December 2022

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Thursday, December 110:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Maren

Storytime with Miss MarenChildren 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.
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Friday, December 210:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

ABC Storytime

ABC StorytimeABC stands for Alphabet, Books, and Crafts at this storytime with Miss Maren! We focus on one letter each week. Best for ages 3-6 with caregivers. No registration required!
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Monday, December 510:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Maren

Storytime with Miss MarenChildren 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 in the Children's Room.   Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.

Monday, December 54:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Monday Game Night

All ages welcome. 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.

Monday, December 56:00—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Knitting Group

Chairs sit around a medium-sized round table in the Trustee's Room.Join our small, friendly group of knitters of all ages and abilities in our Trustees meeting room.
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Tuesday, December 66:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Chinese Brush Painting

"Brush up" on your artwork with Sau-Mei as she presents a class on Chinese brush painting.   No prior experience required. Class is limited to 12 attendees. There is a wait list. Ages 16+
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Thursday, December 810:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Every Child Ready to Read

Every Child Ready to Read Liz Garreffi, the Early Childhood Coordinator at the Nashoba Regional School District, leads this early literacy storytime featuring stories, songs, and a craft. Suitable for ages 2-5. No registration required.

Thursday, December 811:00 AM—1:00 PMNon-Fiction Seating AreaThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

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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Friday, December 910:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

ABC Storytime

ABC StorytimeABC stands for Alphabet, Books, and Crafts at this storytime with Miss Maren! We focus on one letter each week. Best for ages 3-6 with caregivers. No registration required!

Friday, December 93:00—3:45 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Middle Grade Book Club

Middle Grade Book Club poster for December 2022Readers ages 9-12 meet to discuss this month's book, hang out with friends, and play trivia! The book for December The School of Good and Evil by Soman Chainani. Copies are available through CWMARS and at the Circulation desk.  Zoom is available through request.…Learn More
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Monday, December 1210:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Maren

Storytime with Miss MarenChildren 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 in the Children's Room.   Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.

Monday, December 124:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

LEGO Club

Fall Lego Club PosterCome get creative with the Library's LEGOs and meet fellow master builders. Optional challenges are available for each meeting. This group meets one Monday a month and is open to all ages.  

Monday, December 126:00—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Knitting Group

Chairs sit around a medium-sized round table in the Trustee's Room.Join our small, friendly group of knitters of all ages and abilities in our Trustees meeting room.
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Wednesday, December 144:30—5:15 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Craft Club: Holiday Cards

Craft Club: Holiday CardsTap into your creative side with a monthly craft at the Library. December's craft challenge is Holiday "glitter shaker" cards! Best suited for ages 9-18. Caregivers welcome.   All craft materials are provided. Event open to all ages. Email mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1510:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Maren

Storytime with Miss MarenChildren 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.
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Friday, December 1610:00 AM—2:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Gift Wrapping Party

Are you the busiest elf of the holiday season? Thayer Memorial Library is providing a secret location where you can organize and wrap your holiday gifts without worrying about prying eyes. We provide: wrapping paper, ribbons, gift tags, and classic holiday films when you need a break.…Learn More

Friday, December 1610:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

ABC Storytime

ABC StorytimeABC stands for Alphabet, Books, and Crafts at this storytime with Miss Maren! We focus on one letter each week. Best for ages 3-6 with caregivers. No registration required!
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Saturday, December 1710:30 AM—1:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Gift Wrapping Party

Are you the busiest elf of the holiday season? Thayer Memorial Library is providing a secret location where you can organize and wrap your holiday gifts without worrying about prying eyes. We provide: wrapping paper, ribbons, gift tags, and classic holiday films when you need a break.…Learn More
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Monday, December 1910:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Maren

Storytime with Miss MarenChildren 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 in the Children's Room.   Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.

Monday, December 194:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Monday Game Night

All ages welcome. 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.

Monday, December 194:30—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 master builders. Optional challenges are available for each meeting. This group meets on alternating Mondays and is open to all ages.  
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Thursday, December 2210:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Maren

Storytime with Miss MarenChildren 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.
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Friday, December 2310:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

ABC Storytime

ABC StorytimeABC stands for Alphabet, Books, and Crafts at this storytime with Miss Maren! We focus on one letter each week. Best for ages 3-6 with caregivers. No registration required!
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Monday, December 26Library Closed

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Wednesday, December 285:00—5:45 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

YA Book Group

Poster for December's YA Book GroupReaders ages 13-18 are invited to join friends to discuss the book of the month, eat pizza, and play trivia! The book for December will be The Guinevere Deception by Kiersten White. Copies are available through the CW MARS catalog. Additional copies are available at the Circulation desk.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 2910:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Maren

Storytime with Miss MarenChildren 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.

Thursday, December 2911:00 AM—1:00 PMNon-Fiction Seating AreaThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

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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Friday, December 3010:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

ABC Storytime

ABC StorytimeABC stands for Alphabet, Books, and Crafts at this storytime with Miss Maren! We focus on one letter each week. Best for ages 3-6 with caregivers. No registration required!
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Saturday, December 3111:30 AM—12:15 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Noon Year's Eve

Poster for Noon Year's Eve StorytimeChildren ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited to ring in the New Year early with Miss Maren! This storytime will feature books, songs, and activities to celebrate the arrival of 2023.