MAINE CHILDREN'S AUTHOR ~ JENNIFER COMEAU
2024-07-24 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Author Jennifer Comeau Wednesday, July 24 at 10:30 AM
Maine author Jennifer Comeau is joining us to read her book “The Inside of ME”, a rhyming story that connects the natural world through a child’s eyes. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

AUTHOR DIANE MADDEN
2024-07-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Author Diane Madden on Friday, July 26 at 2 PM.
Maine author Diane Madden will be here to read her book “The Story of Neeps and Tattie”, which is about two tortoises that were rescued near the shore of Loch Ness. Come learn all about turtles and tortoises. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

NATIVE SEED POPS
2024-07-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Create seed pops with Native Maine Wildflowers. When conditions are right, seed pops break down and sprout into plants. Fun for all ages. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room.

Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library,18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport www.graveslibrary.org

AUTHOR BEN BARROWMAN ~ PARMESAN PIG
2024-08-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Author Ben Barrowman on Thursday, August 1 at 10:30 AM.
Parmesan Pig is back! Listen to the latest story in the series. Young readers will learn how to distinguish facts from opinions in enjoyable ways. Copies of the books will be available for sale and signing.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

AUTHOR VISIT WITH MAUREEN LEE AND JENNIFER COOLEY
2024-08-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
We are very excited to host local authors Maureen Lee and Jennifer Cooley, to read from their latest children’s book in their A Puppy in Maine series, on Thursday, August 8 @ 1:00 in the Community Room. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing. Please call 967-2778 to register for this program.
Maureen Lee is a primary care physician who first fell in love with Maine while attending medical school in Biddeford, Maine, at the University of New England. She enjoys reading and traveling in her home state, as well as making time for bird-watching, hiking, photography, and painting.
Jennifer Cooley is a teacher in Kennebunk, Maine. Raised in Maine, she received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in education from Cedarville University in Ohio. Jenny loves to read, paint, travel, and go on adventures with Summer.
Summer is a fun-loving Golden Retriever pup who loves living in Maine and spending most of her time at outside. Some of her favorite hobbies include jumping in the waves at the ocean, spying on the neighbors, and stealing socks.

AUTHOR CHERYL FARRINGTON - FRIDAY, AUGUST 9 AT 10:00 AM
2024-08-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Author Cheryl Farrington on Friday, August 9 at 10:00 AM
Artist, photographer, and now children’s book author Cheryl Farrington will join us to read from her debut book “A Moose is Loose in Southern Maine”. A moose who is wandering through backyards in a residential neighborhood in southern Maine is spotted at different times by a mom, her son, and her son’s friend while it appears to be having some fun. The moose’s adventure turns out to be an exciting day for everyone involved! Moose craft for kids. Pre-registration is encouraged. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

MAINE AUTHOR - CHRIS VAN DUSEN AT THE MAINE CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM - SOLD OUT
2024-08-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Maine Classsic Car Museum, 2564 Portland Road, Arundel
THIS EVENT IS FULL

We are so excited to join forces with the Maine Classic Car Museum to invite Maine Author/Illustrator Chris Van Dusen back to visit with us at the Museum on Saturday, August 10. Chris will be hanging out among the cool cars at the Museum from 10:00 to 12:00 and to read from one of his many books. There is no charge for children. Adult admission is $12 per person. Registration is required. Please call the Library (967-2778) to add your name to the list.
The Maine Classic Car Museum is located at 2564 Portland Road, Arundel. Copies of Van Dusen’s books will be available for sale in the Museum store. This program includes a craft to go and treat!

More About Chris Van Dusen:
Chris lives in a little town on the Coast of Maine with his wife Lori and a dog named Opal. As a child, he spent hours drawing pictures. Dr. Seuss and Robert McCloskey were his heroes. After high school, he studied fine art at The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth and graduated with a BFA. For more than ten years he worked as a freelance illustrator specializing in art for kids. His first book, Down to the Sea with Mr. Magee was published in 2000.
Since then, Chris has written several books including The Circus Ship, If I Built a House, Randy Riley’s Really Big Hit, A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee, Big Truck, Little Island, and so many more! He also illustrated the Mercy Watson series written by Kate DiCamillo.
More About the Car Museum:
The Maine Classic Car Museum is New England’s friendliest visitor destination, with dozens of classic cars on display and an array of vintage automobilia and cultural curiosities. Come take a tour of the 2024 exhibits. Explore the Museum store with unique gifts for that car person in your life. Every car has a story, and they can’t wait to share them with you!

STUFFIE SLEEPOVER - AUGUST 13
2024-08-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Stuffie Sleepover
On Tuesday, August 13 @ 1:00 PM. Is your stuffed animal looking for an adventure? Come to our stuffie story time, then leave it at the library for a sleepover. When you pick up your stuffie, you can hear about its adventure! For ages 4 to 10 ; limit of 14.
For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room.

Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport www.graveslibrary.org

CAR WASH STORY TIME - AUGUST 14 @ 10:00 AM
2024-08-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Car Wash Story Time
We are so excited to partner with the Maine Classic Car Museum again this summer for a very special story time on Wednesday, August 14 at 10 AM.
Music, stories, songs, buckets & sponges! Be prepared to get wet! What car will the Maine Classic Car Museum bring? For toddlers to preschoolers.

