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June 02, 2026

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Museum Pass Survey for The Phoebe

We are evaluating our museum pass offerings and would like your input! Click here to take the Museum Pass Survey for The Phoebe.

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Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig – Wednesday, June 3 at 2:00pm

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much … Continue reading »

Physical Therapy for All Postural Imbalances - Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30pm. Light blue background with a white stripe at the bottom third and black text. Features an image of a spine.

Physical Therapy for all Postural Imbalances – Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30pm

In her talk, Sharon Hallahan, PT, will focus on reducing or eliminating back pain through spine stabilization; improving breathing and lung function; improving body awareness and body mechanics, and developing skills for the management of … Continue reading »

Meet Therapy Dog Nemo – Wednesday, June 10 from 10:30am – 12:00pm

Come meet certified therapy dog Nemo, a 5-year-old black lab mix.  Nemo was born with only 3 legs, but that is not what makes him special. He is gentle, patient, … Continue reading »

Meditative Music with Anna May - Wednesday, June 10 at 6:00pm. Background is dark brown mountainous terrain at the bottom to a lite hazy blue at the top for the sky.

Meditative Music with Anna May – Wednesday, June 10 at 6:00pm

Join us on the patio for a meditative music experience with Anna May. “Anna May is making waves as an alternative, tragic Americana artist, carving out a space with her … Continue reading »

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Healthy Questions with the Town Nurse – Thursday, June 11 at 9:00am

Old Lyme Town Nurse Sammee Piette will host a monthly “Ask the Nurse” hour at the Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library (PGN Library) from 9:00–10:00 AM on the second Thursday of … Continue reading »

Book cover of The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon.

Phoebe’s Morning Book Chat – Thursday, June 11 at 11:00am

Phoebe’s Morning book chat takes place on the second Thursday of every month at 11:00am in the Community Room. Multiple copies of the selected book are available at the service … Continue reading »

Author, Matt Dinniman, chin up smiling. He has a beard, short hair, and is wearing a black shirt. Purple background with various size darker dots. Book covers of Dungeon Crawler Carl and A Parade of Horribles by Matt Dinniman.

Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat Virtual Author Talk with Matt Dinniman – Thursday, June 11 at 7:00pm

Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of … Continue reading »

Queer Movie Night - Friday, June 12 at 6pm. Queer Movie Night is back with a screening of the 2014 film Pride. All are welcome at this intergenerational event for Teens and Adults. Bring a friend and a cozy blanket/seat. Runtime 2hrs, rated R.

Queer Movie Night – Friday, June 12 at 6:00pm

Queer Movie Night is back with a screening of the 2014 film Pride.  All are welcome at this intergenerational event for Teens and Adults. Bring a friend and a cozy blanket/seat, … Continue reading »

Red and blue stars on the top and bottom border. Blue text Patriotic Loop Yarn Wreath Workshop, Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with your own small 8-in loop yarn wreath. Red Text Saturday June 13, 2026 at 11:00 am. Features a sample of the red, white and blue loop yarn wreath attendees will make.

Patriotic Loop Yarn Wreath Workshop – Saturday, June 13 at 11:00am

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with your own small 8 inch loop yarn wreath. Kathy will take you through the steps to design and create your own mini wreath* at this … Continue reading »

Book cover of When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi.

Dark Nonfiction Book Club – Wednesday, June 17 at 6:30pm

Dark nonfiction book club is a book discussion group for the morbidly curious. We will explore dark topics such as true crime, natural disasters, war stories, death and dying, man-made … Continue reading »