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THE BOOK CELLAR
THE BOOK CELLAR
When next you visit the Graves Library, don't forget to check out our ongoing book sale in the basement. Thousands of books (in really great condition) for sale at very low prices. Cookbooks, fiction, biography, travel, children's, sports, history, Maine, DVDs, and so much more. All proceeds benefit Graves Library. Our inventory is constantly changing.
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WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
Each episode, we bring you a new interview with a community member. It could be someone you see at the Post Office, behind the counter at Bradbury's, at Church, or in the Square. Get to know your fellow Kennebunkport Residents by watching our weekly show. We post it on Facebook, Youtube, and Local Television 1301.
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ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
Community Art Show We invite you to stop by the Library during regular hours and check out the latest work created by staff, volunteers, and members of the Graves Library. The Artists of Graves Library exhibition will present a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums including acrylic abstractions, watercolor landscapes, mixed media, and photography.
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CELINA MCMICHAEL STROKE TALK
CELINA MCMICHAEL STROKE TALK
Tuesday, March 28 at 6:00 pm. Celina McMichael Stroke Talk. Please join us for a special talk on the Signs and Signals of Cerebrovascular Incidents a/k/a Stroke. Five-time stroke survivor, Celina McMichael, will be with us for a brief synopsis of her story, stroke awareness, discussion, and more. Celina has lived in Kennebunk with her
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POLYPHARMACY PROGRAM
POLYPHARMACY PROGRAM
Are you aware that if you take five or more medications daily you are at an increased risk of unintentional consequences? Please join us on Wednesday, March 29 @ 9:00 am in the Community Room for a very important program on Polypharmacy. Sydney Springer, Pharm.D., MS, BCPS, BCGP, is an Assistant Professor at the University of
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TECH & TEA
TECH & TEA
Wednesday, March 29 at 10:30 am. Tech & Tea. This month’s topic in Tech & Tea will be iPhone photo basics. Join us for this information session on what some icons mean and how to use them. The Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, and is open Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00, and Saturdays 9:30-12:30. For
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PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
Calling all fellow knitters! Join us on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 to sit and knit. Bring any current project and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class.
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STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Please join us every Friday at 10:00 am for story time in the Community Room. Together, we will read stories, sing songs, and move about the room. A take-home craft is available. This program is designed for children 5 and younger, however, all ages are welcome. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. For
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TWO ARTISTS: MARGUERITE GENEST & BRENDAN RODDY TALK PAINTING
TWO ARTISTS: MARGUERITE GENEST & BRENDAN RODDY TALK PAINTING
Saturday, April 1 at 3:00 pm. Two Artists: Marguerite Genest and Brendan Roddy. Please join us for another spectacular session - Artists in Conversation. Maine Artists Marguerite Genest and Brendan Roddy will be here to talk about their style, their process, and what inspires them. Both Brendan and Marguerite are long-time teachers who share the
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THE BOOK CELLAR
THE BOOK CELLAR
When next you visit the Graves Library, don't forget to check out our ongoing book sale in the basement. Thousands of books (in really great condition) for sale at very low prices. Cookbooks, fiction, biography, travel, children's, sports, history, Maine, DVDs, and so much more. All proceeds benefit Graves Library. Our inventory is constantly changing.
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WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
Each episode, we bring you a new interview with a community member. It could be someone you see at the Post Office, behind the counter at Bradbury's, at Church, or in the Square. Get to know your fellow Kennebunkport Residents by watching our weekly show. We post it on Facebook, Youtube, and Local Television 1301.
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1 event,
ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
Community Art Show We invite you to stop by the Library during regular hours and check out the latest work created by staff, volunteers, and members of the Graves Library. The Artists of Graves Library exhibition will present a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums including acrylic abstractions, watercolor landscapes, mixed media, and photography.
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PERSIA, NOW IRAN – A SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
PERSIA, NOW IRAN – A SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
Wednesday, April 5, 12, 19 & 26 12:00-2:00 pm. South Coast Senior College Class- Persia, now Iran. Most of what Americans know about Persia comes from the Greeks via the Persian wars -- Thermopylae, Pheidippides and the Battle of Marathon, the naval battle at Salamis, Cyrus the Great, Xerxes, and Darius. We know little or
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PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
Port Knitters Calling all fellow knitters! Join us on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 to sit and knit. Bring any current project and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. www.graveslibrary.org
PORTSIDE READERS PRESENTS – WEEKLY READINGS
PORTSIDE READERS PRESENTS – WEEKLY READINGS
Portside Readers Presents Who Does Not Like to be Read a Story? Remember how great it was to be read to as a child? Now you can relive that joyful experience as an adult! Just tune us in and tune out the world for a few minutes of well-chosen words. Graves Library presents a merry
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THE BOOK CELLAR
THE BOOK CELLAR
When next you visit the Graves Library, don't forget to check out our ongoing book sale in the basement. Thousands of books (in really great condition) for sale at very low prices. Cookbooks, fiction, biography, travel, children's, sports, history, Maine, DVDs, and so much more. All proceeds benefit Graves Library. Our inventory is constantly changing.
