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Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

Monday, January 26, 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 "Adults" group

Food Safety Smarts – Preventing Foodborne Illness

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults
Foodborne illness strikes millions of people each year—but a few simple habits can make all the difference.
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Registration Required
Description:
Foodborne illness strikes millions of people each year—but a few simple habits can make all the difference.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Monday, January 26, 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, January 26, 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 26, 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 "Children" group

No-Bake Pies

Monday, January 26, 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 for a no-bake pie-making experience. We will learn the amazing story of how pies helped the Civil Rights movement and then make our own ready to eat no-bake pies!*

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 for a no-bake pie-making experience. We will learn the amazing story of how pies helped the Civil Rights movement and then make our own ready to eat no-bake pies!*

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with peanuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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

Beginner English Conversation Club

Monday, January 26, 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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

Tuesday, January 27, 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, January 27, 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, January 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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, January 27, 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 27, 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, January 27, 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

Reader’s Theater: The Trial of Goldilocks!

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
After School, America 250
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate America 250 with a fun twist on fairness, justice, and storytelling! Join us at the library for a Reader’s Theater mock trial in which Goldilocks finally goes to court!

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

Celebrate America 250 with a fun twist on fairness, justice, and storytelling! Join us at the library for a Reader’s Theater mock trial in which Goldilocks finally goes to court!

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

Sew Studio with Jen Butler

Tuesday, January 27, 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 28, 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 28, 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 "Adults" group

Main Book Club - Life, & Death, & Giants by Ron Rindo

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

 Please join us this month as we discuss Life, and Death, and Giants by Ron Rindo. All are welcome. Claudia Silk is the moderator of the discussion. 

 

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

 Please join us this month as we discuss Life, and Death, and Giants by Ron Rindo. All are welcome. Claudia Silk is the moderator of the discussion. 

 

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Wednesday, January 28, 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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Teen GeoGuessr Challenge Drop-In

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Floor - Woods Library at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School, America 250
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch
How well do you know American landmarks and historical sites?
Test your knowledge in an America 250 inspired game of GeoGuessr* and pinpoint your exact location on the map!
 
For teens entering gra
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Main Floor - Woods Library
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School, America 250
Description:
How well do you know American landmarks and historical sites?
Test your knowledge in an America 250 inspired game of GeoGuessr* and pinpoint your exact location on the map!
 
For teens entering gra
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Junior National Park Explorers

Wednesday, January 28, 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

Explore fun facts about our national treasures - our National Parks! After our story, everyone will craft a fun pair of binoculars to take home!

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:

Explore fun facts about our national treasures - our National Parks! After our story, everyone will craft a fun pair of binoculars to take home!

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

Embodied Meditation

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

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

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

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