Ridgefield

Artist Elida Field will lead a Cocktails and Canvas from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 5 at The Neighborhood Refuge, 113 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Adults ages 21 and older can enjoy an evening of painting and drinks. No experience needed. Field will guide students step-by-step to create an 11”x14” owl painting. Sign up at elidaart.com/product-page/paint-night-at-the-neighborhood-refuge-wise-owl.

Celebrate the beauty of autumn with a relaxing evening of wine, small bites, and cookie decorating. You'll decorate six charming fall-themed cookies while learning decorating tips and tricks to recreate them at home. Enjoy a complimentary drink as you welcome the season with friends and family.

The first Gather at Greely Friday. The Ridgefield Family Resource Center hosts a card-writing workshop for World Kindness Day. You write notes of encouragement, and they go into the snack bags the Resource Center sends home with local students. Free, family friendly, live music.

Art Chats are held once a month to promote awareness of art in our area, to encourage sharing our own art, to teach art techniques, to share local art events, and to network with your peers. Bring one or two pieces of your art to share, or just come to enjoy the camaraderie.

For ages 13–19

Art Chats are held once a month to promote awareness of art in our area, to encourage sharing our own art, to teach art techniques, to share local art events, and to network with your peers. Bring one or two pieces of your art to share, or just come to enjoy the camaraderie.

Wander & Whisk Cookie Co. will host a Thanksgiving cookie decorating class from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 19 at 14 Acres Vineyard and Winery, 2411 N.E. 244th St., Ridgefield. This event is for ages 21 and older. Register at wanderwhiskcookieco.com. The cost is $65 per person.