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WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
Each episode, we bring you a new interview with a community member. It could be someone you see at the Post Office, behind the counter at Bradbury's, at Church, or in the Square. Get to know your fellow Kennebunkport Residents by watching our weekly show. We post it on Facebook, Youtube, and Local Television 1301.
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DEATH CAFE – DON’T LET THE NAME SCARE YOU
DEATH CAFE – DON’T LET THE NAME SCARE YOU
Please join us for our Death Cafe - Community, Conversation, and Coffee. We will be meeting in the Community Room on Wednesday, April 11 at 9:00 am. What is a Death Cafe? A Death Cafe is a safe and relaxed space to gather with people to discuss topics related to death and dying. The objective
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ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
Community Art Show We invite you to stop by the Library during regular hours and check out the latest work created by staff, volunteers, and members of the Graves Library. The Artists of Graves Library exhibition will present a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums including acrylic abstractions, watercolor landscapes, mixed media, and photography.
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PERSIA, NOW IRAN – A SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
PERSIA, NOW IRAN – A SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
Wednesday, April 5, 12, 19 & 26 12:00-2:00 pm. South Coast Senior College Class- Persia, now Iran. Most of what Americans know about Persia comes from the Greeks via the Persian wars -- Thermopylae, Pheidippides and the Battle of Marathon, the naval battle at Salamis, Cyrus the Great, Xerxes, and Darius. We know little or
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PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
Port Knitters Calling all fellow knitters! Join us on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 to sit and knit. Bring any current project and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. www.graveslibrary.org
PORTSIDE READERS PRESENTS – WEEKLY READINGS
PORTSIDE READERS PRESENTS – WEEKLY READINGS
Portside Readers Presents Who Does Not Like to be Read a Story? Remember how great it was to be read to as a child? Now you can relive that joyful experience as an adult! Just tune us in and tune out the world for a few minutes of well-chosen words. Graves Library presents a merry
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MORNING BOOK GROUP
MORNING BOOK GROUP
Morning Book Group. This group meets on the second Thursday of every month at 9:45 in the Dow Room. New members are always welcome. The Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778. April's book is The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner.
WRITE ON
WRITE ON
Write On! Enjoy putting pen to paper with your thoughts and stories? Join us for a different kind of writing group. When we meet, we will discuss our findings, share our writing, and get to know our own unique inner talents! Creative writing prompts will be given at the end of each meeting.
C.A.R.E.S. MONTHLY PRESENTATION
C.A.R.E.S. MONTHLY PRESENTATION
Join us for our monthly discussion with 3 Towns: 1 Community C.A.R.E.S. (Conversation, Advocacy, Resources, Education, Support), C.A.R.E.S. meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 pm in the Community Room at the Graves Library (18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport) for a guest speaker presentation, open discussion, and overdose first aid training. Anyone is
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MUSICAL MOVIE MATINEE AT GRAVES LIBRARY
MUSICAL MOVIE MATINEE AT GRAVES LIBRARY
Saturday, April 15 at 2:00 pm. Movie Matinee: Jersey Boys. All are welcome to attend this musical movie event. Light refreshments will be served. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, please use the parking lot entrance. For further information, please call 967-2778 or visit our website at
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THE BOOK CELLAR
THE BOOK CELLAR
When next you visit the Graves Library, don't forget to check out our ongoing book sale in the basement. Thousands of books (in really great condition) for sale at very low prices. Cookbooks, fiction, biography, travel, children's, sports, history, Maine, DVDs, and so much more. All proceeds benefit Graves Library. Our inventory is constantly changing.
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2 events,
ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
Community Art Show We invite you to stop by the Library during regular hours and check out the latest work created by staff, volunteers, and members of the Graves Library. The Artists of Graves Library exhibition will present a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums including acrylic abstractions, watercolor landscapes, mixed media, and photography.
