Club/Organization: THE FAIR ACRES ASSOCIATION, INC.
Street Address: P.O. Box 1
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824-0001
Contact: Ian Ben Bass, President
Contact Phone Number: 203-255-2232
Fax:
Email Address: Ian.Bass@morganstanley.com
Internet Address:
Meetings/Days & Hours: Annual Meeting at June picnic social
Meetings Open to Public: To Fair Acres Homeowners
Description of Organization and Activities:
Conservation of Fairfield shoreline, beach clean ups, educational social agendas, and maintenance of Pentways with deeded rights to Long Island Sound
Fees/Dues: $10.00 per year
Eligibility/Membership Information: The Fair Acres Association, Inc. Homeowners near Long Island Sound.
Year Established: 1921
Organization Type: Environment, Volunteer Service
Date Entered/Updated: December, 2009
Club/Organization: FAIRFIELD BEACH ACCESS
Street Address: PO Box 321012
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06825
Contact: June Mastronardi or Peter Hood
Contact Phone Number: 203-726-0486
Email Address: info@FairfieldBeachAccess.org
Internet Address: http://www.fairfieldbeachaccess.org
Meetings/Days & Hours: ad hoc
Meetings Open to Public: Yes
Non-Proft Status: Not Applicable
Description of Organization and Activities::
Fairfield Beach Access is a networking and information sharing group formed to enhance the Fairfield community environment for people who enjoy outdoor recreation with their dogs. We are committed to enriching the quality of community life in Fairfield and the town's reputation across the county and tri-state area, through: responsible dog guardianship, open and respectful communication, and by nurturing goodwill between dog guardians and others.
Fees/Dues: none.
Eligibility/Membership Information: Open to all, regardless of pet guardianship status or home address. Online form or sign-up at tabling membership drives. Privacy agreement.
Year Established: 2008
Updated: May 2013
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD BEACH RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION
Street Address: PO Box 513
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: Paige Herman, President
Contact Phone Number: 203.259.0747
Email Address: paigepalmer@optonline.net
Internet Address: http://www.fbra.org
Meetings/Days & Hours: Board of Directors meet first Wednesday of the
month
Meetings Open to Public: Board, no, members only. Annual meeting, yes.
Description of Organization and Activities::
FBRA is a civic organization seeking to improve all quality of life issues in the area of Fairfield Beach.
Fees/Dues:
Eligibility/Membership Information: Open to all residents of the Fairfield
Beach Area defined as all of Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield Beach Road
to Old Post Road on the south and north and Beach Road to Reef Road on
the east and west
Year Established: 1955
Updated: May, 2013
Club/Organization: FAIRFIELD BRIDLE TRAILS ASSOCIATION
Street Address: PO Box 515
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact:
Contact Phone Number:
Fax:
Email Address: info@fairfieldbridletrails.org
Internet Address: http://www.fairfieldbridletrails.org
Meetings/Days & Hours: Please email or refer to the calendar on our website
Meetings Open to Public: Kick-off and fundraisers
Description of Organization and Activities::
Since 1938, the Fairfield Bridle Trail Association has been the community organization working with private landowners and the Town of Fairfield to build, maintain and enhance the most extensive network of bridle trails surviving in Fairfield County, which extend from the borough of Southport by the sea, north through Fairfield and on into the hills of Easton.
Fees/Dues:
Eligibility/Membership Information:
Year Established: 1938
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Street Address: 1597 Post Rd.
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: Patricia L. Ritchie, President
Contact Phone Number: 203-255-1011
Fax: 203-256-9990
Email Address: info@fairfieldctchamber.com
Internet Address: www.fairfieldctchamber.com
Meetings/Days & Hours: OPEN Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5pm; Summer hours: Mon - Thurs, 8:30am - 5pm; Fri, 8:30am - 12:30pm
Meetings Open to Public: No
Description of Organization and Activities::
The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce -- an association of business and professional people -- promotes a climate for business that enhances the economic vitality and quality of life in Fairfield.
Fees/Dues: Varied, call for information
Eligibility/Membership Information: CALL 255-1011
Year Established: 1946
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization: FAIRFIELD COUNSELING SERVICES, INC.
