Community Calendar

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

Pilates: Foundations

Mat Pilates: Classical Flow

Lights, Sirens, School Supplies!

Let's STUFF THE TRUCK! Come out and help fill an ambulance with school supplies to help ALL of the Jefferson County Schools have a successful 2026-2027 school year! Tour an ambulance, meet your crews, and play some games! There will be a supply list posted on this page for everyone as well as a link for the amazon wish list that includes everything as well.

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.

Xanadu Jr.

Vinyasa Yoga: Strengthen & Flow Mary

Dungeons & Dragons drop in campaign

Join DJ every other Sunday for this epic high fantasy D&D campaign.

Old stones up in the mountains hold the stories; a king becoming sick with greed; with wanting of more and more wealth, and a dwarven civilization of gold and diamond. To have such plentiful gold that it was as valuable as timber or stone in its day. Gold was a building material while currency was polished wood mined from tree roots. Something long ago forced the dwarves to abandon Al’Khaz, the city of gold. Its location, all its wealth, and all of its technology, all lost to time. Some say it was stolen away by the sea, some claim it was lifted into the sky to live among the clouds, others theorize that it left for a different plane entirely.As the humble and fabled people of Aegravalon struggles to defend Tregaidaran from the forces of Dourlaran and their terrible plans of land development, our heroes are faced with evidence that maybe Al’Khaz could be found. And if it can be found, maybe there is hope to win this war after all.---
✨TTRPG: DnD 5eDM: DJ
 When: 1pm every other Sunday starting March 15th. 
Who: 8 players max at any session (drop in/out). Everyone is welcome.Starting at lvl 3-- Level up method; story point system 
Genre: HIGH fantasy with steampunk/arcano tech developing. 
Length: ~30 sessions

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.

Xanadu Jr.

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.

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

2026 "Gourmet" Art Camp

Pilates: Over 55's

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.

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Foundations

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.

Pilates: Foundations

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.

Connection & Social Skills Group

Pilates: Intermediate - Advanced

Pilates Reformer: Improvers to Intermediate

Fairfield Municipal Band Concert

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Stroller Storytime

Join the Fairifeld Public Library for Stroller Storytime every Wednesday! Bring your toddlers along for a walk through Cedar View Trail with stops along the way for stories provided by the library staff. 

Pilates: Over 55's

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.

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!

Mat Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

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.

Pilates: Foundations

Adult Craft and Connect

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.

Community Block Party

Pilates: Intermediate - Advanced

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Over 55's

Iowa National Guard Business Leader Event & Ribbon Cutting

Join Us for an Iowa National Guard Business Leader Event & Ribbon Cutting!

The Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce invites local business and community leaders to experience the Iowa National Guard like never before.

On Friday, August 7, the Iowa Army National Guard will open the doors of the Fairfield Armory for a special Business Leader Event, offering an inside look at the Guard's mission, capabilities, and the important partnerships they build with employers and community leaders throughout Iowa.

This unique experience includes lunch, presentations, Soldier spotlights, military vehicle demonstrations, and a closer look at how Guard members serve both our state and our nation.

At 12:00 PM, we'll pause the program to officially welcome the Iowa National Guard as a Chamber member with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in front of the Armory. Chamber Ambassadors and guests are encouraged to attend the full event to gain the most from this experience.

What you'll experience:
• Learn about the Iowa National Guard's state and local missions
• See Guard vehicles and equipment up close
• Discover how military service develops adaptable, highly skilled employees
• Hear directly from Iowa National Guard Soldiers
• Eligible civic leaders may participate in a civic leader flight (weather and aircraft availability permitting)

This event is designed for business owners, executives, educators, elected officials, community leaders, and others interested in strengthening connections between the military and our local community.

 Friday, August 7, 2026
 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
 Fairfield Armory
1501 W. Stone Ave.
Fairfield, IA

Registration is required by July 24.

Please register by following this link: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScxGvGdVWBtDy.../viewform

We look forward to celebrating this partnership and learning more about the Iowa National Guard's impact in our communities.

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!

Business After Hours - United Water Restoration Group

 Join Us for Business After Hours with United Water Restoration Group! 

The Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to an evening of networking, refreshments, and community connections at our August Business After Hours, hosted by United Water Restoration Group.

