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Fairfield, Iowa

Birdy Brunch

In March, as things begin to thaw and awaken from their winter slumbers, birds begin to pair up or return from their time away. During these pairings, you can observe some interesting behaviors in the birds that can make them quite interesting to watch. Come learn about some of these interesting behaviors and some of the diagnostic behaviors that can help ID more difficult species.

Genealogy Group

Join local volunteer Barbara Rainbow for a monthly group exploration of genealogy and local history. Participants are welcome to bring any materials they would like to share or discuss with the group. In the coming months, particpants can look forward to presentations on learning to navigate ancestry.com, delve into the library's genealogy collection together, and make new friends!

Fairfield Public Library now offers free access to Ancestry.com on-site. Visit our Subscription Databases page to log in:
 
https://www.fairfield.lib.ia.us/online-resources/online-resources

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the library at 641-472-6551 Ext. 1.

LEGO Playtime

Join for unstructured LEGO playtime every Monday! 

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the FPL Front Desk at at 641-472-6551, Ext. 1.

Pokemon Club

Pokémon Club

Date & Time: First Monday of the month 3:30 PM
Location: FPL Meeting Room
Audience: Ages 8 and up

Bring your cards and come ready to trade!  The Pokemon Club meeting is a chance for Pokemon card collectors to come and trade cards, play the game and do Pokemon related activities.  

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event or have questions, please contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-472-6551, Ext. 3.

Young Artists - Self Portrait and Name Agamograph

The Young Artists Class will meet this Monday, March 2, at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center in the same room as the Gift Shop. It will begin at 4:30 and end at 5:45. The following classes will continue to meet every other Monday.

Our Young Artists are starting an exciting new project in our upcoming class! Students will use their own interests and personalities to create an original autobiographical self-portrait—with a creative twist.

Inspired by agamograph pioneer Yaacov Agam, kids will design artwork that changes as you look at it from different angles. Along with their self-portrait, they'll use creative lettering to design their name as part of the artwork, combining drawing, design, and imagination into one dynamic piece.

This project is all about self-expression, creativity, and craftsmanship, and we can't wait to see each artist bring their unique story to life! 

The class fee is $15.00 per child per class, including supplies. We accept Credit (a 3% Merchant Fee will be added to your credit payment). There is no charge for caregivers, and you are welcome to join as long as seats are available—which is usually the case. All materials provided — bring your imagination and get ready for fun!

Please let me know if you have any questions. I hope you and your child can join us.

Thanks,
Matt

Gentle Stretch Yoga with Suzanne Burdick

• an 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Feb 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Feb 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Feb 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Feb 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Mar 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Mar 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Mar 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Mar 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)
• Mar 30, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Mon)

Hatha Style Yoga with Narayani Om

• Jan 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Jan 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Feb 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Feb 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Feb 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Feb 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Mar 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Mar 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Mar 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Mar 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)
• Mar 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am (Tue)

Songs and Stories with Sara

Join Childrens Librarian Sara Martindale for stories, songs, and rhymes! This Storytime is aimed at children ages 0-3 with a caregiver, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun!

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the Library at the front desk number listed below.

For all other questions, contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-472-6551, Ext. 1.

Lasagna Luncheon - Fairfield Women's Club

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Thirty-nine percent of all adult Americans are caring for an adult with a chronic health condition. Caregiving can be a stressful responsibility leading to poor health, mental distress, and less life satisfaction for the caregiver. It can also be challenging for caregivers to find the support that they need.

ISU Extension and Outreach offers educational resources for family caregivers. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a program for caregivers who provide care for a spouse, parent, or friend with a chronic condition such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. The program provides information, support strategies, communication techniques, stress reduction ideas, and resources to assist family caregivers with their concerns related to caregiving.

A Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Adults with Chronic Conditions series is scheduled for six Tuesdays, February 10-March 17, from 1:00-2:30 PM at the Living Hope Bible Church in Eldon.  The series will provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself. 

The program is being offered at no cost to participants.  Although the true cost of this program is $40 per person, ISU Extension and Outreach Region 26 is offering it at no cost to participants, thanks to the funding of the Region 26 Extension Councils (Davis, Jefferson, Van Buren, and Wapello).  Registration can be found online at https://go.iastate.edu/B4S4TX or by calling your local county Extension Office at 641-472-4166.

Caregivers who thrive, rather than just survive, understand that by taking care of themselves, they are better able to provide meaningful care. To learn more, visit www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/ptc.

Contact Courtney Burkhalter, Jefferson County Extension Director, at cburk@iastate.edu

Jump Start: A 6-Week Intro to Sports Performance Training for 4-7th graders

𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽-𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁: 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 (𝟰𝘁𝗵–𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲)

Ready to build a strong foundation?

Jump-Start is designed for 4th–7th graders who are ready to learn the basics of sports performance training in a structured, high-energy environment.

 March 3 – April 10
 Tuesdays & Fridays
 4:00–5:00pm

𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻:
• Proper warm-up routines
• Basic strength and body control
• Speed, coordination, and movement mechanics
• How to train with focus and intent

This is about building confidence, discipline, and a solid understanding of how to train.

𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱
All new athletes must complete a 60-minute Start-Up Session prior to joining the class. This includes baseline testing and a movement screen.

𝘈𝘵𝘩𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘭𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘍𝘜𝘕𝘥𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘫𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵-𝘜𝘱 𝘚𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯.

Spots are limited.

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 (𝟭-𝗼𝗻-𝟭 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗨𝗽 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 + 𝟭𝟮 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀):
http://app.usekilo.com/.../a56ce642-42fc-46ac-aebb...
*We will reach out to schedule your Start-Up Session once we receive your registration.

𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 (𝟭𝟮 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀):
http://app.usekilo.com/.../aba8256a-f138-42ed-8d75...

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