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Read ME Book Discussion: Lungfish by Meghan Gilliss

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Book Discussions
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Read ME is a statewide summer reading program offered by the Maine Humanities Council and Maine State Library that gets Maine’s adults all reading the same books. Each year a well-known Maine author recommends two titles by lesser-known Maine authors...
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 2-4)" group.

Playgroup for Ages 5 & Younger

10:00am - 11:00am
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-4)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us for a special playtime for children ages birth to five. We'll provide the play space and toys. Come have a fun morning out and make new friends. Siblings are welcome. No registration is required. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)" group.

LEGO Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)
Program Type: Other

Join us for LEGO club. We'll provide the LEGOs and the space and you provide your imagination!! This program is not suitable for very young children due to small pieces presenting a choking hazard. No registration is required.

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

Monday Book Group

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Book Club, Book Discussions
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: First Floor
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, Book Discussions
Event Details:
The Monday Book Group meets on the second Monday of the month, with adjustments for holidays. Please join us for a casual discussion, new members are welcome!  Our July selection is The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-4)" group.
This event is in the "School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)" group.

Try-it Tuesday: Shark Scene

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-4), School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Please note the time change to 1 pm. Create your own shark scene with children's department volunteer, Mary Ann Cormier. We'll supply everything you need. This program is for kids of all ages. No registration is required. No outside agencies. ...

Try something new each Tuesday with children's staff and local volunteers

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)" group.

Teen Summer Book Club

3:00pm - 3:00pm
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
The summer book club runs for 8 weeks and your participation is crucial to making each meeting fun and engaging. This summer's read is Out of Nowhere by Maine author, Maria Padian. You’ll have a set number of pages to read each week, and snacks will ...
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.

Teens Movie Matinee

10:00am - 12:00pm
Movie
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: Movie
Event Details:
Come up to the Teen Room at 3PM sharp to settle in for a movie. Snacks will be served! ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-4)" group.

Preschool Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-4)
Program Type: Story Time

Join us for stories, songs, and a craft. Best for children ages 2 - 5, siblings are welcome. No registration is required.

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.

LEGO Build

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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:
Join Julia and Terry in the Teen Room to get creative with Legos on a group build. You’ll be free to embark on your own construction adventure as well. Feel free to bring your own Legos! ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-4)" group.
This event is in the "School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)" group.

Story Time with Ms. Jenn

10:00am - 10:45am
Story Time
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-4), School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:
Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time. We'll read stories, sing songs, dance, and do a craft. This story time is best for toddlers through early elementary-aged children. No registration is required. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Join Children's Librarian, Brandon Dyer for APL Book Club. We will be reading historical fiction set all over the state of Maine! Kids who can commit to attending all three sessions of APL Book Club will be given a free copy of the book We Own the Sk...
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group.

Disability Rights Maine Info Session

10:00am - 11:30am
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: First Floor
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Carly, a Community Mental Health Advocate from Disaiblity Rights Maine will be at APL during this time to provide information and answer questions about accessing mental health services within the community.  Learn how to acess services you may ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-4)" group.
This event is in the "School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)" group.

Try-it Tuesday: Seashell Canvas

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-4), School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Please note the time change to 1 pm. Join local volunteer, Mary Ann Cormier, to create a beautiful seashell picture on canvas. All supplies will be provided. No registration is required. No outside agencies. ...

Try something new each Tuesday with children's staff and local volunteers

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)" group.

Teen Summer Book Club

3:00pm - 3:00pm
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
The summer book club runs for 8 weeks and your participation is crucial to making each meeting fun and engaging. This summer's read is Out of Nowhere by Maine author, Maria Padian. You’ll have a set number of pages to read each week, and snacks will ...
This event is in the "High School (Grades 9-12)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group.

Internet Safety

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Technology
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: High School (Grades 9-12), Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Staying safe online is essential in today’s world. This class teaches you how to keep your information and your computer/devices safe. This program will take place in our Computer Lab.  Registration is required and you may do so by completing...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-4)" group.
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-4)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:
Maine-based author/illustrator, Cathryn Falwell, will be hosting this very special session of preschool story time. Cathryn has written several award-winning books for children. This program is best for children ages 3–5, siblings are welcome. No reg...
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.

Game Time

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other
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: Other
Event Details:
From Settlers of Catan to Solitaire, we’ll have a range of games out in the Teen Room to try. Julia will also prepare a one-off RPG to play each month (D&D style)! ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-4)" group.
This event is in the "School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)" group.

Story Time with Ms. Jenn

10:00am - 10:45am
Story Time
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-4), School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:
Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time. We'll read stories, sing songs, dance, and do a craft. This story time is best for toddlers through early elementary-aged children. No registration is required. ...
This event is in the "School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)" group.

Mr. Drew's Bug Food Fun

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cooking, Performance
Registration
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Androscoggin Community Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)
Program Type: Cooking, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Did you know around 3,000 ethnic groups practice entomophagy? Human insect-eating (anthropo-entomophagy) is common to cultures in most parts of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Eighty percent o...
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 2-4)" group.

Playgroup for Ages 5 & Younger

10:00am - 11:00am
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-4)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us for a special playtime for children ages birth to five. We'll provide the play space and toys. Come have a fun morning out and make new friends. Siblings are welcome. No registration is required. ...
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.

The Brunch Bunch

10:00am - 11:00am
Other
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: Other
Event Details:
Enjoy a hot beverage and breakfast goodies while discussing your favorite books, movies, and podcasts. We’ll keep a list of all recommendations! ...
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group.

Friday Book Group

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Book Club, Book Discussions
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Club, Book Discussions
Event Details:
The Friday book group meets on the third Friday of the month. New members are always welcome!  Limited copies are available at the Lending Desk, and copies are available through online requesting. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-4)" group.
This event is in the "School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)" group.

Try-it Tuesday: Bumblebee Picture

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-4), School Age (Grades K-6, Ages 5-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Please note the time change to 1 pm. Children of all ages are welcome to drop in to create a bumblebee picture with local volunteer, Mary Ann Cormier. All supplies will be provided. No registration is required. No outside agencies. ...

Try something new each Tuesday with children's staff and local volunteers

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)" group.

Teen Summer Book Club

3:00pm - 3:00pm
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
The summer book club runs for 8 weeks and your participation is crucial to making each meeting fun and engaging. This summer's read is Out of Nowhere by Maine author, Maria Padian. You’ll have a set number of pages to read each week, and snacks will ...