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Wednesday, February 19:30—11:30 AMVirtual
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Create A Marketing Plan & Marketing Brief
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 110:00—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, February 110:00—10:30 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Dance Party (Ages 2 - 5)
Come dance with us! Grown-ups will dance too.Wednesday, February 110:45—11:15 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Stories & More (Ages 2 - 5)
Storytime for Ages 2-5.Wednesday, February 112:30—2:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Monthly meeting of the Cary Library's Executive Board of Library Trustees
Monthly meeting of the Cary Library's Executive Board of Library Trustees. Due to COVID-19, these meetings are being held virtually until further notice. For the agenda and link to attend the virtual meeting, please refer to the town's public meeting calendar.
Wednesday, February 14:15—4:45 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Next Chapter Book Club (Grades 3 & 4)
Do you love to read? Would you like to meet new friends and discuss interesting books? Join our 3rd & 4th grade book club!
The book for the meeting will be available for pick up in the Children's Room.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/15).…Learn MoreWednesday, February 16:30—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, February 17:00—8:30 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
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Social Justice Book Club
Tonight we will be discussing The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America by Richard Rothstein.
This book club is being offered as a hybrid event. You have the option to attend in-person or virtually. Registration is required.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 17:00—8:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
The Ancient Art of Chinese Paper Cutting - Adult Workshop
To celebrate the Lunar New Year, the Year of the Rabbit, come and learn the ancient art of Chinese paper cutting with Zhonghe (Elena) Li. She will give a brief introduction of the art form and you will create your own pieces as she walks you through the basic techniques.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 210:15—10:45 AMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)
An interactive program of stories, songs, and rhymes for 3 to 5 year olds.Thursday, February 22:00—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, February 24:15—5:00 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
On Your Own Story Club (Grades K & 1)
For Kindergartners and 1st graders who are ready for longer stories, poetry, and some discussion.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/12, 1/19,1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16)To allow the most children to participate in our book clubs, we ask that you please choose between On Your Own Story Club and Tadpoles Book Club if your child is in 1st grade.…Learn MoreThursday, February 27:00—8:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL: “Can the Black Banjo Speak?” and Other Questions with Francesca T. Royster
Francesca T. Royster stumbled on the topic of her book Black Country Music: Listening for Revolutions while chatting with her father, a few years back, on his time as a session musician in Nashville in the 1970’s. She learned of stories of the appetite in progressive country music circles to collaborate with African American and Latinx musicians.…Learn More
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Friday, February 39:00 AM—1:00 PMAdmin Conference RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Front LawnCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Genealogy RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Large Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Learning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Living RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
MacLab classroomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Parking LotCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Reading RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
South Lobby VestibuleCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Storytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Study 1Cary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Teen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Library Opens at 1 PM
The library will open at 1 PM today due to Staff Development from 9 AM - 1 PM.
Friday, February 33:00—4:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Brickbuilders Activity Challenge (Grades K - 2)
Will you take the Brickbuilders’ Challenge? Meet other kids who love LEGO® and work together in pairs or small groups to take on a challenge.
This month's challenge: Help! A minifigure is trapped! Can you work together to build a way out?If your child becomes unable to attend this program, please notify the library as soon as possible.…Learn More
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Monday, February 610:30—11:00 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Music Monday (Ages 2 - 5)
Without music, life would b-flat!Monday, February 67:00—8:00 PMVirtual
Virtual: Book Talks Book Club (Grades 4 - 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, February 67:00—8:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL - Charlie Brown's America: How the Perpetual Loser Became America's Unlikely Hero
Every day between 1950 and 2000, as many as half of Americans started their day with Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the whole gang. Millions more incorporated the Peanuts television specials into their family's annual holiday traditions. This was a time of tremendous change in the United States, from civil rights reform to the Vietnam War to the women's rights movement to growing concern about the state of the environment.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 79:00—10:00 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
LexFUN! Baby Play (0 - 18 months & caregivers)
Calling new parents! Do you want to get out with your baby without a lot of hassle? Come and join other infants and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday mornings for LexFUN! Baby Play! Baby Play is an indoor drop-in baby group where babies (18 months and younger) can watch other babies rolling over or crawling while the grownups can enjoy chatting with other grownups - really the most important element of this event! This is event is in partnership with Cary Library's Tuesday baby programming.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 79:30—10:00 AMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Baby Laptime (prewalkers)
A gentler storytime for infants not yet walking. Rhymes, songs, and a book or two for babies and their caregivers.Tuesday, February 710:15—10:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Toddler Time (walkers - age 2)
Rhymes, songs, and a story or two for toddlers and their caregivers.Tuesday, February 74:15—4:45 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Bookmarks Book Club (Grades 2 & 3)
Do you love to read? Would you like to meet new friends and discuss interesting books? Join our 2nd & 3rd grade book club!
