Create a Board Game Camp

Did you know playing board games increases cognitive function, helps make socializing easier, reduces stress, creates social connection, and reduces screen time?  In this camp, you will learn the basics behind board game design and create your own board game using tools......More

Did you know playing board games increases cognitive function, helps make socializing easier, reduces stress, creates social connection, and reduces screen time?  In this camp, you will learn the basics behind board game design and create your own board game using tools from our maker space.  This camp meets for three days. Participants should plan to attend all three days. Day One- Board Game Design Theory and Board designDay Two- Design pieces, cards, etc for your Board GameDay Three- Finish your game. Board game showcase and playing.Registration is required. Open to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

American Sewing Guild

This is a monthly get-together of local members of the American Sewing Guild. If you are interested in learning more about sewing and the American Sewing Guild please stop by.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Make Music Fairfield

Fairfield Public Library and Fairfield Woods Branch Library are so happy to participate in Make Music Fairfield again in 2025!! Part of the national Make Music Day celebration, Make Music Fairfield is music performed by anyone and enjoyed by everyone! Launched in 1982 i......More

Fairfield Public Library and Fairfield Woods Branch Library are so happy to participate in Make Music Fairfield again in 2025!! Part of the national Make Music Day celebration, Make Music Fairfield is music performed by anyone and enjoyed by everyone! Launched in 1982 in France as the Fête de la Musique, it is now held on the same day in more than 1,000 cities in 120 countries.Completely different from a typical music festival, Make Music is open to anyone who wants to take part. Every kind of musician — young and old, amateur and professional, of every musical persuasion — pours onto streets, parks, plazas, and porches to share their music with friends, neighbors, and strangers. All of it is free and open to the public.Fairfield Public Library will be hosting these performances in the Old Post Road Courtyard:12pm-1pm: MOSS (indie-rock / rock / funk)1pm-1:30pm: Adam Weisblatt (experimental)1:45pm-2:45pm: Julian Davies and Friends (blues / rock / jazz)3pm-4pm: Jon Slow (indie-folk / singer/songwriter/ rock)4pm-5pm: Lindsey and Shelly (folk / singer/songwriter)5pm-5:30pm - Emo Kid Eating a Sandwich (rock)5:30pm-6pm - Zach Andersen (singer/songwriter / indie-folk / indie-rock)6pm-7pm: Roots Oscura (folk / indie-rock) Fairfield Woods Branch Library (1147 Fairfield Woods Road) will be hosting these performances by the Pollinator Pathway Garden:12pm-1pm: Ava Valiante ( indie-folk, singer/songwriter)1pm-3pm: The Other Four (rock)3pm-4pm: Abi Varsos (r&b / pop / jazz) We will update the performers list as more artists join in!  Learn more at the Make Music Fairfield website here: https://www.makemusicday.org/fairfield/.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

D.I.Y. Take & Make Kit Supply Pickup -- Main Library

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOT......More

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOTH the Main Library (1080 Old Post Road, upstairs in the Children’s Department) AND the Fairfield Woods Branch Library (1147 Fairfield Woods Road, inside). Please see below for specific details. Kits will be available when the Library opens while supplies last - first come, first served.Saturday, June 21: D.I.Y. Ring Toss - Let’s create a summer game from recycled materials! To do this craft, you will need your own scissors, pencil, glue and coloring materials.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

D.I.Y. Take & Make Kit Supply Pickup -- Woods Branch

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOT......More

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOTH the Main Library (1080 Old Post Road, upstairs in the Children’s Department) AND the Fairfield Woods Branch Library (1147 Fairfield Woods Road, inside). Please see below for specific details. Kits will be available when the Library opens while supplies last - first come, first served.Saturday, June 21: D.I.Y. Ring Toss - Let’s create a summer game from recycled materials! To do this craft, you will need your own scissors, pencil, glue and coloring materials.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Drop-In Button Making

Looking for something fun to do on a Saturday afternoon?Let's make pin-back buttons! From 1:00 to 3:00 pm, stop by the Children’s Room at the Main Library to use your creativity and make a button with us!For children of all ages with their caregivers. Caregiver must rem......More

Looking for something fun to do on a Saturday afternoon?Let's make pin-back buttons! From 1:00 to 3:00 pm, stop by the Children’s Room at the Main Library to use your creativity and make a button with us!For children of all ages with their caregivers. Caregiver must remain with the child. Registration is not required but encouraged. Please register each child individually. Registration opens two weeks before each event date.Limit two buttons per child. Available while supplies last.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

