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New Fairfield Public Library

2 Brush Hill Road
203-312-5679

Mission:

The New Fairfield Free Public Library seeks to serve the community as a source of information, education, recreation, and enjoyment by assisting individuals and groups in their daily activities and development and by being a center for business, social, cultural, and recreational development.


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Recent News

New Fairfield Free Public Library News - November 4, 2023

Tuesday, November 07, 2023 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Join Food Explorers for afternoon brunch! You’ll be making Apple Cinnamon Pancakes. Each child will cut apples and help prepare the pancake batter as a group. Recipe is nut free but will…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library News - October 28, 2023

Freegal offers 3 free songs to download per week and 3 hours of streaming per day Click HERE to log in with your barcode and password learn more! Halloween Storytime & Costume Parade! Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Put on your…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library News - September 30, 2023

The Friends of the New Fairfield Library greatly appreciate all your support towards our semi-annual "fill-a-bag" book sale! Proceeds go to wonderful programs all year long! Thank You Come join Miss Jenna for Wee Reader Storytime! Enjoy…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library News - September 9, 2023

Come join Miss Jenna for Wee Reader Storytime! Enjoy Books, music, and more! 9/13/2023 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Newborn to 4 years old. Please register EACH child at this LINK. Healthy Living For Your Brain & Body (with the Alzheimer's…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library News - September 1, 2023

The library will be closed today Saturday 9/2 and Monday 9/4. Come join Miss Jenna for Wee Reader Storytime! Enjoy Books, music, and more! 9/6/2023 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Newborn to 4 years old. Please register EACH child at this Link. Grab…

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New Fairfield Public Library News - August 12, 2023

Join us for a month of family fun with the GoKidGo Universe BingePass In August, get the thrilling GoKidGo Family Game Show experience, where you can compete, bond, and create lasting memories in three exciting rounds of entertainment. VIRTUAL…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - August 5, 2023

Getting Ready for our semi-annual Book "Bag" Sale Hosted by the Friends of the library! Stay tuned for further information. Saturday, August 05, 2023 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Join our friends at Laser Tag on the Go for an exciting outdoor laser tag…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - July 21, 2023

New Fairfield Free Public Library Monday, July 24, 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Come join Miss Adriana for Lapsit Storytime! Enjoy books, music, and more!Newborn to 2 years old. Please register each child as a separate registration at this LINK…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - July 8, 2023

Summer Reading Up and Running. Summer reading isn’t just for kids! Adults can win rewards by simply logging your minutes online and earning entries into our biweekly gift card raffles. Every 100 minutes earns you a raffle ticket. Win gift…

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New Fairfield Library News -June 24, 2023

New Fairfield Free Public Library Summer Reading is the perfect way for families to read together and foster a love of reading for all ages! Our theme this year is Find Your Voice! JUNE 26TH– AUGUST 4TH Register and log your reading:…

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New Fairfield Public Library Happenings News - May 13, 2023

New Fairfield Free Public Library Come join Miss Adriana for Lapsit Storytime! Enjoy books, music, and more! Monday, June 12, 2023 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Ages: Newborn to 2 years old. Please register each child as a separate registration by…

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New Fairfield Library News - May 27, 2023

IT"S TODDLER TIME! Join Ms. Jodi for some stories and super fun activities! Tuesday, May 30, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Ages: 3 - 5 years Please register each child as a separate registration at this LINK. Adult Book Club Tuesday, May 30, 2023 6:00…

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New Fairfield Public Library Happenings News - May 13, 2023

Come join Miss Adriana for Lapsit Storytime! Enjoy books, music, and more! Please register each child as a separate registration. Ages: Newborn to 2 years old. 5/15/2023 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Registration is required for this program. Please register…

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New Fairfield Public Library News: Updated May Calendar - May 6, 2023

New Fairfield Free Public Library Lapsit Storytime: Come join Miss Adriana for Lapsit Storytime! Enjoy books, music, and more! Please register each child as a separate registration. Ages: Newborn to 2 years old. Registration is required for this…

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New Fairfield Public Library - Great Events Getting Ready for Summer! May 2023

Lapsit Storytime - May 01, 2023 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Come join Miss Adriana for Lapsit Storytime! Enjoy books, music, and more! Please register each child as a separate registration. Ages: Newborn to 2 years old. Registration is required for this…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - April 1, 2023

Have you seen our Puzzle Collection? Lots of variety to take home - 300 to 2000 pieces - what level are you at? We have one ongoing in the Adult library. If you stop in for a book add a piece or two! Wee Readers Storytime! April 5th 11:00am…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - March 25, 2023

Sat., 3/25th 10am - 4pm Sun., 3/26th 10am - 4pm Mon., 3/27th 10am-4pm (free but monetary donations appreciated!) Bag prices vary each day! Check our calendar at this LINK to learn more and we hope to see you soon! Tuesday, March 28, 2023…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - March 18, 2023

Now collecting used books through March 21st SALE DATES Fri., March 24th 2pm-5pm Sat., March 25th 10am - 4pm Sun., March 26th 10am - 4pm Mon., March 27th 10am-4pm Bag prices vary each day! Check our calendar at this LINK to learn more and we…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - March 11, 2023

Monday, March 13, 2023 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Join the Library Speakers Consortium for an illuminating hour with New York Times bestselling author, David Epstein as they talk about his book Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World. …

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - March 4, 2023

Great News! Library cardholders may now download 3 songs a week and stream music for 3 hours per day using their valid library card and pin number. To access the Freegal site click Here! Join us for our monthly adult book club! This month we…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - February 25, 2023

A fun filled night of games, food, and friends! Inspired by Ian Fleming's CASINO ROYALE! Saturday, March 04, 2023 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Come in your elegant best & enjoy casino style games while sipping mocktails and eating hors d'oeuvres.…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - February 17, 2023

Tues., February 21, 2023 5:00pm- 6:00pm Time to read together as a family! Join our all-family book club and read Ada Lace, on the Case by Emily Calandrelli and Tamson Weston together! Come pick up the book at the Children's Library and take it…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - february 11, 2023

There is still space for our Movie Night tonight! 7pm SHOWTIME! Join us for a grown-ups night out at the library! Bring your valentine (or your galentines!) and join us to watch Emma (2020) after hours in the community room. Doors will open at…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - February 6, 2023

Are you interested in the New Fairfield Community Broadband Opportunity. Click HERE for more details. Drop-in Valentine Card Craft Drop-in to the Children's Library ANY day this week and make some Valentine's Day cards that will be delivered to…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - January 28, 2023

Are you interested in the New Fairfield Community Broadband Opportunity. Click HERE for more details. Join Ms. Jodi for some stories and super fun activities! Tuesday, January 31, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Ages: 3 - 5 years Please register…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - January 21, 2023

New Fairfield Free Public Library Learn about the New Fairfield Community Broadband Opportunity. Click here for more details. Part One Now through February 4th Drop in to the library and add some pieces to the puzzle! A 750-piece…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - January 14, 2023

Part One - January 9th- February 4th A 750-piece murder board puzzle will be available in the Adult library for anyone to stop in and help to complete. Every time you come in to work on the puzzle, you will be entered to win a $25 restaurant…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - January 7, 2023

Have you heard about our monthly Book Discussion Group? Check out the monthly calendar for more information. Children are invited to come sing & play with Miss Mell! Tuesday, January 10, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Ages: 2-5 Please…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - December 31, 2022

We all join in wishing you a Happy and Healthy New Year! The library will be closed Monday, January 2nd. Virtual Author Talks The Merciless Ones ?– Author Talk with Namina Forna ?January 6th at 2 PM. Join us for an action-packed…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - December 17, 2022

We all wish you a joyous and happy holiday season! The Library will be CLOSED all day Saturday, 12/24th and all day Monday, 12/26th in observance of the holiday. Now - January 20th The New Fairfield Library is collecting donations of used or…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - December 10, 2022

The Friends of the New Fairfield Library Annual Cookie Walk WAS A HUGE SUCCESS To all our bakers and shoppers! Join Miss Adriana for Lapsit Storytime! Enjoy books, music, and more! Monday, December 12th 11:00am - 11:30am Please register each…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - December 3, 2022

Wednesday, December 07, 2022 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Join us for hot chocolate and a caroling performance from the talented New Fairfield High School Chamber Singers! Fun for all ages. Registration appreciated by clicking this LINK, but drop-ins…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - November 26, 2022

Come join Miss Adriana for Lapsit Storytime! Monday, November 28, 2022 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Enjoy books, music and more! Please register each child as a separate registration by clicking this LINK! Join Ms. Jodi for some stories and super…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - November 19, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving To All Our Patrons! The Library will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24th. Ms. Jodi has lots of plans for some stories and super fun activities! Tuesday, November 22, 2022 10:30am - 11:00am Ages: 3 - 5 years Please register…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - November 12, 2022

Be sure to check out the Events calendar Click HERE for all upcoming events! Come join Miss Adriana for Lapsit Storytime! Monday, November 14, 2022 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, and more! Please register each child as a separate…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - November 5, 2022

Sat. Nov. 5th 10:00am - 4:00pm Sun. Nov. 6th 10:00am - 4:00pm Bob the gold man will buy your "old gold" and hand you a check for 60% of the value and 30% will be donated to the Friends of the New Fairfield Library. Chopped! with Food Explorers…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - October 29, 2022

Join Ms. Jodi for some stories and super fun activities! Toddler Time Tuesday, November 01, 2022 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Ages: 3 - 5 years Please register each child as a separate registration at this LINK. NaNoWriMo: Plot Planning Party! …

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - October 15, 2022

"Fall" into many of our new selections! All books go out for 3 weeks- be sure to check them out! Wednesday, October 19, 2022 All Day Drop in for some self-guided crafts all day in the children's library! While supplies last -- no…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - October 8, 2022

New Fairfield Free Public Library The Library will be closed Monday Oct. 10th for Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day Switch Game Night! Tuesday, October 11, 2022 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Bring your friends and come play some games on our Nintendo…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - October 1, 2022

