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Wednesday, May 110:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Art Adventurers with Miss Katelyn
Join Miss. Katelyn for storytime and arts & crafts for ages 2-5 and caregivers. No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with any questions.Wednesday, May 112:00—1:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Friends of Thayer Memorial Library
The Friends of Thayer Memorial Library meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p. m. Come join us in planning activities that support the Library. Please note the date and time change. All are welcome!
Contact us…Learn More2
Thursday, May 210:15—11:00 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Parent & Me Yoga
Parent & Me Yoga offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers time to explore yoga and movement together through mindful themes, yoga poses, partner poses, songs, and a story. Led by instructor Valerie Kacian, it’s the perfect way to release some energy, spend time together, and create a life-long love of movement, breath, and caring for self and others.Thursday, May 212:15—3:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Bridge Club
Thursday, May 24:00—5:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Anime Club
Join us for all things anime including anime screenings, AMVs, cosplay and more on the first and third Thursdays of the month. This program is for ages 13-17. No registration required. Contact krivela@lancasterma. gov for more information.Thursday, May 26:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Toastmasters
Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.
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Friday, May 310:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith
Join Miss Meredith for storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. No registration required.4
Saturday, May 410:00 AM—1:00 PMFlorence Sawyer School ~ Emerson Wing
Nashoba Children's Day Fair
The 25th Nashoba Children's Day Fair is a fantastic community-wide event to connect with families and young children (age 8 and younger). Hosted by the Nashoba Community Partnership for Children together with Bolton Police, Fire, EMS, local early childhood centers, family support agencies and family-friendly businesses.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 410:30 AM—12:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
May the Fourth be with you! Celebrate Star Wars Day in galactic style by joining us for a special screening of Star Wars: The Clone Wars [PG] in the Dexter Room. This program is perfect for families and children. No registration required.5
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Monday, May 64:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nintendo Game Night
Meet up in the Dexter Room to hang out, eat snacks, and play the Library's Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros always available. You may bring your own games and Switch or check out some of the Library's via our Game Club Card. Best suited ages 7-14.…Learn More7
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Wednesday, May 810:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Art Adventurers with Miss Katelyn
Join Miss. Katelyn for storytime and arts & crafts for ages 2-5 and caregivers. No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with any questions.9
Thursday, May 910:15—11:00 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Parent & Me Yoga
Parent & Me Yoga offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers time to explore yoga and movement together through mindful themes, yoga poses, partner poses, songs, and a story. Led by instructor Valerie Kacian, it’s the perfect way to release some energy, spend time together, and create a life-long love of movement, breath, and caring for self and others.Thursday, May 912:15—3:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Bridge Club
Thursday, May 96:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Toastmasters
Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.
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Friday, May 1010:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith
Join Miss Meredith for storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. No registration required.Friday, May 103:30—4:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Middle Grade Book Club
Readers ages 9-12 meet to discuss this month's book, hang out with friends, and play trivia! The book for this month is Merlin: The Lost Years by T. A. Barron, with a runner-up option of The Name of this Book is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch. Copies are available through CWMARS and at the Circulation desk.…Learn More11
Saturday, May 1110:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Crafty Critters: Saturday Storytime
Join us on Saturdays for a storytime and craft hosted on an alternating schedule by Miss Katelyn and Miss Meredith. This program is recommended for families. No registration required. For questions or comments, contact Miss Meredith: mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More12
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Monday, May 134:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Lego Club
Come get creative with the Library's LEGOs and meet fellow builders. Use an instructional book, try out a challenge card, or plan out your own build from scratch. This group meets on the second and fourth Mondays of every month. Best suited ages 5-12.…Learn More14
Tuesday, May 142:00—4:00 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Scrabble Club
Scrabble club for seniors
Tuesday, May 144:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Read to Lexi the Therapy Dog
Choose a story and read to Lexi to the Therapy Dog! This program is a great way for kids to practice their literacy skills and socialize with an animal. "Read to Lexi the Therapy Dog" will now take place in the gazebo on the Town Green weather permitting.…Learn More15
Wednesday, May 1510:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Art Adventurers with Miss Katelyn
Join Miss. Katelyn for storytime and arts & crafts for ages 2-5 and caregivers. No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with any questions.Wednesday, May 156:30—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Thayer Memorial Library's Prehistoric Artifacts
Who were the earliest settlers of what became known as Lancaster, and how did they live? Neolithic artifacts suggest that early peoples of this area were more sophisticated than we modern folk realize. They knew the land well, where to find minerals or other materials, and what they were best used for.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 1610:15—11:00 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Parent & Me Yoga
Parent & Me Yoga offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers time to explore yoga and movement together through mindful themes, yoga poses, partner poses, songs, and a story. Led by instructor Valerie Kacian, it’s the perfect way to release some energy, spend time together, and create a life-long love of movement, breath, and caring for self and others.Thursday, May 1612:15—3:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Bridge Club
Thursday, May 161:00—3:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Writers' Critique Group
Thursday, May 164:00—5:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Anime Club
Join us for all things anime including anime screenings, AMVs, cosplay and more on the first and third Thursdays of the month. This program is for ages 13-17. No registration required. Contact krivela@lancasterma. gov for more information.Thursday, May 165:00—6:00 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Board Game Night
Join us in the Children's Room for strategy games such as chess, checkers, monopoly, mancala, UNO, and more! All skill levels welcome. Best suited ages 7-13. No registration required. Email mbrummer@lancasterma. gov for more info. Thursday, May 166:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Toastmasters
Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.
