Fairfield Public Library
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About Us
For more about the Fairfield Public Library, go to: http://fairfieldpubliclibrary.org/
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Contact Information
1080 Old Post Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
Call 203.256.3155
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Wednesday April 24 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
ABCs for 2s, 3s & 4s *Registration Class*
Children ages 2-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and rhymes that will help foster beginning reader skills. Activities will follow the storytime, making this a 45-minute class.Registration is required and is separate for each class each week. Please re......More
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Wednesday April 24 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Main Book Club - Gilded Mountain by Kate Manning
The April Book Club Choice is Gilded Mountain by Kate Manning. All are welcome. Claudia Silk is the moderator of the discussion.
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Wednesday April 24 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Stories Alive for 4s & 5s *Registration Class*
Stories, songs and activities for children ages 4-5. This class is designed to help children develop the motor and social skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Children's Library during the cla......More
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Wednesday April 24 2:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
downUNDER Afterschool Program
Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.*This program only meets on days school is in session. Start and End times are ......More
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Wednesday April 24 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Building Up!
Learn about famous structures from around the world. Then, experiment with some common things and see what you can build!For children in grades K-2. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event.......More
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Wednesday April 24 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Jewelry Making 101
No previous experience necessary. Learn the basics of using jewelry tools, designing jewelry, and using a beading board. Make a bracelet and earrings set, and take home the beading board. All materials are included. Space is limited - registration is required.Instructo......More
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Wednesday April 24 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Little Pub and Literature (Formerly Hitting the Books Book Club)
The Fairfield Public Library and Fairfield's Little Pub team up for a unique experience: book talk, cocktails, nosh, and laugh. Gather with old friends or make new ones. Nancy Sweeney, Fairfield Woods Branch Manager, will lead the discussion. Books are available at the......More
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Thursday April 25 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Outside Baby Rhyme Time
Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:00 amA lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to ......More
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Thursday April 25 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
ABCs for 2s, 3s & 4s
Children ages 2-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and rhymes that will help foster beginning reader skills. Activities will follow the storytime, making this a 45-minute class.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required to participate. We w......More
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Thursday April 25 9:45am - 10:15am EDT
Outside Wobbly Walkers
Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:45 amAn active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these cl......More
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Thursday April 25 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
BY PHONE: JOBS 2024: One-on-One Career Counseling
Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] TO ARRANGE A TIME.ONE-ON-ONE CAREER COUNSELINGThe Main Library hosts 20-minute, one-on-one counseling sessions with a career coach each week. Facilitator: Ann Wright has corporate HR ex......More
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Thursday April 25 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Outside Terrific Twos
Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 10:30 amSongs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to atten......More
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Thursday April 25 2:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
downUNDER Afterschool Program
Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.*This program only meets on days school is in session. Start and End times are ......More
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Thursday April 25 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Chess Club for Teens
Want to hang out and play chess? This low-key, teen-led chess meet-up is for players who have at least a minimum understanding of the basic rules of chess. Snacks will be served. Registration is required. Open to individuals in grades 6-12.
