Vose Library Upcoming Events

**Garden Series: All About Herbs
Thursday, May 31, 7 pm
Easy to grow, care for, and use, everyone can and should add herbs to your home garden.  Learn about varieties with samples and photos.  Family friendly class for students of all ages.


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**Plant Sale & Bake Sale on the Union Common
Saturday, June 2, 8 am
Over 1,000 plants: perennials, herbs, flowers, you name it. Plus don't miss our bake sale for all kinds of homemade goodies.  This annual fundraiser supports library operations. 
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Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME. These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call Vose Library at 785-4733.

Upcoming Boothbay Region Land Trust events for the end of July

Tuesday, July 19
Nature Hike at Pine Tree Preserve, Boothbay Harbor
Get out on the trails every Tuesday for a guided walk from 10 - 11 am with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Our Nature Hike series meets weekly throughout the year and visits a different preserve each time for a moderately paced hike averaging 1 or 2 miles in length. Discover the preserves throughout the seasons and meet some fellow hikers. This event is free and advance registration is not required. Group meets at trail-head parking lot which is tucked in on the left on Ocean Point Road (Route 96), 0.5 mi. from the traffic light in front of Hannaford's, Boothbay Harbor. For more information, or to join a mailing list for hike reminders or weather cancellations, contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Wednesday, July 20
Babes in the Woods at Zak Preserve
Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their babies, toddlers, and older siblings on a hike from 10 - 11 am with the Boothbay Region Land Trust.This slow paced walk allows plenty of time to discover and observe the natural world, and special emphasis is made on sensory exploration of natural themes. This week's theme is "Birds and Blooms."  Group meets at the trail-head parking lot which is on Route 27, Boothbay, on the right, 5.3 mi. north of the traffic light in Boothbay Harbor. This event is free and registration is not required. For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Thursday, July 21
Taste for Place: Wine Tasting & Boat Cruise
Join the Boothbay Region Land Trust from 5 - 9 pm at the Newagen Seaside Inn, 60 Cape Newagen Road, Southport, The unforgettable adventure will include wine tastings with food pairings, as well as a boat excursion from Newagen Seaside Inn to Linekin Bay Resort, and a view of BRLT’s Damariscove Island. The evening will begin at Newagen Seaside Inn where guests will be greeted by Sommelier Erica Archer of Winewise located in Portland, Maine. She will guide guests through an experience for the senses with delectable eats crafted by Newagen Seaside Inn's chef and high quality wines provided by Central Distributors. This is simply the kick-off to the evening, for a boat provided by Balmy Days Cruises will await attendees at the Inn’s pier.

Once aboard the vessel, guests will first be routed by Damariscove Island for a glimpse of the stunning Land Trust preserve before landing at Linekin Bay Resort. Visitors will have the privilege of being some of the first to see improvements to the Resort since ownership was taken over by Newagen Seaside Inn’s Scott Larson, and Steve Malcom of Knickerbocker Group. The evening will continue with more wine and food pairings in the lodge, before returning to Newagen Seaside Inn by boat. Coffee and dessert will be served during the return boat ride.

Tickets for this annual fundraiser include all food, drink, as well as the boat cruise, and can be purchased through the BRLT office for $125/person. Tickets for this event are limited, and with the help of our media partners Maine Magazine and Maine Home & Design, are sure to sell fast. Please call (207) 633-4818 to get yours today.

