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Paws to Read - Main Library

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue).

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue).

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Paws to Read - Woods Branch

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Children's Library - Woods Library at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue).

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue).

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

FPL Storytime Outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

FPL Storytime Outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons
370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824

Saturdays: June 7 & August 2, 2025 @ 11:00 am

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

FPL Storytime Outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons
370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824

Saturdays: June 7 & August 2, 2025 @ 11:00 am

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Summer Reading Kickoff @ Fairfield Museum Commons

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

oin us outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons to kickoff this year’s Summer Reading Challenge: Level Up! Drop by between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm for some fun during the start of summer vacation.

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

oin us outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons to kickoff this year’s Summer Reading Challenge: Level Up! Drop by between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm for some fun during the start of summer vacation.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with peanuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Summer Dance Party for the Littles!

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Let’s have a Summer Dance Party outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons! Join us from 10:30-11:00 am for this special event for kiddos ages 0-5 at our Summer Reading Kickoff!

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event, Storytime
Description:

Let’s have a Summer Dance Party outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons! Join us from 10:30-11:00 am for this special event for kiddos ages 0-5 at our Summer Reading Kickoff!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Farmer’s Market Storytime at the Sherman Green Gazebo

Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages, Preschool, Children

Please check our online events calendar for cancellations due to weather.

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Please check our online events calendar for cancellations due to weather.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with peanuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Dwight & McKinley Elementary School Night

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Sherman Elementary School Night

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Game On! Keepsake Case

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Keepsake Case – Let’s do an upcycling project! We will use collage materials to transform audiobook cases into unique keepsake cases with pockets where you can store trading cards or other special mementos.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Keepsake Case – Let’s do an upcycling project! We will use collage materials to transform audiobook cases into unique keepsake cases with pockets where you can store trading cards or other special mementos.

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Riverfield Elementary School Night

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Make Music Fairfield

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Road Courtyard at Main Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch

Fairfield Public Library is so happy to participate in Make Music Fairfield again in 2025!!

Location: Main Library
Room: Old Post Road Courtyard
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Description:

Fairfield Public Library is so happy to participate in Make Music Fairfield again in 2025!!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Osborn Hill Elementary School Night

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Holland Hill & Mill Hill Elementary School Night

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Jennings & Burr Elementary School Night

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Game On! Make Your Own Puzzle

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Make Your Own Puzzle – Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Join us for some puzzle fun and create your own small puzzle using a cardboard template and your imagination!

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Make Your Own Puzzle – Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Join us for some puzzle fun and create your own small puzzle using a cardboard template and your imagination!

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

North Stratfield & Stratfield Elementary School Night

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

ALTOID TRAVEL GAME CRAFT

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Children

Join us at the Library to design and create your very own pocket-sized mini game set inside a metal tin--perfect to play anytime, anywhere.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Description:

Join us at the Library to design and create your very own pocket-sized mini game set inside a metal tin--perfect to play anytime, anywhere.

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Game On! Super Mushroom Decoration

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Super Mushroom Decoration – Let’s celebrate the Super Mario game series by making a cool Super Mushroom decoration.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Super Mushroom Decoration – Let’s celebrate the Super Mario game series by making a cool Super Mushroom decoration.

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pokémon

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Children

Join us at the Library to transform a paper roll into a Pikachu with pointy ears and a lightning bolt tail. This project is creative, hands-on, and the perfect way to make your own Pokémon buddy! 

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Description:

Join us at the Library to transform a paper roll into a Pikachu with pointy ears and a lightning bolt tail. This project is creative, hands-on, and the perfect way to make your own Pokémon buddy! 

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.

This event is in the "Children" group.

MESStival

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Let's have some messy fun! Join us at our MESStival to make slime and then explore stations with messy materials like kinetic sand, playdough, paint and touch tubs. Each MESStival date will feature the same stations.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Let's have some messy fun! Join us at our MESStival to make slime and then explore stations with messy materials like kinetic sand, playdough, paint and touch tubs. Each MESStival date will feature the same stations.

Disclaimer(s)

The Fairfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize photographs or video taken at the library for future library publications or other library publicity.  All library patrons consent to the use of their photo/video taken at the library or during library events for such purposes.  If a patron does not wish to be photographed/videoed, the patron must notify the library staff to that effect.