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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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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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2 TOPIC CLASS WITH LOU SALOME
2 TOPIC CLASS WITH LOU SALOME
TOPIC 1. American society in the 1940s, '50s, and '60s through the eyes of Number 42, Jackie Robinson. The core of this class is baseball in New York City and the United States during those three decades, but the story is as much about American society and American history, as it is about baseball. Noon
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS – WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9 @ 9:00 AM
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS – WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9 @ 9:00 AM
We invite you to join us on Wednesday, October 9th at 9:00 am for our inaugural "Community Connections" session. This hour will feature coffee and conversation with Town Clerk Tracey O'Roak at Graves Library. Tracey will discuss the upcoming election in an informal setting. Come meet Kennebunkport's Town Clerk and gain insight
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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 October, the group will be discussing When We Were the Kennedys by Monica Wood. 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
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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 TOPIC CLASS WITH LOU SALOME
2 TOPIC CLASS WITH LOU SALOME
TOPIC 1. American society in the 1940s, '50s, and '60s through the eyes of Number 42, Jackie Robinson. The core of this class is baseball in New York City and the United States during those three decades, but the story is as much about American society and American history, as it is about baseball. Noon
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RICHARD RUSSO AND TOM PERROTTA @ VINEGAR HILL – OCTOBER 16 @ 5 PM
RICHARD RUSSO AND TOM PERROTTA @ VINEGAR HILL – OCTOBER 16 @ 5 PM
RICHARD RUSSO AND TOM PERROTTA WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2024 Vinegar Hill Music Theater, 53 Old Post Road, Arundel Reserved seat admission ticket is $50-$60 PURCHASE TICKETS NOW A (cash bar) cocktail hour and book sales will start at 5 PM followed by an intimate conversation with award-winning authors at 6:30 pm.
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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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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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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,
2 TOPIC CLASS WITH LOU SALOME
2 TOPIC CLASS WITH LOU SALOME
TOPIC 1. American society in the 1940s, '50s, and '60s through the eyes of Number 42, Jackie Robinson. The core of this class is baseball in New York City and the United States during those three decades, but the story is as much about American society and American history, as it is about baseball. Noon
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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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SPECIAL STORY TIME – HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARADE
SPECIAL STORY TIME – HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARADE
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.
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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.
+ 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
1 event,
2 TOPIC CLASS WITH LOU SALOME
2 TOPIC CLASS WITH LOU SALOME
TOPIC 1. American society in the 1940s, '50s, and '60s through the eyes of Number 42, Jackie Robinson. The core of this class is baseball in New York City and the United States during those three decades, but the story is as much about American society and American history, as it is about baseball. Noon
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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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TRICK OR TREAT – OCTOBER 31 FROM 3:00 TO 5:00 PM
TRICK OR TREAT – OCTOBER 31 FROM 3:00 TO 5:00 PM
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
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EVENING BOOK GROUP – October 31
EVENING BOOK GROUP – October 31
Evening Book Group Join us on Thursday, October 31st, for this month’s book group. All are welcome to attend. For October, the group is reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Please give us a call at 967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.
MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – OCTOBER 31 AT 6:45 PM
MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – OCTOBER 31 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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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
+ Read More
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
+ Read More