July 2022

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Sunday, July 3Closed

Cary Memorial Library

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Tuesday, July 54:15—4:45 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Summer Book Club (Entering Grades 4 & 5)

Summer Book Club (Entering Grades 4 & 5)Want to chat about books with other kids who like to read this summer?  Participate in our summer book club for kids entering grades 4 & 5 in the fall!  Each meeting will register individually, so pick the day(s) that work for your schedule or the books you want to read!Book: Sisters of the Neversea  by Cynthia Leitich SmithIn this magical, modern twist on Peter Pan, stepsisters Lily and Wendy are spirited away to Neverland by a mysterious boy and must find a way back to the family they love.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 610:00—11:30 AMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

English At Large Conversation Group

English At Large conversation group for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays, idioms, casual spoken English, and daily life situations.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 610:15—10:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Dance Party (Ages 2 - 5)

Dance Party (Ages 2 - 5)Join us for some dancing fun! Wear your dancing shoes and come dance with us! Grown-ups will dance too!…Learn More

Wednesday, July 63:00—5:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Crafternoon - Cricut Wood Door Signs (Gr 6-12)

Teen Crafternoon - Cricut Wood Door Signs (Gr 6-12)Come make a custom door sign that you design. Using our Cricut  you can make a custom stencil with images or personalized text then paint it on a wood sign that you can hang up on your door or room! ***This craft will take the full 2 hours to wait for paint and modge podge to properly dry.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 66:30—8:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Drop-in Knitting

Bring your project (any portable needle arts welcome!) to our casual gathering where you can work, talk, and share ideas together. Meets weekly on Wednesday nights from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.   If you have questions, please email Cathie Ghorbani at cghorbani@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 68:30—9:30 PMOffsite Location

OFFSITE - Firefly Walk with Christopher Cratsley

This event has been rescheduled to July 6 at 8:30pm due to the inclement weather. This program is presented in partnership with Lexington Living Landscapes. Were you inspired by the talk Dr. Cratsley gave recently on fireflies? Would you like to see them in nature with Dr.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 72:00—3:30 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Perkins Book Club

The Perkins Book Group is looking for new members for their Thursday afternoon meetings. The group is designed to bring Perkins Library members together with members of the larger community. Lexington and Arlington area residents aged 50 years and older are encouraged to join!Perkins is the free public library for people who have difficulty reading regular sized print.…Learn More

Thursday, July 74:15—4:45 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Summer Book Club (grades 1 - 3)

Summer Book Club (grades 1 - 3)Want to talk about books with other kids who like to read?  Participate in our summer book club for kids entering grades 1 - 3!  Each session will register individually, so you can pick the meetings that work best for your schedule, or the books you want to read!  Book: The Magnificent Maker's: How to Test A Friendship by Theanne Griffith.…Learn More

Thursday, July 77:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Virtual - Introduction to Ornithology with Bill Gette: Amazing Feathers

Did you know that birds are modern day dinosaurs? Birds have the feathers to prove it. Yes, dinosaurs and birds are the only animals that have ever possessed feathers. During his presentation, Bill Gette will discuss the amazing structure and utility of feathers.…Learn More
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Friday, July 82:00—4:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Friday Afternoon Movie - Raya and The Last Dragon (gr 6-12)

popcorn and textJoin us for a Friday afternoon movie in the Teen Room - Raya and the Last DragonLong ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. However, when sinister monsters known as the Druun threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity.…Learn More

Friday, July 83:30—4:00 PMParking LotCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Messy Preschool Crafts (Ages 3 - 5)

Messy Preschool Crafts (Ages 3 - 5)Drop in to create some messy art!This program will only happen weather permitting. Please call or check our calendar before coming to the library.
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Sunday, July 10Closed

Cary Memorial Library

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Monday, July 111:30—3:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Crafting Cards for Seniors

Join Marion Davis in learning how to design and create your own cards. Each month will follow a theme assigned at the workshop, but you are welcome to be as creative as you'd like. You will be able to make a special card to give to someone else or enjoy yourself.…Learn More

Monday, July 113:00—5:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen - Dungeons and Dragons (Gr 6-12)

Teen - Dungeons and Dragons (Gr 6-12)Are you interested in learning to play Dungeons and Dragons, but don't have a Dungeon Master? Or perhaps you just want to find a new group to play with and have some random adventures? Join us this summer for a series of programs featuring our local Dungeon Master Michael Epstein from Omar's World of Comics.…Learn More

