Library Events

December 5, 2025
  • December 5, 20259:30 am - 10:30 am • December 5, 2025

    Coffee Klatsch with Katherine

    Join our director for a cup of joe on the first Friday of every month in our Crooker Gallery space. There is no set topic or subject, just general conversation over a warm beverage. Connect with fellow community members and socialize in a relaxed atmosphere. 

    Free coffee and  tea provided!

  • December 5, 20253:30 pm - 4:00 pm • December 5, 2025

    Teen Button Making Drop-In

    Drop by and get creative! Teens are invited to design and press their own custom buttons every Friday afternoon. Whether you're into art, activism, or just want to make something cool for your backpack, this quick, fun session is the perfect way to kick off the weekend. All supplies provided. No registration needed, just show up!

  • December 5, 20251:30 pm - 5:45 pm • December 5, 2025

    Nintendo Switch Club

    Nintendo Switch Club, Fridays, 1:30 –5:45 p.m.: Calling all teen gamers! Join us for an afternoon of fun, friends, and Nintendo Switch action. Whether you’re racing in Mario Kart, smashing it up in Super Smash Bros., or teaming up in Splatoon, we’ve got three in-house Switch consoles and plenty of games to go around. Drop in anytime, no experience needed. Just bring your game face and get ready to level up your Friday!

December 6, 2025
  • December 6, 20259:00 am - 10:30 am • December 6, 2025

    Saturday Morning VolunTeens

    Teens ages 14 and up are invited to join our Saturday Morning VolunTeen Program! Work together with other teens to design and run awesome community events like mini golf in the library, cookie decorating, Movie Saturdays, and more… all through the Teen Room. You’ll also help with cool projects and essential library tasks like shelving, shelf-reading, book displays, and even help with collection development. Earn volunteer hours, build leadership skills, and make the library a better place… all while having fun!

  • December 6, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 6, 2025

    Adult Craft with Kelsie

    Grown-up craft time! Hang out with us in the Highlands Community Room to make your own holiday photo mat, perfect for showcasing your holiday photos. Keep for yourself or make to include with your favorite photo gifts.

    All supplies provided, no registration required. This craft is intended for ages 16 and up.

    Email with questions: tplgallery@topshamlibrary.org

  • December 6, 20252:00 pm - 3:00 pm • December 6, 2025

    Death Cafe: Eat Cake, Talk Death, Live Better

    Martha Hill will host. At a Death Cafe, people gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. Our objective is to increase awareness of death with a view of helping people make the most of their finite lives. This is a small group discussion with no agenda, objectives, or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief or counseling session. The cafe is an accessible, respectful, and confidential space. We hope you will join us.

December 8, 2025
  • December 8, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 8, 2025

    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.

December 9, 2025
  • December 9, 20251:00 pm - 3:00 pm • December 9, 2025

    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.

  • December 9, 20253:00 pm - 3:45 pm • December 9, 2025

    Preschool Art

    Designed for 3-5 year olds, we will learn about different kinds of art and try out different art styles and supplies. Caregivers are requested to stay nearby, in case your preschooler needs assistance. 

  • December 9, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm • December 9, 2025

    Kids Art Club (ages 7 - 12)

    Calling young art lovers! This club is designed for 7-12year olds and will allow young artists to experiment and learn about different art styles and try out new forms of arts and crafts. Weekly from 4-5 on Tuesdays. 

  • December 9, 20255:00 pm - 5:45 pm • December 9, 2025

    Young Critics

    Young Critics is a book discussion group for 4th and 5th grade students, and is the perfect combination of eating pizza and talking about books!  We supply books and pizza, you supply your opinions! Sign up required.

December 10, 2025
  • December 10, 202510:30 am - 11:30 am • December 10, 2025

    Storytime with Santa

    Come to a special storytime with Miss Mariah, meet Santa, and have a tasty holiday treat!  Don’t forget to bring your camera!

