February 28, 2026
Main Library Closing at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, March 4

Main Library will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
on Wednesday, March 4 in preparation for the One Book, One Town Author Event. 
 
Fairfield Woods Branch Library will be open its regular hours on 3/4 from
9:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Adult Take and Make for March

Stop by the Information desk to pick up an adult craft kit starting Wednesday, March 4. All supplies will be provided. This month create a spring themed mini cross stitch. Bonus Yoshi egg pattern included in honor of Mario Day coming up on MAR10 (March 10)!
 
First come, first served. While supplies last. Limit one per person.
 
OBOT Author Talk with Bruce Holsinger
Wednesday, March 4 at 7:00 pm
SHU Community Theatre

Main Library will close at 5:00 pm to prepare for this event.
 
Fairfield Public Library and our Community Partners welcome the author of the 2026 One Book, One Town (OBOT) selection Culpability.
 
We will see you downtown on Wednesday!  Please be sure to confirm your registration or cancel if you can no longer attend.
 
One Book One Town is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library. Thank you to all our sponsors.
 
Laughs at the Library
Friday, March 6
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Main Library
 
Buy tickets now!
 
Soundwaves Concert:
Visions and Variations with Lions Gate Trio
Saturday, March 7
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Main Library

Please join us for Visions and Variations, our Spring Soundwaves conert featuring the Library's trio-in-residence, Lions Gate Trio. Katie Lansdale on violin, Darrett Adkins on cello, and Florence Millet on piano will present an exquisite pairing of a well-known masterpiece with a forgotten treasure. Space is limited, register now.
 
Jennifer Butler Spring Fashion Show
Thursday, March 26
6:30 pm
Main Library

The Friends of Fairfield Public Library welcome clothing designer Jennifer Butler as she presents her Spring 2026 collection for men and women. Bring a friend and support your local library while viewing Jen's latest creations and indulging in some light refreshments.
Donations will be taken at the door (suggested amount: $50) and all proceeds benefit Fairfield Public Library. Advance registration is appreciated.

Upcoming Events
Inclusive and Sensory-Friendly Game Day!
Saturday, February 28
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library

Chess game boardgame play flipped
Chess Tournament for Teens & Adults
Saturday, February 28
1:00 - 3:30 pm
Main Library

Board games night kids cards parents family adults strategy
Board Game Night for Adults
Monday, March 2
5:30 - 7:45 pm
Main Library

Beginner English Conversation Group
Monday, March 2
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Main Library

Tax Time Forms
Tax Preparation by SimplifyCT/VITA
Every Tuesday until April 14
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Main Library
No Registration: first come, first serve
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Sewing Machine Fabric Makerspace Hands Crafts
Sew Studio With Jen Butler 
Thursday, March 5
6:30 - 7:45 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group 
Thursday, March 5
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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First Friday Jazz
Friday, March 6
3:15 - 4:30 pm
Main Library
No registration. Drop in and enjoy!

Living Parkinson's - 7 Strategies for Living a Full Life with Renewed Purpose
Author Talk & Book Signing
Saturday, March 7
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Main Library

Soundwaves Concert: Visions and Variations with Lions Gate Trio
Saturday, March 7
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Main Library
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The Montauk Project: Stranger Than Fiction with Dustin Pari
Monday, March 9
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Main Library
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For a complete list of library programs and events,
visit our online calendar.
 
Upcoming Book Clubs
Monday, 3/2
Exploring Genres
Book Club
6:30 - 7:30 pm
VIRTUAL
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Wednesday, 3/11
Tilt by Emma Pattee
Literature & Libations
Book Club
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Wine & Cheese Spa Bar
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Thursday, 3/12
A Marriage at Sea: A True Story of Love, Obsession, and Shipwreck by Sophie Elmhirst
Woods Book Buzz
Book Club
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch
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Adult Reading Challenge
Adult Reading Challenge 2026
 
 Join us for another year of our Adult Reading Challenge. Every month we'll encourage you to read a book in a particular genre. Read one book per month to earn a prize at the end of the year, or read five books per month to earn the Ultimate Reader status and earn a special prize! For each month you complete, you will also be entered into that month's raffle for a gift card to a local business.
 
March's genre is One Book, One Town – read this year's OBOT selection, any book with the OBOT theme, or any of our past OBOT selections. Stop by our book displays for some suggested titles, or check out this list for some ideas.
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Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday (until May): 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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