May 9, 2026
This week: Special Exhibit:
The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington
May 11 - 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.
It's the Friends' Big Book Sale!
Our BIG SPRING BOOK SALE is next weekend!!! 
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.
  • 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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Save the Date:
 

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!
 
Upcoming Holiday Hours and Schedule Changes
 
Main Library and Fairfield Woods Branch Libraries will be closed for the Memorial Day weekend (5/23 - 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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Upcoming Events
Inclusive and Sensory-Friendly Game Day!
Saturday, May 9
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library
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Paws to Read: 15-minute sessions
Saturday, May 9
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library
Access Health CT Enrollment Appointments
Monday, May 11
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Main Library
Beginner English Conversation Group
Monday, May 11
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
CT-250: The Importance of the State to the Revolution
Monday, May 11
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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Get Ready for College: Executive Function Skills for Independence, Ownership, & Success
Tuesday, May 12
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
VIRTUAL: Exploring American Classics with Harper Collins
Tuesday, May 12
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
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Seniors Walking with Poles
Wednesday Walks
Wednesday, May 13
10:00 - 11:00 am
Main Library
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Your Retirement, Your Rules: How to Make the Most of Social Security
Wednesday, May 13
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group 
Thursday, May 14
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch Library
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Bruce S. Kershner Art Gallery Opening
Thursday, May 14
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
Artists speak at 6:00 pm. Drop in. Light refreshments served.
SCORE: Business Workflow Systems: How Work Moves from Sales to Invoice
Monday, May 18
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Main Library
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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For a complete list of library programs and events,
visit our online calendar.
 
Upcoming Book Clubs
Wednesday, 5/13
The Mango Tree: A Memoir of Fruit, Florida, and Felony by Annabelle Tometich
Literature & Libations
Book Club
6:30 - 7:30 pm
The Bar @
Wine & Cheese Spa
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Thursday, 5/14
Heartwood (a Read with Jenna Pick) by Amity Gaige
Woods Book Buzz
Book Club
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Fairfield Woods Branch
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Wednesday, 5/20
The Impossible Thing by Belinda Bauer
Main
Book Club
1:30 - 2:30 pm
Main Library
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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.
 
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.
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Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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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