Pre-registration is required. Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778.

SUPER SATURDAY
2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-11-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Spend your Saturday morning in the Junior Room at the Library! We’ll have craft to-go, games, puzzles, hands-on stations, and more! And don’t forget to try out the themed Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win a prize.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

SPECIAL STORY TIME - JOE THE FIREFIGHTER
2024-10-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Please join Miss Terri for story time on Friday, October 4 at 10:00 a.m. Guest reader Firefighter Joe has a special story for you! Join us to celebrate Fire Safety Week at Graves Library.
Stories, songs, and fun activities. All ages are welcome.

For more information, please call the Library at 967-2778.

SPECIAL STORY TIME – HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARADE
2024-10-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Please join us for a special “costume” story time on Friday, October 25 at 10:00 a.m. Stories, songs, and a craft in celebration of Halloween! Wear your costume, and march in our parade.

All ages are welcome. For more information, please call the Library at 967-2778.

TRICK OR TREAT - OCTOBER 31 FROM 3:00 TO 5:00 PM
2024-10-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
If you are out and about on Thursday, October 31, we encourage you and your family to stop by the Library between 3:00 and 5:00 pm to show us your costumes and pick up a treat. We would love to see you.

The Chamber of Commerce lantern will be out at the curb letting you know we have a piece of sugar just for you!

PAINT BY NUMBERS CLUB
2024-11-06 12:15 - 13:30 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Paint by Numbers Club
Wednesday, November 6, from 12:15-1:30 PM
This is a new program! Join Ms. Terri and work on your own paint by number. Meet some new friends too!

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

FURRY TALES IS BACK!
2024-11-22 10:00 - 10:30 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Furry Tales Story Time
We are so excited to partner with the Animal Welfare Society of Kennebunk for a very special story time. A coloring craft will follow. Preschoolers and their families explore the exciting world of animals with stories, playtime, crafts, songs, movement, and plenty of animal time. Each visit is a new adventure!

For further information, please call 967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

CARD MAKING STATION
2024-12-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Card Making Station December 5 – 20, 10-4:00
We want to invite people of all ages to attend our card-making program, where we will design cards to go with care packages from the Community Gourmet. This is a beautiful opportunity to show your support and positivity to those in need. During the program, you can design and personalize cards using various materials, such as markers, stickers, and stamps. These cards will be included in care packages distributed to seniors and individuals in our community. The Community Gourmet is a grass-roots effort to address food insecurity in Southern Maine.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

CIDER, COOKIES & CRAFT TIME
2024-12-05 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
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.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

MRS. CLAUS STORY TIME
2024-12-06 10:00 - 10:30 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Mrs. Claus Story Time!
Friday, December 6 at 10 AM
Mrs. Claus and one of the elves will be our special guests at story time for holiday stories and songs.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

COZY FAMILY MOVIE
2024-12-11 15:15 - 17:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Cozy Family Movie!
Wednesday, December 11, from 3:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Wear your jammies and snuggle in for a cozy time watching a movie with family and friends.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

HOLIDAY SONGS SING-ALONG WITH MR. ERIC
2024-12-13 10:00 - 10:30 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Holiday Songs Sing-Along with Mr. Eric on Friday, December 13 at 10 AM.
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.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

FOOD DONATIONS FOR COMMUNITY GOURMET CARE PACKAGES
2024-12-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Card Making Station Through December 20, 10-4:00
We want to invite people of all ages to attend our card-making program, where we will design cards to go with care packages from the Community Gourmet. This is a beautiful opportunity to show your support and positivity to those in need. During the program, you can design and personalize cards using various materials, such as markers, stickers, and stamps. These cards will be included in care packages distributed to seniors and individuals in our community. The Community Gourmet is a grass-roots effort to address food insecurity in Southern Maine. Suggested Donations are: Hormel meals, Cans of soup/beef stew with a flip top, Carnation Instant Breakfast, Lorna Dunes, Tuna fish/chicken packets, Nutri Grain bars, Macaroni and cheese cups, Individual fruit cups, thank you for all your support!

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

PAINT BY NUMBERS CLUB
2025-01-08 12:15 - 13:30 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Paint by Numbers Club
Wednesday, from 12:15-1:30 PM
Join Ms. Terri and work on your own paint by number. Meet some new friends too!

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

HARVEST STORY TIME - FRINKLEPOD FARM
2025-01-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Our friend Flora Brown from Frinklepod Farm will be here on Friday, January 17 at 10:00 am for a special harvest story time.
Frinklepod Farm is located at 244 Log Cabin Road. Their mission is to help us eat more plants and feel connected to the land, the farmers, and our community!

FURRY TALES
2025-01-31 10:00 - 10:30 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Furry Tales Story Time
We are so excited to partner with the Animal Welfare Society of Kennebunk for a very special story time. A coloring craft will follow. Preschoolers and their families explore the exciting world of animals with stories, playtime, crafts, songs, movement, and plenty of animal time. Each visit is a new adventure!

For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Department or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

TAKE YOUR CHILD TO THE LIBRARY DAY
2025-02-01 10:00 - 12:00 | ME
Saturday, February 1 from 10:00-12:00, National Take Your Child to the Library Day! Join us for donuts, try the February scavenger hunt, and get a special bookmark for the kids! The Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport for more information, please call 967-2778.
