Name: Celebrate Christmas Eve at FCC
Start: 2025-12-24T16:00:05-05:00

The First Congregational Church of Ridgefield warmly invites you and your family to join us for three special worship services as we rejoice in the wonder of Christmas. Enjoy vibrant music and worship, and sing Silent Night by candlelight at all three services.

🎄 4:00 PM – Family Service 
Simple, unrehearsed, and joyfully participatory—everyone helps tell the Christmas story! Glow sticks included!
🎶 7:00 PM – Lessons &amp; Carols 
In person and on Zoom. Sing along as we journey through the story leading up to Christmas.
🕊️ 10:00 PM – Communion Service 
A quiet, hope-filled service centered on Peace on Earth.

We are conveniently located at 103 Main Street, near the fountain at the intersection of Main Street and West Lane (Routes 35 and 33). 

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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Welcome to Ridgefield Continuing Education! We hold classes year-round and some classes start soon – Day and Evening! – in Person and Zoom.
Advance registration is required. Registration contact information and the website link to all classes, as well as a downloadable brochure, is at the bottom of this article. 
 


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Tech journalist Lance Whitney will show you the major AI sites - ChatGPT, Bing AI, and Google Bard - and describe how to use them. He will also provide an overview of AI, explain what it means, and show you how AI can benefit you at work and at home. Instructor Lance Whitney is a technology journalist and the author of the book book “Teach Yourself Visually LinkedIn.” He’s also written a book on Windows 8. He currently writes for TechRepublic, ZDNet, PCMag, and other technology sites. Previously, he was a system administrator with Ciba Specialty Chemicals. He's taught a variety of continuing education courses at Ridgefield Continuing Education for several years. 2 hours $ 40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 36) Thur., 2/12 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Annex. 2 hours $ 40 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 36) Wed., 3/11 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Annex. 
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<ul><li>AI (Artificial Intelligence), CyberSecurity, eBay, Google Docs, Windows, iPhone, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Microsoft Office Tutorials.</li><li>Bridge, Mah Jongg.</li><li>Mushroom Walk, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, Cardio, LaBlast, Barre-Fusion, Line Dance, Event, Swing, Club and Ballroom Dance.</li><li>French, German, Italian, Spanish, Writing, History, Archaeology.</li><li>DSLR and Mirrorless Photography, iPhone Photography, iPhone.</li><li>Guitar, Piano, Interiors, Elder Law.</li><li>Knitting, Drawing and Painting, Cartoons</li><li>And more . . .</li></ul>
 
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HO HO HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
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🎁 Running for a Cause 
All proceeds help fund the food supplies for our 100,000-meal food packing event with Feed My Starving Children on March 7, 2026 at New Canaan High School.
Lace up, dress festive, and bring friends and family— 
let’s celebrate the season while making an impact!
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