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May 16, 2026
Upcoming Holiday Hours and Schedule Changes
 
Main Library and Fairfield Woods Branch Libraries will be closed for the Memorial Day weekend (Saturday 5/23, Sunday 5/24, Monday 5/25).
 
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, our weekend hours will be Saturdays from 12pm to 5pm and closed on Sundays.
 
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Our BIG SPRING BOOK SALE is happening now! 
Friday, May 15: 9 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday, May 16: 10 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday, May 17: 1pm - 4:30 pm

Shop great titles at great prices and stock up on your summer reading! All proceeds benefit the Library.
The Career Bus Returns!
Wednesday, May 20
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Introduction to AI for Job Seekers:  This workshop will introduce you to the basics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and demonstrate how it can empower your job search efforts.
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  • What is AI?
  • AI resources for job seekers
  • AI in hiring process
  • Practical insights and tools
Choose the 10am session or the 1pm session!
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Did you miss our program this week exploring the new American Classics series with HarperCollins? Watch the recording now!
 
HarperCollins recently released their American Classics series: Books That Define a Nation to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Included in the 35 titles are traditional works such as Moby Dick and The Scarlett Letter. In addition, what many voracious readers would consider modern-day classics are included as well such as The Poisonwood Bible, The Hate U Give, and Tales of the City. We welcomed representatives from HarperCollins in conversation with readers who will discuss what makes a book a classic and how HC was able to whittle a massive 200+ year publishing list down to 35 amazing titles. 
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The Friends' Annual Literary Luncheon
Featuring Author Laura Zigman
 

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
12:00 - 3:00 pm
The Patterson Club
 
Join us for an afternoon with Laura Zigman, author of The Author Weekend, in conversation with Ann Leary. Ticket price includes lunch, wine, and dessert.
 
Pre-order your copy of The Author Weekend and purchase your ticket using this link!
 
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Special Exhibit:
The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington
Now through July 6, Main Library, New Books Area
On loan from Fairfield Museum & History Center, a series of graphic novel-style panels designed by illustrator Kirk Manley tells the dramatic story of the spy ring that operated between New York City, Long Island, and Fairfield during the Revolutionary War.
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Upcoming Events
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Paws to Read: 15-minute sessions
Saturday, May 16
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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American Sewing Guild
Saturday, May 16
12:00 - 4:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
No registration necessary. Stop in!
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SCORE: Business Workflow Systems: How Work Moves from Sales to Invoice
Monday, May 18
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
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Beginner English Conversation Group
Monday, May 18
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
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Making AI Posters with Canva, MS Designer, and Gemini with Gary Webster
Monday, May 18
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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Wednesday Walks
Wednesday, May 20
10:00 - 11:00 am
Main Library
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Essay Writing for Your College Application
Wednesday, May 20
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
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International Flying Saucer Bureau Meetup 
Wednesday, May 20
6:30 - 7:45 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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Move Your Qi
Thursday, May 21
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library
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Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group 
Thursday, May 21
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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Wednesday Walks
Wednesday, May 27
10:00 - 11:00 am
Main Library
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Li-Garden Dance Company Chinese Folk Dance Performance
Saturday, May 30
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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For a complete list of library programs and events,
visit our online calendar.
 
Upcoming Book Clubs
Wednesday, 5/20
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Main
Book Club
1:30 - 2:30 pm
Main Library
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Wednesday, 5/27
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Little Pub and Literature
Book Club
6:30 - 8:00 pm
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Monday, 6/1
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Exploring Genres
Book Club
6:30 - 7:30 pm
VIRTUAL
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Adult Reading Challenge
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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.
 
May's genre is Asian-American Pacific Islander Month - read any book celebrating Asian-American Pacific Islander Month. Stop by our book displays for some suggested titles, or check out this list for some ideas.
Featured Resource
zippy dill potato salad: discover the best type of potatoes for a zesty dill potato salad and learn tips for creating this classic, flavorful dish. Live session on Wednesday, May 20 at 7:30 pm EST . For beginner-intermediate chefs.

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Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday (until May 25): 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday (until May 25): 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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