Louis T Graves Memorial Public Library

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2026-08-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-04 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
TECH HELP WITH JENNIFER

Tech help with Jennifer is available. Please call to schedule a time and bring a list of questions. She will do her best to help!

THE BOOK CELLAR - USED BOOK STORE - Open Library Hours Monday - Saturday
2026-08-17 09:30 - 17:00, 2026-08-10 09:30 - 17:00, 2026-08-03 09:30 - 17:00
Visit the Book Cellar! There are thousands of books to choose from during Library hours. We also have notecards, special books, ball caps, special gift books, coffee mugs, bookmarks, and more. Cookbooks, sports, religion, fiction, biography, history, children’s, classics, health, and more! Looking for the perfect gift idea? Purchase a gift certificate for the book sale! Open during library hours Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00; Saturdays, 9:30-12:30.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, and is open Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00; Saturdays, 9:30-12:30. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

BEAU DALLEO CONCERT - AUGUST 14 AT 3:30 PM
2026-08-14 15:30 - 16:30
Beau Dalleo Concert
Join us for some good vibes and live music in the garden at the Graves Library Summer Music Series, for free. Bring your friends, bring your chair, sit back, tap your feet, and listen to some local beat. Beau Dalleo is a professional guitarist playing songs you know and love! Let’s celebrate summer, our community, and our fondness for talented artists right in our own backyard! Thank you, sponsors, Partners Bank, Pack Maynard, and Robert & Marjorie Dennis. This event will be held in the community room if it rains. Parking is available on Maine Street or at the Village Fire Station on North Street.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

STORYTIME - FRIDAYS 10 AM
2026-08-14 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-08-07 10:00 - 10:30
Fabulous Friday Family Storytime with Miss Terri and Miss Allison is in the community room every Friday at 10 AM, and everyone is welcome to Stay & Play at 10:45 AM. This program features stories, fingerplays, and songs. After storytime, be sure to stop at our hands-on stations that are always open: puzzle cubes, View-Master, coloring crafts, Legos, I Spy terrarium, and more! Try out our 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 207-967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

AUTHOR KEITH O'BRIEN
2026-08-13 19:30 - 20:30
As part of the Patsy Bray Mahoney Lecture Series, we are pleased to welcome author Keith O’Brien to the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library on Thursday, August 13, at 7:30 p.m. Larry Bird, one of the greatest college and professional basketball players of all time, came very close to being neither one. The story of his improbable recruitment and rise at Indiana State University is the subject of bestselling author and award-winning journalist Keith O’Brien’s new book, “Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird”. O’Brien will discuss Larry Bird’s meteoric rise from obscurity to immortality.

While Keith O’Brien is best known for his sports writing, including the bestselling book “Hustle” about the dramatic rise and fall of disgraced baseball superstar Pete Rose, he has penned several other popular books, including “Fly Girls” about women airplane racers.
Registration required; please call 207-967-2778.
Thank you to our sponsors, Kennebunk Outfitters and Octopus Bookshop.
The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

LINDSAY AND HER PUPPET PALS
2026-08-13 14:00 - 15:00
Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals
Join us on Thursday, August 13, at 2 PM. As part of our summer reading program, Lindsay brings her larger-than-life Puppet Pals to delight child and family audiences. Funny, fast-paced, and interactive, this variety show delights the young and the young at heart! With positive messaging and professionalism, this program is a favorite among libraries. Pre-registration is required. For further information, please call and ask for the Junior Room 207-967-2778.

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

MORNING BOOK GROUP - AUGUST 13 AT 9:45
2026-08-13 09:45 - 11:00
Morning Book Group
The book for August is “The Overstory” by Richard Powers.
This group meets on the second Thursday of every month at 9:45 in the Dow Room. For further information, please call 207-967-2778.

