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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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DEATH CAFE – WEDNESDAY, MAY 28 @ 9:00 AM
DEATH CAFE – WEDNESDAY, MAY 28 @ 9:00 AM
Please join us for our Death Café - Community, Conversation, and Coffee. We will be meeting in the Community Room from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. What is a Death Café?
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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
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EVENING BOOK GROUP – MAY 29 @ 5:00 PM
EVENING BOOK GROUP – MAY 29 @ 5:00 PM
Evening Book Group Join us on Thursday, May 29, at 5:00 p.m. for this month’s book group. The book this month is James by Percival Everett. All are welcome to attend. Please give us a call at 207-967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.
MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – MAY 29 @ 6:45 PM
MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY – MAY 29 @ 6:45 PM
We hope you will join us in the Community Room for our monthly movie night! Bring your family and friends, it's always a fun time. Enjoy beverages and popcorn. Let
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MAY FURRY TALES
MAY 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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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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CALLING ALL CHILD ARTISTS!
CALLING ALL CHILD ARTISTS!
Calling All Child Artists! Monday, June 2 – June 16, from 9:30 - 5:00 PM Would you like to be in our Children’s Art Show on Monday, June 23? We
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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. Produced by our good friend Mike Kelly, we bring you weekly interviews that feature fellow residents of Kennebunkport
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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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PAINT BY NUMBERS CLUB
PAINT BY NUMBERS CLUB
Paint by Numbers Club Wednesday, from 12:15-1:30 PM Join Ms. Terri and work on your own paint by number. Meet some new friends too! The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.
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
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LOCAL AUTHOR – ALBERT WAITT – THURSDAY, JUNE 5 @ 6:00 PM
LOCAL AUTHOR – ALBERT WAITT – THURSDAY, JUNE 5 @ 6:00 PM
We are so thrilled to welcome back local author and friend of Graves Library Albert Waitt on Thursday, June 5 @ 6:00 pm. Mr. Waitt will be reading from his
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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. 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 see you here. Please call the
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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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JUST HISTORY PROJECT – SATURDAY, JUNE 7 @ 1:00 PM
JUST HISTORY PROJECT – SATURDAY, JUNE 7 @ 1:00 PM
We are pleased to welcome Kennebunk resident Bill Grabin to Graves Library on Saturday, June 7 @ 1:00 pm to give us an overview of the Just History Project Website recently launched by the Brick Store Museum. Mr. Grabin will go through the goals of the JHP website and how to contribute to this ongoing
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GANNY’S GARDEN STORY TIME
GANNY’S GARDEN STORY TIME
Join us at Ganny's Garden at the Trust River Green in Kennebunkport on Sunday, June 8, for a Family Story time in honor of Barbara Bush's 100th birthday. We will read stories and have fun with different activities, from crafts to photos taken with the Little Blue Truck. Free materials are available for families to
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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. Produced by our good friend Mike Kelly, we bring you weekly interviews that feature fellow residents of Kennebunkport
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2 events,
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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ADULT FLOWER POT PAINTING – JUNE 10 AT 5:30 PM
ADULT FLOWER POT PAINTING – JUNE 10 AT 5:30 PM
Flower Pot Painting on Tuesday, June 10 at 5:30 PM Join us for a fun night out with Maine artist Marguerite Genest. For this program, you will paint a five-inch white terracotta flower pot using acrylic paints and complete the project from start to finish. All adult skill levels are welcome, all supplies are provided,
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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
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
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MORNING BOOK GROUP
MORNING BOOK GROUP
Morning Book Group The group will be discussing Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. This group meets on the second Thursday of every month at 9:45 in the Dow Room.
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OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE INFORMATIONAL SESSION
OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE INFORMATIONAL SESSION
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Informational Session We are very excited to welcome members of OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) to Graves Library on Thursday, June 12, at 5:30 PM to
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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
+ 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
+ Read More
2 events,
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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A DOUBLE EXPOSURE – BOOK LAUNCH – JUNE 17 @ 5:30 PM
A DOUBLE EXPOSURE – BOOK LAUNCH – JUNE 17 @ 5:30 PM
A "DOUBLE EXPOSURE" - BOOK LAUNCH - JUNE 17 @ 5:30 PM We are so excited to welcome Bob Dennis and Jim Groleau to Graves Library on Tuesday, June 17 @ 5:30 pm for a special book launch of their joint venture, Cape Porpoise, Portrait of a Maine Fishing Village. Bob and Jim will be
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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
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
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AN EVENING WITH HISTORIAN RICK ATKINSON AND SUSAN SWAIN – JUNE 19 @ 5:00 PM
AN EVENING WITH HISTORIAN RICK ATKINSON AND SUSAN SWAIN – JUNE 19 @ 5:00 PM
LOUIS T. GRAVES MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY ~ ANNUAL AUTHOR EVENT ~ JUNE 19 @ 5:00 PM AT THE KENNEBUNK RIVER CLUB The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library Board of
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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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SUMMER READING PROGRAM KICKOFF
SUMMER READING PROGRAM KICKOFF
Summer Reading Kickoff Join us for our Summer Reading Program Kickoff on Monday, June 23, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Pick up the summer program brochure, visit the book
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CHILDREN’S ART SHOW
CHILDREN’S ART SHOW
Children’s Art Show on Monday, June 23 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM Come see all our little Picassos at a Children’s Art Show. Lots of different mediums, styles, and talent!
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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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2 events,
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
CHILDREN’S CRAFT ADVENTURE
CHILDREN’S CRAFT ADVENTURE
Children’s Craft Adventure on Wednesday, June 25, from 2:15 to 3:15 PM Decorate your summer reading bag with paint, gems, and stickers. All supplies are provided. All ages welcome; please
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EVENING BOOK GROUP – JUNE 26 @ 5:00 PM
EVENING BOOK GROUP – JUNE 26 @ 5:00 PM
Evening Book Group Join us on Thursday, June 26, at 5:00 p.m. for this month’s book group. The book this month is Forgotten on Sunday by Valerie Perrin. All are
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JUNE FURRY TALES
JUNE 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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1 event,
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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