Thursday, October 8 • JFAN Annual Meeting: Cancer, CAFOs and Corruption. Learn about the impact of our regulatory system on Iowa’s land and water quality, featuring speakers Carey Gillam and Colleen Fowle. 7 p.m. Visit JFAN.org for Zoom link.
Thurs-Fri, October 8-9 • “You Had To Be There” at Cinema Fairfield. This highly entertaining documentary explores how the 1972 cast of Godspell in Toronto inspired a major revolution in Canadian comedy. With Martin Short, Eugene Levy, and Gilda Radner. 7 p.m. Cinema Fairfield, FACC, 200 N. Main St. FairfieldACC.com.
Thursday, October 8 • Thursday Live Music at the Lab. Dance and hang to classic blues and rock. Thursdays, 8 p.m., The Lab, 408 W. Lowe Ave., Fairfield. (641) 954-2653.
Thursday, October 8 • Steve McLain. Country, Americana, reggae, and blues one-man band. Thursdays 6–8 p.m., Dew Drop Inn, 306 Fairfield Rd., Libertyville. (641) 693-4281.
Saturday, October 10 • Fairfield Farmers Market. Find fresh produce, flowers and plants, crafts, honey, eggs, and lots more. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Howard Park at Main & Grimes Ave., Fairfield. FairfieldIowaFarmersMarket.Farm.
Saturday, October 10 • Prairie Remnants Book Club. Join library director Alecs Schmidt-Mickunas for a book club on the themes of ecology and sustainability. Books provided at front desk in advance. Second Saturdays. 10:15-11:30 a.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, October 10 • The Addams Family. This delightfully macabre comedy is centered on the eccentric Addams clan, who embrace the strange, spooky, and unusual. 7:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, October 10 • Brian Haas. The world-famous jazz pianist brings an inner/outer musical exploration from the 5th dimension. 7:30 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, Fairfield. Tickets at the door.
Saturday, October 10 • Steve Farber. Folk and Americana artist from Lenexa, Kansas. 7:30 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Sat-Sun, October 10–11 • Rocktoberfest: Gem, Mineral & Lapidary Show. Browse jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils, polished stones, crystals, apparel, and more. Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–4, Blue Rose Ballroom & Bistro, Fairfield. (210) 216-1547. Free.
Sat-Sun-Mon, October 10–12 • “Practical Magic 2” at Cinema Fairfield. A multi-generational family of witches, cursed to be loveless for centuries, attempts to break the spell by confronting dark secrets. With Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman 7 p.m. daily with 3:30 p.m. matinee on Sunday. Cinema Fairfield, FACC, 200 N. Main St. FairfieldACC.com.
Sunday, October 11 • Second Sunday Sound Bath. Select instruments support deep relaxation. 1 p.m., Sound Clinic, 122 N. Court St., Fairfield. SourceVibrations.com.
Sunday, October 11 • Fall Sunday Gravel Ride. Weekly community bike ride on the back roads of Jefferson County. Multiple routes available. Wheels roll at 1 p.m., The Ride and other locations, Fairfield. Weekly routes and weather updates posted at Facebook.com/theridebikeshop.
Tuesday, October 13 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, October 13 • The Art of Wrapping Books & Journals. Rosie Witherspoon and Betsy Dockhorn will demonstrate the art of covering your special books with beautiful paper. 2-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551. Call to register in advance.
Wednesday, October 14 • Mah Jongg. Join players in an American variation of the 19th-century Chinese tile-based game. Instruction for new players in the first hour. Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, October 14 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Enjoy this decades-old Fairfield tradition from either side of the stage. 7:15 sign up; 7:30 p.m. open mic. Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Thursday, October 15 • Portrait Class: Live Model Open Studio. Come draw regularly or once in a while, and learn from other artists. Thursdays, 1:30–3:30 p.m., Fairfield Art Association Studio, FACC, 200 N. Main St., Fairfield. FairfieldArtAssociation.org.
Thursday, October 15 • Thursday Live Music at the Lab. Dance and hang to classic blues and rock. Thursdays, 8 p.m., The Lab, 408 W. Lowe Ave., Fairfield. (641) 954-2653.
Thursday, October 15 • Thirsty Word: Jeepers Creepers. This curated reading showcasing new work by area writers leans into supernatural stories and strange little plays this month. $5. 7:30–9 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, Fairfield. Facebook.com @ Thirsty Word. Submissions: sourceoffice@lisco.com.