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Thursday April 25 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Reader's Theater
Let’s bring a story to life with a reader’s theater performance! During two classes, participants will rehearse together by reading aloud from a short script and developing their acting skills. At 4:30 pm during the class on May 2, families are invited to watch the fina......More
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Thursday April 25 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Mahjong @ Woods
Mahjong!Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pmRegistration required. No walk-ins.Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in China, and has gained wide-spread popularity in the West over the past century.Join Fairfield Public Library's on-going Mahjong group! We play only......More
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Friday April 26 9:00am - Sunday April 28 4:30pm EDT
Friends of the Fairfield Public Library Big Book Sale
Come browse The Friends of Fairfield Public Library's Big Book Sale to benefit FPL! Nearly 10,000 gently-used books, DVDs, and other special items for all ages and interests will be for sale, most priced between $1-$5, with a small number of collectibles selling a bit......More
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Friday April 26 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Outside Drop-In Storytime
An open class for all with songs, a story and a related activity that is geared toward ages 2-5. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*For children ages 0-5 (PreK only) with their caregivers. Activity is geared for children ages 2-5, available for the fi......More
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Friday April 26 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Sing & Stomp at the Sherman Green (Gazebo)
Join us for special outside Sing & Stomp Classes! Sing & Stomp is an active storytime for families with children ages 0-5! Hop, sing and dance with your child through songs and rhymes!Location: Sherman Green Gazebo (1451 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824)Registration is no......More
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Friday April 26 2:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
downUNDER Afterschool Program
Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.*This program only meets on days school is in session. Start and End times are ......More
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Saturday April 27 1:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Dungeons and Dragons Saturday Meet-Up
Looking for something that encourages creative thinking, problem-solving, strategy, cooperative effort, and even a little acting? Then join our us for a Dungeons and Dragons meet-up. Players new to the game are welcome. Each session is its own individual story.Registra......More
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Sunday April 28 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Spring Jigsaw Puzzle Swap 2024
Drop off puzzles Monday, April 1, to Saturday, April 27, 2024 at the Fairfield Woods Branch Library Information Desk. Puzzles must be 750 pieces or larger, with pieces secured in a Ziploc bag inside the box, new or gently used, and no missing pieces. Puzzles not in Zipl......More
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Sunday April 28 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Jennifer Butler Spring Fashion Show
Friends of the Fairfield Library present Fairfield fashion designer Jennifer Butler’s Spring/Summer collection for women and men in the Bruce Kershner Gallery at Main Library on Sunday, April 28th, at 3:30pm. Refreshments will be served.Tax deductible donations for the ......More
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Monday April 29 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
How Do I Get Started With Medicare?
Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Are you new to Medicare? Just turning age 65 or soon to be retiring? Learn about how and when to enroll, when you can make changes, and discover the different types of insurance options available to you. Join us fo......More
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Monday April 29 2:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
downUNDER Afterschool Program
Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.*This program only meets on days school is in session. Start and End times are ......More
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Monday April 29 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Lego® Club Drop-In
Do you love designing with LEGO® bricks? Put your imagination to work and join us for a fun-filled afternoon building with LEGOs® alongside your friends!For children in grades K-5. Drop-in program. Space is limited. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during ......More
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Monday April 29 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
English Conversation Club
In partnership with Literacy Volunteers of Greater Bridgeport we will be hosting an English conversation class every Monday evening.If you would like to improve and practice your conversation skill, we are here to help in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. All are welcome......More
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Monday April 29 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Bearing Witness: A Legacy of Survival and Hope
The daughter of Holocaust Survivors, speaker Bobbi Markowitz's mother was liberated from Auschwitz Concentration Camp and her Father from Dachau. This is the story of their journeys from Eastern Europe to Nazi Germany, their overwhelming losses, and miraculous survivals......More
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Tuesday April 30 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Baby Rhyme Time
A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. Please only plan to attend one Baby Rhyme Time class each week since the same class is offered two times.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required to participate. W......More
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Tuesday April 30 9:45am - 10:15am EDT
Wobbly Walkers
An active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver. Please only plan to attend one Wobbly Walkers class each week since the same class is offered two times.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is ......More
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Tuesday April 30 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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Tuesday April 30 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Terrific Twos
Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. Please only plan to attend one Terrific Twos class each week since the same class is offered two times.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required to participate. We will b......More
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Tuesday April 30 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Sing Me A Story Outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with dancing, singing and stories that incorporate music. For children ages 0-5 and their caregiver.Location: Fairfield Museum Commons (370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824)Registration is not required fo......More
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Tuesday April 30 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
downUNDER Afterschool Program
Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.*This program only meets on days school is in session. Start and End times are ......More
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Tuesday April 30 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Next Chapter Book Club Meeting
The Next Chapter Book Club is a fun, social, community-based book club for older teens and adults with intellectual disabilities who enjoy reading or listening to stories. At every meeting we share from our selected book, discuss, and socialize. There is no homework ......More
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Tuesday April 30 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Green Thumbs Gardening
Are you ready to get your hands dirty and have some fun? Discover the magic of gardening, learn about plants, and watch them grow right before your eyes! Join us for a day of planting at the Library!For children in grades K-5. Registration is required. Children attend i......More
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Tuesday April 30 6:30pm - 7:45pm EDT
Sew Studio with Jen Butler
This is a terrific sewing group led by the fabulous designer Jennifer Butler! All sewing-skill levels are welcome. Bring your own project to work on or grab a pattern from our files. For ages 12 and up.