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Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 23 months old with their caregiver. This class is intended for babies and those starting to walk.Registration is required and is separate for each class each w......More

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 23 months old with their caregiver. This class is intended for babies and those starting to walk.Registration is required and is separate for each class each week. Please register each child individually. Space is limited. Registration opens at 8:00 pm on Monday the week prior.In order to provide the best learning environment for all participants, we are unable to allow access, regardless of registration, if you arrive 10 minutes after the program starts.Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Teen Take and Make Craft Pick Up

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.  Kits are available to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall while supplies last.......More

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.  Kits are available to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall while supplies last. Week One- Pony Bead Gumball MachineWeek Two- DIY gamesWeek Three- CD Scratch ArtWeek Four- Catapult KitWeek Five- Pipe Cleaner PetWeek Six- Lollipop Pencil TopperWeek Seven- Origami animal ringsWeek Eight- Crane Game

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Teen Take and Make Craft Pick-Up

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.  Kits are available to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall while supplies last.......More

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.  Kits are available to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall while supplies last. Week One- Pony Bead Gumball MachineWeek Two- DIY gamesWeek Three- CD Scratch ArtWeek Four- Catapult KitWeek Five- Pipe Cleaner PetWeek Six- Lollipop Pencil TopperWeek Seven- Origami animal ringsWeek Eight- Ball Catch Game

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Safe Streets Launch and Press Conference

Help the Town of Fairfield and its community partners kick off our "Safe Streets Start with YOU" campaign and pledge to make our town safer for cars, pedestrians and bikers on our roads!  Sign the pledge and get a free car magnet.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Mini Canvas Painting Drop-In for Teens

Want to paint a mini canvas for our Summer Challenge? Drop in to the teen space and paint a masterpiece inspired by your favorite games or sports! Your artwork will also be displayed in our Library Mini-Art Gallery and you will earn a code good for 25 points.  This is a......More

Want to paint a mini canvas for our Summer Challenge? Drop in to the teen space and paint a masterpiece inspired by your favorite games or sports! Your artwork will also be displayed in our Library Mini-Art Gallery and you will earn a code good for 25 points.  This is a self-directed drop-in activity. Registration is not required.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Crafting Through the Decades- 60's Pop Art

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.                 6/23 – The 60’s-Create a far-out Pop......More

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.                 6/23 – The 60’s-Create a far-out Pop Art painting inspired by Roy Lichtenstein or Keith Haring.                6/30 – The 70’s- Design a groovy tie-dye t-shirt. As a bonus, register for our 7/2 Maker Meet-up and customize     your shirt with heat transfer vinyl words or images.                 7/8 – The 80’s – Chill Out while you craft with rad weaving loom loops. (Please note this session meets on Tues.)                7/14 – The 90’s- Make some righteous sand art and gnarly perler bead creations!                7/21 – The 20’s – Hang with your Peeps and craft a sick boondoggle lanyard or Friendship bracelet.                7/28 - The 2010’s- Slay some duct-tape creations.                 8/4 -  The 2020’s – We are all about Pixel Art! Take some inspiration from Minecraft and craft some cube pixel  art.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

A Tea Dragon Society Tea Party

Ever wondered what it would be like to share a magical bond with a dragon? Join us at the Main Library as we drink tea, decorate (and eat!) dragon egg cookies, play The Tea Dragon Society card game and explore the graphic novel on our free digital app COMICS PLUS®! For ......More

Ever wondered what it would be like to share a magical bond with a dragon? Join us at the Main Library as we drink tea, decorate (and eat!) dragon egg cookies, play The Tea Dragon Society card game and explore the graphic novel on our free digital app COMICS PLUS®! For children entering grades 3-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Monday, June 9.*We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with peanuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Lego® Club Drop-In

Do you love designing with LEGO® bricks? Put your imagination to work and join us for a fun-filled afternoon building with LEGOs® alongside your friends!For children entering grades K-5. Drop-in program. Space is limited. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library d......More

Do you love designing with LEGO® bricks? Put your imagination to work and join us for a fun-filled afternoon building with LEGOs® alongside your friends!For children entering grades K-5. Drop-in program. Space is limited. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the program. No registration required.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Osborn Hill Elementary School Night

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities! You can also register for this year's Summer Challenge: Level Up! Plus, earn poin......More

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities! You can also register for this year's Summer Challenge: Level Up! Plus, earn points for your Beanstack account!For families with children entering grades K-5.Registration is required and opens on Monday, June 9.Please register each child individually.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Using ChatGPT for Posters...and more!

