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Branches:
Main Library,
Fairfield Woods Branch Library,
Off Site
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Oct
14
2019
Mon
Closing
LIBRARY CLOSED - HOLIDAY
Branches:
Main Library,
Fairfield Woods Branch Library,
Off Site
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Drop-in program. A lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver! Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before the program begins.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Children ages 2.5-4 and their caregiver will engage in stories, songs and activities that will help foster beginning reader skills.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
16
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
A lapsit program for pre-walking babies with songs, rhymes, and books. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before the program begins. Drop-in program. Space is limited.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
JOBS 2019: Job Search Boot Camp
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Jobs & Small Business
This tactical program targets a different set of job search skills and strategies each week. Pick up tips on interviewing, networking and resumes; something new each week. Facilitator: Ann Wright has corporate HR experience with an extensive range of industries and has served as Assistant Director of Career Development at Yale School of Management MBA program. She has provided 1-on-1 counseling for hundreds of clients at Fairfield Public Library and in her private practice.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
An active storytime for children 12-23 months with songs, rhymes, and books! Child must be walking. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before the program begins. Drop-in program. Space is limited.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Drop-in program. Songs, nursery rhymes, books and movement for children 24-35 months and their caregiver! Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before the program begins.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Oct
19
2019
Sat
Fairfield Woods Branch Library's 50th Anniversary Celebration
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Main Floor - Woods Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Special Event
Description:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library turns 50! Join us for a fun-filled day of celebratory activities including a special story time, a dedication by First Selectman Michael Tetreau, Friends of Fairfield Public Library book sale, Zumba class, refr
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
19
2019
Sat
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Children's Library - Woods Library
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Storytime for families with children ages 0-5 years old. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories for the whole family!
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
19
2019
Sat
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
College Planning
Description:
FREE SAT and ACT Practice Exams: Take a full-length practice test under timed conditions. A proctored practice exam will help you build testing endurance and give you a real-time snapshot of your testing performance.
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.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Drop-in program. An active storytime with songs, rhymes, and books for children 12-23 months with their caregiver! Child must be walking. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before the program begins.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Oct
16
2019
Wed
Fairfield Public Library - Writers Group
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Annie B. Jennings Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Writing
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Join us for some jumping, jiggling, rhyming, singing, and stories! For children 24-35 months. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before the program begins. Drop-in program. Space is limited.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
Purls of Wisdom Knitting Group
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Woods Branch
Program Type:
Crafting
Whether you are an advanced knitter or just learning, this is a great group to join. Crocheters are welcome, too. Individual projects, group projects, and friendships are knit together each week.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
JOBS 2019: One-on-One Career Counseling
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Study Room D
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Jobs & Small Business
The Main Library hosts 20-minute, one-on-one counseling sessions with a career coach each week. Bring your resume and your questions. Same-day sign up is available at the Information Desk or by calling 203-256-3160. First come, first served; space is limited. Facilitator: Ann Wright has corporate HR experience with an extensive range of industries and has served as Assistant Director of Career Development at Yale School of Management MBA program. She has provided 1-on-1 counseling for hundreds of clients at Fairfield Public Library and in her private practice.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
18
2019
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Drop-in program. An active story time for families with children ages 0-5 years old! Hop, sing and dance with your child through stories and rhymes. Open attendance for all.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
18
2019
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
An active storytime for families with children 0-5 years old. Hop, sing and dance with your child through songs and rhymes! Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before the program begins. Drop-in program.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Oct
19
2019
Sat
Fairfield Woods Branch Library's 50th Anniversary Book Sale by Friends of Fairfield Public Library
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Fairfield Woods Lawn
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Special Event
Description:
In honor of Fairfield Woods Branch Library's 50th anniversary, the Friends of Fairfield Public Library are holding a special book sale.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
19
2019
Sat
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining:
44
Description:
Join us once a month for a high energy, fun aerobics class combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
Women & Money Roundtable: Are You an Emotional Investor?
