- March 21, 2023
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Outdoor Fun
We will do a different fun activity every week! Activities could include an art experience, stories, movement activities, etc. Please dress for the weather! Designed for ages 2-6
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Intro to Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that improves muscular strength, flexibility and balance. It is a great exercise for anyone, but is especially good for Seniors. Its slow, continuous, smooth-flowing motion imparts a meditative quality to the practice. Jackie Cressy, a certified instructor in Sun style Tai Chi, will lead you through the easily-learned forms and will provide materials to help you practice on your own.The program runs for 8 weeks. Registration is required. Needs 4 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library.
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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 Readers Roundtable
Join us for some mystery and mayhem as we gather to discuss fictional crime novels, with an occasional true crime thrown in. If you would like to join, call 725-1727 or email tplinfo@topshamlibrary.org.
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Tween Talk
Calling all 6th, 7th, & 8th Graders! Join us for Tween Talk! We meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 5pm, October through May, to discuss great books and eat pizza! Copies of the books are available at the library. Tween Reads is facilitated by Mariah & Cyndi! Registration is required so we know how much pizza to buy! For more information or to register call 725-1727 or email cyndi@topshamlibrary.org.
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Writing Fiction Class with Candace Guerette - Class is Full
Join Candace Guerette, 2019’s Joy of the Pen fiction winner, for a 6-week writing course using Writing Fiction: A Guide to Narrative Craft by Janet Burroway. Learn about “showing not telling,” plot, characterization, point of view, and more! Suitable for absolute beginners or those who want to hone their craft. Participants are asked to read the prologue and first chapter before the first meeting. Copies of the book will be available to borrow and must be picked up before classes begin. Registration is required and limited to 10 people. Needs 3 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library. This class is now at full capacity and will not accept new members.
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- March 22, 2023
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Preschool Storytime
At each themed Storytime we sing songs, dance, and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and of course, read stories! Storytime lasts approximately 30-45 minutes and is designed for preschool children ages 3-5. May be followed by an art project, so wear clothes that can get messy!
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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. Over the winter, the Sharing Table will be inside the library in the Crooker Gallery area.
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Kids' Chorus
We will learn and sing songs together! Designed for ages 6-12
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Trustees Meeting
All Trustees meetings are open to the public.
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- March 23, 2023
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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. We will be inside - please bring a small blanket for your baby to lay or sit on!
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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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- March 25, 2023
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Music in March: Judy Pancoast
Join Grammy-nominated musical artist Judy Pancoast as she serenades us with well-known hits of the sixties, seventies and eighties, including songs from Olivia Newton-John, The Carpenters, Linda Ronstadt, The Beatles, and more. Find out more about Judy at www.judypancoast.com.
The concerts take place in The Highlands Community Room at the library, and are sponsored by the Friends of the Topsham Public Library.
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- March 28, 2023
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Outdoor Fun
We will do a different fun activity every week! Activities could include an art experience, stories, movement activities, etc. Please dress for the weather! Designed for ages 2-6
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Intro to Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that improves muscular strength, flexibility and balance. It is a great exercise for anyone, but is especially good for Seniors. Its slow, continuous, smooth-flowing motion imparts a meditative quality to the practice. Jackie Cressy, a certified instructor in Sun style Tai Chi, will lead you through the easily-learned forms and will provide materials to help you practice on your own. The program runs for 8 weeks. Registration is required. Needs 4 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library.
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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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Writing Fiction Class with Candace Guerette - Class is Full
Join Candace Guerette, 2019’s Joy of the Pen fiction winner, for a 6-week writing course using Writing Fiction: A Guide to Narrative Craft by Janet Burroway. Learn about “showing not telling,” plot, characterization, point of view, and more! Suitable for absolute beginners or those who want to hone their craft. Participants are asked to read the prologue and first chapter before the first meeting. Copies of the book will be available to borrow and must be picked up before classes begin. Registration is required and limited to 10 people. Needs 3 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library. This class is now at full capacity and will not accept new members.