Monday, July 117:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Virtual- Book Talks Book Club (Entering Grades 5 & 6)

Virtual- Book Talks Book Club (Entering Grades 5 & 6)Young people throughout history have stood up for what they believed in and fought for their rights and their freedom. Book Talks encourages readers through novels and nonfiction to take steps to becoming a citizen of the wider world and seeing a broader perspective.…Learn More

Monday, July 117:00—8:15 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Movie Screening: Reel in the Closet - Restoring LGBTQ Home Movies

Join us for a screening of the documentary Reel in the Closet: Restoring LGBTQ Home Movies. This is a documentary that reveals the real lives of LGBTQ people from the past through the best moments from hundreds of never before seen home movies dating back to the 1930s.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 1210:15—10:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Offsite Location

Summer Stories (Ages 0 - 5)

Summer Stories (Ages 0 - 5)Drop in for stories, rhymes and songs and to meet new friends!Location: Visitor's Center LawnRain Location: Large Meeting Room, Cary LibraryCall the library or check our social media in the morning to see if we'll be outside or indoors!

Tuesday, July 123:30—4:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Offsite Location

Parachute Party (Entering Grades K - 2)

Parachute Party (Entering Grades K - 2)Have a field day with coordination and cooperation playing parachute games!  Please register each participating child separately. Accompanying adults should not register but should plan to stay nearby.   This program will be held on the Visitor's Center lawn, please go directly to the Visitor's Center lawn and look for the parachute.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 127:00—8:00 PMVirtual

VIRTUAL - The Discovery of a Masterpiece

Mallory Mortillaro serves as the Curator of Collections for the Hartley Dodge Foundation in Madison, NJ. While she was cataloging the artwork housed inside of the Hartley Dodge Memorial she uncovered a masterpiece that had been lost to the art world since the 1930’s.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 1310:00—11:30 AMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

English At Large Conversation Group

English At Large conversation group for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays, idioms, casual spoken English, and daily life situations.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 1310:30—11:00 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Offsite Location

Bring-A-Bear Picnic (All Ages)

Bring-A-Bear Picnic (All Ages)Join us for our annual Bring-A-Bear picnic!  Bring your favorite teddy bear, or other stuffed friend, a blanket, and a snack and join us for some stories, songs, and games.   Weather permitting we'll be at Tower Park, please go directly to Tower Park and look for us! If the weather's bad, we'll be indoors in the Large Meeting Room! Please call that morning or check our social media to confirm the location if the weather is iffy.

Wednesday, July 133:30—5:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Crafternoon - Giant Paper Pinwheels (Gr 6-12)

Teen Crafternoon - Giant Paper Pinwheels (Gr 6-12)Make some GIANT Paper Windmills. Great for outside decoration in your room or taking out on windy days. Space is limited. Registration is required. Sign up online beginning at 9am on Monday, June 27th.  

Wednesday, July 136:30—8:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Movie Night (All welcome)

Movie Night (All welcome)Bring a snack and a blanket and join us for an evening movie! Our license won't let us advertise the title online, but you can call the Children's Room to find out what we'll be showing.

Wednesday, July 136:30—8:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Drop-in Knitting

Bring your project (any portable needle arts welcome!) to our casual gathering where you can work, talk, and share ideas together. Meets weekly on Wednesday nights from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.   If you have questions, please email Cathie Ghorbani at cghorbani@minlib.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 143:30—5:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Pop Up Art Studio - Agate Painting (gr 6-12)

Agate stone like painting and textCreate a beautiful watercolor painting of an agate slice with Pop Up Art Studio. Learn how to use a wet on wet watercolor technique and discover what happens when you sprinkle salt on wet watercolor paint. This painting is easy and fun to do. Leave the class with a striking piece of art to give as a gift or hang on your wall!  Space is limited.…Learn More

Thursday, July 143:30—4:15 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

ASL Storytime (ages 2 - 5)

ASL Storytime (ages 2 - 5)ASL interpreter and performer, Arlene, will be joining Ita at Cary library to read a story aloud in American Sign Language! Come and join us for an interactive story experience. Designed for 2 - 5 year olds but all are welcome. Stories will be told in both American Sign Language and spoken English.