Friday, July 22
Tails on the Trails at Porter Preserve
Calling all canines and their human companions! Join Boothbay Region Land Trust from 10 - 11 am for a dog friendly hike at the Porter Preserve, Kimballtown Road, Boothbay. All well behaved dogs are welcome and must be leashed. This is a great opportunity for you and your dog to get some exercise and social interaction. Group meets on the 4th Friday of every month at a different preserve for a hike averaging one mile. Hike begins at the trail head. For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Tuesday, July 26
Nature Hike at Linekin and Burley Preserves
Get out on the trails every Tuesday from 10 - 11 am for a guided walk with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Our Nature Hike series meets weekly throughout the year and visits a different preserve each time for a moderately paced hike averaging 1 or 2 miles in length. Discover the preserves throughout the seasons and meet some fellow hikers. This event is free and advance registration is not required. Group meets at trail-head parking lot which is on Ocean Point Road, Boothbay, 3.8 miles from the traffic light at Hannaford's, Boothbay Harbor. For more information, or to join a mailing list for hike reminders or weather cancellations, contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Wednesday, July 27
Babes in the Woods at Hendricks Head Preserve
Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their babies, toddlers, and older siblings on a hike with the Boothbay Region Land Trust from 10 - 11 am. This slow paced walk allows plenty of time to discover and observe the natural world, and special emphasis is made on sensory exploration of natural themes. This week's theme is "Rotting Logs."  Group meets at the trail-head parking lot which is on Beach Road, Southport.  Parking is at the beach parking lot. This event is free and registration is not required. For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Upcoming Boothbay Region Land Trust events for the beginning of January

Tuesday, January 5, 2016 

Nature Hike at Zak Preserve

From 10 - 11 am, get out on the trails every Tuesday for a guided walk with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Our Nature Hike series meets weekly throughout the year and visits a different preserve each time for a moderately paced hike averaging 1 or 2 miles in length. Discover the preserves throughout the seasons and meet some fellow hikers. This event is free and advance registration is not required. Group meets at trail-head parking lot which is located in Boothbay on Route 27 on the right, 5.3 miles north of the traffic light in Boothbay Harbor. For more information, or to join a mailing list for hike reminders or weather cancellations, contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Nature Hike at Penny Lake Preserve

From 10 - 11 am, get out on the trails every Tuesday for a guided walk with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Our Nature Hike series meets weekly throughout the year and visits a different preserve each time for a moderately paced hike averaging 1 or 2 miles in length. Discover the preserves throughout the seasons and meet some fellow hikers. This event is free and advance registration is not required. Group meets at trail-head parking lot which is located off Route 27 in Boothbay Harbor. Turn where you see the Carousel Music Theater sign, proceed down past the Carousel to the BRLT parking lot.  For more information, or to join a mailing list for hike reminders or weather cancellations, contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Vose Library Upcoming Events

Union, Maine - The Vose Library in Union, Maine will be hosting these upcoming events.

Event: Jan Brett Storytime

Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME

Date: Friday, Jan 9 to Friday Jan 30

Time: 10:30am

Description:

Our storytime is off to a fresh start this year! We have a new volunteer with a background in early childhood education and lots of ideas, and we hope to reinvigorate our program and reach more families.  This month our stories and activities will celebrate author and illustrator Jan Brett. See you there!

Please take our survey on what would make the best story time for your family: day and time, ages, activities, etc. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/VWTGK27

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Event: Slow Yoga

Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME

Date: Monday, Jan 12

Time: 9-10:30am

Description:

Join us for Slow Yoga! Linda Shepard will be teaching a free class of “Slow Yoga,” a traditional hatha yoga style which encourages mindful movement to build strength, resiliency, and flexibility. The class is open to all and mats will be provided. Please notify her if you plan to attend: shepsimp@midcoast.com or 785-4319.

Historic Photography Exhibit & Other Events at Blue Hill Public Library

Blue Hill, Maine - Blue Hill Public Library will kick off a year of focus on local history with a historic photograph exhibit by the Penobscot Marine Museum, Hancock County Through Eastern's Eye, during the month of January. The Museum’s photo archivist Kevin Johnson will present a talk about the exhibit on Thursday, January 15th at 7:00pm.

A century ago the Eastern Illustrating & Publishing Company sent crews with box cameras into tiny northeastern towns telling them to ask local citizens what they should photograph, what was important to them about their town.  Because of this, the Eastern Illustrating & Publishing Company photos are both aesthetically beautiful and historically important.

