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More Events of Note

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In just two days, R.J. Palacio will visit Fairfield to talk about what inspired her to create our One Book One Town selection, Wonder. But there are still many insightful programs inspired by this amazing book coming up later in March. Here are just a few that you simply cannot miss!

Saving Civility with Author Sara Hacala

Saturday, March 16 at 1:30 pm – Fairfield Public Library, Rotary Room

Sara Hacala will explore how we, as individuals, can each contribute to making the world a more pleasant place to live through mutual respect, consideration and acceptance. The author of “Saving Civility: 52 Ways to Tame Rude, Crude and Attitude for a Polite Planet,” Ms. Hacala is president of Sara Hacala & Associates LLC, which provides full-service training and seminars in all aspects of business etiquette, manners and civility for organizations and individuals.

An Evening with David Harrell

Thursday, March 21 7:00 pm – Fairfield Public Library, Rotary Room

Actor and disability advocate David harrell was born without his right hand. In his entertaining presentation, David will talk about what it’s like to grow up with something that sets you apart physically, the importance of acceptance of self and others, and the journey of discovering what is normal. As an actor, David has performed in theater, film and has even appeared on Law and Order: SVU.

Writer’s Contest Public Reading

Tuesday March 19 at 7 pm – Main Library, Memorial Room

What does the concept of kindness mean to you? The winners of our writing contest will read their works at the Library on March 19. Stop by and listen to the amazing and inspired works of your friends and neighbors!

Register online for these events and keep the spirit of Wonder going all through the month of March. See you there!

Dear Auggie…

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Star Auggie

Do you love our One Book One Town selection Wonder by R.J. Palacio? What would you say to the star of the story, Auggie Pullman, if you could? Well, here is your chance!

Visit the second floor of the library on Monday, March 4 and Friday, March 8 from 3 to 5 pm and leave a video message for Auggie telling him what you thought of his story. These ‘letters’ will be compiled and shared with both author R.J. Palacio and attendees of our signature author event next week.

This is a great way for Fairfielders of all ages to get involved with One Book One Town so stop by the library today to thank Auggie and Ms. Palacio for sharing Wonder with us!

Calling All Instagrammers…

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Are you on Instagram? In honor of One Book One Town, we are sponsoring a contest on the the photo-sharing social network site with big prizes for the winners!

Take a picture on Instagram between now and March 10th that demonstrates the theme of ‘Choose Kind.’ It can be of someone helping another person out or an image that inspires the idea of kindness when you see it. Use your imagination!

Use the hashtag #fplwonder to submit your Instagram to the contest. Please note: If you have a private profile, please set it to public just for the days of 3/10 and 3/11 so we can see your pictures for judging purposes.

The three finalists will be invited to a special reception and the author presentation with R.J. Palacio on Thursday, March 14th at Fairfield University. The grand prize winner will receive $150.

This is a quick and easy way to participate in One Book One Town and promote the idea of choosing kindness. Go forth, snap some pictures and have fun!

Not on Instagram? Send your photos to nscherer@fplct.org to participate. Please note: Any photos submitted may be used for promotional purposes during the One Book One Town celebration.

Random Acts of Kindness Week

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The message of choosing kindness is spreading throughout Fairfield!
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First Selectman Michael C. Tetreau has proclaimed the week of February 11 through February 17 as “Random Acts of Kindness Week” in the Town of Fairfield. Inspired by Fairfield resident Veronica Mollica who believes teaching her young children that “Kindness Matters”, the First Selectman has issued a proclamation to encourage citizens to create a community of kindness—not only during the designated week in February, but every day of the year.

Residents are encouraged to perform acts of kindness at home, school, work or in the Fairfield community in hopes that good deeds will have a ripple effect. First Selectman Tetreau said, “After our community endured Storm Sandy and we mourned the tragedy in neighboring Newtown, it became evident how precious life is and how we must all do a better job in being kinder to others in whatever way makes even a small difference in someone else’s life.

By performing simple acts of kindness as often as we can, we serve as models for Fairfield’s children and we make our society better.” Don’t know how to get started? it’s easier than you might think…Try one of these suggestions!

Kindness Ideas for Random Acts of Kindness Week:

Monday: Give a compliment to someone.
Tuesday: Buy something for the person in the line behind you.
Wednesday: Bring a treat to a neighbor or co-worker.
Thursday: Reach out to someone you haven’t talked to in a while.
Friday: Let someone go in front of you in line.
Saturday: Volunteer for a Fairfield organization or non-profit.
Sunday: Thank a Veteran you know for his/her service.

Fairfield Compliments

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For the One Book One Town season we are asking all of Fairfield to ‘Choose Kind.’ You’ve seen the t-shirts and the signs on the road and that is just the beginning! We understand it’s not always easy – minor frustrations can add up and make a good day a bad day in no time at all.

We are doing our best to encourage the little things you can do to brighten your day and the days of everyone around you. So, we present to you Fairfield Compliments.

Send a message to this Facebook profile and it will be reposted for all to see – anonymously! If there is something nice you want to say but don’t quite know how, you can tell Fairfield Compliments and they will deliver the message. Add Fairfield Compliments as a friend to see all the kindnesses that are being shared. It will make your day – and if you participate, you’ll make someone else’s day. It’s an easy way to Choose Kind!

Only sincere messages will be reposted: No snark or sarcasm! The page admins will err on the side of caution, so make sure what you say is clear, concise and above all, kind!