More than just words, the new free ChatGPT-4o with image generation and editing tools. Now draw anything that you can describe as well as write sonnets, poems, and emails.In this session you’ll see how to write prompts that make posters, drawings, paintings, or watercol......More

More than just words, the new free ChatGPT-4o with image generation and editing tools. Now draw anything that you can describe as well as write sonnets, poems, and emails.In this session you’ll see how to write prompts that make posters, drawings, paintings, or watercolors. Refine the poster with additional prompts, modifying the image until it’s perfect, with labels and titles.Do it all with this single program.LEVEL: Beginner – IntermediatePresenter Gary Webster is a dynamic technology integrator, industrial designer and certified teacher, teaching technology and design in the classroom.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

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 is required and is separate for each class each week. Please r......More

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 is required and is separate for each class each week. Please register each child individually. Space is limited. Registration opens at 8:00 pm on Tuesday the week prior.In order to provide the best learning environment for all participants, we are unable to allow access, regardless of registration, if you arrive 10 minutes after the program starts.Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Storytime at Penfield Beach

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. Registration is not required for this class. You will need a Fairfield Beach Parking Sticker.Location: Penfield......More

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. Registration is not required for this class. You will need a Fairfield Beach Parking Sticker.Location: Penfield Beach Pavilion (323 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824)**PLEASE NOTE for Storytime at Penfield Beach: Due to rain or other weather-related issues, the class may instead be held inside at the Main Library with limited seating. Tickets will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Please view our online events calendar 20 minutes before the class or call the Library during open hours to check for location changes. The Library reserves the right to change the class’s location at any time and for any reason.

323 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Wobbly Walkers *Registration Class*

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 is required and is separate for each......More

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 is required and is separate for each class each week. Please register each child individually. Space is limited. Registration opens at 8:00 pm on Tuesday the week prior.In order to provide the best learning environment for all participants, we are unable to allow access, regardless of registration, if you arrive 10 minutes after the program starts.Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Mahjong @ Main

Mahjong!Tuesdays from 10am-12pmRegistration required. No walk-ins.Mahjong meets at both Main and Woods branch. Please register for only one location each week.Registration begins on midnight of the first day of every month for the following month. (ex: June 1 for all Ju......More

Mahjong!Tuesdays from 10am-12pmRegistration required. No walk-ins.Mahjong meets at both Main and Woods branch. Please register for only one location each week.Registration begins on midnight of the first day of every month for the following month. (ex: June 1 for all July dates)This group is extremely popular. Registration for the entire month is usually full by 8am on the first.Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in China, and has gained wide-spread popularity in the West over the past century.Join Fairfield Public Library's on-going Mahjong group!  We play only for fun; there is no betting, just a supportive learning environment.We welcome all levels of players; instruction for beginners is always available.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Terrific Twos *Registration Class*

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 is required and is separate for each class each week. Please register ......More

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 is required and is separate for each class each week. Please register each child individually. Space is limited. Registration opens at 8:00 pm on Tuesday the week prior.In order to provide the best learning environment for all participants, we are unable to allow access, regardless of registration, if you arrive 10 minutes after the program starts.Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Crafternoons @ Woods: Junk Frames

Piece together an adorable maximalist picture frame featuring junk! For teens entering grades 6 through 12. Registration is required.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Book Buddies: Session 1

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main LibraryOur Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.Join us here at the Library as we combine literacy, creativity, and friendship with the help of our teen volunte......More

Tuesdays in the Children's Program Room, Main LibraryOur Book Buddies program is for children entering 1st to 3rd grade who need extra TLC with their reading.Join us here at the Library as we combine literacy, creativity, and friendship with the help of our teen volunteers. Please only register for the session that fits your summer schedule. Session 1: June 17 & June 24Session 2: July 1 & July 8Session 3: July 15 & July 22Session 4: July 29 & August 5For children entering grades 1-3. Registration is required.  Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Tuesday, June 3 for all sessions.Participants must attend BOTH class dates in a session. Please only register if you are able to attend both dates. You may only register for and attend ONE of the four sessions. Duplicates will be cancelled.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Holland Hill & Mill Hill Elementary School Night

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities! You can also register for this year's Summer Challenge: Level Up! Plus, earn poin......More

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities! You can also register for this year's Summer Challenge: Level Up! Plus, earn points for your Beanstack account!For families with children entering grades K-5.Registration is required and opens on Tuesday, June 10.Please register each child individually.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Sew Studio with Jen Butler