“This exhibit definitely helps to keep our past present,” says Kevin Johnson.   “People love to see

Upcoming Blue Hill Public Library Events

Blue Hill, Maine - The Blue Hill Public Library in Blue Hill, Maine has the following upcoming events.

Holiday Party at the Blue Hill Public Library

The public is invited to the annual Blue Hill Library Holiday Party on Saturday, December 20th, from 2:30 to 5:30 PM. This year’s event will offer something for everyone! The entertainment will kick off at 2:45 with songs and stories from Noel Paul Stookey, who has delighted our audiences as a member of Peter, Paul and Mary for a generation, including for the last several years at this annual event.  Noel will be followed at 3:15 by the talented jazz stylings of the GSA Period One Jazz Combo.

Next up at 4:00 PM, partygoers will have a choice of the always entertaining dramatic reading of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, or magician Peter Boie, who will blow your hair back with a stunning show. After these events, at 5:00 will be another tough choice: a special magic workshop with Peter Boie, singing carols with Holly Bartlett Weinberg, or an ornament making activity with Pat Horton. There will be the usual array of refreshments, cookies and more cookies, extra snacks or goodies are always welcome.

Partygoers are asked to consider bringing a wrapped gift for a child, labeled with age and gender

Trekkers Announces Upcoming Events

Thomaston, Maine - Trekkers have announced upcoming events that will be taken place during the months of June, July and August. List of events are below:

1.Pedal to the Port 2014- Coastal Bicycle Ride to Benefit Trekkers, August 17

What:              Pedal to the Port 2014

When:              Sunday, August 17th, 2014

Where:             American Legion Hall

                        37 Star Street

                        Thomaston, ME 04861

Schedule:        Registration: 7:30am - 9am

                        Ride: 9am

                        Cookout: 11am - 2pm

Routes:            8, 35 and 45 mile options

Who:               Hosted by Trekkers, a youth mentoring nonprofit based in Thomaston

Purpose:          To provide crucial funding for Trekkers’ youth mentoring programs

Registration:    FREE registration for riders of teams of four or more members. Registration is $25 for individual riders.

                        All riders are expected to raise a minimum of $100 in pledges                    

FMI:                www.pedaltotheport.com

                        www.facebook.com/pedaltotheport

                        www.trekkers.org

                        Trekkers Office: 207-594-5095

2. Trekkers Tech Talks, August 27

Location: The Strand Theatre, Rockland.  Two Topics, Two talks. From 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. -"Data

Upcoming events at Portland Public Library Teen Library

Portland Public Library, Main Library

Self-Defense and Martial Arts for Teens
Tuesdays in May at 2:45pm in the Rines Auditorium
This series will focus on Self-Defense techniques taken from Japanese Martial Arts.  Teens will develop self-discipline, confidence and a respect for the capabilities of themselves and others.   These classes will aim towards teaching you how to feel comfortable defending yourself from grabs, punches, kicks and other threatening situations.  Throughout the class, Teens will participate in regular physical training.

The Instructors:  Kimonee and Kianna have been training in Isshin Ryu Karate since 2004.  They have been teaching Martial Arts and self defense for the past 7 years.

After-school Movie: Enders Game

Vose Public Library Upcoming Events

Union, Maine - The Vose Library in Union will be holding these following events.

Event: Dr. Seuss's Birthday
Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME
Date: Saturday, March 1
Time: 10am
Description:
Celebrate the life and imagination of beloved author Dr. Seuss. Listen to a Seuss story and enjoy cake, punch, coloring sheets, and activities. Wear your striped hat! Fun for kids of all ages!
This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Vose Library at 785-4733.
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Event: St. Patrick's Day Dinner
Location: Union Masonic Lodge, 149 Sennebec Road, Union, ME
Date: Sunday, March 16
Time: 1-4pm
Description:
Union’s Vose Library offers a traditional “Be In The Green” St. Patrick ’s Day dinner on Sunday March 16 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, with tickets priced at $10.00 each.  The event will be held at the Union Masonic Lodge, 149 Sennebec Road, and proceeds will benefit Vose Library.  The menu will feature a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dinner with corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, soda bread, and home-made desserts. There will be live music with an Irish theme.  Tickets can be purchased in advance at Vose Library, or at the Masonic Lodge door on March 16.
Library patrons and supporters are invited to help Union’s community library to “Be In The Green” by attending the St. Patrick’s Day dinner.
For more information, call Vose Library at 784-4733.

