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Fairfield, Iowa

Jefferson County Board of Supervisors Meeting

51 E Briggs Ave
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
8:30 am

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.

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Brown's Shoe Fit Co. @ JCHC

2000 S Main St
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
9:00 am · 7:00 pm

A new pair of shoes and a chance to give back!

Brown’s Shoe Fit Co. of Fairfield is coming to JCHC for a two-day shoe sale fundraiser benefiting the JCHC Auxiliary!

Shop a variety of shoes for the whole family and enjoy 10% off your purchase. A portion of the proceeds will support the JCHC Auxiliary and its efforts to benefit our patients and community.

Monday, October 5: 9 AM – 7 PM

Tuesday, October 6: 9 AM – 5 PM

Location: JCHC Conference Room C

Payroll deduction is also available!

Check out the flyer below for more details. We hope to see you there!

For More Information
Contact: JCHC Auxiliary
(641) 472-3548
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Birdy Brunch

2003 Libertyville Rd
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
10:00 am · 12:00 pm

This month, we will continue our series on past ornithologists and their contributions to birding with a discussion about Alexander Wilson. Three species occur in Iowa named after this ornithologist, we’re going to learn why.

Our lecture will be followed by a birding walk.

 

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(641) 472-4421
Naturalist@JeffersonCountyConservation.com
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Employeer Listening Session

112 S Court St
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
10:30 am · 12:00 pm

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Genealogy Group

104 W Adams Ave
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
2:30 pm · 4:00 pm

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.

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4-H Find Night Out!

2606 W Burlington Ave
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
3:00 pm · 7:00 pm

Celebrate National 4-H Week with us!

Curious about 4-H or Clover Kids? Come see what the fun is all about at our 4-H Find Out Night!

Monday, October 5
3:00–7:00 PM
Activity Building on the Jefferson County Fairgrounds

Youth who are Clover Kids (Kindergarten to 3rd Grade) and 4-H (4th-12th Grade) age are invited to stop by and explore a variety of fun, hands-on activity stations! Whether you're already involved in 4-H or just want to learn more, we'd love to have you join us.

FREE to attend
No RSVP required
Snacks provided
Open house style, so come and go whenever it works for your family's schedule!

Bring your friends along and help us celebrate National 4-H Week, October 4–10! We can't wait to see you there!

Questions? Contact the Extension Office at 641-472-4166 or jefferson4h@iastate.edu

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Contact: Jefferson County Iowa 4-H
(641) 472-4166
jefferson4h@iastate.edu
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Pokemon Club

104 W Adams Ave
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
3:30 pm · 5:00 pm

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.

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LEGO Playtime

104 W Adams
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
3:30 pm · 5:30 pm

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.

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Contact: Front Desk
(641) 472-6551 x1
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English Learning Circle

104 W Adams Ave
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
5:00 pm · 5:45 pm

Language Learning Circles bring together native speakers, advanced students, and beginners for weekly conversational language practice at the Library. Participants meet at the tables in the center of the building between the Book Sale area and Adult Fiction but are free to explore during the session. We encourage learners to try the free Mango Languages learning app—available to all FPL borrowers. Get started here!

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Monday Night Football at the Elks

51 S Main St
Fairfield, IA
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October 5, 2026
6:30 pm

Come on up, have some food and drinks, play cards, and catch the game on the big screen!

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Contact: Fairfield Elks Lodge #1192
(641) 472-2171
fairfieldelks1192@gmail.com
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Brown's Shoe Fit Co. @ JCHC

2000 S Main St
Fairfield, IA
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October 6, 2026
9:00 am · 5:00 pm

A new pair of shoes and a chance to give back!

Brown’s Shoe Fit Co. of Fairfield is coming to JCHC for a two-day shoe sale fundraiser benefiting the JCHC Auxiliary!

Shop a variety of shoes for the whole family and enjoy 10% off your purchase. A portion of the proceeds will support the JCHC Auxiliary and its efforts to benefit our patients and community.

Monday, October 5: 9 AM – 7 PM

Tuesday, October 6: 9 AM – 5 PM

Location: JCHC Conference Room C

Payroll deduction is also available!

Check out the flyer below for more details. We hope to see you there!

For More Information
Contact: JCHC Auxiliary
(641) 472-3548
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Hatha Style Yoga with Narayani Om

1000 W. Burlington
Fairfield, IA
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October 6, 2026
10:00 am · 11:15 am

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Songs and Stories with Sara

104 W Adams
Fairfield, IA
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October 6, 2026
10:15 am · 10:45 am

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.

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Contact: Front Desk
(641) 472-6551 x1
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Iowa Lions Club Meeting

201 E. Hempstead Avenue #6
Fairfield, IA
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October 6, 2026
12:00 pm · 12:45 pm

Join the Fairfield Lions Club at the McElhinney House, 300 N Court Street, for lunch, networking, and speaker, Jennifer Hamilton, from Fairfield Cares Helpful Village.

Learn more:
https://fairfieldcares.helpfulvillage.com/index2

We're also encouraging existing members to bring a prospective members to this event. If you're interested in learning more about Lions, please join us!

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Understanding Your Grief

203 S Main Street
Fairfield, IA
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October 6, 2026
1:00 pm · 2:30 pm

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Contact: Amanda Day
(319) 330-1086
aday@everystep.org

Shut Up & Write

104 W. Adams Avenue
Fairfield, IA
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October 6, 2026
3:30 pm · 5:00 pm

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.

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Contact: Fairfield Public Library
(641) 472-6551 x1
circ@fairfield.lib.ia.us
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Community Block Party

Fairfield , IA

October 6, 2026
5:00 pm · 7:00 pm

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Patchwork & Buttons Workshop

1639 Packwood Rd
Fairfield, IA
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October 6, 2026
6:00 pm · 9:00 pm

Join us for a fun evening of creativity, buttons, and a little bit of quilting magic! You’ll have the choice between five beautiful projects, each with its own unique charm.

20” Quilt Arch — $55
Choose this fun 3D quilt pattern and personalize your arch with your last name, “Welcome,” or whatever meaningful word or phrase you’d like! The words will be laser cut.

Want to make it even more special? Bring a piece of fabric from a loved one—a shirt, dress, quilt, or other sentimental fabric—and we’ll incorporate it into your quilt design. What a beautiful way to preserve a special memory and create something you’ll treasure for years to come!

Set of 10” Laser-Cut Quilt Blocks — $45
Choose this set of beautifully laser-cut quilt blocks and let your creativity shine as you paint and customize your own set of quilt-inspired pieces.

Your choice of one of three button designs. - $45

When: Tuesday, October 6th at Atwood's Season Experience, 1639 Packwood Road, Fairfield, Iowa
Time: 6:00 PM
Cost: $45–$55, depending on project choice

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your chance to join us for this fun and meaningful workshop! Gather a friend, bring your creativity, and let’s make something special together.

 

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Contact: The Country Mile
thecountrymilehd@gmail.com
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