Small business owners and entrepreneurs in Fairfield can explore practical ways to use artificial intelligence (AI) at an upcoming hands-on workshop hosted by SCORE and sponsored by the Fairfield Public Library.
Learning to Use Generative AI to Create Business Solutions (Hands-On Workshop 2) will take place on Monday, November 16, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Fairfield Public Library, 1080 Old Post Road. The workshop is free to attend.
Designed for participants who already have a basic understanding of AI, the session will explore how generative AI tools can help businesses improve productivity, streamline operations, strengthen customer engagement, and support better decision-making.
Participants will work through practical exercises covering topics such as:
Creating marketing content and professional business documents
Writing effective AI prompts
Generating sales emails and proposals
Exploring customer service chatbot examples
Analyzing business data with AI
Identifying opportunities to save time and reduce costs
The workshop will be led by Sharon Govada, a data science professional with experience in computer science, natural language processing, and AI-powered technologies.
Attendees should bring a laptop, charger, and access to their email. Participants are encouraged to set up free accounts for ChatGPT, Google Gemini or Microsoft Copilot, as well as Canva, before attending.
Event Details
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Location: Fairfield Public Library, 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT
Cost: Free
Registration is available through SCORE.
This workshop offers Fairfield-area business owners an opportunity to build practical AI skills and explore how these tools can support their day-to-day business needs.
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Mark S. Barnhart
Director, Community & Economic Development
Town of Fairfield