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Monday, August 15:00—6:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Caregiver and Child Bootcamp w/ Tiffany Normandin
Personal Trainer Tiffany Normandin leads this fun exercise class designed for a caregiver and a child! (under the age of 5)Check out our other TML summer programs here!
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Tuesday, August 25:00—6:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nintendo Game Night
Ages 10 – 17. Meet up in the Dexter Room to play the Library’s Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros will be available. You may bring your own games & Joy-Cons or use the Library’s! Snacks provided.
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Wednesday, August 36:30—8:00 PMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Music on the Green
Join us on Wednesday evenings June 29 – August 3 for live music on the Lancaster Town Green! Pull up your lawn chairs or blankets, bring a picnic, and enjoy the sounds of the summer. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. This a FAMILY-FRIENDLY event, great for all ages. We hope to see you there!
NEW! Craft Booths will set up each week!
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Thursday, August 410:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Storytime with Miss Maren
Children ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Maren for a weekly storytime with songs, rhymes, finger plays, and books. Storytime is held outside under the Gazebo, or inside on stormy or very hot days. Registration is not required.…Learn More
Thursday, August 46:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
MRE and Me Storytime [grades K-5]
Join Mary Rowlandson Elementary teachers and staff for this annual summertime event! Readers will share some of their favorite stories throughout the library. Don’t forget to visit the MRE & Me display in the Children’s Room!…Learn More
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Friday, August 52:00—3:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Movie Matinee: Field of Dreams (1989)
Field of Dreams (1989) [Rated PG]
When Iowa farmer Ray (Kevin Costner) hears a mysterious voice one night in his cornfield saying "If you build it, he will come," he feels the need to act. Despite taunts of lunacy, Ray builds a baseball diamond on his land, supported by his wife, Annie (Amy Madigan).…Learn More
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Saturday, August 610:30—11:30 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Animal August: MAMMALS
Join Animal Adventures of Bolton ~ a leader in exotic animal education and wildlife conservation ~ for weekly presentations that will include fun facts, stories, and up-close encounters with live animals!
Come learn about and touch some cuddly friends, including a chinchilla, ferret, hedgehog, rat and a bunny!
Saturday, August 612:30—1:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Ozzie Sweet: Defining a New Era of Sports Photography
Discover Ozzie Sweet, a pioneering sports photographer whose famous portraiture images included legends Ted Williams, Jackie Robinson, and Bob Cousy! He helped to visually define an era.
Mr. Sweet’s life and work will be presented by his collaborator and friend, Clinton native Larry Canale, Jr.
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Monday, August 85:00—6:30 PMSeating AlcoveThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Wicked Good Henna
ICNHA Certified and Insured Henna Artist Mandy Roberge will be in the YA stacks to treat teens and adults to this creative artform where your skin becomes the (temporary) canvas! This program is on a first-come/first-served basis and is best for ages 13 and older.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 106:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
End of Summer Reading Talent Show
What would summer camp be without a talent show to wrap everything up? Three age groups [kids, teens, adults] will present their talents, with prizes awarded to the voters’ top choices! Registration is required and talents must be approved. Space is limited to five entries per age group (Children through age 12; Teens ages 13-18; Adults 19+).…Learn More11
Thursday, August 1110:30—11:30 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Children's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Storytime with Miss Maren
Children ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Maren for a weekly storytime with songs, rhymes, finger plays, and books. Storytime is held outside under the Gazebo, or inside on stormy or very hot days. Registration is not required.…Learn More
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Friday, August 124:00—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Middle Grade Book Club: The Best Worst Summer Ever
Readers ages 9-12 will join friends to discuss the book of the month and play some games! This month’s selection is The Best Worst Summer by Elizabeth Eulberg.
Friday, August 124:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Music and Movement w/ Firelight Kids
Firelight KIDS Music and Movement program is designed for kids aged 6 months – 5 years and their caregivers and is led by Katie Schiering. Registration is required.
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Saturday, August 1310:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Creative Drama for Kids
Come get silly with your little one! Creative drama is all about fun! In this theater class we explore senses, feelings, and movement through imaginative play. Children build confidence, social awareness, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Each class has an early literacy component and is aligned with state standards for Theater Education.…Learn More
Saturday, August 1310:30—11:30 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Animal August: DINO ADVENTURES
Join Animal Adventures of Bolton ~ a leader in exotic animal education and wildlife conservation ~ for weekly presentations that will include fun facts, stories, and up-close encounters with live animals!
Featuring live animals descended from the dinosaurs!
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Monday, August 154:00—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Lego Club
LEGO builders of all ages are welcome to this in-person program. Builders have access to the library’s collection of LEGO bricks. Free build or choose one of the optional challenges!
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Tuesday, August 165:00—6:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nintendo Game Night
Ages 10 – 17. Meet up in the Dexter Room to play the Library’s Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros will be available. You may bring your own games & Joy-Cons or use the Library’s! Snacks provided.17
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Thursday, August 1810:30—11:30 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Children's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Storytime with Miss Maren
Children ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Maren for a weekly storytime with songs, rhymes, finger plays, and books. Storytime is held outside under the Gazebo, or inside on stormy or very hot days. Registration is not required.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 2010:30—11:30 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Animal August: REPTILES
Join Animal Adventures of Bolton ~ a leader in exotic animal education and wildlife conservation ~ for weekly presentations that will include fun facts, stories, and up-close encounters with live animals!
Come meet and learn more about our cold-blooded friends: geckos, bearded dragons, lizards and a Blue Tongue Skink!
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Monday, August 2212:30—1:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Rachel's Book Club
Reading Finding Me by Viola Davis
OPRAH’S BOOK CLUB PICK • A HARPERS BAZAAR BEST BOOK OF 2022 • A PARADE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK • A MARIE CLAIRE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK“It’s clear from the first page that Davis is going to serve a more intimate, unpolished account than is typical of the average (often ghost-written) celebrity memoir; FINDING ME reads like Davis is sitting you down for a one-on-one conversation about her life, warts and all.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 2311:00 AM—1:00 PMNon-Fiction Seating AreaThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
CANCELED - Tech Help for Seniors
Jon Roper will provide help with electronic devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Please indicate what time you will be arriving for your help session.
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Saturday, August 2710:30—11:30 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Animal August: FAN FAVORITES
Join Animal Adventures of Bolton ~ a leader in exotic animal education and wildlife conservation ~ for weekly presentations that will include fun facts, stories, and up-close encounters with live animals!
Have you ever met a coati or kinkajou? This is your chance!
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Tuesday, August 3011:00 AM—1:00 PMNon-Fiction Seating AreaThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
CANCELED - Tech Help for Seniors
Jon Roper will provide help with electronic devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Please indicate what time you will be arriving for your help session.
Tuesday, August 305:00—6:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nintendo Game Night
Ages 10 – 17. Meet up in the Dexter Room to play the Library’s Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros will be available. You may bring your own games & Joy-Cons or use the Library’s! Snacks provided.31