    Today also begins our Santa Reads program. Sponsored by Priority Real Estate Group, we will have a book giveaway in the children’s area of the library with a mix of books from board books up to chapter books! Limit one book per child, while supplies last. Ends on December 31.

  • December 10, 202512:00 pm - 1:30 pm • December 10, 2025

    Memoir Writing for Beginners

    This class will focus on just getting down the story!  Learn how to access your stories which you’d like to pen. No writing experience required. Instructor: Regina Strongheart, author of When My Mother Was a Mountain. Class size is limited to 5. 2 people needed to run. Class will run for 3 consecutive sessions on Wednesdays. To register, email emma@topshamlibrary.org  or call 725-1727. Must register by December 2, at 6pm.

  • December 10, 202512:30 pm - 2:30 pm • December 10, 2025

    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. 

  • December 10, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm • December 10, 2025

    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.

December 11, 2025
  • December 11, 202510:30 am - 11:00 am • December 11, 2025

    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! 

  • December 11, 202511:15 am - 12:00 pm • December 11, 2025

    Toddler Craft

    The two-year-olds are in charge at this art and craft time designed to let their imaginations run wild. Some sessions will consist of different art supplies to try in free-form play, while some sessions will have a more structured activity. This program starts right after Music & Rhyme time each week. 

  • December 11, 202510:00 am - 10:20 am • December 11, 2025

    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.

  • December 11, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 11, 2025

    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.

  • December 11, 20253:00 pm - 4:30 pm • December 11, 2025

    Drop-in Legos

    Come build a brick masterpiece with our Lego collection! Ages 4 and up with a grownup!

  • December 11, 20255:00 pm - 5:45 pm • December 11, 2025

    Tween Reads

    Do you like to read books? Do you like to eat pizza? Join Tween Reads! Tween Reads is a book discussion group for grades 6-8. We supply the books and the pizza, you bring your opinions! Signup required.

  • December 11, 20256:00 pm - 7:30 pm • December 11, 2025

    Artist Reception: Shanna McNair

    Shanna McNair: Art show reception and reading from her illustrated debut literary novel Soul Retrieval . Shanna is our featured artist in the Community Room for the month of December.

December 12, 2025
  • December 12, 20253:30 pm - 4:00 pm • December 12, 2025

    Teen Button Making Drop-In

    Drop by and get creative! Teens are invited to design and press their own custom buttons every Friday afternoon. Whether you're into art, activism, or just want to make something cool for your backpack, this quick, fun session is the perfect way to kick off the weekend. All supplies provided. No registration needed, just show up!

  • December 12, 20251:30 pm - 5:45 pm • December 12, 2025

    Nintendo Switch Club

    Nintendo Switch Club, Fridays, 1:30 –5:45 p.m.: Calling all teen gamers! Join us for an afternoon of fun, friends, and Nintendo Switch action. Whether you’re racing in Mario Kart, smashing it up in Super Smash Bros., or teaming up in Splatoon, we’ve got three in-house Switch consoles and plenty of games to go around. Drop in anytime, no experience needed. Just bring your game face and get ready to level up your Friday!

December 13, 2025
  • December 13, 20259:00 am - 10:30 am • December 13, 2025

    Saturday Morning VolunTeens

    Teens ages 14 and up are invited to join our Saturday Morning VolunTeen Program! Work together with other teens to design and run awesome community events like mini golf in the library, cookie decorating, Movie Saturdays, and more… all through the Teen Room. You’ll also help with cool projects and essential library tasks like shelving, shelf-reading, book displays, and even help with collection development. Earn volunteer hours, build leadership skills, and make the library a better place… all while having fun!

  • December 13, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 13, 2025

    Great Books Discussion

    Great Books meets once a month on the second Saturday. We are ALWAYS looking for new members! For more information email emma@topshamlibrary.org.