The book for the meeting will be available for pick up in the Children's Room.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/10, 1/24, 2/7, 2/21, 3/7, 3/21).…Learn MoreTuesday, February 76:00—8:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Teen - Dungeons and Dragons (Grades 6-12, Registration Required)
In partnership with Omar's World of Comics, Cary Library will be having Dungeon Master Noah Michelson host 4 sessions of Dungeons and Dragons. Come create your own fantasy character and join a unique campaign in this open-ended roleplaying game. No prior D&D experience is required to join and everything will be provided for you.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 77:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
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 can create.
Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this program.8
Wednesday, February 810:00—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, February 810:00—10:30 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Dance Party (Ages 2 - 5)
Come dance with us! Grown-ups will dance too.Wednesday, February 810:45—11:15 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Stories & More (Ages 2 - 5)
Storytime for Ages 2-5.Wednesday, February 84:15—4:45 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Tadpoles Book Club (Grades 1 & 2)
Do you love to read? Would you like to meet new friends and discuss interesting books? Join our 1st & 2nd grade book club!
The book for the meeting will be available for pick up in the Children's Room.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/11, 1/25, 2/8, 2/22, 3/8, 3/22).…Learn MoreWednesday, February 85:00—6:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Teen Library Leadership Council (gr 7-12)
The Teen Library Leadership Council is open to teens grades 7-12. We meet 1-2 times a month during the school year (September - June) on Wednesdays from 5-6PM. Occasionally, there will be a need for additional meetings when we are working on a specific project.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 86:00—8:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Create A Marketing Plan & Marketing Brief
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 86:30—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, February 87:00—8:00 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Shelf Indulgence - 9th grade book club
Shelf Indulgence is our book club specifically for patrons in the 9th grade grade. This club will meet monthly on Wednesday nights from 7-8PM. Winter meeting dates will be 1/11, 2/8, & 3/8. The book selection for this meeting is Love is a Revolution by Renee Watson.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 87:00—8:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL - Massachusetts Chocolate History
Most Boston visitors and students of American history know the story of the Boston Tea Party. But did you know that when the colonists stopped drinking tea due to taxation they instead turned to drinking chocolate? Infamous American patriot Paul Revere even crafted dedicated drinking chocolate pots that can be seen on view at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 99:00—11:00 AMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Friends of Cary Library - Mthly Board Mtg.
Friends of Cary Library monthly board meeting
Thursday, February 910:15—10:45 AMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)
An interactive program of stories, songs, and rhymes for 3 to 5 year olds.Thursday, February 94:15—5:00 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
On Your Own Story Club (Grades K & 1)
For Kindergartners and 1st graders who are ready for longer stories, poetry, and some discussion.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/12, 1/19,1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16)To allow the most children to participate in our book clubs, we ask that you please choose between On Your Own Story Club and Tadpoles Book Club if your child is in 1st grade.…Learn MoreThursday, February 97:00—8:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL - Extraordinary Argentina: From Buenos Aires to Tierra del Fuego with Bill Gette
On a tour he led from Buenos Aires to Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, Bill Gette visited some of the country’s most scenic locations and productive wildlife viewing areas. In Buenos Aires, Bill will take you to city parks to see a wide variety of colorful birds and then visit La Recoleta Cemetery to view the gravesite of Eva Peron - still considered by many a national hero.…Learn More
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Monday, February 1310:00—11:30 AMVirtual
Death by the Book Mystery Book Club
Join our lively group to “investigate” different types of mysteries! We choose the sub-genre, and a month before our meeting a Cary librarian compiles a list of titles for us. It’s a different take on the conventional book club. We discuss our chosen book and discover new mystery authors recommended by fellow members.…Learn More
