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

Reel & Relax

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

You provide the crafts; we provide the snacks, all while enjoying a movie together. Bring your own craft project to work on, or just enjoy the popcorn and movie. Registration is required. Adults only.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

downUNDER Afterschool Program

2:45pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Description:

Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! 

Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Small Business
Description:

Ann Wright conducts these appointments over the phone. PLEASE EMAIL CSILK@FPLCT.ORG TO ARRANGE  A TIME.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Full STEAM Ahead: Frogs

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preschool, Children
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Full STEAM Ahead is a centers-based program. Participants will be welcomed with a book and a song, followed by an invitation to participate in hands-on activities with a focus on math, science and reading.

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.

downUNDER Afterschool Program

2:45pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Description:

Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! 

Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Free Tech Help

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Main Floor - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Questions about your phone? tablet? laptop? Mother/Daughter volunteers will offer basic assistance. Have you always wanted to download Libby, Hoopla or Mango? Here is your chance. Please come with your questions ready.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Free Tech Help

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Main Floor - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Questions about your phone? tablet? laptop? Mother/Daughter volunteers will offer basic assistance. Have you always wanted to download Libby, Hoopla or Mango? Here is your chance. Please come with your questions ready.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Full STEAM Ahead: Frogs

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preschool, Children
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Full STEAM Ahead is a centers-based program. Participants will be welcomed with a book and a song, followed by an invitation to participate in hands-on activities with a focus on math, science and reading.

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.

Robot Reads: The Wild Robot

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Woods Branch
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:

Have you read The Wild Robot by Peter Brown or watched the movie based on the book? Join us as we dive into this fascinating story about Roz, a robot trying to survive on a remote, wild island.

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.

Teen Library Council Meeting

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion Group, After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Fairfield Public Library is looking for teens age 12 and up who are interested in making sure the library is meeting the needs and wants of teens in the community.  Council members are highly reliable and committed to being actively invo

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

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:

Want to learn a new skill? Improve on your techniques? Join us to sew your own chapstick holder keychain! Teens will use a pattern to cut out fabric, sew on a machine, and even attach a snap button.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Parlez-vous français?

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:

Join us for Intermediate French conversation and lessons series with Madame Adeeb.  The series will be 4 classes both in person and using our digital resource, Mango Languages.   

This event is in the "Teens" group.

downUNDER Afterschool Program

2:45pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Description:

Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! 

Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 "Adults" group.
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Memorial Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event, Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Katie Lansdale and Alan Murchie will present a concert of Sir Edward Elgar's works for violin and piano.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

9:30am - 10:00am
Preschool
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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*

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Preschool, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Keep Calm and Color On

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Woods Branch
Program Type: Art, Film, Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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 "Teens" group.

downUNDER Afterschool Program

2:45pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Description:

Grades 6 and up join us in the downUNDER after school for crafts, games, activities, trivia, and more! 

Registration is required. Teens may register at the door provided there are open spots.

This event is in the "Children" group.

A Rover's Story

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Meet Mars rover Resilience and his friend, drone helicopter Fly. Will Res be able to survive and complete his dangerous Mars mission? Join us to discuss this captivating book and make your own NASA rover using recyclable materials!

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.
Registration
Location: Main Library
Room: Study Room H
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

9:00am - 9:30am
Preschool, Woods Branch
Registration
Location: Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room: Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Woods Branch
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.