Wednesday, March 27 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, March 28 • Documentary Film Series. A new documentary every Thursday through May 9. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Public Library, 104 W. Adams Ave., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Thursday, March 28 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Friday, March 29 • LEGO Playtime. Join for unstructured playtime every Friday. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Public Library, 104 W. Adams Ave., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Fri-Sat-Sun-Mon, March 29–April 1 • Cinema Fairfield: Cabrini. The new biopic on the life of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. 7 p.m., Sondheim Theater, Fairfield. FairfieldACC.com.
Saturday, March 30 • Fairfield Farmers Market Indoors. Produce, handmade wares, baked goods, food to go. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Saturday, March 30 • Tim Britton with Tim Langan & Jesse Langan. This all-star Irish trio features uilleann pipes, fiddle, and guitar. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Saturday, March 30 • Karaoke Night. Enjoy kava and karaoke every Saturday night. 8-10:30 p.m. Noble House Kava Bar, 115 N. Main, Fairfield. (641) 200-1606.
Sunday, March 31 • Irish Music Session. An informal gathering of area musicians plays Irish music most Sundays. Join in, or relax and listen as you enjoy a hot cuppa or craft beer on tap. 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Sunday, March 31 • Salsa/Latin and Pop Music Dance. Sundays; lesson 7 p.m.; Latin dance 8–9 p.m.; Latin, ballroom, swing mix 9–10 p.m.; no partner needed. Morning Star Studio, 51 1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield. (641) 919-5698. Facebook.com/ Fairfield.Pop.Music.Dance.Coalition.
Monday, April 1 • Genealogy Group. Join Barbara Rainbow for a group exploration of genealogy and local history. Bring any materials you’d like to share. Learn how to navigate Ancestry.com. Every 1st Monday of the month, 2:30-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, April 2 • Shut Up & Write! Writers of all levels are invited to sit quietly together and work on their individual projects. Cosponsored by the Library and MIU International Writing Center. Every Tuesday, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, April 3 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Wednesday, April 3 • Step Afrika! This dance company blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities, traditional African dances, and contemporary dance. 7:30 p.m., Sondheim, Fairfield. FairfieldACC.com.
Thursday, April 4 • Documentary Film Series. A new documentary every Thursday through May 9. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Public Library, 104 W. Adams Ave., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Thursday, April 4 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Thursday, April 4 • Thursday Nights with Steve McLain. Enjoy entertainment while you sip on drinks. Steve is often joined by special guests. 6 p.m. The Cider House, 1949 Pleasant Plain Rd, Fairfield.
Friday, April 5 • LEGO Playtime. Join for unstructured playtime every Friday. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Public Library, 104 W. Adams Ave., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Friday, April 5 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Friday, April 5 • Apocalypso Tantric Noise Choir. James Moore, David Hurlin, and Eric Hurlin keep it funky on bass, drums, and keys. By donation. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Saturday, April 6 • Fairfield Farmers Market Indoors. Produce, handmade wares, baked goods, food to go. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Saturday, April 6 • Spring Craft & Vendor Show. Shop from 40+ vendors, with food from Chillin N Grillin and DeLovely’s Delicious Mini Doughnuts. 10 a.m.–3 p.m., FACC Expo Hall, Fairfield. FairfieldACC.com.
Saturday, April 6 • Karaoke Night. Enjoy kava and karaoke every Saturday night. 8-10:30 p.m. Noble House Kava Bar, 115 N. Main, Fairfield. (641) 200-1606.
Sunday, April 7 • Community Roller Skating. Pop-up rink, rentals available sizes J10–Men’s 13. 1–3 p.m., The Rollin’ Rink at Maharishi School Fieldhouse, Fairfield. Fairfield365.com.
