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Tuesday, January 21 • Cinema Fairfield: Theater of Thought. In this 2022 documentary, director Werner Herzog casts his gaze on the human brain, looking for clues as to why a piece of tissue can produce deep thoughts and feelings, while also considering the philosophical, ethical and social implications. (1 hour, 47 minutes). 7 p.m. Sondheim Theatre, FACC, 200 N. Main, Fairfield. $7 admission.
Wednesday, January 22 • Open Mic at Cafe Paradiso. Join in this longstanding tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:15 p.m. sign up, 7:30 p.m. mic, Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Thursday-Tuesday, January 23-28 • Cinema Fairfield: “A Complete Unknown.” Against the backdrop of New York’s vibrant movie scene in 1961, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of music. Timothée Chalamet stars as Bob Dylan in the electric true story behind the rise of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. (2 hour, 20 minutes). 7 p.m. with captions Monday. Sondheim Theatre, FACC, 200 N. Main, Fairfield. $7 admission.
Thurs-Fri-Sat, January 23-25 • Vegan Dinner at Golden Magnolia. Pay-what-you-may vegan meal every Thurs., Fri., Sat., 5:30–8 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, north door, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Menu at Instagram.com/goldenmagnoliasanctuary/
Saturday, January 25 • Fairfield Indoor Farmers Market. The weekly market offers fresh winter greens, honey, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted items, and food to go. 9-1. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield.
Saturday, January 25 • Seed Swap. It’s National Seed Swap Day. Bring seeds to swap with fellow community members 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, January 25 • Write On Writers Group. Bring a pen and paper and share what you’ve written in a friendly, open discussion. No experience necessary. 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Sunday, January 26 • Cafe Paradiso Irish Music Session. Informal traditional Irish music gathering every Sunday, 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main, Fairfield. Free.
Sunday, January 26 • Latin, Ballroom & Swing Dance. Lesson at 7:30 p.m., dance 8–9:45 p.m. No partner needed. Freestyle welcome. Sundays, Morning Star Studio, 51 1/2 S. Court St., Fairfield. (641) 919-5698. Facebook.com/Fairfield.Pop.-Music.Dance.Coalition.
Monday, January 27 • Learn to Square Dance. Free introductory session. 7 p.m. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. (641) 472-5069.
Monday, January 27 • Skye Consort. Evocative arrangements of music from Sweden, Norway, Ireland, Scotland, England, Québec, Acadia, and the U.S. 7:30 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Tuesday, January 28 • Ancient Sound Bath. Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of tambouras, swara mandala harps, flute, and vocalists. Pay-what-you-may, suggested $20. Proceeds benefit to Golden Magnolia. 7:30 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. wernerelmker@gmail.com.
Wednesday, January 29 • Open Mic at Cafe Paradiso. Join in this longstanding tradition of community sharing—from either side of the stage. 7:15 p.m. sign up, 7:30 p.m. mic, Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. Facebook.com.
Thurs-Fri-Sat, January 30-February 1 • Vegan Dinner at Golden Magnolia. Pay-what-you-may vegan meal every Thurs., Fri., Sat., 5:30–8 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, north door, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Menu at Instagram.com/goldenmagnoliasanctuary/
Saturday, February 1 • Fairfield Indoor Farmers Market. The weekly market offers fresh winter greens, honey, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted items, and food to go. 9-1. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield.
Saturday, February 1 • West Coast Swing Dance. 7:30 p.m., Morning Star Studio Ballroom, Fairfield. FB.com/WCSDanceFairfield. WCSDanceFairfield@gmail.com.
Sunday, February 2 • Cafe Paradiso Irish Music Session. Informal traditional Irish music gathering every Sunday, 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main, Fairfield. Free.
Monday, February 3 • Birdy Brunch. Join Naturalist Austin Roe for an indoor discussion about various sparrows and key traits, then attempt to identify these tricky brown birds. 10–12 p.m., Jefferson County Park, Fairfield. JeffersonCountyConservation.com.
Monday, February 3 • 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. 2:30-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, February 5 • 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.
Thursday, February 6 • Poetry & Storytelling Open Mic. First Thursdays, 7–9:30 p.m., Noble House, Fairfield. NobleHouseKava.com.
Thurs-Fri-Sat, February 6-7-8 • Vegan Dinner at Golden Magnolia. Pay-what-you-may vegan meal every Thurs., Fri., Sat., 5:30–8 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, north door, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Menu at Instagram.com/goldenmagnoliasanctuary/.
Friday, February 7 • Fairfield First Fridays. Activities and entertainment around the Fairfield square. 6-9:30 p.m. Fairfield. fairfieldfirstfridays.org.
Friday, February 7 • Roman Cadillacs. Classic rock covers you’ll want to dance to. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Saturday, February 8 • Fairfield Indoor Farmers Market. The weekly market offers fresh winter greens, honey, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted items, and food to go. 9-1. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield.
Saturday, February 8 • Write On Writers Group. Bring a pen and paper and share what you’ve written in a friendly, open discussion. No experience necessary. 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, February 8 • The Poet’s Forge. This free monthly workshop is meant for those who are serious about composing poetry. Bring work to discuss. 2:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Sunday, February 9 • Second Sunday Sound Bath. Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of gongs, singing bowls, and the human voice on the second Sunday of each month. 9:30 a.m., Source Vibrations Sound Clinic, Fairfield. SourceVibrations.com/calendar/.
