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Wednesday, August 212:00—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, August 21:00—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:Hiroshima by John Hersey
Wednesday, August 23:00—4:15 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Floral Crowns and the Language of Flowers
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill joins us as we learn about the language of flowers and create a lasting wearable floral crown. All materials provided. Best suited ages 7-14. Registration is limited to 15 participants.Wednesday, August 25:00—5:45 PMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nathaniel 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 the month is The Hand on the Wall by Maureen Johnson. BINGO sheets are available in each copy at pickup at the TML Circulation desk.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 310:30—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
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 or on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn MoreThursday, August 34:00—5:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Hour of Code: Showcase
The Hour of Code (hosted on Code. org) is a one-hour introduction to computer science, using fun tutorials to show that anybody can learn the basics. In each session, participants will work on a new activity or build something entirely fresh using Scratch.…Learn More
Thursday, August 36:00—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.
Thursday, August 36:00—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.4
Friday, August 41:00—2:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
A club best for adventurers between the ages of 6 and 10. Each week we will read a new Choose Your Own Adventure book out loud and choose which path to take together. After the story ends, club members will participate in a STEAM activity that relates to the book of the week.…Learn More5
Saturday, August 511:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
CANCELLED: Storytime with Will the Therapy Dog
Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, Will is no longer able to visit the library on this date. We will look at rescheduling this event later in the fall.
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Monday, August 710:30—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
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 or outside on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn MoreMonday, August 74:30—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 More8
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Wednesday, August 96:30—7:30 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
CANCELED - Learn From Your Neighbor
EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR LATER DATEA weekly summer enrichment program for all ages to accompany our summer reading theme "Find Your Voice!" The program is a five-week long speaker series called "Learn From Your Neighbor," where each speaker presents a special skill or passion and gives attendees an opportunity to learn how to get started.
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Thursday, August 1010:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Summer Storytime with Ms. Liz
Ms. Liz Garreffi from the Nashoba Regional School District presents this storytime for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Each storytime features books, movement, and other age-appropriate activities. Thursday, August 106:00—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.
Thursday, August 106:00—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.11
Friday, August 111:00—2:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
A club best for adventurers between the ages of 6 and 10. Each week we will read a new Choose Your Own Adventure book out loud and choose which path to take together. After the story ends, club members will participate in a STEAM activity that relates to the book of the week.…Learn MoreFriday, August 113:00—3:45 PMBehind the Library
Nathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
CANCELED - 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 TBD. Copies are available through CWMARS and at the Circulation desk. Email mbrummer@lancasterma. gov with questions.
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Saturday, August 1210:30—11:30 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Animal August: Mammals
Join us on our historic Town Green as we learn about exotic animals with a professional zookeeper from Animal Adventures in Bolton. We'll get to meet and pet a dozen different animals which could include a North American Porcupine, a Brazilian Three Banded Armadillo, a Mountain Coati, or a Kinkajou.
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Monday, August 1410:30—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
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 or outside on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn MoreMonday, August 144:30—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 More15
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Wednesday, August 166:30—7:30 PMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Davis Bates - Raising Our Voices: A Song and Story Celebration
Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with Davis Bates as he presents "Raising Our Voices: A Song & Story Celebration. " Davis has an ability to connect with all ages through a combination of story, song, humor, and instrumentation. His concerts combine education, culture, language and fun through his selection of songs, stories and use of instruments from various cultures.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 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
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 or on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn MoreThursday, August 171:00—3:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Writers' Critique Group
Thursday, August 176:00—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.
Thursday, August 176:00—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.18
Friday, August 181:00—2:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
A club best for adventurers between the ages of 6 and 10. Each week we will read a new Choose Your Own Adventure book out loud and choose which path to take together. After the story ends, club members will participate in a STEAM activity that relates to the book of the week.…Learn More19
Saturday, August 1910:30—11:30 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Animal August: Masters Program
Join us on our historic Town Green as we learn about exotic animals with professional zookeepers from Animal Adventures in Bolton. This one hour program will feature two zookeepers and their friends - a kangaroo, a crocodile, a large snake, and a fox.…Learn More
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Monday, August 2110:30—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
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 or outside on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn MoreMonday, August 212:15—5:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Studying
Monday, August 214:30—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 More22
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Thursday, August 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
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 or on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn MoreThursday, August 246:00—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.
Thursday, August 246:00—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.25
Friday, August 251:00—2:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
A club best for adventurers between the ages of 6 and 10. Each week we will read a new Choose Your Own Adventure book out loud and choose which path to take together. After the story ends, club members will participate in a STEAM activity that relates to the book of the week.…Learn MoreFriday, August 253:00—3:45 PMBehind the Library
Nathaniel 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 this month is Max Einstein: The Genius Experiment by Chris Grabenstein and James Patterson. Copies are available through CWMARS and at the Circulation desk.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 2610:30—11:30 AMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Animal August: Reptiles
Join us on our historic Town Green as we learn about exotic animals with a professional zookeeper from Animal Adventures in Bolton. Come learn about and pet Geckos, Bearded Dragons, Tegus, Spiny Tailed Lizards, Blue Tongue Skinks, and more.
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Monday, August 2810:30—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
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 or outside on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn MoreMonday, August 2812:30—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 the month for lively discussion…Learn MoreMonday, August 284:30—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 More29
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Wednesday, August 305:00—5:45 PMLancaster Town GreenThayer Drive, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nathaniel 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 the month is Anatomy: a Love Story by Dana Schwartz. BINGO sheets are available in each copy at pickup at the TML Circulation desk.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 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
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 or on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn MoreThursday, August 316:00—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.
Thursday, August 316:00—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.