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YOUR HEALTH MATTERS – LUNCHTIME BOOK GROUP
YOUR HEALTH MATTERS – LUNCHTIME BOOK GROUP
Please join us, Alison Kenneway and Kim Noble, RNs from the Kennebunkport Public Health Department on Tuesday, April 18 @ 12:00 pm in the Community Room to identify ways to improve healthy choices and overall well-being. Bring your lunch and talk with us about "food swaps." Copies of this book will be available at
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PERSIA, NOW IRAN – A SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
PERSIA, NOW IRAN – A SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
Wednesday, April 5, 12, 19 & 26 12:00-2:00 pm. South Coast Senior College Class- Persia, now Iran. Most of what Americans know about Persia comes from the Greeks via the Persian wars -- Thermopylae, Pheidippides and the Battle of Marathon, the naval battle at Salamis, Cyrus the Great, Xerxes, and Darius. We know little or
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PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
Port Knitters Calling all fellow knitters! Join us on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 to sit and knit. Bring any current project and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. www.graveslibrary.org
AUTHOR VISIT WITH LOCAL FAVORITE – ALBERT WAITT
AUTHOR VISIT WITH LOCAL FAVORITE – ALBERT WAITT
We hope to see you on Wednesday, April 19 @ 6:00 pm for a very special visit with our friend and local author Albert Waitt right here at Graves Library. Al will be reading from his new book - The Ruins of Woodman's Village, a coastal mystery taut with suspense and an undertow of social
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NUTRITION PROGRAM
NUTRITION PROGRAM
Thursday, April 20 at 9:00 am. Nutrition Program. Join us to learn more about nutrition and healthy eating tips from registered dieticians Erika Grant and Katelyn DeRaps. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, and is open Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00, and Saturdays 9:30-12:30. For further information, please call 967-2778
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WINE ON-LINE WITH MAINE & VINE AND WINE HOUSE ON MAIN
WINE ON-LINE WITH MAINE & VINE AND WINE HOUSE ON MAIN
Join us on Thursday, April 13th at 5:30 pm for a fun hour of tasting, information, and trivia right on Zoom. For April, we will be tasting wines for the spring months! Our two experts, Lani Dietz, and Betsy Ross will be on hand to guide us through the program. Please call the Library at
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ANNUAL POETRY BASH: IN MEMORY AND HONOR OF MICHAEL TARABILDA
ANNUAL POETRY BASH: IN MEMORY AND HONOR OF MICHAEL TARABILDA
Won’t you join Graves Library for National Poetry Month on Sunday, April 23 @ 2:00 pm and get back in touch with your inner poet?! The former US Poet Laureate Billy Collins once wrote: “All babies are born with a knowledge of poetry because the lub-dub of the mother’s heart is in iambic meter.” Bring
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THE BOOK CELLAR
THE BOOK CELLAR
When next you visit the Graves Library, don't forget to check out our ongoing book sale in the basement. Thousands of books (in really great condition) for sale at very low prices. Cookbooks, fiction, biography, travel, children's, sports, history, Maine, DVDs, and so much more. All proceeds benefit Graves Library. Our inventory is constantly changing.
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EARTH DAY CELEBRATION – A VIEWING OF THE FILM KISS THE GROUND
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION – A VIEWING OF THE FILM KISS THE GROUND
Please join us on Monday, April 24 @ 6:00 pm for a very special Earth Day Celebration. We will be watching and discussing the film Kiss the Ground. This 2020 documentary narrated by Woody Harrelson is inspiring and groundbreaking when it comes to our climate crisis. This program is hosted by the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust, Graves
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WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
Each episode, we bring you a new interview with a community member. It could be someone you see at the Post Office, behind the counter at Bradbury's, at Church, or in the Square. Get to know your fellow Kennebunkport Residents by watching our weekly show. We post it on Facebook, Youtube, and Local Television 1301.
+ Read More
2 events,
ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
ARTISTS OF GRAVES LIBRARY: A COMMUNITY ART SHOW
Community Art Show We invite you to stop by the Library during regular hours and check out the latest work created by staff, volunteers, and members of the Graves Library. The Artists of Graves Library exhibition will present a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums including acrylic abstractions, watercolor landscapes, mixed media, and photography.
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TECH & TEA
TECH & TEA
Tuesday, April 25 at 3:00. Tech & Tea. This month’s topic in Tech & Tea will be spotting misinformation online. Join us for this information session on what some icons mean and how to use them. The Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, and is open Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00, and Saturdays 9:30-12:30. For further
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3 events,
PERSIA, NOW IRAN – A SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
PERSIA, NOW IRAN – A SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
Wednesday, April 5, 12, 19 & 26 12:00-2:00 pm. South Coast Senior College Class- Persia, now Iran. Most of what Americans know about Persia comes from the Greeks via the Persian wars -- Thermopylae, Pheidippides and the Battle of Marathon, the naval battle at Salamis, Cyrus the Great, Xerxes, and Darius. We know little or
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PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
PORT KNITTERS – WEDNESDAYS
Port Knitters Calling all fellow knitters! Join us on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 to sit and knit. Bring any current project and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. www.graveslibrary.org
PORTSIDE READERS PRESENTS – WEEKLY READINGS
PORTSIDE READERS PRESENTS – WEEKLY READINGS
Portside Readers Presents Who Does Not Like to be Read a Story? Remember how great it was to be read to as a child? Now you can relive that joyful experience as an adult! Just tune us in and tune out the world for a few minutes of well-chosen words. Graves Library presents a merry
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EVENING BOOK GROUP
EVENING BOOK GROUP
This month, the Evening Book Group will be discussing Small things like these by Claire Keegan. Join us @ 5:00 pm for a lively discussion. Copies are available upon request. Please give us a call at 967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.
MONTHLY MOVIE NIGHT @ GRAVES LIBRARY
MONTHLY MOVIE NIGHT @ GRAVES LIBRARY
Please join us on Thursday, April 27 @ 6:45 pm in the Community Room. We are so excited to be celebrating National American Sign Language Awareness Month with a viewing of this blockbuster set in New England. Join us for a great night of theater, snacks, and friends.