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Campaign for the New Ridgefield Library

Do It Once. Do It Right. Do It Now.

welcome to our vision

What the New Library Will Offer | So Much More Than Books | Watch New Library Video | Worthy of Note | Virtual Tour | What's New with the New Library?

The Ridgefield Library has an ambitious and exciting goal: to bring our Library into the 21st century through a carefully considered expansion and renovation project. The New Ridgefield Library will be a multilevel, energy efficient building with an open, flexible floor plan.

what will the new
library offer?

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  • The new Library will welcome all visitors. Toddlers to seniors will have age-appropriate areas to enjoy collections and programs of most interest to them. The Library Commons will be a hub for lively exchange, while quiet reading rooms will appeal to those looking for a more traditional ambiance.
  • A flexible technology infrastructure will provide convenient access to Library resources and emerging information delivery systems. Free, secure wireless and plentiful workstations will accommodate demand, and a technology resource center will support individual and group instruction.
  • The new Library will welcome all visitors. Toddlers to seniors will have age-appropriate areas to enjoy collections and programs of most interest to them. The Library Commons will be a hub for lively exchange, while quiet reading rooms will appeal to those looking for a more traditional ambiance.
  • Sprinkler and security systems will make the Library a safer and more secure environment. An ADA-compliant building will ensure access to Library services and resources for all community members. Collections will be easy to reach on the shelves. Assistive technologies will facilitate computer use and program participation by all.
  • Energy-efficient design and advanced building systems will result in manageable utility costs and a healthy and comfortable environment. The new Ridgefield Library will be the first LEED-certified public building in town.

 

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what's new with the new library?

Check out the latest happenings on the jobsite and more about the New Library on our new blog.

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worthy of note 

updated strategic plan --- thanks for your thoughts!

Many thanks to the more than 600 people who participated in our strategic planning process. 482 of you completed the online survey while 200 of you took the time to take part in focus group conversations.  Ridgefielders are a thoughtful and articulate bunch, and we have a lot of input to digest as we continue work on our new and updated Strategic Plan.  Stay tuned for release of our conclusions later in the year – and don’t hesitate to contribute any additional thoughts about the future of the Ridgefield Library at stratplan@ridgefieldlibrary.org

library has moved to temporary location

Modified library service is now available at 21 Governor Street, right down Main Street, in the former HayDay/Balducci's building. Here you will find our dedicated staff, app. 50% of our collections, Internet and WiFi access and more.  Many programs now take place at alternate locations; check our event calendar for updates. 

Temporary Street & Delivery Address:
21 Governor Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877

Mailing Address remains:
472 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT  06877

Telephone and email addresses all remain the same.

Find out more about library service in the temporary location.

More building project news

campaign progress

private fundraising to date as of 3/27/13: Over $15 million from nearly 1,300 donors!

We are thrilled that we have surpassed the $15 million private fundraising goal in our Campaign for the New Ridgefield Library. Achieving this has taken the combined efforts of many people and nearly 1,300 donors. Crossing this threshold upholds the private fundraising commitment associated with the passing of the referendum last March. Town funds of $5 million will be released to the Library at the point in time when the cash on hand has been spent by the Library. This is estimated to happen late this summer.

We continue to fundraise actively for costs associated with the roll-out of the New Library, including things such as advanced technology, relocation and interim operations, permits, marketing and fundraising and other costs in addition to bricks and mortar. Our goal is to raise an additional $2.8 million for these purposes.

here's how you can help

It's easy to become part of the Campaign for the New Ridgefield Library and ensure the success of this exciting project.  Click here to make a donation and to learn more about participating in the Community Mural, the Wall of Donors and other giving opportunities.

View the growing list of our Campaign supporters.

Be a Part of the Community Mural
Click here to purchase a book spine or silhouette on the Community Mural in the New Library for yourself or as a gift.

Buy a Brick!brick

Feeling nostalgic about the demolition of much of our old building to make way for the New Ridgefield Library? For just $10 you can purchase a brick to keep as a memento (makes a great bookend, paperweight or doorstop, too). Purchase yours today online or at the Circulation Desk.

 

so much more
than books...


our new library video

Watch a film about the Ridgefield Library – past, present and future.

Overview


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