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

Recycled Materials Marble Run

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch
Description:

Let's continue celebrating Earth Day with some science! We’ll use  principles of physics along with a few recycled and recyclable materials to build a marble run!For children ...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Let's continue celebrating Earth Day with some science! We’ll use  principles of physics along with a few recycled and recyclable materials to build a marble run!

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.

You're Not Lazy: Executive Function Skills

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
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 ourselv...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 31
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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Baby Rhyme Time *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required to participate. We...

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

Wobbly Walkers *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

An active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required t...

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*

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required to participate. We will begin hand...

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.

Mahjong @ Woods

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Mahjong!Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pmRegistration required. No walk-ins.Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in China, and has gained wide-spread popularity in the West o...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

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

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Children's Library - Woods Library at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch
Description:

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the ins...

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 "Woods Branch" group.

Spring Jigsaw Puzzle Swap 2025 **NEW TIME**

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Woods Branch
Description:

Drop off puzzles that are in good condition and receive one ticket per puzzle to swap for a new puzzle.Puzzles must be:NO MISSING PIECES750 pieces or largerNew or gently usedP...

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Drop off puzzles that are in good condition and receive one ticket per puzzle to swap for a new puzzle.

Puzzles must be:

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

Hoot Hoot Hooray! *Registration Class*

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
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 p...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
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.

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

Keep Calm and Color On

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
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 anx...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
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.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

How Do I Get Started With Medicare?

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
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? Learn about how and when to enroll, when you can make c...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Health
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?

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

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
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 i...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
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.

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

Wobbly Walkers *Registration Class*

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
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 w...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
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.

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

Terrific Twos *Registration Class*

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
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 offere...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
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.

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

Virtual Good Eats Family Book Club

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Special Event, After School
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch
Description:

Join us as we read The Last Tamale by Orlando Mendiola together over Zoom. Then you'll learn how to make a cheese tamale or two to share with your family!The li...

Required
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event, After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Join us as we read The Last Tamale by Orlando Mendiola together over Zoom. Then you'll learn how to make a cheese tamale or two to share with your family!

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

Sew Studio with Jen Butler

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
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 file...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
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.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Let's Speak Together! Support/Conversation Group with a Speech Therapist

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Health, Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Let's Speak Together - NEW CLASS! Do you or your loved one ever have tip-of-the-tongue moments or ever feel like a word gets "stuck"? Led by Melissa Katz, a speech-langua...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Health, Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

Let's Speak Together - NEW CLASS!
 

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

Virtual Good Eats Family Book Club

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Special Event, After School
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch
Description:

Join us as we read The Last Tamale by Orlando Mendiola together over Zoom. Then you'll learn how to make a cheese tamale or two to share with your family!The li...

Required
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event, After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Join us as we read The Last Tamale by Orlando Mendiola together over Zoom. Then you'll learn how to make a cheese tamale or two to share with your family!

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 "Woods Branch" group.

Baby Rhyme Time *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required to participate. We...

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

Wobbly Walkers *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

An active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required t...

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

One-on-One Medicare Appointment

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room L at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Have a question about your Medicare benefits? Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a volunteer from the Southwestern CT Ag...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Study Room L
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Have a question about your Medicare benefits? Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a volunteer from the Southwestern CT Agency on Aging (SWCAA).

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

Terrific Twos *Ticket Drop-In Class*

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch
Description:

Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver.Drop-in program; space is limited. A ticket is required to participate. We will begin hand...

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.

One-on-One Medicare Appointment

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room M at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Have a question about your Medicare benefits? Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a volunteer from the Southwestern CT Ag...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Study Room M
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Have a question about your Medicare benefits? Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a volunteer from the Southwestern CT Agency on Aging (SWCAA).

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

Mahjong @ Woods

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
Description:

Mahjong!Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pmRegistration required. No walk-ins.Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in China, and has gained wide-spread popularity in the West o...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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.