  • December 13, 20251:00 pm - 4:00 pm • December 13, 2025

    Laurel and Hardy Double Feature with Peter Hanrahan

    The ultimate Laurel and Hardy fan, Peter will host this movie madness starring his favorite comedians. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy are considered among the best comedy teams of all time, and the program will feature two of their most acclaimed films. Big Business is a a 1929 silent short film portraying Stan and Ollie as Christmas Tree salesmen. Sons of the Desert followed five years later, and is considered one of Laurel and Hardy’s finest films. Kids of all ages will enjoy this free presentation.  Popcorn and refreshments will be served.

December 15, 2025
  • December 15, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 15, 2025

    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.

  • December 15, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm • December 15, 2025

    Teen Art Hangout: Sketch & Snack

    Calling all teen artists, doodlers, comic book lovers, and manga fans! Join us for a creative hangout where you can draw, design, and share your art in a fun, relaxed space. We’ll have supplies, snacks, and good vibes, plus a mini gallery to display your work in our teen room! Whether you're into sketching superheroes, crafting kawaii characters, or just love to doodle, this is your space to create and connect.

December 16, 2025
  • December 16, 20251:00 pm - 3:00 pm • December 16, 2025

    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.

  • December 16, 20253:00 pm - 3:45 pm • December 16, 2025

    Preschool Art

    Designed for 3-5 year olds, we will learn about different kinds of art and try out different art styles and supplies. Caregivers are requested to stay nearby, in case your preschooler needs assistance. 

  • December 16, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm • December 16, 2025

    Kids Art Club (ages 7 - 12)

    Calling young art lovers! This club is designed for 7-12year olds and will allow young artists to experiment and learn about different art styles and try out new forms of arts and crafts. Weekly from 4-5 on Tuesdays. 

December 17, 2025
  • December 17, 202510:30 am - 11:15 am • December 17, 2025

    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.

  • December 17, 202512:00 pm - 1:30 pm • December 17, 2025

    Memoir Writing for Beginners

    This class will focus on just getting down the story!  Learn how to access your stories which you’d like to pen. No writing experience required. Instructor: Regina Strongheart, author of When My Mother Was a Mountain. Class size is limited to 5. 2 people needed to run. Class will run for 3 consecutive sessions on Wednesdays. To register, email emma@topshamlibrary.org  or call 725-1727. Must register by December 2, at 6pm.

  • December 17, 202512:30 pm - 2:30 pm • December 17, 2025

    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. 

  • December 17, 20255:00 pm - 5:45 pm • December 17, 2025

    For the Love of Books: Teen Romance Book Club

    Celebrate the season with twelve swoon-worthy holiday stories from some of the biggest names in YA fiction, including Rainbow Rowell, Jenny Han, and David Levithan. My True Love Gave to Me is a cozy collection filled with festive first loves, magical moments, and wintery what-ifs. Whether you’re into meet-cutes, snowflake kisses, or stories that warm your heart like hot cocoa, there’s something here for every reader.

    Perfect for December’s busy schedule, read a few or read them all!
    For teens ages 12-19. Stop by the library to interlibrary loan your copy and join the fun!

  • December 17, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm • December 17, 2025

    Trustees Meeting

    All Trustees meetings are open to the public.

December 18, 2025
  • December 18, 202510:30 am - 11:00 am • December 18, 2025

    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! 

  • December 18, 202510:00 am - 10:20 am • December 18, 2025

    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.

  • December 18, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 18, 2025

    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.

  • December 18, 202511:15 am - 12:00 pm • December 18, 2025

    Toddler Craft

    The two-year-olds are in charge at this art and craft time designed to let their imaginations run wild. Some sessions will consist of different art supplies to try in free-form play, while some sessions will have a more structured activity. This program starts right after Music & Rhyme time each week. 

  • December 18, 20253:00 pm - 4:30 pm • December 18, 2025

    Drop-in Legos

    Come build a brick masterpiece with our Lego collection! Ages 4 and up with a grownup!

  • December 18, 20256:00 pm - 7:00 pm • December 18, 2025

    Rare Reads Book Discussion

    Rare Reads book group meets every third Thursday at 6pm. This month's book is Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan. If you would like to join, please email emma@topshamlibrary.org.