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- March 29, 2023
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Preschool Storytime
At each themed Storytime we sing songs, dance, and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and of course, read stories! Storytime lasts approximately 30-45 minutes and is designed for preschool children ages 3-5. May be followed by an art project, so wear clothes that can get messy!
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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. Over the winter, the Sharing Table will be inside the library in the Crooker Gallery area.
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- March 30, 2023
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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. We will be inside - please bring a small blanket for your baby to lay or sit on!
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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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- March 31, 2023
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Parent/Child Workshop
Join Children’s Librarian Mariah and community professionals from local agencies for a fun and interactive playtime in a room full of toys! The four-week Parent/Child Workshop brings together children and caregivers in a playful and interactive setting. During the workshop, caregivers and children spend quality time together playing and participating in art or sensory exploration. Professionals from local agencies will be on hand to informally chat about topics such as nutrition, play, child development, fitness, behavior, speech, and hearing. The program emphasizes and supports the role of parents as first teachers, facilitates early intervention, and promotes healthy child development and literacy through modeling and referrals to community resources (plus it’s really fun!!) Ages birth – 5,registration required (registration covers all four weeks).
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Family Fancy Dance Party
Wear whatever makes you feel like dancing (costume, fancy outfit, whatever!) and come have a dance party in our big meeting room! Designed for families of all ages.
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- April 1, 2023
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Joy of the Lens Reception
Join us for this celebration of our photographers, as we announce the winners in each category: Color, Black & White, and Karen’s Challenge: Transitions. Refreshments will be served. Coinciding with the Joy of the Lens is the Friends' Photo Lottery. Current Friends’ members, as well as anyone who joins the Friends by April 21, will be entered into the Friends’ Photo Lottery for a chance to win Norma Warden’s photograph, The Weight of Sorrow.
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- April 4, 2023
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Outdoor Fun
We will do a different fun activity every week! Activities could include an art experience, stories, movement activities, etc. Please dress for the weather! Designed for ages 2-6
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Intro to Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that improves muscular strength, flexibility and balance. It is a great exercise for anyone, but is especially good for Seniors. Its slow, continuous, smooth-flowing motion imparts a meditative quality to the practice. Jackie Cressy, a certified instructor in Sun style Tai Chi, will lead you through the easily-learned forms and will provide materials to help you practice on your own. The program runs for 8 weeks. Registration is required. Needs 4 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library.
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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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Writing Fiction Class with Candace Guerette - Class is Full
Join Candace Guerette, 2019’s Joy of the Pen fiction winner, for a 6-week writing course using Writing Fiction: A Guide to Narrative Craft by Janet Burroway. Learn about “showing not telling,” plot, characterization, point of view, and more! Suitable for absolute beginners or those who want to hone their craft. Participants are asked to read the prologue and first chapter before the first meeting. Copies of the book will be available to borrow and must be picked up before classes begin. Registration is required and limited to 10 people. Needs 3 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library. This class is now at full capacity and will not accept new members.
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- April 5, 2023
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Preschool Storytime
At each themed Storytime we sing songs, dance, and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and of course, read stories! Storytime lasts approximately 30-45 minutes and is designed for preschool children ages 3-5. May be followed by an art project, so wear clothes that can get messy!
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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. Over the winter, the Sharing Table will be inside the library in the Crooker Gallery area.
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- April 6, 2023
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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. We will be inside - please bring a small blanket for your baby to lay or sit on!
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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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Genealogy Drop In
Join our volunteer, Karen Richard, for help with your genealogical research. No appointment necessary, but please let Karen know when you arrive, even if she is helping someone. Fifteen minute sessions, longer if no one is waiting.