Monday, February 1310:30—11:00 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Music Monday (Ages 2 - 5)
Without music, life would b-flat!Monday, February 131:00—2:00 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Cary Library Foundation and Cary Library Friends of the Library Meeting
Meeting of Boards of Cary Library Foundation and Cary Library Friends
Monday, February 131:15—3:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Virtual
HYBRID - The World’s Deadliest Weapon: the Submarine, from Pigboat to Planet Killer
Presented by Max Mulholland, Annapolis graduate and former decorated Naval officerRegistration is not required to attend in person, but is required to attend virtually. This program is in partnership with the Lexington Veterans Association. The submarine, first introduced as a naval weapons system in the early 1900s, has gone through remarkable developments over the past century.…Learn More
Monday, February 132:15—2:45 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Preschool Arts and Crafts (Ages 3 - 5)
Explore, learn, and create art!Monday, February 137:30—8:30 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Between the Lines - 10th-12th grade book club
Between the Lines is our book club specifically for patrons in the 10th-12th grade. This club will meet monthly on Monday nights from 7:30-8:30PM. Winter meeting dates will be 1/23, 2/13, & 3/13. The book selection for this meeting is The Grace Year by Kim Liggett .…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 149:00—10:00 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
LexFUN! Baby Play (0 - 18 months & caregivers)
Calling new parents! Do you want to get out with your baby without a lot of hassle? Come and join other infants and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday mornings for LexFUN! Baby Play! Baby Play is an indoor drop-in baby group where babies (18 months and younger) can watch other babies rolling over or crawling while the grownups can enjoy chatting with other grownups - really the most important element of this event! This is event is in partnership with Cary Library's Tuesday baby programming.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 149:30—10:00 AMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Baby Laptime (prewalkers)
A gentler storytime for infants not yet walking. Rhymes, songs, and a book or two for babies and their caregivers.Tuesday, February 1410:15—10:45 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Toddler Time (walkers - age 2)
Rhymes, songs, and a story or two for toddlers and their caregivers.Tuesday, February 143:30—4:45 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Teen Crafternoon - DIY Plushies (gr 6-12)
Join us in the Teen Room for a our monthly Teen Crafternoon. We will be making our own plushies out of felt and poly fil. Try one of our preset patterns or go wild and make your own creation! Registration opens Monday 1/30/23 at 9:00 AM.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 144:15—4:45 PMVirtual
Virtual: Page Turners Book Club (Grades 4 & 5)
Do you love to read? Would you like to meet new friends and discuss interesting books? Join our virtual 4th & 5th grade book club!
The book for the meeting will be available for pick up in the Children's Room. Instructions on how to participate in the program will be sent the day of the program.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 146:30—7:30 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Read to Lyric (grades 1 - 3)
Bring your favorite book and come practice your reading skills and read to our certified therapy dog Lyric!
Register now and you'll be assigned a 10 minute time slot at 6:30, 6:45, 7 or 7:15 pm. You'll receive a confirmation with your assigned time slot from Library staff later.…Learn More15
Wednesday, February 159:30—11:30 AMVirtual
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Applications, Cover Letters & Negotiation
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 1510:00—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, February 1510:00—10:30 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Dance Party (Ages 2 - 5)
Come dance with us! Grown-ups will dance too.Wednesday, February 1510:45—11:15 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Stories & More (Ages 2 - 5)
Storytime for Ages 2-5.Wednesday, February 1512:00—1:30 PMVirtual
Meeting of the Cary Library's Full Board of Library Trustees
Meeting of the Cary Library's Full Board of Library Trustees. Due to COVID-19, these meetings are being held virtually until further notice. For the agenda and link to attend the virtual meeting, please refer to the town's public meeting calendar. &nbs…Learn More
Wednesday, February 154:15—4:45 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Next Chapter Book Club (Grades 3 & 4)
Do you love to read? Would you like to meet new friends and discuss interesting books? Join our 3rd & 4th grade book club!
