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Fairfield, Iowa

Library Book Sale

It's book sale time again! Thank you to all who have donated materials to the library for our book sale.

The proceeds from our sale help us fund our regular library programs and hire educators and presenters for special events.  

If you need assistance to attend the sale due to a disability, please contact the front desk at 641-472-6551 ext. 1.

Walk With Ease

Walk with Ease is an evidence-based program that has been shown to reduce some of the pain and limitations facing individuals with arthritis. The program is developed and endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation. All adults are welcome to participate, as lon

All Sessions:

1. Monday, April 13, 2026 10:00 am
2. Wednesday, April 15, 2026 10:00 am
3. Friday, April 17, 2026 10:00 am
4. Monday, April 20, 2026 10:00 am
5. Wednesday, April 22, 2026 10:00 am
6. Friday, April 24, 2026 10:00 am
7. Monday, April 27, 2026 11:00 am
8. Wednesday, April 29, 2026 10:00 am
9. Friday, May 1, 2026 10:00 am
10. Monday, May 4, 2026 10:00 am
11. Wednesday, May 6, 2026 10:00 am
12. Friday, May 8, 2026 10:00 am

Toddler Connect and Play

Date & Time: Wednesdays 10:15-11:30 AM
Location: FPL Meeting Room

Come to the library to connect and play with your toddlers! Free play time with climbing toys, sensory play, and coloring set up in the meeting room.

Veggie Prep: Volunteer Opportunity

Help prep veggies for this weeks Stone Soup Community Kitchen

Volunteer Shifts

• Wednesdays: 1-3:30PM
• Thursdays: 5-9PM
• Fridays: 5-9PM
• Saturdays: 5-9PM

Anyone over 14 is welcome to volunteer on their own, 10-13 year olds will need a parent present

What to Expect as a Volunteer

• Flexible Roles: Whether you prefer cooking, serving, or cleaning, we have a spot for you
• Inclusive Environment: All ability levels are welcome – no prior experience necessary.
• Community Impact: Help provide nutritious meals to those in need while reducing food waste.
• Learning Opportunity: Gain kitchen skills and connect with diverse community members.

Why Volunteer With Us?

By joining our kitchen, you're not just preparing meals – you're strengthening our community, one plate at a time. Here's how your contribution makes a difference:

• You'll help create delicious, plant-based meals for all, regardless of their ability to pay.
• Your efforts support our mission to reduce food waste by working with local food systems.
• You'll be part of a welcoming space where community members from all walks of life come together.

We need your help! Our kitchen runs best with 6 volunteers per shift, but often we're operating with just our kitchen director and a few helpers. Whether you can volunteer once a month or make it a weekly habit, your time is invaluable to us. Regular volunteers are especially appreciated as they help us maintain consistent operations.

Ready to make a difference? Sign up HERE and become part of our Stone Soup story!

Can't volunteer?  You can still support the cause with your donation.  Donate HERE.  Donations are tax deductible!

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg

Date & Time: Every Wednesday from 1-4pm 

Location: Fairfield Public Library Meeting Room

Audience: Adults

Mah Jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Players at FPL play an American variation of the game every week at the library. Stop by and see how the game is played and join the group if you want to learn the game. Teaching instruction for new players will take place in the first 30 minutes each week. The library also offers introductory books for check-out.

If you need special assistance to join this program due to a disability, please contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-451-6551 Ext. 1 or circ@fairfield.lib.ia.us.

Matinee Book Club

Local community member David Patterson hosts this long-running book club where participants take turns selecting books for the group to read. If you are interested in learning more about this group, contact Adult Services Specialist Joy Craig at jcraig@fairfield.lib.ia.us.

Warmachine Wednesday

Wander in for Warmachine Wednesday! We'll have tables set up for miniatures players all day.

Funeral Planning and Preparation

Weekly Workout Class with JCHC Therapy

Join an energizing and welcoming workout led by trained therapists from Jefferson County Health Center, who will guide you through safe, fun, and accessible movements designed for all fitness levels. Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey, looking to stay active, or simply want to try something new, this class offers a supportive environment where everyone can feel comfortable and encouraged. Come solo or bring your friends, neighbors, or family members to move, laugh, connect, and feel great together! You’ll leave feeling refreshed, stronger, and more confident in your ability to keep moving toward better health. The class is free to attend, open to the community, and no registration is required—just show up and get moving!

Fairfield Farmers Market - Outdoors

Weekly market with locally grown produce and hand made items.
Outdoor Market:
May-Oct. Sat. 8am-1pm at Howard Park
Wed. 3pm-6pm on the Square

Our Market at a Glance

First organized in 1975, we have become SE Iowa’s most well known farmer’s market. Customers are always pleased, and vendors can’t wait to bring their goods to such a vibrant community of buyers.

The market is intended to provide an opportunity for individuals to sell approved items, which are produced or manufactured by them in their garden, farm or home. Vendors may sell only those products that are approved items and that are grown or made by them.

We are organized as a 501c3 non-profit and manged by a Market Advisory Board. We have expanded to accept vendors from all surounded counties, plus three more counties.

Friendly  Local Merchants

All of our vendors are friendly and helpful.

