April 2024

Event Categories

To limit event types being displayed, check the corresponding categories:

Event Locations

To limit event locations being displayed, check the corresponding branches or places:

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
 
1

Wednesday, March 20All DayCirculation DeskThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse Kits

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse KitsWe have distributed HUNDREDS of kits and are now all out! THANK YOU to our community for your solar enthusiasm!Pick up a FREE solar eclipse kit at the circulation desk! Kits include solar eclipse glasses, an informational sheet about the April 8th eclipse, and a color-it-yourself bookmark.…Learn More

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

Nintendo Game Night

FY2024NintendoGameNightMeet 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 More
2

Wednesday, March 20All DayCirculation DeskThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse Kits

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse KitsWe have distributed HUNDREDS of kits and are now all out! THANK YOU to our community for your solar enthusiasm!Pick up a FREE solar eclipse kit at the circulation desk! Kits include solar eclipse glasses, an informational sheet about the April 8th eclipse, and a color-it-yourself bookmark.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 24:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Read to Lexi the Therapy Dog

Read to Lexi the Therapy DogChoose a story and read to Lexi to the Therapy Dog! This program is a great way for kids to practice their literacy skills and socialize with an animal. This program is for families. No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with questions.
3

Wednesday, March 20All DayCirculation DeskThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse Kits

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse KitsWe have distributed HUNDREDS of kits and are now all out! THANK YOU to our community for your solar enthusiasm!Pick up a FREE solar eclipse kit at the circulation desk! Kits include solar eclipse glasses, an informational sheet about the April 8th eclipse, and a color-it-yourself bookmark.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 310:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLAR SPECIAL: Art Adventurers with Miss Katelyn

SOLAR SPECIAL: Art Adventurers with Miss KatelynJoin Miss. Katelyn for a special SOLAR storytime and craft for ages 2-5 and caregivers. FREE Solar Eclipse Kits will be given out as well!No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with any questions.

Wednesday, April 312:00—1:30 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! Contact us…Learn More
4

Wednesday, March 20All DayCirculation DeskThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse Kits

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse KitsWe have distributed HUNDREDS of kits and are now all out! THANK YOU to our community for your solar enthusiasm!Pick up a FREE solar eclipse kit at the circulation desk! Kits include solar eclipse glasses, an informational sheet about the April 8th eclipse, and a color-it-yourself bookmark.…Learn More

Thursday, April 410:15—11:00 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

CANCELED - Parent & Me Yoga

202404Parent&MeYogaParent & Me Yoga offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers time to explore yoga and movement together through mindful themes, yoga poses, partner poses, songs, and a story. Led by instructor Valerie Kacian, it’s the perfect way to release some energy, spend time together, and create a life-long love of movement, breath, and caring for self and others.

Thursday, April 44:00—5:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Anime Club

Anime ClubJoin us for all things anime including anime screenings, AMVs, cosplay and more on the first and third Thursdays of the month. This program is for ages 13-17. No registration required. Contact krivela@lancasterma. gov for more information.

Thursday, April 46:00—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.
5

Wednesday, March 20All DayCirculation DeskThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse Kits

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse KitsWe have distributed HUNDREDS of kits and are now all out! THANK YOU to our community for your solar enthusiasm!Pick up a FREE solar eclipse kit at the circulation desk! Kits include solar eclipse glasses, an informational sheet about the April 8th eclipse, and a color-it-yourself bookmark.…Learn More

Friday, April 510:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLAR SPECIAL: Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith

Storytime with Miss MeredithJoin Miss Meredith for a special SOLAR storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. FREE Solar Eclipse Kits will be given out as well!No registration required.
6

Wednesday, March 20All DayCirculation DeskThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse Kits

SOLD OUT! Take Home: Solar Eclipse KitsWe have distributed HUNDREDS of kits and are now all out! THANK YOU to our community for your solar enthusiasm!Pick up a FREE solar eclipse kit at the circulation desk! Kits include solar eclipse glasses, an informational sheet about the April 8th eclipse, and a color-it-yourself bookmark.…Learn More

Saturday, April 610:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

SOLAR SPECIAL: Crafty Critters: Saturday Storytime

2024 Crafty CrittersJoin us this Saturday for a special SOLAR storytime and craft hosted by Miss Meredith. This program is recommended for families. FREE Solar Eclipse Kits will be given out as well!No registration required. For questions or comments, contact Miss Meredith: mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More

Saturday, April 611:00 AM—12:30 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

Introduction to Beekeeping

Introduction to BeekeepingThis class serves as an introduction to beekeeping to those individuals who are interested in becoming beekeepers, as well as a class for those people who are generally interested in these fascinating insects. Topics will include starting a beehive, the bee colony, collecting honey, the importance of bees in pollination, and more.…Learn More
7
8

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

Lego Club

FY2024LegoClubCome 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 More
9
10

Wednesday, April 1010:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Art Adventurers with Miss Katelyn

Art Adventurers with Miss KatelynJoin Miss. Katelyn for storytime and arts & crafts for ages 2-5 and caregivers.  No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with any questions.
11

Thursday, April 116:00—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.
12

Friday, April 1210:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith

Storytime with Miss MeredithJoin Miss Meredith for storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. No registration required.