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.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Let's Speak Together! Support/Conversation Group with a Speech Therapist

Let's Speak Together - NEW CLASS! Do you or your loved one ever have tip-of-the-tongue moments or ever feel like a word gets "stuck"? Led by Melissa Katz, a speech-language pathologist, this class is designed to focus on activities that promote brain engagement in a sup......More

Let's Speak Together - NEW CLASS! Do you or your loved one ever have tip-of-the-tongue moments or ever feel like a word gets "stuck"? Led by Melissa Katz, a speech-language pathologist, this class is designed to focus on activities that promote brain engagement in a supporting environment where you can meet and connect with other people going through a similar experience. Care partners are also welcome. This class is being offered the last Wednesday of each month. Registration is required.*Disclaimer: Melissa will not be providing speech therapy in this class. Any medical questions should be answered by your physician.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Sing Me A Story Outside on the Fairfield Museum Commons

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with dancing, singing and stories that incorporate music. For children ages 0-5 and their caregiver. If it is raining, the class will be held inside the Fairfield Museum.Location: Fairfield Museum Common......More

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with dancing, singing and stories that incorporate music. For children ages 0-5 and their caregiver. If it is raining, the class will be held inside the Fairfield Museum.Location: Fairfield Museum Commons (370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824)Registration is not required for this outside class. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on. If it is raining, the class will be held inside the Fairfield Museum.*PLEASE NOTE for Storytime at Penfield Beach and Sing & Stomp at the Sherman Green: Due to rain or other weather-related issues, the classes may instead be held inside at the Main Library with limited seating. Tickets will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Please view our online events calendar 20 minutes before the class or call the Library during open hours to check for location changes. The Library reserves the right to change the classes’ locations at any time and for any reason.

370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Main Book Club - The Story She Left Behind

This month we will be discussing The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry. All are welcome. Claudia Silk is the moderator of the discussion.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Robot Wars for Teens

Join us for an afternoon of building Bluetooth-controlled robots.  Once you finish building, the fun begins with robot rumbles and obstacle course races.  Beginners welcome!Registration required. Open to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Wacky Wednesdays at Woods!

June 25: Minecraft Canvas – Transform a canvas into a Minecraft Creeper to hang on your wall! Dress for a mess!For children entering grades K-5. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Registration is required and ......More

June 25: Minecraft Canvas – Transform a canvas into a Minecraft Creeper to hang on your wall! Dress for a mess!For children entering grades K-5. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Registration is required and opens at 9:00am two weeks before each class date. Space is limited.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Jennings & Burr Elementary School Night

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities! You can also register for this year's Summer Challenge: Level Up! Plus, earn poin......More

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities! You can also register for this year's Summer Challenge: Level Up! Plus, earn points for your Beanstack account!For families with children entering grades K-5.Registration is required and opens on Wednesday, June 11. Please register each child individually.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Game Nights for Teens

Join us on Wednesdays all summer long for game nights. Please make sure you sign up for each evening you plan to attend.Here’s the line-up for our summer of gaming:6/18 – Board Game Extravaganza! All the classic games along with new favorites. 6/25 – Outdoor games and m......More

Join us on Wednesdays all summer long for game nights. Please make sure you sign up for each evening you plan to attend.Here’s the line-up for our summer of gaming:6/18 – Board Game Extravaganza! All the classic games along with new favorites. 6/25 – Outdoor games and more! Weather permitting, we will take the fun outside or feel free to stay inside and play board games.7/2 – Jack Box Games!  Fibbage, QuipLash, Fakin’it and more! Easy to pick up the rules, hard to stop playing and of course, we have board games.7/9 – Teens vs. Adults Trivia- Think you’re smarter than your mom and dad? Bring your adult and put it to the test in a trivia battle of the generations. From pop culture to history, show off your knowledge in this family-friendly competition.  This special event will meet at our Main Library Location7/16- Game Show Throw down! We're bringing our own versions of classic TV game shows into play.7/23- Giant games! – It's time for extra large games. Play giant Jenga, Yahtzee, Monopoly, Sorry, Uno, and more.7/30 – Kahoot Trivia – Try your hand at trivia featuring books, movies, geography, math, music, etc...And, as always we will have board games. 8/6 – Switch Tournaments- A Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart tournament at the same time? You bet! And, of course, there will be board games. Snacks will be served. Registration is required. Open to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the Fall

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Safe Streets Panel Discussion: Achieving Vision Zero

