December 2023

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Friday, December 112:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Friday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):Original birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Friday, December 15:00—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Main EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's BookCellar Holiday Sale

Community Room: Sale features gift quality and collectible books, DVDs, and CDs, plus historical town maps. BookCellar: Everything 1/2 price. Complimentary refreshments will be served. Accepting cash and checks only.…Learn More

Friday, December 15:00—7:30 PMService DeskOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Live Seasonal Music: Ramblin' Dan Stevens and the Mellow Men

Live Seasonal Music: Ramblin' Dan Stevens and the Mellow MenJoin us to kick off Phoebe's BookCellar's Annual Holiday Sale in style! Ramblin' Dan Stevens and the Mellow Men will be playing live seasonal music in the library. Come listen while you shop the sales and enjoy complimentary refreshments!
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Saturday, December 29:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Main EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's BookCellar Holiday Sale

Community Room: Sale features gift quality and collectible books, DVDs, and CDs, plus historical town maps.  BookCellar: Everything 1/2 price. Complimentary refreshments will be served. Accepting cash and checks only.

Saturday, December 29:00 AM—1:00 PM1898 Reading RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Free Pictures with Santa!

Free Pictures with Santa!Come and get your picture taken for free with the jolly man himself, Santa! Don't forget to check out Phoebe's BookCellar's Annual Holiday Sale while you're at it.  
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Monday, December 47:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Virtual Author Talk with Victoria Aveyard

Virtual Author Talk with Victoria AveyardJoin us as the instant #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Red Queen and Realm Breaker series, Victoria Aveyard, chats with us about YA fantasy fiction, world-building, and her incredible body of work! In the bestselling series Realm Breaker, a strange darkness grows in Allward even Corayne an-Amarat can feel it in her small town at the edge of the sea.…Learn More

Monday, December 47:00—8:30 PMVirtual

Contemporary Classics Book Discussion with Marsha Bansavage

Contemporary Classics Book Discussion with Marsha BansavageContemporary Classics Book Discussion is let by Marsha Bansavage and usually takes place on the first Monday of the month. Multiple copies of the selected book are available. Please call the library (860-434-1684) or email Linda Alexander (lalexander@oldlymelibrary.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 55:00—6:30 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Tuesday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):One passport photoOriginal birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 55:00—6:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Teen Advisory Board

Those in grades 9 and up are invited to meet bi-monthly to work with their creative peers and Teen Librarian, Nike. This is an opportunity to get involved in the Library’s various services, brainstorm improvements to Teen offerings and implement programs.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 56:00—7:00 PMArt Exhibit WallOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Service DeskOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

iPhone Photography Community Exhibit: Reception

Join us for a reception to view and celebrate the exceptional work of community members who participated in Fred Verillo's iPhone Photography Workshop. Light refreshments will be served.  
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Wednesday, December 612:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Wednesday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):One passport photoOriginal birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 61:00—4:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

MahJongg Club

Come on your own or partner up to play this exciting game! Mahjongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is commonly played with four players. There are multiple ways to play; we plan the American version.
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Thursday, December 711:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's Wee Readers Playgroup Winter Session 1

An informal drop-in playgroup for children ages 3 and under. Free coffee for caretakers! Option to sign up for our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program. Board books and toys available each week. No registration required.

Thursday, December 712:30—4:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Senior Center Duplicate Bridge

The Senior Center Duplicate Bridge group is meeting at the Library during the Senior Center building project. This weekly group is open to newcomers who are familiar with playing duplicate bridge.  
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Friday, December 812:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Friday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):Original birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Friday, December 82:30—3:30 PMStudy Room 1Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Study Room 2Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Homework Helpers

Friendly and patient High School volunteers will be on hand to assist with homework assignments for grades 6-8.  Talk out a math problem or confirm your spelling with someone who’s been there before! This is a student-led offering, find your Homework Helper by checking in at the Teen Room.
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Saturday, December 911:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Dungeons and Dragons Intro Meeting

This is an introductory meeting for folks interested in helping to establish a Dungeon and Dragons (and/or or other Role Playing Games) meet up group. This introductory group is for interested players to meet each other, no matter their experience level.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 122:00—3:00 PMVirtual

Virtual Author Talk with Stephanie Land

Virtual Author Talk with Stephanie LandYou’re invited to an afternoon chat with New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Land as she talks to us about her new memoir, Class: A Memoir of Motherhood, Hunger, and Higher Education. When Stephanie Land set out to write her first book, a memoir titled Maid, she never could have imagined what was to come.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 125:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Writers' Studio

Writers' StudioThis group is open to writers who wish to prepare their material for submission to established publishers, magazines, or self-publishing. The focus will be on non-fiction like memoirs or articles, and narrative fiction. At the meetings, authors can read their material for ten minutes and then get feedback from the group.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 125:00—6:30 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Tuesday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):One passport photoOriginal birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 126:30—7:30 PM1898 Reading RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Holiday Music Program for Kids from 1 to 92

Holiday Music Program for Kids from 1 to 92Join us for a special musical program with Tim Baffaro. He will sing, play the trumpet, and use many festive props. Come sing along as he puts on a show that is sure to get the whole family in the holiday spirit. Refreshments provided.
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Wednesday, December 1310:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Senior Center Knit-Wits Knitting Circle

The Senior Center Knit-Wits knitting group is meeting at the Library during the Senior Center building project. This group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month is open to newcomers.   

Wednesday, December 1312:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Wednesday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):One passport photoOriginal birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 131:00—4:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

MahJongg Club

Come on your own or partner up to play this exciting game! Mahjongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is commonly played with four players. There are multiple ways to play; we plan the American version.

