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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 "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

Teen Library Council Meeting

4:00pm–4:45pm
Teens
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

5:30pm–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: 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 "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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Learn to Series: Quilt Block Basics

10:00am–1:30pm
Adults, Woods Branch
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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Paws to Read: 11:00-11:15 Session

11:00am–11:15am
Children, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to read to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue) during a 15-minute session.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Paws to Read: 11:15-11:30 Session

11:15am–11:30am
Children, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to read to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue) during a 15-minute session.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Paws to Read: 11:30-11:45 Session

11:30am–11:45am
Children, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to read to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue) during a 15-minute session.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Paws to Read: 11:45-12:00 Session

11:45am–12:00pm
Children, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to read to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue) during a 15-minute session.

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

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 "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

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

Modern Calligraphy

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Description:

Come learn the popular and playful Modern Calligraphy! Taught by calligrapher, Debby Reelitz. You will learn where this style comes from, strategies on how to create this lettering style and projects to use the skills you have learned.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Lego® Drop-In

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children, Woods Branch
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 "Adults" group
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Healthy Brain Series

6:30pm–8:00pm
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:

Please join us as Julie Ramia, Dementia Specialist with Hartford Healthcare's Center for Healthy Aging, presents this informative 5-part series on best practices for keeping our brains healthy as we age.

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

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

9:00am–9:30am
Preschool, Woods Branch
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
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*

9:45am–10:15am
Preschool, Woods Branch
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

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
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

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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*

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