Welcome to

Fairfield, Iowa

Jefferson County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Meetings

The Board of Supervisors meets at 8:30 a.m. on most Mondays, and members of the public are welcome to attend. However, it is recommended that any agenda items be submitted in advance to the Auditor’s office no later than noon on Thursday prior to the meeting.

Minutes of the Board meetings are available for public viewing in the County Auditor’s office in the Courthouse, are on the Agenda & Minutes page, and are published weekly in the official county newspapers.

Supervisors Description & Duties

County governments are the quiet, consistent providers of essential services. The Board of Supervisors are the administrative / legislative branch of county government.

Responsibilities Include and Are Not Limited To:

• Setting the county budget & tax levy.
• Approve bonds and reports.
• Hire and supervise non-elected department heads.
• Set county policies. (See Jefferson County Code of Ordinances).

Terms & Elections

• The three Jefferson County Supervisors are elected to serve staggered four-year terms.
• Elections are held every 2 years.

Solstice Crafts

Celebrate Solstice with crafts in the FPL meeting room. Supplies will be provided for crafts that will warm your heart and home. This event is for all ages with crafts at varying skill levels. This event kicks off the Winter Reading Challenge, so come get your kids signed up!

Winter Reading Challenge - Starts December 22, Ends January 23rd

Winter is here and it's a great time to cozy up with a book! Sign up for the Winter Reading Challenge at Fairfield Public Library and earn free books, small prizes and raffle tickets by joining the "Iditaread" challenge in the Beanstack app and track your reading up to 300 minutes.

All participants are eligible for a free book at sign up, a small prize every time they read 60 minutes, a ticket to enter the final drawing for each 60 minutes read, and another free book upon reaching 300 minutes which completes the challenge. Tickets for the final drawing are assigned in Beanstack.

The drawing for the final prizes will be held after logging ends at midnight on Thursday, January 22nd. Winners will be notified by phone or email. Participants can put their tickets into a drawing for one of four prizes: Craft Kits galore!, STEM Kit: Completely Gross!, Reading Buddy, or Puzzle Prize. More details about the prizes can be found in the Beanstack app.

Find Beanstack in your app store or at the Fairfield, Iowa Beanstack website. 

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.

Young Artist Class: Snowman Pop-Up Cards

Get into the holiday spirit as we create fun and festive Snowman Pop-Up Christmas Cards! Students will learn how to transform simple paper into a magical 3D snowman card that pops right off the page.

Young Artists Class: Snowman Pop-Up Cards!

This hands-on holiday art project is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and uses basic art materials. Each student will leave with a handmade card that’s perfect for gifting, decorating, or spreading some holiday cheer.

Come craft, create, and celebrate the season with us—Happy Holidays!

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

Teen Council Meeting

Christmas Piano Concert

Christmas Piano Concert 

by Werner Elmker

Monday December 22 • 7:30 pm
Golden Magnolia Sanctuary | 200 South Main Street

Join prolific pianist and composer Werner Elmker as he takes us on a delightful inner Christmassy journey of improvisational, classical and popular music.

Werner has made a deep impression in Fairfield with his many artistic endeavors. 

Increasingly known for his magical photos and videos of Fairfield life and nature, 

Werner has long created magic on the piano as well, with his refined touch and improvisational skills.

One concertgoer commented, “Your sound has a special quality of silence, no matter how loud or soft you are playing. 

It is cumulative. The silence gets deeper and deeper, and I notice the whole audience sinks into it together, 

so that by the end, no one can move or speak.”

Werner Elmker moved to Fairfield in 1985 and has performed extensively both locally and elsewhere in the U.S. and Europe. 

He holds a doctorate in piano performance from the Royal Danish Music Conservatory. 

Werner emphasizes the importance of improvisation and being in the moment as the main source of creativity.

Pay what you may.

Suggested donation: $20.

All concert proceeds benefit Golden Magnolia Sanctuary.

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.

Understanding Your Grief Support Group

You’re Invited – Understanding Your Grief
Join us for an 8-week support group designed to help you heal after the loss of a loved one.

When: Tuesdays, Nov. 4 – Dec. 23, 1:00–2:30 p.m.
Where: Behner Funeral Home & Crematory, 203 S. Main St., Fairfield

We’ll meet Tuesdays, Nov. 4–Dec. 23, from 1–2:30 p.m. at Behner Funeral Home & Crematory, 203 S. Main St., Fairfield.

This group is open to anyone needing support. Each participant will receive a copy of Understanding Your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt and learn ten essential touchstones for finding hope and healing after loss.

Reserve your spot by Oct. 21
Contact Rachel at (641) 472-4116

Shut Up & Write

Shut Up and Write is a chance for writers to sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. 

All writers and all experience levels are welcome, and dont worry, no one will see what you've written. This hour is about getting your writing done.

WHAT TO EXPECT

3:30 PM: Quick intros
3:45 PM-4:45 PM: Write for 1 hr.
4:45 PM-5:00 PM: Clean up and Farewells (until next Tuesday!)

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

Bring your paper, pens, or laptop (whatever helps you write best). Headphones are optional but recommended. 

This event is co-sponsored by Fairfield Public Library and the Maharishi International Writing Center.  

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

Arts and Crafts Night

 Arts & Crafts Night at Noble House 
Unwind and get creative 

Join us every Tuesday from 5–9 PM at Noble House Kava for a cozy evening of crafting, painting, collaging, and all-around creative fun. Bring your own project or dive into one of ours—we’ll have supplies on hand.

 Every Tuesday
 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
 Noble House Kava Bar
115 N Main St., Fairfield, IA

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just in it for the color penciles, all are welcome 

Sip kava. Make art. Enjoy the night.

Carnegie Museum Board Meeting

Attached is the Public meeting notification for the Carnegie Museum Board meeting which will be taking place on 12/23 at 5:15 pm.

Carnegie Board Meeting Agenda 12/23/25

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