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downUNDER Afterschool Program

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

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 ...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

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 event is in the "Teens" group.

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

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 ...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

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 event is in the "Teens" group.

Drop-In Chess for Teens

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Teen Room - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

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 ser...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Teen Room - Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

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. 

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

Sew Studio with Jen Butler

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

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 file...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

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 ...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

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 event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Keys to College Success: How to Find Your Focus in a Distracting Environment

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Science, Special Event, Health, College Planning
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Description:

College brings newfound independence and with that freedom comes the challenge of managing distractions, staying on top of deadlines, and advocating for yourself. In this session, ...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science, Special Event, Health, College Planning
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

College brings newfound independence and with that freedom comes the challenge of managing distractions, staying on top of deadlines, and advocating for yourself.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Watch Club

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

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.&n...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Description:

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 fini

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Your Kid's Not Lazy: Why Executive Function Skill Building is the Key to Longterm Success

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Main Floor - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Science, Special Event, Health
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Description:

Believe it or not, struggles with motivation, organization, and follow-through aren’t about laziness. Many bright, capable kids face these challenges—not because they aren’t trying...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Main Floor - Main Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science, Special Event, Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Believe it or not, struggles with motivation, organization, and follow-through aren’t about laziness.

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

Robotics Workshop with the FTC Technobolts

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Description:

Curious About Robotics and the FIRST Tech Challenge? Join FTC Team Technobolts for an engaging introduction to this exciting competition! In this session, you will:Explore the...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Curious About Robotics and the FIRST Tech Challenge? Join FTC Team Technobolts for an engaging introduction to this exciting competition! In this session, you will:

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 "Teens" group.

Maker Meet-Up for Teens

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Harold B. Harris Maker Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafting, After School
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Join us in our Maker lab to create!  Each meeting will feature a different maker tool.  We will experiment  with the Glowforge laser cutter, sublimation printer, jou...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Harold B. Harris Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafting, After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Join us in our Maker lab to create!  Each meeting will feature a different maker tool.  We will experiment  with the Glowforge laser cutter, sublimation printer, journal binder, silhouette cutter, button maker, and more.

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

Sew Studio with Jen Butler

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

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 file...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Library Council Meeting

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group, After School
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Fairfield Public Library is looking for teens age 12 and up who are interested in making sure the library is meeting the needs and wants of teens in the community.  Council me...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion Group, After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Description:

Fairfield Public Library is looking for teens age 12 and up who are interested in making sure the library is meeting the needs and wants of teens in the community.  Council members are highly reliable and committed to being actively invo

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Essay Writing for Your College Application

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing, College Planning
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

The personal statement portion of the common app accounts for about 25% of weight during the admissions review process. Have you started yet, or are you a little panicked, still lo...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Writing, College Planning
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

The personal statement portion of the common app accounts for about 25% of weight during the admissions review process. Have you started yet, or are you a little panicked, still looking for a good topic?

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

Sew Studio with Jen Butler

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

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 file...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

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.

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

Sew Studio with Jen Butler

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

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 file...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

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.

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
Description:

Fairfield Public Library is so happy to participate in Make Music Fairfield again in 2025!! Part of the national Make Music Day celebration, Make Music Fairfield is music performed...

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 "Teens" group.

Extreme Anime Club Watch Party

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Extreme anime is back!  Do you love action-packed anime that has more of an edge like Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan, Full Metal Alchemist, or Death Note?  Then join us fo...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Extreme anime is back!  Do you love action-packed anime that has more of an edge like Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan, Full Metal Alchemist, or Death Note?  Then join us for this low-key gathering of lik