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Monday, April 17:00—8:30 PMVirtual
Contemporary Classics Book Discussion with Marsha Bansavage
Contemporary 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 More2
Tuesday, April 22:00—3:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson
Virtually step into the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History with Curator Paula Johnson as she discusses the book Smithsonian American Table: The Foods, People, and Innovations That Feed Us.
American Table is a sweeping history of food and culture that summons everyone to the table for a fresh look at some of the people, ingredients, events, and movements that have shaped how and what we eat.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 25:00—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 More3
Wednesday, April 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 plan the American version.
Wednesday, April 36:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Introduction to Astrology
Learn the basics about astrology! What is it based on? How is it used to enhance peoples’ lives? Join us for this special talk with Shaman Moon Sebastian to expand your knowledge about this fascinating subject. All are welcome!4
Thursday, April 411:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Wee Readers
Join Meg for stories, songs, and play time! Ages 3 and under.
Thursday, April 412:30—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, April 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!Friday, April 52:30—4:30 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Homework Help
Fridays from 2:30-4:30Friendly and patient High School volunteers will be on hand to assist with homework assignments for those in grades 4-8. Talk out a math problem or confirm your spelling with someone who’s been there before! This is a student-led offering, schedule subject to change.
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Monday, April 81:00—2:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
LEGO Robotics Workshop
LEGO Robotics workshop led by Mike Gentry, a First LEGO League instructor and High School Robotics Team mentor!9
Tuesday, April 911:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
LEGO Robotics Workshop
LEGO robotics workshop led by Mike Gentry, First LEGO League instructor and High School Robotics Team mentor. Tuesday, April 92:00—3:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Author Talk with Diane Foley & Colum McCann
Join us for a one-of-a-kind conversation with National Book Award-winner Colum McCann as he is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book American Mother.
American Mother is the story of a mother who, in the course of confronting her son’s killer, gets to the elemental heart of violence and forgiveness.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 95:00—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, April 10All DayChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
LEGO Craft Day
Drop in all day to work on a variety of LEGO themed craftsWednesday, April 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, April 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, April 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 plan the American version.
Wednesday, April 102:00—3:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
CANCELED - Knitting 101
Learn knitting basics in this workshop meant for grades 3-5!Wednesday, April 106:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
About the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden
Join us for a fascinating chat with Jim Ward, president of the Lyme Old Lyme Food Share Garden! His talk will cover:A brief history of the gardenThe Food Share's accomplishments so farTheir farming philosophyWhat they grow and whyHow to get involvedPresented in partnership with the Old Lyme Conservation Commission.11
Thursday, April 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. Please call the library (860-434-1684) or email Linda Alexander (lalexander@oldlymelibrary. org) to register for this virtual program.…Learn More
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Friday, April 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, April 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Community RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Cool-ology STEAM LEGO Workshop
Cool-ology will be here with a LEGO STEAM workshop! Friday, April 122:30—4:30 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Homework Help
Fridays from 2:30-4:30Friendly and patient High School volunteers will be on hand to assist with homework assignments for those in grades 4-8. Talk out a math problem or confirm your spelling with someone who’s been there before! This is a student-led offering, schedule subject to change.
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Saturday, April 1311:00—11:30 AMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Story Time With the Author
Join author Dorothy McCluskey as she reads her picture book!Saturday, April 131:00—2:00 PMArt Exhibit WallOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Meet Watercolor Artist Norma DeGrafft
Join us for a chat with Norma DeGrafft, watercolor artist, whose work is currently on our display wall!Saturday, April 132:00—3:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Like Notes of Music: Documentary Screening and Artist Talk with Christian Peltenburg-Brechneff
Internationally known artist Christian Peltenburg-Brechneff will screen his award winning documentary about his life and work Like Notes of Music. Copies of his books The Greek House, Into the Garden, and Homage will also be available for purchase. A reception with follow at the Cooley Gallery, 25 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT at 4 pm where Peltenburg-Brechneff’s collection of flower paintings is currently being exhibited.…Learn More14
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Monday, April 15All DayChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Bring your stuffed animal to the library for a sleepover! You will drop off your friend with Meg Monday night and pick them back up Tuesday. A fun booklet will show you how many adventures your stuffed animal had overnight at the Phoebe!16
Tuesday, April 165:00—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 More17
Wednesday, April 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 plan the American version.