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Event: Open Mic Night
Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME
Date: Friday, March 21
Time: 7pm
Description:
Join us at Vose Library’s new Open Mic Night series. This time we will be focusing on the spoken word in all its variety. Each person will have up to 7 minutes to speak. Come share stories, excerpts, speeches, poems, essays, and more. How about reading a dialogue with a friend? Bring your own work or introduce others to your favorite author. Do you love having an open mic night in Union? Come on out and bring your friends!
This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Vose Library at 785-4733.

Vose Public Library Upcoming Events

Union, Maine - The Vose Public Library in Union has released their upcoming events. Events are listed out below.

Event: Caving in the Guadalupe Mountains of New Mexico
Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME
Date: January 9, Thursday
Time: 7pm
Description:
Cave explorer and photographer Peter Jones will be giving an hour long presentation at the Vose Library on Thursday, January 9th at 7 PM.  Peter has been exploring and photographing caves in the Guadalupe Mountains of New Mexico and West Texas for 45 years.  Home of Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains National Parks, this mountain range is filled with some of the most beautiful caves in the entire world.  Experience the awe and beauty of nature's finest underground artwork in the comfort of the Vose Library and hear stories of exploration and discovery from this award winning photographer.


This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Vose Library at 785-4733.

Event: BYOD: Bring Your Own Device
Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME
Date: January 16, Thursday
Time: *6pm*
Description:
Did you know you can borrow downloadable audiobooks and ebooks from the library? Want to learn how to access the MARVEL! databases for magazine articles and more? Having trouble using the services on your kindle or iPad or mp3 player? Come to our hands-on workshop to learn how! We will answer questions and walk through the steps together. Don’t forget to bring your own devices—chargers, cables, and a laptop could also be helpful.

This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Vose Library at 785-4733.

Upcoming Boothbay Region Land Trust Events

Boothbay Region, Maine -  The Boothbay Region Land Trust has these following events coming up. Please attend one of these events or more if you can.

Saturday, December 14th

Family Hike at Schoolhouse Pond Preserve
From 10 – 11 am on the second Saturday of each month, all families are invited to join Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Environmental Educator Tracey "Turtle" Hall on a kid-friendly hike. These outings are a great way to meet other families in the area or catch up with old friends. The pace of the walk will allow plenty of time to discover and observe the natural world and special emphasis made on the seasonal changes that occur from month to month.  Family hikes will average one mile in length and be about one hour in duration. The walks will occur rain or shine, and will only be cancelled in dangerous weather conditions. Registration is not required, just meet at the trailhead at Schoolhouse Pond Preserve on Barter’s Island.  For more information, contact Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.

Friday, December 20th

Boothbay Region Land Trust

Yule Log Hike at Penny Lake Preserve
From 10 – 11:30 am, celebrate the upcoming Winter Solstice at BRLT’s Penny Lake Preserve while gathering natural items for a Yule Log. Then head to the BRLT office to create your own Yule Log! The Yule Log has long been a tradition tied to the winter solstice. Since this is the darkest time of the year, the burning of the log represents the sun and celebrates the day getting longer after the solstice. The log also brings good luck to the household. What a great Christmas gift! For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or call the office at 633-4818.

Upcoming Thomaston Public Library Events

Thomaston, Maine - Short Readings by Jane Brox, Christopher Fahy, Martha Rhodes, and Bruce Willard at the Thomaston Public Library on Tuesday, August 27, at 7 PM.

