October 2022

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Monday, October 34:30—6:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Monday Game Night

Game Night PosterAges 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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Tuesday, October 411:00 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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Thursday, October 610:30—11:15 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Children'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 outside under the gazebo or inside during extreme weather.   Registration is not required.…Learn More

Thursday, October 63:30—4:30 PMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Therapy Animals: Dusty & Rusty

Poster for Live Animal Event: Dusty & RustyCurious about therapy animals? Curious about miniature horses and donkeys? Join us on the Town Green as Farmer Al of Friendly Ass Farm teaches us about her work with her friendly therapy equines, Rusty and Dusty. All ages welcome. Yes, you can pet them!…Learn More
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Monday, October 10Library Closed

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Tuesday, October 1111:00 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.

Tuesday, October 116:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Vegan Education: Plant-Based Nutrition

Curious about a plant-based diet? Positive Change for Animals, in partnership with Dr. Michele Ricard, is offering a 3 class series on plant-based diets. September 27: Plant-based nutritionOctober 11: Beans, greens, and grainsOctober 25: Meal planning TO REGISTER: sharonsantello@aol.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 1310:30—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.
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Friday, October 1410:30—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, October 144:00—4:45 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Middle Grade Book Club

Poster for October's Middle Grade Book ClubReaders ages 9-12 meet to discuss this month's book, hang out with friends, and play trivia! The book for October is Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library by Christopher Grabenstein. Copies are available through CWMARS and at the Circulation desk.  Email mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 1512:00—1:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Film Club: The Farewell

Watch The Farewell, a funny, heartwarming family drama, and join Library Associate Melanie King for a lively, in-person discussion. Register Online
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Monday, October 1710:30—11:15 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Children'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 outside under the gazebo or inside during extreme weather.   Registration is not required.…Learn More

Monday, October 174:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

LEGO Club

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.  
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Tuesday, October 1811:00 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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Thursday, October 2010:30—11:15 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Children'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 outside under the gazebo or inside during extreme weather.   Registration is not required.…Learn More
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Friday, October 2110:30—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, October 213:00—4:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Monster Masks

Monster Masks Poster. A mask and cat are featured.Learn about animal adaptations and create an upcycled animal or monster mask using cardboard, cut paper, and more. This program is offered by the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill and is suitable for ages 6-10. It is funded through the Rosemary Davis Fund of the Greater Worcester Community Foundation.
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Monday, October 2410:30—11:15 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Children'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 outside under the gazebo or inside during extreme weather.   Registration is not required.…Learn More

Monday, October 244:30—6:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Monday Game Night

Fall Game Night PosterAges 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. Email mbrummer@lancasterma. net with questions.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 2511:00 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.

Tuesday, October 252:00—3:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Rachel's Book Club

October selection available at our Circulation Desk: The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller. .. .. .. .. Coming up in November:Of Mice and Men

Tuesday, October 256:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Vegan Education: Plant-Based Nutrition

Curious about a plant-based diet? Positive Change for Animals, in partnership with Dr. Michele Ricard, is offering a 3 class series on plant-based diets. September 27: Plant-based nutritionOctober 11: Beans, greens, and grainsOctober 25: Meal planning TO REGISTER: sharonsantello@aol.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 2710:30—11:15 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Children'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 outside under the gazebo or inside during extreme weather.   Registration is not required.…Learn More
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Friday, October 2810:30—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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Sunday, October 304:30—7:30 PMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Halloween on the Green 2022

*Spooky Church *Haunted Horsesheds*Jack 'o Lantern Contest *Bouncy House *Farmer Al and the Friendly Ass Farm** *Fire Truck *Trunk or Treating *Lawn Games *S'mores at the Fire Pit *Food Truck *Scholastic Book Sale (Lancaster Old Town Hall) .…Learn More
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Monday, October 3110:30—11:15 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Children'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 outside under the gazebo or inside during extreme weather.   Registration is not required.…Learn More

Monday, October 314:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Spooky Craft

Poster for Spooky Craft at Thayer Memorial LibraryTap into your creative side with a spooky craft at the Library. We will be making Page Corner Bat Bookmarks. All materials provided. Open to all ages.