The book for the meeting will be available for pick up in the Children's Room.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/4, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/15).…Learn MoreWednesday, February 156:30—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, February 157:00—8:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL - LexSeeHer Speaker Series: “Putting Black Women on the Map: Then and Now”
“Putting Black Women on the Map: Then and Now” Virtual gallery event in conjunction with LexSeeHer’s installation at LexArt in celebration of Black History MonthJoin this special LexSeeHer Speaker Series event to celebrate Black women in Lexington’s history from the 18th century forward.…Learn More16
Thursday, February 1610:15—10:45 AMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)
An interactive program of stories, songs, and rhymes for 3 to 5 year olds.Thursday, February 164:00—5:00 PMVirtual
教中国老人的英文课 - English for Chinese-Speaking Seniors
这是LEXCSEA（列克星敦中文高级英语学院）。我们是列克星敦高中学的一个俱乐部，为了教中国老年人英文。 我们希望能帮助打破语言的障碍，因为这在当今困难时期尤其重要。请参加我们的Zoom课！This is LEXCSEA (Lexington Chinese Senior English Academy).…Learn More
Thursday, February 164:15—5:00 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
On Your Own Story Club (Grades K & 1)
For Kindergartners and 1st graders who are ready for longer stories, poetry, and some discussion.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/12, 1/19,1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16)To allow the most children to participate in our book clubs, we ask that you please choose between On Your Own Story Club and Tadpoles Book Club if your child is in 1st grade.…Learn MoreThursday, February 165:00—5:45 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
BookIt - 7th-8th grade book club
BookIt is our book club specifically for patrons in the 6th-8th grade. This club will meet monthly on Thursday nights from 5-6PM. Winter meeting dates will be 1/19, 2/16, & 3/23. The book selection for this meeting is Adrift by Tanya Guerrero. Copies of the book for this meeting will be available at the Teen Desk after 1/19.…Learn More17
Friday, February 1710:30—11:30 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Sensory Playtime (Ages 0 - 5)
Drop in and have fun with our interactive sensory stations! For children from birth through age 5. Friday, February 172:00—3:00 PMVirtual
Virtual: Kids Cooking Green presents Zucchini Pancakes (Grades K - 2)
Join our friends from Kids Cooking Green to learn how to make yummy zucchini pancakes topped with sour cream & drizzle of honey!We'll provide all the ingredients you need, you'll need to provide the following supplies from your kitchen:clean kitchen towel (to squeeze the grated zucchini in)handheld graterMeasuring cups and spoonsknife and cutting boardsaute pan to cook pancakes inspatula for flipping the pancakesMixing bowl and mixing spoonPlate and fork to eat with!An adult caregiver must be present to supervise.…Learn MoreFriday, February 173:30—4:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Build Your Own Mars Helicopter (Grades 3 - 5)
NASA sent helicopter to Mars! This helicopter is called Ingenuity and is designed to test whether or not flight is a good way to study distant bodies in space. We have sent spacecraft to other planets, but this is the first aircraft that flew on another world.…Learn MoreFriday, February 173:45—4:30 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
LHS Origami Club Comes to Cary - (gr K-8)
LHS Origami Club Comes to Cary. Join us to learn how to create fun folded pieces of art. Registration not required. Space is limited. Grades K-8. This program is part of Cary Teens Lead the Way, a program designed to highlight the interests and talents of Lexington's teens.18
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Tuesday, February 219:30—10:30 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Talk, Sing, Read, Write & Play: Early Literacy in Action! (age 0 - 5)
Come and explore our interactive early literacy stations with your child and learn how talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing encourage the development of key early literacy skills.Tuesday, February 212:30—4:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Block Party (ages 2 and up)
Join us for a special afternoon Block Party! Drop in and bring your friends and your family and see what you can build!
Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.Tuesday, February 214:00—6:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Teen - Create Your Own Manga Character (Gr 6-12)
Have you ever wanted to design your own Manga character? Professional artist Eli Portman will be on hand to teach you all the tips and guide you through drawing Manga inspired characters of your very own! Registration opens 2/6/23 at 9:00 AM.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 214:15—4:45 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Bookmarks Book Club (Grades 2 & 3)
Do you love to read? Would you like to meet new friends and discuss interesting books? Join our 2nd & 3rd grade book club!
The book for the meeting will be available for pick up in the Children's Room.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/10, 1/24, 2/7, 2/21, 3/7, 3/21).…Learn MoreTuesday, February 217:00—8:30 PMVirtual
Monday Night Book Club
Tonight we are discussing The Rose Code by Kate Quinn. Please register to get the Zoom link and passcode.22
Wednesday, February 2210:00—10:30 AMVirtual
VIRTUAL - Guided Meditation with Leslie Gabriele
Join Leslie Gabriele once a month for a 30 minute meditation session. Each month features a different theme, where you will learn techniques to help you relax, attain a calm state, and center yourself. Leslie Gabriele is the founder of With Love And Gratitude, a nonprofit organization.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 2210:00—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, February 2210:00—10:30 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Dance Party (Ages 2 - 5)
Come dance with us! Grown-ups will dance too.Wednesday, February 222:30—4:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Family Crafts (All Ages)
Drop in and get crafty with us! All ages and abilities welcome.
Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adultWednesday, February 223:30—5:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Teen - Jackbox Games (Gr 6-12)
Join us for Jackbox Games in the teen space during February vacation week! This week's games are Quiplash, Fibbage and more!. Registration is not required. Open to grades 6-12.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 224:15—4:45 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Tadpoles Book Club (Grades 1 & 2)
Do you love to read? Would you like to meet new friends and discuss interesting books? Join our 1st & 2nd grade book club!
The book for the meeting will be available for pick up in the Children's Room.
When you sign up, you are registered for the entire session (Meeting Dates: 1/11, 1/25, 2/8, 2/22, 3/8, 3/22).…Learn MoreWednesday, February 226:00—8:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Applications, Cover Letters & Negotiation
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 226:30—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, February 227:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
POSTPONED - Hearing Health and Hearing Loss with Steven D. Rauch, MD
This program has been postponed. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will post the rescheduled date as soon as possible. Hearing loss is the invisible disability that half of us 75 and older experience every day. Join Dr. Steven Rauch – clinician, researcher and educator – for a fascinating discussion of how hearing works, how and why it fails and what we can do about it.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 2310:00—11:30 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Indoor Recess (all ages)
Drop in to get your winter wiggles out! We’ll be bringing out some large-scale toys and games for a morning of self-directed gross motor play.Thursday, February 2310:30—11:30 AMLiving RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
LHS's Musical Outreach Collaboration
LHS's Musical Outreach Collaboration Club will be performing in the Living Room @ Cary. Come hear some classical and contemporary music. All ages welcome. This program is part of Cary Teens Lead the Way, a program designed to highlight the interests and talents of Lexington's teens.Thursday, February 232:00—4:00 PMTeen WorkshopCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Teen - Board Games (Gr 6-12)
Come in from the cold and try some of our board games. Justin will be on hand to showcase a few games or just come hang out and enjoy some snacks. NO registration required. Open to grades 6-12.Thursday, February 233:00—4:00 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Creative Writing Program (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.Thursday, February 237:00—8:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL - Black Artists in America with Author Earnestine Lovelle Jenkins
Join Dr. Earnestine Jenkins for a presentation about her recently published book Black Artists in America, From the Great Depression to Civil Rights. She will share images from her book to narrate a visual journey, that explores the artists, discussing how they expressed and documented the social issues and the black experience in their time.…Learn More24
Friday, February 242:30—4:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Afternoon at the Movies
Bring a snack and a blanket and join us for an afternoon family movie! (animated, Rated: PG, run time 1hr 40 min)Due to license restrictions, we can't post online the title of the film we are showing, but you can call the Children's Room and we'll be…Learn More25
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Monday, February 2710:30—11:30 AMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
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 MoreMonday, February 277:00—8:30 PMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Nonfiction Book Club
Tonight we will be discussing All About Me! My Remarkable Life in Show Business by Mel Brooks.
Monday, February 277:00—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, February 2810:00—11:30 AMLearning CenterCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Metrowest/Northwest/West Library Development Roundtable -- Cary Library Foundation
Metrowest/Northwest/West Library Development Roundtable
Tuesday, February 284:15—4:45 PMVirtual
Virtual: Page Turners Book Club (Grades 4 & 5)
Do you love to read? Would you like to meet new friends and discuss interesting books? Join our virtual 4th & 5th grade book club!
The book for the meeting will be available for pick up in the Children's Room. Instructions on how to participate in the program will be sent the day of the program.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 286:30—7:30 PMStorytime RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
Read to Lyric (grades 1 - 3)
Bring your favorite book and come practice your reading skills and read to our certified therapy dog Lyric!
Register now and you'll be assigned a 10 minute time slot at 6:30, 6:45, 7 or 7:15 pm. You'll receive a confirmation with your assigned time slot from Library staff later.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 287:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomCary Memorial Library1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420
POSTPONED - Music in the Library: Jazz Concert with Rick DiMuzio Trio
This program has been postponed. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will post the rescheduled date as soon as possible. Join us for another installment in our Music in the Library series. The Rick DiMuzio Trio is:Rick DiMuzio on saxophonewith Keala Kaumeheiwa on bassand Austin McMahon on drums Rick DiMuzio, jazz saxophonist, composer, and educator, has performed concerts and clinics throughout the United States, Europe, Central and South America, and Asia.…Learn More