Thursday, October 15 • Steve McLain. Country, Americana, reggae, and blues one-man band. Thursdays 6–8 p.m., Dew Drop Inn, 306 Fairfield Rd., Libertyville. (641) 693-4281.
Thursday, October 15 • Community Block Party. Bring the family and lawn chairs, enjoy creativity stations and DIY activities, and meet your neighbors! Free snacks. 5-7 p.m., Central Park. Fairfield. FRANIowa.org.
Friday, October 16 • Movies at Central Park: The Monster Squad (1987). This 1980s cult favorite blends comedy, horror, and adventure. Movie begins at dusk. Central Park, Fairfield. (641) 472-6159. Free.
Friday, October 16 • Niladri Kumaar: The Space Between the Notes. Hailed as a maverick musician and composer, a celebrated ambassador, and an Indian music icon. 7:30 p.m., FACC, Fairfield. FairfieldACC.com.
Saturday, October 17 • Fairfield Farmers Market. Find fresh produce, flowers and plants, crafts, honey, eggs, and lots more. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Howard Park at Main & Grimes Ave., Fairfield. FairfieldIowaFarmersMarket.Farm.
Saturday, October 17 • Fallin’ for the Blues: Daniel Nicole Band. With special guest Matt Woods and food for purchase by Sweet & Saucy BBQ. Doors 6 p.m., show 7 p.m. FACC, 200 N. Main St., Fairfield. FairfieldACC.com. SoutheastIowaBluesSociety.org.
Saturday, October 17 • Native Plant Garden Club. Everyone is invited to hear local entomologist Moni Hayne speak on “Lazy Gardening for WIldlife: How Doing Less Helps Beneficial Insects Survive Winter.” 10:15 a.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, October 17 • Creature Feature Presents Heroes and Villains. Fairfield Pride Committee drag performance event. 8:30 p.m. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main, Fairfield. FairfieldPrideCommittee@gmail.com.
Sunday, October 18 • Fall Sunday Gravel Ride. Weekly community bike ride on the back roads of Jefferson County. Multiple routes available. Wheels roll at 1 p.m., The Ride and other locations, Fairfield. Weekly routes and weather updates posted at Facebook.com/theridebikeshop.
Tuesday, October 20 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, October 21 • Mah Jongg. Join players in an American variation of the 19th-century Chinese tile-based game. Instruction for new players in the first hour. Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, October 21 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Enjoy this decades-old Fairfield tradition from either side of the stage. 7:15 sign up; 7:30 p.m. open mic. Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Thursday, October 22 • Susan Klauber Reads from “Accidental Seeker.” Join the author for a reading from her new book. 7:30 p.m.Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, October 24 • Noah’s Ark Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic. A licensed veterinarian offers microchipping for dogs and cats, plus vaccines and toe clipping. Proceeds benefit Noah’s Ark. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Noah’s Ark Animal Shelter, 1986 Gear Ave., Fairfield.
Saturday, October 24 • Fairfield Farmers Market. Find fresh produce, flowers and plants, crafts, honey, eggs, and lots more. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Howard Park at Main & Grimes Ave., Fairfield. FairfieldIowaFarmersMarket.Farm.
Saturday, October 24 • Sierra Club October Potluck. Everyone is welcome to attend! Connect with old friends, meet new ones, enjoy good food and company, and catch up on the latest Sierra Club activities. Jefferson County Park, Shelter #3, Fairfield.
Saturday, October 24 • The Right to Read Book Club. Join the club for a respectful and thought-provoking discussion series exploring the library’s commitment to ensuring access to diverse ideas for all. Books available at front desk. Fourth Saturdays, 10:30-11:45 a.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, October 24 • The Kings of Queen. This tribute band delivers the iconic sound, energy, and spectacle that made Queen one of the greatest rock bands of all time. 7:30 p.m., FACC, Fairfield. FairfieldACC.com.
Saturday, October 24 • The Seventh Seal. In Ingmar Bergman’s haunting masterpiece, a medieval knight plays chess with Death while searching for meaning amid the plague. 7:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Sunday, October 25 • Fall Sunday Gravel Ride. Weekly community bike ride on the back roads of Jefferson County. Multiple routes available. Wheels roll at 1 p.m., The Ride and other locations, Fairfield. Weekly routes and weather updates posted at Facebook.com/theridebikeshop.