Street Address: 125 Penfield Road
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: Dorothy Timmerman, Executive Director
Contact Phone Number: 203-255-5777
Fax: 203-259-9673
Email Address:
Internet Address: http://fcsinc.org/index.php
Meetings/Days & Hours: Mon-Thurs, 8-9; Fri 8-5, Sat 9-1
Meetings Open to Public: All services are confidential
Description of Organization and Activities::
Fairfield Counseling Services, Inc. is a private, non-profit community psychotherapy counseling center, established in 1969 and staffed by licensed mental health professionals. We have grown along with our clients from a drop in center to a state licensed psychiatric and substance abuse outpatient clinic. The Agency is committed to seeking the most effective interventions in promoting the mental and emotional well-being of adults, adolescents and families in Fairfield and the surrounding communities.
Fees/Dues: Fees are based on gross income - sliding scale fee and most insurances.
Eligibility/Membership Information: Clients call for intake
Year Established: 1969
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD COUNTY ARTS ASSOCIATION
Street Address: P.O.Box 703
City/State/Zipcode: Monroe, CT 06468
Contact: Membership information: Alice 203-259-8026
Fax: N/A
Email Address:ffldctyarts@aol.com
Internet Address: http://www.fairfieldcountyarts.com
Meetings/Days & Hours: Usually 2nd Wednesday of month, 7pm at Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Meetings Open to Public: Interested persons may attend one meeting for free.
Description of Organization and Activities::
The Fairfield County Arts Association is a support group for both professional and amateur artists. Its programs give members the opportunity to grow by sharing their work, expertise and talent and to serve as a forum for comment, critique and advice.
This association is involved with community art-centered activities, such as the downtown Fairfield banner project, the Dogwood Festival and displaying art work at libraries and Town Halls.
Fees/Dues: $25/individuals, $40/couples and $15 for board members or chairpersons. New Members attend your 1st meeting for free!
Eligibility/Membership Information: Open to professional and amateur artists and people interested in the arts who wish to associate with artists.
Year Established: 1988
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD COUNTY CHORALE
Street Address: 61 Unquowa Rd
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: John Parkinson, Executive Director
Contact Phone Number: 203-254-1333
Fax: 203-319-8273
Email Address: info@fairfieldcountychorale.org
Internet Address: http://www.fairfieldcountychorale.org
Meetings/Days & Hours: rehearsals: Monday evenings 7:30,
Norwalk City Hall
Meetings Open to Public: No
Description of Organization and Activities::
Our critically acclaimed group is celebrating its 49th year of performing great choral works in southwestern Connecticut. The winner of the 2011 Artist of the Year Award from the Fairfield Arts Center, the Chorale consists of over 100 auditioned singers, representing a broad range of ages and music backgrounds. The repertoire ranges from the great classics to commissioned works and world premieres. The Chorale has performed at such prestigious venues as Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. Its season consists of three concerts performed at the Norwalk Concert Hall, each with a professional orchestra and soloists.
Fees/Dues:
Eligibility/Membership Information: Audition
Year Established: 1963
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTER
Street Address: 370 Beach Road
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: Michael A. Jehle, Executive Director
Contact Phone Number: 203-259-1598
Fax: 203-255-2716
Email Address:
Internet Address: http://www.fairfieldhs.org
Meetings/Days & Hours: Monday-Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday & Sunday 12pm - 4pm
(Library is closed on Monday and Tuesday)
Meetings Open to Public: YES
Description of Organization and Activities:
The Fairfield Museum and History Center was established in 2007 by the 103-year-old Fairfield Historical Society. The 13,000 square-foot museum presents engaging exhibition galleries, a special collection library and reading room, a family education center, an 80 seat theater overlooking Fairfield’s Town Green and a delightful museum shop.
The Fairfield Museum and History Center believes in the power of history to inspire the imagination, stimulate thought and transform society. We connect people around the complex history of Fairfield and neighboring communities so that together we may shape a more informed future.
