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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 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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SAVE OUR SHOREBIRDS – AUGUST 28 @ 9:30 AM
SAVE OUR SHOREBIRDS – AUGUST 28 @ 9:30 AM
We invite you to join us here at Graves Library on Wednesday, August 28th at 9:30 AM for an informative presentation about the shorebirds at Goose Rocks Beach. Emily McCormick, Shorebird Volunteer Coordinator through the Town of Kennebunkport will be here to discuss how we can all help this migratory shorebird species. This one-hour session
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JANET WENTWORTH & MARK GUNTER CONCERT – AUGUST 28 @ 6:00 PM
JANET WENTWORTH & MARK GUNTER CONCERT – AUGUST 28 @ 6:00 PM
Janet Wentworth & Mark Gunter Concert Join us for some good vibes and live music in the garden on Thursday, August 28, at 6 PM. Graves Library Summer Music Series. Bring your friends, bring your chair, sit back, tap your feet, and listen to some local beat. Mark and Janet are part of a variety
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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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EVENING BOOK GROUP
EVENING BOOK GROUP
Evening Book Group Join us on Thursday, August 29th, for this month’s book group. All are welcome to attend. For August, the group is reading Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane. Please give us a call at 967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.
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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, View-Master, Coloring Crafts, Photo Booth, I Spy Terrarium, and more! Every Friday from 10:45-11:45. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at
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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". BUY HERE We are pleased to offer an original oil painting to be raffled off early September, 2024. This 26 x 26 oil on canvas entitled
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LISA MILLS & DON WESSELS CONCERT – SEPTEMBER 4 @ 6:00 PM
LISA MILLS & DON WESSELS CONCERT – SEPTEMBER 4 @ 6:00 PM
Lisa Mills & Don Wessels - September 4 at 6:00 pm Join us for some good vibes and live music in the garden at Graves Library Music Series. Bring your friends, bring your chair, sit back, tap your feet, and listen to some local beat. Let’s celebrate our community and our fondness for talented artists
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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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ON THE NIGHTSTAND – BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
ON THE NIGHTSTAND – BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Please join us 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 for others to explore. We hope to
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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 Hunt for a chance to win a prize. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further
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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 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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LOCAL AUTHOR- GEORGE LONGSTRETH, MD – SEPTEMBER 11 @ 5:30 PM
LOCAL AUTHOR- GEORGE LONGSTRETH, MD – SEPTEMBER 11 @ 5:30 PM
We are thrilled to invite Maine Author George Longstreth to Graves Library on Wednesday, September 11 at 5:30 pm. Dr. Longstreth will be here to talk about his latest work Shot Down Over The Soviet Union, A Strategic Air Command Finally Revealed. Born and raised in Fairfield, Connecticut, George B. Longstreth, MD earned his
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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 September, the group will be discussing The First Ladies by Marie Benedict. 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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MAINE ARTIST WADE ZAHARES – SEPTEMBER 14 @ 2:00 PM
MAINE ARTIST WADE ZAHARES – SEPTEMBER 14 @ 2:00 PM
THE PATSY BRAY MAHONEY LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS We are so excited to invite the very talented Maine Artist Wade Zahares to Graves Library on Saturday, September 14 at 2 PM. Wade works exclusively in pastels; he is drawn to the intimacy of the chalk and the ease with which he can blend colors. The magic
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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 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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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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DEATH CAFE – THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 @ 9:00 AM
DEATH CAFE – THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 @ 9:00 AM
Please join us for our Death Café - Community, Conversation, and Coffee. We will be meeting in the Community Room on Thursday, September 19 from 9:00 to 10:30 am. What is a Death Café? A Death Café is a safe and relaxed space to gather with people to discuss topics related to death and dying.
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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 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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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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CHANGES IN MEDICARE: AN INFORMATIONAL SESSION – SEPTEMBER 26 @ 9:00 AM
CHANGES IN MEDICARE: AN INFORMATIONAL SESSION – SEPTEMBER 26 @ 9:00 AM
Please join us and Karen Vachon on Thursday, September 26 @ 9:00 am in the Community Room to learn about all of the new regulations and changes in Medicare for 2025. The Annual Notice of Change will be hitting your mailbox soon. Come find out what would work best for your budget. Light refreshments will
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EVENING BOOK GROUP – SEPTEMBER 26 @ 5:00 PM
EVENING BOOK GROUP – SEPTEMBER 26 @ 5:00 PM
Evening Book Group Join us on Thursday, September 26th, for this month’s book group. All are welcome to attend. For September, the group is reading The Measure by Nikki Erlick. Please give us a call at 967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.
MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – SEPTEMBER 26 AT 6:45 PM
MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – SEPTEMBER 26 AT 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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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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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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SPECIAL STORY TIME – JOE THE FIREFIGHTER
SPECIAL STORY TIME – JOE THE FIREFIGHTER
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.
THE ARTISTS AT GRAVES: COMMUNITY ART SHOW OPENING
THE ARTISTS AT GRAVES: COMMUNITY ART SHOW OPENING
Please join us on Friday, October 4, at 5:30 for our latest showcase. Come celebrate our local talent and support our community artists. Fifty percent of all proceeds benefit the Library. Light refreshments will be served. The Artists at Graves Library exhibition will present a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums, including
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ON THE NIGHTSTAND – BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
ON THE NIGHTSTAND – BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Please join us 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 for others to explore. We hope to
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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 Hunt for a chance to win a prize. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further
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MAINE AUTHOR IRENE DRAGO – OCTOBER 5 @ 2:00 PM
MAINE AUTHOR IRENE DRAGO – OCTOBER 5 @ 2:00 PM
THE PATSY BRAY MAHONEY LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS Maine Author Irene Drago will be here at the Graves Library on Saturday, October 5 at 2:00 pm to talk about her passion for writing and the sea. Born in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge, Irene M. Drago developed a keen interest in every kind of watercraft
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