Topsham Public Library is proud to present a plethora of materials, programs and services for adults. See what new items we have added to the collection on our new books and more page, check out programs and events and the services we provide. Need information or have a question about our adult services? Contact Emma here.
Topsham Public Library Adult Programs
- February 16, 2019
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Sip-N-Stitch
Join this knitting and crocheting group, All abilities welcome! Come and work on your latest project, share patterns, check out the library's knitting and crocheting resources, and relax with a cup of coffee or tea. Would you like to learn to knit or crochet? Come along and we can help you with that too.
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- February 19, 2019
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Rare Reads Book Discussion
A book group that discusses unusual and interesting popular fiction (and some nonfiction) that meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 6pm. This month's book is The Intuitionist by Colson Whitehead. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org for more details. We're always looking for new members - no registration required!
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- February 20, 2019
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Drop-In Tech Support
Need help setting up email? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Our tech guy, Dale, will be available to help you navigate your laptop or tablet.
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Drop-in Board Game Night
Bring your friends and family and play some games! We will have many games for many ages AND snacks!! All Ages.
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Trustees Meeting
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- February 21, 2019
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Genealogy Drop In
Interested in Genealogy? Join our Genealogy volunteer, Karen, to help you get started. She’ll help you use our resources such as Ancestry to find out more about your family tree. Bring along a notebook and a USB flash drive (if you have one).
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Men's Book Group
We Need You! We need a few good men to join us for this monthly meeting of minds as we explore our interests through reading. We usually meet on the third Thursday of each month September through May. This month’s book is Psychopath Test by Jon Ronson. For more info call 725-1727 or email emma@topshamlibrary.org.
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- February 22, 2019
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3rd Annual Friday of the Force!
Join us for Star Wars themed snacks, crafts and activities! Wear a costume for extra fun! All ages.
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- February 23, 2019
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Joy of Art Artist Talk and Closing
Join us in the Crooker Gallery as we announce the winner of this year’s People’s Choice Award and the Library Lovers’ Lottery. The winning artists in all categories will talk about their work.
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Joy of the Lens applications open
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- February 26, 2019
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Moving On Discussion Group
Join us for this interactive discussion group for surviving spouses of retirement age. How do you move on after the death of a beloved spouse and the shared life you’ve had together over many years? After such a profound loss what can you do to build a new existence based on your new reality? We look forward to sharing observations, experiences and ideas with you. We will meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
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Reading Between the Panels Graphic Novel Discussion Group
If you love art and literature (and at the same time), then join Dale each month as the group discuss all things graphic novel. From classic comic book collections to the latest in graphic novels, they share our favorites, make recommendations, and talk shop about the writing, the art, and everything in between. Every fourth Tuesday at 6pm from October to May.
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Reading Between the Panels Graphic Novel Discussion Group
If you love art and literature (and at the same time), then join Dale each month as the group discuss all things graphic novel. From classic comic book collections to the latest in graphic novels, they share our favorites, make recommendations, and talk shop about the writing, the art, and everything in between. Every fourth Tuesday at 6pm from October to May.
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CREA: Ecology and Old-growth Forests
In recent decades, numerous remnants of eastern old growth forests have been discovered, that retain surprisingly robust complexity and vigor. Scientists are developing strategies for restoration that will foster biological diversity and mitigate the impacts of climate change. Forest Ecologist and Professor of Biology at University of Maine at Farmington Andrew Barton will speak about these ecosystems and their importance for resilience in an age of rapid environmental change.
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- February 27, 2019
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Drop-In Tech Support
Need help setting up email? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Our tech guy, Dale, will be available to help you navigate your laptop or tablet.
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Trustees Meeting
Focus- Budget Strategies and Public Relations Feature: 15th Anniversary Celebration planning-June 5!
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- February 28, 2019
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Genealogy Drop In
Interested in Genealogy? Join our Genealogy volunteer, Karen, to help you get started. She’ll help you use our resources such as Ancestry to find out more about your family tree. Bring along a notebook and a USB flash drive (if you have one).
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