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

PORT KNITTERS
2026-08-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-05 13:00 - 15:00
Port Knitters meet on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 to sit and knit. Members are encouraged to bring any current projects and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

CHESS CLUB
2026-08-11 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-04 14:00 - 16:00
Calling all Chess players! Bring your own board or use one of ours – Tuesdays, from 2:00 to 4:30 PM in the Dow Room. We hope to get some great matches going and help each other learn this great game. All levels of play are welcome.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport.

For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

LISA MILLS & DON WESSELS CONCERT - AUGUST 7 AT 3:30 PM
2026-08-07 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for some good vibes and live music in the Community Room at the Graves Library Music Series, for free. Bring your refreshments, friends, chair, sit back, tap your feet, and listen to some local beats. Lisa Mills and Don Wessels will wow us with duets. Celebrate our community and our fondness for talented artists right in our backyard! This event will be held in the community room in the event of rain. Thank you, sponsors: Partners Bank, Pack Maynard, and Robert & Marjorie Dennis. Parking is available on Maine Street or at the Village Fire Station on North Street.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

LOCAL AUTHOR SUZANNE STOHLMAN
2026-08-07 14:30 - 15:30
Local Author Suzanne Stohlman
Friday, August 7, 2:30 PM
Suzanne will be reading from her new book “The Grandeman Sisters – Resourceful, Creative and Generous Women of Kennebunkport”. The book chronicles how Mary and Marion lived their lives: with tenacity, imagination, and charm. Light refreshments will be provided thanks to the Graves Snack Team. 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 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

2025 PHOTOS OF THE YEAR - PORTLAND PRESS HERALD
2026-08-06 17:00 - 18:30
Opening Reception for PPH 2025 Photos of the Year
Our opening reception with photographers from the Portland Press Herald is always an amazing event. The photographers will answer your questions and share their fascinating “creation stories,” when some combination of timing, persistence, inspiration, fast action, and sheer luck put them in the right place at the right moment to capture these memorable pictures. Light refreshments will be served. You won’t want to miss it! “Portland Press Herald photographers uncover unexpected moments every day and show us the profound beauty of connection. It is a great privilege to photograph the people of Maine and share their stories.” This exhibit shares some of the best photos from 2025 and will be on display until August 30.

Join us for an opening reception with light refreshments on Thursday, August 6, 5:00-6:30 PM
The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

PHOTOGRAPHER BUDDY DOYLE
2026-08-06 15:30 - 17:00
Photographer Buddy Doyle
Thursday, August 6, 3:30 PM
“Maine’s Still Reading” features 50 new portraits by photographer Buddy Doyle, capturing Mainers of all backgrounds curled up with their latest read in Adirondack chairs by the water, porch hammocks and armchairs in front of the fire. Each portrait includes original reflections from the readers themselves, sharing not just where they read, but why these moments and places matter to them. Proceeds support the Maine Library Association’s statewide literacy initiatives, making every purchase a contribution to keeping Maine reading.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

PORTLAND STAGE
2026-08-06 10:30 - 11:30
Portland Stage Theater Program
Thursday, August 6, 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Play, performance and acting workshop. Listen to a dramatic story by actors. Then you will participate in an interactive program. Space is limited to 30 children.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

PETER BOIE MAGIC SHOW
2026-08-05 10:30 - 11:30
Magician Peter Boie
Wednesday, August 5, from 10:30-11:30 AM
Mind-blowing magic and side-splitting comedy. Peter first became fascinated with magic at the age of eleven when he stumbled across a magic book at his local library. He now travels around the country performing his award-winning magic that will defy your reality. An award-winning show for people of all ages. Pre-registration is required.

Parking is available on Maine Street or at the Village Fire Station on North Street. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

ON THE NIGHTSTAND - BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
2026-08-01 09:30 - 10:30
Please join us for some coffee and conversation. This group will meet in the Dow Room.
Bring a book that is currently being read on your nightstand. During the hour, we will share what we are reading and create a list for others to explore. We hope to see you here.

Please call the Library with any questions at 207-967-2778.

