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Monday, September 2Closed

Old Lyme PGN Library

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Tuesday, September 35:00—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, September 37:00—8:30 PMVirtual

Contemporary Classics With Marsha Bansavage

Contemporary Classics 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. Registration required to receive the link for this virtual program. Tuesday, September 3 : Tom Lake by Ann PatchettMonday, October 7: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBrideMonday, November 4: No Two Persons by Erica BauermeisterMonday, December 9: All the Beauty in the World by Patrick BringleyJanuary - No meeting.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 41:00—3:45 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, September 46:30—8:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Modern Calligraphy Workshop

Modern Calligraphy WorkshopCome learn the popular and playful Modern Calligraphy! Taught by calligrapher, Debby Reelitz. You will learn where this style comes from, strategies on how to create this lettering style and projects to use the skills you have learned. No experience necessary! Space is limited, registration required.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 511:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's Wee Readers

Phoebe's Wee ReadersJoin Miss Meg for stories and songs, followed by free play! Open to infants and toddlers ages 3 and under.  

Thursday, September 512:30—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, September 610:00—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

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, September 64:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Preschool Dance Party!

Preschool Dance Party!Meet up with your new classmates and learn about the collaboration between Center School and the library! Meet Miss Meg, sign up for your library card, and wiggle your sillies out with friends!
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Monday, September 95:30—6:15 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

PJ Story Time

PJ Story TimeJoin Miss Meg for stories and play time with friends. Wear your comfiest pj's and take home the perfect bedtime book!
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Tuesday, September 102:00—3:00 PMVirtual

Capturing the Human Drama of 9/11 and D-Day Through Oral History with Garrett Graff

Capturing the Human Drama of 9/11 and D-Day Through Oral History with Garrett GraffDon’t forget to register for this incredibly moving virtual chat with New York Times bestselling author Garrett Graff! An expert at capturing the human drama, Graff will speak about his body of work with particular focus on his oral histories, The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 and When the Sea Came Alive: An Oral History of D-Day.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 1110:00 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, September 111:00—3:45 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, September 116:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

CANCELED - Transform Your Love Story: Unlocking Communication Secrets for a Better Bond

In this engaging program, Dr. Kristin Barnhart will share valuable insights on enhancing communication in relationships. Whether you’re a parent, dating, or married, this event is tailored to help you navigate the complexities of communication with ease and confidence.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 1211:00 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, September 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's Wee Readers

Phoebe's Wee ReadersJoin Miss Meg for stories and songs, followed by free play! Open to infants and toddlers ages 3 and under.  
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Friday, September 1310:00—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

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!
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Saturday, September 1411:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Dungeon Master Bootcamp

Ben and Maggie, local experts at leading campaigns and teaching others how to as well, will host and answer all questions about the best ways to get started as a Dungeon Master.  Registration Required. For grades 7-12.
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Monday, September 16All DayMain EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

4th Annual Houseplant Giveaway

Join us in celebrating National Houseplant Week starting on Monday, September 16, 2024!  In collaboration with the Duck River Garden Club, we will be offering free houseplants and cuttings during the week  of September 16, 2024 until they all find new homes.…Learn More

Monday, September 165:30—6:15 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Voter Registration PJ Story Time

Voter Registration PJ Story TimeJoin Miss Meg for stories and play time with friends. Wear your comfiest pj's and take home the perfect bedtime book! We will read stories that help us understand the voting process and parents can fill out voter registration forms!
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Tuesday, September 17All DayMain EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

4th Annual Houseplant Giveaway

Join us in celebrating National Houseplant Week starting on Monday, September 16, 2024!  In collaboration with the Duck River Garden Club, we will be offering free houseplants and cuttings during the week  of September 16, 2024 until they all find new homes.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 172:30—3:00 PMYoung AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Orientation for Fall Volunteers

Interested Teens entering grade 7 and above are invited to sign up for their fall volunteer schedule, meet their colleagues, and learn about upcoming volunteer projects.  For incoming, returning, and current volunteers.  Visit http://oldlyme. lioninc.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 175:00—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, September 175:00—6:00 PMYoung AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Those in grades 10 and up are invited to meet bi-monthly to work with their creative peers and Teen Librarian, Nike. This is an opportunity to brainstorm improvements to Library offerings, implement programs collaboratively, work on self-directed projects, and be a mentor to younger volunteers.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 18All DayMain EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

