August Sketchbook Challenge Draw-In
For All Ages Start off the July Sketchbook Challenge right by dropping by the library for a draw-in! Pick up your drawing supplies and hang out with other artists as you tackle the first drawing…
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Salt Bay Chamberfest @ Skidompha: Lecture/Demo with Arnie Tanimoto, viola da gamba
For All Ages Monday, Aug. 7 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm Skidompha Library | Porter Meeting Hall Gold medalist and first-ever American laureate of the 7th International Bach-Abel Competition Arnie Tanimoto has quickly established himself as…
Nature Walk: Coastal Rivers’ Bearce Allen Preserve
For All Ages (Participants under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult) 12-Person Limit Maine Master Naturalist, Heather Hardy, will lead a hike through Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust’s beautiful Bearce Allen Preserve…
Reading with Lucas
Read to a Therapy Dog! Tuesdays, Jul. 25-Aug. 15 | 2:00pm | All Ages Skidompha Library | Children’s Room Story Circle Stop by and read with Lucas, our visiting therapy dog, and his human, Kim….
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
Collage Art with Michael Albert
For Children Get creative with collage using repurposed materials with artist, Michael Albert. We’ll see a collection of collage art then we’ll get messy making our own. All materials will be provided, but space is…
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
Calling All Birds with Chewonki
For All Ages No matter where you live, you’re sure to have birds nearby! Covering the basics of bird adaptations, we will learn about coloring, beak shape, feet shape, and of course bird calls! This…
Forage Our Neighborhood
For Children Join us for this fun foray into foraging right in our neighborhood. We’ll explore, collect, and then come back to the Library for a game and a craft using our collected materials. All…
Reading with Lucas
Read to a Therapy Dog! Tuesdays, Jul. 25-Aug. 15 | 2:00pm | All Ages Skidompha Library | Children’s Room Story Circle Stop by and read with Lucas, our visiting therapy dog, and his human, Kim….
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
All Ages Book Club: The Tea Dragon Tapestry by Kay O’Neill
For All Ages Readers of all ages are invited to join Skidompha Librarians for a fun celebration of The Tea Dragon Tapestry by Kay O’Neill. First, we’ll talk about our favorite parts of the book…
Salt Bay Chamberfest @ Skidompha: Masterclass with Sean Lee, Violin
For All Ages Saturday, Aug. 19 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Skidompha Library | Porter Meeting Hall Get an insider’s sneak peek into how professional musicians approach training the next generation of gifted artists!…
Big Screen Gaming
For Teens Bring your friends and have fun with our new Nintendo Switch! We’ll have a variety of games to choose from, extra controllers to make it multiplayer, and of course, snacks. Every Tuesday, beginning…
Crafternoon
For Teens Feeling crafty? This weekly drop-in event gives teens a chance to relax, create, spend time with friends, and make new ones. Plus, we’ll have lemonade and snacks! Every Wednesday, beginning Jun. 14| 4:00pm…
Game Day: Generational Jeopardy
For All Ages Come on down to Skidompha Library for a fun morning of Jeopardy! From Baby Boomers to Generation Alpha, participants should brush up on slang and pop-cultural references from across the generations in…
Monday Movies: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (PG-13)
For Adults & Teens Celebrate this year’s themes of friendship and community with monthly showings of The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Join Skidompha Library on the last Monday of each month for the next…
End of Summer Reading Bash!
For All Ages Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with a fun party at Skidompha Library! We’ll have treats, games, and temporary tattoos! And remember, this is the last day to check-in and earn any…
Family Game Night
Family Board Game Nights Second Friday of the Month, September – December 4:00pm – 6:00pm | Ages 5 and up Skidompha Library Table top games are an excellent way for kids to build a variety…
National Voter Registration Day @ Skidompha Library
For Adults Tuesday, September 19 | 9:00am – 6:00pm Skidompha Library | Atrium Stop by the Skidompha Library Atrium to register to vote in local and national elections!
Banned Book Club: Gender Queer
Banned Book Club: Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe For Adults | Registration Required Thursday, October 5 | 11:00am -12:00pm Skidompha Library | Porter Hall Celebrate National Banned Books week with a discussion of…
Donuts & Devices: Computer Basics (Windows)
Donuts & Devices: Digital Literacy Workshops Fridays (Oct 6 – Nov 10) | 10:00am – 11:30am Skidompha Public Library | Registration Required Skidompha Library is excited to offer a series of workshops focused on technology…
Skidompha After Dark: Game Night!
For Adults and Teens (16 years and older) First Friday of the Month | 6:00pm – 9:00pm Skidompha Public Library Grab some friends and head over to Skidompha Library for a special after-hours game night!…
Chats with Champions: Chris Chapman
Chats with Champions is proud to present Chris (Priscilla) Chapman on Thursday, October 12th at 10am in the Porter Meeting Hall of Skidompha Library. Chris grew up on the Chapman Farm in Damariscotta and has…
Genealogy Roundtable
Second Thursday of the Month (Oct – May) 1:00pm – 3:00pm Skidompha Public Library | Genealogy Section Join Skidompha’s genealogy volunteers for these unique sessions featuring research tips & tricks, best practices, and exciting discoveries!
Donuts & Devices: Computer Basics (macOS 11)
Donuts & Devices: Digital Literacy Workshops Fridays (Oct 6 – Nov 10) | 10:00am – 11:30am Skidompha Public Library | Registration Required Skidompha Library is excited to offer a series of workshops focused on technology…
Family Game Night
Family Board Game Nights Second Friday of the Month, September – December 4:00pm – 6:00pm | Ages 5 and up Skidompha Library Table top games are an excellent way for kids to build a variety…
Skidompha After Dark: Ghost Story Night
For Adults & Teens (16 years and older) Wednesday, October 18 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM Skidompha Public Library | Library Atrium Join us for a fun and spooky evening of ghost stories! Tell your…
Theater Program
For Kids & Teens (ages 10-14); beginner and intermediate Fridays, October 20 – January 19 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm (No class November 24, December 22, and December 29) Skidompha Public Library | Porter Hall |…
Donuts & Devices: Mobile Device Basics (iPhone/iPad)
Donuts & Devices: Digital Literacy Workshops Fridays (Oct 6 – Nov 10) | 10:00am – 11:30am Skidompha Public Library | Registration Required Skidompha Library is excited to offer a series of workshops focused on technology…
Theater Program
For Kids & Teens (ages 10-14); beginner and intermediate Fridays, October 20 – January 19 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm (No class November 24, December 22, and December 29) Skidompha Public Library | Porter Hall |…
Donuts & Devices: Video Conferencing (Zoom)
Donuts & Devices: Digital Literacy Workshops Fridays (Oct 6 – Nov 10) | 10:00am – 11:30am Skidompha Public Library | Registration Required Skidompha Library is excited to offer a series of workshops focused on technology…
Theater Program
For Kids & Teens (ages 10-14); beginner and intermediate Fridays, October 20 – January 19 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm (No class November 24, December 22, and December 29) Skidompha Public Library | Porter Hall |…
Skidompha After Dark: Game Night!
For Adults and Teens (16 years and older) First Friday of the Month | 6:00pm – 9:00pm Skidompha Public Library Grab some friends and head over to Skidompha Library for a special after-hours game night!…
Finding Our Voices
Finding Our Voices Exhibit & Event For Adults Tuesday, November 7 | 10:00am -12:00pm Skidompha Library | Charles Talbot Porter Meeting Hall Finding Our Voices is breaking the silence of domestic abuse, one community and…
Genealogy Roundtable
Second Thursday of the Month (Oct – May) 1:00pm – 3:00pm Skidompha Public Library | Genealogy Section Join Skidompha’s genealogy volunteers for these unique sessions featuring research tips & tricks, best practices, and exciting discoveries!
Donuts & Devices: Cybersecurity
Donuts & Devices: Digital Literacy Workshops Fridays (Oct 6 – Nov 10) | 10:00am – 11:30am Skidompha Public Library | Registration Required Skidompha Library is excited to offer a series of workshops focused on technology…
Theater Program
For Kids & Teens (ages 10-14); beginner and intermediate Fridays, October 20 – January 19 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm (No class November 24, December 22, and December 29) Skidompha Public Library | Porter Hall |…
Family Game Night
Family Board Game Nights Second Friday of the Month, September – December 4:00pm – 6:00pm | Ages 5 and up Skidompha Library Table top games are an excellent way for kids to build a variety…