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Masterpiece Mystery: Escape the Gallery - FAMILIES

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forev...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forever.

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.

Outside Baby Rhyme Time

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Fairfield Woods Lawn at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:00 am A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. It is recommended that you b...

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:00 am

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Bounce & Wiggle

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Description:

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 35 months old with their caregiver. Drop-in program; space is limited. A...

Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 35 months old 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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Outside Wobbly Walkers

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Fairfield Woods Lawn at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:45 am An active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver. I...

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:45 am

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

Outside Terrific Twos

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Fairfield Woods Lawn at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 10:30 am Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring ...

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 10:30 am

Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club for Teens

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Room 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: Memorial Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
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 "Children" group.

Foxtastic Thursdays: STEAM Kit Explorers

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Science, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Join us to explore some of our STEAM’D Collection, which consists of kits to encourage critical thinking and creative problem solving. Participants will have the opportunity to exp...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Join us to explore some of our STEAM’D Collection, which consists of kits to encourage critical thinking and creative problem solving.

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

Masterpiece Mystery: Escape the Gallery - TEENS: MIDDLE SCHOOL

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forev...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forever.

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

Mahjong @ Woods

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
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 th...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Masterpiece Mystery: Escape the Gallery - ADULTS

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forev...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forever.

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.

Sing & Stomp at the Sherman Green (Gazebo)

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Description:

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...

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

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!

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.

Masterpiece Mystery: Escape the Gallery - ADULTS

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forev...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forever.

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.

littleBits™ Club

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Library - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Science
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Stop by the Main Library on Fridays from 3:30-4:30 pm for some hands-on fun with littleBits™! With the help of a teen volunteer, participants will have the opportunity to explore a...

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

Stop by the Main Library on Fridays from 3:30-4:30 pm for some hands-on fun with littleBits™!

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.

Book Buddies

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Library - Woods Library at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch
Description:

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading. Join us here at the Library as we combine literacy, creativ...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading. Join us here at the Library as we combine literacy, creativity, and friendship with the help of our teen volunteers!

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

Masterpiece Mystery: Escape the Gallery - FAMILIES

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forev...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forever.

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.

Dungeons and Dragons Saturday Meet-Ups

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
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 ...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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 "All Ages" group.

The Wizard of Oz - 85th Anniversary

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Age Group:
All Ages
Description:

Today is the 85th Anniversary of the original screening of The Wizard of Oz. The film premiered at the Orpheum Theatre in Green Bay, Wisconsin on August 10, 1939. According to t...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 67
Description:

Today is the 85th Anniversary of the original screening of The Wizard of Oz. The film premiered at the Orpheum Theatre in Green Bay, Wisconsin on August 10, 1939.

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.

Masterpiece Mystery: Escape the Gallery - FAMILIES

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forev...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forever.

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.

Masterpiece Mystery: Escape the Gallery - FAMILIES

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forev...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forever.

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.

Masterpiece Mystery: Escape the Gallery - FAMILIES

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forev...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

A brand-new exhibition opens tonight at the gallery, but all is not what it seems! Piece together the mystery of the missing masterpiece or the gallery will shutter its doors forever.

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.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Virtual, Main Library, Fairfield Woods Branch Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Virtual, Main Library, Fairfield Woods Branch Library, Off Site
This event is in the "Adults" group.

How to Use Consumer Reports

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Learn how Consumer Reports online, available through Fairfield Public Library with your library card, can help you make better purchasing decisions for you and your family. This...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Description:

Learn how Consumer Reports online, available through Fairfield Public Library with your library card, can help you make better purchasing decisions for you and your family.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Club

Monday, August 12, 2024 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 yo...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

Mahjong

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
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. Mahjong is ...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
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.