Sunday, February 9 • Cafe Paradiso Irish Music Session. Informal traditional Irish music gathering every Sunday, 3–5 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main, Fairfield. Free.
Sunday, February 9 • Ian George. Indie folk, pop, and rock. 7:30 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, 101 N. Main St., Fairfield. CafeParadiso.net.
Tuesday, February 11 • Great Taste Live. The monthly food show hosted by Steve Boss, with food samples and door prizes. 7 p.m. Green Building Supply, Fairfield. Free.
Thurs-Fri-Sat, February 13-15 • Vegan Dinner at Golden Magnolia. Pay-what-you-may vegan meal every Thurs., Fri., Sat., 5:30–8 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, north door, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Menu at Instagram.com/goldenmagnoliasanctuary/.
Friday, February 14 • Owl Prowl. After learning about owls, hear romance in the air on a short night hike. 6–7 p.m., Jefferson County Park Nature Center, Fairfield. (641) 472-4421.
Friday, February 14 • Shawn Maxwell. This Chicago-based jazz saxophonist and composer brings his own distinct voice to the genre. Friday 7:30 p.m., Cafe Paradiso, Fairfield, CafeParadiso.net.
Saturday, February 15 • Fairfield Indoor Farmers Market. The weekly market offers fresh winter greens, honey, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted items, and food to go. 9-1. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield.
Saturday, February 15 • Gardening Tips from David Ford. A comprehensive guide to preparing your garden for spring, including understanding soil science, and a beginner’s guide to the microbial world of soil. 3-4:30 p.m. Main conference room, Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams, Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, February 15 • Fairfield Contra Dance. Live music, all dances taught, no partner necessary. Adults and experienced kids welcome. 7 p.m. lesson, 7:30 dance. Morning Star Studio Ballroom, 51 1/2 N. Court, Fairfield. FFADC.blogspot.com.
Wednesday, February 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.
Thurs-Fri-Sat, February 20-22 • Vegan Dinner at Golden Magnolia. Pay-what-you-may vegan meal every Thurs., Fri., Sat., 5:30–8 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, north door, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Menu at Instagram.com/goldenmagnoliasanctuary/.
Saturday, February 22 • Fairfield Indoor Farmers Market. The weekly market offers fresh winter greens, honey, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted items, and food to go. 9-1. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield.
Saturday, February 22 • Write On Writers Group. Bring a pen and paper and share what you’ve written in a friendly, open discussion. No experience necessary. 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Thurs-Fri-Sat, February 27-March 1 • Vegan Dinner at Golden Magnolia. Pay-what-you-may vegan meal every Thurs., Fri., Sat., 5:30–8 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, north door, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Menu at Instagram.com/goldenmagnoliasanctuary/.
Saturday, March 1 • Fairfield Indoor Farmers Market. The weekly market offers fresh winter greens, honey, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted items, and food to go. 9-1. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield.
Monday, March 3 • 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. 2:30-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, March 5 • 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.
Thursday, March 6 • Poetry & Storytelling Open Mic. First Thursdays, 7–9:30 p.m., Noble House, Fairfield. NobleHouseKava.com.
Thurs-Fri-Sat, March 6-7-8 • Vegan Dinner at Golden Magnolia. Pay-what-you-may vegan meal every Thurs., Fri., Sat., 5:30–8 p.m., Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, north door, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield. Menu at Instagram.com/goldenmagnoliasanctuary/.
Friday, March 7 • Fairfield First Fridays. Activities and entertainment around the Fairfield square. 6-9:30 p.m. Fairfield. fairfieldfirstfridays.org.
Saturday, March 8 • Fairfield Indoor Farmers Market. The weekly market offers fresh winter greens, honey, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted items, and food to go. 9-1. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield.
Saturday, March 8 • Write On Writers Group. Bring a pen and paper and share what you’ve written in a friendly, open discussion. No experience necessary. 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, March 8 • The Poet’s Forge. This free monthly workshop is meant for those who are serious about composing poetry. Bring work to discuss. 2:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Sunday, March 9 • Second Sunday Sound Bath. Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of gongs, singing bowls, and the human voice on the second Sunday of each month. 9:30 a.m., Source Vibrations Sound Clinic, Fairfield. SourceVibrations.com/calendar/.
Saturday, March 15 • Fairfield Indoor Farmers Market. The weekly market offers fresh winter greens, honey, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted items, and food to go. 9-1. Golden Magnolia Sanctuary, 200 S. Main St., Fairfield.
Wednesday, March 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.
Saturday, March 22 • Write On Writers Group. Bring a pen and paper and share what you’ve written in a friendly, open discussion. No experience necessary. 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, April 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.
Friday, April 4 • Fairfield First Fridays. Activities and entertainment around the Fairfield square. 6-9:30 p.m. Fairfield. fairfieldfirstfridays.org.
Monday, April 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. 2:30-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Saturday, April 12 • The Poet’s Forge. This free monthly workshop is meant for those who are serious about composing poetry. Bring work to discuss. 2:30-5 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, April 16 • 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.
Monday, May 5 • 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. 2:30-4 p.m. Fairfield Public Library, 104 W. Adams., Fairfield. (641) 472-6551.
Wednesday, May 21 • 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.