Port Anna by Libby Buck “North Carolina college writing instructor Gwen Gilmore returns to coastal Port Anna, Maine, after losing her job, her boyfriend, and her confidence. She hasn't been back for 23 years, ever since the death of her sister. Now, with only (literal) ghosts for company, she moves back into her family's Periwinkle Cottage, … Continue reading "Libby Buck Reading & Book Signing"

Stonington-based singer-songwriter Abby Litman is a rising star in the folk genre whose songs marry the lyrical traditions of American roots music with innovative acoustic arrangements and modern concepts. Check out Abby on her website and Instagram. Admission by donation at the door. Contact SPL at phone or email below to reserve a seat. Downeast with … Continue reading "Downeast with SPL: Abby Litman Concert"

Grab your pencils and sharpen your minds! Join Chris Ross for a group crossword solve on the first Sunday of every month. All welcome.

Visit and read with certified therapy dog, Tenny, on the second Tuesday of every month at 11am. His person, Jessica Shively, will bring him by SPL to meet some of our youngest patrons and their families. It’s a chance for kids to learn new ways of interacting with a dog and with each other in … Continue reading "Read with Tenny – a Pre-K program"

Monthly story time with hands-on activity. Fun for kids of all ages! SPL hosts story time on the second Saturday of every month from 10-11am. Check our website or social media (@stoningtonpublicllibrary) for details, because we often go offsite to various island locations for story time.