The Lyme Public Library is planning to offer the following programs and activities in October. All events take place at the library unless otherwise noted. For the complete details on these activities, please call the library at 860-434-2272 or visit www.lymepl.org. To register for any of the programs, send an email to programreg@lymepl.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 1, 4:00 p.m.
Shell & Bee Studio Art Class – Afternoon Art for Grades 1-5
Shell & Bee Studio offers a fun, creative, afternoon art class for elementary school students in Grades 1-5.
Wednesday, Oct. 2, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Story Time
The children’s librarians read stories and lead singalongs and crafts designed for children up to age 4. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Wednesday, Oct. 2, 7:00 p.m.
Lyme Library Trivia Night Club
This trivia club meets the first Wednesday of each month, providing a fun way to connect with friends, family and neighbors.
Thursday, Oct. 3, 7:00 p.m.
Lyme Library Chess Club
The chess club is a great place to learn how to play or to play chess with advanced players.
Thursday, Oct. 3, 6:00 p.m.
“Killing Grace: A Vietnam War Mystery” Reading with Author Peter Prichard
Local author Peter Prichard discusses and reads from his new book, “Killing Grace.”
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Story Time
The children’s librarians read stories and lead singalongs and crafts designed for children up to age 4. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Thursday, Oct. 10, 5:30 p.m.
“Twice-Told Tales” Film Series with Janet Roach
Academy Award-winning screenwriter Janet Roach hosts this film series which features movies that share the same plot or screenplay, but different directors and casts. Tonight’s film is “Philadelphia Story” from 1940.
Saturday, Oct. 12, 1:00 p.m.
Lyme Library Cookbook Club
The monthly cookbook club allows residents to build their culinary skills, and prepare and share foods made from a specific cookbook’s recipes with friends and neighbors.
Tuesday, Oct. 15, 5:30 p.m.
Racial Equity Book Club (Zoom)
The library’s Racial Equity Book Club will discuss “There, There” by Tommy Orange, copies of which will be available at the circulation desk.
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Story Time
The children’s librarians read stories and lead singalongs and crafts designed for children up to age 4. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Friday, Oct. 18, 1:00 p.m.
“As the Page Turns” Lyme Library Book Club
The book club cosponsored by the Lyme Public Library and the Lymes’ Senior Center will discuss this month’s book selection, “The Vanishing Half” by Carol Anderson. Copies of the book can be picked up at the library’s circulation desk.
Saturday, Oct. 19, 11:00 a.m.
Cool-ology Wonder Tots: Halloween STEAM Lab
This program for children ages 3-6 provides hands-on learning experiences that excite kids about STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math).
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Story Time
The children’s librarians read stories and lead singalongs and crafts designed for children up to age 4. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Thursday, Oct. 24, 5:30 p.m.
“Twice-Told Tales” Film Series with Janet Roach
Academy Award-winning screenwriter Janet Roach hosts this film series which features movies that share the same plot or screenplay, but different directors and casts. Tonight’s film, which will be followed by a potluck dinner and discussion, is “High Society” from 1956.
Saturday, Oct. 26, 10:30 a.m.
El Dios de los Muertos Children’s Storytime & Celebration
The library will offer story time, crafts and face painting for children of all ages, followed by a movie.
Wednesday, Oct. 30, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Story Time
The children’s librarians read stories and lead singalongs and crafts designed for children up to age 4. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Thursday, Oct. 31, 6:00 p.m.
“Fright Night” with Connecticut Horror Writers & Film Director A.D. Calvo
This special Halloween program will feature a panel of horror authors reading from their works, book signings and a horror trivia contest, followed by a screening of the film “Sweet, Sweet Lonely Girl” by local director A.D. Calvo.