Fairfield has joined towns across the country who have pledged to achieve Vision Zero — an ambitious, global initiative to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries through smarter planning and community collaboration, but what does that mean for Fairfield? Come......More

Fairfield has joined towns across the country who have pledged to achieve Vision Zero — an ambitious, global initiative to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries through smarter planning and community collaboration, but what does that mean for Fairfield? Come to this expert panel discussion to learn what Vision Zero is and what Fairfield is doing to drive it forward. You’ll have a chance to ask questions and give feedback through interactive activities and direct conversation. This event, organized by the Fairfield Bike/Ped Committee, is hosted in partnership with Sustainable Fairfield, Fairfield Public Library, and The Fairfield Safe Streets Alliance as part of the Sustainability and Inclusive Growth Speaker Series, and with support from the Connecticut Training and Technical Assistance Center. Let’s work together to create streets that protect all road users!

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Little Pub and Literature

The Fairfield Public Library and Fairfield's Little Pub team up for a unique experience: book talk, cocktails, nosh, and laugh. Gather with old friends or make new ones.  Nancy Sweeney, Fairfield Woods Branch Manager, will lead the discussion. Books are available at the......More

The Fairfield Public Library and Fairfield's Little Pub team up for a unique experience: book talk, cocktails, nosh, and laugh. Gather with old friends or make new ones.  Nancy Sweeney, Fairfield Woods Branch Manager, will lead the discussion. Books are available at the Fairfield Public Library. All are welcome to join us.This month's selection is The Sense of an Ending  by Julian Barnes.BOOKER PRIZE WINNER • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A novel that follows a middle-aged man as he contends with a past he never much thought about—until his closest childhood friends return with a vengeance: one of them from the grave, another maddeningly present.

2133 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Outside Baby Rhyme Time

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:00 amA lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to ......More

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:00 amA lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to attend one Baby Rhyme Time class each week since the same class is offered two times.*PLEASE NOTE for outside classes at the Fairfield Woods Branch Library: Due to rain or other weather-related issues, the classes may instead be held inside at the Fairfield Woods Branch Library with limited seating. Tickets will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Please view our online events calendar 20 minutes before the class or call the Library during open hours to check for location changes. The Library reserves the right to change the classes’ locations at any time and for any reason.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 35 months old with their caregiver.Registration is required and is separate for each class each week. Please register each child individually. Space is limited. Regi......More

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 35 months old with their caregiver.Registration is required and is separate for each class each week. Please register each child individually. Space is limited. Registration opens at 8:00 pm on Thursday the week prior.In order to provide the best learning environment for all participants, we are unable to allow access, regardless of registration, if you arrive 10 minutes after the program starts.Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Outside Wobbly Walkers

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:45 amAn active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these cl......More

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 9:45 amAn active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to attend one Wobbly Walkers class each week since the same class is offered two times.*PLEASE NOTE for outside classes at the Fairfield Woods Branch Library: Due to rain or other weather-related issues, the classes may instead be held inside at the Fairfield Woods Branch Library with limited seating. Tickets will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Please view our online events calendar 20 minutes before the class or call the Library during open hours to check for location changes. The Library reserves the right to change the classes’ locations at any time and for any reason.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Outside Terrific Twos

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 10:30 amSongs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to atten......More

Fairfield Woods Branch Library Lawn: Thursdays @ 10:30 amSongs, rhymes, books and movement for children ages 24-35 months and their caregiver. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.*Registration is not required for these classes. Please only plan to attend one Terrific Twos class each week since the same class is offered two times.*PLEASE NOTE for outside classes at the Fairfield Woods Branch Library: Due to rain or other weather-related issues, the classes may instead be held inside at the Fairfield Woods Branch Library with limited seating. Tickets will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Please view our online events calendar 20 minutes before the class or call the Library during open hours to check for location changes. The Library reserves the right to change the classes’ locations at any time and for any reason.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Mini Canvas Drop-In for Teens

Want to paint a mini canvas for our Summer Challenge? Drop in to the teen space and paint a masterpiece inspired by your favorite games or sports! Your artwork will also be displayed in our Library Mini-Art Gallery and you will earn a code good for 25 points.  This is a......More

Want to paint a mini canvas for our Summer Challenge? Drop in to the teen space and paint a masterpiece inspired by your favorite games or sports! Your artwork will also be displayed in our Library Mini-Art Gallery and you will earn a code good for 25 points.  This is a self-directed drop-in activity. Registration is not required.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Games from Scratch!