 Friday, August 7, 2026
 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 1805 W. Jefferson Avenue, Suite 3, Fairfield

Come meet the team at United Water Restoration Group and learn more about the services they provide to help homes and businesses recover from water, fire, mold, and other property damage emergencies. Their team is dedicated to helping people navigate some of life's most challenging situations with professionalism and care.

Guests will enjoy:
 Homemade ice cream from The Good Stuff Food Truck, featuring flavors made with Certified Organic A2 Jersey milk from Radiance Dairy right here in Fairfield
 Refreshments and beverages
 A selection of adult beverage options
 Networking with fellow Chamber members, business professionals, and community leaders

Whether you're looking to make new connections, catch up with friends, or learn more about a local business, Business After Hours is a great opportunity to engage with the Fairfield community in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

Outdoor Adventure Night

Get the family outside and unplugged for an evening of outdoor adventure. Families will be able to move through different activities including kayaking, archery, fishing, pioneer toy making, and more! All activities are free and are open ended so participants can choose which stations they would like to attend and for how long.

Outdoor Adventure Night is a fundraiser event for the Conservation Foundation of Jefferson County. This year’s event is sponsored by Gavin Stever of Edward Jones Investments. Station sponsors include:
Libertyville Savings Bank
Top Dog Screen-printing
Agri Industrial Plastics Company
Iowa State Bank
Miller Realty
Smithburg Automotive
Ryan Holthus – Shelter Insurance
Universal Therapy
Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.

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!

Trojan Booster Club Annual Golf Fundraiser

Mark your calendars to join us for a fun tournament that benefits a great cause! More details to come!

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

Pilates: Foundations

Mat Pilates: Classical Flow

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.

The Poet's Forge

This free monthly workshop is meant for those who are serious about expanding their skills for composing poetry. Participants should bring work they have written and are prepared to discuss with the group. Anyone interested in developing the poetic quality of their writing is welcome!

Flag Retirement Ceremony & Playground party

Respectful U.S. Flags reitmrent conducted by Scouts USA and Vintage William Louden playground equipment, as the public is invited to learn about his legacy, and for children - an opportunity to play. 5:00 to 7:30pm

Open Swim @ Classic 96 & Areon Lifestyle Technologies Live on the Square Concert Series

Come join us and be part of the classic 96 live on the Square Concert Series. As always, we will be bringing your favorite rock ‘n’ roll songs from the 90’s & 00’s. This is a free all age show open to the public. So bring the family bring the friends come early and be prepared to stay late and party. 

Vinyasa Yoga: Strengthen & Flow Mary

Write On Writers

Bring a pen and paper and share what you’ve written in a friendly, open discussion.  No experience is necessary.  All skill levels and writing genres are welcome and there is no charge for the program. 

To register, call the library’s front desk at 641-472-6551 ext. 1.

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.

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.

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

Pilates: Over 55's

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.

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Foundations

Fairfield City Council Meeting

Fairfield City Council meets every 2nd & 4th Monday of the month at 7pm.  Meetings are open to the public.  Agendas are posted 24 hours in advance and are live streamed via the City of Fairfield YouTube page HERE.

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.

Pilates: Foundations

Diabetes Community Group

The Jefferson County Health Center Diabetes Community Group is a welcoming and supportive space for individuals living with diabetes, as well as their families and caregivers. This group offers a chance to connect with others who understand the day-to-day challenges of managing diabetes, while learning helpful tips, sharing experiences, and receiving guidance from healthcare professionals. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes for years, this group is here to empower you with knowledge, encouragement, and community.

The purpose of the group is to learn, engage in discussions with others, share experiences, tips, and ideas about living with Diabetes or being a care partner, provide mutual support, and foster a sense of community.

No registration is required. For questions contact Diabetes Educator Amy Martin at 641-469-4203.

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.

Connection & Social Skills Group

Pilates: Intermediate - Advanced

Pilates Reformer: Improvers to Intermediate

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Stroller Storytime

Join the Fairifeld Public Library for Stroller Storytime every Wednesday! Bring your toddlers along for a walk through Cedar View Trail with stops along the way for stories provided by the library staff. 

Pilates: Over 55's

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.

Warmachine Wednesday

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

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!

Mat Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Barhydt Organ Series Presents: From Sea to Shining Sea

Join us for Barhydt Organ Series Presents: From Sea to Shining Sea, featuring organist Christopher Arp, on August 12, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at Fairfield Arts & Convention Center. Admission is free will donation.

