January 2025

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Wednesday, January 1Library Closed

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Thursday, January 2All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Thursday, January 26:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Toastmasters

ToastmastersToastmasters  is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.
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Friday, January 3All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Friday, January 311:30 AM—12:15 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

ABC's and Me Storytime

Let's all learn our ABC's so next time you can sing with me! Miss. Emily will focus on one letter to read, sing, and make a craft for each week. Best for ages 3-6 with caregivers. No registration required! Email echaves@lancasterma. gov with questions.
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Saturday, January 4All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Saturday, January 410:30 AM—1:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Visible Mending Workshop

visible mending.Join Catherine Karp to learn the art of visible mending of textiles! You will learn how to use embroidery, patching, and darning techniques to create unique and sustainable creations that will breathe new life into old clothes. Please bring a few clothing items that you are interested in mending with you.…Learn More

Saturday, January 410:30 AM—1:30 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Seating AlcoveThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Adult Fans of Lego

.legoATTENTION LEGO® FANS!We believe you’re never too old to love LEGO bricks. Self-identified AFOL (Adult Fans of LEGO) groups have been around for over 30 years, creating regional and online communities, events, magazines, and blogs. Library patrons ages 18+ are welcome to join other AFOL in Thayer Memorial Library's Reference room on the first Saturday of every month to collaborate, engage and knowledge share with other AFOL.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 5All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Monday, January 6All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Monday, January 64:30—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

Monday, January 66:00—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Knitting Group

Chairs sit around a medium-sized round table in the Trustee's Room.A small, friendly group of knitters meets weekly at the Library. All experience levels are welcome. This group is appropriate for teens and adults. ***This group does NOT meet on Monday holidays. ***Contact RRosengard@lancasterma. gov for more information.

Monday, January 66:30—7:30 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Introvert Book Club

Introvert Book ClubRead with friends, but on your own. At the Introvert Book Club, there is no assigned reading. Group members gather in TML's Refrence Room to be alone together and read in quiet camaraderie. All readers are welcome—ebooks, poetry, prose, fiction, or non-fiction.…Learn More

Monday, January 67:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with bestselling author Brian Freeman (Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Vendetta)

scott shepherd.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Bestselling author Brian Freeman (Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Vendetta: A Jason Bourne Novel) in conversation with author Scott Shepherd
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Tuesday, January 7All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 72:00—4:00 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Scrabble Club

scrabble.Scrabble club for adults and seniors. New players always welcome. Call 978-369-8929 x3 for more information.

Tuesday, January 75:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Bridge Club for Beginners

Photo of the Nathaniel T. Dexter Meeting Room featuring a large number of chairs arranged in rows inBridge Club for new and beginning players. All adults welcome, especially seniors. Call 978-368-8928 x4 for more information.

Tuesday, January 77:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with MA Book Award Finalist Larry Rohter (Into the Amazon: The Life of Cândido Rondon)

into the amazon.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: 2024 Mass Book Award Finalist Larry Rohter (Into the Amazon: The Life of Cândido Rondon, Trailblazing Explorer, Scientist, Statesman, and Conservationist)
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Wednesday, January 8All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 810:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Emily

Storytime with Miss EmilyJoin Miss Emily for stories, songs, and coloring every Wednesday. Fun for friends ages 0-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, January 87:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with bestselling author Allison Brennan (See How They Hide)

author brennan.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Bestselling author Allison Brennan (See How They Hide)
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Thursday, January 9All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Thursday, January 911:00 AM—1:00 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Foster Care and Adoption Information Session

For information, please contactKatherine Keefe MSW, LCSWFoster Care RecruiterDepartment of Children and FamiliesWorcester, MA 508-929-2122Katherine. A. Keefe@Mass. Gov

Thursday, January 96:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Toastmasters

ToastmastersToastmasters  is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.

Thursday, January 97:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with bestselling author and judge, David Ellis (The Best Lies & Lies I Told)

author d ellis.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Bestselling author and judge, David Ellis (The Best Lies & Lies I Told)
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Friday, January 10All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Friday, January 107:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with author Victoria Gilbert (Schooled in Murder: A Campus Sleuth Mystery)

schooled in murder.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Author and retired librarian Victoria Gilbert (Schooled in Murder: A Campus Sleuth Mystery)
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Saturday, January 11All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Saturday, January 1110:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Saturday Storytime

Join Miss Emily for stories and songs on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Fun for friends ages 0-5. No registration required.
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Sunday, January 12All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Monday, January 13All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Monday, January 134:30—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 LEGO collection 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

Monday, January 136:00—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Knitting Group

Chairs sit around a medium-sized round table in the Trustee's Room.A small, friendly group of knitters meets weekly at the Library. All experience levels are welcome. This group is appropriate for teens and adults. ***This group does NOT meet on Monday holidays. ***Contact RRosengard@lancasterma. gov for more information.

Monday, January 137:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with bestselling author Tracey Lange (What Happened to the McCrays?)

mccray.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Bestselling author Tracey Lange (What Happened to the McCrays?) in conversation with author Amy Jo Burns
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Tuesday, January 14All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 1411:30 AM—12:30 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Thomas and Friends Train Station

All aboard for the TML Train Station! Spread out and play with our whole collection of Thomas and Friends train toys. No registration required. Email echaves@lancasterma. gov with questions.

Tuesday, January 142:00—4:00 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Scrabble Club

scrabble.Scrabble club for adults and seniors. New players always welcome. Call 978-369-8929 x3 for more information.

Tuesday, January 145:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Bridge Club for Beginners

Photo of the Nathaniel T. Dexter Meeting Room featuring a large number of chairs arranged in rows inBridge Club for new and beginning players. All adults welcome, especially seniors. Call 978-368-8928 x4 for more information.

