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It's the holiday season at Dyer Library/Saco Museum and we are sending this special mid-month edition of our newsletter so that you won't miss any of the fun. Read on for information about the Festival of Trees, special book sale promotions, end-of-the-year updates, and holiday celebrations! |
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| Last Chance for the Online Auction! |
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This year's Festival of Trees includes an online auction with some wonderful, one-of-a-kind items for you to bid on, like a weeklong condo rental in Florida or an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Library's secret spaces! The auction also includes our Art Tree items - beautiful pieces of art in many mediums, created by talented local artists. Bidding is easy and can be done anywhere from your phone or computer - just create your account at the link below.
The online auction closes at 4:00 PM ET on Sunday, December 15th. It's the last chance to place your bids! Winners will be notified by email. Bid high and bid often - all the money raised supports Dyer Library/Saco Museum! |
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Our Festival of Trees raffle has some really exciting prizes this year! From gift cards to local favorites like Rapid Rays and Banded Brewing to tickets to see major league teams like the Celtics and the Bruins and day passes for Salt Pump Climbing and Funtown, there's sure to be something for everyone. Drop your tickets and cross your fingers!
Raffle tickets are 3 for $5 and sold at the museum front desk. Raffle ticket sales close at 4:00 PM on Thursday, December 19th, so don't delay! |
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Celebrate with Seasonal Programs
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Children's Craft Day |
Saturday, December 14th,
9:30AM -12PM | Deering Room |
Come and join us for four holiday themed crafts. Create all one, two, or all four of them! No pre-registration needed. |
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Holiday Cards |
Saturday, December 14th,
9:30AM -12PM | Periodicals Room |
Stop by to sign a card for York County Cares, an organization that supports local refugees and asylum seekers. After each card has a friendly message, they'll deliver them to community members who may need some extra cheer in their new country. |
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Nutcracker Dance and Story Time |
Monday, December 23rd, 10:30AM | Deering Room |
Join Ms. Jenn of CMAC, as we dance and learn about the story of The Nutcracker.This is a 30-minute creative movement class that will include dance concepts from one of Ballet's most famous holiday dances! Free for all ages with an accompanying adult. |
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Mad Science Holiday Spectacular |
Tuesday, December 31st, 10:30AM | Deering Room |
Mad Science is going to share the holiday season with you! You won't believe your eyes as you try to determine if what you're seeing is magic or science. Don't worry, we'll explain it all as we use our indoor fireworks to create a festival of lights and share our "special ice" and no-melt snow shipped straight from the North Pole. |
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Noon Year's Eve Celebration |
Tuesday, December 31st, 11:30AM | Deering Room |
Join the DLSM crew to say goodbye to 2024 and welcome in 2025. We'll gather in our pajamas for snacks, crafts, celebration and fun while we countdown to 12 noon. This special event is for ALL ages! |
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Visit our full Events Calendar for more Programs! |
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| As you can see, we love holidays at Dyer Library/Saco Museum! We are always looking for new things to celebrate and learn. If there is a holiday that is important to your culture that you'd like to see highlighted with a celebration or program, we would love to hear about it! |
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Holiday Book Sale Promotion
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We're making way for new inventory for our year-round book sale! Through the month of December, get a Festival of Trees vinyl sticker with your $10 book sale purchase. If you spend $25, you can choose either a DLSM canvas tote bag or a beautiful Festival of Trees ceramic ornament. It's a lovely way to support your local library and museum and get a little something for yourself or a loved one at the same time! |
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We have some new items in the Museum Gift Shop featuring our lovely new Festival of Trees logo, commissioned for the event's special 20th anniversary. The Festival of Trees ceramic ornaments, cross stitch kits, and decals make great gifts - for a loved one or for yourself!
Our Museum Gift Shop is stocked with wonderful gifts and items made by local artisans - perfect for holiday shopping! |
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Vote for Your Favorite Book of 2024!
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As we get ready to say hello to a new year, we are taking a look back at the most popular books of 2024! Drop by the Circulation Desk and let us know what your favorite read of 2024 was. We'll compile a list and let everyone know the results - a great way to start your 2025 TBR list! |
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The next time you visit DLSM and connect to our wireless internet, you may notice that we have a new network name. We've recently installed an upgraded wifi system that offers better, more reliable coverage throughout our buildings. This is the kind of benefit we are able to offer to our patrons through the support we receive from fundrasiers like the Festival of Trees! |
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Mon: 9:30 am - 5 pm
Tue: 9:30 am - 8 pm
Wed: 9:30 am - 5 pm
Thu: 9:30 am - 8 pm
Fri: 9:30 am - 5 pm
Sat: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sun: Closed
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Special Festival of Trees Hours
Mon: Closed
Tue: noon - 5 pm
Wed: noon - 5 pm
Thu: noon - 5 pm
Fri: noon - 8 pm
Sat: 10 am - 5 pm
Sun: noon - 5 pm
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