Island artists lead our summer story time series with read-aloud stories and art activities for kids and their families.We are heading outdoors to Small Cove Park, a few short steps from SPL at 6 Atlantic Avenue (right behind Camden National Bank), to take advantage of the fresh air and natural beauty. All ages welcome. June … Continue reading "Summer Art Story Time"
Meet Kate Hotchkiss, the author of On Harbor's Edge, over light bites and beverages starting at 4pm and stick around for a reading followed by Q&A and book signing at 5pm. Acclaimed by bestselling historical novelist Bernard Cornwell, On Harbor’s Edge, Book Two: 1914–1930s is a gripping standalone tale that transports readers into one of history’s most turbulent times. … Continue reading "Author Talk: On Harbor’s Edge by Kate Hotchkiss"
Reader's Choice: Shannon Lindsay Starter Villain by John Scalzi MILS catalog record (SPL copy on order) “Inheriting your uncle’s supervillain business is more complicated than you might think. Particularly when you discover who’s running the place. Charlie’s life is going nowhere fast. A divorced substitute teacher living with his cat in a house his siblings want to sell, … Continue reading "Reader’s Choice: Starter Villain"
Let’s get musical! Explore rhythm and music with island singer, songwriter, and musician Abby Litman on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 11am. Kids won’t be hushed for making noise in the library. In fact, they’ll be encouraged. Read more about Abby on her website and Instagram.
Traditional Door Joining Demonstration Nevan Carling, a board member at the Jonathan Fisher House in Blue Hill, will present a demonstration of traditional door joining using historical tools and techniques. How did one build a door from raw materials before power tools? Early white settlers in the region, such as Rev. Jonathan Fisher of Blue … Continue reading "Seaside Series: Jonathan Fisher House"
