The Lyme Public Library is planning to offer the following programs and activities in October. For the complete details on any of these activities, please call the library at 860-434-2272 or visit www.lymepl.org.
Children’s Programs & Activities
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 4:00 p.m., at the Library
Afternoon Art Studio for Students in Grades 1-5
Local artist and educator Margo Packer will instruct students in Grades 1-5 how to create an expressive artistic project that can be taken home. Supplies will be provided. Students under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 5:00 p.m., at the Library
Evening Art Studio for Young Adults in Grades 6-12
Local artist and educator Margo Packer will instruct students in Grades 6-12 how to create an expressive artistic project. Supplies will be provided. Students under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 4:00 p.m., at the Library
Afternoon Art Studio for Students in Grades 1-5
Local artist and educator Margo Packer will instruct students in Grades 1-5 how to create an expressive artistic project that can be taken home. Supplies will be provided. Students under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 5:00 p.m., at the Library
Evening Art Studio for Young Adults in Grades 6-12
Local artist and educator Margo Packer will instruct students in Grades 6-12 how to create an expressive artistic project. Supplies will be provided. Students under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Adult Programs & Activities
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 6:30 p.m., on Zoom
Racial Equity Book Club
The Lyme Public Library’s Racial Equity Book Club will discuss “White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People To Talk about Racism” by Dr. Robin D’Angelo, copies of which will be available at the circulation desk. The event is cosponsored by the Bigelow Library in Clinton, Massachusetts. To register for the program and receive the Zoom link, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 6:00 p.m., at the Library
Meet the Author: David Handler
Local author David Handler will discuss his most recent book, “The Lady in the Silver Cloud,” and discuss his use of local landmarks and characters. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Friday, Oct. 7, 10:30 a.m., at the Library
Yoga & Meditation with Joan Fisler of Red Barn Yoga
Joan Fisler will conduct a yoga and meditation class, no experience necessary. Cost is $10 at the door. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Saturday, Oct. 8, 1:00 p.m., at the Library
Library Cookbook Club
Each month, club participants bring in foods made from a specific cookbook’s recipes to share with the group and build their culinary skills. To register for the club, or for more information on this month’s cookbook or the club itself, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Friday, Oct. 14, 5:00 p.m. – 7 :00 p.m., at the Library
Friends of the Lyme Public Library Special Book Sale Fundraiser – Day 1
The Friends of the Lyme Public Library will hold a special fundraiser featuring an excellent selection of art and architecture books.
Saturday, Oct. 15, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., at the Library
Friends of the Lyme Public Library Special Book Sale Fundraiser – Day 2
The special book sale fundraiser continues and wraps up today.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m., on Zoom
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Tapping with Lori Lamont
EFT trainer and practitioner Lori Lamont will provide an introduction to EFT tapping, a form of acupressure that focuses on key meridian points on the body to reduce stress, anxiety and fear. To register for the program and receive the Zoom link, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 6:30 p.m., at the Library
“Connecticut’s 169 Club: Your Passport & Guide To Exploring CT” with Martin Padskoch
Historian and author Martin Padskoch shares highlights from his new book, “Connecticut’s 169 Club: Your Passport and Guide To Exploring Connecticut,” which features Connecticut towns, villages and landmarks. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Friday, Oct. 21, 10:30 a.m., at the Library
Yoga & Meditation with Joan Fisler of Red Barn Yoga
Joan Fisler will conduct a yoga and meditation class, no experience necessary. Cost is $10 at the door. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Friday, Oct. 21, 1:00 p.m., at the Library
“As the Page Turns” Book Club Monthly Meeting
“As the Page Turns” – the book club cosponsored by the Lyme Public Library and Lymes’ Senior Center – will discuss “The D-Day Girls” by Sarah Rose. Copies of the book can be picked up at the library’s circulation desk. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2:00 p.m., at the Library
Lyme Volunteer Fair
The library, together with the Lyme Democratic Town Committee and Lyme Republican Town Committee, will hold a volunteer fair from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to help local residents identify volunteer opportunities with town boards, commissions and other affiliated organizations that would welcome their skills, time and expertise. The event is open to all. No registration is required.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2:00 p.m., at the Library
“10 Tips To Manage Stress” with Dr. Wendy Hurwitz
Dr. Wendy Hurwitz will provide 10 easy-to-learn tips and techniques to help manage stress and maximize vitality. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
