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About Ridgefield
NY Times Article about Ridgefield Another NY Times Article about Ridgefield Ridgefield Historical Society Ridgefield Press Ridgefield Wikipedia Ridgefield Answer Book Downtown Ridgefield Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce	Housatonic Valley Council of Elected Officials Ridgefield Historical Society Ridgefield Library Ridgefield Public Schools Ridgefield Town Government Ridgefield History Ridgefield Lakes Association Fox Hill Lake Association

Ridgefield Community Our town is rich in values with a strong dedication to involvement and community service. If you're looking for it, there is certainly something for everyone. Just take a look at our breadth and depth of religious, service, community and social groups and clubs.
Worship: First Church of Christ, Scientist First Congregational Jesse Lee Memorial United Methodist Oak Tree Sangha Ridgebury Congregational Ridgefield Baptist St. Andrews Lutheran (ELCA) St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic St. Ignatius Retreat House St. Marys Catholic St. Stephens Episcopal Temple Shearith Israel Temple B'nai Chaim	Clubs and Community Groups: Democratic Town Committee Republican Town Committee Italian-American Mutual Aid Society Jerusalem Lodge of Masons Knights of Columbus Newcomers Club International Club of Ridgefield Ridgefield League of Women Voters Old Timer’s Association Ridgefield Men's Club Ridgefield Woman’s Club MOMS Club of Ridgefield The Writers Guild Writing Critique Group Caudatowa Garden Club Ridgebury Garden Club Ridgefield Garden Club Ridgefield Open Space Association UNA-USA of Connecticut St. Mary’s Sewing and Craft Guild Community Center Card Players American Legion Ridgefield Detachment Marine Corps League Veterans of Foreign Wars Main Street Singles Ridgefield Historical Society Fathers Club of Ridgefield
Community Service: A Better Chance in Ridgefield Appalachia Service Project Ridgefield Meals on Wheels National Charity League Ridgefield Kiwanis Club Ridgefield Rotary Club Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue

Outdoor Recreation and Sports Ridgefield is full of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Whether is a hike in the forest or organized sports, our town offers it all.
Golf: Ridgefield Public Golf Course Ridgefield Ladies Golf Association Ridgefield Men's Golf Club Silver Spring Country Club Belmonts Driving Range Other: North County Trailway The Discovery Center Ridgefield Parks and Rec Wintergarden Arena Ridgefield CycleSport Cycling Cue Sheets Wolfpit Running Club Martin Park Beach Rec Center Pool Everywoman’s Spirit Ridgefield Fitness Club Four Seasons Racquet Cub Ridgefield Athletic Club Mountain Workshop	Hiking Trails, Boating and Open Space: Catalog of Ridgefield Open Spaces Bennett's Pond Trail System Map Mamanasco Lake Pine Mountain / Hemlock Hills Trail System Map Pierrepont State Park Trail Map Ridgefield Open Space Association Woodcock Nature Center Ridgefield Rec Center Walking Trails Youth Sports: Skate Park Laurel Ridge Skating Club Soccer Club of Ridgefield Ridgefield Little League Ridgefield Babe Ruth Baseball Ridgefield Girls Softball Ridgefield Basketball Association Ridgefield Lacrosse Ridgefield Youth Football Ridgefield Youth Hockey Ridgefield Youth Wrestling Ridgefield Youth Cheerleading

Daycare in Ridgefield
Ridgefield offers many child daycare options for working parents.

The Children's Corner
All For Kids
Kaleidoscope Kids
My Nursery School
Ridgefield Montessori School
St Stephen's Nursery School
Almost Home and Almost Home II
Creative Children's Korner
Growing Tree
Methodist Nursery School
Ridgefield Community Kindergarten
St. Mary's Early Education Center

Art, Performing Arts and Museums
Ridgefield provides residents with a vibrant array of art and cultural resources including the world famous Aldrich Museum and world class performing arts at The Ridgefield Playhouse.

The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and Performing Arts
CHIRP
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum
Weir Farm
Ridgefield Theater Barn
Ridgefield Arts Council
Acoustic Celebration
Keeler Tavern Museum
The Ridgefield Chorale
Ridgefield Guild of Artists
Ridgefield Library
Ridgefield Symphony

Restaurants in Ridgefield Our restaurant choices run the gamut from neighborhood bar to some of the finest restaurants in New England. Click the links to view assorted restaurant reviews and menus. Bon Apeptit!
Gringo Cafe Starbucks Toscana Spagone 59 Bank Fifty Coins Planet Pizza Dimitris Diner Wild Ginger Thai Pearl	Venice Bailey's Backyard Thali Corner Pub East Ridge Cafe Piccolo The Catch La Saliere Luc's The Elms	Stonehenge Bernards Ancient Mariner Koo Gails Station House Lotus Mannen Japanese Restaurant Early Bird Cafe Southwest Cafe Cafe Svago

Shopping in Ridgefield Ridgefield provides a truly unique shopping experience with our selection of locally owned shops. There's not much you can't find in town. Additionally, in Danbury (just a few minutes drive) you'll find all of the major chain stores and big box stores. The Danbury Fair Mall has all the standard mall stores including Macys, Sears, EMS, Apple Store and many others.
Food Shopping Balduccis Super Stop n Shop Ancona's Market Milillo Farms Stew Leonard's Trader Joe's Parma Market	Clothing Stores Shoe LaLa Shoes and More The Gap Chicos Parker East Dry Goods Hutton's Mens Shop Talbots/Talbots Kids Suburban Couture Zipped
Other Local Stores Ridgefield Hardware Debra Ann's Homemade Chocolate Ridgefield Ski and Sport Bella Home Ridgefield Supply Bissell's Pharmacy The Tile Shop Ridgefield Pet Animal Fair Candlelight Shop Addessi Jewelers Bird's Nest	Major Chains CVS Kohl's Blockbuster Video Linens n Things Home Depot Target Walmart Lowes Bed Bath and Beyond Macys Sears Toys R Us Christmas Tree Shops Borders Barnes and Noble Staples Costco Circuit City Best Buy Sports Authority Bob's Stores

Commute to New York City
Several Metro North train stations conveniently serve Ridgefield residents. Parking is available at Goldens Bridge, Purdys and Branchville.
Click here for the Metro North website. Shuttle service is available to Katonah.

Approximate rush hour train travel times to/from Grand Central Terminal:

	Katonah	55 - 65 minutes
	Goldens Bridge	63 - 70 minutes
	Purdys	59 - 66 minutes
	Branchville	90 - 100 minutes
Click the station for directions, parking and schedule information
Shuttle Service from Ridgefield to Katonah Train Station

Major Area Airports
Ridgefield residents use several major area airports. Drive time ranges from 30 minutes to an hour and 20 minutes. Parking is available or can use Connecticut Limo or a private car service.


	White Plains Airport	26 miles by car
	Stewart International Airport	50 miles by car
	LaGuardia Airport	55 miles by car
	Kennedy International Airport	61 miles by car
	Bradley International Airport	81 miles by car
Click the links above airport for directions, parking, flight and schedule information. See maps below for more information.