Youth Services
The Beanery
The Beanery is a high school nightclub on Old Dam Road, next to the Tennis Center, that showcases local and neighboring town bands. Shows run during the school year every other Friday from 7:30 - 11:00 pm. Admission is paid at the door, $3.00 & up. All proceeds from the Beanery benefit the Jacky Durrell Service Award Scholarship. This past year, we awarded four, $1000 scholarships to Fairfield graduates. Call 256-3144, press 2 for Beanery shows and updates. Bands can obtain booking information by calling 256-3191.
Town Youth Council
The Town Youth Council is an advisory board, comprised of High School students from each grade level led by the Recreation Department's Youth Services Coordinator, Ginna Paules. The council meets on Monday evenings, twice a month to plan and implement programs and discuss issues pertaining to Fairfield youth. A council member serves all 4 years and also donates his or her time to help run various programs and special events such as a Holiday Breakfast, the Annual Easter Egg Hunt and the Beach Fest.
Town Youth Council Application - Fairfield Residents Only
Volunteer Referral Program For High School Students
High School students interested in volunteering in fun, rewarding programs are encouraged to call the Parks and Recreation Department at 203-256-3191 and speak to Ginna Paules. Volunteer program times vary and range from working with pre-school children to senior citizens. A list of opportunities and organizations will be provided for you to contact. Volunteer age restrictions may apply.
Volunteer Opportunities Wanted. If you or your organization has a program or activity that is in need of volunteers, please contact Ginna Paules at the Parks and Recreation Department, 203-256-3191.
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Fairfield Counseling Services
125 Penfield Road, Fairfield - 203-255-5777
Counseling Services for Youth, Adults and Families
Individual and family therapy provided by professionals for the purpose of addressing and resolving concerns of adolescents and their families. These concerns could be, but are not limited to, peer pressure, behavioral adjustment, school concerns, depression, anxiety, drugs and alcohol, abuse and neglect and eating disorders. Available for ages 13 - 18. Sliding scale fee and insurance is accepted. Services are confidential. Referral services are available.
THE GETAWAY
The Getaway is a weekly social group for any 9th-12th grade FHS student ~ talking, listening, & sharing on whatever topics arise. From shallow, crazy, & hysterical to deep, personal, and powerful. It's like what you experience when you hang out with your friends and talk about what's on your mind. You can just listen, share your opinion, or offer your advice ~ it's quite interesting to see what your peers have to say when they have the platform to say it! Music always playing and snacks served!! As one Junior from Ludlowe summed it up, "It's an amazing teen group where nothing BUT being yourself is in. "EXACT words from your peers.“A lot of fun, Relaxed, Genuine, Insightful, Thought Provoking, Very Exciting, Intriguing, Awesome, Positive, Open, Interesting, Eye Opening, Thrilling, A Pleasant Surprise, Fabulous, Wonderful, Easy to Express Yourself, Amazing, Entertaining, Joyful, Great, Helpful” A valuable program to build your resume for work and college. Call Jen at 203-345-7329 or email Porcalana@aol.com for more info. Posts weekly on Facebook Events.
~What should I be but just what I am ~
Meets every Tuesday from 7:00 – 9:00 pm
at the Recreation Department, 75 Mill Plain Road.
BEANERY ADVISORY COUNCIL
If you’re a high school student interested in music and planning events for your peers join the Beanery Advisory Council. Have a say in what’s going on at the Beanery! Plan events, recruit bands, promote shows and more. All members will receive a Beanery T-shirt and recognition for their service hours. Monthly meetings will take place at the Beanery and the Recreation Department on Monday evenings from 6:00 – 6:45 pm, October - April, schedule T.B.D.
Pre-registration is required. Mondays, Course # 687
Inclement Weather? For cancellation of games, classes, events or field closures, call our cancellation hotline at (203) 256-3144.
For more information call Fairfield Parks & Recreation at (203) 256-3191. Fully completed registrations may be turned in at the front desk of the Recreation Center located at 75 Mill Plain Road.
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