soon.  Thanks for your patience in the meantime.

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Library Tours Available

Haven't had a chance to become familiar with the new Ridgefield Library yet? Guided tours led by the Friends of the Library will be offered several times a week for the rest of the month. Check ridgefieldlibrary.org to see the schedule; sign up required.

Friday, May 9, 2014

Today's the Day!

The countdown is complete and we have reached Opening Weekend!  Check out the full schedule of activities for Friday, Saturday and Sunday at  http://www.ridgefieldlibrary.org/about/giveto_library/OpeningWeekend.shtml

Thursday, May 8, 2014

T-1: Countdown to Opening Weekend!

We’ve all waited a long time for this: It’s now one day until it all happens. Please join us for the start of Opening Weekend tomorrow. Thank you, Ridgefield.

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

T-2: Countdown to Opening Weekend!

Most new adult fiction and non-fiction books can be borrowed for two weeks.  But we make an exception for those really long books!  Look for “28-Day New” spine labels on tomes by the likes of Ken Follett and Stephen King and take your time to savor them.

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.

T-2: Countdown to Opening Weekend!

Most new adult fiction and non-fiction books can be borrowed for two weeks.  But we make an exception for those really long books!  Look for “28-Day New” spine labels on tomes by the likes of Ken Follett and Stephen King and take your time to savor them.

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

T-3: Countdown to Opening Weekend!

The Ridgefield Library first opened its doors on Main Street in 1903. In three days you’ll get to walk through that same set of doors, beautifully reimagined (along with the rest of the Library).

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.

Monday, May 5, 2014

T-4: Countdown to Opening Weekend!

There are four self-serve checkout stations in the new Library, including three on the main floor and one right inside the newly re-opened Main Street doors.

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.

Sunday, May 4, 2014

T-5: Countdown to Opening Weekend!

Did you know the Library hosts five monthly book discussion groups for adults – AM Book Group, Critics’ Circle Book Group, The Nonfictioneers, Murder by the Book (for mystery lovers) and the Poetry Discussion Group?

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.

Saturday, May 3, 2014

T-6: Countdown to Opening Weekend!

With our new Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, patrons will be able to check out up to six books at a time, with no searching for barcodes or struggling with scanners.

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.

T-7: Countdown to Opening Weekend!

The new Ridgefield Library will offer seven study rooms for small meetings, group study or quiet concentration.  Some may be reserved in advance and others will be available on a drop-in basis.

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.

T-8: Countdown to Opening Weekend!


The 2013-2014 Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce membership directory lists eight banks, ten attorneys, five beauty salons – but only one public library.

Want to learn more about Ridgefield and our Library?  Visit our beautiful new building starting May 9th.  If you can't wait that long, you can go to ridgefieldlibrary.org today.