Story Time Earth Day part 2---What Can I Do?
2025-04-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Story time theme Earth Day part 2-What Can I Do?
Saturday April 12, 10 AM
Children’s Room

Crossroads Crafters
2025-04-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Crossroads Crafters, bring your own project. Share your experience and learn from others.
Saturday, 10AM to 12PM

One Book, OWWL Kids
2025-04-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
This year’s One Book, OWWL Kids title is Going Places by Peter and Paul Reynolds. In this
colorful story for all ages, an upcoming go-kart race inspires imagination. The STEM elements encourage families to work together and interact with the book in a new dynamic way.
Lima Public Library joins thirty-seven other participating OWWL libraries in holding a special story time (Lima’s time is Monday, April 14 at 10 AM), that includes a read aloud of Going Places, and each family will receive a copy of the book to keep (limited supply).
Please join us for this special event.

Closed for Easter Holiday April 19-21
2025-04-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States

On-Line Author Talk With Gregg Hurwitz
2025-04-24 19:00 - 20:00 | On-line Event
On-line author talk, Thursday, April 24th at 7:00 PM EDT
Do you love action-packed adventure? Are you ready for the thrill? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series and his life as a writer of suspenseful storytelling.
Orphan X, the series opener, introduces the world to the Nowhere Man. He is a legendary figure spoken about only in whispers. It’s said that when he’s reached by the truly desperate and deserving, the Nowhere Man can and will do anything to protect and save them.
But he’s not merely a legend.
Evan Smoak is a man with skills, resources, and a personal mission to help those with nowhere else to turn. He’s also a man with a dangerous past. Taken from a group home at twelve, Evan was raised and trained as part of the Orphan Program, an off-the-books operation designed to create deniable intelligence assets—i.e. assassins. Evan was Orphan X. He broke with the Program, using everything he learned to disappear and reinvent himself as the Nowhere Man.
Now ten books in, fans cannot get enough of the Orphan X world and Hurwitz can’t wait to tell us all about it.
Register now for a conversation you just cannot miss!

On-Line Author Talk With Dr. David H. Rosmarin
2025-05-07 14:00 - 15:00 | On-line Event
On-line author talk, Wednesday, May 7th at 2:00 PM EDT
Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength? In this enlightening online webinar, you will learn how to use anxiety to become more self-accepting, connected to others, and resilient. Author of Thriving with Anxiety, Dr. Rosmarin’s constructive, compassionate, and evidence-based approach will not make you less anxious. Instead, it will empower you to use anxiety to thrive.
You will learn:

To rethink anxiety from being a “disease” to being a normal human emotion;

How to use anxiety to increase our self-compassion;

How to harness the power of anxiety to enhance emotional intimacy; and

How can anxiety help us accomplish what we truly want in life?

Register Here and ask a question.

Got Stuff? The Proper Disposition of Old Family Diaries, Papers, Journals, War Letters, Etc. with Nancy E. Lynch
2025-05-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Scutt Room Lima Public Library, 1872 Genessee Street, Lima, New York, 14485
Got Stuff? The Proper Disposition of Old Family Diaries, Papers, Journals, War Letters, Etc.
Returning author Nancy E. Lynch discusses what to do with “old stuff”.
Working through the authors own dilemma of what to do with nearly 1,000 Vietnam War letters, Lynch will talk about the importance of safeguarding important family written materials for future generations.

May 12, 2025 at 3PM, in the Scutt Room at Lima Public Library.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-05-13 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-10 18:30 - 20:00
Scutt Room at 6:30 PM

On-Line Author Talk with Liann Zhang
2025-05-14 19:00 - 20:00 | On-line Event
On-line author talk, Wednesday, May 14th at 7:00 PM EDT
Grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead.
Julie Chan has nothing. Her twin sister has everything. Except a pulse.
Julie Chan, a supermarket cashier with nothing to lose, finds herself thrust into the glamorous yet perilous world of her late twin sister, Chloe VanHuusen, a popular influencer. Separated at a young age, the identical twins were polar opposites and rarely spoke, except for one viral video that Chloe initiated (Finding My Long-Lost Twin And Buying Her A House #EMOTIONAL). When Julie discovers Chloe’s lifeless body under mysterious circumstances, she seizes the chance to live the life she’s always envied.
Transforming into Chloe is easier than expected. Julie effortlessly adopts Chloe’s luxurious influencer life, complete with designer clothes, a meticulous skincare routine, and millions of adoring followers. However, Julie soon realizes that Chloe’s seemingly picture-perfect life was anything but perfect.
Haunted by Chloe’s untimely death and struggling to fit into the privileged influencer circle, Julie faces mounting challenges during a weeklong island retreat with Chloe’s exclusive group of influencer friends. As events spiral out of control, Julie uncovers the sinister forces that may have led to her sister’s demise and realizes she might be the next target.
Julie Chan is Dead is the brilliant, dark, and diabolical debut thriller we’ve all been waiting for.
Register now for a wildly fun conversation!

