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Monday, October 26

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 18 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. Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times. 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.

Ages 0–18 mo
Make a Mini MonsterpieceFREE

Make a Mini Monsterpiece

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Join us at the Main Library as we get creative with model magic and markers! Together, we will explore the work of sculptors from around the world. Then, you will bring your very own monster masterpiece to life! For children in grades 1-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Monday, October 5. Please note that failure to cancel at least 24 hours before the event or not attending the event at all will result in a limited ability to register for future events.

Ages 6–11

Tuesday, October 27

Pendulum PaintingartFREE

Pendulum Painting

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Come to the Main Library to try pendulum painting! Set your pendulum in motion, watch the paint flow, and create unique, swirling patterns. Every swing makes a surprise design, making this project fun and messy in the best way! For children in 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 Tuesday, October 6. Please note that failure to cancel at least 24 hours before the event or not attending the event at all will result in a limited ability to register for future events.

Ages 7–11

Wednesday, October 28

Literacy Play Lab *Registration Class*movementFREE

Literacy Play Lab *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Explore, play, and grow together! Literacy Play Lab is a hands-on early learning program designed for young children and their caregivers. This event features engaging materials such as books, toys, sensory activities, puzzles, games, and other interactive learning tools that help build early literacy skills. Children will develop language, vocabulary, fine motor skills, creativity, and social-emotional skills while caregivers discover fun, simple ways to support early literacy development in their kiddos. Come play, explore, and build a love of reading! For children 18 months up to 5 years 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 Wednesday 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.

Up to age 5

Thursday, October 29

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children 18 months 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. Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times. 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.

Up to age 2

Friday, October 30

Halloween ParadeFREE

Halloween Parade

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Join us for our Halloween celebration! Come in costume as we gather outside the Main Library (1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824) on the parking lot sidewalk to parade around and throughout the Library. We will do some trick or treating along the way so be sure to have a bag with you to collect your goodies! For families with children ages 0-5. Registration is required. Please register each child individually. Space is limited. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with peanuts, tree nuts, soy or other allergens. Registration opens on Friday, October 9 at 9:00 am.

Up to age 5

Saturday, October 31

Halloween SlimeFREE

Halloween Slime

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Get ready for some ooey, gooey Halloween fun! Join us at the Main Library to make Halloween slime. For children in grades K-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Saturday, October 10. Please note that failure to cancel at least 24 hours before the event or not attending the event at all will result in a limited ability to register for future events. *Please note: Food coloring is an option for making slime.

Ages 5–11

Monday, November 2

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 18 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. Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times. 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.

Ages 0–18 mo
Animal Habitat DioramaFREE

Animal Habitat Diorama

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

How do animals live in the wild? What do their homes look like? Come to the Main Library to take an imaginary walk together into the woods to learn about animals and their homes. Then, using a wooden animal peg figure, cardboard and markers, you will make a habitat diorama to take home! For children in grades 1-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Monday, October 12. Please note that failure to cancel at least 24 hours before the event or not attending the event at all will result in a limited ability to register for future events.

Ages 6–11

Tuesday, November 3

Drop-In Family StorytimestorytimeFREE

Drop-In Family Storytime

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

This drop-in storytime for families with children ages 0-5 is in the Children's Room and features songs, rhymes, stories and movement for the whole family! Let’s wiggle, sing and learn together! For children ages 0-5 with their caregiver. *Tickets are not needed for this class.

Up to age 5Drop-in
Toy Story 5 and LEGOs®!storytimeFREE

Toy Story 5 and LEGOs®!

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Join us at the Main Library for a film screening of Toy Story 5 and a snack. For some added fun, we will have LEGO® bricks out for building while we watch the movie! For children in grades K-5 with their caregiver. Registration is required. Please register each child individually. 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. Space is limited. Registration opens on Tuesday, October 13. Please note that failure to cancel at least 24 hours before the event or not attending the event at all will result in a limited ability to register for future events. *We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with peanuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Ages 5–11

Thursday, November 5

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children 18 months 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. Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times. 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.

Up to age 2

Friday, November 6

Drop-In Sing Me A StorystorytimeFREE

Drop-In Sing Me A Story

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

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 adult caregiver. This is a drop-in storytime in the Children's Room. *Tickets are not needed for this class.

Up to age 5Drop-in

Saturday, November 7

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

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

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

D.I.Y. Kits for Children in 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 in the Children's Room at BOTH the Main Library AND the Fairfield Woods Branch Library. Please see below for specific details. Kits will be available when the Library opens while supplies last - first come, first served. Saturday, November 7, 2026 Fall Ball Game Celebrate International Games Month by making a straw and ball game. See how long you can keep the ball in the air. To do this craft, you will need your own scissors, tape and coloring materials.

Ages 5–11Drop-in

Monday, November 9

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 18 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. Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times. 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.

Ages 0–18 mo
Thankful for Dessert!FREE

Thankful for Dessert!

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Come to the Main Library to celebrate the fall season! We will use cake, frosting, and lollipop sticks to make a sweet and tasty treat! For children in grades 1-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Monday, October 19. Please note that failure to cancel at least 24 hours before the event or not attending the event at all will result in a limited ability to register for future events. *We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with peanuts, tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Ages 6–11

Tuesday, November 10

Drop-In Family StorytimestorytimeFREE

Drop-In Family Storytime

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

This drop-in storytime for families with children ages 0-5 is in the Children's Room and features songs, rhymes, stories and movement for the whole family! Let’s wiggle, sing and learn together! For children ages 0-5 with their caregiver. *Tickets are not needed for this class.

