If you have frequented Topsham Public Library in the past few weeks, you noticed a new face behind the desk. Cat is our newest member of staff, so please stop by and say hi! Cat grew up in Wolfboro, NH, but she has Maine connections as her grandparents lived in Topsham. As much as we… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Topsham Tales
Guest Blogger Keith Spiro and Tai Chi at Topsham Public Library
As part of the summer reading program at Topsham Public Library, Tai Chi was offered on Saturday morning July 1 and July 8. Library Champion (and Official Photographer), Keith Spiro was one of the participants and he has written this week’s blog about his experience. Thank you, Keith! With soft meditative music in the background,… Read more »
Paul Doiron is Coming to Topsham Public Library!!
I know you know who he is. And, I know you do not want to miss Paul Doiron at Topsham Public Library on Saturday, July 29 at 2pm! How do I know you know who he is? Because right now, as I write this, there are 242 holds on his newest release Knife Creek in the Minerva… Read more »
Maine Poet Gary Rainford Part of Staycation Lineup
Gary Rainford grew up on Long Island, NY, but now he calls Swan Island, Maine home where he resides with his wife and daughter year-round. Naturally, his poetry is influenced by the beauty and fierceness of the nature that surrounds him. Salty Liquor is his first published collection of poems, and his work has also appeared… Read more »
Storyteller Begins Festivities at Staycation2017!
She is no stranger to Topsham Public Library, and we are excited to welcome her back! Carol Birch begins the festivities during Staycation2017! on Saturday, July 29 at 10am. Oral storytelling is vital to our Maine heritage, and Carol has been developing, working and excelling in the art for over 40 years. Based in Connecticut, Carol… Read more »
Library Spotting in Michigan
Weddings. Summertime is the season for weddings. That’s how I happened to be in Jackson, Michigan over the weekend. My nephew tied the knot and my sister and I went to join in in the festivities. Of course, one of us had to run around picking up last minute items and toiletries that one of… Read more »
Summer Reading Program Begins This Saturday!
The excitement is building, people have been asking about it, and finally, on Saturday the fun begins! All kinds of stuff is lined up for the summer. There is something for everyone! If you have participated before, you know that you want to be here on Saturday, June 17 to pick up your summer reading… Read more »
Library Spotting
A few weeks ago, while we trudged through our gray, sunless days, Lynne, our lovely co-worker, was enjoying the sun down in the Florida Keys. While she was there, she happened upon two libraries, and she took pictures of them. Pictured left is Monroe County May Hill Russell Library. That gave me an idea. When… Read more »
Summer Reading Lists 2017
Are you beginning to wonder if the sun still exists or if summer will ever arrive? I am. But don’t despair! Whether the days are dreary or the sun finally appears, there are book challenges and book suggestions to get us through our darkest days. The following link is for the Read Harder Challenge. The… Read more »
Maine Authors on Display!
This month’s book display, located to the right as you enter Topsham Public Library, is highlighting Maine authors. Maine is the best place to be in the summer, so when you hit the beach, or head to camp, or relax in your own yard, stop by Topsham Public Library first and pick up some books by… Read more »