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downUNDER Afterschool Program

Tuesday, March 17, 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

Books & Blocks *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

During this 40-minute class, 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 learning and fine/large motor d

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

During this 40-minute class, 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 learning and fine/large motor d

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

Lucky Slime

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Children
Join us at the Library for a festive slime-making adventure! Stop by any time from 4:00 to 4:30 pm to make Lucky Slime with fun colors, glitter and surprises. Then, stretch, squish and play with your very own pot-of-gold-worthy creation.
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Description:
Join us at the Library for a festive slime-making adventure! Stop by any time from 4:00 to 4:30 pm to make Lucky Slime with fun colors, glitter and surprises. Then, stretch, squish and play with your very own pot-of-gold-worthy creation.

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

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Drop-In Playdoh Playdate

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Library - Woods Library at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch

Drop-in to have some fun with Playdoh! Get ready to roll, squish, shape and create during this afternoon of hands-on, imaginative play!

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

Drop-in to have some fun with Playdoh! Get ready to roll, squish, shape and create during this afternoon of hands-on, imaginative play!

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

Healthy Eating on a Budget

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults
Eating healthy doesn't have to break the bank! Join us for an engaging presentation on how to eat that is both good for your health and for your wallet.
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Registration Required
Description:
Eating healthy doesn't have to break the bank! Join us for an engaging presentation on how to eat that is both good for your health and for your wallet.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Weiss Ratings' Lunch & Learn: Comparing Stocks Side by Side

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Finances
Age Group:
Adults

Weiss Financial Ratings is proud to announce a new monthly series of Lunch & Learn Webinars.  

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances
Registration Required
Description:

Weiss Financial Ratings is proud to announce a new monthly series of Lunch & Learn Webinars.  

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Wednesday, March 18, 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Woods & Crafts: Mini Beaded Plants

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

Finally a houseplant that requires no maintenance. Create your own unique beaded houseplant. Beginners welcome. Adults only. Registration required. All supplies are provided but you are welcome to bring your own embellishments. 

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

Finally a houseplant that requires no maintenance. Create your own unique beaded houseplant. Beginners welcome. Adults only. Registration required. All supplies are provided but you are welcome to bring your own embellishments. 

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

Making College Affordable

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
College Planning
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Is there a way to plan for college without putting your retirement savings at risk? Join us for an introduction to developing an affordable plan for higher education.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: College Planning
Registration Required
Description:

Is there a way to plan for college without putting your retirement savings at risk? Join us for an introduction to developing an affordable plan for higher education.

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

IFSB International Flying Saucer Bureau Meet-Up

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Do aliens exist?  Have you experienced paranormal and/or extraterrestrial phenomenon? Want to hear first hand accounts?
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Discussion Group
Registration Required
Description:
Do aliens exist?  Have you experienced paranormal and/or extraterrestrial phenomenon? Want to hear first hand accounts?
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Baby Rhyme Time *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, March 19, 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, March 19, 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.

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

Wobbly Walkers *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, March 19, 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.

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

An active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old 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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Terrific Twos *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, March 19, 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.

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

Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

The TBI Support Group of Fairfield is a local support group, sponsored by the Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut, open to survivors of brain injury.

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

The TBI Support Group of Fairfield is a local support group, sponsored by the Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut, open to survivors of brain injury.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Thursday, March 19, 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

Teen Library Council Meeting

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
After School, Discussion Group
Age Group:
Teens

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

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School, Discussion Group
Registration Required
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Mahjong @ Woods

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

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.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Teen Chefs: Pasta!

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

With just 4 ingredients, teens will knead a simple pasta dough and roll out some fresh linguine! Try your hand at creating a unique pasta shape of your own!

Inexperienced chefs are welcome and encouraged!

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

With just 4 ingredients, teens will knead a simple pasta dough and roll out some fresh linguine! Try your hand at creating a unique pasta shape of your own!

Inexperienced chefs are welcome and encouraged!

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Drop-In Sing Me A Story

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Library - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with dancing, singing and stories that incorporate music. For children ages 0-5 and their adult caregiver.

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

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with dancing, singing and stories that incorporate music. For children ages 0-5 and their adult 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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Learn to Series: Quilt Block Basics

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

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.

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

Drop-In Building Day

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Library - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Looking for something fun and creative to do? Stop by the Main Library to play with our special building toys on the Children's Room floor from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Library - Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:
Looking for something fun and creative to do? Stop by the Main Library to play with our special building toys on the Children's Room floor from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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

D.I.Y. Take & Make Kit Supply Pickup -- Main Library

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Library - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.

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

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.