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Teen Take and Make Craft Pick-Up

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 8:00pm
Teen Room - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens

Stop by the Teen Space at Fairfield Public Library or the Branch to pick up your Teen Take and Make craft kit!   

We will be putting out a new craft every Monday starting at 9:30 AM.  

Location: Main Library
Room: Teen Room - Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafting
Description:

Stop by the Teen Space at Fairfield Public Library or the Branch to pick up your Teen Take and Make craft kit!   

We will be putting out a new craft every Monday starting at 9:30 AM.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Community Craft Corner: BYO-Craft!

Monday, July 21, 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, July 21, 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
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Apple Watch Survival with Gary Webster

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

Got a new Apple Watch? Wondering where to start with 56 little icons on a 1-1/2 inch screen? 

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

Got a new Apple Watch? Wondering where to start with 56 little icons on a 1-1/2 inch screen? 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Crafting Through the Decades- 2000's

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Harold B. Harris Maker Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens

Join us as we create some of the most popular crafts from every decade, starting in the 1960s to the present day. 

Registration for individual sessions is required. Open to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall. 

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

Join us as we create some of the most popular crafts from every decade, starting in the 1960s to the present day. 

Registration for individual sessions is required. Open to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Reading Dragons and Friends Tournaments

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

You've got the cards, now play some games! Join us for our drop-in Reading Dragons and Friends Tournaments. Participants will receive the next card of the specialty holographic mystery pack at each session in July! Don't have any cards?

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

You've got the cards, now play some games! Join us for our drop-in Reading Dragons and Friends Tournaments. Participants will receive the next card of the specialty holographic mystery pack at each session in July! Don't have any cards?

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

Pickling Made Easy

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Woods Branch

Learn how to make fresh dill pickles from start to finish with Kelly Caisse of KDCROP Farms.

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:

Learn how to make fresh dill pickles from start to finish with Kelly Caisse of KDCROP Farms.

This event is in the "Adults" group

SCORE - Achieve Success with Business Planning and Business Growth Using SWOT Analysis!

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Jobs & Small Business
Age Group:
Adults
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Small Business
Description:
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

Tuesday, July 22, 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

Storytime at Penfield Beach

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Join us for an outside storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children ages 0-5 and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.

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

Join us for an outside storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children ages 0-5 and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.

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, July 22, 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 "Adults" group

Mahjong @ Main

Tuesday, July 22, 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, July 22, 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 "Teens" group

Talent Show Rehearsal -Teens

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

All talent show participants must attend at least one rehearsal. Please register one member of the group and let us know how many in that group will be attending.

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

All talent show participants must attend at least one rehearsal. Please register one member of the group and let us know how many in that group will be attending.

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

Crafternoons @ Woods: Mini Book Jar

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafting
Age Group:
Teens, Woods Branch

Craft miniature versions of your favorite books or books on your TBR list! Put them in a jar and pull one out when you don't know what to read next!

For teens entering grades 6 through 12. Registration is required. 

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Woods Branch
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Description:

Craft miniature versions of your favorite books or books on your TBR list! Put them in a jar and pull one out when you don't know what to read next!

For teens entering grades 6 through 12. Registration is required. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Book Buddies: Session 3

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

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

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main Library

Our Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.

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

Dungeons and Dragons Tuesday Meet-Ups

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
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 "Children" group

Family Fun Nights: Minecraft IRL

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Experience the magic of Minecraft in real life with a series of challenges, crafts and games!

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

Experience the magic of Minecraft in real life with a series of challenges, crafts and games!

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

TV Trivia

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Do you love TV? Are you a fanatic? Do you have certain decades you're an expert in? Ready to test your knowledge and challenge your friends? Join Trivia Night! Compete for prizes, have some fun, and show off your smarts!

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

Do you love TV? Are you a fanatic? Do you have certain decades you're an expert in? Ready to test your knowledge and challenge your friends? Join Trivia Night! Compete for prizes, have some fun, and show off your smarts!

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, July 22, 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

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.

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

Fairfield Heroes Touch-a-Truck Series

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Fairfield Woods Lawn at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Woods Branch

Join us as we celebrate our Fairfield community helpers! Each week a different truck will visit the Fairfield Woods Branch for an outdoor storytime followed by an interactive tour of the vehicle and talk from one of the Town Departments:

Registration Required
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Join us as we celebrate our Fairfield community helpers! Each week a different truck will visit the Fairfield Woods Branch for an outdoor storytime followed by an interactive tour of the vehicle and talk from one of the Town Departments:

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

Wii Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Each Wednesday morning during Summer Reading we will fire up the Nintendo Switch and play some of those old favorites!  Wii Sports, Mario Party and more. Gather your friends or make some new ones as we take on some friendly competition.

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

Each Wednesday morning during Summer Reading we will fire up the Nintendo Switch and play some of those old favorites!  Wii Sports, Mario Party and more. Gather your friends or make some new ones as we take on some friendly competition.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Sing Me A Story Outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
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 that incorporate music.

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 that incorporate music.

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

Front Lawn Family Fun!

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairfield Woods Lawn at Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Woods Branch

Have fun and make memories with the whole family during our Front Lawn Family Fun Days! We'll have lots of games and things to do outside under the trees (weather permitting). Drop by anytime! Registration is not required!

Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Description:

Have fun and make memories with the whole family during our Front Lawn Family Fun Days! We'll have lots of games and things to do outside under the trees (weather permitting). Drop by anytime! Registration is not required!

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.

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.