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This event is in the "Teens" group

Create a Board Game Camp

2:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Harold B. Harris Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Did you know playing board games increases cognitive function, helps make socializing easier, reduces stress, creates social connection, and reduces screen time?  In this camp, you will learn the basics behind board game design and create you

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

Lego® Club Drop-In

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children, Woods Branch
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
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

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 "All Ages" group

Outdoor Chess Freeplay - All ages

1:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
Location: Main Library
Room: Old Post Road Courtyard
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Drop-by and play chess on our giant outdoor chess set. Bring a friend to challenge or play against one of our Teen Chess Club members. Open to all ages. Board is available on a first come basis. 

 

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:

Put on your apron and bring along your friends for an exploration of Classic Desserts. 

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 "Children" group
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

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

Create a Board Game Camp

2:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Harold B. Harris Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Did you know playing board games increases cognitive function, helps make socializing easier, reduces stress, creates social connection, and reduces screen time?  In this camp, you will learn the basics behind board game design and create you

This event is in the "Children" group

Sherman Elementary School Night

6:30pm–7:15pm
Children
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

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
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Irish immigrants who survived the Irish Famine embarked on perilous sea journeys, arriving at the Port of New York filled with hope.

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

Game Nights for Teens

6:30pm–7:45pm
Teens, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Join us on Wednesdays all summer long for game nights. Please make sure you sign up for each evening you plan to attend.

Here’s the line-up for our summer of gaming:

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

Teen Sewing: Travel Pouch (Session 1)

11:30am–1:00pm
Teens, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Want to learn a new skill? Improve on your techniques? Join us to sew a travel pouch - perfect for your pencils or even your toothbrush! Teens will use a pattern to cut out fabric, sew on a machine, and attach a snap button.

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 "Woods Branch" group

Teen Sewing: Travel Pouch (Session 2)

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Want to learn a new skill? Improve on your techniques? Join us to sew a travel pouch - perfect for your pencils or even your toothbrush! Teens will use a pattern to cut out fabric, sew on a machine, and attach a snap button.

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

Moana 2 Movie Showing and Singalong

2:00pm–3:45pm
Children, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Let's "go beyond!" Join us for a film screening of Moana 2 and sing along as you're watching the movie!

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 "Children" group

Game On! Keepsake Case

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Game On! Thursdays @ 4:00 pm

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: Special Event
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Studio Ghibli Watch Party Movie Nights!

5:45pm–7:45pm
Teens, Woods Branch
Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event, Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Description:

We are combining our Anime Watch Parties with our Movie Nights to bring you special showings of Studio Ghibli movies directed by Hayao Miyazaki.  Wear your PJ’s or comfy clothes and enjoy some tasty cinema snacks while you watch the show.

This event is in the "Children" group

Riverfield Elementary School Night

6:30pm–7:15pm
Children
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities!

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

Create a Board Game Camp

2:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Harold B. Harris Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Did you know playing board games increases cognitive function, helps make socializing easier, reduces stress, creates social connection, and reduces screen time?  In this camp, you will learn the basics behind board game design and create you

This event is in the "Children" group
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Library - Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.

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

D.I.Y. Take & Make Kit Supply Pickup -- Woods Branch

12:00pm–1:00pm
Children, Woods Branch
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.

This event is in the "Children" group

Drop-In Button Making

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Library - Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Looking for something fun to do on a Saturday afternoon?

Let's make pin-back buttons! From 1:00 to 3:00 pm, stop by the Children’s Room at the Main Library to use your creativity and make a button with us!

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: Old Post Road Courtyard
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Help the Town of Fairfield and its community partners kick off our "Safe Streets Start with YOU" campaign and pledge to make our town safer for cars, pedestrians and bikers on our roads!  Sign the pledge and get a free car magnet.

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

Mini Canvas Painting Drop-In for Teens

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Woods Branch
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Main Floor - Woods Library
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event, Crafting
Description:

Want to paint a mini canvas for our Summer Challenge? Drop in to the teen space and paint a masterpiece inspired by your favorite games or sports!

This event is in the "Children" group

A Tea Dragon Society Tea Party

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children
Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Ever wondered what it would be like to share a magical bond with a dragon? Join us at the Main Library as we drink tea, decorate (and eat!) dragon egg cookies, play The Tea Dragon Society car

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.