The Thomaston Public Library will host the following roster of fine writers, who will read from their published works.

Jane Brox is the author of Brilliant: The Evolution of Artificial Light as well as Clearing Land: Legacies of the American Farm; Five Thousand Days Like This One, which was a 1999 finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award in nionfiction; and Here and Nowhere Else, which won the L.L. Winship/PEN New England Award. Ms. Brox lives in Brunswick.
Christopher Fahy is the author of sixteen books, among them the novels The Fly Must Die, Fever 42, Breaking Point, and Chasing the Sun, a novella, The Christmas Star, and the story collections Limerock: Maine Stories and Matinee at the Flame. He lives in Thomaston with his wife, children's-book author Davene Fahy.

Martha Rhodes is the author of four poetry collections, most recently The Beds. She teaches at Sarah Lawrence College and at the MFA Program for Writers at Warren Wilson College. She is the director of Four Way Books and lives in New York City.

Bruce Willard lives in Santa Barbara and Boothbay Harbor. An ex-disc jockey and forklift operator, he currently oversees several clothing catalog businesses and chauffeurs the family dogs from coast to coast each summer.  Holding Ground is his first poetry collection.

Thomaston Public Library Hosts Saltwater Film Society Screening of Mulholland Drive on Thursday, August 29. at 6:30 PM

Termed a "surrealist neo-noir," Mulholland Drive is a 2001 film by cult director David Lynch, starring Naomi Watts, Laura Harring, and Justin Theroux. Begun as a television pilot, rejected, and subsequently finished as a (somewhat) self-contained narrative feature, Mulholland Drive is a film ripe with Lynch's signature macabre ambiguity.
Betty Elms (Watts) is an aspiring actress just arrived in Los Angeles. What follows is a not-necessarily-linear tale of mistaken identity, Hollywood intrigue, mobsters and monsters. Be sure to look up Lynch's ten clues to unlocking the film!

For more information about the Saltwater Film Society, please see their website at http://www.saltwaterfilmsociety.org/.

Knowing Your Place: The State of Maine and Its Sense of Place

A Special Discussion at the Thomaston Public Library

Wednesday, July 17, 7:00 pm

Thomaston, Maine - Come join a discussion with writer Sandra Sylvester, a native Mainer and former Rockland resident, who is the author of The South End, a novel, and the blog “Beyond the South End.”

We will discuss Maine's strong regional culture, one which cultivates in us a unique “sense of place." Culture should do this anywhere; why is Maine's appeal so unusually strong? Why do we have these strong feelings, and what aspects of Maine are their true source? Why do visitors from away love us?

Sandra will discuss the topic in relation to her book The South End. She will have books on hand for sale and signing. If you already have an unsigned copy, please bring it with you and Sandra will be glad to sign it.

Strong audience participation is anticipated and welcomed.

Please join us and let's figure out Maine's magic.

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Robots Rule! Children's Event at Thomaston Public Library
Wednesday, July 17, 11 AM

The Thomaston Public Library's weekly children's event will feature cool robot stories followed by the coloring and assembling of girl and boy robots. Come listen, play, and be creative!

Upcoming Boothbay Region Land Trust Events Week of July 1st

Boothbay, Maine - The following are Boothbay Region Land Trust upcoming events the week of July 1st, 2013.

Wednesday, July 3
Life in a Log

From 10 – 11 am, meet at the Hendricks Head Trail, Southport.  Back by popular demand!  This family friendly hike focuses on the plants and animals that live in, under, and on the logs of the forest floor. In this hands-on activity we will use tools such as magnifying glasses and bug boxes to aid our investigation. For more information or to register, contact Boothbay Region Land Trust Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or call the office at 633-4818.