Feel free to talk with them when you visit our market.

Join us in this happy event every week.

Become a Merchant

Market Storytime

Join Youth Librarian Sara Martindale for stories and other fun surprises during the Wednesday afternoon Market Storytime during Fairfield Farmer's Market at Howard Park. Look for Sara under the shelter! This Storytime is aimed at children ages 2-5 with a caregiver, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun!

CANCELLED / Maharishi School - Business After Hours

 Business After Hours at Maharishi School 

Join the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce for a special evening of connection, learning, and community at Maharishi School!

 Wednesday, May 6
 5:00 – 7:30 PM
 Maharishi School – 804 Dr. Robert Keith Wallace Dr.

Enjoy a welcoming evening as you explore the campus, connect with fellow community members, and experience the unique educational environment Maharishi School offers. Guests will have the opportunity to view Science Fair exhibits, participate in guided school tours, and hear a welcome from the Head of School.

 Featured Presentation:
Conscious Parenting: Raising Resilient, Self-aware & Connected Children
Presented as part of the ISACS Parent Series, Dr. Shefali introduces the principles of conscious parenting—shifting from control to connection. Participants will gain practical tools to foster mindfulness, empathy, and independence while building deeper relationships with their children. This engaging session is designed for parents and caregivers of children ages 5–18, and all community members are welcome.

Evening Schedule:
• 5:00–5:30 PM — Arrivals, beverages & snacks, Science Fair exhibits
• 5:30–6:15 PM — School tours
• 6:15–6:30 PM — Head of School welcome (Auditorium)
• 6:30–7:30 PM — ISACS Parent Series Webinar with Dr. Shefali
• 7:30–7:45 PM — Optional Q&A

 Parking & Directions:
Enter 804 Dr. Robert Keith Wallace Dr. into GPS — this will take you directly to the front circular drive. Visitor parking is available there. Additional parking is available south of MIU’s Dreier Building, with a sidewalk leading to the school.

All guests should enter through the Central Office at the main entrance (up the stairs or ramp from the front circle drive).

This is a wonderful opportunity to network, learn, and experience all that Maharishi School has to offer. We hope you’ll join us!

Meet Your Vaidya: Sangeeta Sharma, BAMS, MD, PhD

Join us at the Maharishi Ayurveda Wellness Store for a special evening to meet Vaidya Sangeeta Sharma, BAMS, MD, PhD—an esteemed practitioner and teacher of Maharishi Ayurveda.

Beginning May 16, Vaidya Sangeeta will offer personalized consultations, guiding you to better understand your unique constitution and support a more balanced, natural approach to health.

As Faculty and Director of Clinical Training for the MS in Maharishi Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine at Maharishi International University, she brings deep knowledge and a thoughtful, compassionate approach to each interaction.

We warmly invite you to connect, ask questions, and explore how Ayurveda can support your health journey.

Seating is limited. Please RSVP to mastore@mapi.com
or call 641-209-7504. 

Library Book Sale

It's book sale time again! Thank you to all who have donated materials to the library for our book sale.

The proceeds from our sale help us fund our regular library programs and hire educators and presenters for special events.  

If you need assistance to attend the sale due to a disability, please contact the front desk at 641-472-6551 ext. 1.

JCHC Parkinson's Support Group

The Jefferson County Parkinson’s Support Group is a Community Group that meets once a month with support from JCHC and the Iowa Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association (APDA)- “Strength in Optimism. Hope in Progress.” The group meets the first Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. in JCHC Conference Room C. (Use the McCreery Cancer Center entrance.) The purpose of the group is to learn, engage in discussions with others, share experiences, tips, and ideas about living with Parkinson's disease or being a care partner, provide mutual support, and foster a sense of community. For questions please contact Michelle Boeding-Kreuter at 641-469-4353.

Golden Years at the Well

A special time for seniors to connect, make new friends, and enjoy games, puzzles, coffee, and snacks. It’s a lot of fun—and best of all, it’s completely free!
Don’t miss the fun—come join us!

Adult Craft and Connect

Join FPL Librarians Joy Craig and Sara Martindale , community volunteers, and local crafters for a weekly crafting and textiles program! Instructions and materials will be provided for projects selected by staff—but participants are welcome to bring whatever personal project they are currently working on as well!  Happy crafting!

This program is a part of the Level Up at your Library! Summer Reading Challenge and is supported in part by financial Contributions by Everybody’s Whole Food Store, ITC Midwest, LLC., and Avi and Dora Pogel.

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.

Game Club

Wanderer's Haul game club is kicking off in 2026! Game club will meet twice weekly at the Haul. Stop in for play days as often as you would like. Members can learn new games, share games they love, and help build a schedule of games based on their favorites and new releases coming out in 2026.

Anyone can be a part of the game club! All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Cancer Support Group

Date & Time: The 1st Thursday of the Month | 3-4pm
Location: FPL Conference Room
Audience: Adults

An in-person safe space to talk about the difficulties of cancer. This new monthly meeting is for anyone whose life has been impacted by cancer, whether you are a survivor, currently in treatment, a caretaker, or otherwise.

If you need assistance to join this event due to a disability, please contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-472-6551, Ext. 1.

Stepping Into Freedom