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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.  

This sale will feature refurbished library computers pre-installed with Windows 11.

The final week will feature a basket sale — fill it up and pay just $5!

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

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Atwood's August Shopping Weekend

We may not be ready to say goodbye to summer just yet, but fall is definitely starting to sneak into the shop!

We’ve been adding new seasonal finds, cozy favorites and a few things we think you’re going to love. Come take a peek, get inspired for the season ahead and maybe find something you didn’t even know you were looking for

August 21-23

Friday & Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM

Sunday | 1–4 PM

We’ll see you this weekend at Atwood’s Seasonal Experience!

Pilates: Over 55's

Ribbon Cutting: Quality Inn Fairfield

🎀 Join us for a Chamber Ribbon Cutting!

Help us officially welcome Quality Inn Fairfield to the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce and celebrate the completion of their full remodel!

Come tour the refreshed hotel, see the updated guest spaces and amenities, and meet the team behind this newly renovated Fairfield property.

📅 Friday, August 21
⏰ Noon
📍 Quality Inn Fairfield
3001 W. Burlington Ave., Fairfield

We hope you’ll join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter for Quality Inn Fairfield! ✂️🎉

Shhh! We're Writing

Date & Time:  Fridays 2:00-2:30 writing 2:30 optional share time
Location: Fairfield Public Library Conference Room
Audience: Ages 8 and up

Aspiring writers ages 8 and up can come to the library for a quiet work session in the library conference room. Writers are provided a writing prompt or they can work on their own writing projects. The last 15 minutes writers can share if they so choose.

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

Casual Commander

Wander in and play some FNM Commander! Whether you play every week or have never played before there is always a place for you here!

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime by Addy Hagans

Audience: Ages 3+

Join volunteer Addy Hagans for stories and crafts during this Friday afternoon Preschool Storytime. This Storytime is aimed at children ages 3-5 with a caregiver, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun! Addy is a Girl Scout working on her Gold Torch Leadership project.

Meet the Trojans

Mark your calendars! 

Join us for Meet the Trojans on Thursday, August 21, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Fairfield High School in the gym and at the stadium!

Celebrate the start of a new school year with an evening full of Trojan pride, including:
• Football & volleyball scrimmages
• Team introductions for all fall activities
• Dinner served by Hy-Vee
• Games, activities, and fun for the whole family

Check out the full agenda above and make plans to join us. Go Trojans!

Back to School Wellness at Cedar Rose Spa!

Back to School Wellness Event at Cedar Rose Spa 

A new season is the perfect time to return to yourself.

As summer comes to a close, embrace rituals that nourish your skin, calm your nervous system, and support your overall well-being. At Cedar Rose, we believe true beauty begins with balance.

Event Specials
• 10% OFF Spa Memberships
• 15% OFF Facials, Lash Services & Botanical Body Scrubs
• Explore our beautiful new OSEA skincare collection
• Students receive an extra 5% OFF as our gift to help you begin the school year feeling your best.

$10 walk in steams and sauna use!

Whether you’re a student, parent, teacher, or simply ready for a fresh start, this is the perfect opportunity to invest in healthy, glowing skin and intentional self-care.

We will have charcuterie boards, skin teas and more!

CPDH League

Wander in and get your Weekly CPDH Fix! Pods of 4 registered decks only. Ask at the counter about Joining the CPDH League and getting a chance for a piece of the $1000.00 Prize Pool!

Prime Rib Night

When Maharishi Came to Town

Sponsored by the David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts @ MIU

Question and answer with the film creators after the film

Movies at Central Park: Beethoven (1992)

Movies at Central Park: Beethoven (1992)

Friday, August 21 | Central Park, Fairfield, IA

Movie begins at dusk | Free & family-friendly

Beethoven (1992)

Description:
A family comedy about a lovable but enormous St. Bernard who escapes from dognappers and finds his way into the home of the Newton family. While the kids adore him, the father is less thrilled as Beethoven’s chaotic antics grow more destructive, leading to both trouble and heartwarming moments.

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

Ryan Brewington Memorial Golf Tournament

Pilates: Foundations

Saturday Step

Mat Pilates: Classical Flow

Atwood's August Shopping Weekend

We may not be ready to say goodbye to summer just yet, but fall is definitely starting to sneak into the shop!

We’ve been adding new seasonal finds, cozy favorites and a few things we think you’re going to love. Come take a peek, get inspired for the season ahead and maybe find something you didn’t even know you were looking for

August 21-23

Friday & Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM

Sunday | 1–4 PM

We’ll see you this weekend at Atwood’s Seasonal Experience!

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.  

This sale will feature refurbished library computers pre-installed with Windows 11.

The final week will feature a basket sale — fill it up and pay just $5!

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

The Right to Read Book Club

Date & Time: The 4th Saturday of the month | 10:30am - 11:45am
Location: FPL Conference Room (South Side)
Audience: General

Join us for The Right to Read Book Club, a respectful and thought-provoking discussion series exploring frequently challenged books, the principles of intellectual freedom, and the library’s commitment to ensuring access to diverse ideas for all.

Books will be available for pick-up at the front desk via Interlibrary Loan at the start of each month. Additionally, digital audiobook will be made available for Jefferson County borrowers in the Libby app. 

