CHAT with Craig & Fred
Craig & Fred: A Marine, A Stray Dog, and How they Rescued Each Other – August 8th at Skidompha Library Chats with Champions welcomes Craig Grossi, former US Marine, and Fred, former Afghani stray. Grossi…
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Paws to Read
Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesChance the dog is a great listener! Entertain him and practice your reading. Reserve your twenty minute spot by emailing children@skidompha.org, visiting the Children’s Circulation Desk, or calling the library at 207-563-5513. For ages 6…
Free
Senator Angus King: Constituent Services @ Skidompha
Library – Atrium 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesFrom the office of Senator Angus King: “Your Government, Your Neighborhood” – Senator King’s Constituent Services Representatives at Skidompha Library How can we help you? We at Senator King’s staff are ready to listen and…
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Genealogy Beginner Class: EVENING
Genealogy beginner class. Class size limited; participants must sign up for the 4-session course in advance. To do so contact Kathleen Maclachlan by email at genealogy@skidompha.org
Free
Mark Alan Leslie: Maine’s Underground Railroad
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesMark Alan Leslie: Maine’s Underground Railroad Lecture on August 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Porter Hall Facing the danger of jail and heavy fines, a number of Mainers in the Midcoast area formed…
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A Universe of Stories: Out-of-this-World Stories
Library – Courtyard 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, METhis summer, we are celebrating “A Universe of Stories.” Join us for a casual gathering to share books that are “Out-of-this-world” – Sci fi/ fantasy. Bring your lunch with you and a story to share….
Free
YA Book Edge Painting
Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesTrick out your favorite book with some paint! Bring your own book to paint and Skidompha will provide the art supplies. Designed for ages 12 -18; space is limited to 10 participants. Sign up in…
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Genealogy Beginner Class: MORNING
Library – 2nd Floor Genealogy 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesGenealogy beginner class. Class size limited; participants must sign up for the 4-session course in advance. Please contact Kathleen Maclachlan by email to sign up: genealogy@skidompha.org
Chewonki: Owls of Maine
Library – Kids Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesJoin Chewonki’s Owl experts at Skidompha Library for an interactive program with live animals. Beginning with slides and sounds, participants will learn the identifying characteristics and calls of each owl. Then, using talons, wings, and…
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CHAT with Richard Clarke and Robert Knake – The Fifth Domain, Cyber Security
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesJoin authors Richard Clarke and Robert Knake to learn about their title – The Fifth Domain: Cyber Security From Penguin Random House: “There is much to fear in the dark corners of cyberspace. From well-covered…
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Genealogy Round Table Discussions
Carpenter Room 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesGenealogy Round Table discussions are informal opportunities to share and collaborate with researchers on the same topics. No sign-up needed for this free time of sharing experiences and resources. July 10: Reading Old Writing- Bring…
Free
Genealogy Beginner Class: EVENING
Genealogy beginner class. Class size limited; participants must sign up for the 4-session course in advance. To do so contact Kathleen Maclachlan by email at genealogy@skidompha.org
Free
Wii Gaming in Porter Hall
Join us in Porter Hall every other Friday for Wii gaming up on the big screen. No sign up needed; open to ages 12 – 18.
Free
CHAT with Susanne Dunlap: Listen to the Wind – Orphans of Tolosa, Book 1
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesSusanne Dunlap, Historical Fiction Writer, to speak at Skidompha Library on August 20 Chats with Champions welcomes Susanne Dunlap, author of historical fiction, to Skidompha Library’s Porter Hall on Tuesday, August 20. Dunlap will discuss…
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Genealogy Beginner Class: MORNING
Library – 2nd Floor Genealogy 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesGenealogy beginner class. Class size limited; participants must sign up for the 4-session course in advance. Please contact Kathleen Maclachlan by email to sign up: genealogy@skidompha.org
Mr. Drew & His Animals Too
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesMeet Mr. Drew’s rescued and rehabilitated animals in this hands-on educational experience! All ages welcome, no sign up necessary. Free and open to the public.
Free
Genealogy Round Table Discussions
Carpenter Room 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesGenealogy Round Table discussions are informal opportunities to share and collaborate with researchers on the same topics. No sign-up needed for this free time of sharing experiences and resources. July 10: Reading Old Writing- Bring…
Free
Paws to Read
Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesChance the dog is a great listener! Entertain him and practice your reading. Reserve your twenty minute spot by emailing children@skidompha.org, visiting the Children’s Circulation Desk, or calling the library at 207-563-5513. For ages 6…
Free
Genealogy Beginner Class: EVENING
Genealogy beginner class. Class size limited; participants must sign up for the 4-session course in advance. To do so contact Kathleen Maclachlan by email at genealogy@skidompha.org
Free
Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesJoin Lindsay and her larger-than-life Puppet Pals for a fun and interactive performance at Skidompha! Filled with silliness, active audience engagement, and unique, memorable characters, this series of charming short stories will delight the young…
Free
A Universe of Stories: Animal Stories
Library – Courtyard 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, METhis summer, we are celebrating “A Universe of Stories.” Join us for a casual gathering to share books that are Animal-related. Bring your lunch with you and a story to share. We will be drawing…
Free
Celebration Henna with Erica Qualey
Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesCelebrate the end of Skidompha’s summer learning program with a henna tattoo by artist Erica Qualey. Open to all ages; drop-ins welcome.