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Wednesday May 1 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
ABCs for 2s, 3s & 4s *Registration Class*
Children ages 2-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and rhymes that will help foster beginning reader skills. Activities will follow the storytime, making this a 45-minute class.Registration is required and is separate for each class each week. Please re......More
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Wednesday May 1 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Stories Alive for 4s & 5s *Registration Class*
Stories, songs and activities for children ages 4-5. This class is designed to help children develop the motor and social skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Children's Library during the cla......More
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Wednesday May 1 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
Woods & Crafts Macramé Headband or Wristlet
Learn beginner macramé knots to fashion a headband or a wristlet. No experience necessary. Register online. Adults only.
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Thursday May 2 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Outside Baby Rhyme Time
Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:00 amA lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to ......More
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Thursday May 2 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
ABCs for 2s, 3s & 4s
Children ages 2-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and rhymes that will help foster beginning reader skills. Activities will follow the storytime, making this a 45-minute class.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required to participate. We w......More
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Thursday May 2 9:45am - 10:15am EDT
Outside Wobbly Walkers
Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:45 amAn active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these cl......More
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Thursday May 2 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
BY PHONE: JOBS 2024: One-on-One Career Counseling
Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] TO ARRANGE A TIME.ONE-ON-ONE CAREER COUNSELINGThe Main Library hosts 20-minute, one-on-one counseling sessions with a career coach each week. Facilitator: Ann Wright has corporate HR ex......More
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Thursday May 2 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Outside Terrific Twos
Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 10:30 amSongs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to atten......More
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Thursday May 2 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
One-on-One Medicare Appointment-CANCELLED
Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Have a question about your Medicare benefits? Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a volunteer from the Southwestern CT Agency on Aging (SWCAA). SWCAA is a non-profit whose focus is to help individuals navigate t......More
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Thursday May 2 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
One-on-One Medicare Appointment-CANCELLED
Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Have a question about your Medicare benefits? Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a volunteer from the Southwestern CT Agency on Aging (SWCAA). SWCAA is a non-profit whose focus is to help individuals navigate t......More
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Thursday May 2 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
One-on-One Medicare Appointment-CANCELLED
Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Have a question about your Medicare benefits? Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a volunteer from the Southwestern CT Agency on Aging (SWCAA). SWCAA is a non-profit whose focus is to help individuals navigate t......More
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Thursday May 2 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Reader's Theater
Let’s bring a story to life with a reader’s theater performance! During two classes, participants will rehearse together by reading aloud from a short script and developing their acting skills. At 4:30 pm during the class on May 2, families are invited to watch the fina......More
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Thursday May 2 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Mahjong @ Woods
Mahjong!Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pmRegistration required. No walk-ins.Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in China, and has gained wide-spread popularity in the West over the past century.Join Fairfield Public Library's on-going Mahjong group! We play only......More
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Thursday May 2 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Social Security Strategies and Your Retirement Future
Choosing when to elect your Social Security benefits can be one of the most important decisions as you approach retirement. During this educational workshop, you will learn the influence of timing strategies on tax liability and overall benefit values. We will discuss s......More
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Thursday May 2 6:30pm - 7:15pm EDT
Pajama Yoga Storytime
Get ready for bedtime by stretching your body and listening to a yoga story! Bring your own towel or yoga mat to be comfortable during your practice.For children ages 4-6. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Re......More
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Friday May 3 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Sing & Stomp at the Sherman Green (Gazebo)
Join us for special outside Sing & Stomp Classes! Sing & Stomp is an active storytime for families with children ages 0-5! Hop, sing and dance with your child through songs and rhymes!Location: Sherman Green Gazebo (1451 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824)Registration is no......More
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Friday May 3 3:15pm - 4:30pm EDT
"First Friday Jazz" with Mark Edinberg
Listen to pianist Mark Edinberg play relaxing jazz music as you browse.
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Friday May 3 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Anime Club Watch Party
Anime and manga lovers unite! Let's hang out, craft, and watch some Anime. Anime Club is a low-key gathering where ALL levels of fandom can interact without judgment. We will watch Anime, have some tasty Japanese snacks, and finish with a Kahoot. We will also have a......More
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Saturday May 4 12:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
D.I.Y. Take & Make Kit Supply Pickup -- Main Library
D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOT......More
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Saturday May 4 12:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
D.I.Y. Take & Make Kit Supply Pickup -- Woods Branch
D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOT......More