Sunday, April 7 • Irish Music Session. An informal gathering of area musicians plays Irish music most Sundays. Join in, or relax and listen as you enjoy a hot cuppa or craft beer on tap. 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Sunday, April 7 • Salsa/Latin and Pop Music Dance. Sundays; lesson 7 p.m.; Latin dance 8–9 p.m.; Latin, ballroom, swing mix 9–10 p.m.; no partner needed. Morning Star Studio, 51 1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield. (641) 919-5698. Facebook.com/ Fairfield.Pop.Music.Dance.Coalition.
Tuesday, April 9 • Shut Up & Write! Writers of all levels are invited to sit quietly together and work on their individual projects. Cosponsored by the Library and MIU International Writing Center. Every Tuesday, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, April 10 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Wednesday, April 10 • OH KIN, Where Ya Been? Community Sing. Lyndsey Scott leads an interactive evening of song, reflection, and connection. Sliding scale, tickets required. 7–9 p.m., Morning Star Studio, Fairfield. Eventbrite.com.
Thursday, April 11 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Thursday, April 11 • Arts & Crafts. Bring any crafts or half-finished projects you’re working on. 6-9 p.m. Noble House Kava Bar, 115 N. Main, Fairfield. (641) 200-1606.
Friday, April 12 • Spring Bird Hike. Join Therese Cummiskey and Austin Roe for a morning of birding. BYO binoculars. 8–9:30 a.m., Lamson Woods State Preserve, Fairfield. JeffersonCountyConservation.com.
Friday, April 12 • LEGO Playtime. Join for unstructured playtime every Friday. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Public Library, 104 W. Adams Ave., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, April 13 • Fairfield Farmers Market Indoors. Produce, handmade wares, baked goods, food to go. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Saturday, April 13 • Street Sweepers’ Ball. Volunteers meet to clean up the Fairfield downtown area. Bring brooms, weeding tools, or just yourself. Free pizza lunch and beverages provided. 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Central Park, Fairfield. FairfieldBeautificationCommission.org.
Saturday, April 13 • Michal Shababo. Farewell concert of big-hearted, bear-hug originals; evocative covers; and lush piano and guitar arrangements. 8 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Sunday, April 14 • Irish Music Session. An informal gathering of area musicians plays Irish music most Sundays. Join in, or relax and listen as you enjoy a hot cuppa or craft beer on tap. 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Tuesday, April 16 • Shut Up & Write! Writers of all levels are invited to sit quietly together and work on their individual projects. Cosponsored by the Library and MIU International Writing Center. Every Tuesday, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, April 17 • Tarot Readings at Noble House Kava Bar. Readings by Richard Morell every third Wednesday. 6 p.m., Noble House, 115 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/NobleHouseKava.
Wednesday, April 17 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, April 18 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Thursday, April 18 • The Thirsty Word at Cafe Paradiso. Third-Thursday reading series hosted by Meredith Siemsen features stories, plays, and poetry by area writers. 7:30–9 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main, Fairfield. By donation. Sign up at sourceoffice@lisco.com. Facebook.com/ThirstyWord.
Friday, April 19 • LEGO Playtime. Join for unstructured playtime every Friday. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Public Library, 104 W. Adams Ave., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Friday, April 19 • Soapbox Speakeasy: House of Amare. Poetry and fashion show headlined by Kai Black exploring the journey of love from individual to union to grief and healing. 8 p.m., Morning Star Studio, 51-1⁄2 S. Court St., Fairfield. Free.
Fri-Sat-Sun-Mon-Tues, April 19–23 • Cinema Fairfield: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Nightly showings at 7 p.m., plus a 2 p.m. matinee on 4/20. Sondheim Theater, Fairfield. FairfieldACC.com.
Saturday, April 20 • Fairfield Farmers Market Indoors. Produce, handmade wares, baked goods, food to go. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Saturday, April 20 • Fairfield Contra Dance. Music by Cafe Ceilhi, with Jennifer Hamilton and April Maberry calling. Beginners welcome, no partner necessary. 7:30 p.m. Morning Star Studio, 51-1/2 N. Court, Fairfield. $7 admission.
