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Medicare Open Enrollment One-on-One Appointments

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room G at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Looking to change your medigap coverage? Have a question about your Medicare benefits? Schedule a one-on-one appointment wit...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room G
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Joining Medicare this year and not sure where to start? Looking to change your medigap coverage? Have a question about your Medicare benefits?

This event is in the "Children" group.

Code a Retro Style Arcade Game

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology, After School
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Microsoft MakeCode is an online learn-to-code platform with which anyone can develop their programming skills by creating retro style arcade games. Join us to explore the basics of...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Technology, After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Microsoft MakeCode is an online learn-to-code platform with which anyone can develop their programming skills by creating retro style arcade games.

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.

Pride Club for Teens

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Pride Club for Teens seeks to support LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies while promoting understanding and tolerance.   Teens will have the chance to engage in discussions, ...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Pride Club for Teens seeks to support LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies while promoting understanding and tolerance.   Teens will have the chance to engage in discussions, do crafts and other activities, and eat snacks in a safe, inclusive

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

Thursday, November 14, 2024 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-7:30pm Registration required. No walk-ins. Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in China, and has gained wide-spread popularity in th...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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 "All Ages" group.

Friends of FPL Fall Book Sale

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Description:

Friends of Fairfield Public Library semi-annual book sale.  Books for all ages, tastes, and genres; most items $1-$5.  Daily specials.  All proceeds support FPL's pr...

Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Friends of Fairfield Public Library semi-annual book sale.  Books for all ages, tastes, and genres; most items $1-$5.  Daily specials.  All proceeds support FPL's programs and services.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Sing Me A Story

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
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. ...

Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
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.

American Sewing Guild

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch
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.

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 "All Ages" group.

Friends of FPL Fall Book Sale

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Description:

Friends of FPL semi-annual book sale.  Books for all ages, tastes, and genres; most items $1-$5.  Daily specials.  All proceeds go to support Fairfield Public Librar...

Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Friends of FPL semi-annual book sale.  Books for all ages, tastes, and genres; most items $1-$5.  Daily specials.  All proceeds go to support Fairfield Public Library's programs and services.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws to Read - Main Library

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue). Reading to a therapy dog is a great way to boo...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue).

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.

Paws to Read - Woods Branch

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Children's Library - Woods Library at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue). Reading to a therapy dog is a great way to boo...

Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:

Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take turns reading to a trained therapy dog from ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue).

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 "All Ages" group.

Friends of FPL Fall Book Sale

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Description:

Friends of Fairfield Public Library semi-annual book sale.  Books for all ages, tastes and genres; most items $1-$5.  Daily specials.  All proceeds go to FPL's progr...

Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Friends of Fairfield Public Library semi-annual book sale.  Books for all ages, tastes and genres; most items $1-$5.  Daily specials.  All proceeds go to FPL's programs and services.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Tiny Tots

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
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 b...

Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Hoot Hoot Hooray! *Registration Class*

Monday, November 18, 2024 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.

Beginner English Conversation Club

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Study Room H at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

In partnership with Literacy Volunteers of Greater Bridgeport we will be hosting an English conversation class every Monday evening. If you would like to improve and practice yo...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.

Worthy of a Revival! Stephen Sondheim's Company

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join us for part II of Professor Gil Harel's Worthy of a Revival program. Bobby on Broadway: Stephen Sondheim’s Company (3 revivals!) Nominated for what was then a record-s...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Description:

Join us for part II of Professor Gil Harel's Worthy of a Revival program.

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

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 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, November 19, 2024 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.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Description:

This storytime for families with children ages 0-5 features songs, rhymes, stories and movement for the whole family! Let’s wiggle, sing and learn together! For children ages 0-5 w...

Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

This storytime for families with children ages 0-5 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

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
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. Mahjong is ...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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*

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 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.

American Girl Doll - Blanket & Pillow

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Children
Description:

Make your American Girl doll extra cozy with a blanket and pillow. We will guide you through the designing and crafting process for these comfy accessories. For children in...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Make your American Girl doll extra cozy with a blanket and pillow. We will guide you through the designing and crafting process for these comfy accessories.

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 "Adults" group.

Next Chapter Book Club Meeting

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room H at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Description:

The Next Chapter Book Club is a fun, social, community-based book club for older teens and adults with intellectual disabilities who enjoy reading or listening to stories.  At...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

The Next Chapter Book Club is a fun, social, community-based book club for older teens and adults with intellectual disabilities who enjoy reading or listening to stories.  At every meeting we share from our selected book, discuss, and social

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fairfield Museum Local History Talk: Playing in Fairfield & Bridgeport

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

In conjunction with the special exhibition Welcome to the Toyshop, join the Fairfield Museum’s Walt Matis to explore the toys and games made in Fairfield & Bridgeport along wit...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 72
Description:

In conjunction with the special exhibition Welcome to the Toyshop, join the Fairfield Museum’s Walt Matis to explore the toys and games made in Fairfield & Bridgeport along with some of the iconic toyshops that sold them.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

ABCs for 2s, 3s & 4s *Registration Class*

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Description:

Children ages 2-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and rhymes that will help foster beginning reader skills. Activities will follow the storytime, making this a 45...

Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:

Children ages 2-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and rhymes that will help foster beginning reader skills. Activities will follow the storytime, making this a 45-minute class.

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.