ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Did you know…Lilly patrons have free access to dozens of online databases? Click here to explore our databases, which can help you…
    • Find credible health information
    • Learn more about topics that come up in the news
    • Find educational activities for kids
    • Conduct academic research
    • Access New York Time articles from 1985 to the present
    • And much more!
  • Check out our Community Puzzle Swap on Sunday, November 9th, from 1 to 4:30pm! Bring an old puzzle and leave with a new one! Puzzlers of all ages are welcome.
  • New at Lilly: Morning Yoga Class, every Friday from September 5th to December 19th! This class is for all levels, and is offered at the library from 8:30 to 9:30 am on Friday mornings. Each class incorporates gentle yoga postures, relaxing breathing techniques, and a short opening meditation. Please bring your own yoga mats and props. We meet on the second floor of the library, in the Periodicals Reading Room.

BOOK CLUBS, GAMING GROUPS, AND MORE!

Queer Voices Book Club
Next Meeting: Tuesday, November 25th at 7pm
This group focuses on the work of LGBTQ+ writers and is open to all! Our meetings are held monthly in the Community Room, and we ask that all attendees wear masks. This month, we’re reading Nevada by Imogen Binnie. Copies available at the circulation desk! *For more information about Queer Voices Book Club, please contact sflorence13@gmail.com or sfernandez@cwmars.org.

NEW! LGBTeen Book Club
First Meeting: Friday, November 21st at 4:30pm
For ages 13-16! This group focuses on young adult books with queer themes and is open to all identities. Snacks will be provided! This month, we’re reading Heartstopper Volume 1 by Alice Oseman. Copies available at the circulation desk! *To learn more about LGBTeen Book Club, please email adamon-rush@cwmars.org.

Fantasy Book Club
Next Meeting: Friday, November 14th at 6:30pm
This group is for all who enjoy reading about magical worlds! Recently, we’ve discussed works by Christopher Moore and Erin Morgenstern (for those interested, here is a list of past reads and potential future selections). This month, we’re reading Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wang. Copies available at the circulation desk! *For more information about Fantasy Book Club (or to join our mailing list), please email wniu@cwmars.org.

Graphic Novel Book Club
Next Meeting: Friday, November 21st at 6:30pm
For teens and grown-ups! Some of our favorite selections from past months include Mooncakes by Suzanne Walker and Wendy Xu, and Brooms by Jasmine Walls and Teo DuVall. This month, we’re reading Trans History: From Ancient Times to the Present Day by Alex L. Combs and Andrew Eakett. Copies available at the circulation desk! *To learn more about Graphic Novel Book Club, email kinsey@highfivebooks.org.

Adult RPG Club
Every month on the second Sunday, 5pm
Introducing our new RPG club for adults! We’ve got experienced Gamemasters ready to run all kinds of systems, everything from the classic Dungeons & Dragons to sci-fi, mystery, horror, and more. Each session will be a standalone drop-in game, no commitment needed. Walk-ins are welcome, RSVPs are appreciated. To find out what we’re up to each month, email dndatlilly@gmail.com.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Every Wednesday, 4pm
For children 9-16 years old. D&D is a fantasy role-playing game allowing players to collaborate as storytellers. No experience necessary; our facilitators will walk participants through character creation and game mechanics. Make friends and get creative! We are currently charging $100 (this includes cost for pizza provided at the games) per person for a six-week session. To register for our next six-week campaign, please email dndatlilly@gmail.com.

Scrabble Club
Every Monday, 4pm
We meet weekly in the Community Room. Drop-ins welcome!

Informal Chess Club
Every Saturday, 1pm
We meet weekly in the Periodicals room on the second floor of the library. Drop-ins welcome!


LIBRARY HOURS
Monday: 10-5
Tuesday: 10-8
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday : 10-8
Friday: 10-5
Saturday: 10-5
Sunday: 1-5

CONTACT US
413-587-1500
lillylibrary@cwmars.org