Thursday, July 147:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Music in the Library: Steel Drums Concert with Jason "Panman" Roseman

Join Jason "Panman" Roseman for a delightful concert featuring steel drums, also known as steelpan. Jason will perform a variety of musical styles, including bossa nova, pop, reggae, jazz, and calypso.   Originating from the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, where steelpan was created, Jason has been a lifelong learner of music.…Learn More
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Friday, July 1510:15—10:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Baby Summer Social (Ages 0 - prewalkers)

Baby Summer Social (Ages 0 - prewalkers) A circle time for babies and caretakers followed by unstructured playtime to allow both grown ups and children to meet and make friends.

Friday, July 151:00—3:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Meet the Artist: Zehra Ellahi

Meet the 11 year old artist, Zehra Ellahi; her art is featured in July in the display cases on the main floor.…Learn More

Friday, July 152:00—4:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Friday Afternoon Movie - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (gr 6-12)

popcorn and textJoin us for a Friday afternoon movie in the Teen Room - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Bitten by a radioactive spider in the subway, Brooklyn teenager Miles Morales suddenly develops mysterious powers that transform him into the one and only Spider-Man.…Learn More

Friday, July 153:30—4:30 PMVirtual

Virtual: Kids Cooking Green Presents Peach, Mozzarella, and Basil Pizza! (Entering Grades 3 - 5)

Virtual: Kids Cooking Green Presents Peach, Mozzarella, and Basil Pizza! (Entering Grades 3 - 5)Who says pizza has to be made with tomato and pepperoni? Lets shake things up by making a Peach, Mozzarella, and Basil Pizza! We will start with a homemade dough, and then top with fruit cheese and herbs.   We'll provide all the ingredients you need, you'll need to provide the following items from your kitchen:Measuring cups & measuring spoons2 medium bowls for making pizza dough Long handle wooden spoon for stirring dough Kitchen thermometer if you have one, if not no worries.…Learn More
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Sunday, July 17Closed

Cary Memorial Library

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Monday, July 18All DayTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Take & Make - Slime! (gr 6-12)

Teen Take & Make - Slime! (gr 6-12)Stop by the Teen Room to pick up a Slime Kit. The kits will be located in the Teen Room Workshop area. Each bag will contain the supplies and instructions you need to complete this craft. Bags are available first come, first serve (no reservations or holds).…Learn More

Monday, July 183:30—4:30 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Creative Writing Program (Entering Grades 3 - 5)

Creative Writing Program (Entering Grades 3 - 5)Join us for an hour of creative writing activities. There will be games, story writing, and most importantly fun!If your child becomes unable to attend this program, please notify the library as soon as possible. Repeated 'no-shows' without notification may result in your child's removal from the club and may prohibit your child from registering for future programs.

Monday, July 184:00—6:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen - Dungeons and Dragons (Gr 6-12)

Teen - Dungeons and Dragons (Gr 6-12)Are you interested in learning to play Dungeons and Dragons, but don't have a Dungeon Master? Or perhaps you just want to find a new group to play with and have some random adventures? Join us this summer for a series of programs featuring our local Dungeon Master Michael Epstein from Omar's World of Comics.…Learn More

Monday, July 186:00—7:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Stories from the Pandemic (gr 6-8)

Pictures of tweens with COVID masks reading, writing, planting, cooking and other activities“Stories from the Pandemic” is a two-day program led by recent Lexington High School graduate Sarah Baskin. Middle schoolers will learn about primary sources and then have the chance to create their own authentic representation of what life has been like for them during the pandemic.

Monday, July 187:00—8:30 PMVirtual

Monday Night Book Club

Monday Night Book ClubTonight we are discussing Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. Please register to get the Zoom link and passcode.

Monday, July 187:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Nature Photography with Dave Ewing

Join Dave Ewing to view and critique fantastic nature photography. 1. Register for this event - you do not have to present photos to attend. When registering, identify if you are presenting or spectating2. If you are presenting, email caryprograms@minlib.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 19All DayTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Take & Makes - July (gr 6-12)

Teen Take & Makes - July (gr 6-12)Stop by the Teen Room to pick up a Slime Kit. The kits will be located in the Teen Room Workshop area. Each bag will contain the supplies and instructions you need to complete this craft. Bags are available first come, first serve (no reservations or holds).…Learn More

Tuesday, July 1910:15—10:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Offsite Location

Summer Stories (Ages 0 - 5) - INDOORS TODAY

Summer Stories (Ages 0 - 5) - INDOORS TODAYDrop in for stories, rhymes and songs and to meet new friends!Location: Large Meeting Room, Cary LibraryDue to the heat and humidity, we'll be indoors today.

