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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
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WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
What's Your Story? In 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
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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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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
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STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Fabulous Friday Family Story Time Join us in the community room every Friday at 10 AM. This program includes stories, instruments, bubbles, and songs. After story time, everyone is welcome to Stay & Play with Puzzle Cubes, View-Master, Coloring Crafts, Fishing Game, I Spy Terrarium, and more! Try out our themed Scavenger Hunt and win
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STAY & PLAY
STAY & PLAY
Looking for a fun and educational activity for your kids? A one-hour playtime for children and caregivers to engage in educational toys, promoting socialization and engagement. Try our Puzzle Cubes,
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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.
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SUPER SATURDAY
SUPER SATURDAY
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
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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?
What's Your Story? In 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
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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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TECHNOLOGY CLASS
TECHNOLOGY CLASS
Tired of feeling overwhelmed by technology? Come to our tiny tech class on Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. in the Community Room. We will cover a small topic leaving plenty of time for questions and practice! For further information, please call 967-2778.
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PLANTING FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE
PLANTING FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE
Planting for Climate Resilience Wednesday, May 8, 5:30 PM Together with our Friends of Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, we are very excited to be hosting members of the Wild
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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 May, the group will be discussing The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray. 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
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STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Fabulous Friday Family Story Time Join us in the community room every Friday at 10 AM. This program includes stories, instruments, bubbles, and songs. After story time, everyone is welcome to Stay & Play with Puzzle Cubes, View-Master, Coloring Crafts, Fishing Game, I Spy Terrarium, and more! Try out our themed Scavenger Hunt and win
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STAY & PLAY
STAY & PLAY
Looking for a fun and educational activity for your kids? A one-hour playtime for children and caregivers to engage in educational toys, promoting socialization and engagement. Try our Puzzle Cubes,
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MAINE AUTHOR GIGI GEORGES – MAY 11 @ 2:00 PM
MAINE AUTHOR GIGI GEORGES – MAY 11 @ 2:00 PM
THE PATSY BRAY MAHONEY LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS: Maine Author Gigi Georges will be here on Saturday, May 11 at 2:00 PM. Ms. Georges turned to narrative non-fiction writing after an extensive career in politics, public service, and academia. A former White House Special Assistant to the President and U.S. Senate State Director, she has taught
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2 events,
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?
What's Your Story? In 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,
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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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1 event,
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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3 events,
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.
WINE TASTING WITH LANI DIETZ AND BETSY ROSS ~ MAY 16 @ 5:00 PM
WINE TASTING WITH LANI DIETZ AND BETSY ROSS ~ MAY 16 @ 5:00 PM
Join us on Thursday, May 16 @ 5:00 p.m. for a very special wine tasting and unveiling of the painting for our raffle fundraiser. Local wine experts Lani Dietz and Betsy Ross will guide us through the program with ideas, pairings, and educational tidbits of the selected wines from around the globe. A
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WIN THIS PAINTING – A FUNDRAISER FOR GRAVES LIBRARY
WIN THIS PAINTING – A FUNDRAISER FOR GRAVES LIBRARY
"This painting, created in the depths of a rainy cold winter still evokes the memory of the beautiful sand, blue skies, and summer clouds of the beach in Maine". WIN THIS PAINTING We are pleased to offer an original oil painting to be raffled off early September, 2024. This 26 x 26 oil on canvas
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2 events,
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
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STAY & PLAY
STAY & PLAY
Looking for a fun and educational activity for your kids? A one-hour playtime for children and caregivers to engage in educational toys, promoting socialization and engagement. Try our Puzzle Cubes,
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CARL & DAVID LITTLE, TWO BROTHERS – MAY 18 @ 2:00 PM
CARL & DAVID LITTLE, TWO BROTHERS – MAY 18 @ 2:00 PM
THE PATSY BRAY MAHONEY LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS: CARL & DAVID LITTLE, TWO BROTHERS - ART OF PENOBSCOT BAY MAY 18 @ 2:00 PM For Art of Penobscot Bay, brothers David and Carl Little, well-known stewards of Maine art, have selected art and artists, from history and today, that celebrate the myriad of inlets, islands,
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2 events,
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.
+ Read More
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
What's Your Story? In 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,
+ 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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LEGO CLUB
LEGO CLUB
Lego Madness will take place on Tuesday, May 21 at 3:15 PM Bring your imagination for an hour of fun. Imagine, Build, Create! Unstructured build time will be followed by
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CRICUT FOR BEGINNERS ~ ADULT CLASS
CRICUT FOR BEGINNERS ~ ADULT CLASS
Cricut for Beginners Wednesday, May 22, 1 PM This class lets adults improve their skills with Cricut guide Marina, who will teach the basics of crafting with a Cricut paper-cutting
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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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AUTHOR VISIT WITH LOCAL FAVORITE – ALBERT WAITT
AUTHOR VISIT WITH LOCAL FAVORITE – ALBERT WAITT
Local Author Albert Waitt on Thursday, May 23, 6 PM We hope you join us for a very special visit with our friend and local author, Albert Waitt, right here at Graves Library. Mr. Waitt will be reading from his new book – “Flood Tide” an LT Nichols mystery. Copies of the book will be
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2 events,
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Fabulous Friday Family Story Time Join us in the community room every Friday at 10 AM. This program includes stories, instruments, bubbles, and songs. After story time, everyone is welcome to Stay & Play with Puzzle Cubes, View-Master, Coloring Crafts, Fishing Game, I Spy Terrarium, and more! Try out our themed Scavenger Hunt and win
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STAY & PLAY
STAY & PLAY
Looking for a fun and educational activity for your kids? A one-hour playtime for children and caregivers to engage in educational toys, promoting socialization and engagement. Try our Puzzle Cubes,
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0 events,
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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IT’S NOT ABOUT THE CAMERA: AN EVENING OF BEAUTIFUL IMAGERY
IT’S NOT ABOUT THE CAMERA: AN EVENING OF BEAUTIFUL IMAGERY
It’s Not About the Camera: An Evening of Beautiful Imagery and Compelling Reflections Wednesday, May 29, 5:30 PM Come enjoy an evening of captivating photography as Mark Jones shares thoughts and take-aways that can be used to improve your own images regardless of your camera. Mark is CEO and President of Saco & Biddeford Savings
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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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2 events,
EVENING BOOK GROUP
EVENING BOOK GROUP
Evening Book Group Join us on Thursday, May 30th, for this month’s book group. All are welcome to attend. For May, the group is reading Spring Rain: A Life Lived in Gardens by Marc Hamer. Please give us a call at 967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.
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MAY MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – MAY 30 @ 6:45 PM
MAY MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – MAY 30 @ 6:45 PM
Monthly Movie Night! Join us for a great night of theater, snacks, and friends in the Community Room. One night a month, the Library's Community Room will transform into a movie theater. Meet up with your friends, and snack on some popcorn!
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STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Fabulous Friday Family Story Time Join us in the community room every Friday at 10 AM. This program includes stories, instruments, bubbles, and songs. After story time, everyone is welcome to Stay & Play with Puzzle Cubes, View-Master, Coloring Crafts, Fishing Game, I Spy Terrarium, and more! Try out our themed Scavenger Hunt and win
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STAY & PLAY
STAY & PLAY
Looking for a fun and educational activity for your kids? A one-hour playtime for children and caregivers to engage in educational toys, promoting socialization and engagement. Try our Puzzle Cubes,
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