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Throughout its history, Connecticut’s LGBTQ population has moved from leading hidden, solitary lives to claiming visible, powerful, valuable, and contributing places in society. Join us to explore the history of that experience: stories of oppression and resilience, tragedy and triumph.
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Violinist/Violist Irene Rissi will be joined by Pianist Andrew Earhart for a delightful evening of music to welcome this year's summer solstice. We hope to see you there!
No registration required. This program will be held in the East Lyme Senior Center.
This program is canceled.
The book for this meeting is The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley.
A men’s book discussion group meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
This discussion will be held in the East Lyme Room.
No registration necessary.
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The book for this meeting is Blessing of the Lost Girls by J. A. Jance.
A mystery book discussion group meets on the last Thursday of each month at 11:00 am.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
This discussion will be held in the East Lyme Room.
No registration necessary.
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Calling all adventurers! Join us for an afternoon of Dungeons and Dragons. Ages 6 and up. All skill levels welcome.
Registration required. Limited to 8 participants. Click here to register.
For the past 15 years, Endre Sarkany has presented his life story of growing up during the Holocaust, living under the brutality of the Soviet regime in Hungary, and finding a home in the United States. Born in Budapest, Hungary on October 31, 1936, Endre lived inside the Budapest Ghetto during the Holocaust.
Following the October 1956 uprising, Endre escaped Hungary and immigrated to the United States. After receiving his Bachelor’s degree from Tusculum University in Tennessee and his Master of Science degree in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, Endre worked for the McDonnell Douglas Corporation and IBM. Registration required.
Program registration is closed.
The books for this meeting are Jurassic Park and The Lost World by Michael Crichton.
A science fiction and fantasy book discussion group meets bimonthly on the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
No registration necessary.
This discussion will be held in in the East Lyme Room.
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The book for this meeting is The Librarian of Burned Books by Brianna Labuskes.
A book discussion group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
No registration necessary.
This discussion will be held in in the East Lyme Room.
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Location: Brookside Farm Museum
The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees by Douglas W. Tallamy
Meeting at the museum—designated a Homegrown National Park—we’ll witness the trees in their full springtime splendor as we discuss how to foster ecological health in our own backyards. Each session in this book group begins with a presentation by a local expert on nurturing biodiversity in our region. To kick off the series, we’re thrilled to host a virtual presentation by author Douglas W. Tallamy! Books are available for checkout at the library or for purchase at the event.
Please register by emailing brooksidefarmmuseum@gmail.com
An American anti-Western crime drama film produced and directed by Martin Scorsese, who co-wrote the screenplay with Eric Roth. Based on the 2017 book by David Grann the story is set in 1920s Oklahoma and focuses on a series of murders in the Osage Nation after oil was discovered on tribal land. The tribal members had retained mineral rights on their reservation, but a corrupt local political boss sought to steal the wealth.
No Registration Required.
The book for this meeting is Hands Down by Felix Francis.
A mystery book discussion group meets on the last Thursday of each month at 11:00 am.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
This discussion will be held in the East Lyme Room.
No registration necessary.
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The book for this meeting is Eruption by Michael Crichton and James Patterson.
A men’s book discussion group meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
This discussion will be held in the East Lyme Room.
No registration necessary.
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Looking to test your knowledge? Join the fun and pit yourself against our quiz questions for a night of trivia. Come by yourself or with family and friends. All ages welcome!
This program will be held in the East Lyme Senior Center. Registration is required. Click here to register.
From the recession of the glaciers to the present, Native Americans have adapted to changing environments and social landscapes. Former state archaeologist, Nicholas Bellantoni, will review Native American cultural changes from the recession of the glaciers to European settlement based on archaeological studies, including the East Lyme area.
Calling all adventurers! Join us for an afternoon of Dungeons and Dragons. Ages 6 and up. All skill levels welcome.
Registration required. Limited to 8 participants.
PROGRAM IS FULL. Please Click here to registerfor the wait list.
The book for this meeting is Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Explore the eerie realm of fiction alongside fellow horror fans. Delve into spine-tingling stories, from haunted mansions to bloodthirsty slashers, in Terrifying Tomes—a horror book group that meets every other month in the East Lyme Room. Borrow copies at the circulation desk and remember to keep the lights on!
