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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Description:

The Range of Realism: Four Short Stories by 20th Century Women

March 19, 2025
“A Jury of Her Peers” (1917) Susan Glaspell
(available digitally on hoopla (e-book and e-audiobook)

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Small Business
Description:

Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL CSILK@FPLCT.ORG TO ARRANGE  A TIME.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Move Your Qi

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Description:

Qigong is a mind/body, self-care practice from China. It coordinates gentle movement, relaxed breathing and meditation with self-massage to energize the body.

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

Mahjong @ Woods

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Hamlet: Page to Stage

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Description:

Explore the intricate world of Shakespearean publishing and editorial influence through an engaging lecture interwoven with dynamic monologues.

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

American Sewing Guild

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Description:

This is a monthly get-together of local members of the American Sewing Guild. If you are interested in learning more about sewing and the American Sewing Guild please stop by.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Postpartum Breastfeeding Support Group

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, Children, Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Adults
Program Type: Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Join other new parents at the Postpartum Breastfeeding Support Group, a weekly meeting facilitated by Certified Lactation Counselor Nicole Rende. We will discuss a new relevant topic each week while focusing on building community and support.

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.

Keep Calm and Color On

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Did you know that studies show coloring reduces your heart rate, increases your respiratory sinus arrhythmia (a marker of good cardiovascular health) and can make you feel less anxious? Come and give this fun activity a try!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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 @ Main

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Description:

Ever wonder how Netflix predicts your next binge, why Amazon recommends that perfect product, or why social media seems to know you better than you know yourself?

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

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 "Adults" group.

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: 9
Description:

Join us for a 1-hour Walk Around Fairfield This Spring!

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

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

You're Not Lazy: Executive Function Skills

6:00pm - 7:15pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Description:

Have you ever been late to a meeting, misplaced your belongings, or dreaded getting started on a project? As humans, we can all relate to these situations and may even call ourselves “lazy” or “absent-minded”.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Caregivers Circle

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Description:

The Caregivers Circle is an interactive workshop that aims to help participants tap into their creativity and add new techniques to their self-supporting “toolbox.” The program is designed for adults who are serving as caregivers, either directly

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Small Business
Description:

Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL CSILK@FPLCT.ORG TO ARRANGE  A TIME.

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

Mahjong @ Woods

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 "Adults" group.
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Description:

Regina:  Life of a Heroine

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Postpartum Breastfeeding Support Group

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, Children, Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Adults
Program Type: Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Join other new parents at the Postpartum Breastfeeding Support Group, a weekly meeting facilitated by Certified Lactation Counselor Nicole Rende. We will discuss a new relevant topic each week while focusing on building community and support.

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.

Keep Calm and Color On

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Did you know that studies show coloring reduces your heart rate, increases your respiratory sinus arrhythmia (a marker of good cardiovascular health) and can make you feel less anxious? Come and give this fun activity a try!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

How Do I Get Started With Medicare?

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Health
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:

Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Are you new to Medicare? Just turning age 65 or soon to be retiring?