Friday, April 123:30—4:30 PMBehind the Library
Nathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Middle Grade Book Club

202404MGBCReaders ages 9-12 meet to discuss this month's book, hang out with friends, and play trivia! The book for this month is The Strangers by Margaret Peterson Haddix. Copies are available through CWMARS and at the Circulation desk. No registration required.…Learn More
13

Saturday, April 1310:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Crafty Critters: Saturday Storytime

2024 Crafty CrittersJoin us on Saturdays for a storytime and craft hosted on an alternating schedule by Miss Katelyn and Miss Meredith. This program is recommended for families. No registration required. For questions or comments, contact Miss Meredith: mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More

Saturday, April 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Weedscape

Learn from the Weedscape team how to grow outdoor cannabis and combine pollinating plants to completely transform your backyard into a thriving ecosystem. Learn how to incorporate and reintroduce  American Keystone plant species which attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and other wildlife.…Learn More
14
15

Monday, April 15Library Closed

16

Tuesday, April 162:00—4:00 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Wicked Good Henna

Wicked Good HennaCertified henna artist Mandy Roberge is back at the library and waiting in the main floor Reference Room 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 More

Tuesday, April 164:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Read to Lexi the Therapy Dog

Read to Lexi the Therapy DogChoose a story and read to Lexi to the Therapy Dog! This program is a great way for kids to practice their literacy skills and socialize with an animal. This program is for families. No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with questions.
17

Wednesday, April 1710:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Art Adventurers with Miss Katelyn

Art Adventurers with Miss KatelynJoin Miss. Katelyn for storytime and arts & crafts for ages 2-5 and caregivers.  No registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with any questions.

Wednesday, April 173:00—4:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Buildwave

BuildwaveFoster your child's and your own interest in STEM, while igniting their creative spark at the same time! Buildwave is a creative building program with "waves" of new challenges and over a dozen different building materials, including Lego®, PlusPlus®, and custom-made Buildwave materials.…Learn More
18

Thursday, April 1810:15—11:00 AMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

CANCELED - Parent & Me Yoga

202404Parent&MeYogaParent & Me Yoga offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers time to explore yoga and movement together through mindful themes, yoga poses, partner poses, songs, and a story. Led by instructor Valerie Kacian, it’s the perfect way to release some energy, spend time together, and create a life-long love of movement, breath, and caring for self and others.

Thursday, April 184:00—5:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Anime Club

Anime ClubJoin us for all things anime including anime screenings, AMVs, cosplay and more on the first and third Thursdays of the month. This program is for ages 13-17. No registration required. Contact krivela@lancasterma. gov for more information.

Thursday, April 185:00—6:00 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Board Game Night

Board Game NightJoin us in the Children's Room for strategy games such as chess, checkers, monopoly, mancala, UNO, and more! All skill levels welcome. Best suited ages 7-13. No registration required. Email mbrummer@lancasterma. gov for more info.  

Thursday, April 186:00—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.
19

Friday, April 1910:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith

Storytime with Miss MeredithJoin Miss Meredith for storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. No registration required.

Friday, April 191:00—4:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Dungeons & Dragons

Dungeons & DragonsJoin us for an epic adventure with Dungeons & Dragons hosted by Leann Key-Wallace! All experience levels are welcome. This program is intended for tweens and teens. Registration required. Email krivela@lancasterma. gov with questions.
20

Saturday, April 2010:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Crafty Critters: Saturday Storytime

2024 Crafty CrittersJoin us on Saturdays for a storytime and craft hosted on an alternating schedule by Miss Katelyn and Miss Meredith. This program is recommended for families. No registration required. For questions or comments, contact Miss Meredith: mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More
21
22

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

Lego Club

FY2024LegoClubCome 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 More
23
24

Wednesday, April 2410:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime and Craft - CFCE

Storytime and Craft - CFCEMs. Kristen from the Nashoba Regional School District offers children ages 2-5 and their caregivers a monthly storytime and craft that reinforces early childhood learning. No registration is required. Check the calendar for dates!
25

Thursday, April 255:30—6:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

YA Book Club

YA Book ClubReaders 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 Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan. BINGO sheets are available in each copy at pickup at the TML Circulation desk.…Learn More

Thursday, April 256:00—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.
26

Friday, April 2610:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith

Storytime with Miss MeredithJoin Miss Meredith for storytime and other interactive activities for ages 0-5 and caregivers. No registration required.
27

Saturday, April 2710:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Crafty Critters: Saturday Storytime

2024 Crafty CrittersJoin us on Saturdays for a storytime and craft hosted on an alternating schedule by Miss Katelyn and Miss Meredith. This program is recommended for families. No registration required. For questions or comments, contact Miss Meredith: mbrummer@lancasterma.…Learn More
28
29
30