Sunday, October 25 • Halloween Dance—Free for College Students. Dance 7:30–9:30 p.m. to Halloweeny recorded music. Morning Star Studio, 51 1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield. (641) 919-5698.
Sunday, October 27 • All Latin Dance. Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue led by Benjamin Valverde. Rumba, Cha Cha, and Samba led by Paul Saipher. Every last Sunday of the month. 7:30 p.m., Morning Star Studio, 51 1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield. (641) 919-5698.
Tuesday, October 27 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, October 27 • FCA Monthly Arts Meet. Come to connect, share ideas, and build community at this informal monthly gathering of musicians, writers, poets, actors, filmmakers, dancers, artists, and more! Hosted by the Fairfield Cultural Alliance. 7-9 p.m. Location TBD, Fairfield. FairfieldCulturalAlliance.org.
Wednesday, October 28 • Mah Jongg. Join players in an American variation of the 19th-century Chinese tile-based game. Instruction for new players in the first hour. Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, October 28 • Cafe Paradiso Open Mic. Enjoy this decades-old Fairfield tradition from either side of the stage. 7:15 sign up; 7:30 p.m. open mic. Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Thursday, October 29 • Community Block Party. Bring the family and lawn chairs, enjoy creativity stations and DIY activities, and meet your neighbors! Free snacks. 5-7 p.m. O.B. Nelson Park. Fairfield. FRANIowa.org.
Thursday, October 29 • Library Halloween Party. Children up to age 10 are invited to enjoy a Halloween storytime, a craft, and a snack. Costumes welcome! 4:00-5:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Thursday, October 29 • Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance. Merging the spirit and energy of the country’s finest early-career dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding and emerging choreographers. 7:30 p.m., FACC, Fairfield. FairfieldACC.com.
Friday, October 30 • When Maharishi Came to Town. This documentary tells the story of how MIU moved from California to Fairfield. 7 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Friday, Octber 30 • Brad & the Big Wave. Folk-rock and pop dance party! Costumes welcome. 7:30 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Fri-Sat-Sun, October 30–1 • Bare Necessities English Country Dance Weekend. With Melissa Running, caller. Various locations, Fairfield. Full details at FFADC.blogspot.com.
Saturday, October 31 • Fairfield Farmers Market. Find fresh produce, flowers and plants, crafts, honey, eggs, and lots more. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Howard Park at Main & Grimes Ave., Fairfield. FairfieldIowaFarmersMarket.Farm.
Saturday, October 31 • Loop the Loop Halloween Hustle. 5K and 1K walk/run, costume contests, pumpkin bowling and decorating, barn haunted house, face painting, hot drinks, and more. 8 a.m., Maasdam Barns, Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Saturday, October 31 • “Rocky Horror Picture Show” at Cinema Fairfield. A fan-fave audience participation classic. 8 p.m. Cinema Fairfield, FACC, 200 N. Main St. FairfieldACC.com.
Sunday, November 1 • Fall Sunday Gravel Ride. Weekly community bike ride on the back roads of Jefferson County. Multiple routes available. Wheels roll at 1 p.m., The Ride and other locations, Fairfield. Weekly routes and weather updates posted at Facebook.com/theridebikeshop.
Monday, November 2 • Genealogy Group. Join Barbara Rainbow for a group exploration of genealogy and local history. Learn to navigate Ancestry.com. Bring any materials you’d like to share. Every 1st Monday. 2:30-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, November 3 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, November 4 • Matinee Book Club. David Patterson hosts this long-running book club where participants take turns selecting books for the group to read. For more info, contact Joy Craig at jcraig@fairfield.lib.ia.us. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551. Every first Wednesday.
Thursday, November 5 • Steve McLain. Country, Americana, reggae, and blues one-man band. Thursdays 6–8 p.m., Dew Drop Inn, 306 Fairfield Rd., Libertyville. (641) 693-4281.
Friday, November 6 • Fairfield First Fridays. Gallery Hop! With music, food, and fun around the square. 6:30-9 p.m. Fairfield. fairfieldfirstfridays.org.
Saturday, November 7 • Fairfield Farmers Market Indoors. Find fresh produce, flowers and plants, crafts, honey, eggs, and lots more. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. FairfieldIowaFarmersMarket.Farm.
Saturday, November 7 • Origami Workshops. Join local enthusiast Vedder Wright to learn the basics in this recurring program. All skill levels are welcome. First Saturdays. 1-2:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551. RSVP recommended.