Tuesday, July 194:00—5:00 PMVirtual

Teen Kids Cooking Green - Peach Salsa & Homemade Chips (gr 6-12)

Peach salsa, chips and textKids Cooking Green returns for another virtual cooking class for teens! This time, we will be making Peach Salsa & Homemade Chips. Yum! A perfect summer treat. Cary Library will provide all the ingredients you need to participate in this program.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 194:15—4:45 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Summer Book Club (Entering Grades 4 & 5)

Summer Book Club (Entering Grades 4 & 5)Want to chat about books with other kids who like to read this summer?  Participate in our summer book club for kids entering grades 4 & 5 in the fall!  Each meeting will register individually, so pick the days that work for your schedule or the books you want to read!For this meeting we'll be reading Stuntboy in the Meantime by Jason Reynolds and Raul the Third.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 196:00—7:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Stories from the Pandemic (gr 6-8) - CANCELED

Pictures of tweens with COVID masks reading, writing, planting, cooking and other activities“Stories from the Pandemic” is a two-day program led by recent Lexington High School graduate Sarah Baskin. Middle schoolers will learn about primary sources and then have the chance to create their own authentic representation of what life has been like for them during the pandemic.

Tuesday, July 197:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
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HYBRID - Beautiful Butterflies

From the large Eastern tiger swallowtail and colorful monarch to the tiny spring azure, there is a huge range of size, color and patterns in New England butterfly species. What makes a good butterfly habitat? How do you attract more of these beautiful animals? Find out more about our local butterflies and what brings them to our neighborhoods.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Take & Makes - July (gr 6-12)

Teen Take & Makes - July (gr 6-12)Stop by the Teen Room to pick up a Slime Kit. The kits will be located in the Teen Room Workshop area. Each bag will contain the supplies and instructions you need to complete this craft. Bags are available first come, first serve (no reservations or holds).…Learn More

Wednesday, July 2010:00—11:30 AMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

English At Large Conversation Group

English At Large conversation group for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays, idioms, casual spoken English, and daily life situations.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 2010:15—10:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Dance Party (Ages 2 - 5)

Dance Party (Ages 2 - 5)Join us for some dancing fun! Wear your dancing shoes and come dance with us! Grown-ups will dance too!…Learn More

Wednesday, July 203:30—5:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Crafternoon - Infinity Photo Cubes (Gr 6-12)

Teen Crafternoon - Infinity Photo Cubes (Gr 6-12)Bring in some photos or look some images up and make your very own folding and unfolding photo cube. If you are bringing in your own photos/images this craft has 6 sides that are 3"x3' and you can either do two 6"x3" or some more 3'x3'Space is limited.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 204:00—4:45 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Toe Jam Concert (ages 3 and up)

Toe Jam Concert (ages 3 and up)The Toe Jam Puppet Band is back! Join us for some silly fun with our friends Mr. Tom and Mr. Vinny! Silly songs, lots of dancing, wacky hats, puppets & bubbles - you never know what fun will happen with the Toe Jam Puppet Band! Registration required.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 206:30—8:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Drop-in Knitting

Bring your project (any portable needle arts welcome!) to our casual gathering where you can work, talk, and share ideas together. Meets weekly on Wednesday nights from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.   If you have questions, please email Cathie Ghorbani at cghorbani@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 207:00—8:00 PMVirtual

VIRTUAL - Climate Justice - Addressing the Disproportionate Impacts of Climate Change

Climate change - the number one existential threat to humanity and the planet – is often described as an environmental problem with scientific solutions, but it’s more than that. Where does social justice and climate change overlap? How does identity (race, ethnicity, gender, etc.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 21All DayTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Take & Makes - July (gr 6-12)

Teen Take & Makes - July (gr 6-12)Stop by the Teen Room to pick up a Slime Kit. The kits will be located in the Teen Room Workshop area. Each bag will contain the supplies and instructions you need to complete this craft. Bags are available first come, first serve (no reservations or holds).…Learn More

Thursday, July 212:30—3:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Family Crafts (All Ages)