Up to age 5Drop-in
Build a Balance Bot!artFREE

Build a Balance Bot!

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Join us at the Library for a hands-on building challenge in which you will create your own balancing robot using recycled materials like chopsticks, corks, and toothpicks. Experiment with weight, movement, and design to see if you can get your bot to balance on your finger. Test, adjust, and improve your creation like a real engineer! For children in grades K-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Tuesday, October 20. Please note that failure to cancel at least 24 hours before the event or not attending the event at all will result in a limited ability to register for future events.

Ages 5–11

Thursday, November 12

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Bounce & Wiggle *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Let's bounce and wiggle during this storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children 18 months 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. Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times. 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.

Up to age 2

Friday, November 13

Drop-In Sing Me A StorystorytimeFREE

Drop-In Sing Me A Story

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

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 adult caregiver. This is a drop-in storytime in the Children's Room. *Tickets are not needed for this class.

Up to age 5Drop-in

Sunday, November 15

*For neurodiverse and special needs children and their families only: Sensory-Friendly Browsing Time at the Main Library!sensoryFREE

*For neurodiverse and special needs children and their families only: Sensory-Friendly Browsing Time at the Main Library!

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

*For neurodiverse and special needs children and their families only Join us before the Main Library opens for a sensory-friendly browsing experience! This event will provide a comfortable and accepting environment for neurodiverse children ages 0-5th grade with sensory-processing differences, ASD, ID or other developmental differences, and their families. There will also be a 12:15 pm drop-in storytime in the Children's Program Room in which noises and lights will be kept low. For neurodiverse children ages 0-5th grade and their families or caregiver. Registration is required. Please register your family under one name. Registration opens on Sunday, October 25.

Up to age 11Drop-in

Monday, November 16

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Tiny Tots *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

An engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 18 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. Please only attend ONE class of each type each week since they are the same class offered multiple times. 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.

Ages 0–18 mo

Tuesday, November 17

Drop-In Family StorytimestorytimeFREE

Drop-In Family Storytime

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

This drop-in storytime for families with children ages 0-5 is in the Children's Room and features songs, rhymes, stories and movement for the whole family! Let’s wiggle, sing and learn together! For children ages 0-5 with their caregiver. *Tickets are not needed for this class.

Up to age 5Drop-in
Weird But True TriviaFREE

Weird But True Trivia

Fairfield Public Library — Main Library · Fairfield

Think you know some strange and surprising facts? Put your knowledge to the test with Weird But True Trivia! Join us for a fun-filled trivia challenge featuring fascinating, unusual, and totally true facts from around the world. Come test your brain, learn something new, and see how many weird-but-true questions you can answer! For children in grades K-5. Registration is required. Children attend independently. Parent or caregiver must remain in the Library during the event. Space is limited. Registration opens on Tuesday, October 27. Please note that failure to cancel at least 24 hours before the event or not attending the event at all will result in a limited ability to register for future events.

Ages 5–11

Explore nearby classes

Lego® Drop-InartFREE

Lego® Drop-In

Fairfield Public Library — Fairfield Woods Branch · Fairfield

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.

Ages 5–11Drop-in
Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Baby Rhyme Time *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Fairfield Woods Branch · Fairfield

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.

Up to age 2
Wobbly Walkers *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Wobbly Walkers *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Fairfield Woods Branch · Fairfield

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.

Ages 0–23 mo
Sing Me a Story with Fairfield Public Library

Sing Me a Story with Fairfield Public Library

Fairfield Museum · Fairfield

Join us every Tuesday between September 8 and October 27 on the Museum Commons to 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 adult caregiver. Free admission. Registration is NOT required. It is recommended that you arrive early for limited parking and bring a blanket to sit on. In case of inclement weather, storytime will take place inside the Fairfield Museum. Looking for more activities with the little ones? Open Play @ Victorian Cottage | Tuesdays | September 8, 2026 – October 27, 2026 | 10:30 am to 11:30 am Explore the Fairfield Museum’s dedicated early childhood space. (Free Admission)

Up to age 5Weekly
Open Play @ Victorian Cottage

Open Play @ Victorian Cottage

Fairfield Museum · Fairfield

Fall 2026 Hours: Open on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11:30 am between September 8 through October 27, 2026 The Victorian Cottage is the Fairfield Museum’s early childhood education space designed for kids to create, explore, and play. Free Admission. Looking for more activities with the little ones? Sing Me a Story with Fairfield Public Library Tuesdays | September 8 – October 27 | 10 am | Free

FamilyWeekly
Terrific Twos *Registration Class*storytimeFREE

Terrific Twos *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Fairfield Woods Branch · Fairfield

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.

Ages 2–2.9
Hoot Hoot Hooray! *Registration Class*FREE

Hoot Hoot Hooray! *Registration Class*

Fairfield Public Library — Fairfield Woods Branch · Fairfield

A class focused on songs, stories and activities for developing kindergarten readiness skills which children attend independently. Caregiver must remain in the Library during the program. 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.

Ages 3–4