December 19, 2025
  • December 19, 20253:30 pm - 4:00 pm • December 19, 2025

    Teen Button Making Drop-In

    Drop by and get creative! Teens are invited to design and press their own custom buttons every Friday afternoon. Whether you're into art, activism, or just want to make something cool for your backpack, this quick, fun session is the perfect way to kick off the weekend. All supplies provided. No registration needed, just show up!

  • December 19, 20251:30 pm - 5:45 pm • December 19, 2025

    Nintendo Switch Club

    Nintendo Switch Club, Fridays, 1:30 –5:45 p.m.: Calling all teen gamers! Join us for an afternoon of fun, friends, and Nintendo Switch action. Whether you’re racing in Mario Kart, smashing it up in Super Smash Bros., or teaming up in Splatoon, we’ve got three in-house Switch consoles and plenty of games to go around. Drop in anytime, no experience needed. Just bring your game face and get ready to level up your Friday!

December 20, 2025
  • December 20, 20259:00 am - 10:30 am • December 20, 2025

    Saturday Morning VolunTeens

    Teens ages 14 and up are invited to join our Saturday Morning VolunTeen Program! Work together with other teens to design and run awesome community events like mini golf in the library, cookie decorating, Movie Saturdays, and more… all through the Teen Room. You’ll also help with cool projects and essential library tasks like shelving, shelf-reading, book displays, and even help with collection development. Earn volunteer hours, build leadership skills, and make the library a better place… all while having fun!

  • December 20, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 20, 2025

    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!

  • December 20, 202512:15 pm - 1:15 pm • December 20, 2025

    Cookie Decorating & Hot Cocoa

    Celebrate the season with cookies, cocoa, and creativity! Join us to decorate delicious holiday sugar cookies and gingerbread cookies. Enjoy a warm cup of hot cocoa while you create your edible masterpiece! The hot cocoa bar will be epic! Led by our amazing VolunTeens!

    This program is open to all ages, but space is limited to the first 20 participants who sign up at the Circulation Desk.

December 22, 2025
  • December 22, 202510:00 am - 4:00 pm • December 22, 2025

    Kids Drop-in Crafting

    Various craft materials will be set up for gift-making.  While supplies last! Designed for ages 4 and up, but open to everyone with adult supervision.

  • December 22, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 22, 2025

    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.

December 23, 2025
  • December 23, 20251:00 pm - 3:00 pm • December 23, 2025

    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.

  • December 23, 20253:00 pm - 3:45 pm • December 23, 2025

    Preschool Art

    Designed for 3-5 year olds, we will learn about different kinds of art and try out different art styles and supplies. Caregivers are requested to stay nearby, in case your preschooler needs assistance. 

  • December 23, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm • December 23, 2025

    Kids Art Club (ages 7 - 12)

    Calling young art lovers! This club is designed for 7-12year olds and will allow young artists to experiment and learn about different art styles and try out new forms of arts and crafts. Weekly from 4-5 on Tuesdays. 

  • December 23, 20256:00 pm - 7:00 pm • December 23, 2025

    CANCELLED Brunswick Land Trust/CREA

    Join Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust on the fourth Tuesday of every month for the CREA Speaker Series, highlighting environmental topics connecting people to nature. Confirmed topics and speakers are still in the works, you can visit www.btlt.org/events to learn more.

  • December 23, 20256:00 pm - 7:00 pm • December 23, 2025

    PJ Movie Night: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

    A Holiday classic! A misfit reindeer and his friends look for a place that will accept them. Running Time: 52 Minutes. Recommended ages 3 and up, but all are welcome! Wear your PJs and bring pillows and blankets for extra coziness!  Popcorn will be served.

December 24, 2025
  • December 24, 202510:00 am - 10:30 am • December 24, 2025

    Closing at 3pm for Christmas Eve

  • December 24, 202510:30 am - 11:15 am • December 24, 2025

    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.

  • December 24, 202512:30 pm - 2:30 pm • December 24, 2025

    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. 

December 25, 2025
  • December 25, 202512:00 am - 11:59 pm • December 25, 2025

    Closed Christmas Day

December 26, 2025
  • December 26, 20253:30 pm - 4:00 pm • December 26, 2025

    Teen Button Making Drop-In

    Drop by and get creative! Teens are invited to design and press their own custom buttons every Friday afternoon. Whether you're into art, activism, or just want to make something cool for your backpack, this quick, fun session is the perfect way to kick off the weekend. All supplies provided. No registration needed, just show up!

  • December 26, 20251:30 pm - 5:45 pm • December 26, 2025

    Nintendo Switch Club

    Nintendo Switch Club, Fridays, 1:30 –5:45 p.m.: Calling all teen gamers! Join us for an afternoon of fun, friends, and Nintendo Switch action. Whether you’re racing in Mario Kart, smashing it up in Super Smash Bros., or teaming up in Splatoon, we’ve got three in-house Switch consoles and plenty of games to go around. Drop in anytime, no experience needed. Just bring your game face and get ready to level up your Friday!

December 27, 2025
  • December 27, 20259:00 am - 10:30 am • December 27, 2025

    Saturday Morning VolunTeens

    Teens ages 14 and up are invited to join our Saturday Morning VolunTeen Program! Work together with other teens to design and run awesome community events like mini golf in the library, cookie decorating, Movie Saturdays, and more… all through the Teen Room. You’ll also help with cool projects and essential library tasks like shelving, shelf-reading, book displays, and even help with collection development. Earn volunteer hours, build leadership skills, and make the library a better place… all while having fun!

December 29, 2025
  • December 29, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm • December 29, 2025

    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.

December 30, 2025
  • December 30, 20251:00 pm - 3:00 pm • December 30, 2025

    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.

  • December 30, 20253:00 pm - 3:45 pm • December 30, 2025

    Preschool Art

    Designed for 3-5 year olds, we will learn about different kinds of art and try out different art styles and supplies. Caregivers are requested to stay nearby, in case your preschooler needs assistance. 

  • December 30, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm • December 30, 2025

    Kids Art Club (ages 7 - 12)

    Calling young art lovers! This club is designed for 7-12year olds and will allow young artists to experiment and learn about different art styles and try out new forms of arts and crafts. Weekly from 4-5 on Tuesdays. 

December 31, 2025
  • December 31, 202510:30 am - 11:15 am • December 31, 2025

    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.

  • December 31, 202512:30 pm - 2:30 pm • December 31, 2025

    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. 

  • December 31, 202512:00 am - 11:59 pm • December 31, 2025

    Library closes at 3 p.m. for New Year's Eve

January 1, 2026
  • January 1, 202612:00 am - 11:59 pm • January 1, 2026

    Closed New Year's Day

January 2, 2026
  • January 2, 20269:30 am - 10:30 am • January 2, 2026

    Coffee Klatsch with Katherine

    Join our director for a cup of joe on the first Friday of every month in our Crooker Gallery space. There is no set topic or subject, just general conversation over a warm beverage. Connect with fellow community members and socialize in a relaxed atmosphere. 

    Free coffee and  tea provided!

  • January 2, 20261:30 pm - 5:45 pm • January 2, 2026

    Nintendo Switch Club

    Nintendo Switch Club, Fridays, 1:30 –5:45 p.m.: Calling all teen gamers! Join us for an afternoon of fun, friends, and Nintendo Switch action. Whether you’re racing in Mario Kart, smashing it up in Super Smash Bros., or teaming up in Splatoon, we’ve got three in-house Switch consoles and plenty of games to go around. Drop in anytime, no experience needed. Just bring your game face and get ready to level up your Friday!

January 3, 2026
  • January 3, 20269:00 am - 10:30 am • January 3, 2026

    Saturday Morning VolunTeens

  • January 3, 202612:00 am - 11:59 pm • January 3, 2026

    Joy of Art Registration Ends