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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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 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
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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 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 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
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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
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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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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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1 event,
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
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.
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
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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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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
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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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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
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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
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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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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!
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.