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

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

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.

Registration Required
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Wednesday Walks

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Floor - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a 1-hour Walk Around Fairfield

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and come ready to meet new friends while enjoying the many benefits of walking.

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

Join us for a 1-hour Walk Around Fairfield

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and come ready to meet new friends while enjoying the many benefits of walking.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual: Women & Money Roundtable

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Finances
Age Group:
Adults

Please join Liz Maccarone and Julia Strayer from Merrill Lynch Wealth Management as they discuss how to make sense of today's financial markets.  We will meet virtually from 1:00-2:00pm on the following dates:

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances
Registration Required
Description:

Please join Liz Maccarone and Julia Strayer from Merrill Lynch Wealth Management as they discuss how to make sense of today's financial markets.  We will meet virtually from 1:00-2:00pm on the following dates:

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

IFSB International Flying Saucer Bureau Meet-Up

Wednesday, October 15, 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, October 16, 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, October 16, 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, October 16, 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, October 16, 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, October 16, 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, October 16, 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

CT Blood Center Drive

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adults

The Connecticut Blood Center is partnering with Fairfield Public Library to save lives! 

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

The Connecticut Blood Center is partnering with Fairfield Public Library to save lives! 

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Sing & Stomp at the Sherman Green (Gazebo)

Friday, October 17, 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, October 18, 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 "Preschool" group

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

Monday, October 20, 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

Community Craft Corner: BYO-Craft!

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all crafters! Join us for a crafty morning - you bring your project and we'll bring the breakfast treats, courtesy of the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library.

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

Calling all crafters! Join us for a crafty morning - you bring your project and we'll bring the breakfast treats, courtesy of the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library.

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

Keep Calm and Color On

Monday, October 20, 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: Taxi Driver by Martin Scorsese

Monday, October 20, 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Lego® Drop-In

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Children, Woods Branch

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!

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School
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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Fairfield Public Library Board of Trustees

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

Monthly meeting of Fairfield Public Library Board of Trustees

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

Monthly meeting of Fairfield Public Library Board of Trustees

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

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

Tuesday, October 21, 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, October 21, 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, October 21, 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, October 21, 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, October 21, 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.