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My Family’s Holocaust Story at Fairfield Public Library
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesRenee Bronner Pessin tells the story of her parents, Helen and Sam, Holocaust survivors who met while imprisoned in a concentration camp during World War II. The only surviving members of their large, extended families (except for one of Sam's brothers) after the war, they reunited, married, and eventually moved to America. Helen went on […]
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For the Love of the Game: Baseball panel at Fairfield Public Library
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesTown Librarian Scott Jarzombek (a die-hard Mets fan, himself) moderates a discussion of everything baseball with two dedicated fans, former Little League coach Matt McGuire and MLB.com reporter Michael Clair. Matt, whose four sons kept him involved in Fairfield Little League for 15 years as a coach, commissioner, board member and president, is the author […]
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1776 at 250: Celebrating America’s History with Song & Story
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesJoin us for an engaging lecture hosted by Professor Gil Harel, exploring the iconic musical 1776 in the context of America’s 250th birthday in 2026. This talk will delve into how the musical, first performed in 1969, vividly portrays the struggles and compromises surrounding the signing of the Declaration of Independence, capturing the revolutionary spirit […]
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A Taste of History
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesJoin Tastebudsct for a culinary journey to America's founding — a flavorful and fun way to celebrate America's 250th anniversary! We will revisit the culinary traditions of early Americans, when simplicity, resourcefulness, and a deep connection to nature were the hallmarks of cooking styles. The tasting menu includes Johnnycakes, Traditional Wampanoag Succotash Recipe and Old […]
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Exploring the Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesJoin us for a fascinating lecture with folklorist and researcher Derek Piotr, founder of The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive. The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive was established by Derek Piotr in August 2022. The Archive contains over 1,500 audio recordings made from March 2020 onward, and preserves diverse representations of folklife; ballads, hymns, tales, poems, children’s […]
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The Making of ‘The Culper Ring’ with Kirk Manley
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesTo celebrate the special display of The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington at the Fairfield Public Library, join artist Kirk Manley to discover his process of creating artwork for the exhibit and the accompanying original graphic novel. Follow his journey from researching the American Revolution to creating pages from concept roughs to inking […]
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Your Health on a Heating Planet
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesPlease join us for this important talk presented by Internal Medicine physician Dr. Kirsten Ek, MD, FACP. Dr. Ek will provide a physician’s perspective on the urgent issue of our heating planet, discussing the serious implications of failing to protect our atmosphere and how it will ultimately impact our health. Presented in partnership with Sustainable […]
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Wildlife and Connecticut’s Changing Landscapes
Fairfield Woods Branch Library, Fairfield 1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, United StatesAs the landscape has changed in Connecticut so have the wildlife populations that depend on the land for habitat. This presentation describes the history of Connecticut’s landscapes and the impact of those changes on wildlife populations. Master Wildlife Conservationist, Ginny Apple, from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, will include a brief natural […]
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CT Blood Center Drives
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesThe Connecticut Blood Center is partnering with Fairfield Public Library to save lives! Adults 18+ can make an appointment to donate blood at https://ctblood.org/drives and come to the mobile donor van in the parking lot of Fairfield Woods Branch Library . Appointments are preferred and will be scheduled between 10:00am and 3:30pm; walk-ins will be […]
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Bruce S. Kershner Art Gallery Reception: “Fused”
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesThe public is invited to attend the opening reception for Fused, an exhibit of encaustic art by Nash Hyon, Deb Kouzoukian, Bonnie Michell, and Phyllis Ruffer in the Bruce S. Kershner Art Gallery at Main Library. The reception will be held from 5:30-7:30pm, and the artists will speak at 6:00pm. Light refreshments will be served. […]
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Red, White & Broadway
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesFairfield Public Library welcomes the Naugatuck Valley Cabaret Singers under the direction of Professor Gil Harel. The group's summer tour will emphasize the significance of America's Semiquincentennial, with their repertoire delving into Broadway shows about American history and national identity. The singers specialize in intricate part-harmony and dynamic storytelling, with thorough training in choral and […]
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Local Author Expo at Fairfield Public Library
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesMix and mingle with the authors and browse and buy books! Meet some of Fairfield’s local authors! You will have the opportunity to ask the authors questions and get some insight into their books. And if you love a book, you can purchase it and get it signed! We also invite you to grab a […]
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