Crossroads Crafters
2025-05-17 10:00 - 12:00

On-Line Author Talk with Rachelle Bergstein
2025-05-21 14:00 - 15:00 | On-line Event
On-line author talk, Wednesday, May 21st at 2:00 PM EDT
You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. This book takes an expansive look at Judy Blume’s life, work, and cultural impact, focusing on her most iconic—and controversial—young adult novels, from Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret to Blubber.
Everyone knows Judy Blume.
Her books have garnered her fans of all ages for decades and sold tens of millions of copies. But why were people so drawn to them? And why are we still talking about them now in the 21st century?
In The Genius of Judy, her remarkable story is revealed as never before, beginning with her as a mother of two searching for purpose outside of her home in 1960s suburban New Jersey. The books she wrote starred regular children with genuine thoughts and problems. But behind those deceptively simple tales, Blume explored the pillars of the growing women’s rights movement, in which girls and women were entitled to careers, bodily autonomy, fulfilling relationships, and even sexual pleasure. Blume wasn’t trying to be a revolutionary—she just wanted to tell honest stories—but in doing so, she created a cohesive, culture-altering vision of modern adolescence.
Blume’s bravery provoked backlash, making her the country’s most-banned author in the mid-1980s. Thankfully, her works withstood those culture wars and it’s no coincidence that Blume has resurfaced as a cultural touchstone now. Young girls are still cat-called, sex education curricula are getting dismissed as pornography, and entire shelves of libraries are being banned. As we face these challenges, it’s only natural we look to Blume, the grand dame of so-called dirty books. This is the story of how a housewife became a groundbreaking artist, and how generations of empowered fans are her legacy, today more than ever.
Register now for a conversation you don’t want to miss!

Closed for Memorial Day Weekend
2025-05-24 08:00 - 2025-05-26 17:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Lima Public Library will be closed May 24-May 26, 2025.
Re-open on May 27 at 1 PM

On-line Author Talk with Lisa Jewell
2025-06-10 14:00 - 15:00 | On-line Event
Tuesday, June 10th at 2:00 PM EDT
You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!). Along with an introduction to her newest bone-chilling, psychological thriller, Jewell will chat about her life as a writer and her critically-acclaimed body of work.
Register here.

Library Closed June 19th
2025-06-19 13:00 - 20:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States.

Sleep Better, Stress Less
2025-06-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Scutt Room Lima Public Library, 1872 Genessee Street, Lima, New York, 14485
Do you have trouble sleeping?? Have you experienced stress?? If so, please join us for an educational speaker session presented by Be Well Lima and Lima Rotary.
Lima Public Library, Scutt Room, June 19, 2025, 6-8 PM

On-line Author Talk with Katherine Applegate (3rd to 6th grade)
2025-06-24 16:00 - 16:30
Tuesday, June 24th at 4:00 PM EDT
Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder.
Everyone wants to meet Odder, the Queen of Play. Odder spends her days off the coast of central California, practicing her underwater acrobatics and spinning the quirky stories for which she’s known. She’s a fearless daredevil, curious to a fault. But when Odder comes face-to-face with a hungry great white shark, her life takes a dramatic turn, one that will challenge everything she believes about herself―and about the humans who hope to save her.
Katherine Applegate’s Odder, is inspired by the true story of a Monterey Bay Aquarium program that pairs orphaned otter pups with surrogate mothers. This poignant and humorous tale told in free verse examines bravery and healing through the eyes of one of nature’s most beloved and charming animals.
Register here.

Summer Reading Begins
2025-07-01 13:00 - 20:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Summer Reading begins
All ages. Come in to sign-up. Treats and treasures.
1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Summer Reading--Simple Knotted Wall Decor
2025-07-07 14:00 - 14:45 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Ages K and up.
2:00 PM until 2:45 PM

Summer Reading--Quartz Macrame Necklace
2025-07-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Quartz Macrame Necklace
Ages 5th grade and up.
3:00 PM until 4:00 PM

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado)
2025-07-08 14:00 - 14:30 | On-line Event
Tuesday, July 8th at 2:00 PM EDT (Spanish)
Tuesday, July 8th at 4:00 PM EDT (English)
Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Desde demostraciones de libros de cocina y talleres de cómics hasta creación de máscaras y clases de idiomas, esta biblioteca tiene algo para todos los gustos y Lobito está deseando mostrárselo.
Raúl the Third usa su cultura y su experiencia de crecer en la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México para inspirar su arte y sus historias. Se animará a los estudiantes a explorar su mundo a través de una perspectiva creativa. Se planea un dibujo conjunto y se recomiendan materiales y papel para dibujar.
Por Favor: Tenga en cuenta que esta fecha tendremos dos presentaciones de Raúl the Third: una en español y otra en inglés. Asegúrese de registrarse en el formato que prefiera.
Please note that we will be hosting Raúl the Third twice on this date, once in Spanish and in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.

Summer Reading--Stories & Games @Lima Farmers Market
2025-07-08 15:15 - 16:00 | Lima Farmer’s Market
All Ages. This is a drop-in event. 3:15 PM until 4:00 PM
Weather permitting at the Lima Farmers Market. Front lawn of the Lima Presbyterian Church, 7295 W Main St., Lima, NY

On-line Author Talk with Raul the Third (Preschool -2nd grade)
2025-07-08 16:00 - 17:00 | On-line Event
Tuesday, July 8th at 2:00 PM EDT (Spanish)
Tuesday, July 8th at 4:00 PM EDT (English)
Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library’s Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this library has something for everyone and Little Lobo can’t wait to show you.
Raúl the Third uses his culture and his experience growing up on the US and Mexico border to inspire his art and his storytelling. Students will be encouraged to explore their world through a creative lens. A draw along is planned, drawing supplies and paper are recommended.
Please note that we will be hosting Raúl the Third twice on this date, once in Spanish and in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.

Summer Reading--Bubble Painting
2025-07-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Bubble painting
All ages for this drop-in event. 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM

Summer Reading--Metal Tooling Basics
2025-07-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Metal Tooling Basics
3rd grade and up. 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM

Summer Reading---Stories and Games at Lima Farmer's Market
2025-07-15 15:15 - 16:00 | Lima Farmer’s Market

Summer Reading--Nutz and Boltz Guy
2025-07-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Lima Public Library, 1872 Genesse Street, Lima, NY, 14485, United States
Nutz and Boltz Guy
All Ages for this drop-in event. 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM