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Finances,
Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Description:
Women often wish they were more informed about finances as they relate to their family and themselves. This monthly discussion group, started in the spring of 2016, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
Gaming Tuesdays in the downUNDER
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Woods Branch
Program Type:
After School
Description:
Grades 6 and up: Every Tuesday we will be setting up the Nintendo Switch or XBOX One for group gaming or use one of our laptops from our mobile computer lab to game online with a group of your friends.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
Oct
16
2019
Wed
Maker Wednesday in the downUNDER
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Woods Branch
Program Type:
After School
Description:
Grades 6 and up. Join us in the downUNDER on Wednesdays for a hands-on activity guaranteed to get you thinking.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
How to Read a Film - Film Screening
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
WATCH THE FILM AT THE LIBRARY BEFORE THE TALK. Tuesday film screening for Dr. Schenker's How to Read a Film on Thursdays.
A Quartet of Noir Masterpieces
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Stories, songs and activities for children ages 3-5. Children attend independently, but caregiver must remain in the Children’s Room during program.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
Preschool Storytime - Main
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
Drop-in program for children ages 3-5 years old. Children and caregivers are invited to this early literacy-based program that will include stories, songs, finger plays and much more!
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
Trivia Thursdays in the downUNDER
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Woods Branch
Program Type:
After School
Grades 6 and up: Think you know it all? Prove it and join us in the downUNDER on Thursdays for our Kahoot trivia challenge. Bring your own device or use one of our laptops. Laptops available on a first-come basis.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
Oct
18
2019
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Woods Branch
Program Type:
After School
For Teens Grades 6 and up: The downUNDER is now open as a computer lab on Fridays. Please note- the space will be solely dedicated to using computers and there will be no additional activities in the room on Fridays.
Disclaimer(s)
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with peanuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
19
2019
Sat
ZUMBA® Fairfield Woods 50th Celebration
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining:
24
Description:
Join us for this special class in celebration of Fairfield Woods Branch Library's 50th anniversary!
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Technology,
After School
Description:
Stop by the Library once a month for some hands-on fun with littleBits™! Participants will have the opportunity to explore and experiment with littleBits™. littleBits™ are electronic building blocks for creating inventions large and small.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
16
2019
Wed
The Art of Character Building
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Let’s look at character in story! Do you enjoy graphic novels? Do you have a favorite comic strip? We will read some favorites together and create characters of our own.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
After School
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Description:
Ever wonder what goes “bump” in the night? Each week we will learn about a different nocturnal animal, then do a fun activity or craft involving our animal friend.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Technology,
After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Learn to code and change the world this fall! Together we will focus on sisterhood, code, bravery and impact.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
18
2019
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
After School
Description:
Do you love designing with Lego® bricks or K’Nex®? Are you inspired by tall buildings, fancy cars or animals? Put your imagination to work and join us for a fun-filled afternoon building with many different kinds of materials!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Conjure up your creative abilities and join us for pumpkin painting! Every child will be given a pumpkin to paint and given the option to enter it into our pumpkin painting contest.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
15
2019
Tue
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
* THIS IS A 5 WEEK SERIES.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
16
2019
Wed
*CANCELLED* Jump-Start Speech and Language Development
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining:
50
Description:
Join us for a talk with speech language pathologist Nancy Hastings, MA, CCC.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Woods Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
Oct
16
2019
Wed
Sew Studio with Jennifer Butler
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Woods Branch
Program Type:
Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
This is a terrific sewing group led by the fabulous designer Jennifer Butler! Bring your own project to work on or grab a pattern from our files. For ages 12 and up, but anyone under 14 must be accompanied by a parent.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
16
2019
Wed
CIVICS 101: Connecticut's Fiscal Crisis - CANCELLED
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining:
80
Description:
History and Politics in the Land of Steady Habits.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
For Tween and Teen Girls and Boys in Grades 6 and up- Computer skills are the most sought-after in the US job market, with demand growing 3X the national average. Girls Who Code is a national organization leading the movement to inspire, edu
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
18
2019
Fri
It Only Gets Stranger- Mystery Night
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Go back to the 80’s and wade through supernatural forces and governmental conspiracies to save Hawkins and the world in this after-hours scavenger hunt through the library stacks. Register early for this popular and scary annual event!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Oct
17
2019
Thu
How to Read a Film with Dr. Mark Schenker
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Required
Seats Remaining:
24
Description:
A Quartet of Noir Masterpieces
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