Saturday, July 6
BRLT Volksmarch and Grill Party

The Boothbay Region Land Trust will host a family event starting with a traditional German Volksmarch (hike) through two of its preserves, between 3:00 and 5:00 PM, to be followed by a Grill Party from 5:00 to 7:00 PM offering food, beverages, and music by The Spaceheaters.    Volksmarch is German for "peoples march" and is a form of non-competitive fitness walking that developed in Europe. The Boothbay Region Land Trust is bringing the Volksmarch to the harbor, with fun prizes and a grand finale that includes German food and drinks. The 5k route winds through Pine Tree Preserve before ending at the giant grill party at Penny Lake Preserve where there will also be activities for the kids.  The full hike on a marked trail should take about 1-1/2 hours, but a shorter route will also be available.  The casual pace and excellent food will suit people of all ages and fitness levels.  Tickets are required at $15/individual, $25/couple or $30/ family with two children.   Kids under 5 are free.    Parking will be at the Boothbay Region High School and the registration table will be by the tennis courts.   Valid I.D. is required for any beer consumption.  Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water, insect repellent and sunscreen.   Leashed dogs will be allowed ONLY on the hike.  Tickets may be purchased at the BRLT office at 137 Townsend Avenue or by phone with a credit card.    For more information visit BRLT’s website at  www.bbrlt.org  or by phoning (207)633-4818.

Wednesday, July 10
Animal Signs Hike

From 10 – 11 am join us on a hike at the Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve as we look for the signs that animals leave behind. From scratches and rubs to tracks and scat, learn how to decipher and identify these clues. For more information or to register, contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or call the office at 633-4818.

Saturday, July 13
Family Hike at Ocean Point Preserve

From 10 – 11:30 am on the second Saturday of each month, all families are invited to join a Environmental Educator Tracey "Turtle" Hall on a kid-friendly hike. These outings are a great way to meet other families in the area or catch up with old friends. The pace of the walk will allow plenty of time to discover and observe the natural world and special emphasis made on the seasonal changes that occur from month to month. Family hikes will average one mile in length and be about one hour in duration. The walks will occur rain or shine, and will only be cancelled in dangerous weather conditions. Registration is not required, just meet at the trailhead. For more information, contact Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.

Upcoming Boothbay Region Land Trust events

Boothbay Harbor, Maine - The following are Boothbay Region Land Trust events taking place from July 3rd to July 10th, 2013 .

Wednesday, July 3

Life in a Log

From 10 – 11 am, meet at the Hendricks Head Trail, Southport.  Back by popular demand!  This family friendly hike focuses on the plants and animals that live in, under, and on the logs of the forest floor. In this hands-on activity we will use tools such as magnifying glasses and bug boxes to aid our investigation. For more information or to register, contact Boothbay Region Land Trust Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or call the office at 633-4818.

Saturday, July 6

BRLT Volksmarch and Grill Party

The Boothbay Region Land Trust will host a family event starting with a traditional German Volksmarch (hike) through two of its preserves, between 3:00 and 5:00 PM, to be followed by a Grill Party from 5:00 to 7:00 PM offering food, beverages, and music by The Spaceheaters.    Volksmarch is German for "peoples march" and is a form of non-competitive fitness walking that developed in Europe. The Boothbay Region Land Trust is bringing the Volksmarch to the harbor, with fun prizes and a grand finale that includes German food and drinks. The 5k route winds through Pine Tree Preserve before ending at the giant grill party at Penny Lake Preserve.  The full hike on a marked trail should take about 1-1/2 hours, but a shorter route will also be available.  The casual pace and excellent food will suit people of all ages and fitness levels.  Tickets are required at $15/individual, $25/couple or $30/ family with two children.   Kids under 5 are free.    Parking will be at the Boothbay Region High School and the registration table will be by the tennis courts.   Valid I.D. is required for any beer consumption.  Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water, insect repellent and sunscreen.   Leashed dogs will be allowed ONLY on the hike.  Tickets may be purchased at the BRLT office at 137 Townsend Avenue or by phone with a credit card.    For more information visit BRLT’s website at  www.bbrlt.org  or by phoning (207)633-4818.

