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DAR: Genealogy Research Drop-in Session

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room G at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Genealogy Research Drop-in Session with the Daughters of the American Revolution:

Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room G
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Genealogy Research Drop-in Session with the Daughters of the American Revolution:

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons and Dragons Saturday Meet-Ups

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Study Room H at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

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.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

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.

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

Take Your Child to the Library Day: Learn to Ski - Main Library

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Let's celebrate "Take Your Child to the Library Day" with a fun skiing program! Ski2Me introduces young children to the joy of skiing, right where they read and learn.
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:
Let's celebrate "Take Your Child to the Library Day" with a fun skiing program! Ski2Me introduces young children to the joy of skiing, right where they read and learn.

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

Basics of Chocolate Truffle Making

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

If you simply love chocolate and cooking or would like to learn to make some elegant desserts and chocolates, register for Basics of Chocolate Truffle Making.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

If you simply love chocolate and cooking or would like to learn to make some elegant desserts and chocolates, register for Basics of Chocolate Truffle Making.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 23 months old with their caregiver. This class is intended for babies and those starting to walk.

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

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 23 months old with their caregiver. This class is intended for babies and those starting to walk.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
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 "Preschool" group

Winter Special: Books & Blocks *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

During this special storytime just for the Winter Session, children and caregivers will read stories, sing songs, and do rhymes, followed by hands-on block-building activities all to encourage early literacy, social emotional l

Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Special Event, Storytime
Description:

During this special storytime just for the Winter Session, children and caregivers will read stories, sing songs, and do rhymes, followed by hands-on block-building activities all to encourage early literacy, social emotional l

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

Felt Fortune Cookies

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
After School, America 250
Age Group:
Children

Join us at the Main Library as we celebrate Asian American culture with this iconic creation! We will make our own crafty felt fortune cookies and write messages of good fortune to hide inside.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School, America 250
Registration Required
Description:

Join us at the Main Library as we celebrate Asian American culture with this iconic creation! We will make our own crafty felt fortune cookies and write messages of good fortune to hide inside.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Lego® Drop-In

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch

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!

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School
Description:

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner English Conversation Club

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Study Room H at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults

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

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Registration Required
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

FPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Monthly meeting of Fairfield Public Library's Board of Trustees

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

Monthly meeting of Fairfield Public Library's Board of Trustees

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. Please only register for one Baby Rhyme Time class each week since the same class is offered two times.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. Please only register for one Baby Rhyme Time class each week since the same class is offered two times.

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 "Adults" group

Tax Preparation (SimplifyCT/VITA)

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Finances
Age Group:
Adults

Free weekly free tax preparation from SimplifyCT (VITA)

9:30 am - 4pm each Tuesday through April 14, 2026

No appointments - first come, first serve

 

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

Free weekly free tax preparation from SimplifyCT (VITA)

9:30 am - 4pm each Tuesday through April 14, 2026

No appointments - first come, first serve

 

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Wobbly Walkers *Registration Class*

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

An active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver. Please only register for one Wobbly Walkers class each week since the same class is offered two times.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

An active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver. Please only register for one Wobbly Walkers class each week since the same class is offered two times.

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

Drop-In Family Storytime

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Library - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

This drop-in storytime for families with children ages 0-5 is in the Children's Room and features songs, rhymes, stories and movement for the whole family! Let’s wiggle, sing and learn together! For children ages 0-5 with their caregiver.

Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Library - Main Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

This drop-in storytime for families with children ages 0-5 is in the Children's Room and features songs, rhymes, stories and movement for the whole family! Let’s wiggle, sing and learn together! For children ages 0-5 with their caregiver.

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 "Adults" group

Mahjong @ Main

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Terrific Twos *Registration Class*

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. Please only register for one Terrific Twos class each week since the same class is offered two times.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. Please only register for one Terrific Twos class each week since the same class is offered two times.

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 "Woods Branch" group

Hoot Hoot Hooray! *Registration Class*

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

A class focused on songs, stories and activities for developing kindergarten readiness skills which children attend independently. Caregiver must remain in the Library during the program.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

A class focused on songs, stories and activities for developing kindergarten readiness skills which children attend independently. Caregiver must remain in the Library during the program.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
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

Maker Meet-Up for Teens

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Harold B. Harris Maker Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
After School, Crafting
Age Group:
Teens

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, 3d printer, vacuum form mak

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Harold B. Harris Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School, Crafting
Registration Required
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, 3d printer, vacuum form mak

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

STEAM Time

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Join us for STEAM Time, a class for young learners to explore, create and discover the exciting world of STEAM together! Each class begins with a book, followed by engaging, hands-on STEAM activities. Let's dive into collaborative
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Description:
Join us for STEAM Time, a class for young learners to explore, create and discover the exciting world of STEAM together! Each class begins with a book, followed by engaging, hands-on STEAM activities. Let's dive into collaborative

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Virtual Good Eats Family Book Club

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
After School, America 250, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch
Celebrate Gullah Geechee culture by reading and cooking with us! We will read Okra Stew by Natalie Daise together over Zoom.
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School, America 250, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:
Celebrate Gullah Geechee culture by reading and cooking with us! We will read Okra Stew by Natalie Daise together over Zoom.

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

Local to Fairfield Talk Series | The Winter of 1776

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Travel back in time to February of 1776 to experience the suspense, uncertainty, and courage of a world in the midst of revolution.

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

Travel back in time to February of 1776 to experience the suspense, uncertainty, and courage of a world in the midst of revolution.

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, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch

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.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
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.