Wednesday, April 178:00—9:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Author Talk with Xochitl Gonzalez
We cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez about her newest novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last.
Anita de Monte Laughs Last is a propulsive, witty examination of power, love, and art, daring to ask who gets to be remembered and who is left behind in the rarefied world of the elite.…Learn More18
Thursday, April 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.
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Friday, April 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!Friday, April 192:30—4:30 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Homework Help
Fridays from 2:30-4:30Friendly and patient High School volunteers will be on hand to assist with homework assignments for those in grades 4-8. Talk out a math problem or confirm your spelling with someone who’s been there before! This is a student-led offering, schedule subject to change.
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Saturday, April 2011:30 AM—1:30 PM1898 Reading RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Silent Book Club
Join us for Phoebe's new Silent Book Club. Bring your own book and read with fellow book lovers! The first 30 minutes is reserved for chatting and mingling, the rest is for silent reading. No need to register, light refreshments will be provided. 21
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Monday, April 225:30—6:30 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Library LawnOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Earth Day Story Time in the Garden
Celebrate Earth Day with the Phoebe! PJ story time in the garden followed by a chance to plant your own seed! Generous support for this program is being provided by the Duck River Garden Club.Monday, April 226:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Dark Nonfiction Book Club
A 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. April's book is Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: And Other Lessons from the Crematory by Caitlin Doughty"A young mortician goes behind the scenes, unafraid of the gruesome (and fascinating) details of her curious profession.…Learn More23
Tuesday, April 235:00—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, April 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 Thursdays of the month is open to newcomers.
Wednesday, April 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 plan the American version.
Wednesday, April 244:30—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
Wednesday, April 246:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Decreasing Light Pollution with DarkSky International
Join us for a fascinating talk with Leo Smith, Chair of the Connecticut Chapter of DarkSky International. Learn about:The negative effects of light pollution on wildlife, the environment, and human healthPractical ways to reduce light pollutionPresented in collaboration with the Old Lyme Conservation Commission.…Learn More25
Thursday, April 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's Wee Readers
Join Miss Meg for stories, rhymes, and a chance to play with friends! Thursday, April 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.
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Friday, April 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!Friday, April 262:30—4:30 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Young AdultOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Homework Help
Fridays from 2:30-4:30Friendly and patient High School volunteers will be on hand to assist with homework assignments for those in grades 4-8. Talk out a math problem or confirm your spelling with someone who’s been there before! This is a student-led offering, schedule subject to change.
Friday, April 266:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Books and Banter Book Club and Art Event with Stella
If you like: Books, movies, TV Shows, art, all of the above. .. Then join us at the library for our first meeting on Friday, April 26th, 6-8 PM (after hours!)Chat about your current reads/watches AND make fun art like Zines, bookmark decorating, pin making, and more!BYOB (Bring/read your own Book) or choose one of the recommended books on Stella's display at the library.…Learn More
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Saturday, April 2711:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Dungeons & Dragons
Regular Monthly D&D meet up.
Saturday, April 271:00—2:00 PMLyme Public Library
Tips for Sleep
Did you know that during restorative sleep the body not only rests and recharges, it also cleans the brain of toxins and debris, consolidates memories, repairs tissues and organs, and grows new cells, including brain cells? Come learn about tips to improve sleep and restorative rest.…Learn More28
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Monday, April 295:00—6:00 PMCommunity RoomOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Paper Quilling with Kristine
Design and take home a unique Mother's Day card as Kristine guides you through the process of quilling to create a basket full of various paper blossoms. All materials provided.Monday, April 295:30—6:30 PMChildrensOld Lyme PGN Library2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
Phoebe's PJ Story Time
Join Miss Meg for stories, rhymes, and a chance to play with friends before winding down for a good night's sleep!30
Tuesday, April 305:00—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 More