Wednesday, July 10

Animal Signs Hike

From 10 – 11 am join us on a hike at the Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve as we look for the signs that animals leave behind. From scratches and rubs to tracks and scat, learn how to decipher and identify these clues. For more information or to register, contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or call the office at 633-4818.

Children's Summer Reading Program & Activities at Thomaston Public Library

Thomaston, Maine - The Thomaston Public Library continues to sign-up kids of all ages for the summer reading program. The reading period began June 15th and will run through August 10, with a grand-finale party on Saturday, August 17, when we will recognize all program participants and cheer the biggest readers.

Particular levels of reading allow you to achieve star- or super-star status. If you're not content with that, head for infinity . . . and beyond!

The library will also feature weekly special events for children. All events are open to kids of all ages. You do not have to be a summer-reading-program participant to attend.

Here's what's happening in July:

Friday, July 5, 11 AM – Teddy Bear Picnic. Bring a sandwich and your favorite stuffed animal to a picnic on
the library lawn with stories, cookies, and a craft!

Thursday, July 11, 3 PM – Rob Duquette Musical Children's Event. Mr. Duquette is a talented and highly entertaining musician who will sing and perform on ukelele, guitar, xylophone, and percussion instruments from around the globe.

Wednesday, July 17, 11 AM – Robots Rule! Come hear cool robot stories and then color and assemble your own boy and girl robots.

Wednesday, July 24, 11 AM – Fun with Hieroglyphics. Learn about the cool script used by the ancient Egyptians and solve The Mystery of the Golden Cat.

Wednesday, July 31, 1 PM – Creative Writing Workshop with Dena Davis. Let your creative juices – and

Vose Library Upcoming Events

Union, Maine - In the Midcoast Maine town of Union the Vose Library has two upcoming events. Come out to one of these events, if you can.


Event: Local Author Visit: Katherine Silva
Date: Thursday, January 17, 2013, 7pm
Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME
Description: Katherine Silva returns to our local author visit programs in celebration of her latest book, the second of the Monstrum Chronicles. In a world with a shadow realm inhabited by lilitu (vampire-like creatures), a tragic op- era star, a teacher and a lilitu trying to reverse events in the past will discover how far they will go and what it really means to live. Silva will read and discuss her work, and copies will be available for signing and purchase. For more information, contact Vose Library at 785-4733.

Event: Cyberslammed: Cyberbullying Presentation
Date: Tuesday, January 22, 2013, 7pm
Location: Vose Library, 392 Common Road, Union, ME
Description: Kay Stephens, a Midcoast author whose latest cyberbullying prevention book Cyberslammed: Understand, Prevent, Combat and Transform The Most Common Cyberbullying Tactics, just launched this fall under the sponsorship of Time Warner Cable, will deliver a one-hour presentation to parents and educators of teens in fifth to 12th grade. Touching on each of the six tactics in the book (including sexting and several forms of anonymous aggression) Stephens will demonstrate how to identify each tactic, along with prevention tips from cyberbullying experts, law enforcement, attorneys, and educators. Books will also be available for purchase. Check out her her website at www.cyberslammed.com. For more information, contact Vose Library at 785-4733.

January events at Lithgow Library

Augusta, Maine - All events are free and open to the public. Please contact the library for more information: 626-2415 or www.lithgow.lib.me.us. The library is located at 45 Winthrop Street, across from the former YMCA. The library is open Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to Noon.

January 3
Legos at the Library 3:30 p.m., Youth Services
Join us for fun Lego building sessions with other Lego lovers! We will meet the 1st Thursday of the month, at 3:30 p.m. in Youth Services. Legos will be provided.

January 4
Incredible Infants 10 a.m., Youth Services
Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays at this story time for infants and their care givers.

