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Monday, July 12:00—3:00 PMLibrary LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Family Garden Time
July 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd we will gather in the garden for a fun activity and a chance to explore the library's garden!2
Tuesday, July 210:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Adventures in Art Series: Eric Carle
Inspired by Art Series: Eric Carle3
Wednesday, July 310:30—11:00 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Movement Class for Kids
Join Miss Colleen from Dance Dynamics Studios in Old Saybrook for a movement class! Recommended for ages 3-8.Wednesday, July 31:00—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 play the American version.
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Thursday, July 4Closed
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Friday, July 510:00—10:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Library LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Morning Meditation
Join 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!6
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Monday, July 82:00—3:00 PMLibrary LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Family Garden Time
July 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd we will gather in the garden for a fun activity and a chance to explore the library's garden!Monday, July 85:30—11:45 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Bring your stuffed animal to the library for an overnight adventure! Drop off your friend before 5:30pm on Monday, July 8 and pick them up on Tuesday, July 9 between noon and 7pm.Monday, July 86:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
RESCHEDULED: Competitive College Admissions: What’s new for this year? - presented by Big Green Co
UPDATE: PROGRAM WILL BE RESCHEDULEDIf you'd like to be notified of the new date, email Nike at: ndesis@oldlymelibrary. orgFree workshop for high school students and parents. . Learn tips and strategies for applying to competitive colleges in 2024/2025. Topics include: Why the SAT is more important than ever, Which extracurriculars help your application and which ones don’t, What are top colleges really looking for, The pros and cons of applying Early Decision, How to make your college essays stand out from the crowd, etc.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 910:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Adventures in Art Series: Mo Willems
Adventures in Art Series: Mo WillemsTuesday, July 92:00—3:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Author Talk with Kate DiCamillo
Join us for a visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson! Newbery Medal winning author Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind the creation of her early chapter book series, the original Mercy Watson, and the follow up series, Tales from Deckawoo Drive.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 93:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Summer Stitch Club
Practice hands-on skills, meet new people, and make something fun and functional! Summer Stitch Club will offer a new activity every session as well visiting artists sharing their unique expertise. Projects include: pet toy, pencil case, plushie , embroidered patch, and visible mending (darning) Individual registration required for each activity.…Learn More
Tuesday, July 95:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Writers' Studio
This 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 More10
Wednesday, July 1010:00 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, July 1010:30 AM—12:00 PMMain EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Project Paws Therapy Dog Visit
Come meet therapy dog Nemo, a 3-year-old black lab mix.
Nemo is a certified therapy dog. He and his owner/handler, Dawn, work with Project Paws, the Tim Buckley Project whose mission is to foster the therapeutic benefits of the human-animal bond and impact social-emotional learning for youth.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 101:00—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 play the American version.
Wednesday, July 106:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Songwriting Workshop
Interested in learning to write music and lyrics? Join us for a two session songwriting workshop with songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Joe Flood. Joe will provide an introduction to the craft of songwriting in the first session and allow participants to share and critique their work in the second session.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity 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. If you have any questions please feel free to call the library, 860-434-1684.
Thursday, July 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Wee Readers
Join Miss Meg for stories and songs, followed by free play! Open to infants and toddlers ages 3 and under. Thursday, July 114:30—5:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Italian Conversation Class with Giovanna
Are you curious about learning the basics of Italian language and culture? Then this class is for you! Designed to provide an opportunity to learn basic Italian language skills, it’s perfect for beginners who have little or no prior experience.…Learn More
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Friday, July 1210:00—10:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Library LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Morning Meditation
Join 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, July 122:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Michele Urban Music
Enjoy the music of Michele Urban!Friday, July 127:00—9:00 PMTrail 53 Observatory
Observe the Night Sky with Lyme Land Trust
Join the Lyme Land Trust at the Observatory at Trail 53 for this youth program!Sign up at https://www. lymelandtrust. org/astronomy-events/13
Saturday, July 13All DayChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
LEGO Day
All day LEGO building fun!Saturday, July 136:00—8:00 PMLibrary PatioOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
POSTPONED! Musical Bingo
Musical Bingo has been postponed due to minimal ticket sales. We will try it again soon!14
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Monday, July 152:00—3:00 PMLibrary LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Family Garden Time
July 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd we will gather in the garden for a fun activity and a chance to explore the library's garden!16
Tuesday, July 1610:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Adventures in Art: Lois Ehlert
Adventures in Art Summer SeriesTuesday, July 161:15—3:15 PMStudy Room 2Old Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
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Tuesday, July 162:00—3:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Author Talk with Max Brallier
Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both the book series and the animated series on Netflix. In this virtual event, Max will share how he came up with the different monsters and villains as well as the unique ways that Jack and his friends figure out to defeat them.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 163:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Summer Stitch Club
Practice hands-on skills, meet new people, and make something fun and functional! Summer Stitch Club will offer a new activity every session as well visiting artists sharing their unique expertise. Projects include: pet toy, pencil case, plushie , embroidered patch, and visible mending (darning) Individual registration required for each activity.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 171:00—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 play the American version.
