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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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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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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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DROP IN CRAFT – MAKE A SWEET VALENTINE
Valentine Card Station Come in before Valentine's Day and make some cards on February 1 – 14. For all ages, supplies will be provided. Stamps, cards, ribbons & more, a card for someone you adore! The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778
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ON THE NIGHTSTAND – BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
ON THE NIGHTSTAND – BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Please join us on Saturday, November 4 at 9:00 a.m. for some coffee and conversation. This group will meet in the Dow Room on the first Saturday of every month. Bring a book that is on your nightstand currently being read. During the hour, we will share what we are reading and create a list
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NATIONAL BRING YOUR CHILD TO THE LIBRARY DAY
NATIONAL BRING YOUR CHILD TO THE LIBRARY DAY
Saturday, February 3 from 10:00-12:00, National Bring 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.
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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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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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TECHNOLOGY CLASS
TECHNOLOGY CLASS
Tired of feeling overwhelmed by technology? Come to our tiny tech class on Tuesday, February 6 at 11:15 a.m. in the Community Room. We will cover a small topic leaving plenty of time for questions and practice! In February we will explore smartphone basics. For further information, please call 967-2778.
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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
173 MERCANTILE SHOP FOR A CAUSE
173 MERCANTILE SHOP FOR A CAUSE
173 Mercantile, February 7th from 5-7:00, Private Shop Experience Shop for a cause, share the love! Join our private shopping event at 173 Mercantile on Feb 7th (5-7pm) & shower the Graves Library with support. 15% of pre-tax sales fuel their mission! Grab your friends, sip, shop, & make a difference! 173 Mercantile Private Shop
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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 In February, the group will be discussing His Excellency by Joseph Ellis. This group meets on the second Thursday of every month at 9:45 in the Dow Room. New members are always welcome. For further information, please call 967-2778. Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport
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RED TAG SALE – BOOK CELLAR FEBRUARY 9 & 10
RED TAG SALE – BOOK CELLAR FEBRUARY 9 & 10
Friday, February 9 & Saturday, February 10 from 9:30-12:30 Red Tag Sale in the Book Cellar. Come treasure hunting in the book sale, new items are added weekly. 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 information, please call 967-2778 or visit our website
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MOVIE MATINEE
MOVIE MATINEE
Saturday, February 10 at 2:00 pm. Movie Afternoon. Come enjoy a fun afternoon with someone special. Sweets for the sweet will be offered. Free event, donations are welcome. 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 information, please call 967-2778 or visit our
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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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3 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
Your Health Matters Book Club Join us Tuesday, February 13 at 12 PM. Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library and the Kennebunkport Public Health Department invite you to participate in a lunchtime book discussion of “Sober Curious” by Ruby Warrington. Copies of the book are available at the Library. Not able to read the book
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HIBERNATION PROGRAM
HIBERNATION PROGRAM
Hibernation Program with the Center for Wildlife Join us for an interesting program with a special guest from the Center for Wildlife on Tuesday, February 13, from 3:15 to 4:00 PM. The Center for Wildlife is a private, non-profit conservation medicine and environmental education organization located in Cape Neddick, ME. What will it be? A
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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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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.
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FURRY TALES
FURRY TALES
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!
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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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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
DINO-MITE TEA TIME!
DINO-MITE TEA TIME!
DINO MITE TEA TIME! Join us Wednesday, February 21, 2:00 - 3:00 PM for dinosaur stories, songs, games, tea & cookies. Special guest readers Mr. Frank and Mr. T-Rex will be here, it’s going to be dino-mite! For all ages, pre-registration is required. The Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further
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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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WINE ON-LINE FEBRUARY
WINE ON-LINE FEBRUARY
Join us virtually via Zoom on February 22 at 5:30 pm for a fun hour of wine tasting, information, and trivia! Local wine gurus Lani Dietz and Betsy Ross will guide us through the program with ideas, pairings, and educational tidbits as we sip wines selected by our two experts. This will be a Zoom
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MAINE AUTHOR RONALD JOSEPH – FEBRUARY 24 @ 2:00 PM
MAINE AUTHOR RONALD JOSEPH – FEBRUARY 24 @ 2:00 PM
THE PATSY BRAY MAHONEY LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS: Maine Author, Ron Joseph will be here at the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library on Saturday, February 24 @ 2:00 pm to talk about his work as a wildlife biologist and his memoir, Bald Eagles, Bear Cubs, and Hermit Bill. Ron will present a slide show and talk
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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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LEGO MADNESS
LEGO MADNESS
Lego Madness will take place on Tuesday, February 27 at 3:15 PM Bring your imagination for an hour of fun. Imagine, Build, Create! Unstructured build time will be followed by a group-building challenge and game. This program is for elementary-aged students. Please give us a call to register at 967-2778.
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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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LEAP FROG COOKIES
LEAP FROG COOKIES
Leap Frog Cookies It’s Leap Year! Celebrate with us by coming in for a Leap Frog cookie on Thursday, February 29 from 3:00-4:30 PM. 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.
EVENING BOOK GROUP
EVENING BOOK GROUP
Evening Book Group Join us on Thursday, February 29th for this month’s book group. All are welcome to attend. Please give us a call at 967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.
SIP & SHOP
SIP & SHOP
Sip and Shop in the Book Cellar Thursday, February 29, 5:00-7:00 PM Sip and Shop at the Book Cellar provides 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. You
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