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This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Woods & Crafts: Book Vases

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Learn how to upcycle books into beautiful vases. This great DIY project is perfect for a mantle or bookshelf.  Beginners welcome. Adults only. Register online. 

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Learn how to upcycle books into beautiful vases. This great DIY project is perfect for a mantle or bookshelf.  Beginners welcome. Adults only. Register online. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wednesday Walks

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Floor - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for a 1-hour Walk Around Fairfield This Spring!Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and come ready to meet new friends while enjoying the many benefits of walking.*Please n...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Main Floor - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Join us for a 1-hour Walk Around Fairfield This Spring!

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and come ready to meet new friends while enjoying the many benefits of walking.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

How Do I Get Started With Medicare?

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

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 chan...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 78
Description:
  • 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

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

Woods & Crafts: Book Vases

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Learn how to upcycle books into beautiful vases. This great DIY project is perfect for a mantle or bookshelf.  Beginners welcome. Adults only. Register online. 

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

Learn how to upcycle books into beautiful vases. This great DIY project is perfect for a mantle or bookshelf.  Beginners welcome. Adults only. Register online. 

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 "Adults" group.

BY PHONE: JOBS 2025: One-on-One Career Counseling

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Jobs & Small Business
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL CSILK@FPLCT.ORG TO ARRANGE  A TIME.ONE-ON-ONE CAREER COUNSELINGThe Main Library hosts 20-minute, one-on-one...

Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Small Business
Description:

Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL CSILK@FPLCT.ORG TO ARRANGE  A TIME.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Move Your Qi

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Qigong is a mind/body, self-care practice from China. It coordinates gentle movement, relaxed breathing and meditation with self-massage to energize the body. Qigong translates as ...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Description:

Qigong is a mind/body, self-care practice from China. It coordinates gentle movement, relaxed breathing and meditation with self-massage to energize the body.

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

Woods Book Buzz Book Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Join this monthly book group at Fairfield Woods Branch Library where we will discuss some buzz-worthy titles!  This month's selection is Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty.

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Join this monthly book group at Fairfield Woods Branch Library where we will discuss some buzz-worthy titles!  This month's selection is Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty.

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

Mahjong @ Woods

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

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 o...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Mahjong!
Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pm
Registration 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.

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

Your Kid's Not Lazy: Why Executive Function Skill Building is the Key to Longterm Success (K-4th Grade Parents)

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Science, Special Event, Health
Age Group:
Children, 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: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Science, Special Event, Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:

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

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

Quilting Basics

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Learn the basics of quilting with instructor, Vera Fernandes. In this three-part class she will walk you through the basics or help you brush up on your skills-...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:

Learn the basics of quilting with instructor, Vera Fernandes. In this three-part class she will walk you through the basics or help you brush up on your skills-great for beginners.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Turkish Coffee Tasting

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of Turkish Coffee.  Savor the rich flavors of authentic coffee along with Turkish Delight and snacks, while gaining a glimpse into Anatolian history a...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of Turkish Coffee.  Savor the rich flavors of authentic coffee along with Turkish Delight and snacks, while gaining a glimpse into Anatolian history and culture.

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

Watercolor Painting

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Join us for a vibrant and creative morning!In this workshop, we'll paint a beautiful summer landscape using watercolors. Take home your stunning piece of art and enjoy the process....

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Join us for a vibrant and creative morning!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner English Conversation Club

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Study Room H at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

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 c...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

In partnership with Literacy Volunteers of Greater Bridgeport we will be hosting an English conversation class every Monday evening.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fairfield Public Library Board of Trustees

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Monthly meeting of Fairfield Public Library Board of Trustees

Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting
Description:

Monthly meeting of Fairfield Public Library Board of Trustees

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mahjong @ Main

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Mahjong!Tuesdays from 10am-12pmRegistration required. No walk-ins.Mahjong meets at both Main and Woods branch. Please register for only one location each week.Registration begins o...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Mahjong!
Tuesdays from 10am-12pm
Registration required. No walk-ins.
Mahjong meets at both Main and Woods branch. Please register for only one location each week.

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 "Adults" group.

Wednesday Walks

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Floor - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for a 1-hour Walk Around Fairfield This Spring!Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and come ready to meet new friends while enjoying the many benefits of walking.*Please n...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Main Floor - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Join us for a 1-hour Walk Around Fairfield This Spring!

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and come ready to meet new friends while enjoying the many benefits of walking.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual: Women & Money Roundtable

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Finances
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Please join Liz Maccarone and Julia Strayer from Merrill Lynch Wealth Management as they discuss how to make sense of today's financial markets.  We will meet virtually from 1...

Required
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:

Please join Liz Maccarone and Julia Strayer from Merrill Lynch Wealth Management as they discuss how to make sense of today's financial markets.  We will meet virtually from 1:00-2:00pm on the following dates:

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

Embodied Meditation

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Join us to learn about and experience Embodied Meditation with Marika Baxter.  Embodied meditation is a series of somatic meditation practices that help deepen contact within ...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Description:

Join us to learn about and experience Embodied Meditation with Marika Baxter.  Embodied meditation is a series of somatic meditation practices that help deepen contact within ourselves and at the same time al

This event is in the "Adults" group.

International Book Club

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Annie B. Jennings Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Monthly meeting of International Book Club.  Selections are as follows:      January 8          The Innocent by Ian McEwan  ...

Location: Main Library
Room: Annie B. Jennings Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

Monthly meeting of International Book Club.  Selections are as follows:

     January 8          The Innocent by Ian McEwan

This event is in the "Adults" group.

BY PHONE: JOBS 2025: One-on-One Career Counseling

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Jobs & Small Business
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL CSILK@FPLCT.ORG TO ARRANGE  A TIME.ONE-ON-ONE CAREER COUNSELINGThe Main Library hosts 20-minute, one-on-one...

Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Small Business
Description:

Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL CSILK@FPLCT.ORG TO ARRANGE  A TIME.

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

Mahjong @ Woods

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

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 o...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Mahjong!
Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pm
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Destination Healthy Skin

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Library Grounds - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Destination Healthy Skin is The Skin Cancer Foundation’s mobile skin cancer screening and education program. Since its launch, the program’s team of volunteer dermatologists has:Pr...

Location: Main Library
Room: Library Grounds - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Description:

Destination Healthy Skin is The Skin Cancer Foundation’s mobile skin cancer screening and education program. Since its launch, the program’s team of volunteer dermatologists has: