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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 three to five years, and siblings are more than welcome to participate. No prior registration is needed.

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

APL Chess Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
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 3:00-5:00 PM.

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

Crochet Camp with the Boys & Girls Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens (Ages 11 & 12), Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
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: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the ins and outs of crochet in this workshop hosted by the Boys & Girls Club! Perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. 

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

4:00pm–5:00pm
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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-5)" group

Toddler Toy Bin

9:00am–10:30am
Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Event Details:

We'll provide a selection of toddler-friendly toys, allowing you to have a fun morning out and to make new friends in your community.

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

Daily Creative Practice: Growth

4:00pm–4:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12, Ages 12-18), Middle School (Grades 7-8), High School (Grades 9-12)
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Upcoming
Registration Required
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, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! We’ll be taking the time to create a dedicated mindfulness practice – but what does that look like?

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

Sweet Peas Story & Play Time

10:00am–10:45am
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:

Sweet Peas is a fun and interactive story time for children ages 2–4 and their caregivers. We'll read very short stories, and use rhythm instruments, colorful scarves, and even a parachute to introduce popular nursery rhymes and songs.

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

Books & Banter Book Club

1:00pm–2:30pm
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 "Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months)" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 2-5)" group

Toddler Toy Bin

9:00am–10:30am
Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Infants (Ages Birth - 24 months), Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Event Details:

We'll provide a selection of toddler-friendly toys, allowing you to have a fun morning out and to make new friends in your community.

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. to 11:00 a.m.  

John, a volunteer & local historian, will be on hand to assist with searches on local history and genealogy.  

This event is in the "All Ages" group

APL Bookstore Open

9:00am–12:30pm
All Ages
Book Sale
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: The Bookstore
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

The Auburn Public Library Bookstore is now open on Saturday mornings. from 9:00-12:30. Choose from hundreds of gently used books, with most prices under $4. We have books for children, teens, and adults.

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 "Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)" group
This event is in the "Middle School (Grades 7-8)" group

Homeschool Science Fair

10:00am–12:00pm
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12), Middle School (Grades 7-8)
Other, STEAM/STEM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Androscoggin Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12), Middle School (Grades 7-8)
Program Type: Other, STEAM/STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all young scientists and researchers! Auburn Public Library will host its first Homeschool Science Fair for students in grades 4 through 8.

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

Workforce Development with MEIRS

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Other
Library Branch: Auburn Public Library
Room: Study Rooms
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Empowering our diverse community through employment.

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

Story Smash: Graphic Novel Makers

4:30pm–6:00pm
Kids, Upper School Age (Grades 3-6, Ages 8-12), Tweens (Ages 11 & 12)
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussions, Other
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: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussions, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is the last session for children to refine their illustrations and complete their stories before the book signing event.

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: Study Rooms
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 "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: TBA

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 and children's department staff. This program is best for school-aged children with adult supervision. No registration is required.

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 three to five 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

LEGO Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
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 "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

APL Chess Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
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 3:00-5:00 PM.