Adult 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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
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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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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
+ 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
2 events,
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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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,
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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Morning Book Discussion Group. This program meets on the second Thursday of every 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. New members are always welcome.
Evening Book Discussion Group. This program meets on the last Thursday of every month at 5:00 pm. A list for the year is chosen in January. Copies are available at the circulation desk.
Your Health Matters Book Discussion Group. This program meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm. Facilitated by the Kennebunkport Public Health Department and Graves Library.
Senior Yoga This program is offered on a weekly basis. New sessions start at the beginning of each month. No fee, although a donation is suggested for the certified instructor (Mindy Muse). Maximum class size- 15. Please call the Circulation Desk to register and bring a Yoga mat if you have one.
C.A.R.E.S. This group meets on the first Thursday of every month. A collaboration between Kennebunkport Public Health Department, Coastal Healthy Communities Coalition, and other community members to help erase the stigma of substance use and abuse.
Computer Training Sessions. Learn how to find information by searching a reputable, reliable online system, job search, downloading audiobooks, and apps for your portable device. Call the Circulation Desk for details (967-2778). We have a variety of devices to work with to help solve your technology dilemmas.
Walk-In Wireless. Free walk-in wireless access is available during regular hours. To use this service, you must have your own laptop, tablet, or mobile device.
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.
The Book Cellar. Visit our ongoing book sale Monday through Friday from 9:30 to 5:00 pm and Saturday 9:30-12:30 pm. Titles change constantly. At any time of the year, you can find best sellers in hardcover and paperback, non-fiction, biographies, audiobooks, videos, music CDs, puzzles, and much more. We also have a “rare” books section.
Wine On-Line. Give us a call for details about how to join our monthly wine zoom. Each month, we are joined by Lani Dietz and Betsy Ross for a fun-filled hour of education and tasting. All from the comforts of your own living room! Wine may be purchased at Maine & Vine (Lower Village, Kennebunk) or the Wine House on Main (Main Street, Kennebunk) prior to the event.
Port Knitters. This drop in group meets every Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 pm in the Dow Room. Bring your knitting projects, meet up with friends new and old, and share stories. A delightful way to spend an afternoon at the Library.