May 2023

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Monday, May 110:30—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 in the Children's Room or outside on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn More

Monday, May 14:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Nintendo Game Night

Poster for Nintendo Game NightMeet 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 More
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Tuesday, May 26:30—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Walking to Wachusett

Walking to WachusettJoin author Robert Young as he walks along the roads, including those right here in Lancaster, traveled by Henry David Thoreau 1842. Explore the thrill and the challenge of making the 34 mile journey from Concord to Mt. Wachusett.
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Wednesday, May 312:00—1:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Friends of Thayer Memorial Library

Chairs sit around a medium-sized round table in the Trustee's Room.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 More
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Thursday, May 410:30—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 in the Children's Room or on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn More
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Friday, May 510:30—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, May 610:00 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, May 810:30—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 in the Children's Room or outside on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn More

Monday, May 84:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

LEGO Club

2023LegoClub1v2Come 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.
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Tuesday, May 96:30—7:45 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Native Americans of New England

Native Americans of New EnglandUMass-Lowell History professor Christoph Strobel will discuss the history of Native Americans in New England and his book of the same title.
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Wednesday, May 104:30—5:15 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Nathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

RESCHEDULED Craft Club: May Daisy Chains

202305CraftClubv2Tap into your creative side with a monthly craft at the Library. Our May craft challenge is to continue to add to our Mural space in the Children's wing! Participants will make daisy chains out of paper and other craft materials.  Best suited for ages 9-18.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 1110:30—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 in the Children's Room or on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn More
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Friday, May 1210:30—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, May 124:00—5:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Middle Grade Book Club

202305MGBCReaders ages 9-12 meet to discuss this month's book, hang out with friends, and play trivia! The book for this month is Serena Says by Tanita S. Davis. Copies are available through CWMARS and at the Circulation desk.  Email mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 1310:00 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, May 1510:30—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 in the Children's Room or outside on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn More

Monday, May 154:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Nintendo Game Night

Poster for Nintendo Game NightMeet 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 More
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Wednesday, May 174:30—5:30 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Chess Club PLUS+

202305ChessClubPLUSJoin 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.  
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Thursday, May 1810:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Every Child Ready to Read

Poster for Winter 2023 Every Child Ready to ReadLiz 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, May 1910:30—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, May 2010:00 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, May 2210:30—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 in the Children's Room or outside on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn More

Monday, May 224:30—5:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

CANCELED - LEGO Club

2023LegoClub1v2Come 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.
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Tuesday, May 236:30—7:30 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

This Is the Life: This Diary of Jennie McLeod

This Is the Life: This Diary of Jennie McLeodJoin us in our beautiful Reference Room. This Is the Life paints a vivid picture of the life and times of Jennie McLeod, an early 20th-century college student from Clinton. Author Leslie Perrin Wilson presents Jennie and her world through careful research, contextual narrative, and a richly annotated transcription of her 1914-1918 diary.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 246:00—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, May 2510:30—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 in the Children's Room or on the Town Green depending on the weather. Registration is not required.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 2710:00 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, May 29Library Closed

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Wednesday, May 315:00—5:45 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

YA Book Group

202305YABG2Readers 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 Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson.   BINGO sheets are available in each copy at pickup at the TML Circulation desk.…Learn More