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Christmas Eve Closing

1:00pm–6:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

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

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed today for Christmas Day.

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

Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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: Scavenger Hunt
Event Details:

Drop into the children's room from December 22nd through January 3rd for a gingerbread-themed scavenger hunt. Find all 12 pictures of gingerbread cookies scattered throughout the room, and win a small prize from our prize drawer.

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
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)" group

Board Game Drop-In

10:00am–12:00pm
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop into the children's department to play board games with your friends and family. We'll provide a small selection of games, but feel free to bring your own. No registration is required.

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

LEGO Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
STEAM/STEM
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: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

We have all the LEGOs and space you need, just bring your imagination. Please note that this program is not suitable for very young children due to small pieces presenting a choking hazard. Registration is not required.

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

Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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: Scavenger Hunt
Event Details:

Drop into the children's room from December 22nd through January 3rd for a gingerbread-themed scavenger hunt. Find all 12 pictures of gingerbread cookies scattered throughout the room, and win a small prize from our prize drawer.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months)" 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

Read to a Dog: Meadow

9:00am–10:00am
Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), 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: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Event Details:

Meet Renée Brezovsky and her therapy dog, Meadow. Meadow is a blue merle Australian Shepherd who is excited to meet you. Sign up for your child's 15-minute appointment to read to Meadow. Call the library to register at 207-333-6640, x3. 

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

Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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: Scavenger Hunt
Event Details:

Drop into the children's room from December 22nd through January 3rd for a gingerbread-themed scavenger hunt. Find all 12 pictures of gingerbread cookies scattered throughout the room, and win a small prize from our prize drawer.

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

Family Movie Matinee: A Minecraft Movie

2:00pm–3:45pm
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Movie
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), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Drop into a free viewing of A Minecraft Movie. No registration is required. Parents/caregivers must stay with their child(ren) during the movie. Rated PG, running time: 1 hour 41 minutes.

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

Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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: Scavenger Hunt
Event Details:

Drop into the children's room from December 22nd through January 3rd for a gingerbread-themed scavenger hunt. Find all 12 pictures of gingerbread cookies scattered throughout the room, and win a small prize from our prize drawer.

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

Book Bingo

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Other
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: Other
Event Details:

Are you looking for a fun activity to do during winter vacation? Drop into Book Bingo! You'll have the opportunity to win several small prizes throughout the hour. This program is best for children in grades K–6 and their families.

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

Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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: Scavenger Hunt
Event Details:

Drop into the children's room from December 22nd through January 3rd for a gingerbread-themed scavenger hunt. Find all 12 pictures of gingerbread cookies scattered throughout the room, and win a small prize from our prize drawer.

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

11:30am–12:00pm
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Arts & Crafts, Other
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

1:00pm–6:00pm
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
Closing
Branches:
Auburn Public Library
Description:

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

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

Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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: Scavenger Hunt
Event Details:

Drop into the children's room from December 22nd through January 3rd for a gingerbread-themed scavenger hunt. Find all 12 pictures of gingerbread cookies scattered throughout the room, and win a small prize from our prize drawer.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-5)" group

Music Together Demo for Ages 5 & Younger

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Music
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come enjoy some music and movement for kids ages 5 and younger, and the grownups who love them!

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

LEGO Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
STEAM/STEM
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: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

We have all the LEGOs and space you need, just bring your imagination. Please note that this program is not suitable for very young children due to small pieces presenting a choking hazard. Registration is not required.

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

Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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: Scavenger Hunt
Event Details:

Drop into the children's room from December 22nd through January 3rd for a gingerbread-themed scavenger hunt. Find all 12 pictures of gingerbread cookies scattered throughout the room, and win a small prize from our prize drawer.

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
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)" group

Board Game Drop-In

10:30am–12:00pm
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's 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), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop into the children's department to play board games with your friends and family. We'll provide a small selection of games, but feel free to bring your own. No registration is required.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-5)" group

Tiny Tunes

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Music
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Tiny Tunes is a fun music and movement program for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Siblings are welcome. No registration is required.

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: Skiing Snowman

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Arts & Crafts
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 paper plate into a snowman who skis across the scene.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-5)" group

Preschool Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Story Time
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Story Time is a fun session of storytelling, singing, and crafting. This activity is best suited for children aged between 3 to 5 years and siblings are more than welcome to participate. No prior registration is needed.

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

Homeschool Thursday: Learn How to Write Your Name in Morse Code

2:00pm–2:45pm
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
STEAM/STEM
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: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Celebrate National Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day! Library staff will provide children ages 5–12 with craft supplies to write their names in dots and dashes using Morse code.