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Friends of FPL Fall Book Sale

12:00pm - 4:30pm
All Ages
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Friends of FPL semi-annual book sale.  Books for all ages, tastes, and genres; most items $1-$5.  Daily specials.  All proceeds go to support Fairfield Public Library's programs and services.

Paws to Read - Main Library

1:15pm - 2:15pm
Children
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue).

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.

Paws to Read - Woods Branch

1:15pm - 2:15pm
Children, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue).

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.

Friends of FPL Fall Book Sale

1:00pm - 4:30pm
All Ages
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Friends of Fairfield Public Library semi-annual book sale.  Books for all ages, tastes and genres; most items $1-$5.  Daily specials.  All proceeds go to FPL's programs and services.

Tiny Tots

9:30am - 10:00am
Preschool
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
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.

Hoot Hoot Hooray! *Registration Class*

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Preschool, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

Beginner English Conversation Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

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

Worthy of a Revival! Stephen Sondheim's Company

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Description:

Join us for part II of Professor Gil Harel's Worthy of a Revival program.

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

9:00am - 9:30am
Preschool, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Wobbly Walkers *Registration Class*

9:45am - 10:15am
Preschool, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

This storytime for families with children ages 0-5 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.

Mahjong

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Terrific Twos *Registration Class*

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

American Girl Doll - Blanket & Pillow

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Make your American Girl doll extra cozy with a blanket and pillow. We will guide you through the designing and crafting process for these comfy accessories.

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.

Next Chapter Book Club Meeting

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

The Next Chapter Book Club is a fun, social, community-based book club for older teens and adults with intellectual disabilities who enjoy reading or listening to stories.  At every meeting we share from our selected book, discuss, and social

Fairfield Museum Local History Talk: Playing in Fairfield & Bridgeport

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 72
Description:

In conjunction with the special exhibition Welcome to the Toyshop, join the Fairfield Museum’s Walt Matis to explore the toys and games made in Fairfield & Bridgeport along with some of the iconic toyshops that sold them.

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

9:30am - 10:15am
Preschool
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

Wednesday Walks

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Main Floor - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Join us for a 1-hour Walk Around Fairfield Every Wednesday This Fall!

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and come ready to meet new friends while enjoying the many benefits of walking.

Crafty Club for Teens

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafting, After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

This fall we are experimenting with 3 dimensional art techniques!  

September- Carve a custom stamp

October-Create with Nano tape

November- Sculpt with clay

December-Decorate with decoden cream

Full STEAM Ahead - Dinosaurs

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Description:

Full STEAM Ahead is a centers-based program. Participants will be welcomed with a book and a song, followed by an invitation to participate in hands-on a

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 @ 4:00 pm: Dinosaurs

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.

Make a Thaumatrope!

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

What is animation? How does it work? And what is a thaumatrope? These questions and more will be answered as you make a super cool optical illusion toy to take home with you!

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.

Baby Rhyme Time

9:00am - 9:30am
Preschool, Woods Branch
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.

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*

9:30am - 10:00am
Preschool
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Wobbly Walkers

9:45am - 10:15am
Preschool, Woods Branch
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.