Programs & Events
Calendar of Events
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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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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.
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LEGO MADNESS
LEGO MADNESS
Lego Madness will take place on Tuesday, September 26 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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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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1 event,
EVENING BOOK GROUP
EVENING BOOK GROUP
Evening Book Group This month, the Evening Book Group will be discussing The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin. Join us at 5:00 pm for a lively discussion.
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STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Please join us every Friday at 10:00 am for story time in the Community Room. Together, we will read stories, sing songs, and move about the room. A take-home craft
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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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Une Petite Soirée Française
Une Petite Soirée Française
Une Petite Soirée Française Aimez-vous parler français, lire des livres ou regarder des films français? Souhaitez-vous avoir l’occasion de le parler plus fréquemment? Si la réponse est “oui”, partagez votre
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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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3 events,
OH MY GOURD!
OH MY GOURD!
Oh My Gourd! Our gourd decorating contest is back! How can you participate? Come to the Library, select a gourd, take it home, and transform it into a favorite book
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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.
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TECHNOLOGY CLASS
TECHNOLOGY CLASS
Tired of feeling overwhelmed by technology? Come to our tiny tech class on Tuesday, October 3 at 11:15 a.m. in the Community Room. We will cover a small topic leaving
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3 events,
BLUE ZONES
BLUE ZONES
Blue Zones Community screening and discussion Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones. Join us to view and discuss a four-part documentary featuring Dan Buettner as he discovers five
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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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2 events,
AUTHOR JOCELYN LACEY
AUTHOR JOCELYN LACEY
Author Jocelyn Lacey Local author Jocelyn Lacey will read to us from her book Coral’s First Sleepover books will be available for signing and sale. We’ll have a special mermaid
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C.A.R.E.S. MONTHLY PRESENTATION
C.A.R.E.S. MONTHLY PRESENTATION
C.A.R.E.S. Join us for our monthly discussion with 3 Towns: 1 Community C.A.R.E.S. (Conversation, Advocacy, Resources, Education, Support). C.A.R.E.S. meets the first Thursday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at
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1 event,
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Please join us every Friday at 10:00 am for story time in the Community Room. Together, we will read stories, sing songs, and move about the room. A take-home craft
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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.
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ALL aBOARD
ALL aBOARD
ALL aBOARD Embark on a fun-filled board game adventure with Miss Marina and Miss Terri. This month we’ll play Apples to Apples and Catan. For children 8+. Space is limited
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3 events,
BYZANTIUM – SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
BYZANTIUM – SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
South Coast Senior College Class- Byzantium -- The 1,100-Year Empire That Time Forgot with Louis Salome. Founded in 324, Byzantium is also known as the Byzantine Empire, the Roman Empire
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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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2 events,
BLUE ZONES
BLUE ZONES
Blue Zones Community screening and discussion Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones. Join us to view and discuss a four-part documentary featuring Dan Buettner as he discovers five
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MORNING BOOK GROUP
MORNING BOOK GROUP
Morning Book Group In October, the group will be discussing Horse by Geraldine Brooks. This group meets on the second Thursday of every month at 9:45 in the Dow Room.
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3 events,
SPECIAL STORY TIME – JOE THE FIREFIGHTER
SPECIAL STORY TIME – JOE THE FIREFIGHTER
Please join Miss Terri and Miss Marina for storytime on Friday, October 13 at 10:00 a.m. Guest reader, Firefighter Joe, has a special story for you! Join us to celebrate
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STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Please join us every Friday at 10:00 am for story time in the Community Room. Together, we will read stories, sing songs, and move about the room. A take-home craft
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THE ARTISTS AT GRAVES: COMMUNITY ART SHOW OPENING
THE ARTISTS AT GRAVES: COMMUNITY ART SHOW OPENING
Please join us on Friday, October 13 at 5:30 for our latest showcase. The current pieces will hang in the Business Center in the Mother's Wing through May 2024. Come
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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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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.
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YOUR HEALTH MATTERS – LUNCHTIME BOOK GROUP
YOUR HEALTH MATTERS – LUNCHTIME BOOK GROUP
Your Health Matters Book Club Tuesday, October 17 at 12 PM. Your Health Matters Book Club. Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library and the Kennebunkport Public Health Department invite you
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4 events,
DEATH CAFE
DEATH CAFE
Death Café - Community, Conversation, and Coffee. We will be meeting in the Community Room on Wednesday, October 18 at 9:00 a.m. Please call the Library to register as space
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BYZANTIUM – SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
BYZANTIUM – SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
South Coast Senior College Class- Byzantium -- The 1,100-Year Empire That Time Forgot with Louis Salome. Founded in 324, Byzantium is also known as the Byzantine Empire, the Roman Empire
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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
2 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
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RICHARD RUSSO AND ANDRE DUBUS III @ VINEGAR HILL – OCTOBER 19 – 5:30 PM
RICHARD RUSSO AND ANDRE DUBUS III @ VINEGAR HILL – OCTOBER 19 – 5:30 PM
RICHARD RUSSO AND ANDRE DUBUS, III: IN CONVERSATION THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 Vinegar Hill Music Theater, 53 Old Post Road, Arundel Maine General admission ticket is $50.00 PURCHASE TICKETS NOW
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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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STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Please join us every Friday at 10:00 am for story time in the Community Room. Together, we will read stories, sing songs, and move about the room. A take-home craft
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0 events,
0 events,
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
+ 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
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.