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Location: Brookside Farm Museum
The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees by Douglas W. Tallamy
Meeting at the museum—designated a Homegrown National Park—we’ll witness the trees in their full springtime splendor as we discuss how to foster ecological health in our own backyards. Each session in this book group begins with a presentation by a local expert on nurturing biodiversity in our region. To kick off the series, we’re thrilled to host a virtual presentation by author Douglas W. Tallamy! Books are available for checkout at the library or for purchase at the event.
Please register by emailing brooksidefarmmuseum@gmail.com
The book for this meeting is The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki.
A book discussion group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
No registration necessary.
This discussion will be held in in the East Lyme Room.
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Location: Senior Center
Ready to unwind, and feel awesome? This workshop is all about finding balance through yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. In a relaxed, and supportive environment you’ll be guided through simple yet powerful practices to help you de-stress and tune into your mind and body. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned practitioner, this workshop will help you discover a deeper connection to yourself and help calm your overworked mind.
Registration Required. Attendance encouraged for both sessions. Ages 16 and up. Click here to register.
Certified yoga instructor Lisa Terenzio will teach the practice of “therapeutic yoga”, a form of complementary and integrative medicine that uses evidence-based yoga practices to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Registration required. Limited space. Click here to register.
Location: Senior Center
Ready to unwind, and feel awesome? This workshop is all about finding balance through yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. In a relaxed, and supportive environment you’ll be guided through simple yet powerful practices to help you de-stress and tune into your mind and body. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned practitioner, this workshop will help you discover a deeper connection to yourself and help calm your overworked mind.
Registration Required. Attendance encouraged for both sessions. Ages 16 and up. Click here to register.
The book for this meeting is Sonny Liston was a Friend of Mine by Thom Jones.
A men’s book discussion group meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
This discussion will be held in the East Lyme Room.
No registration necessary.
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Join the Library’s newest book club! Each month we’ll read and discuss a book that explores the history of our area. Times and discussion leaders will vary. Don’t miss our meetings in November and December. You’ll enjoy this month’s discussion of Stories of East Lyme by Olive Tubbs Chendali whether you’ve read the whole book or just the chapters that interest you. Books available at the Circulation Desk. No registration required.
The book for this meeting is After That Night by Karin Slaughter.
A mystery book discussion group meets on the last Thursday of each month at 11:00 am.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
This discussion will be held in the East Lyme Room.
No registration necessary.
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Experience the soul of 19th century Spain in this evocative concert. This program showcases iconic works by Isaac Albeniz, Enrique Granados, and Joaquin Turina, alongside guitar transcriptions of compositions by Chopin, Saint-Saens, Meyerbeer and others. Enhancing the audio journey, the concert features a screening of photographs and paintings that resonate with the music's themes. Don’t miss this multi-sensory voyage!
Registration required. Click here to register.
Looking for adventure? Join us! Ages 6 and up. All skill levels welcome.
Registration required. Click here to register. Limited to 6 participants.
Julia Kushigian’s new book explores the question: what does the end of civilization look like? Societal collapse? Plagues or disease? AI? Climate change? Or something unknown to us? Working from Antiquity through multiple cultures, histories, and religious beliefs to present day, the Apocalypse affects all, regardless of social class, religious beliefs, sexuality, gender, race or ethnicity. Registration is required. Click here to register.
Get creative! Join the East Lyme Public Library’s Community Art Project and Exhibition: Memory Forest, in celebration of National Library Week 2025: Drawn to the Library!
Create a unique piece of artwork that reflects on your own remarkable story. Explore noteworthy memories and triumphs, draw, make prints of your artwork, and add text to illustrate your image. Artworks will be on display in the Community Center during the month of April.
This is an intergenerational event for adults and children (ages 12 and up). Registration Required. Please select one of the three sessions. Click here to register. This program will be held in the Community Center Lobby.
Get creative! Join the East Lyme Public Library’s Community Art Project and Exhibition: Memory Forest, in celebration of National Library Week 2025: Drawn to the Library!
Create a unique piece of artwork that reflects on your own remarkable story. Explore noteworthy memories and triumphs, draw, make prints of your artwork, and add text to illustrate your image. Artworks will be on display in the Community Center during the month of April.
This is an intergenerational event for adults and children (ages 12 and up). Registration Required. Please select one of the three sessions. Click here to register. This program will be held in the Community Center Lobby.
The book for this meeting is Sword Catcher by Cassandra Clare.
A science fiction and fantasy book discussion group meets bimonthly on the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm.
Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.
No registration necessary.
This discussion will be held in in the East Lyme Room.
Click on this event for more information on the book.
All programs are free and open to all.
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