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2019
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Closing
LIBRARY CLOSED - HOLIDAY
Branches:
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Fairfield Woods Branch Library,
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Nov
12
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.
Nov
12
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.
Nov
13
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.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
JOBS 2019: Job Search Boot Camp
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
Nov
14
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:
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.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
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. 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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Nov
16
2019
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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!
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Nov
12
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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Nov
13
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Science,
Storytime
Description:
Full STEAM Ahead is a centers-based program designed for children 3-5 years of age.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Nov
14
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.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
Purls of Wisdom Knitting Group
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:
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.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
JOBS 2019: One-on-One Career Counseling
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
Nov
15
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.
Nov
15
2019
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Library - Main Library
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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
15
2019
Fri
Friends of the Fairfield Public Library Book Sale
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Special Event
Description:
The Friends of Fairfield Public Library will hold a three day Book Sale featuring a large selection of fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, and DVDs.
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 "Woods Branch" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Woods Branch" group.
Nov
16
2019
Sat
Sew Easy American Sewing Guild
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:
Adults,
Woods Branch
Program Type:
Crafting
Description:
Join the sewing craze and learn all aspects of sewing. Bring a lunch, work on personal sewing projects and learn new sewing techniques. The American Sewing Guild is a national organization.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
16
2019
Sat
Friends of the Fairfield Public Library Book Sale
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Special Event
Description:
The Friends of Fairfield Public Library will hold a three day Book Sale featuring a large selection of fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, and DVDs.
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
16
2019
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining:
33
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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Nov
12
2019
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
12
2019
Tue
"The Library Suite" Multimedia Presentation with David Pressler
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Required
Seats Remaining:
82
Description:
An encore presentation of "The Library Suite", featuring 13 original jazz pieces by Mark Edinberg with visual projections by David Pressler, all reflecting aspects of the modern library.
Hosted by David Pressler.
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.
Nov
12
2019
Tue
Gaming Tuesdays in the downUNDER
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
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.
Nov
13
2019
Wed
Maker Wednesday in the downUNDER
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
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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
Preschool Storytime - Main
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:
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.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
Trivia Thursdays in the downUNDER
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
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.
Nov
15
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
12
2019
Tue
Teen Library Council Meeting
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Study Room E
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Discussion Group,
After School
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Description:
For Teens and Tweens in Grades 6 and up: Have great ideas for library programs, looking to develop some leadership skills, or just love books? Then we want to hear from you. Join us for our Teen Council and learn how you can help out a
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.
Nov
12
2019
Tue
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
After School
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Description:
Join us to explore some gooey science! Get messy with us as we learn about and make various slimes and doughs in this series of classes.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
13
2019
Wed
A Feast of Thanks: Art Edition
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
After School
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
What are you thankful for? Join us to make a decorative mobile to express your gratitude. Be ready to have fun and get creative in this special art class led by Ms. MaryJo, an award-winning illustrator!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
14
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: 0
Description:
Join in on the fun of making your own puppet! Each week we will use different materials to make a puppet and then put on a little show for ourselves!
For children in grades K-2.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
*Cancelled* Everyone's Included-Book Chat
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Description:
Join a book group that reads, shares, and celebrates diversity! Whether you read books with diverse characters to see yourself represented or to help understand the life experiences of someone else, Everyone’s Included!
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
14
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.
Nov
15
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
12
2019
Tue
How to be an Ally for LGBTQ Youth
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Parenting,
Special Event,
Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining:
17
Description:
Are you a parent, family member, caregiver, teacher, service-provider or friend of an LGBTQ youth? Did you know having at least one accepting adult in their life reduces the chance of a suicide attempt by 40 percent?
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
12
2019
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
13
2019
Wed
Board Game Night for Teens and Adults
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Art, Film, Music
Description:
Monthly Board Game Night is back! This event takes place the second Wednesday of every month.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
13
2019
Wed
How Can I Find Scholarships?
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Memorial Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
College Planning
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Description:
Do you need money for college but find the scholarship application process overwhelming? Not even sure where to begin? Strategic research and organization are key components to earning college scholarships.
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.
Nov
13
2019
Wed
Sew Studio with Jennifer Butler
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,
Adults,
Woods Branch
Program Type:
Crafting
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
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.
Nov
13
2019
Wed
T.V. Forensics Fact and Fiction
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Rotary Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Science
Required
Seats Remaining:
67
Description:
Are you a fan of CSI, NCIS and other TV forensic shows? Join us when Jillian Wyckoff, a STEM academic associate at the Discovery Museum in Bridgeport, dissects the fact from the fiction. Everyone loves the drama of an entertaining crime show.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
CANCELLED Jump-Start Speech and Language Development
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Location:
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Room:
Caroline Platt Walsh Community 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 "Teens" group.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
13
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Main Library
Room:
Annie B. Jennings Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Description:
The November selection is The Vegetarian by Han Kang
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
14
2019
Thu
NAMI Book Club - The Great Alone
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Location:
Main Library
Room:
Annie B. Jennings Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Description:
NAMI Book Club - Discussion of The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
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