Have you ever thought about creating your own video game? Join us for one or both sessions of Games from Scratch! where you will learn to make a simple game using Scratch (a block-based visual programming language and website).For teens entering grades 6 through 12. Reg......More

Have you ever thought about creating your own video game? Join us for one or both sessions of Games from Scratch! where you will learn to make a simple game using Scratch (a block-based visual programming language and website).For teens entering grades 6 through 12. Registration is required.There will be 2 sessions of this program that will focus on creating two different types of games. Session 1 will focus on creating a pong style game and Session 2 attendees will learn to make an item collection style game. You can register for either or both sessions but you MUST attend both dates per session. Session 1: Registering for June 26th will automatically register you for July 10th.Session 2: Registering for July 24th will automatically register you for August 7th.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Game On! Make Your Own Puzzle

Game On! Thursdays @ 4:00 pmMake Your Own Puzzle – Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Join us for some puzzle fun and create your own small puzzle using a cardboard template and your imagination!For children entering grades K-5. Registration is required and is separate for e......More

Game On! Thursdays @ 4:00 pmMake Your Own Puzzle – Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Join us for some puzzle fun and create your own small puzzle using a cardboard template and your imagination!For children entering grades K-5. Registration is required and is separate for each event date. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens at 9:00 am two weeks before each event date.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Mahjong @ Woods

Mahjong!Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pmRegistration 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.Join Fairfield Public Library's on-going Mahjong group!  We play only......More

Mahjong!Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pmRegistration 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.Join Fairfield Public Library's on-going Mahjong group!  We play only for fun; there is no betting, just a supportive learning environment.We welcome all levels of players; instruction for beginners is always available.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Studio Ghibli Watch Party Movie Nights!

We are combining our Anime Watch Parties with our Movie Nights to bring you special showings of Studio Ghibli movies directed by Hayao Miyazaki.  Wear your PJ’s or comfy clothes and enjoy some tasty cinema snacks while you watch the show. Blankets and fort-building are ......More

We are combining our Anime Watch Parties with our Movie Nights to bring you special showings of Studio Ghibli movies directed by Hayao Miyazaki.  Wear your PJ’s or comfy clothes and enjoy some tasty cinema snacks while you watch the show. Blankets and fort-building are welcome and encouraged! Time permitting, we will end with a anime-themed kahoot. Here’s a movie line-up:6/19 – Spirited Away6/26 – Howl’s Moving Castle7/10 – Princess Mononoke7/17 – Castle in the Sky7/24 - Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind7/31 - The Wind Rises8/7 - Porco RossoRegistration is required. Open to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

North Stratfield & Stratfield Elementary School Night

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities! You can also register for this year's Summer Challenge: Level Up! Plus, earn poin......More

Show your school pride by joining your classmates and their families for a special evening of fun at the Fairfield Public Library! Build your love of reading and participate in activities! You can also register for this year's Summer Challenge: Level Up! Plus, earn points for your Beanstack account!For families with children entering grades K-5.Registration is required and opens on Thursday, June 12.Please register each child individually.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Sing & Stomp at the Sherman Green (Gazebo)

Join us for special outside Sing & Stomp Classes! Sing & Stomp is an active storytime for families with children ages 0-5! Hop, sing and dance with your child through songs and rhymes!Location: Sherman Green Gazebo (1451 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824)Registration is no......More

Join us for special outside Sing & Stomp Classes! Sing & Stomp is an active storytime for families with children ages 0-5! Hop, sing and dance with your child through songs and rhymes!Location: Sherman Green Gazebo (1451 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824)Registration is not required for this outside class. It is recommended that you bring a blanket to sit on.**PLEASE NOTE for Sing & Stomp at the Sherman Green: Due to rain or other weather-related issues, the class may instead be held inside at the Main Library with limited seating. Tickets will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Please view our online events calendar 20 minutes before the class or call the Library during open hours to check for location changes. The Library reserves the right to change the class’s location at any time and for any reason.

