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

Read ME Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)
Story Time
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

We’re happy to announce that Auburn Public Library is a Read ME 2025 participating library!

This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)" group

Taste and Tell: Stories of Food

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens (Ages 11 & 12), Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)
Cooking, Book Discussions
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 11 & 12), Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Cooking, Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you looking for your next good book during the summer? Do you enjoy trying new food or recipes?

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

Death Café LA

5:15pm–6:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Androscoggin Community Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Conversations to make the most of our finite lives.

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

Mobile Device Basics - Android

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Technology
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop is for those who have an Android mobile device, or are considering getting one, and want to learn more about the basic functions.

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

CCU Life & Financial Navigator on site

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Second Floor
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Community Credit Union's Financial & Life Navigator, Ginger Leigh Smith, will be on site at the Auburn Public Library today.  The navigator can help with resource coordination, financial education, and serves as a conduit for stability in

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

3D Pokémon Mini Painting Class

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
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 "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

Local History Room Open

9:00am–11:00am
Adults (Ages 18+)
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

APL's Local History Room will be open and available today from 9:00 a.m.

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 "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group

Glass Painting

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
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:

This 60-minute project is for students in grades 3rd through 6th. Kids will learn about color theory while being creative and having fun!

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

Safe Voices Drop-In

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Study Rooms
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Safe Voices will be present to offer support for healthy relationships.

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

APL Chess Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+), All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Second Floor
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+), All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by the Auburn Public Library to play chess with friends and neighbors!

All are welcome, drop-in anytime weekly on Wednesdays between 4:00-5:30 PM.

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

Piggy Bank Theater

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Preschool (Ages 2-5), Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8)
STEAM/STEM, Story Time
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)
Program Type: STEAM/STEM, Story Time
Event Details:

In honor of National Financial Awareness Day we will offer a special storytime. Audience members learn how characters build their childhood interests into careers, making financial choices along the way.

This event is in the "Kids" 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

Squishy Circuits

4:00pm–4:30pm
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
STEAM/STEM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Heather for a fun workshop exploring playdough circuits that light up and buzz. This program is best for kids ages 7–12. Supplies are limited, please register.

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

Sprouts Story & Play Time for Babies & Toddlers

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months)
Story Time
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Stop by APL for an enjoyable and engaging lap-sit program for babies, toddlers, and caregivers. Siblings are also welcome to participate.

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

Books & Banter Book Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Book Groups
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss popular titles each month at the Auburn Public Library!

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

Writers' Roundtable

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens (Ages 11 & 12), Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 11 & 12), Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Are you familiar with the phrase, “the pen is mightier than the sword”? Do you enjoy writing? Are you looking for a space to connect with fellow writers, learn more about writing, and develop your skills as an author?

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

Cozy and Quiet Reading Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Book Groups
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Maggie Trafton Room
Age Group: Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Let's hang out and read together. Bring your own book or borrow one of ours, and we will all enjoy some quiet reading time. Afterwards we can share what we have read, or not, the choice is up to you.

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 "Adults (Ages 18+)" group

NDEC Digital Navigator Support

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Technology
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

As part of our partnership with the National Digital Equity Center, a Digital Navigator will be available, in the Computer Lab, on select Mondays from 1:00-3:00 pm.  Bailey works within Androscoggin County to help close the digital divide.

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

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Lower School Age (Grades K-3, Ages 5-8), Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Arts & Crafts
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.

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

Foraging Wild Mushrooms: Avoiding Toxic Mistakes

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Androscoggin Community Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Foraging wild mushrooms for food and medicine is a great past time but carries the risk of becoming sick from eating the wrong mushrooms or preparing them improperly.

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

Tuesday Mystery Book Club

10:30am–11:30am
Adults (Ages 18+)
Book Groups
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

This book group calls itself The Tuesday Mystery Club, a name similar to The Thursday Murder Club.  The group selects different types of mysteries to read each month, and books range from recent publications to older ones. 

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

Mobile Device Basics - iOS

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Technology
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop is for those who have an iOS mobile device, or are considering getting one, and want to learn more about the basic functions.