Below is a thank you note from The Friends of Topsham Public Library concerning the book sale: “The Friends of the Topsham Public Library once again want to extend a sincere thank you to the amazing citizens of Topsham and the entire community. We had a very successful book sale. Your support is neverending and much… Read more »
Posts By: Jen B.
Plan Your Topsham
Have you heard? The Town of Topsham is updating the Comprehensive Plan and they want residents’ input. Between Thursday, October 19 and Monday, October 23 there are a series of activities in which residents may participate and give their feedback about what they want Topsham to be. Below is a schedule of events. For more… Read more »
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Topsham Public Library
You’ve been visiting Topsham Public Library for years. Your next door neighbor is a staff member. You bring your grandchildren to the storytimes. You knew us when we were still in the house. You think you know us pretty well, but below are 10 things that you might not know. Did you know we once sponsored… Read more »
Banned Books Week 2017
This week is Banned Books Week. Libraries are dedicated to your right to read. Everything is not for everyone, but there is something for each one of us. The most challenged books for 2016 are: Top Ten for 2016 Out of 323 challenges recorded by the Office for Intellectual Freedom This One Summer written by Mariko… Read more »
Banned Books Week Recap
In honor of Banned Books Week (which is next week) we take a look back at past Banned Book Week blog posts. Banned Books Week It’s Banned Book Week!! The Banned Book I Bought at the Book Sale by Emma The most frequently challenged book of the decade by Lynne My Favorite… Read more »
Calling All Writers
It’s that time of year! Topsham Public Library is now accepting Joy of the Pen submissions. For those of you who are not familiar with the contest, the Joy of the Pen is a writing competition that is free to enter for year-round Maine residents, both amateur and professional. Prizes are awarded in the following… Read more »
Donation Drop-Off Deadline Drawing Nigh
The annual Friends of the Topsham Public Library Book Sale is almost here (September 29-October 1), and that means you are running out of time to drop-off your gently used books, dvds, and cds. Saturday, September 15 is the last day we are taking donations. (We have a deadline so the wonderful volunteers have time… Read more »
Fall Sports Season
M T A ! M T A ! M T A! If you are anywhere in the vicinity of Mt. Ararat High School this fall, you might hear enthusiastic fans chanting and yelling in support of their athletes. The nights are cold, but the enthusiasm is infectious, and the feats are daring. There are many… Read more »
You Need A New Bookmark!
At Topsham Public Library, we are always trying to find ways to keep you connected with books you might like to read. Bookmarks with lists of book suggestions are our newest way. Each bookmark has a theme or read alike suggestions. Currently we have one holder, but we are looking to add another holder with… Read more »
Staycation Pictures! Thank you, Keith Spiro!
Here is just a sampling in pictures of Staycation 2017! The sun was out, the ice cream was delicious, and the smiles contagious! Thank you to all who came out and enjoyed their day with us! And thank you, Keith Spiro for the great pictures. To view the entire gallery, click here. Mr…. Read more »