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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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CHESS CLUB
CHESS CLUB
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
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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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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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CHESS CLUB
CHESS CLUB
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
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BOB DENNIS & TOM BRADBURY – DECEMBER 3 @ 4:00 PM
BOB DENNIS & TOM BRADBURY – DECEMBER 3 @ 4:00 PM
REFLECTIONS AT THE LIBRARY - BOOK SIGNING AND HOMEMADE CLAM CHOWDER We hope to see you here at the Graves Library for a special Prelude book signing on Tuesday, December 3 at 4:00 pm in the Community Room. Local favorites, Bob Dennis and Tom Bradbury will discuss and sign copies of their new book Reflections:
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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
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ALL LIBRARY PRELUDE EVENTS
ALL LIBRARY PRELUDE EVENTS
Thursday, December 5 10 AM – 4 PM, Prelude Pop-Up Photo Op Create the perfect holiday moment and photo to remember Prelude 2024 with the Library decorated front door! Free
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CARD MAKING STATION
CARD MAKING STATION
Card Making Station December 5 - 20, 10-4:00 We want to invite people of all ages to attend our card-making program, where we will design cards to go with care
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CIDER, COOKIES & CRAFT TIME
CIDER, COOKIES & CRAFT TIME
Cider, Cookies & Craft Time Decorate an ornament for the holidays and enjoy some holiday cheer while you are here! All supplies and light refreshments will be provided. The Louis
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MRS. CLAUS STORY TIME
MRS. CLAUS STORY TIME
Mrs. Claus Story Time! Friday, December 6 at 10 AM Mrs. Claus and one of the elves will be our special guests at story time for holiday stories and songs.
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HOLIDAY BOOK & ART SALE
HOLIDAY BOOK & ART SALE
Holiday Book & Art Sale Stroll on down to the Graves Library on Maine Street in Kennebunkport for your holiday shopping on December 7 from 9:30-1:30. The Book Cellar is
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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
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CHESS CLUB
CHESS CLUB
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
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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
COZY FAMILY MOVIE
COZY FAMILY MOVIE
Cozy Family Movie! Wednesday, December 11, from 3:15 PM – 5:30 PM Wear your jammies and snuggle in for a cozy time watching a movie with family and friends. The
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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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MORNING BOOK GROUP
MORNING BOOK GROUP
Morning Book Group In December, the group will be discussing The Women by Kristen Hannah, part 2, pages 239-end. 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,
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CIDER, COOKIES & CRAFT TIME
CIDER, COOKIES & CRAFT TIME
Cider, Cookies & Craft Time Decorate an ornament for the holidays and enjoy some holiday cheer while you are here! All supplies and light refreshments will be provided. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or
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MAINE AUTHOR SHANNON BUTLER – DECEMBER 12 @ 5:30 PM
MAINE AUTHOR SHANNON BUTLER – DECEMBER 12 @ 5:30 PM
SHANNON BUTLER - DECEMBER 12 AT 5:30 PM To help us celebrate Christmas Prelude in the perfect literary fashion, Maine Author Shannon Butler will be here at the Graves Library on Thursday, December 12 at 5:30 pm to sign copies of her book All is Calm: a Maine Christmas Reader. When many people think
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HOLIDAY SONGS SING-ALONG WITH MR. ERIC
HOLIDAY SONGS SING-ALONG WITH MR. ERIC
Holiday Songs Sing-Along with Mr. Eric on Friday, December 13 at 10 AM. Join us for a special story time while we play instruments Mr. Eric will play his guitar and lead us in some great holiday songs. Mr. Eric is a local musician and fan favorite. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is
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ALL LIBRARY PRELUDE EVENTS
ALL LIBRARY PRELUDE EVENTS
Thursday, December 5 10 AM – 4 PM, Prelude Pop-Up Photo Op Create the perfect holiday moment and photo to remember Prelude 2024 with the Library decorated front door! Free and open December 5 – 15. 10 AM – 4 PM, Card Making Station for Community Gourmet Care Packages Join us in the spirit of
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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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CHESS CLUB
CHESS CLUB
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
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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
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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.
EVENING BOOK GROUP – DECEMBER 19 @ 5:00 PM
EVENING BOOK GROUP – DECEMBER 19 @ 5:00 PM
Evening Book Group Join us on Thursday, December 19 @ 5:00 pm for this month’s book group. All are welcome to attend. For December, the group is selecting books for 2025 and having a book swap. Please give us a call at 967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.
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MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – DECEMBER 19 @ 6:45 PM
MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – DECEMBER 19 @ 6:45 PM
For the month of December, we usually show a classic holiday film. We hope you will join us on Thursday, December 19th at 6:45 pm in the Community Room for some holiday cheer and the viewing of an old favorite! Bring your family and friends. Enjoy beverages and popcorn. Let us know if you have
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STORY TIME AND STAY & PLAY – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME AND STAY & PLAY – 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, I Spy Terrarium, and more! Try out our themed Scavenger Hunt and win a prize!
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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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STORY TIME AND STAY & PLAY – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME AND STAY & PLAY – 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, I Spy Terrarium, and more! Try out our themed Scavenger Hunt and win a prize!
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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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STORY TIME AND STAY & PLAY – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME AND STAY & PLAY – 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, I Spy Terrarium, and more! Try out our themed Scavenger Hunt and win a prize!
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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 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
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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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