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This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

STEAM-y Snowy Fun!

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

Cool off with hands on science experiments! Make snow, floating snowflakes and flaky fun! Dress for a mess!

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

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Woods Branch
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

This event is in the "Adults" group

International Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Location: Main Library
Room: Annie B. Jennings 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*

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*

9:30am–10:00am
Preschool
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*

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.

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

Terrific Twos *Ticket Drop-In Class*

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool, Woods Branch
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

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults, Woods Branch
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Woods Book Buzz Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Description:

Join the monthly book group at Fairfield Woods Branch Library where we discuss some buzz-worthy titles!  This month's selection is The Girls of Good Fortune by Kristina McMorris.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

2:45pm–4:45pm
Teens, Woods Branch
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

Let's Code Emojis!

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School, Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Let’s celebrate Computer Science Education Week! Join us for an Hour of Code activity that aims to introduce participants to computer science basics using block-based coding.

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

Mahjong @ Woods

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting 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 "Adults" group
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Description:

Professor Gil Harel returns for an in-depth lecture on Frédéric Chopin, examining how, as a quintessential Romantic composer, he crafted lyrical nocturnes and vibrant mazurkas that vividly reflect Poland’s cultural and musical her

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Drop-In Sing Me A Story

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

2:45pm–4:45pm
Teens, Woods Branch
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

Quick Cooks for Teens

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Join us each month as we make simple, fast, and tasty food! Here is what's on the menu for the upcoming months:

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

Build a Gingerbread House

11:00am–11:45am
Preschool, Children, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Gather the family to celebrate the holidays by making a candy-covered gingerbread house out of graham crackers and a wonderful assortment of colorful candies and icing! Is it more fun to build or to eat a gingerbread house?

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.

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

Autism & Sensory-Friendly Winter Game Day!

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Kick off the Winter season with an afternoon of accessible and inclusive video and board gaming for teens and adults with developmental disabilities and their families, friends, or buddies!

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

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

11:45am–4:45pm
Adults
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Annie B. Jennings Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Description:

Now at a library near you: Dungeons & Dragons for Adults!

Saturday sessions are scheduled for 11:45 am to 4:45 pm.

Sunday sessions are scheduled for 1:00 pm to 4:45 pm.

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
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

It’s time to celebrate the festive holiday season with friends and family and share some special delights. 

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 "Preschool" group

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

9:30am–10:00am
Preschool
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

CANCELLED: Community Craft Corner: BYO-Craft!

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Cancelled
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Description:

Calling all crafters! Join us for a crafty morning - you bring your project and we'll bring the breakfast treats, courtesy of the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

2:45pm–4:45pm
Teens, Woods Branch
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
This event is in the "Children" group

Full STEAM Ahead: Kids Only Edition

4:00pm–4:45pm
Preschool, Children
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
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 activities with a focus on math, science and reading.

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.