Sunday, April 21 • Irish Music Session. An informal gathering of area musicians plays Irish music most Sundays. Join in, or relax and listen as you enjoy a hot cuppa or craft beer on tap. 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Tuesday, April 23 • Shut Up & Write! Writers of all levels are invited to sit quietly together and work on their individual projects. Cosponsored by the Library and MIU International Writing Center. Every Tuesday, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, April 24 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, April 25 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Friday, April 26 • LEGO Playtime. Join for unstructured playtime every Friday. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Public Library, 104 W. Adams Ave., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, April 27 • Fairfield Farmers Market Indoors. Produce, handmade wares, baked goods, food to go. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Sunday, April 28 • Irish Music Session. An informal gathering of area musicians plays Irish music most Sundays. Join in, or relax and listen as you enjoy a hot cuppa or craft beer on tap. 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Tuesday, April 30 • Shut Up & Write! Writers of all levels are invited to sit quietly together and work on their individual projects. Cosponsored by the Library and MIU International Writing Center. Every Tuesday, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, May 1 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, May 2 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Friday, May 3 • LEGO Playtime. Join for unstructured playtime every Friday. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Public Library, 104 W. Adams Ave., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Friday, May 3 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Saturday, May 4 • Fairfield Farmers Market. Opening day of the outdoor market! Produce, flowers, plants, handmade wares, baked goods, food to go. 8 a.m.–1 p.m., Howard Park, corner of Main & Grimes, Fairfield.
Sunday, May 5 • Irish Music Session. An informal gathering of area musicians plays Irish music most Sundays. Join in, or relax and listen as you enjoy a hot cuppa or craft beer on tap. 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Monday, May 6 • Genealogy Group. Join Barbara Rainbow for a group exploration of genealogy and local history. Bring any materials you’d like to share. Learn how to navigate Ancestry.com. Every 1st Monday of the month, 2:30-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, May 8 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, May 9 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Thursday, May 9 • Arts & Crafts. Bring any crafts or half-finished projects you’re working on. 6-9 p.m. Noble House Kava Bar, 115 N. Main, Fairfield. (641) 200-1606.
Saturday, May 11 • Fairfield Farmers Market. Opening day of the outdoor market! Produce, flowers, plants, handmade wares, baked goods, food to go. 8 a.m.–1 p.m., Howard Park, corner of Main & Grimes, Fairfield.
Wednesday, May 15 • Tarot Readings at Noble House Kava Bar. Readings by Richard Morell every third Wednesday. 6 p.m., Noble House, 115 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/NobleHouseKava.
Wednesday, May 15 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, May 16 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Wednesday, May 22 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, May 23 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Wednesday, May 29 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, May 30 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Wednesday, June 5 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Take part in the tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:45 sign up, 8 p.m. go, with a featured performer halfway through. 8–10 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/OpenMicAtCafeParadiso.
Thursday, June 6 • At Home Store Knitters Clinic. Knit in good company or get help with a project. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m., At Home Store, 52 N. Main St., Fairfield. AtHomeStoreFairfield.com. Free.
Friday, June 7 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Thursday, June 13 • Arts & Crafts. Bring any crafts or half-finished projects you’re working on. 6-9 p.m. Noble House Kava Bar, 115 N. Main, Fairfield. (641) 200-1606.
Wednesday, June 19 • Tarot Readings at Noble House Kava Bar. Readings by Richard Morell every third Wednesday. 6 p.m., Noble House, 115 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com/NobleHouseKava.
Friday, July 5 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Sat-Sun, July 26-27 • Fairfield Treasure Hunt Weekend. Various locations. Details at Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
Friday, August 2 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Friday, September 6 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Friday, September 13 • Barnyard Bash. Maasdam Barns. Details at Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
Friday, October 4 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Friday, November 1 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Friday, November 29 • Lighting of the Fairfield Square. Santa arrives! Horse-drawn wagon rides, caroling, festivities on the square. Central Park. 5:30 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.
Friday, December 6 • Fairfield First Fridays. Shops and galleries open late. Central Park. 6–10 p.m., downtown Fairfield. Details at FairfieldFirstFridays.org.