MORNING YOGA WITH KRIYA YOGI, VIRGINIA WILLIAMSON
2026-08-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-31 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-30 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-29 09:00 - 10:00
MORNING YOGA WITH KRIYA YOGI VIRGINIA WILLIAMSON
Monday, July 20, 22, 23, 24, 25, 27, 29, 30 & 31 at 9 AM.
Virginia is a Kriya Yogi in the lineage of Paramahansa Yogananda; she holds multiple teaching certifications and has completed over 2,200 hours of training, study, and practice. She is committed to providing an environment where students can learn from an internal perspective. Students are encouraged to practice according to their own physical, mental, and emotional contexts. A suggested donation of $15 for this class can be paid to the instructor.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.
A $15 donation is suggested for morning yoga with Kriya Yogi Virginia Williamson and can be paid to the instructor on the day of the class. www.virginiawillaimson.com

KEN BURNS - JULY 30 - SOLD OUT
2026-07-30 17:00 - 20:00
Ken Burns, with interviewer Rob Caldwell, July 30 SOLD OUT
Photo credit: Stephanie Berger
ICONIC FILMMAKER KEN BURNS WILL DISCUSS HIS AWARD-WINNING WORK AND THE STATE OF THE NATION ON ITS 250th ANNIVERSARY WITH TV NEWS ANCHOR ROB CALDWELL AT GRAVES LIBRARY’S DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER EVENT AT KBH AUDITORIUM ON JULY 30. Doors open at 5:00 PM. Event begins at 6:00 PM.
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with this rare opportunity to experience American icon and treasured storyteller Ken Burns at 6 p.m. on July 30 at Kennebunk High School. From his groundbreaking documentary The Civil War to his most recent release The American Revolution, Burns has captured the imagination of an entire nation for nearly five decades.
Burns will be interviewed by Rob Caldwell, one of Maine’s premier TV news anchors. Prior to the event, The Seatones, a popular group of 16 Southern Maine singers from Seaglass Performing Arts, will perform a musical prelude of patriotic songs.
Hosted by the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, this special appearance is part of the library’s Distinguished Speaker Series, annual fundraising events featuring nationally recognized authors and speakers. All proceeds from ticket sales and event sponsorships support the library’s essential programs and services.
Ken Burns has been making documentary films for almost 50 years. Since the Academy Award nominated Brooklyn Bridge in 1981, Burns has gone on to direct some of the most acclaimed historical documentaries ever made, including The Civil War, Baseball; Jazz, The War, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea, Prohibition; The Roosevelts: An Intimate History, The Vietnam War, Country Music, The U.S. and the Holocaust, The American Buffalo, Leonardo da Vinci, and The American Revolution, which aired on PBS in November, 2025.
Burns’ films have been honored with dozens of major awards, including 17 Emmy Awards, two Grammy Awards, and two Oscar nominations. In September of 2008, at the News & Documentary Emmy Awards, he was honored by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences with a Lifetime Achievement Award. In November of 2022, Burns was inducted in the Television Academy Hall of Fame.
The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, housed in an historic 19th century building located near Kennebunkport’s famous Dock Square town center, is a full-service free library whose mission is “to enrich the lives of all we serve.” A nonprofit organization, Graves Library receives 60 percent of its operating budget from donations and other fundraising sources.
Thank you sponsors, Spinnaker Trust, Kennebunk Savings, Partners Bank, Bergen Parkinson Attorneys, Bob Dennis Photography, Colony Hotel, Louise Hurlbutt Designs, Octopus Bookshop, Mike Kelly, and Edison Press.

BOARD GAMES!
2026-07-30 14:00 - 16:00
Board Games! Come join us every Thursday afternoon to play! Board games, including Scrabble, Backgammon, cards, crosswords and more will be available in the Dow Room. Come have a coffee or cocoa and some fun.

The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

BANJO JIMMY - JULY 29
2026-07-29 11:00 - 11:30
Banjo Jimmy
Events for our summer reading program continue on July 29, at 11 AM. Join us to sing along with Banjo Jimmy as he performs family favorites! All ages are welcome to this rain-or-shine event. Pre-registration is required.

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