BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//This Is Mystic, CT - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thisismystic.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for This Is Mystic, CT REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T150000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20250609T144304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T144304Z UID:10012764-1750500000-1754146800@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Bill Memorial Library Photo Contest DESCRIPTION:Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest\nJune 21 – August 2 \nGroton\, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook\, an album on the website\, our other social media\, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages\, from June 21 to August 2\, each participant may submit one photo using the form at https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions\, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392. \nThe Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton\, near the\nGroton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to\noffering programs for patrons of all ages\, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for\nchildren\, teens and adults\, including downloadable eBooks\, audiobooks\, museum passes and\ndiscount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org\, find us on Facebook at Bill\nMemorial Library\, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/bill-memorial-library-photo-contest/ LOCATION:The Bill Memorial Library\, 240 Monument Street\, Groton\, 06385 CATEGORIES:Community,Family,Kids,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-BML-photo-contest-flyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bill Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@billmemorial.org GEO:41.3556353;-72.0798229 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Bill Memorial Library 240 Monument Street Groton 06385;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=240 Monument Street:geo:-72.0798229,41.3556353 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T110000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240112T181928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T211053Z UID:10009253-1754044200-1754046000@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Stories\, Music (Nursery Rhymes) and Dancing! DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/family-storytime/2025-08-01/ LOCATION:Mystic & Noank Library\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/library-stories.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mystic &%3B Noank Library":MAILTO:kkenney@mysticnoanklibrary.org GEO:41.354403;-71.974585 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mystic & Noank Library 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974585,41.354403 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T170000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T165538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T165538Z UID:10010351-1754323200-1754326800@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Writers Group DESCRIPTION:We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m.\, Mondays\, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. \nLoosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in “Writing Down the Bones\,” the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes\, 10 minutes\, and 5 minutes. A writer selects a topic from subjects previously placed in a box. For the first 5 minutes\, write whatever comes to mind. Don’t stop to correct\, just record whatever pops into your head\, even if it’s something like\, “I have no idea what to write…” Each person shares what they’ve written\, free of commentary or criticism. \nThen\, for 10 minutes\, writers write what comes to mind\, perhaps an idea or a subject someone had just read aloud or something you wrote in the first 5 minutes will lead to a focus. The group shares again. Writers write for another 5 minutes and then share. \nYou’ll be surprised at the places you’ll go with the topics in these sessions. They give you an opportunity to express yourself\, they’re therapeutic\, and they often lead to a lot to talk about after putting your pens down. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/writers-group/2025-08-04/ LOCATION:40 Library St\, Mystic\, CT 06355\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355 CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1.png GEO:41.3543426;-71.974634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=40 Library St Mystic CT 06355 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974634,41.3543426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T160000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T170214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T170214Z UID:10010090-1754406000-1754409600@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing\, rest\, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance\, deep relaxation\, tranquility\, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. \nPamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily sitting practice for more than 25 years. She co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness\, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups\, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation. Pamala also offers Somatic Mindfulness Meditation along with Back Yoga outdoors through the summer months. \nThis class is for beginners\, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly\, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice. \nThe Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/experience-calm-with-guided-meditation-sessions/2025-08-05/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T173000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T165454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T165454Z UID:10010612-1754497800-1754501400@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Chess Club for Kids! DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. \nChildren should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy\, chess sportsmanship\, and organize games. \nSportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must be respectful of each other’s play\, and at the end of each game\, win or lose\, members must be cordial with one another. \nInstructor: \nMichael Grater\, library associate and chess enthusiast\, leads our Chess Club. He grew up playing chess and continues to play for fun. Chess is a great game that builds concentration\, patience\, planning\, sportsmanship\, and problem-solving skills in children\, teens and adults. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/chess-club-for-kids/2025-08-06/ LOCATION:40 Library St\, Mystic\, CT 06355\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355 CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/3.png GEO:41.3543426;-71.974634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=40 Library St Mystic CT 06355 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974634,41.3543426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T110000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240112T181928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T211053Z UID:10009254-1754649000-1754650800@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Stories\, Music (Nursery Rhymes) and Dancing! DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/family-storytime/2025-08-08/ LOCATION:Mystic & Noank Library\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/library-stories.