The Lyme Public Library is planning to offer the following programs and activities in July. For the complete details on these activities, please call the library at 860-434-2272 or visit www.lymepl.org.
Thursday, Jul. 6, 6:00 p.m., at the Library
“What’s Up with ‘Woke’?” with Allan Dodds Frank
Award-winning investigative journalist Allan Dodds Frank discusses how and why the word “woke” has become such a flashpoint in American political rhetoris. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Friday, Jul. 7, 1:30 p.m., at the Library
Lyme Library Bridge Club
Card players meet at the library for two hours of playing Bridge. Previous experience playing Bridge is preferred, but not required.
Saturday, Jul. 8, 11:00 a.m., at the Library
“Imagine Musical Yoga” with Joan Fisler – for Ages 2-5
Part of the Lyme Public Library “Find Your Voice” Summer Reading Event
Joan Fisler of Red Barn Yoga offers a special interactive musical yoga class for children ages 2 to 5 and their grownups. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Tuesday, Jul. 11, 10:30 a.m., at the Library
“The Sweet Spot” — The Library’s Coffee Cafe
Join the monthly gathering in the library’s café to enjoy coffee, tea, pastries, games, magazines, newspapers and the company of friends and neighbors.
Tuesday, Jul. 11, 6:00 p.m., at the Library
“Tories, Spies & Traitors: Divided Loyalty in Revolutionary Connecticut”
The Connecticut Historical Society offers this presentation on both well-known and more obscure Connecticut residents of 1775 who risked and sacrificed to support their chosen side during the American Revolution. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Wednesday, Jul. 12, 10:30 a.m., at the Library
Preschool Storytime
The children’s librarian leads story time, singalongs and crafts designed for children up to age 4. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Friday, Jul. 14, 10:30 a.m., at the Library
Yoga & Meditation with Joan Fisler
Instructor Joan Fisler of Red Barn Yoga conducts 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, Jul. 14, 1:30 p.m., at the Library
Lyme Library Bridge Club
Card players meet at the library for two hours of playing Bridge. Previous experience playing Bridge is preferred, but not required.
Saturday, Jul. 15, 11:00 a.m., at the Library
Children’s Creative Movement Class – Hosted by Eastern Connecticut Ballet
Part of the Lyme Public Library “Find Your Voice” Summer Reading Event
The Eastern Connecticut Ballet offers a 45-minute creative movement class for childrens ages 3 to 6. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Saturday, Jul. 15, 2:00 p.m., at the Library
“One-on-One Tech Support Help Day with Sue Latourette”
Sue Latourette provides one-on-one tech support to Lyme residents who need assistance with email programs, cell phones, Microsoft Office, Google Docs and other technologies. To sign up for a slot in this two-hour program, fill out a sign-up sheet at the Circulation Desk.
Thursday, Jul. 20, 10:00 a.m., at the Library
“Landscape Photographs” Art Exhibit by Peter Axilrod
An exhibit by photographer Peter Axilrod that captures the beauty and majesty of the natural landscape goes on display in the Library’s Community Room. The collection of stunning black-and-white prints – which will remain on display through September – will be for sale, with a portion of the proceeds going to support the library and the Ukrainian Red Cross.
Thursday, Jul. 20, 6:00 p.m., at the Library
“Composting Basics” with Sally Ruggeri
Advanced master gardener Sally Ruggeri discusses how composting can improve gardens and landscapes, improve the environment and reduce environmental footprints. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Friday, Jul. 21, 1:00 p.m., at the Library
“As the Page Turns” Book Club
“As the Page Turns” – the book club cosponsored by the Lyme Public Library and Lymes’ Senior Center – will discuss this month’s book selection: “The Namesake” by Jhumpa Lahiri. 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.
Saturday, Jul. 22, 10:30 a.m., at the Library
Treehouse Players Workshop – Interactive Theater for Grades K-5
Part of the Lyme Public Library “Find Your Voice” Summer Reading Event
The library presents a special interactive theater adventure for children in Grades K-5 and their families. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Tuesday, Jul. 25, 4:00 p.m., at the Library
Shell & Bee Studio Art Class – Afternoon Art for Grades 1-5
Part of the Lyme Public Library “Find Your Voice” Summer Reading Event
Chelbi Wade of Shell & Bee Studio leads a fun, creative, after-school art class for elementary school students in Grades 1-5. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Tuesday, Jul. 25, 5:15 p.m., at the Library
Shell & Bee Studio Art Class – Evening Art Studio for Grades 6-12
Part of the Lyme Public Library “Find Your Voice” Summer Reading Event
Chelbi Wade of Shell & Bee Studio leads an evening art class for school students in Grades 6-12. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Tuesday, Jul. 25, 6:00 p.m., at the Library
Lyme Library American Mah Jongg Club
Mah Jongg players meet on the last Tuesday of every month for two hours of playing Maj Jongg. Previous experience playing Mah Jongg is preferred. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org
Wednesday, Jul. 26, 10:30 a.m., at the Library
Preschool Storytime
The children’s librarian leads story time, singalongs and crafts designed for children up to age 4. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Thursday, Jul. 27, 6:00 p.m., at the Library
Artist’s Reception for Peter Axilrod “Landscape Photographs” Exhibit
The library will host a reception for photographer Peter Axilrod, whose works will hang in the library from Jul. 20 to Sep. 20.
Friday, Jul. 28, 10:30 a.m., at the Library
Yoga & Meditation with Joan Fisler
Instructor Joan Fisler of Red Barn Yoga conducts 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, Jul. 28, 1:30 p.m., at the Library
Lyme Library Bridge Club
Card players meet at the library for two hours of playing Bridge. Previous experience playing Bridge is preferred, but not required.
Saturday, Jul. 29, 11:00 a.m., at the Library
STEAM Saturday “Cool-ology” Meeting
Part of the Lyme Public Library “Find Your Voice” Summer Reading Event
The library’s STEAM program will help youngsters investigate energy, forces and motion as they create their own mini-rollercoasters. The event is for children ages 6 to 11 years old. To register for the program, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
