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photo of a black bear

**POSTPONED** Black Bears in Connecticut

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.  NEW DATE TBA.

 

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

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.  NEW DATE TBA.

 

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

For April, we are all about on-the-go snacking. Join us to make tasty, protein-packed energy bites. 

Registration is required. Open to grades 6-12. 

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

For April, we are all about on-the-go snacking. Join us to make tasty, protein-packed energy bites. 

Registration is required. Open to grades 6-12. 

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 "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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

Dungeons and Dragons Saturday Meet-Ups

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Looking for something that encourages creative thinking, problem-solving, strategy, cooperative effort, and even a little acting?  Then join our us for a Dungeons and Dragons meet-up. Players new to the game are welcome.

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

Looking for something that encourages creative thinking, problem-solving, strategy, cooperative effort, and even a little acting?  Then join our us for a Dungeons and Dragons meet-up. Players new to the game are welcome.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group
Image of sugar scrub, card, and scratch ticket.

Mother's Day DIY Gift Workshop

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

Celebrate the motherly figure in your life - whether it be a mom, sister, or grandma! Teens will whip up a sugar scrub, craft a handmade card, and even create unique scratch tickets!

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Description:

Celebrate the motherly figure in your life - whether it be a mom, sister, or grandma! Teens will whip up a sugar scrub, craft a handmade card, and even create unique scratch tickets!

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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

Maker Meet-Up for Teens

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Harold B. Harris Maker Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
After School, Crafting
Age Group:
Teens

Join us in our Maker lab to create!  Each meeting will feature a different maker tool.  We will experiment with the Glowforge laser cutter, sublimation printer, journal binder, silhouette cutter, button maker, 3d printer, vacuum form mak

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Harold B. Harris Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School, Crafting
Registration Required
Description:

Join us in our Maker lab to create!  Each meeting will feature a different maker tool.  We will experiment with the Glowforge laser cutter, sublimation printer, journal binder, silhouette cutter, button maker, 3d printer, vacuum form mak

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

Get Ready for Middle School: How to Support Organization, Confidence, and Growing Independence

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Parenting, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Middle school brings multiple teachers, changing classes, lockers, increased homework, and new friends.

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

Middle school brings multiple teachers, changing classes, lockers, increased homework, and new friends.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Get Ready for High School: Helping Teens Manage Time, Stress, and Increasing Responsibility

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Parenting, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

High school requires stronger planning skills, long-term project management, and the ability to balance academics, activities or sports, and a social life.

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

High school requires stronger planning skills, long-term project management, and the ability to balance academics, activities or sports, and a social life.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Inclusive & Sensory-Friendly Spring Game Day!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for an afternoon of accessible and inclusive video and board gaming for teens and adults with developmental disabilities and their families, friends, or buddies! Snacks will be provided. Open to individuals 12 and up.

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

Join us for an afternoon of accessible and inclusive video and board gaming for teens and adults with developmental disabilities and their families, friends, or buddies! Snacks will be provided. Open to individuals 12 and up.

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 "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Get Ready for College: Executive Function Skills for Independence, Ownership, and Success

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
College Planning, Parenting, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

College demands a whole new level of independence academically, socially, and personally.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: College Planning, Parenting, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

College demands a whole new level of independence academically, socially, and personally.

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, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Woods Branch

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.

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

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

downUNDER Afterschool Program

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

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.

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.