Wednesday, December 133:30—5:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Community RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Wonka Wonderland: After School Movie Screening

Wonka Wonderland: After School Movie ScreeningWill you win a golden ticket? We're celebrating all things sweet and chocolatey with a family friendly movie screening! Enjoy snacks and win tickets to see the new movie in theaters Friday, December 15th, 2023. See library website for film details.

Wednesday, December 136:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Dark Nonfiction Book Club

Dark Nonfiction Book ClubA book club for the morbidly curious. We will explore dark topics such as true crime, natural disasters, war stories, death and dying, manmade disasters, forensic science, burial and funerary practices, and cults.  December's book is Five Days at Memorial: Life and Death in a Storm-Ravaged Hospital by Sheri Fink "After Katrina struck and the floodwaters rose, the power failed, and the heat climbed, exhausted caregivers chose to designate certain patients last for rescue.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1411:00 AM—12:00 PMVirtual
Community RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's Morning Book Chat

Phoebe's Morning Book Chat takes place on the second Thursday of every month at 11:00 am. Multiple copies of the selected book are available. Please call the library (860-434-1684) or email Linda Alexander (lalexander@oldlymelibrary. org) to register for this virtual program.

Thursday, December 1411:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's Wee Readers Playgroup Winter Session 1

An informal drop-in playgroup for children ages 3 and under. Free coffee for caretakers! Option to sign up for our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program. Board books and toys available each week. No registration required.

Thursday, December 145:00—6:30 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Thursday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):Original birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Thursday, December 145:00—6:30 PMYoung AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Postponed! Heartstopper Fan Club

Postponed for now-  we will wait until we have more committed registrants and then reschedule!If you are interested in finding out the next time we do a Heartstopper event, email Nike at ndesis@oldlymelibrary. orgBegin the one week countdown until Volume 5 of the graphic novel is released! Enter to win your own copy, and put yourself on the holds list for a Library copy.…Learn More
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Friday, December 1512:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Friday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):Original birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Friday, December 152:30—3:30 PMStudy Room 1Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Study Room 2Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Homework Helpers

Friendly and patient High School volunteers will be on hand to assist with homework assignments for grades 6-8.  Talk out a math problem or confirm your spelling with someone who’s been there before! This is a student-led offering, find your Homework Helper by checking in at the Teen Room.
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Saturday, December 1611:00 AM—12:30 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Howliday Story Time

Howliday Story TimeJoin us for a special dog themed holiday story time with a few of our friends from Project Paws! Followed by 15 min time slots to read with a therapy dog.
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Tuesday, December 195:00—6:30 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Tuesday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):One passport photoOriginal birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 2012:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Wednesday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):One passport photoOriginal birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 201:00—4:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

MahJongg Club

Come on your own or partner up to play this exciting game! Mahjongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is commonly played with four players. There are multiple ways to play; we plan the American version.
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Thursday, December 2112:30—4:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Senior Center Duplicate Bridge

The Senior Center Duplicate Bridge group is meeting at the Library during the Senior Center building project. This weekly group is open to newcomers who are familiar with playing duplicate bridge.  

Thursday, December 215:00—6:30 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Thursday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):Original birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More
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Friday, December 2210:00—10:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Library LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

No Meeting for Holidays: Phoebe's Morning Meditation

No Meeting for Holidays: Phoebe's Morning MeditationJoin us in the native garden, weather permitting, or in the Community Room for a 20 minute recorded guided meditation. Bring your own blanket or cushion or use one of the chairs provided. Beginners welcome!

Friday, December 2212:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Friday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):Original birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Friday, December 222:30—3:30 PMStudy Room 1Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Study Room 2Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Homework Helpers

Friendly and patient High School volunteers will be on hand to assist with homework assignments for grades 6-8.  Talk out a math problem or confirm your spelling with someone who’s been there before! This is a student-led offering, find your Homework Helper by checking in at the Teen Room.
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Saturday, December 23Closed

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Sunday, December 24Closed

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Monday, December 25Closed

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Tuesday, December 265:00—6:30 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Tuesday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):One passport photoOriginal birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Senior Center Knit-Wits Knitting Circle

The Senior Center Knit-Wits knitting group is meeting at the Library during the Senior Center building project. This group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month is open to newcomers.   

Wednesday, December 2712:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Wednesday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):One passport photoOriginal birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 271:00—4:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

MahJongg Club

Come on your own or partner up to play this exciting game! Mahjongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is commonly played with four players. There are multiple ways to play; we plan the American version.
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Thursday, December 2812:30—4:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Senior Center Duplicate Bridge

The Senior Center Duplicate Bridge group is meeting at the Library during the Senior Center building project. This weekly group is open to newcomers who are familiar with playing duplicate bridge.  
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Friday, December 2910:00—10:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Library LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

No Meeting for Holidays: Phoebe's Morning Meditation

No Meeting for Holidays: Phoebe's Morning MeditationJoin us in the native garden, weather permitting, or in the Community Room for a 20 minute recorded guided meditation. Bring your own blanket or cushion or use one of the chairs provided. Beginners welcome!

Friday, December 2912:30—2:00 PMSmall Conference RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Passport - Friday

Forms must be completed ahead of time, forms are available at the library and from travel. state. gov. All applicants must appear in person, including children. Adults (Ages 16 & Over):Original birth certificate (with raised seal), social security number, OR naturalization certificate, OR old passport.…Learn More

Friday, December 292:30—3:30 PMStudy Room 1Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Study Room 2Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Homework Helpers

Friendly and patient High School volunteers will be on hand to assist with homework assignments for grades 6-8.  Talk out a math problem or confirm your spelling with someone who’s been there before! This is a student-led offering, find your Homework Helper by checking in at the Teen Room.
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Saturday, December 30Closed

Old Lyme PGN Library

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Sunday, December 31Closed

Old Lyme PGN Library