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mystic &%3B Noank Library":MAILTO:kkenney@mysticnoanklibrary.org GEO:41.354403;-71.974585 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mystic & Noank Library 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974585,41.354403 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T170000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T165538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T165538Z UID:10010352-1754928000-1754931600@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Writers Group DESCRIPTION:We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m.\, Mondays\, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. \nLoosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in “Writing Down the Bones\,” the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes\, 10 minutes\, and 5 minutes. A writer selects a topic from subjects previously placed in a box. For the first 5 minutes\, write whatever comes to mind. Don’t stop to correct\, just record whatever pops into your head\, even if it’s something like\, “I have no idea what to write…” Each person shares what they’ve written\, free of commentary or criticism. \nThen\, for 10 minutes\, writers write what comes to mind\, perhaps an idea or a subject someone had just read aloud or something you wrote in the first 5 minutes will lead to a focus. The group shares again. Writers write for another 5 minutes and then share. \nYou’ll be surprised at the places you’ll go with the topics in these sessions. They give you an opportunity to express yourself\, they’re therapeutic\, and they often lead to a lot to talk about after putting your pens down. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/writers-group/2025-08-11/ LOCATION:40 Library St\, Mystic\, CT 06355\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355 CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1.png GEO:41.3543426;-71.974634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=40 Library St Mystic CT 06355 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974634,41.3543426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T160000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T170214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T170214Z UID:10010091-1755010800-1755014400@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing\, rest\, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance\, deep relaxation\, tranquility\, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. \nPamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily sitting practice for more than 25 years. She co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness\, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups\, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation. Pamala also offers Somatic Mindfulness Meditation along with Back Yoga outdoors through the summer months. \nThis class is for beginners\, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly\, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice. \nThe Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/experience-calm-with-guided-meditation-sessions/2025-08-12/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T173000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T165454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T165454Z UID:10010613-1755102600-1755106200@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Chess Club for Kids! DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. \nChildren should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy\, chess sportsmanship\, and organize games. \nSportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must be respectful of each other’s play\, and at the end of each game\, win or lose\, members must be cordial with one another. \nInstructor: \nMichael Grater\, library associate and chess enthusiast\, leads our Chess Club. He grew up playing chess and continues to play for fun. Chess is a great game that builds concentration\, patience\, planning\, sportsmanship\, and problem-solving skills in children\, teens and adults. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/chess-club-for-kids/2025-08-13/ LOCATION:40 Library St\, Mystic\, CT 06355\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355 CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/3.png GEO:41.3543426;-71.974634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=40 Library St Mystic CT 06355 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974634,41.3543426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T110000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240112T181928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T211053Z UID:10009255-1755253800-1755255600@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Stories\, Music (Nursery Rhymes) and Dancing! DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/family-storytime/2025-08-15/ LOCATION:Mystic & Noank Library\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/library-stories.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mystic &%3B Noank Library":MAILTO:kkenney@mysticnoanklibrary.org GEO:41.354403;-71.974585 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mystic & Noank Library 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974585,41.354403 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250818T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250818T170000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T165538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T165538Z UID:10010353-1755532800-1755536400@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Writers Group DESCRIPTION:We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m.\, Mondays\, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. \nLoosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in “Writing Down the Bones\,” the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes\, 10 minutes\, and 5 minutes. A writer selects a topic from subjects previously placed in a box. For the first 5 minutes\, write whatever comes to mind. Don’t stop to correct\, just record whatever pops into your head\, even if it’s something like\, “I have no idea what to write…” Each person shares what they’ve written\, free of commentary or criticism. \nThen\, for 10 minutes\, writers write what comes to mind\, perhaps an idea or a subject someone had just read aloud or something you wrote in the first 5 minutes will lead to a focus. The group shares again. Writers write for another 5 minutes and then share. \nYou’ll be surprised at the places you’ll go with the topics in these sessions. They give you an opportunity to express yourself\, they’re therapeutic\, and they often lead to a lot to talk about after putting your pens down. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/writers-group/2025-08-18/ LOCATION:40 Library St\, Mystic\, CT 06355\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355 CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1.png GEO:41.3543426;-71.974634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=40 Library St Mystic CT 06355 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974634,41.3543426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T160000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T170214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T170214Z UID:10010092-1755615600-1755619200@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing\, rest\, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance\, deep relaxation\, tranquility\, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. \nPamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily sitting practice for more than 25 years. She co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness\, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups\, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation. Pamala also offers Somatic Mindfulness Meditation along with Back Yoga outdoors through the summer months. \nThis class is for beginners\, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly\, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice. \nThe Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/experience-calm-with-guided-meditation-sessions/2025-08-19/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T173000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T165454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T165454Z UID:10010614-1755707400-1755711000@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Chess Club for Kids! DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. \nChildren should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy\, chess sportsmanship\, and organize games. \nSportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must be respectful of each other’s play\, and at the end of each game\, win or lose\, members must be cordial with one another. \nInstructor: \nMichael Grater\, library associate and chess enthusiast\, leads our Chess Club. He grew up playing chess and continues to play for fun. Chess is a great game that builds concentration\, patience\, planning\, sportsmanship\, and problem-solving skills in children\, teens and adults. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/chess-club-for-kids/2025-08-20/ LOCATION:40 Library St\, Mystic\, CT 06355\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355 CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/3.png GEO:41.3543426;-71.974634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=40 Library St Mystic CT 06355 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974634,41.3543426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T110000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240112T181928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T211053Z UID:10009256-1755858600-1755860400@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Stories\, Music (Nursery Rhymes) and Dancing! DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/family-storytime/2025-08-22/ LOCATION:Mystic & Noank Library\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/library-stories.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mystic &%3B Noank Library":MAILTO:kkenney@mysticnoanklibrary.org GEO:41.354403;-71.974585 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mystic & Noank Library 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974585,41.354403 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T170000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T165538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T165538Z UID:10010354-1756137600-1756141200@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Writers Group DESCRIPTION:We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m.\, Mondays\, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. \nLoosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in “Writing Down the Bones\,” the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes\, 10 minutes\, and 5 minutes. A writer selects a topic from subjects previously placed in a box. For the first 5 minutes\, write whatever comes to mind. Don’t stop to correct\, just record whatever pops into your head\, even if it’s something like\, “I have no idea what to write…” Each person shares what they’ve written\, free of commentary or criticism. \nThen\, for 10 minutes\, writers write what comes to mind\, perhaps an idea or a subject someone had just read aloud or something you wrote in the first 5 minutes will lead to a focus. The group shares again. Writers write for another 5 minutes and then share. \nYou’ll be surprised at the places you’ll go with the topics in these sessions. They give you an opportunity to express yourself\, they’re therapeutic\, and they often lead to a lot to talk about after putting your pens down. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/writers-group/2025-08-25/ LOCATION:40 Library St\, Mystic\, CT 06355\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355 CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1.png GEO:41.3543426;-71.974634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=40 Library St Mystic CT 06355 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974634,41.3543426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T160000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T170214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T170214Z UID:10010093-1756220400-1756224000@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing\, rest\, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance\, deep relaxation\, tranquility\, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. \nPamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily sitting practice for more than 25 years. She co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness\, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups\, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation. Pamala also offers Somatic Mindfulness Meditation along with Back Yoga outdoors through the summer months. \nThis class is for beginners\, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly\, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice. \nThe Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/experience-calm-with-guided-meditation-sessions/2025-08-26/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T173000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240626T165454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T165454Z UID:10010615-1756312200-1756315800@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Chess Club for Kids! DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. \nChildren should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy\, chess sportsmanship\, and organize games. \nSportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must be respectful of each other’s play\, and at the end of each game\, win or lose\, members must be cordial with one another. \nInstructor: \nMichael Grater\, library associate and chess enthusiast\, leads our Chess Club. He grew up playing chess and continues to play for fun. Chess is a great game that builds concentration\, patience\, planning\, sportsmanship\, and problem-solving skills in children\, teens and adults. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/chess-club-for-kids/2025-08-27/ LOCATION:40 Library St\, Mystic\, CT 06355\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355 CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/3.png GEO:41.3543426;-71.974634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=40 Library St Mystic CT 06355 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974634,41.3543426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T110000 DTSTAMP:20261109T100538 CREATED:20240112T181928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T211053Z UID:10009257-1756463400-1756465200@thisismystic.com SUMMARY:Stories\, Music (Nursery Rhymes) and Dancing! DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5. URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/family-storytime/2025-08-29/ LOCATION:Mystic & Noank Library\, 40 Library Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thisismystic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/library-stories.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mystic &%3B Noank Library":MAILTO:kkenney@mysticnoanklibrary.org GEO:41.354403;-71.974585 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mystic & Noank Library 40 Library Street Mystic CT 06355 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 Library Street:geo:-71.974585,41.354403 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR