- July 15, 2024
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Read to a Dog for Kids
Want to practice your reading skills with a GREAT listener? Want some (optional) doggy snuggles? Come read to Chai (a miniature toy poodle)! If there are a lot of friends reading, we will have 15-minute turns. Designed for ages 3 and up.
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Monday Matinee: Bluey
The slice-of-life adventures of an Australian Blue Heeler Cattle Dog puppy as she has fun with her family and friends in everyday situations. Running Time: about 35 minutes (episodes are 7 minutes long). Recommended ages 4 and up, but all are welcome! Bring pillows and blankets for extra coziness!
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- July 16, 2024
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Baby Sensory Play
Sensory play stations (water splashing, sand, finger painting, rainbow walk, and more) will be set up indoors and outdoors. Designed for babies and children up to age 3, with their grownups.
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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- July 17, 2024
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Preschool Storytime
At preschool storytime, we sing songs and do action rhymes, read up to four stories, and play percussion instruments. Storytime is 30 - 45 minutes long and is designed for ages 3 and up.
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The Topsham Sharing Table
FREE PRODUCE from local farms for anyone who needs it. Help yourself to what you need and leave the rest for others. Organized by the Merrymeeting Gleaners, a project of the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program. First come, first served, while supplies last.
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- July 18, 2024
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Music & Rhyme Time
At each Music & Rhyme Time we sing songs, dance and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and read one short story. Each lively and fun session lasts about 20-40 minutes and is designed for two-year-olds and their grownup!
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Baby & Me
Baby & Me gives your child the opportunity to hear lots of language while you spend time bonding together! Program lasts about 15-20 minutes, and is designed for babies ages birth up to 23 months.
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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4-H Summer of Science
Join 4-H teen ambassadors for science experiments! This is a 3-week program for ages 7-12 – sign up is required.
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Family Movie: The Lego Movie
An ordinary LEGO construction worker, thought to be the prophesied as "special", is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant from gluing the LEGO universe into eternal stasis. Running Time: 1 hour, 40 minutes. Rated PG for mild action and rude humor. Recommended ages 6 and up, but all are welcome! Bring pillows and blankets for extra coziness! Popcorn will be served.
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- July 19, 2024
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Chewonki Presents: Scales & Tails
Many people conjure up images of slimy skin and bloodthirsty monsters when they hear the word “reptile.” This hands-on program works to dispel some of those fears by allowing students to examine snakeskins, turtle shells, skeletons, and other unique reptilian artifacts. Recommended ages 6 and up, but open to anyone who can sit quietly through a 45-minute presentation.
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- July 20, 2024
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Stitching Together
Join this knitting and crocheting group that meets monthly. Come and work on your latest project, share patterns, check out the library's knitting and crocheting resources. All abilities welcome!
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- July 22, 2024
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Read to a Dog for Kids
Want to practice your reading skills with a GREAT listener? Want some (optional) doggy snuggles? Come read to Chai (a miniature toy poodle)! If there are a lot of friends reading, we will have 15-minute turns. Designed for ages 3 and up.
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- July 23, 2024
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KindKids Family Concert
KindKids Music is a dynamic duo with original music, puppets, and a highly interactive performance for all ages. Rob Duquette and Amanda Panda share tools for emotional resilience, foster kindness, and encourage wellness, all while making music and having FUN! All ages, limit first 100 people.
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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Rare Reads Quiet Reading
Join the Rare Reads book discussion group for a relaxing hour of quiet reading. Open to all. Inside or outside depending on the weather. Refreshments will be served.
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- July 24, 2024
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Teens Acrylic Paint Pour
In the teen room, NO registration is required. Dress for mess. Supplies are limited. Earn 3 tickets per event
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Preschool Storytime
At preschool storytime, we sing songs and do action rhymes, read up to four stories, and play percussion instruments. Storytime is 30 - 45 minutes long and is designed for ages 3 and up.
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Kids Art Club
Various art mediums will be available for experimentation, including modeling clay, pastels, and paint. Ages 6 and up, registration required.
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The Topsham Sharing Table
FREE PRODUCE from local farms for anyone who needs it. Help yourself to what you need and leave the rest for others. Organized by the Merrymeeting Gleaners, a project of the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program. First come, first served, while supplies last.
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- July 25, 2024
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Music & Rhyme Time
At each Music & Rhyme Time we sing songs, dance and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and read one short story. Each lively and fun session lasts about 20-40 minutes and is designed for two-year-olds and their grownup!
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Baby & Me
Baby & Me gives your child the opportunity to hear lots of language while you spend time bonding together! Program lasts about 15-20 minutes, and is designed for babies ages birth up to 23 months.
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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4-H Summer of Science
Join 4-H teen ambassadors for science experiments! This is a 3-week program for ages 7-12 – sign up is required.
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- July 26, 2024
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Fancy Family Dance Party
Wear whatever makes you feel like dancing (costume, fancy outfit, whatever!) and come have a dance party! Dance party is 30 minutes long, and is designed for families of all ages.
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- July 29, 2024
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Read to a Dog for Kids
Want to practice your reading skills with a GREAT listener? Want some (optional) doggy snuggles? Come read to Chai (a miniature toy poodle)! If there are a lot of friends reading, we will have 15-minute turns. Designed for ages 3 and up.
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- July 30, 2024
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Stay & Play
We fill our big meeting room with toys—kids can play and their grownups can play AND catch up with other grownups! Ages birth to 5, registration required(must have at least 6 signups to run)
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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- July 31, 2024
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Preschool Storytime
At preschool storytime, we sing songs and do action rhymes, read up to four stories, and play percussion instruments. Storytime is 30 - 45 minutes long and is designed for ages 3 and up.
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The Topsham Sharing Table
FREE PRODUCE from local farms for anyone who needs it. Help yourself to what you need and leave the rest for others. Organized by the Merrymeeting Gleaners, a project of the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program. First come, first served, while supplies last.
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- August 1, 2024
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Music & Rhyme Time
At each Music & Rhyme Time we sing songs, dance and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and read one short story. Each lively and fun session lasts about 20-40 minutes and is designed for two-year-olds and their grownup!
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Baby & Me
Baby & Me gives your child the opportunity to hear lots of language while you spend time bonding together! Program lasts about 15-20 minutes, and is designed for babies ages birth up to 23 months.
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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Puzzle Craft for Kids
Assemble a 3D puzzle, then decorate it! For ages 6 and up (younger children may need help from a grownup). Sign up required.
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Friends of the Topsham Public Library Meeting
Started in 1998, The Friends of the Topsham Public Library is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to supporting the Topsham Public Library. The Friends value the Topsham Public Library as a cultural, educational and recreational center and contribute time, effort, and resources to further develop the library’s potential as a dynamic force in our community. The Friends augment the library budget through fundraising to finance virtually all library programs and events. Annual membership, donations, and patronage of the annual book sale strengthens the Topsham Public Library and ensures the continued growth of Library services. All meetings are open to the public. New members are always welcome.
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- August 6, 2024
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Stuffed Animal/Baby Doll Tea Party
Bring your favorite toy for a tea party! Snacks and juice will be served. Designed for ages 3 and up.
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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- August 7, 2024
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Teen Craft: Tiny Terrarium
Program in the teen room or outside. While supplies last. NO registration is required, dress for mess. Earn 3 tickets for the Summer Reading Raffle.
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Preschool Storytime
At preschool storytime, we sing songs and do action rhymes, read up to four stories, and play percussion instruments. Storytime is 30 - 45 minutes long and is designed for ages 3 and up.
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The Topsham Sharing Table
FREE PRODUCE from local farms for anyone who needs it. Help yourself to what you need and leave the rest for others. Organized by the Merrymeeting Gleaners, a project of the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program. First come, first served, while supplies last.
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Lego Mania
Legos! Building challenges! Snacks! Fun! For ages 5 and up.
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- August 8, 2024
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Music & Rhyme Time
At each Music & Rhyme Time we sing songs, dance and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and read one short story. Each lively and fun session lasts about 20-40 minutes and is designed for two-year-olds and their grownup!
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Baby & Me
Baby & Me gives your child the opportunity to hear lots of language while you spend time bonding together! Program lasts about 15-20 minutes, and is designed for babies ages birth up to 23 months.
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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Mystery in the Library
The other night when many characters were out of their books, a crime was committed, right in our own library! As a result, his Majesty Henry VIII – that famous monarch from the English history books – has disappeared. Help us solve the mystery! In person registration is required so that you can choose your character. Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory. Space is limited. Food will be served. Registration opens on July 15th and closes on August 6th.Ages 10-16 only
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- August 9, 2024
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Chewonki Presents: Owls of Maine
Beginning with slides and sounds, participants will learn the identifying characteristics and calls of each owl. Then, using talons, wings, and skulls, we explore the adaptations of these silent nocturnal hunters. This program ends with an intimate and detailed look at live owls, bringing these creatures of the night into the light! Recommended ages 6 and up, but open to anyone who can sit quietly through a 45 minute presentation. Limit first 100 people.
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- August 13, 2024
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Lindsay and her Puppet Pals
Filled with silliness, crowd participation, and unique, memorable characters, this series of charming and positive short stories featuring Lindsay’s Puppet Pals (lovingly crafted, giant hand puppets and marionettes) will delight the young and the young at heart! Designed for ages 3—8. Limit first 100 people.
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Tech Help
Need help setting up email or cloudLibrary? How about printing from your laptop? Do you know how to download apps? Dale will be available to help you navigate your devices.
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Rare Reads Quiet Reading
Join the Rare Reads book discussion group for a relaxing hour of quiet reading. Open to all. Inside or outside depending on the weather. Refreshments will be served.
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- August 14, 2024
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Preschool Storytime
At preschool storytime, we sing songs and do action rhymes, read up to four stories, and play percussion instruments. Storytime is 30 - 45 minutes long and is designed for ages 3 and up.
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The Topsham Sharing Table
FREE PRODUCE from local farms for anyone who needs it. Help yourself to what you need and leave the rest for others. Organized by the Merrymeeting Gleaners, a project of the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program. First come, first served, while supplies last.
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Topsham History Discussion Group
Do you want to learn more about the history of your community and our part of Maine? All are welcome to join this discussion group and explore the background of Topsham. Participants are invited to bring questions, observations, and curiosity for group sharing with Dana Cary. Meetings are on the second Wednesday of every month.
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