1451 Post Road, Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Quilting Basics

Learn the basics of quilting with instructor, Vera Fernandes. In this three-part class she will walk you through the basics or help you brush up on your skills-great for beginners.Registration is required. This is a three-part class. You must attend all 3 sessions. Once......More

Learn the basics of quilting with instructor, Vera Fernandes. In this three-part class she will walk you through the basics or help you brush up on your skills-great for beginners.Registration is required. This is a three-part class. You must attend all 3 sessions. Once you register, you will be automatically registered for all of the events in the series. Adults only.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

ALTOID TRAVEL GAME CRAFT

Join us at the Library to design and create your very own pocket-sized mini game set inside a metal tin--perfect to play anytime, anywhere.For children entering grades 2-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the L......More

Join us at the Library to design and create your very own pocket-sized mini game set inside a metal tin--perfect to play anytime, anywhere.For children entering grades 2-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Friday, June 13.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Procreate-ive Teens

Have you ever wanted to learn how to illustrate digitally? Take your analog skills digital using Procreate!Procreate is an award-winning illustration, sketching, and painting app made exclusively for the iPad.We'll supply the iPads and Apple Pencils, just bring your cre......More

Have you ever wanted to learn how to illustrate digitally? Take your analog skills digital using Procreate!Procreate is an award-winning illustration, sketching, and painting app made exclusively for the iPad.We'll supply the iPads and Apple Pencils, just bring your creativity! Teens will also be able to turn their digital art into a button, keychain, or magnet.For teens entering grades 6 through 12. Registration is required.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

D.I.Y. Take & Make Kit Supply Pickup -- Main Library

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOT......More

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOTH the Main Library (1080 Old Post Road, upstairs in the Children’s Department) AND the Fairfield Woods Branch Library (1147 Fairfield Woods Road, inside). Please see below for specific details. Kits will be available when the Library opens while supplies last - first come, first served.Saturday, June 28: Pikachu Bookmark - Make this adorable bookmark and let Pikachu save your page for you! To do this craft, you will need your own scissors, pencil, glue and coloring materials.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

D.I.Y. Take & Make Kit Supply Pickup -- Woods Branch

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOT......More

D.I.Y. Kits for Children Entering Grades K-5! No Registration Required! While Supplies Last.Grab a kit at the Library, and then, at your convenience, pull up the instructional video on our YouTube Channel to complete the project. D.I.Y. Take and Make kits will be at BOTH the Main Library (1080 Old Post Road, upstairs in the Children’s Department) AND the Fairfield Woods Branch Library (1147 Fairfield Woods Road, inside). Please see below for specific details. Kits will be available when the Library opens while supplies last - first come, first served.Saturday, June 28: Pikachu Bookmark - Make this adorable bookmark and let Pikachu save your page for you! To do this craft, you will need your own scissors, pencil, glue and coloring materials.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Wildlife Encounter with Christine's Critters

Join us for an exciting live animal experience with Christine’s Critters, a nonprofit wildlife rescue dedicated to saving and sharing the stories of some of nature’s most incredible creatures.This is more than just a show! During this unforgettable program you’ll meet l......More

Join us for an exciting live animal experience with Christine’s Critters, a nonprofit wildlife rescue dedicated to saving and sharing the stories of some of nature’s most incredible creatures.This is more than just a show! During this unforgettable program you’ll meet live birds of prey up close, including hawks, owls, and falcons, along with some amazing rescued reptiles like snakes, lizards, and frogs. Each animal has a powerful rescue story and now serves as an ambassador to help inspire the next generation of wildlife protectors.For children of all ages with their caregivers. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Drop offs are not permitted. Registration is required and opens on Saturday, June 14. Please register each child individually. Space is limited.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Puzzle Tournament

Put your puzzling skills to the test and race to be the best! With your team of 4, you will have 2 hours to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Whoever finishes first wins! Participants will compete in teams of four. Please have each member of your team sign up and indicate th......More

Put your puzzling skills to the test and race to be the best! With your team of 4, you will have 2 hours to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Whoever finishes first wins! Participants will compete in teams of four. Please have each member of your team sign up and indicate the team name where requested. If you do not sign up with a team, you will be assigned to one prior to the start of the event.This is a teen event. Adults may sign up but must be registered to participate on a team with their teen. Adults without teens may not register for this event.  Registration is required. For teens entering grades 6 through 12 and their adults.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

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Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 23 months old with their caregiver. This class is intended for babies and those starting to walk.Registration is required and is separate for each class each w......More

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 23 months old with their caregiver. This class is intended for babies and those starting to walk.Registration is required and is separate for each class each week. Please register each child individually. Space is limited. Registration opens at 8:00 pm on Monday the week prior.In order to provide the best learning environment for all participants, we are unable to allow access, regardless of registration, if you arrive 10 minutes after the program starts.Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Teen Take and Make Craft Pick Up

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.  Kits are available to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall while supplies last.......More

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.  Kits are available to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall while supplies last. Week One- Pony Bead Gumball MachineWeek Two- DIY gamesWeek Three- CD Scratch ArtWeek Four- Catapult KitWeek Five- Pipe Cleaner PetWeek Six- Lollipop Pencil TopperWeek Seven- Origami animal ringsWeek Eight- Crane Game