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4 events,
BLUE ZONES
BLUE ZONES
Blue Zones Community screening and discussion Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones. Join us to view and discuss a four-part documentary featuring Dan Buettner as he discovers five
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BYZANTIUM – SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
BYZANTIUM – SOUTH COAST SENIOR COLLEGE CLASS
South Coast Senior College Class- Byzantium -- The 1,100-Year Empire That Time Forgot with Louis Salome. Founded in 324, Byzantium is also known as the Byzantine Empire, the Roman Empire
+ Read More
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
3 events,
LEGO MADNESS
LEGO MADNESS
Bring your imagination for an hour of fun. Imagine, Build, Create! Unstructured build time will be followed by a group-building challenge and game. This program is for elementary-aged students. Please
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EVENING BOOK GROUP
EVENING BOOK GROUP
Evening Book Group This month, the Evening Book Group will be discussing The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka. Join us at 5:00 p.m. for a lively discussion. Copies are available upon
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MONTHLY MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY
MONTHLY MOVIE NIGHT AT GRAVES LIBRARY
Monthly Movie Night! Join us for a great night of theater, snacks, and friends on Thursday, October 26 at 6:45 PM in the Community Room. Join us for our monthly
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2 events,
HALLOWEEN PARADE STORY TIME
HALLOWEEN PARADE STORY TIME
Spooktacular Story Time Wear your costume to this Halloween Parade story time on Friday, October 27 at 10:00 AM. We’ll have a special craft and treats, it’ll be adoraboo! The
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STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
STORY TIME – EVERY FRIDAY
Please join us every Friday at 10:00 am for story time in the Community Room. Together, we will read stories, sing songs, and move about the room. A take-home craft
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0 events,
0 events,
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
+ 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
3 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.
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THE AGING BRAIN
THE AGING BRAIN
Tuesday, October 31 at 2 PM. The Aging Brain – A talk about ways to stay healthy, reduce risk, and live well with dementia. There will be an overview of
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SCOOBY DOO HALLOWEEN
SCOOBY DOO HALLOWEEN
Scooby Doo and Mystery Inc Scooby dooby doo where are you? He’s at the Graves Library with all your treats! Visit Scooby and the gang from 3-5:00 on Halloween for
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Ongoing Programs
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Story Time
Every Friday at 10:00 am. This is a year-round program that includes stories, finger plays, songs, and crafts. Designed for children ages 0-5; however, all ages are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. No registration is required.
Morning Book Discussion Group
Second Thursday of each month at 9:45 am. A variety of books are chosen and a schedule of upcoming books to be discussed is available at the Main Circulation Desk. Copies are available by request/reservation. New members are always welcome.
Evening Book Discussion Group
Last Thursday of each month at 5:00 pm. A variety of books are chosen and a schedule of upcoming books to be discussed is available at the Main Circulation Desk. Copies are available by request/reservation. New members are always welcome.
Monthly Movie Night
For one night each month, the Community Room will transform into a movie theater. Meet up with your friends, snack on some popcorn, and enjoy a free night out at the movies! Please call for information on this month’s movie.
Tech Help
If you are trying to set up a Facebook, download a book on Cloud Library, make a picture folder, learn how to add things to a virtual shopping cart, etc., please stop by the Graves Library. Staff members are here to help with all your technology needs. No appointment is necessary!
Walk-In Wireless
Free walk-in wireless access is available. Come in with your laptop, phone, or tablet and look for the network that says “Graves Memorial Library”. For more information please give us a call at (967-2778).
What’s Your Story?
Have you heard about our Interview Show? Each week, our Library Director, Mary-Lou Boucouvalas, sits down with a community member and talks to them about where they came from, what they do, what their interests are, etc. A great way to get to know who lives in your neighborhood, attends your church, or waits on you at a local business. You never know who you might see on What’s Your Story? Tune in Monday evenings at 7:00 pm on the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library’s Facebook page or YouTube channel or watch on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301.
Portside Readers
Who doesn’t like to be read a story? Listen to stories, poems, tales, essays, drama, songs, and more by the Portside Readers, a small group of local actors, writers, book club members, and a musician who love the written word and want to share the joys of reading and listening. Tune in Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm on the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library’s Facebook page or YouTube channel, or watch on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301. Please call the Library for more information on this creative collaboration of friends and neighbors!
Erase the Stigma – C. A. R. E. S.
Join us on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 pm in the Community Room for a monthly discussion with our friends from the Kennebunkport Public Health Department and Coastal Healthy Communities Coalition (through the University of New England), and sometimes a special guest, to present helpful ways to arm you and your family with the appropriate tools to fight Opioid overuse and abuse.
Wine On-Line with Maine & Vine and Wine House on Maine
Join us virtually via Zoom once a month (excluding summer) at 5:30 pm for a fun hour of wine tasting, information, and trivia! Local wine gurus Lani Dietz and Betsy Ross will guide us through the program with ideas, pairings, and educational tidbits as we sip wines selected by our two experts. All participants are encouraged to purchase the monthly wine selections from Maine & Vine or Wine House on Maine.