Fees/Dues: Student $15, Individual $30, Family $50, Contributor $100, Sustainer $250, Patron $500, Benefactor $1,000
Eligibility/Membership Information: Open to all
Year Established: 1903
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD NATIONAL LITTLE LEAGUE
Street Address:
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT
Contact: Dante Gallucci, President
Contact Phone Number:
Fax:
Email Address: fairfieldnational@yahoo.com
Internet Address: http://www.fnll.org
Meetings/Days & Hours/Locations:
Meetings Open to Public?:
Description of Organization and Activities:
Little League Baseball
Fees/Dues:
Eligibility/ Membership Information:
Year Established: 1951
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD POLICE EXPLORER POST 279
Street Address: 100 REEF ROAD
City/State/Zipcode: FAIRFIELD, CT 06824
Contact: Deputy Chief Chris Lyddy
Contact Phone Number: 203-254-4826
Email Address: clyddy@town.fairfield.ct.us
Internet Address: http://www.fairfieldpoliceexplorerespost279.org
Meetings/Days & Hours: Mondays at 7:00 PM
Meetings Open to Public: YES
Description of Organization and Activities:
The Explorer program is an official program of the Fairfield Police Department, designed by the Boy Scouts of America to expose young men and women (ages 13-22) to the vast career choices available in Law Enforcement today. Many of our alumni have continued to successfully achieve positions in local Law Enforcement, State Police Departments, as well as Federal appointments with Law Enforcement agencies throughout the country. Explorers learn in both the classroom and field environment, including actual "hands-on" field experience. Weekly meeting presentations including training on police duties, forensic science, self-defense, investigation, and even firearms and weaponry.
Fees/Dues: Post registration is only $10.00 yearly.
Eligibility/Membership Information:
Year Established:1976
Updated: May, 2013
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD POP WARNER FOOTBALL Street Address: P.O.Box 404
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: Jack Tetreau, League Prresident
Contact Phone Number: 203-763-9486
Fax:
Email Address: myscrtwpn@aol.com
Internet Address: www.fairfieldgiants.com
Meetings/Days & Hours: Registration begins March 15. Practice begins August 1st
Meetings Open to Public:
Description of Organization and Activities:
Fairfield Pop Warner and the Fairfield Giants are affiliated with Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. (PWLS), a non-profit national organization that provides youth football and cheer & dance programs for participants in 41 states and several countries around the world.
Fairfield Pop Warner is run by the Fairfield Junior Football Program, Inc., a non-profit, donor-supported organization staffed by volunteers. Fairfield Pop Warner is in its 40th year and has nearly 400 football players and cheerleaders ranging in age from 7 to 15 years old in its programs.
Fees/Dues:
Eligibility/ Membership Information:
Year Established: 1966
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD RECREATION SOCCER, ADULT DROP-in
Street Address: 75 Mill Plain Road
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: See: http://www.fairfieldrecreation.com
Contact Phone Number: 203-256-3191
Fax:
Email Address:
Internet Address: http://cal.fairfieldct.org/content/2765/2777/3427.aspx
Meetings/Days & Hours/Locations:
Meetings Open to Public?: YES
Description of Organization and Activities:
The Men’s Over 30 Soccer meet at the Tomlinson Turf Soccer Field on Sunday mornings from 9:30 AM to noon starting in mid-March and running through November. This is a free drop-in program for Fairfield residents only.
The Women’s Drop-in Soccer is for women 18 years and older and will meet at the Fairfield Woods Soccer Field at 9:30 AM from April through November, weather permitting. The contact for this program is Carol, e-mail contact: dannhauser@aol.com.
Fees/Dues: Free
Eligibility/ Membership Information:
Year Established:
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD SENIOR CENTER
Street Address: 100 Mona Terrace
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: Claire Grace, Director, 203-256-3169
Contact Phone Number: 203-256-3166
Fax: 203-254-7530
Email Address: cgrace@town.fairfield.ct.us
Internet Address: http://www.fairfieldct.org/senior.htm
Meetings/Days & Hours: 9 - 3:30 Monday thru Friday
Meetings Open to Public: Yes
Description of Organization and Activities::
The Senior Center offers a wide variety of programs and services including speakers and workshops on issues of interest
Fees/Dues: 0
Eligibility/Membership Information: 55 YRS. AND OVER
Year Established:
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization: FAIRFIELD THEATRE COMPANY
Street Address: 70 Sanford St
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact: (203) 319-1404 Administrative Offices
Fax: 203-259-1747
Email Address:info@fairfieldtheatre.org
Internet Address: http://www.fairfieldtheatre.org
Meetings/Days & Hours: n/a
Meetings Open to Public: n/a
Description of Organization and Activities:
Theatre presenting live entertainment at StageOne in Fairfield and The Klein Auditorium in Bridgeport.