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Friday, May 1710:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith
Join Miss Meredith for storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. No registration required.18
Saturday, May 1810:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Crafty Critters: Saturday Storytime
Join us on Saturdays for a storytime and craft hosted on an alternating schedule by Miss Katelyn and Miss Meredith. This program is recommended for families. No registration required. For questions or comments, contact Miss Meredith: mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More19
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Monday, May 2012:30—1:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Rachel's Book Group
Join us on the fourth Monday of each month for lively discussion…Learn MoreMonday, May 204:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nintendo Game Night
Meet up in the Dexter Room to hang out, eat snacks, and play the Library's Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros always available. You may bring your own games and Switch or check out some of the Library's via our Game Club Card. Best suited ages 7-14.…Learn MoreMonday, May 206:30—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Aquatic Plants
Gaynor Bigelbach, an Environmental Education Associate with the Nashua River Watershed Association will present photographs and narrative about the ways that our local aquatic plants are adapted to life under, on, and above the water.…Learn More21
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Wednesday, May 2210:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Art Adventurers with Miss Katelyn
Join Miss. Katelyn for storytime and arts & crafts for ages 2-5 and caregivers. No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with any questions.Wednesday, May 226:30—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
We Were There: Lancaster and the Civil War
The Lancaster Town Library was a memorial built for Lancaster residents who died during the Civil War. Everyone knows the building. Many know little of the people who served and the battles they fought. Thayer Memorial Library Director, Joe Mulé, will discuss Lancaster's involvement in the Civil War, focusing on the Battle of Ball's Bluff, Virginia.23
Thursday, May 2310:15—11:00 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Parent & Me Yoga
Parent & Me Yoga offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers time to explore yoga and movement together through mindful themes, yoga poses, partner poses, songs, and a story. Led by instructor Valerie Kacian, it’s the perfect way to release some energy, spend time together, and create a life-long love of movement, breath, and caring for self and others.Thursday, May 2312:15—3:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Bridge Club
Thursday, May 235:30—6:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
YA Book Club
Readers ages 13-18 are invited to join friends to discuss the book of the month, eat pizza, and play book BINGO! The book for the month is The Titan's Curse by Rick Riordan.
BINGO sheets are available in each copy at pickup at the TML Circulation desk.…Learn MoreThursday, May 236:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Toastmasters
Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.
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Friday, May 2410:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith
Join Miss Meredith for storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. No registration required.25
Saturday, May 2510:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Crafty Critters: Saturday Storytime
Join us on Saturdays for a storytime and craft hosted on an alternating schedule by Miss Katelyn and Miss Meredith. This program is recommended for families. No registration required. For questions or comments, contact Miss Meredith: mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More26
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Monday, May 27Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 282:00—4:00 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Scrabble Club
Scrabble club for seniors
Tuesday, May 284:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Read to Lexi the Therapy Dog
Choose a story and read to Lexi to the Therapy Dog! This program is a great way for kids to practice their literacy skills and socialize with an animal. "Read to Lexi the Therapy Dog" will now take place in the gazebo on the Town Green weather permitting.…Learn More29
Wednesday, May 2910:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Storytime and Craft - CFCE
Ms. Kristen from the Nashoba Regional School District offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers a monthly storytime and craft that reinforces early childhood learning. No registration is required. Check the calendar for dates!Wednesday, May 296:30—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Lancaster's Shaker Population
A building in North Lancaster stands alone, slowly deteriorating, but few notice. In its day, this building was very important to a special group of people. The work of these people affects us every day. Find out about places in Lancaster with connections to the Shakers, about their curious lives, and the Shaker inventions that we use every day.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 3010:15—11:00 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Parent & Me Yoga
Parent & Me Yoga offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers time to explore yoga and movement together through mindful themes, yoga poses, partner poses, songs, and a story. Led by instructor Valerie Kacian, it’s the perfect way to release some energy, spend time together, and create a life-long love of movement, breath, and caring for self and others.Thursday, May 3012:15—3:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Bridge Club
Thursday, May 306:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Toastmasters
Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.
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Friday, May 3110:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith
Join Miss Meredith for storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. No registration required.