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Veterans Day

All Day
Auburn Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed today for Veterans Day.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Ceramic Painting with Moon Stone Pottery

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Full
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all creative kids ages 8-12! Are you ready to unleash your inner artist? Join us at Moon Stone Pottery for our Ceramic Painting Library Program, where imagination meets fun in a colorful way!
 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Middle School (Grades 7-8)" group
This event is in the "High School (Grades 9-12)" group

Craft Club

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Whether it be crocheting, drawing, origami or something else entirely, The Teen Space Craft Club serves as a time to work on any arts and crafts related projects, share advice and learn something new.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Crafty Kids: Paper Turkey

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Crafty Kids is a weekly crafting program led by local volunteer Mary Ann Cormier. This week, kids are invited to create a paper turkey to decorate their home for the Thanksgiving holiday.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Oreo Turkeys

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

An arts & crafts project you can eat!  Our Thanksgiving themed project turns a simple Oreo into a turkey.  This program is best suited for children ages 8 to 12. The library will provide all the ingredients.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

3D Pokémon Painting

Monday, November 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We’re excited to share that the children’s department, with a bit of help from our awesome APL Technology Director, Brian, has created some cool 3D printed white canvas Pokémon minis.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Crafty Kids: Pinecone Animals

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Crafty Kids is a weekly crafting program led by local volunteer Mary Ann Cormier and children's department staff. This week, we'll provide pinecones, felt, and Poly-fil to make cute animal figures.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)" group

Diamond Art

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mr. Brandon is excited to introduce children to one of his favorite hobbies–diamond art. This involves using an adhesive canvas that has symbols and numbers to correspond with different colored gems.

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
Auburn Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Auburn Public Library will be closed today to celebrate Thanksgiving Day.

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Middle School (Grades 7-8)" group
This event is in the "High School (Grades 9-12)" group

Craft Club

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Whether it be crocheting, drawing, origami or something else entirely, The Teen Space Craft Club serves as a time to work on any arts and crafts related projects, share advice and learn something new.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Crafty Kids: Pinecone Gnome

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Crafty Kids is a weekly crafting program led by local volunteer Mary Ann Cormier. This week, we'll turn a pinecone into a gnome using colorful craft materials.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Crafty Kids: Beaded Snowflake

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Crafty Kids is a weekly crafting program led by local volunteer Mary Ann Cormier. This week, we'll create pretty snowflakes using beads and pipe cleaners.

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Middle School (Grades 7-8)" group
This event is in the "High School (Grades 9-12)" group

Craft Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Whether it be crocheting, drawing, origami or something else entirely, The Teen Space Craft Club serves as a time to work on any arts and crafts related projects, share advice and learn something new.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Crafty Kids: Cork Reindeer

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Crafty Kids is a weekly crafting program led by local volunteer Mary Ann Cormier. This week, we'll make cute reindeer with an upcycled cork, googly eyes, and more.

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

Holiday Craft Hour

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Androscoggin Community Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Androscoggin Community Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you in need of a last minute stocking stuffer? 

Itching to bring something homemade to your decorations this year?

Do you love to do crafts and get into the holiday spirit?

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-5)" group
This event is in the "Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Holiday Card-Making Station

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Maggie Trafton Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We'll provide a beautiful selection of paper and craft materials to handmake holiday cards.

Christmas Eve Closing

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Auburn Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Auburn Public Library will close at 1:00 p.m. today.

Christmas Day

All Day
Auburn Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed today for Christmas Day.

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Middle School (Grades 7-8)" group
This event is in the "High School (Grades 9-12)" group

Let's Make Comics

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every month, the Let’s Make Comics group tackles a different part of the comic making process including (but not limited to) character design, worldbuilding, and production.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Countdown to 2026: Family Celebration

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Androscoggin Community Room at Auburn Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Androscoggin Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

APL's Children's Librarian, Brandon Dyer, and Teen Librarian, Jenna Fowler, invite families to celebrate the new year at our New Year's Eve party.

New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Auburn Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Library will close today at 1:00 p.m. for New Year's Eve.

New Year's Day

All Day
Auburn Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for New Year's Day.

Martin Luther King Jr Day

All Day
Auburn Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed today for Martin Luther King Jr Day.

Presidents' Day

All Day
Auburn Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed today for Presidents' Day.