New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - October 1, 2022 Thank you to all our shoppers for making our Book Bag sale a great success! Bubble bubble toil and trouble... Join Miss Kara to make your own SPOOKY Halloween slime! Wednesday,…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - September 24, 2022

Only a few days left for the Friends of the Library Fall BOOK BAG Sale SALE HOURS: Sun. Sept 25th - 10am to 4pm ($5 per bag) Mon. Sept 26th - 10am to 4pm (Free with donation gladly accepted) Adult Books Upstairs Children Books Downstairs…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - September 17, 2022

Friends of the Library Fall BOOK BAG Sale Sale Hours: Preview Sale - Fri. Sept 23rd - 3pm to 6pm ($20 per bag) Sat. Sept 24th - 10am to 4pm ($10 per bag) Sun. Sept 25th - 10am to 4pm ($5 per bag) Mon. Sept 26th - 10am to 4pm (Free with…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - September 10, 2022

JOIN US FOR A FEATURED EVENT "The Mysterious Death of Bertram Stronge" Groups of 4 will solve the mystery and win a prize! Light refreshments will be served. Saturday, October 22, 2022 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM $15 per person. Payment required…

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New Fairfield Free Public Library Newsletter - August 27, 2022

New Fairfield Free Public Library Just a reminder the Library will be CLOSED Saturday 9/3 and Monday 9/5 in honor of Labor Day. We are very excited to be rolling out a wide variety of programs for our community! In order to best serve you, we…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - August 20, 2022

Happy August! Bonus Borrows are back on hoopla this month! Instantly borrow any titles on the list without using any of your credits. New to hoopla? Stop by the library or give us a call and we can walk you through signing up and getting started!…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - August 13, 2022

New Fairfield Free Public Library Are you familiar with our ON-LINE program registration process? Click this LINK to go to our calendar, then CLICK the program you are interested in joining! SUPER SMASH BROS TOURNAMENT Who will win?? Come…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - August 6, 2022

Summer Reading is complete! Your PRIZES are waiting! Be sure to stop into the library and pick up your prizes~ We are very excited to be rolling out a wide variety of programs for our community! In order to best serve you, we would love some…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - August 1, 2022

Remember We Are Fine Free! Overdue fines are a major barrier to large numbers of people, including children, lower-income individuals, and seniors on fixed incomes. Often when overdue fines accumulate on someone’s card, they simply stop…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - July 23, 2022

Welcome to Western Connecticut! We are jam-packed with fascinating, fanciful and fantastic things to see and do! Click HERE to learn more and visit the state. Stop in the Library to pick up a free brochure highlighting all things to…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - July 16, 2022

Join our Storywalk 2022 when you hike at Great Hollow! We invite you to enjoy reading a children's picture book while walking along the red trail at Great Hollow Nature Preserve. If you apply for a CT State Library card, you can access…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - July 9, 2022

June 27th - August 5th Be sure to log all your reading or call the library for more details - ALL AGES! Register by clicking this LINK We have so many NEW neighbors in Town! Please spread the word about all the FREE services offered at our…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - July 2, 2022

We are very excited to be rolling out a wide variety of programs for our community! In order to best serve you, we would love some feedback about what kinds of programs you are interested in and when you would be able to attend. We appreciate any…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - June 25, 2022

Summer Reading Kickoff Monday June 27th 1:00pm - 2:00pm (while supplies last-rain or shine) Come down to the gazebo by the baseball fields to get free ice cream from Jason's Ice Cream Truck! Just show your library card, or sign up for a new one…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - June 4, 2022

New Fairfield Free Public Library Just a Reminder! We are fine free for ALL returns. Bring those books back, update your library card and join in all our programs, events and book borrowing! Be sure to check our PROGRAM CALENDAR for all…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - May 28, 2022

Our June Program Guide is full of Events and Happenings Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the June flyer! OR Click HERE to go to the Library homepage. Join Ms. Jodi for Toddler Time Read along and join the fun! Please register each…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - April 23, 2022

Join us for the Check Us All Out Challenge From April 3 – May 3 #checkusallout select this LINK for more details Soap Making for Mother's Day Thursday 5/5/2022 4:30pm - 5:30pm Come and create some wonderful soaps to give to the…

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New Fairfield Public Library - Library Newsletter April 16, 2022

Join us for checkusallout From April 3 – May 3 Your library card grants you access to all of Connecticut’s libraries. Take the “Check Us All Out” challenge to learn about some of the unique features of your neighboring…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - April 9, 2022

New Fairfield Free Public Library Join us for #checkusallout or by clicking Here Play From April 3 – May 3 Your library card grants you access to all of Connecticut’s libraries. Take the “Check Us All Out” challenge to…

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New Fairfield Public Library Newsletter - April 2, 2022

The theme for National Library Week 2022, “Connect with Your Library,” promotes the idea that libraries are places to get connected to technology by using broadband, computers, and other resources. Libraries also offer opportunities to…

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