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

Monday, January 12, 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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Lego® Drop-In

Monday, January 12, 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, January 12, 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, January 12, 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, January 13, 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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Wobbly Walkers *Registration Class*

Tuesday, January 13, 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, January 13, 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, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rotary 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: Rotary 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, January 13, 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, January 13, 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 "Adults" group

Access Health CT Enrollment Fair

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults

Have questions or need help signing up for healthcare coverage?
¿Necesitas seguro de salud?

We’re Here to Help and All Help is FREE!

Get 1:1 help completing your application.

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

Have questions or need help signing up for healthcare coverage?
¿Necesitas seguro de salud?

We’re Here to Help and All Help is FREE!

Get 1:1 help completing your application.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Tuesday, January 13, 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 "Children" group

American Girl Doll

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
After School, America 250
Age Group:
Children
Bring your favorite doll to the library and join us for a fun, hands-on American Girl silhouette craft to celebrate America 250! Make a classic, old-style silhouette of your doll just like the ones from long ago!
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School, America 250
Registration Required
Description:
Bring your favorite doll to the library and join us for a fun, hands-on American Girl silhouette craft to celebrate America 250! Make a classic, old-style silhouette of your doll just like the ones from long ago!

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

Cupcake Decorating 101

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch
Learn a new skill this new year! Join us as we demonstrate three different cupcake decorations. Teens will decorate their own winter themed cupcakes to take home!
 
For teens in grades 6 through 12.
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School
Description:
Learn a new skill this new year! Join us as we demonstrate three different cupcake decorations. Teens will decorate their own winter themed cupcakes to take home!
 
For teens in grades 6 through 12.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Sew Studio with Jen Butler

Tuesday, January 13, 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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

ABCs for 2s, 3s & 4s *Registration Class*

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Children ages 2-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and rhymes that will help foster beginning reader skills. Activities will follow the storytime, making this a 45-minute class.

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

Children ages 2-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and rhymes that will help foster beginning reader skills. Activities will follow the storytime, making this a 45-minute class.

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

Winter Special: Stay & Play *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Preschool

It’s playtime! During this special event just for the Winter Session, we will have a variety of toys and materials available for you and your child to use and enjoy together!

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

It’s playtime! During this special event just for the Winter Session, we will have a variety of toys and materials available for you and your child to use and enjoy together!

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

Wednesday, January 14, 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Design Your Own Campaign Button

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School, America 250
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch

If you were running for office, what would your campaign button look like? Explore cool buttons from the past and design your own in Canva. We'll turn it into a real button you can wear or pin to your backpack!

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School, America 250
Registration Required
Description:

If you were running for office, what would your campaign button look like? Explore cool buttons from the past and design your own in Canva. We'll turn it into a real button you can wear or pin to your backpack!

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 "Adults" group

Escape from Silliman's Mansion - FAMILIES

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Library - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
America 250, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Adults

You may have heard about George Washington’s Secret Six—but what do you know about the spies of Fairfield? Gather your team or join new friends as we travel back to the American Revolution.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Library - Main Library
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: America 250, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

You may have heard about George Washington’s Secret Six—but what do you know about the spies of Fairfield? Gather your team or join new friends as we travel back to the American Revolution.

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

Literature & Libations Book Club

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

January's book club selection is Go As A River by Shelly Read.

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Description:

January's book club selection is Go As A River by Shelly Read.

This event is in the "Adults" group

International Book Club

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Monthly meeting of International Book Club.  Book selections as follows:

     September 10          The Likeness by Tana French

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

Monthly meeting of International Book Club.  Book selections as follows:

     September 10          The Likeness by Tana French

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

Baby Rhyme Time *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, January 15, 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.

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

A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and 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

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

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.

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