Tuesday, January 147:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with author Clay McLeod Chapman (Wake Up and Open Your Eyes)

.wake upZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Author Clay McLeod Chapman (Wake Up and Open Your Eyes) in conversation with author V. Castro
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Wednesday, January 15All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 1510:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime with Miss Emily

Storytime with Miss EmilyJoin Miss Emily for stories, songs, and coloring every Wednesday. Fun for friends ages 0-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, January 157:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with 2-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and National Book Award finalist Adam Haslett

adamhaslett.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award Finalist Adam Haslett
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Thursday, January 16All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Thursday, January 166:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Toastmasters

ToastmastersToastmasters  is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.
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Friday, January 17All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Friday, January 1711:30 AM—12:15 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

ABC's and Me Storytime

Let's all learn our ABC's so next time you can sing with me! Miss. Emily will focus on one letter to read, sing, and make a craft for each week. Best for ages 3-6 with caregivers. No registration required! Email echaves@lancasterma. gov with questions.

Friday, January 177:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with author Jessie Garcia

jessiegarcia.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Interview with author Jessie Garcia (The Business Trip)
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Saturday, January 18All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 19All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Monday, January 20Library Closed

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Tuesday, January 21All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 212:00—4:00 PMReference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Scrabble Club

scrabble.Scrabble club for adults and seniors. New players always welcome. Call 978-369-8929 x3 for more information.

Tuesday, January 214:30—5:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Journaling Club

Journaling ClubTap into your creative side with free writing and scrapbooking! Best for ages 12-17. Materials provided. Email echaves@lancasterma. gov with questions.

Tuesday, January 215:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Bridge Club for Beginners

Photo of the Nathaniel T. Dexter Meeting Room featuring a large number of chairs arranged in rows inBridge Club for new and beginning players. All adults welcome, especially seniors. Call 978-368-8928 x4 for more information.

Tuesday, January 217:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with bestselling author James Grippando

grippando.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: interview with bestselling author James Grippando
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Wednesday, January 22All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 23All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Thursday, January 236:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Toastmasters

ToastmastersToastmasters  is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.

Thursday, January 236:00—7:30 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Family Board Game Night

family board gameDrop in and play during our Family Board Game Night. A large selection of new games and childhood classics will be available for families to choose from. Best for ages 4 and up. Email echaves@lancasterma. gov with questions.

Thursday, January 237:00—8:00 PMZoom

A conversation with bestselling authors Scott Turow & Alafair Burke

turowburke.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Conversation with Scott Turow and Alafair Burke
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Friday, January 24All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Friday, January 247:00—8:00 PMZoom

A conversation with bestselling author Vicki Delany

delany.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: A conversation with bestselling author Vicki Delany
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Saturday, January 25All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Saturday, January 2510:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Saturday Storytime

Join Miss Emily for stories and songs on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Fun for friends ages 0-5. No registration required.

Saturday, January 2511:00 AM—1:00 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Dungeons and Dragons ages 16+

Join us for a Dungeons and Dragons one-shot campaign for ages 16+. Registration required, email echaves@lancasterma. gov with questions.
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Sunday, January 26All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More
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Monday, January 27All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Monday, January 274:30—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 LEGO collection 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

Monday, January 276:00—7:30 PMTrustees' RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Knitting Group

Chairs sit around a medium-sized round table in the Trustee's Room.A small, friendly group of knitters meets weekly at the Library. All experience levels are welcome. This group is appropriate for teens and adults. ***This group does NOT meet on Monday holidays. ***Contact RRosengard@lancasterma. gov for more information.

Monday, January 277:00—8:00 PMZoom

A conversation with author Fiona Davis (The Stolen Queen)

fionadavis.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: A conversation with bestselling author Fiona Davis
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Tuesday, January 28All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 2811:30 AM—12:30 PMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Thomas and Friends Train Station

All aboard for the TML Train Station! Spread out and play with our whole collection of Thomas and Friends train toys. No registration required. Email echaves@lancasterma. gov with questions.

Tuesday, January 285:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Bridge Club for Beginners

Photo of the Nathaniel T. Dexter Meeting Room featuring a large number of chairs arranged in rows inBridge Club for new and beginning players. All adults welcome, especially seniors. Call 978-368-8928 x4 for more information.

Tuesday, January 287:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with international author Samantha Sotto Yambao

yambao.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED:  Interview with international author Samantha Sotto Yambao (Water Moon)
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Wednesday, January 29All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 2910:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Storytime and Craft - CFCE

Ms. Chelsey 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. Learn more about CFCE at this link: https://www. nrsd.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 297:00—8:00 PMZoom

Interview with bestselling author Thomas Perry (Pro Bono)

perry.ZOOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED: A conversation with bestselling author Thomas Perry
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Thursday, January 30All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More

Thursday, January 305:30—6:30 PMTrustees' 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 and eat pizza with Miss Emily. The book for the month is The Blood of Olympus. No registration required. Email echaves@lancasterma. gov with questions.…Learn More

Thursday, January 306:00—7:30 PMNathaniel T. Dexter Meeting RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Toastmasters

ToastmastersToastmasters  is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking, and leadership.
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Friday, January 31All DayChildren's RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
Reference RoomThayer Memorial LibraryThayer Memorial Library, 717 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523

Winter Reading Challenge: BOOKOPOLY

bookopoly sliderWinter reading challenge: BOOKOPOLY for children and adultsDecember 18 to February 21Complete activities on the BOOKOPOLY  sheets and earn prizes! Come to our Circulation Desk for activity sheets and more information. Or email EChaves@lancasterma.…Learn More