Christopher Arp is Cantor & Music Director at Swedesburg Lutheran in Swedesburg, Iowa, a position that he has held since 2019. He plays the church’s recently renovated 1928 pipe organ and oversees the church’s ongoing concert series. Christopher regularly gives organ concerts around Iowa and has played at major venues across the United States and Europe. Christopher studied organ at Luther College while earning a degree in Spanish, then later continued his musical education at the University of Iowa, where he studied with Dr. Gregory Hand, earning a Bachelor of Music degree.

Christopher is a Spanish Teacher at Regina Catholic in Iowa City. He enjoys travel and will be hiking through Northern Spain in June and July of 2026 to follow the Camino de Santiago to St. James’ tomb in Santiago de Compostela, Spain.

Christopher’s program on August 12 is entitled “From Sea to Shining Sea” and will feature music by United States Composers and Organists from across the country and across the centuries.

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

Pilates: Foundations

Adult Craft and Connect

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.

Grief Support Group

The Jefferson County Grief and Loss support Group is a community group that meets once a month with support from JCHC. A guided grief group for anyone navigating the challenges of grief.

The purpose of this group is to establish ongoing emotional and educational support for individuals within Jefferson County. We aim to foster a compassionate environment that encourages emotional expression, connection and coping skills for those navigating grief.

 Location: JCHC Conference Room C (Use McCreery Cancer Center entrance)
RSVP to Allison Smith at 641-469-4207 or smitha@jchc.org.

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.

Addington Business After Hours

 Chamber After Hours at Addington Place of Fairfield 

Join us for an evening of networking, community connections, and a first look at an exciting new approach to senior living!

Addington Place of Fairfield is introducing its Conscious Senior Living initiative—a first-of-its-kind approach focused on whole-person wellness, meaningful connections, and living with purpose. During this special Chamber After Hours, you'll have the opportunity to tour the community, meet the team, and learn more about what makes this innovative philosophy unique.

While you're there, enjoy:
 A vegetarian food demonstration by Billy Hunter of Fairfield Cares
 A health & wellness presentation by Debbie Derby of Empower Me
 Guided community tours
 Delicious appetizers
 Non-alcoholic beverages, plus an alcoholic beverage option for those who choose
 $5 raffle tickets benefiting the Addington Angels Alzheimer Team

Whether you're a Chamber member, community member, or simply curious to learn more about Addington Place, we invite you to stop by, connect with others, and enjoy a relaxed evening together.

 Thursday, August 13
 4:00–6:00 PM
 Addington Place of Fairfield
3000 W. Madison Ave., Fairfield

Please RSVP by calling 641-469-5778.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Pilates: Intermediate - Advanced

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Over 55's

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!

Family Bike Ride

Date & Time: The second Friday of the month 5:15 PM
Dates: May 8th, June 12th, July 10th, August 14th, September 11th, October 9th
Location: Chautauqua Park
Audience: All Ages

Join FPL volunteer Wayne Ades for a Family Bike Ride the second Friday of each month at Chautauqua Park. Meet at the playground at 5:00 PM the ride will begin at 5:15. All participants should be accompanied by an adult.

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the library.

For all other questions, contact the FPL Front Desk at at 641-472-6551, Ext. 3.

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!

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

Pilates: Foundations

Mat Pilates: Classical Flow

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.

Society of Broken Souls!

Multi-instrumentalist folk noir duo, Society of Broken Souls, have been leading us down the gravel roads of the heartland since moving to Fairfield in 2006 when they were known as Truckstop Souvenir. Dennis James and Lauryn Shapter keep it real with an ethos that eschews the overly curated versions of life proliferated on social media. Their storytelling style songwriting will have you hanging on every bitter sweet word. Find out why Little Village called them “…quietly epic”.

Doors open at 7:00. Come early for a drink and a bite. Go to fairfieldmuse.org to support live music!

Vinyasa Yoga: Strengthen & Flow Mary

Dungeons & Dragons drop in campaign

Join DJ every other Sunday for this epic high fantasy D&D campaign.

