Finance Committee

September 24, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ City Hall - Meeting Room

Public Safety and Human Services

September 24, 2019, 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ City Hall - Conference Room

Common Council

September 24, 2019, 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM @ City Hall - Council Chambers

Committee of the Whole

September 25, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Community and Economic Development Authority

September 26, 2019, 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Fitchburg Farmers Market

September 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Agora Pavilion

Locally sourced, quality products every Thursday. Plenty of free parking!

Movie: Good Night and Good Luck

September 22, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Meeting Room

Banned Books Week starts today, and this film considers related films such as censorship and freedom of the press. Starring George Clooney and David Straithaim, this 2005 movie chronicles CBS news's Edward R. Murrrow and his batttle against Senator Joseph McCarthy's communist hunts in the 1950s. (PG, 93 minutes)

Knit Club

September 25, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Library Meeting Room

Looking for a knitting group to join? Whether you're new to knitting or have years of experience, stop by the library's meeting room for a social evening of knitting and learning new knitting techniques. Please bring your own supplies and join the fun!

In the News

September 28, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library

Join us for coffee and discussion of current events. This will be an ongoing program and will occur every third Saturday. There will be a new topic each week and select readings will be suggested but you are welcome bring you own as well.

Picky Eating: How to Get off the Mealtime Struggle Bus

September 29, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library

Your child used to eat everything and now he won’t touch a thing! This is completely normal, but it doesn’t have to stay this way or ruin your family’s mealtime experience. During this presentation,registered dietitian nutritionist Kara Hoerr will help you learn why kids may become more selective as they grow older, phrases to avoid saying to your child, how to respond when your child throws another tantrum at the dinner table, and practical tips to change your selective eater into an adventurous eater.

Preschool Storytime

September 23, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Preschool storytime is a 30 minute program for those who are able to sit through longer stories and participate in more advanced activities. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities. Suggested for children ages 2-5. To maximize enjoyment for yourself and others, please follow age recommendations. No registration is required.

Preschool Storytime

September 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Preschool storytime is a 30 minute program for those who are able to sit through longer stories and participate in more advanced activities. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities. Suggested for children ages 2-5. To maximize enjoyment for yourself and others, please follow age recommendations. No registration is required.

Lapsit Storytime

September 24, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

A 20-minute storytime for babies and toddlers featuring stories, songs, bounces, and rhymes. Followed by a 15-minute social time for caregivers and playtime for babies and toddlers. No registration is required.

Toddler Art

September 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library

Explore and play with fun art materials! Children will practice fine motor skills as they engage in process art or create crafts. Parents are encouraged to stop in at various times throughout the hour. Be prepared to get messy! Please bring smocks or "messy clothes" for your child. For children ages 1-3.

STEAM Power

September 26, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library

Join us at the library for a STEAM Power storytime and exploration. We will have a short storytime then explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math based on the themes in the books. Ages 2-5

Bouncing Babies

September 26, 2019, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

This program will have lap rhymes, songs, stories and fun! After the program, enjoy social time with other parents/caregivers and tummy time for the babies. This program is ideal for prewalkers, starting at birth.

Circuits: Squishy and Snap

September 28, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Are your kids interested in learning how electronics work? If so, Circuit Science could be the perfect program! During the Circuit Science program, kids will have the opportunity to construct a circuit projects using Snap Circuits or Squishy Circuits! Children’s staff will be around to help. Space is limited for this program, intended for kids ages 5-12. Kids ages 5-8 will require parent guidance during the program. Registration required. Please call the Youth Services Desk at 608-729-1762.

Preschool Storytime

September 30, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Preschool storytime is a 30 minute program for those who are able to sit through longer stories and participate in more advanced activities. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities. Suggested for children ages 2-5. To maximize enjoyment for yourself and others, please follow age recommendations. No registration is required.

Preschool Storytime

September 30, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Fitchburg Public Library Storytime Room

Preschool storytime is a 30 minute program for those who are able to sit through longer stories and participate in more advanced activities. Featuring stories, songs and movement activities. Suggested for children ages 2-5. To maximize enjoyment for yourself and others, please follow age recommendations. No registration is required.