FAIRFIELD — The historic Victor Grange has undergone another round of renovation work, this time by workers who refinished floor boards that are more than 100 years old.

The floors were sanded and a final coat of finish was applied last week, according to Barbara Bailey, who directs programs for the grange at 144 Oakland Road in Fairfield.

Much of the money for the $8,000 project was raised at two events held at the grange.

The organization was also able to obtain at no cost a box trailer to store everything while the floors were redone, and a moving company took the organization’s two pianos and stored them for free.

Volunteers came by about a week ago to move all the furniture out of the building. So many volunteers, Bailey said, that the whole process took just half an hour.

“I thought we would be there all afternoon, but it went like clockwork,” she said. “I was in shock.”

Bailey said organizers are hoping to move the furniture back into the building this week.

The floors are the latest renovation project in an ongoing effort to update the building and keep it in sound condition. The organization last year was able to add a parking lot next door and insulate the building, which allowed it to remain open through the winter for the first time.

In addition to regular events at the grange, Bailey said planning is underway to hold several special events this fall, including a community celebration day with free food as thanks for the support for the grange over the years.

The grange was originally formed as a society for farmers in the region. It now serves multiple purposes, including providing a social space for seniors and offering exercise classes and space to work on crafts.

The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted the activities for a while, Bailey said, but people were eager to return.

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