Old stones up in the mountains hold the stories; a king becoming sick with greed; with wanting of more and more wealth, and a dwarven civilization of gold and diamond. To have such plentiful gold that it was as valuable as timber or stone in its day. Gold was a building material while currency was polished wood mined from tree roots. Something long ago forced the dwarves to abandon Al’Khaz, the city of gold. Its location, all its wealth, and all of its technology, all lost to time. Some say it was stolen away by the sea, some claim it was lifted into the sky to live among the clouds, others theorize that it left for a different plane entirely.As the humble and fabled people of Aegravalon struggles to defend Tregaidaran from the forces of Dourlaran and their terrible plans of land development, our heroes are faced with evidence that maybe Al’Khaz could be found. And if it can be found, maybe there is hope to win this war after all.---
✨TTRPG: DnD 5eDM: DJ
 When: 1pm every other Sunday starting March 15th. 
Who: 8 players max at any session (drop in/out). Everyone is welcome.Starting at lvl 3-- Level up method; story point system 
Genre: HIGH fantasy with steampunk/arcano tech developing. 
Length: ~30 sessions

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.

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.

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

Pilates: Over 55's

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.

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Foundations

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.

Pilates: Foundations

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.

Pilates: Intermediate - Advanced

Pilates Reformer: Improvers to Intermediate

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Stroller Storytime

Join the Fairifeld Public Library for Stroller Storytime every Wednesday! Bring your toddlers along for a walk through Cedar View Trail with stops along the way for stories provided by the library staff. 

Pilates: Over 55's

Ribbon Cutting - Petal

 You're Invited to a Ribbon Cutting Celebration! 

Join the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce as we officially welcome Petal Flower Boutique as a new Chamber member with a ribbon cutting celebration!

Owner Cari brings more than 20 years of experience, creativity, and passion to her floral business. Inspired by a family of entrepreneurs and a grandmother with a gift for arranging flowers, Cari attended floral school with the dream of creating something meaningful. After spending more than fifteen years helping other small business owners bring their visions to life, she is now bringing her own vision to life through Petal.

At Petal, the values of Passion, Connection, and the Power of Give guide everything they do. Whether helping celebrate life's happiest moments, honoring a loved one, or brightening someone's day with a thoughtful gift, Petal is dedicated to helping customers tell their stories through flowers.

 Wednesday, August 19
 12:00 PM
 Petal Flower Boutique

Come meet Cari, learn more about her journey, and help us celebrate this beautiful business as part of the Chamber family.

We hope you'll join us in welcoming Petal Flower Boutique to the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce! 

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.

Warmachine Wednesday

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

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!

Mat Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

Pilates: Foundations

Adult Craft and Connect

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.

Caregiver Support Group

The Jefferson County Caregiver Support Group is a community-based group that meets once a month with support from Jefferson County Health Center. It provides a welcoming, supportive space where caregivers can connect with others, share experiences, and feel understood as they navigate the challenges of caring for a loved one.

Whether you’re new to caregiving or have been in this role for years, this group offers encouragement, connection, and a reminder that you’re not alone.

 Location: JCHC Conference Room C (Use McCreery Cancer Center entrance)

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.

Pilates: Intermediate - Advanced

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Over 55's

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!

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!

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

Pilates: Foundations

Mat Pilates: Classical Flow

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

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.

Make Room Gala - Celebrating 5 Years

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!

Vinyasa Yoga: Strengthen & Flow Mary

Write On Writers

Bring a pen and paper and share what you’ve written in a friendly, open discussion.  No experience is necessary.  All skill levels and writing genres are welcome and there is no charge for the program. 

To register, call the library’s front desk at 641-472-6551 ext. 1.

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.

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.

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

Pilates: Over 55's

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.

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Foundations

Fairfield City Council Meeting

Fairfield City Council meets every 2nd & 4th Monday of the month at 7pm.  Meetings are open to the public.  Agendas are posted 24 hours in advance and are live streamed via the City of Fairfield YouTube page HERE.

Public Health Wellness Support

Date & Time: Every 4th Tuesday from 10-11am 
Location: Library Center Desk 
Audience: Adults 
Cost: Free; no appointment needed

Drop in for a friendly, monthly wellness check with Public Health Nurse Deb Buch. Deb offers free blood pressure screenings and practical guidance on everyday wellness—from healthy habits and stress management to knowing when to follow up with your provider.

What to expect

• Quick blood pressure test
• Brief, personalized wellness tips
• Referrals to community resources as needed

Good to know

• Open to all ages; minors should be accompanied by a guardian.
• This service is informational and not a substitute for medical care.
• If you feel unwell, please consult your healthcare provider or call 911 for emergencies.

