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Dark Nonfiction Book Club – Wednesday, August 13 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 »

Rendering+Reverie: Art Exhibit by Margo Packer

Margo Packer is a practicing artist, art teacher and an associate member of Lyme Art Association. Her work is inspired by her surroundings, memories and subjects that take hold of … Continue reading »

Get Ready for Summer Reading at Your Library

Level Up at Your Library – Summer Programs for All Ages!

Summer Reading for Kids and Teens Ends Friday, August 15! You must submit your game boards and raffle tickets by 5:00pm on Friday, August 15. Kids and Teens June 16 … Continue reading »

Documentary Film Screening of America Unfiltered: Portraits and Voices of a Nation on Wednesday, May 28 at 6:00pm.

Documentary Film Screening – American Unfiltered: Portraits and Voices of a Nation – Wednesday, May 28 at 6:00pm

Wanting to understand what it means to be an American, two immigrant filmmakers journey across the United States revealing an unfiltered, unflinching portrait of America. The film draws from a … Continue reading »

Queer Movie Night: Nimona Friday, May 30 at 6:00pm. Features the movie cover and book cover of Nimona.

Queer Movie Night: Nimona – Friday, May 30 at 6:00pm

SE/CT Traveling Queer Movie Night and members of the Library’s Teen Advisory Board are co-hosting a screening of  Nimona at the Phoebe! All are welcome at this intergenerational event for … Continue reading »

Paper Quilling with Kristine - Tuesday, June 3 at 5:00pm.

Paper Quilling with Kristine – Tuesday, June 3 at 5:00pm

Join us in creating a variety of paper flowers to fill a pre-cut basket.  Kristine will guide participants in the process of quilling basic shapes to form different blossoms. Everyone … Continue reading »

Extinctopedia Wed June 4 at 2pm virtual author talk. Dr. Gina Della Togna on the left with long red hair wearing a black shirt with a frog. Brian Gratwicke on the right with short grey hair and wearing a green Smithsonian shirt. Extinctopedia book cover image in the middle.

Extinctopedia with Smithsonian Scientists – Virtual Author Talk – Wednesday, June 4 at 2:00pm

Extinctopedia tells a complex story, not just of those who are extinct but also of those in greatest peril, with explanations of what threatens their survival. It is also a story … Continue reading »

Medicare 101 - Wednesday June, 4 at 6:30pm. Light blue background with graphics of medications, and bandages.

Medicare 101 – Wednesday, June 4 at 6:30pm

Medicare is confusing! Join us for an educational, free seminar where we will unravel the complexities of Medicare, empowering you to make confident, informed decisions about your healthcare options. Registration required. … Continue reading »

The author, Lisa Jewell, smiling with her hair pulled back wearing a grey/silver shirt. Features the book cover of Don't Let Him In.

Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns – Virtual Author Talk with Lisa Jewell – Tuesday, June 10 at 2:00pm

You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!). Along with an … Continue reading »

Pride Loop Yarn Wreath Workshop - Tuesday June, 10 at 2:30pm. Features colorful rainbows and hearts as well as an example of the multicolored loop yarn wreath that will make in the program.

Pride Month Loop Yarn – Tuesday, June 10 at 2:30pm

Teens will learn how to make a small 8 inch loop yarn wreath. Kathy will take you through the steps to design and create your own mini heart wreath at … Continue reading »