Thursday, December 5

10 AM – 4 PM, Prelude Pop-Up Photo Op

Create the perfect holiday moment and photo to remember Prelude 2024 with the Library decorated front door! Free and open December 5 – 15.

10 AM – 4 PM, Card Making Station for Community Gourmet Care Packages

Join us in the spirit of giving as we partner again this year with Community Gourmet to give care packages. Bring food items to put under our tree for local seniors. Add a cheery card you can make at our station, one to give and one to take home. *This event will run daily until 12/20.

3:15 PM – 4 PM, Cider, Cookies & Craft Time

Decorate an ornament for the holidays and enjoy some holiday cheer while you are here! All supplies and light refreshments will be provided.

5:30 PM–7 PM, Holiday Paint & Sip with Maine Artist Marguerite Genest

Marguerite will teach us how to paint a wine bag with a label, the perfect gift for anyone on your shopping list. Pre-registration is required 967-2778. All supplies and light refreshments will be provided.

Friday, December 6

10 AM – 10:30 AM, Mrs. Claus Story Time!

Mrs. Claus and one of the elves will be our special guests at story time for holiday stories and songs.

Saturday, December 7

9:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Treat Yourself! Book & Art Sale

The Book Cellar is well stocked with new and gently used books, puzzles, note cards, hats, CDs, and more. You are sure to find the perfect holiday gift for that swap, hostess, or lover of all things Kennebunkport—the 2-volume set of the History of Kennebunkport. A fantastic selection of art by local artists is also available.

Wednesday, December 11

3:15 PM – 5:30 PM, Cozy Family Movie!

Wear your jammies and snuggle in for a cozy time watching a movie with family and friends.

Thursday, December 12

3:15 PM – 4 PM, Cider, Cookies & Craft Time

Decorate an ornament for the holidays and enjoy some holiday cheer while you are here! All supplies and light refreshments will be provided.

5:30 PM-7 PM, Celebrate Christmas Prelude with Maine Author Shannon Butler

To help us celebrate in the perfect literary fashion, Maine Author Shannon Butler will be here to sign copies of her book “All is Calm: a Maine Christmas Reader”. A collection featuring essays, stories, and poetry of Mainers during the holidays. Light refreshments.

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Sip & Shop in the Book Cellar

A unique opportunity to discover new books and authors as well as a relaxing way to peruse your favorite books while enjoying a delicious beverage. Come explore the Book Cellar and shop with friends. Light refreshments.

Friday, December 13

10 AM – 10:30 AM, Holiday Songs Sing-Along with Mr. Eric

Join us for a special story time while we play instruments Mr. Eric will play his guitar and lead us in some great holiday songs. Mr. Eric is a local musician and fan favorite.