The Lyme Public Library is planning to offer the following programs and activities in December. 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, Dec. 10, 5:30 p.m.
Racial Equity Book Club (Zoom)
The library’s Racial Equity Book Club will discuss “Beautiful Country: A Memoir of an Undocumented Childhood” by Qian Julie Wang, copies of which will be available at the circulation desk.
Tuesday, Dec. 10, 6:00 p.m.
Cake-Decorating Demonstration with Barbara Gaudio
Local chef Barbara Gaudio leads a cake-decorating workshop.
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 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, Dec. 12, 6:00 p.m.
“A Butler’s Life” with Christopher Allen
Former butler Christopher Allen, author of “A Butler’s Life,” discusses his book and offers a contemporary peek in this fascinating and demanding profession.
Saturday, Dec. 14, 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.
Wednesday, Dec. 18, 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, Dec. 20, 11:15 a.m.
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.
Friday, Dec. 20, 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, “I am Malala” by Malala Yousafzai. Copies of the book can be picked up at the library’s circulation desk.
Saturday, Dec. 21, 11:00 a.m.
Cool-ology Wonder Tots
This program for children ages 3-6 provides hands-on learning experiences that excite kids about STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math). This month’s focus is on developing creativity, motor skills and spatial awareness by building with LEGO bricks.
Saturday, Dec. 28, 12:30 p.m.
Lyme Library “Stitchcraft” Club
The library’s Stitchcraft Club enables residents to practice knitting, embroidery, crocheting and other forms of stitching.
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 6:00 p.m.
Lyme Library American Mahjong Club
The library’s Mahjong Club brings together residents for two hours of playing the popular game. Previous Mahjong experience is preferred.