Free
Wii Gaming in Porter Hall
Join us in Porter Hall every other Friday for Wii gaming up on the big screen. No sign up needed; open to ages 12 – 18.
Free
Play Music on the Porch Day
“Music goes beyond words. It can transcend the most difficult barriers. It ties us together like a thread through our hearts. Our skin is many colors but music is in our blood, our bones and…
Free
Allan Winkler Presents: Pete, Woody, and the Folk Revival of the 1950s and 60s
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesTravel back in time through song with author, historian, and musician Allan Winkler. Winkler will bring you music from the folk greats like Pete Seeger and Woody Guthrie in a performance that will delight all…
$20
Labor Day – Library Closed
Library – Atrium 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesThe library will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 2nd. Enjoy your holiday!
Kids Story Time
Library – Kids Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesJoin us in the Story Circle for a story time filled with movement, song, and some great stories read aloud. Stay afterwards to socialize and play with friends new and old. Story time is loosely…
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CHAT with Bob Hills: Iceland
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesSkidompha Library welcomes returning speaker and noted photographer Bob Hills to the Chats with Champions stage. His illustrated talk will feature his stunning original photographs of Iceland and will take place on September 5th at…
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Chat with Beth Preston
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesLocal Music Director Beth Preston to Speak on Tuesday, September 17th at Skidompha Library Beth Preston, a local conductor, music coach, teacher, and multi-talented musical tour de force will be the featured speaker at Skidompha Library’s…
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Genealogy: Scanning Best Practices
Carpenter Room 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesThis short demonstration and talk will cover scanning basics. Handling and displaying original items causes wear and degradation. Good digital copies allow unlimited sharing while preserving the original items. We’re successful when the scan and…
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Howard Solomon: Making Sense of Anti-Semitism
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesMaking Sense of Anti-Semitism with Howard Solomon: Upcoming Lecture at Skidompha Library Howard Solomon will present for Chats with Champions on the topic of Anti-Semitism. His lecture In the Shadow of Pittsburgh: Making Sense of…
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Wii Gaming for Teens
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesCome in and enjoy some Wii gaming on our big screen. Snacks will be provided. Open to ages 12 to 18 – no sign up needed!
Free
National Voter Registration Day at Skidompha!
Library – Atrium 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesOn September 24, 2019, Americans will celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a massive 50-state effort to register voters before Election Day this November. With local elections happening in a few weeks, every eligible American…
CSC: Death from the Skies
Coastal Senior College Presents: Death from the Skies Tuesdays, 10:00 – Noon Classes will run from September 24 – October 29, No Class October 22 The universe is a dangerous place and our Earth is…
One-on-One Genealogy Consultations
One Free Consultations Consultations are by appointment only – please email Kathleen for a one-hour appointment. Preference will be given to those who have not had an appointment previously this year. Get help developing a…
Free
EPOCH Magazine – Submission Deadline
EPOCH is a collaborative creative magazine that publishes artwork and writing by humans in grades 7 through 12. It is a publication made possible by grants given to Skidompha Library in Damariscotta, Maine. Have you…
Free
CSC: Photography in the 19th Century
Coastal Senior College presents: The Amazing Story of Photography in the Nineteenth Century Wednesdays, 10:00 – 12:00 Meeting September 25 through October 30 How did photography begin? What struck the first observers of the images?…
CSC: The Devil Made Me Do It
Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United StatesCoastal Senior College Presents: “The Devil Made Me Do It!” Understanding the Witch-Craze and Persecutions in Early Modern Society 8 Thursdays, 1:00 – 4:00 September 26 – November 14 What was witchcraft? Who were the witches? Were…
CSC: Death from the Skies
Coastal Senior College Presents: Death from the Skies Tuesdays, 10:00 – Noon Classes will run from September 24 – October 29, No Class October 22 The universe is a dangerous place and our Earth is…
CSC: Photography in the 19th Century
Coastal Senior College presents: The Amazing Story of Photography in the Nineteenth Century Wednesdays, 10:00 – 12:00 Meeting September 25 through October 30 How did photography begin? What struck the first observers of the images?…