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Teen Take and Make Craft Pick-Up

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.  Kits are available to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall while supplies last.......More

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.  Kits are available to individuals entering grades 6-12 in the fall while supplies last. Week One- Pony Bead Gumball MachineWeek Two- DIY gamesWeek Three- CD Scratch ArtWeek Four- Catapult KitWeek Five- Pipe Cleaner PetWeek Six- Lollipop Pencil TopperWeek Seven- Origami animal ringsWeek Eight- Ball Catch Game

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Maker Mondays: Glowforge Dragon Decoration

During this special Maker Mondays event, participants will learn about the Library's Glowforge laser cutting machine. They will have the opportunity to personalize a pre-cut wooden dragon decoration by having their initials engraved on it. Participants will then learn a......More

During this special Maker Mondays event, participants will learn about the Library's Glowforge laser cutting machine. They will have the opportunity to personalize a pre-cut wooden dragon decoration by having their initials engraved on it. Participants will then learn a basic hand embroidery stitch to add some colorful details to their wooden dragon using thread.This technology uses laser light to cut. Participants will be required to wear goggles while observing how the machine engraves the wood.For children entering grades 3-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Monday, June 16.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Ocean Fun Storytime

Let’s dive deep into some ocean fun to keep you cool during this summer preschool storytime! For children ages 3-5. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Registration is required and opens on Monday, June 16. Spa......More

Let’s dive deep into some ocean fun to keep you cool during this summer preschool storytime! For children ages 3-5. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Registration is required and opens on Monday, June 16. Space is limited.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Crafting Through the Decades- 70's Tie-Dye

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.                 6/23 – The 60’s-Create a far-out Pop......More

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.                 6/23 – The 60’s-Create a far-out Pop Art painting inspired by Roy Lichtenstein or Keith Haring.                6/30 – The 70’s- Design a groovy tie-dye t-shirt. As a bonus, register for our 7/2 Maker Meet-up and customize     your shirt with heat transfer vinyl words or images.                 7/8 – The 80’s – Chill Out while you craft with rad weaving loom loops. (Please note this session meets on Tues.)                7/14 – The 90’s- Make some righteous sand art and gnarly perler bead creations!                7/21 – The 20’s – Hang with your Peeps and craft a sick boondoggle lanyard or Friendship bracelet.                7/28 - The 2010’s- Slay some duct-tape creations.                 8/4 -  The 2020’s – We are all about Pixel Art! Take some inspiration from Minecraft and craft some cube pixel  art.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Maker Mondays: Dragon Clay Sculpture

Join us at the Main Library for our Summer Maker series! Get creative in one of our inspiring events!Dragon Clay SculptureMonday, June 30, 2025 • 4:00-4:45 pm Rotary Room, Main Library For children entering grades 2-5.Registration is required and is separate for each ev......More

Join us at the Main Library for our Summer Maker series! Get creative in one of our inspiring events!Dragon Clay SculptureMonday, June 30, 2025 • 4:00-4:45 pm Rotary Room, Main Library For children entering grades 2-5.Registration is required and is separate for each event date. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens at 9:00 am two weeks before each event date.

1080 Old Post Road , Fairfield, CT, 06824, US

Lego® Club Drop-In

Do you love designing with LEGO® bricks? Put your imagination to work and join us for a fun-filled afternoon building with LEGOs® alongside your friends!For children entering grades K-5. Drop-in program. Space is limited. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library d......More

Do you love designing with LEGO® bricks? Put your imagination to work and join us for a fun-filled afternoon building with LEGOs® alongside your friends!For children entering grades K-5. Drop-in program. Space is limited. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the program. No registration required.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US

Level Up Your Board Games!

Looking to expand your board game knowledge but aren't sure where to start? Tired of the same old Sorry games? It doesn't need to be an Operation to learn some new ones. Join us for a brief discussion on different kinds of board games and their play styles, and then you......More

Looking to expand your board game knowledge but aren't sure where to start? Tired of the same old Sorry games? It doesn't need to be an Operation to learn some new ones. Join us for a brief discussion on different kinds of board games and their play styles, and then you and your family will play some games like Splendor and Outfoxed together! Your family will play together as a team. All attendees, including parents, will participate in the game. This is a hands-on, heads-together experience! Registration opens two weeks before each event date. Children must be accompanied by their caregivers.

1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, 06825, US