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.

Pilates: Foundations

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.

Carnegie Historical Museum - Board Meeting

Pilates: Intermediate - Advanced

Pilates Reformer: Improvers to Intermediate

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Stroller Storytime

Join the Fairifeld Public Library for Stroller Storytime every Wednesday! Bring your toddlers along for a walk through Cedar View Trail with stops along the way for stories provided by the library staff. 

Pilates: Over 55's

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.

Warmachine Wednesday

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

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!

Mat Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

Pilates: Foundations

Adult Craft and Connect

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.

Community Block Party

Pilates: Intermediate - Advanced

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Over 55's

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!

Fairfield History Film Series

Date & Time: Friday, Aug 28th | 3:30pm 
Location: FPL Meeting Room
Audience: General Audiences

Fairfield History Film Series at FPL
This month feaured film: Ahead of Their Time

Enjoy the award-winning Fairfield History Film Series—a free monthly screening at the Fairfield Public Library celebrating local history with guest hosts and behind-the-scenes reflections.

Upcoming Films:
September 25th — (5) Parsons
October 23rd — (6) When Maharishi Came to Town

Free admission. Donations to Fair Field Productions are welcome.

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

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!

Shawn Maxwell!

Bold and beautiful jazz compositions from a master!

2 time Editors Pick – Downbeat Magazine

“Nobody writes like this.” – Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune

"This is bold music. Maxwell isn’t afraid to try out new ideas and take chances….that risk-taking pays off—big time.”- Frank Alkyer‚ Downbeat Magazine

“…a composer who’s confident in his artistic vision, and comfortable with the wide array of colors on his instrumental palette.” – Bobby Reed, Downbeat Magazine

We are excited to once again host one of Chicago’s premiere jazz artists, saxophonist Shawn Maxwell! Buckle up as they take you with them on a high energy ride through bebop, rock, hip hop, classical and fusion. A long time Fairfield favorite, they present all original material. Shawn Maxwell's gifts have been lauded by fellow musicians and critics alike as he's become one of the preeminent performers in Chicago jazz. As a composer, recording artist and performer, Shawn has ever endeavored to express his own unique voice. From his debut, Originals (self-released, 2005) to his latest album, Millstream (Jazzline, 2020), he has released nine albums of original compositions. The traditions of jazz form the foundation for Shawn’s music, but he builds on that with material from the music he grew up with – rock, funk, hip hop, R&B, and classical. The result, as Hrayr Attarian wrote in Chicago Jazz Magazine,“is refreshingly distinct yet recognizably Maxwellian”. He’s not intent on following any rules – or on breaking them – but on continually expanding his vocabulary of beauty.

Doors open at 7:00. Come early for a drink and a bite! Check out fairfieldmuse.org to find out how you can support live music in Fairfield! 

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

Pilates: Foundations

Mat Pilates: Classical Flow

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.

Kids Club - Family Night

Vinyasa Yoga: Strengthen & Flow Mary

Dungeons & Dragons drop in campaign

Join DJ every other Sunday for this epic high fantasy D&D campaign.

Old stones up in the mountains hold the stories; a king becoming sick with greed; with wanting of more and more wealth, and a dwarven civilization of gold and diamond. To have such plentiful gold that it was as valuable as timber or stone in its day. Gold was a building material while currency was polished wood mined from tree roots. Something long ago forced the dwarves to abandon Al’Khaz, the city of gold. Its location, all its wealth, and all of its technology, all lost to time. Some say it was stolen away by the sea, some claim it was lifted into the sky to live among the clouds, others theorize that it left for a different plane entirely.As the humble and fabled people of Aegravalon struggles to defend Tregaidaran from the forces of Dourlaran and their terrible plans of land development, our heroes are faced with evidence that maybe Al’Khaz could be found. And if it can be found, maybe there is hope to win this war after all.---
✨TTRPG: DnD 5eDM: DJ
 When: 1pm every other Sunday starting March 15th. 
Who: 8 players max at any session (drop in/out). Everyone is welcome.Starting at lvl 3-- Level up method; story point system 
Genre: HIGH fantasy with steampunk/arcano tech developing. 
Length: ~30 sessions

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.

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.

Pilates: Improvers - Intermediate

Pilates: Over 55's

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.

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Pilates: Foundations