Family Crafts (All Ages)Children of all ages and abilities and their caregivers are invited to get crafty with us. Stay for the whole hour, or just a little bit!  No registration necessary. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Thursday, July 214:15—4:45 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Summer Book Club (grades 1 - 3)

Summer Book Club (grades 1 - 3)Want to talk about books with other kids who like to read?  Participate in our summer book club for kids entering grades 1 - 3!  Each session will register individually, so you can pick the meetings that work best for your schedule, or the books you want to read!  For this meeting we will be reading Dragonsitter by Josh Lacey.…Learn More

Thursday, July 217:00—8:00 PMLiving RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Reader's Roundtable

Are you looking for your next great read? Do you love sharing your recommendations? Join us for our very first Reader's Roundtable where staff and attendees will have a chance to talk about the books they have enjoyed. Registration is limited to 20 attendees.…Learn More
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Friday, July 22All DayTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Take & Makes - July (gr 6-12)

Teen Take & Makes - July (gr 6-12)Stop by the Teen Room to pick up a Slime Kit. The kits will be located in the Teen Room Workshop area. Each bag will contain the supplies and instructions you need to complete this craft. Bags are available first come, first serve (no reservations or holds).…Learn More

Friday, July 229:30 AM—12:00 PMParking LotCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

CANCELLED - Truck Day (All ages welcome)

CANCELLED - Truck Day  (All ages welcome)Due to the extremely high temperatures forecasted, Truck Day has been cancelled.   We hope to reschedule for later this fall. Come meet our friends from the Fire Department, the Police Department, and the Department of Public Works and see the trucks they drive! You'll be able to climb in and explore them and talk to the drivers! And as a special treat, all kids can have a popsicle or ice cream sandwich from Mo's Ice Cream Truck thanks to the Friends of Cary Library!No registration required.

Friday, July 222:30—3:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Tiny Tools for Tiny Hands: Fine Motor Fun! (ages 2 - 5)

Tiny Tools for Tiny Hands: Fine Motor Fun! (ages 2 - 5)Your child’s hands are their first and most important tools! Join us and our friends from Family ACCESS Community Connections for a variety of Fine Motor Fun Activities that will help to build and strengthen the small muscles in your child’s hands, and support essential skills like getting dressed, brushing teeth, feeding yourself, turning book pages, writing, drawing, cutting and more! Inspired by the Boston Children’s Museum’s Tools for Tiny Hands Curriculum.…Learn More
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Saturday, July 2310:00 AM—12:00 PMOffsite Location

CANCELED - Outdoor Nature Photography

This event has been canceled due to the forecast of high heat. Join Dave Ewing at an outdoor location to take pictures for the Nature Photography class or for your own pleasure. Dave will teach different techniques and provide helpful tips to improve your photography skills.…Learn More
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Sunday, July 24Closed

Cary Memorial Library

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Monday, July 2510:00—11:00 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Kidstock presents Jingle the Jester (ages 5 and up)

Kidstock presents Jingle the Jester (ages 5  and up)Join Kidstock Creative Theater for a fun, interactive show!  Each child will have the chance to be involved, either through audience “call and response” or by volunteering to join the show as a character in the story. Due to limited space, only children will be allowed to register and participate in this program, unless an accommodation is requested.…Learn More

Monday, July 253:00—5:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen - Dungeons and Dragons (Gr 6-12)

Teen - Dungeons and Dragons (Gr 6-12)Are you interested in learning to play Dungeons and Dragons, but don't have a Dungeon Master? Or perhaps you just want to find a new group to play with and have some random adventures? Join us this summer for a series of programs featuring our local Dungeon Master Michael Epstein from Omar's World of Comics.…Learn More

Monday, July 257:00—8:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Nonfiction Book Club

Tonight we will be discussing There is Nothing for You Here: Finding Opportunity in the Twenty-First Century by Fiona Hill.  

Monday, July 257:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Music in the Library: Classical Music with the Boston Public Quartet

Boston Public Quartet members Jason Amos, viola, Betsy Hinkle, violin and Lev Mamuya, cello, will perform works for string trio and duo by household name composers like Bach and Beethoven, alongside historically excluded composers like Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson and Adolphus Hailstork.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 2610:15—10:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Offsite Location

Summer Stories (Ages 0 - 5)

Summer Stories (Ages 0 - 5)Drop in for stories, rhymes and songs and to meet new friends!Location: Hastings ParkRain Location: Large Meeting Room, Cary LibraryCall the library or check our social media in the morning to see if we'll be outside or indoors!