4th Annual Houseplant Giveaway

Join us in celebrating National Houseplant Week starting on Monday, September 16, 2024!  In collaboration with the Duck River Garden Club, we will be offering free houseplants and cuttings during the week  of September 16, 2024 until they all find new homes.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 1810:30 AM—12:00 PMMain EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Project Paws Therapy Dog Visit

Project Paws Therapy Dog VisitCome 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 More

Wednesday, September 181:00—3:45 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, September 182:00—3:00 PMVirtual

Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World–with Nate Klemp, PhD

Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World–with Nate Klemp, PhDJoin us as New York Times bestselling author and philosopher Nate Klemp helps us explore pathways back to openminded living when he talks to us about the core tenets in his new book Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World. With the avalanche of information we get every day, closing down our minds and hearts seems to be the only way to survive.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 186:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Faraway Fiction Book Chat

Faraway Fiction Book ChatFaraway Fiction Book Club - Embark on a new adventure with each book! A book chat for lovers of Sci-Fi and Fantasy. Selected Title: Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman
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Thursday, September 19All DayMain EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

4th Annual Houseplant Giveaway

Join us in celebrating National Houseplant Week starting on Monday, September 16, 2024!  In collaboration with the Duck River Garden Club, we will be offering free houseplants and cuttings during the week  of September 16, 2024 until they all find new homes.…Learn More

Thursday, September 1911:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's Wee Readers

Phoebe's Wee ReadersJoin Miss Meg for stories and songs, followed by free play! Open to infants and toddlers ages 3 and under.  

Thursday, September 1912:30—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, September 20All DayMain EntranceOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

4th Annual Houseplant Giveaway

Join us in celebrating National Houseplant Week starting on Monday, September 16, 2024!  In collaboration with the Duck River Garden Club, we will be offering free houseplants and cuttings during the week  of September 16, 2024 until they all find new homes.…Learn More

Friday, September 2010:00—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

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!
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Saturday, September 217:00—8:00 PMVirtual

A Deep Dive in Character Development with Global Sensation Liane Moriarty

A Deep Dive in Character Development with Global Sensation Liane MoriartyIf you knew your future, would you try to fight fate? If you were told you only had a certain amount of time left to live, would you do things differently? Would you try to dodge your destiny? Join us as we chat with mega-bestselling author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel Here One Moment.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 221:00—3:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Service DeskOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Banned Books Week: Read In to Speak Out

Banned Books Week: Read In to Speak OutWe're kicking off the American Library Association's Banned Books Week with a community wide Read-In event. Choose a book- banned, challenged or any book at all and celebrate fREADom! Refreshments, door prizes and activity stations will be available. All ages welcome and no registration required.
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Monday, September 235:30—6:15 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Banned Books PJ Story Time

Banned Books PJ Story TimeJoin Miss Meg for stories and play time with friends. Wear your comfiest pj's and take home the perfect bedtime book!
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Wednesday, September 2510:00 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, September 251:00—3:45 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, September 256:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Guest Speaker Lindsay Delligan: Book Bans, Censorship, and You

Guest Speaker Lindsay Delligan: Book Bans, Censorship, and YouJoin us for a presentation and discussion with Lindsay Delligan, co-chair of Connecticut Library Association’s Intellectual Freedom Committee. Lindsay will go over recent trends in book bans and book challenges across the country, as well as new state laws and recent lawsuits aimed at protecting your First Amendment rights.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 2611:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Phoebe's Wee Readers

Phoebe's Wee ReadersJoin Miss Meg for stories and songs, followed by free play! Open to infants and toddlers ages 3 and under.  

Thursday, September 2612:30—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, September 266:00—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Banned Books Week: Jeopardy

Banned Books Week: JeopardyPick up a Banned Books info packet curated by Teen Volunteers, come to the Intellectual Freedom info session on Wednesday Night hosted by Lindsay Delligan, and then… test your Banned Book knowledge at an evening of Banned Books Jeopardy! Registration required.…Learn More
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Friday, September 2710:00—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

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!
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Monday, September 305:30—6:15 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

PJ Story Time

Join Miss Meg for stories and play time with friends. Wear your comfiest pj's and take home the perfect bedtime book!