Meeting Dates
June 27 - “Go Tell It On The Mountain” by James Baldwin
July 25 - "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck
August 22 - "The Fountainhead" by Ayn Rand

Core 'N More

Seeds of Freedom

Sometimes the first step is not booking a retreat.

Sometimes it is simply finding a room where you can exhale, a place where you do not have to explain yourself, earn your place, or have it all figured out.

Seeds of Freedom is a complimentary one hour experience designed to give you a glimpse into the heart of our Four Seasons to Freedom Retreat in Costa Rica.

Whether Costa Rica is in your future or not, you will leave with practical tools, meaningful connection, and a reminder that transformation begins with a single seed.

Rolling Circle TaiChi

Pilates: All Levels Flow

Peer-led Mental Health Support Group

GROUP RULES:

Check in:

-Name and pronouns

-What emotions are you feeling right now?

Check out:

-What emotions are you feeling after everyone has shared?

-What needs were met by the meeting? What needs were NOT met by the meeting?

-How can this group meet your needs more effectively?

Purpose: This is a safe space to discuss our mental health, caring for our mental health, and challenges in caring for our mental health.

Meeting Agreements:

• We take turns sharing one at a time, passing the Speaking Stick clockwise. Only the person with the Speaking Stick may speak.

• Sharing in good faith is required (good-faith sharing is honest, values everyone’s needs, and respects differences and disagreements). We prohibit bigotry and/or discrimination based upon demographics including: race, ethnicity, birthplace, religion, spirituality, anatomy, disability, gender, sexual orientation, class, legal status, politics, etc.

• We use “I statements” to share our point of view while recognizing different views. Examples:

“I believe this happened,”

“I remember her saying this,”

“It seems to me that he was doing this,” etc.

• After sharing, you may ask others for feedback. If you do not want feedback, no one may provide feedback. After feedback is given, the Speaking Stick is passed to the next person waiting to share.

• The facilitator may need to ask someone to wrap up their share or feedback so everyone waiting to share will have time to share.

• We respect people's choices surrounding medication and diagnosis. We value self-determination and mutual support.

• While everyone has the right to refuse feedback, this group is also a safe space to call each other in — asking questions in good faith and sharing information to help meet everyone’s needs. We are all always learning.

• We respect the confidentiality of those here. Who you see here, what you hear here, let it stay here.

• This group is peer-led. It is NOT an alternative to professional mental health care. It is NOT designed to provide emergency services.

Note: These agreements borrow from the Wildfire/Mad Tea House Open Share meeting agreements. These agreements were adapted for this group by Dee Bosold.

Introduction to Indian Kathak dance with Wendy Stegall

Discover the Beauty of Kathak Dance

Step into one of India's oldest and most celebrated classical dance traditions with this welcoming introduction to Kathak, led by instructor Wendy Stegall, who brings more than 25 years of experience in Classical Indian dance.

Known for its graceful movements, expressive storytelling, rhythmic footwork, and rich cultural heritage, Kathak is a beautiful way to experience the artistry and tradition of India.

Whether you're completely new to dance or simply curious about Indian culture, this beginner-friendly class offers a fun and engaging opportunity to explore movement, rhythm, and creativity in a relaxed and supportive environment.

No dance experience is necessary. Simply wear comfortable clothing and come ready to learn something new.

Event Details
 Beginner-friendly
 No dance experience required
 Comfortable clothing recommended
 Cost: $15 per person

Registration is required.

To reserve your spot, stop into the store, email mastore@mapi.com or call 641-209-7504.

We look forward to sharing this unique cultural experience with you at the Maharishi Ayurveda Wellness Store.  

Make Room Gala - Celebrating 5 Years

The Hobbit Draft

Return to the realm of Middle-earth in MTG The Hobbit. All of your favorite Tolkien characters are back, and this time they are ready for battle in Standard format. Bring your sense of adventure and see if you can defeat Smaug and your competition to win treasures and have the adventure of a lifetime. We've been there once before and now we're going back again.

Entry fee is $26 prizes and promos will be awarded.
Preregister on the Companion app using code RZE54WJ

Michal Shababo!

Michal is back! Her standing room only farewell concerts two years ago garnered overwhelming enthusiasm, and now that she's moved back to Fairfield, we fit her into the schedule as soon as we could!

Academically-trained musician and composer, the nomadic Michal Shababo was born in L.A., raised in Cape Town, and started her own family in Israel before coming to Fairfield. She has performed internationally in South Africa, the US, Israel, Thailand and Portugal. The joy she pours through her originals and classic covers is irrestible. Her gutsy, uplifting, heart centered delivery pulls the audience into a love fest. Her album “Breathe It In” (available on all digital platforms) is a modern take on folk-rock music of the late sixties, heavily influenced by the Beatles, among many others. Mastered by Grammy-winning sound engineer Emily Lazar, and featuring some of the best musicians from Israel - including the African Hebrew Gospel Choir, "Breathe It In" contains a message of unity, hope and peace.

Doors open at 7. Come early for a drink and a bite. Please visit fairfieldmuse.org to find out about how you can support live music in Fairfield!