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Saturday, April 110:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Seven Bridges Creative Writing Group
The Saturday morning creative writing group is based on the belief that every person is a writer and strives to provide a safe environment where writers at all levels of experience can experiment, learn, and develop craft. Each week writers are given 20 minutes for spontaneous writing using provided prompts, followed by an opportunity to read their work and receive positive-only reinforcement and encouragement.…Learn More
Saturday, April 111:00 AM—12:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Suncatchers Craft
Choose your frame, your wrap, and your materials to create beautiful suncatchers. Just in time for Spring sunshine! This program is suitable for teens and adults.…Learn More2
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Monday, April 310:30—11:15 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.Monday, April 34:30—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 will be available. You may bring your own games and Joy-Cons or use the Library's. All ages welcome.
No registration required.…Learn MoreMonday, April 36:00—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Knitting Group
Join our small, friendly group of knitters of all ages and abilities in our Trustees meeting room.
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Tuesday, April 46:30—7:45 PMZoom
Solar Energy and Heat Pumps: How to Cut your Carbon Footprint
With the high electricity rates and better rebates, do you find yourself wondering about net-zero energy? Curious about how heat pumps and solar panels work? Want information on the latest rebates offered for homes and buildings taking advantage of heat pumps and solar energy?Learn about the incentives and benefits for clean heating/cooling systems - air or ground sourced heat pumps.…Learn More5
Wednesday, April 512:00—1:00 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!
Executive Committee:Melissa Carlson,…Learn MoreWednesday, April 51:00—2:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Joe's Book Group
Director Joe's monthly book discussion groupThis month's selection:The Inner Life of Animals by Peter Wohlleben
Wednesday, April 54:30—5:15 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
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Craft Club: April Showers Mural
Tap into your creative side with a monthly craft at the Library. Our April craft challenge is to decorate our Photo Booth in the Children's wing! Participants will make umbrellas and create a raindrop decor. Best suited for ages 9-18. Caregivers welcome.…Learn More6
Thursday, April 610:30—11:15 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.Thursday, April 611:00 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 and with what type of electronic device you require help.
Thursday, April 61:00—3:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
An Introduction to Writing
Learn more about writing fiction, nonfiction, essays, and more kinds of writing through “An Introduction to Writing,” beginning February 2nd. This program offers 10 participants the opportunity to try out new ways of writing and to hear from experienced writers in each genre.…Learn More
Thursday, April 62:00—3:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Noso Homeschoolers
art classfirst Thursday of month Sept - May
Thursday, April 64:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Robotics Showcase with the CPUsaders
First Tech Challenge is a robotics competition for students in grades 7–12 to compete head to head by designing, building, and programming a robot to compete against other teams. The CPUsaders team, located in Lancaster, is here to show off how their robot works and teach those who want to learn more about coding and robotics!No registration required.…Learn More7
Friday, April 710:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
ABC Storytime
ABC 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!8
Saturday, April 810:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Seven Bridges Creative Writing Group
The Saturday morning creative writing group is based on the belief that every person is a writer and strives to provide a safe environment where writers at all levels of experience can experiment, learn, and develop craft. Each week writers are given 20 minutes for spontaneous writing using provided prompts, followed by an opportunity to read their work and receive positive-only reinforcement and encouragement.…Learn More
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Monday, April 1010:30—11:15 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.Monday, April 104:30—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. This group meets on alternating Mondays and is open to all ages. Email mbrummer@lancasterma. gov with questions.Monday, April 106:00—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Knitting Group
Join our small, friendly group of knitters of all ages and abilities in our Trustees meeting room.
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Wednesday, April 1210:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Foster Parent Information Session
Foster and adoptive parents provide a supportive environment for children who have been removed from their homes due to unsafe conditions. If you've ever thought about opening your home to a child in need, this is the perfect opportunity to attend an information session and speak with staff from the Department of Children and Families to learn what it takes to foster and/or adopt.
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Thursday, April 1310:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
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, April 1410:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
ABC Storytime
ABC 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!15
Saturday, April 1510:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Seven Bridges Creative Writing Group
The Saturday morning creative writing group is based on the belief that every person is a writer and strives to provide a safe environment where writers at all levels of experience can experiment, learn, and develop craft. Each week writers are given 20 minutes for spontaneous writing using provided prompts, followed by an opportunity to read their work and receive positive-only reinforcement and encouragement.…Learn More
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Monday, April 17Library Closed
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Wednesday, April 194:30—5:30 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Chess Club PLUS+
Join us in the Children's Room for games of chess, checkers, backgammon, mancala, and more! All skill levels welcome. Best suited ages 7-18. No registration required. Email mbrummer@lancasterma. gov for more info. Wednesday, April 195:30—7:30 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Wicked Good Henna
Certified henna artist Mandy Roberge is back at the library and waiting in the main floor Young Adult seating area to offer patrons beautiful henna designs of their choosing. This 2-hour workshop is walk-in and have fun - no registration required, but come early to choose your designs and enjoy watching Mandy's artistry.…Learn More20
Thursday, April 2010:30—11:15 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.Thursday, April 205:30—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Foster Parent Information Session
Foster and adoptive parents provide a supportive environment for children who have been removed from their homes due to unsafe conditions. If you've ever thought about opening your home to a child in need, this is the perfect opportunity to attend an information session and speak with staff from the Department of Children and Families to learn what it takes to foster and/or adopt.
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Friday, April 2110:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
ABC Storytime
ABC 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, April 213:00—4:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting 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 April is Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack. Copies are available through CWMARS and at the Circulation desk. Email mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More22
Saturday, April 2210:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Seven Bridges Creative Writing Group
The Saturday morning creative writing group is based on the belief that every person is a writer and strives to provide a safe environment where writers at all levels of experience can experiment, learn, and develop craft. Each week writers are given 20 minutes for spontaneous writing using provided prompts, followed by an opportunity to read their work and receive positive-only reinforcement and encouragement.…Learn More
Saturday, April 2210:00 AM—1:30 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Blackout Poetry
As part of our celebration of national poetry month, the Thayer Memorial Library will be hosting a day of blackout poetry. Blackout poetry is when you take a book or a magazine and cross out words to make your very own poetry. Everything you need to be a poet is already on the page.…Learn More23
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Monday, April 2410:30—11:15 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.Monday, April 2412:30—1:15 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Rachel's Book Club
Join us on the fourth Monday of the month for lively discussion…Learn MoreMonday, April 2412:30—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, April 244:30—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. This group meets on alternating Mondays and is open to all ages. Email mbrummer@lancasterma. gov with questions.Monday, April 246:00—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Knitting Group
Join our small, friendly group of knitters of all ages and abilities in our Trustees meeting room.
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Wednesday, April 266:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Seven Bridge Open Mic Night
All writing is welcome. Poems, songs, literary masterpieces, commercial fiction, non-fiction, biographies, flash, humor, plays, dialogue, character sketches, and journalism. All of it. You can attend the open mics as an audience member or as a reader.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 2710:30—11:15 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 in the Children's Room. Registration is not required. The Thursday storytime is repeated the following Monday.Thursday, April 275:00—5:45 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
YA Book Group
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 April will be Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me by Mariko Tamaki. BINGO sheets are available in each copy at pickup at the TML Circulation desk.…Learn More28
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Saturday, April 2910:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Seven Bridges Creative Writing Group
The Saturday morning creative writing group is based on the belief that every person is a writer and strives to provide a safe environment where writers at all levels of experience can experiment, learn, and develop craft. Each week writers are given 20 minutes for spontaneous writing using provided prompts, followed by an opportunity to read their work and receive positive-only reinforcement and encouragement.…Learn More
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