Tuesday, July 261:00—2:00 PMVirtual

VIRTUAL - Art Quake: How Artists Disrupted the Art World and Changed Art History

Some of the art from the 19th century onward has disrupted, challenged, and changed what artists do, the definition of art, and its relation to society. Join Susie Hodge in learning about pieces of art that influenced these changes, from artists who defied Victorian cultural rules and scandalizing abstract paintings, to works of protest and conceptual twists, experience the scope of the modern art world.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 263:00—5:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teens - Watercolor Pencils Art Class (Gr 6-12)

Teens - Watercolor Pencils Art Class (Gr 6-12)Paint some beautiful watercolor art using watercolor pencils! Space Limited. Registration Required. Open to rising 6th graders and up…Learn More

Tuesday, July 267:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Block Party (ages 2 and up)

Block Party (ages 2 and up)Drop in and build with our LEGO® bricks! Bring your Mom, your Grandpa, your friend, your cousin, and see what you create. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Wednesday, July 2710:00—11:30 AMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

English At Large Conversation Group

English At Large conversation group for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays, idioms, casual spoken English, and daily life situations.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 2710:15—10:45 AMParking LotCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Messy Preschool Crafts (Ages 3 - 5)

Messy Preschool Crafts (Ages 3 - 5)Drop in to create some messy art!This program will only happen weather permitting. Please call or check our calendar before coming to the library.

Wednesday, July 2712:00—1:00 PMVirtual

VIRTUAL- LexSeeHer Speaker Series: Dr. Jyoti Puri, Women's Visibility Banner Honoree

LexSeeHer is excited to welcome Dr. Puri to the Speaker Series. A 2022 Guggenheim Fellowship recipient, Dr. Puri will share her work as a professor of Sociology at Simmons University, U. S. A. Puri is one of the leading feminist sociologists who advocates transnational approaches towards gender, sexuality, and feminism among other disciplines.

Wednesday, July 273:30—5:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Crafternoon - Squishy Keychains (Gr 6-12)

Teen Crafternoon - Squishy Keychains (Gr 6-12)Make your own custom keychains that have a delightful little squish with paints and glue guns. Space is limited. Registration is required. Sign up online beginning at 9am on Monday, July 11th.  

Wednesday, July 276:30—8:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Movie Night (All welcome)

Movie Night (All welcome)Bring a snack and a blanket and join us for an evening movie! Our license won't let us advertise the title online, but you can call the Children's Room to find out what we'll be showing.

Wednesday, July 276:30—8:00 PMGenealogy RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Drop-in Knitting

Bring your project (any portable needle arts welcome!) to our casual gathering where you can work, talk, and share ideas together. Meets weekly on Wednesday nights from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.   If you have questions, please email Cathie Ghorbani at cghorbani@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 277:00—8:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Middle School Summer Read Discussion

Person on back outside reading a bookHello middle schoolers! Do you like to read and talk about books? This summer, we will get together in the middle of the summer for a 6th-8th Grade Summer Read Discussion. Join us on 7/27  when we explore The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 284:00—6:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Board Game Afternoon (Gr 6-12)

Teen Board Game Afternoon (Gr 6-12)If you're looking to try some of our MANY board games come hang out this afternoon and Justin will be on hand to showcase some of our new games. Come alone or bring some friends!No registration required. Grades 6-12

Thursday, July 286:30—8:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

DIY Fruit Tote Bags

Join us to make your own fruit themed tote bags! Use our templates for lemons, limes, cherries, strawberries, oranges, and blueberries - or draw your own! We'll supply the paint and bags - you supply the creativity!This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation.…Learn More
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Friday, July 292:00—4:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Teen Friday Afternoon Movie - Emma (gr 6-12)

popcorn and textJoin us for a Friday afternoon movie in the Teen Room - Emma. Following the antics of a young woman, Emma Woodhouse, who lives in Georgian- and Regency-era England and occupies herself with matchmaking - in sometimes misguided, often meddlesome fashion- in the lives of her friends and family.

Friday, July 292:15—2:45 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Baby Summer Social (Ages 0 - prewalkers)

Baby Summer Social (Ages 0 - prewalkers)A circle time for babies and caretakers followed by unstructured playtime to allow both grown ups and children to meet and make friends.
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Sunday, July 31Closed

Cary Memorial Library