Fees/Dues: n/a
Eligibility/Membership Information: n/a
Year Established: 2000
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD WOMAN'S CLUB
Street Address: P.O. Box 284
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824-0284
Contact: Lois Smith
Contact Phone Number: 203-254-7100, ext 112
Fax:
Email Address: lois.smith@cbmoves.com
Internet Address:
Meetings/Days & Hours: 1st Monday each month September thru May @7:30 p.m. Birdcraft Museum, 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT
Meetings Open to Public: Yes
Description of Organization and Activities::
Serves the needs of the community and state in addition to providing educational and recreational opportunities for its members.
Fees/Dues: $30.00/YR.
Eligibility/Membership Information: All women over 18
Year Established: 1934, federated 1944
Updated: November, 2011
Club/Organization:
THE FAIRFIELD WOMEN'S EXCHANGE
Street Address: 332 Pequot Ave
City/State/Zipcode: Southport, CT 06890
Contact:
Contact Phone Number: 203-259 -5138
Fax:
Email Address:
Internet Address:
Meetings/Days & Hours: Mon, 1pm - 4:30pm; Tue - Fri, 9:30am - 4:30pm; Sat, 9:30am - 4pm
Meetings Open to Public:
Description of Organization and Activities::
(From a statement provided in August, 2004).
The Fairfield women's Exchange, founded in 1962 is a non-profit organization managed and staffed by volunteers. All profits are donated to local services that benefit the mental and physical health of women and children. The exchange also serves consignors by providing a marketplace for art, antiques, and handiwork. Our customers and the dedication of our volunteer staff make this contribution to our community possible.
Fees/Dues:
Eligibility/Membership Information:
Year Established: 1962
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIRFIELD YMCA
Street Address: 841 Old Post Rd
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06430
Contact: Nicholas Willett, Executive Director
Contact Phone Number: 203-255-2834
Fax: 203-259-7744
Email Address:fairfieldinfo@cccymca.org
Internet Address: http://www.cccymca.org/locations/fairfield
Meetings/Days & Hours: OPEN:Sunday: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday: 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Thursday: 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Friday: 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Meetings Open to Public: no
Description of Organization and Activities::
The Y is a cause-driven organization that is for youth development, for healthy living and for social responsibility. That’s because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.
Fees/Dues: varies with membership
Eligibility/Membership Information: YMCA offers the following memberships: adult, senior, family, college and youth
Year Established:
Updated: October, 2011
Club/Organization:
FAIR TV - PUBLIC ACCESS
Street Address: 725 Old Post Road, Sullivan Independence Hall, Lower Level (Information Technology Department)
City/State/Zipcode: Fairfield, CT 06824
Contact:
Contact Phone Number:
FAX:
Email Address: For channel 78: fairtveducation@gmail.com, For Channel 79: fairtvgovernment@gmail.com
Internet Address: http://fairtv.pegcentral.com
Meetings/Days & Hours:
Meetings Open to Public:
Description of Organization and Activities:
Volunteer Committee overseeing the development and operation of educational and government access television programming for Fairfield on Ch 78 (FairTV:Education) and Channel 79, (FairTV: Government). All operations are paid for through federally mandated PEG fees (Public access, Educational & Government access) included in subscribers monthly bills. In 2008, State Legislation (PL 08-159) provided for development of town-specific educational and government channels funded by a small part of these PEG fees distributed via regional grant process.
Fees/Dues: n/a
Eligibility/ Membership Information: Volunteers to work on a host of FairTV projects are warmly welcomed!
Year Established: Officially by Board of Selectmen 2008
Updated: October, 2011