January 7
Rockin’ Readers 6:30-7:30p.m., Youth Services
Readers in 3rd to 6th grade and adults can take part in this fun, interactive inter-generational book discussion. Our book for January is "Out of my Mind" by Sharon Draper. Please see Sarah for a copy of the book, and more details!

January 8
Toddler Time 10 a.m., Youth Services
Sing songs, listen to stories, and learn nursery rhymes while interacting with your child and other care providers.

January 8
Craft Afternoon  3:30 p.m., Youth Services
Come join us for a fun, creative afternoon of cutting, gluing, stamping, weaving, drawing, etc.! All ages welcome! Children 6 and under will need adult supervision. This program is hosted the 2nd Tuesday of the month, until June.  This month we will be making sponge balls!

January 9
Family Story Time 10 a.m., Youth Services
Stories, educational activities and art projects for children ages 3-5 and their care givers.

January 9
Food For Thought 6 p.m., Youth Services
Children’s book discussion group for ages 3-8 to share books, recipes, food and fun! Each child and their adult partner will sign-up to choose a food related book to read together and bring the food as a snack to share with others, as well as discuss the book and/or the recipe.

January 11
Incredible Infants 10 a.m., Youth Services
Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays at this story time for infants and their care givers.

January 15
Toddler Time 10 a.m., Youth Services
Sing songs, listen to stories, and learn nursery rhymes while interacting with your child and other care providers.

January 16
Family Story Time 10 a.m., Youth Services
Stories, educational activities and art projects for children ages 3-5 and their care givers.

January 18
Incredible Infants 10 a.m., Youth Services
Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays at this story time for infants and their care givers.

January 21
The Lithgow Public Library will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King day.

January 22
Toddler Time 10 a.m., Youth Services
Sing songs, listen to stories, and learn nursery rhymes while interacting with your child and other care providers.

January 23
Family Story Time 10 a.m., Youth Services
Stories, educational activities and art projects for children ages 3-5 and their care givers.

January 25
Incredible Infants 10 a.m., Youth Services
Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays at this story time for infants and their care givers.

January 29
Toddler Time 10 a.m., Youth Services
Sing songs, listen to stories, and learn nursery rhymes while interacting with your child and other care providers.

January 30
Family Story Time 10 a.m., Youth Services
Stories, educational activities and art projects for children ages 3-5 and their care givers.

December Events at Lithgow Public Library

Augusta, Maine - All events are free and open to the public. Please contact the library for more information: 626-2415 or www.lithgow.lib.me.us. The library is located at 45 Winthrop Street, across from the former YMCA. The library is open Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to Noon.

December 4

Toddler Time 10 a.m., Youth Services

Sing songs, listen to stories, and learn nursery rhymes while interacting with your child and other care providers.

December 5

Family Story Time 10 a.m., Youth Services

Stories, educational activities and art projects for children ages 3-5 and their care givers.

December 6

Legos at the Library 3:30 p.m., Youth Services

Grand Opening of Interpretive Trail‏

Camden/Rockport, Maine - Families, Merryspring members, and members of the Midcoast community are invited to the grand opening of Merryspring’s new Interpretive Trail.  A guided tour of the Nature Center’s newest addition will be held on Sunday, December 9 at 1:30 pm.

The Interpretive Trail highlights some of Merryspring’s most unique attractions on one, easy-to-follow loop. Coupled with a hand-held interpretive guide, this tour of Merryspring provides both a natural and human history of six special places on the park’s grounds. With distinctive markers and a simple path, this new trail is a great new resource for new visitors to the park and curious members to learn more about Merryspring’s past and how humans have shaped its landscape.

Guests will meet at 1:30 p.m. in front of the Ross Center for a guided walk along the Interpretive Trail.  Brett Willard, who recently completed his one-year stint as an AmeriCorps Environmental Educator and will become Merryspring’s new Program Manager in 2013, will lead the Tour.  The program is free and open to the public. This is an outdoor program, so comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are advised. For more information, please contact Merryspring at 236-2239 or info@merryspring.org.