Sunday, November 8 • Fall Sunday Gravel Ride. Weekly community bike ride on the back roads of Jefferson County. Multiple routes available. Wheels roll at 1 p.m., The Ride and other locations, Fairfield. Weekly routes and weather updates posted at Facebook.com/theridebikeshop.
Saturday, November 7 • West Coast Swing Social Dance Party. Swing, blues, boogie or rock! Everyone welcome. Every first Saturday. Morning Star Studio, 51-1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield.
Tuesday, November 10 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, November 14 • Prairie Remnants Book Club. Join library director Alecs Schmidt-Mickunas for a book club on the themes of ecology and sustainability. Books provided at front desk in advance. Second Saturdays. 10:15-11:30 a.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Sunday, November 15 • Fall Sunday Gravel Ride. Weekly community bike ride on the back roads of Jefferson County. Multiple routes available. Wheels roll at 1 p.m., The Ride and other locations, Fairfield. Weekly routes and weather updates posted at Facebook.com/theridebikeshop.
Tuesday, November 17 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, November 24 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, November 24 • FCA Monthly Arts Meet. Come to connect, share ideas, and build community at this informal monthly gathering of musicians, writers, poets, actors, filmmakers, dancers, artists, and more! Hosted by the Fairfield Cultural Alliance. 7-9 p.m. Location TBD, Fairfield. FairfieldCulturalAlliance.org.
Sunday, November 22 • Fall Sunday Gravel Ride. Weekly community bike ride on the back roads of Jefferson County. Multiple routes available. Wheels roll at 1 p.m., The Ride and other locations, Fairfield. Weekly routes and weather updates posted at Facebook.com/theridebikeshop.
Saturday, November 28 • The Right to Read Book Club. Join the club for a respectful and thought-provoking discussion series exploring the library’s commitment to ensuring access to diverse ideas for all. Books available at front desk. Fourth Saturdays, 10:30-11:45 a.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Sunday, November 29 • All Latin Dance. Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue led by Benjamin Valverde. Rumba, Cha Cha, and Samba led by Paul Saipher. Every last Sunday of the month. 7:30 p.m., Morning Star Studio, 51 1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield. (641) 919-5698.
Tuesday, December 1 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, December 2 • Matinee Book Club. David Patterson hosts this long-running book club where participants take turns selecting books for the group to read. For more info, contact Joy Craig at jcraig@fairfield.lib.ia.us. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551. Every first Wednesday.
Friday, December 4 • Fairfield First Fridays. Holiday celebration, featuring music, food, and fun around the square. 6:30-9 p.m. Fairfield. fairfieldfirstfridays.org.
Saturday, December 5 • Origami Workshops. Join local enthusiast Vedder Wright to learn the basics in this recurring program. All skill levels are welcome. First Saturdays. 1-2:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551. RSVP recommended.
Saturday, December 5 • West Coast Swing Social Dance Party. Swing, blues, boogie or rock! Everyone welcome. Every first Saturday. Morning Star Studio, 51-1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield.
Monday, December 7 • Genealogy Group. Join Barbara Rainbow for a group exploration of genealogy and local history. Learn to navigate Ancestry.com. Bring any materials you’d like to share. Every 1st Monday. 2:30-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, December 8 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Thursday, December 10 • Steve McLain. Country, Americana, reggae, and blues one-man band. Thursdays 6–8 p.m., Dew Drop Inn, 306 Fairfield Rd., Libertyville. (641) 693-4281.
Saturday, December 12 • Prairie Remnants Book Club. Join library director Alecs Schmidt-Mickunas for a book club on the themes of ecology and sustainability. Books provided at front desk in advance. Second Saturdays. 10:15-11:30 a.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, December 15 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, December 22 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Sunday, December 27 • All Latin Dance. Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue led by Benjamin Valverde. Rumba, Cha Cha, and Samba led by Paul Saipher. Every last Sunday of the month. 7:30 p.m., Morning Star Studio, 51 1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield. (641) 919-5698.
Tuesday, December 29 • Shut Up and Write. Writers sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. All skill levels welcome. Bring paper and pens, or laptop! Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Tuesday, December 29 • FCA Monthly Arts Meet. Come to connect, share ideas, and build community at this informal monthly gathering of musicians, writers, poets, actors, filmmakers, dancers, artists, and more! Hosted by the Fairfield Cultural Alliance. 7-9 p.m. Location TBD, Fairfield. FairfieldCulturalAlliance.org.