Wednesday, July 173:00—6:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Pokémon Day
Join us for all things Pokémon! Crafts! Games! Bring your cards and trade with your friends!Wednesday, July 176:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Faraway Fiction Book Chat
Faraway Fiction Book Club - Embark on a new adventure with each book! A book chat for lovers of Sci-Fi and Fantasy. Selected Title: Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi.18
Thursday, July 1811:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Wee Readers
Join Miss Meg for stories and songs, followed by free play! Open to infants and toddlers ages 3 and under. Thursday, July 1812:30—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, July 184:30—5:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Italian Conversation Class with Giovanna
Are you curious about learning the basics of Italian language and culture? Then this class is for you! Designed to provide an opportunity to learn basic Italian language skills, it’s perfect for beginners who have little or no prior experience.…Learn More
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Friday, July 1910:00—10:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Library LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Morning Meditation
Join 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!20
Saturday, July 2011:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Books and Banter (plus Boba Tea!) Book Club
If you like: Books, movies, TV Shows, art, all of the above. .. Then join us at the library for our second meeting of Books and Banter, a book club created by a Teen for Teens!Chat about your current reads/watches AND make fun art like Zines, bookmark decorating, pin making, and more!If you're looking for book recommendations and want to meet other local readers your age, this is the place to be.…Learn More
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Monday, July 222:00—3:00 PMLibrary LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Family Garden Time
July 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd we will gather in the garden for a fun activity and a chance to explore the library's garden!23
Tuesday, July 2310:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Adventures in Art Series: Oliver Jeffers
Adventures in Art Series: Oliver JeffersTuesday, July 232:00—3:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Author Talk with Elizabeth Acevedo
You’re invited to learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo! In this exciting author conversation and Q&A, Acevedo will provide a short reading from her National Book Award winning and New York Times bestselling novel-in-verse, The Poet X serving as the backdrop to this amazing chat!
The Poet X is about an Afro-Latina heroine who tells her story with blazing words and powerful truth.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 233:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Summer Stitch Club
Practice hands-on skills, meet new people, and make something fun and functional! Summer Stitch Club will offer a new activity every session as well visiting artists sharing their unique expertise. Projects include: pet toy, pencil case, plushie , embroidered patch, and visible mending (darning) Individual registration required for each activity.…Learn More
Tuesday, July 235:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Writers' Studio
This 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 More24
Wednesday, July 2410:00 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, July 241:00—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 play the American version.
Wednesday, July 242:00—3:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
CANCELED - Explore the Solar System!
Learn about the solar system in this fun, interactive workshop sponsored by the Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Club!Wednesday, July 246:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Songwriting Workshop
Interested in learning to write music and lyrics? Join us for a two session songwriting workshop with songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Joe Flood. Joe will provide an introduction to the craft of songwriting in the first session and allow participants to share and critique their work in the second session.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Wee Readers
Join Miss Meg for stories and songs, followed by free play! Open to infants and toddlers ages 3 and under. Thursday, July 2512:30—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, July 254:30—5:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Italian Conversation Class with Giovanna
Are you curious about learning the basics of Italian language and culture? Then this class is for you! Designed to provide an opportunity to learn basic Italian language skills, it’s perfect for beginners who have little or no prior experience.…Learn More
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Friday, July 26All DayChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
LEGO Day
All day LEGO building fun!Friday, July 2610:00—10:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Library LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Morning Meditation
Join 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!27
Saturday, July 2711:00 AM—1:00 PMLawn @ Florence Griswold Museum
Screen Printing at Midsummer Festival
Don’t miss the print your own limited edition Library Tshirt event at Midsummer Festival!Find the Library's pop up print shop at the:ROGER TORY PETERSON ESTUARY CENTER
We will be revealing this year’s exclusive print, created by Kate Frostbourne.…Learn More28
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Monday, July 293:00—5:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Reading Marathon
Reading Marathon! Pick a book or several and settle in for a fun reading event in the Community Room. Participants are welcome to bring blankets and pillows or whatever else they need to get cozy for this fun chance to read quietly with friends! 30
Tuesday, July 3010:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Adventures in Art Series: The Olympics!
Adventures in Art Series: Olympics SessionTuesday, July 302:00—3:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Author Talk with Dan Santat
Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels. His winning book, A First Time for Everything, is a graphic memoir based on his own awkward middle school years and the trip to Europe that changed his life.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 303:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Summer Stitch Club
Practice hands-on skills, meet new people, and make something fun and functional! Summer Stitch Club will offer a new activity every session as well visiting artists sharing their unique expertise. Projects include: pet toy, pencil case, plushie , embroidered patch, and visible mending (darning) Individual registration required for each activity.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 3111:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Meigs Point Wide World of Animals
Meigs Point will present an Olympic program: Wide World of Animals! Come ready to run and jump in a variety of Olympic-style events. Note: there are no live animals at this program. Wednesday, July 311:00—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 play the American version.