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Aesthetic Illusions: A Life in the Arts. Green background, features image of Randall Horton in the upper right. Randall is smiling brightly wearing a homburg style hat, black rimmed glasses and a dark shirt. There is a microphone in front of him.

Aesthetic Illusions: A Life in the Arts, (Part 2) Arts and Civic Voice : Artmaking Workshop – Tuesday, May 19 at 5:00pm

This 3 part program Aesthetic Illusions: A life in the arts features two workshops, one on civic education and one on artistic expression, designed to deepen participants’ understanding of democracy and … Continue reading »

Book cover of Wool by Hugh Howey.

Faraway Fiction Book Club – Wednesday, May 20 at 6:30pm

Embark on a new adventure with each book! A book chat for lovers of Sci-Fi and Fantasy. The next meeting is Wednesday, May 20 at 6:30pm. We will be discussing: … Continue reading »

Bright green background with black text. Creating a Compelling College Application - virtual presentation for teens and parents. Wednesday, May 20 at 7:30pm. Registration required.

Creating a Compelling College Application – Virtual Program – Wednesday, May 20 at 7:30pm

Program for High Schoolers and Caregivers: Creating a Compelling College Application this Summer. Registration required to receive the zoom link for Creating a Compelling College Application. The presentation will be … Continue reading »

Green background with white text. Contemporary Ireland is Not the Ireland of Your Ancestors. Wednesday, May 27 at 6:30pm. Registration required.

Contemporary Ireland Is Not the Ireland of Your Ancestors – Wednesday, May 27 at 6:30pm

Join us for a fascinating look at Ireland’s remarkable transformation over the past 100 years. Paul Nugent of the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) will help us understand Ireland’s … Continue reading »

Light yellow background with blooming flowers of blue, pink, gold, yellow, white, purple on the top and bottom borders. Black text Flower Arranging with Kristine May 30 at 10am. Registration required.

Flower Arranging with Kristine – Saturday, May 30 at 10:00am

BYOB-Bring your own FLOWERS! Join Kristine in the process of deconstructing a store-bought bouquet. You’ll learn how to create one unique arrangement or several smaller ones using a pre-made mixed … Continue reading »

Brown embroidery background with author and Smithsonian Curator, Mary Savig, wearing a black dress with color blocks of brown and blue. She is smiling, with shoulder length dark hair. The book cover of State Fairs : Growing American Craft.

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 »

Blue texts, "Healthy Questions with Town Nurse Sammee Piette" on a white background. There is a stethoscope, keyboard with light pink keys, and pen.

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 »