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Hoop Skirts to Flappers: Eighty Years of Connecticut Fashion

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

A woman born in 1850 who lived for 80 years would have seen fashion change dramatically in her lifetime.

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

A woman born in 1850 who lived for 80 years would have seen fashion change dramatically in her lifetime.

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

IFSB International Flying Saucer Bureau Meet-Up

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

Join paranormal historian/author Michael Bielawa as he begins a new organization here at the library focusing on all things Sci-Fi.

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

Join paranormal historian/author Michael Bielawa as he begins a new organization here at the library focusing on all things Sci-Fi.

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

Outside Baby Rhyme Time

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Fairfield Woods Lawn at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:00 am

A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:00 am

A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 35 months old with their caregiver.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 35 months old 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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Outside Wobbly Walkers

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Fairfield Woods Lawn at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:45 am

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:45 am

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

Outside Terrific Twos

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Fairfield Woods Lawn at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 10:30 am

Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 10:30 am

Songs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*

This event is in the "Adults" group

Move Your Qi

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults

Qigong is a mind/body, self-care practice from China. It coordinates gentle movement, relaxed breathing and meditation with self-massage to energize the body.

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

Qigong is a mind/body, self-care practice from China. It coordinates gentle movement, relaxed breathing and meditation with self-massage to energize the body.

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

Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

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.

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

Mahjong @ Woods

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

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.

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Teen Sewing: Journal Pen Pocket

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

Want to learn a new skill? Improve on your techniques? Join us to sew your own journal pen pocket! Teens will use a pattern to cut out fabric and sew on a machine.

No experience required!

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 your own journal pen pocket! Teens will use a pattern to cut out fabric and sew on a machine.

No experience required!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Local to Fairfield | Stitches & Seams: The Sewing Machine Industry in Bridgeport

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

By the late 1800s, sewing machines and the popularity of pre-made patterns modeled after Parisian fashion made the latest styles increasingly accessible to middle class American women.

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

By the late 1800s, sewing machines and the popularity of pre-made patterns modeled after Parisian fashion made the latest styles increasingly accessible to middle class American women.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Sing & Stomp at the Sherman Green (Gazebo)

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Join us for special outside Sing & Stomp Classes! Sing & Stomp is an active storytime for families with children ages 0-5! Hop, sing and dance with your child through songs and rhymes!

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join us for special outside Sing & Stomp Classes! Sing & Stomp is an active storytime for families with children ages 0-5! Hop, sing and dance with your child through songs and rhymes!

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, September 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

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 "Adults" group

Soundwaves Concert: The Extraordinary Music of Robert Schumann

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Please join us for our Fall Soundwaves concert, Fire & Fantasy:  The Extraordinary Music of Robert Schumann, as performed by the Lions Gate Trio.

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

Please join us for our Fall Soundwaves concert, Fire & Fantasy:  The Extraordinary Music of Robert Schumann, as performed by the Lions Gate Trio.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

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.

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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Keep Calm and Color On

Monday, September 22, 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

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!

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
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

How to Read a Film with Dr. Mark Schenker: Dog Day Afternoon by Sidney Lumet

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Age Group:
Adults

Mark Schenker returns for another installment of his “How To Read A Film“ series, focusing this time on four American films from 1975–1976 celebrating their 50th Anniversary:

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Description:

Mark Schenker returns for another installment of his “How To Read A Film“ series, focusing this time on four American films from 1975–1976 celebrating their 50th Anniversary:

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

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

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.

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

Wobbly Walkers *Registration Class*

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

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.

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

Sing Me A Story Outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with dancing, singing and stories. For children ages 0-5 and their caregiver.

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with dancing, singing and stories. For children ages 0-5 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

Mahjong @ Main

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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*

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

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.

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.

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

Hoot Hoot Hooray! *Registration Class*

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Woods Branch

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.

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