Every first and third Thursdays 1 – 3pm
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Friends meeting
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- April 7, 2023
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Parent/Child Workshop
Join Children’s Librarian Mariah and community professionals from local agencies for a fun and interactive playtime in a room full of toys! The four-week Parent/Child Workshop brings together children and caregivers in a playful and interactive setting. During the workshop, caregivers and children spend quality time together playing and participating in art or sensory exploration. Professionals from local agencies will be on hand to informally chat about topics such as nutrition, play, child development, fitness, behavior, speech, and hearing. The program emphasizes and supports the role of parents as first teachers, facilitates early intervention, and promotes healthy child development and literacy through modeling and referrals to community resources (plus it’s really fun!!) Ages birth – 5,registration required (registration covers all four weeks).
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- April 8, 2023
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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.
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Rescheduled - Music in March: Seth Gallant
Seth Gallant grew up in a mill town in rural Western Maine to a family that played music on the front porch at almost any occasion. These traditions of folk, country, and Acadian music would shape the songs he would come to create, showcasing a gritty Americana sound that has come to define Gallant’s sound for years. Seth will be joined by midcoast band Rough Sawn.
The concerts take place in The Highlands Community Room at the library, and are sponsored by the Friends of the Topsham Public Library.
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- April 11, 2023
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Outdoor Fun
We will do a different fun activity every week! Activities could include an art experience, stories, movement activities, etc. Please dress for the weather! Designed for ages 2-6
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Intro to Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that improves muscular strength, flexibility and balance. It is a great exercise for anyone, but is especially good for Seniors. Its slow, continuous, smooth-flowing motion imparts a meditative quality to the practice. Jackie Cressy, a certified instructor in Sun style Tai Chi, will lead you through the easily-learned forms and will provide materials to help you practice on your own. The program runs for 8 weeks. Registration is required. Needs 4 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library.
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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 Readers Roundtable
Join us for some mystery and mayhem as we gather to discuss fictional crime novels, with an occasional true crime thrown in. If you would like to join, call 725-1727 or email tplinfo@topshamlibrary.org.
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Young Critics Book Discussion
Young Critics is an ongoing book discussion group for kids in grades 4 and 5. We meet every month from October to May at the library for great books, great conversation, and a pizza dinner! Must be registered to attend!
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Writing Fiction Class with Candace Guerette - Class is Full
Join Candace Guerette, 2019’s Joy of the Pen fiction winner, for a 6-week writing course using Writing Fiction: A Guide to Narrative Craft by Janet Burroway. Learn about “showing not telling,” plot, characterization, point of view, and more! Suitable for absolute beginners or those who want to hone their craft. Participants are asked to read the prologue and first chapter before the first meeting. Copies of the book will be available to borrow and must be picked up before classes begin. Registration is required and limited to 10 people. Needs 3 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library. This class is now at full capacity and will not accept new members.
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- April 12, 2023
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Preschool Storytime
At each themed Storytime we sing songs, dance, and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and of course, read stories! Storytime lasts approximately 30-45 minutes and is designed for preschool children ages 3-5. May be followed by an art project, so wear clothes that can get messy!
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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. Over the winter, the Sharing Table will be inside the library in the Crooker Gallery area.
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Kids' Chorus
We will learn and sing songs together! Designed for ages 6-12.
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- April 13, 2023
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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. We will be inside - please bring a small blanket for your baby to lay or sit on!
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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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CareerCenter Drop-In
Need help with your career? Come meet Rob from the Southern-MidCoast CareerCenter. Maine CareerCenters provide a variety of employment and training services at no charge for Maine workers and businesses. Whether you are looking to improve your job qualifications, explore a different profession, find a new career, or hire an employee, the CareerCenter can help.
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- April 14, 2023
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Parent/Child Workshop
Join Children’s Librarian Mariah and community professionals from local agencies for a fun and interactive playtime in a room full of toys! The four-week Parent/Child Workshop brings together children and caregivers in a playful and interactive setting. During the workshop, caregivers and children spend quality time together playing and participating in art or sensory exploration. Professionals from local agencies will be on hand to informally chat about topics such as nutrition, play, child development, fitness, behavior, speech, and hearing. The program emphasizes and supports the role of parents as first teachers, facilitates early intervention, and promotes healthy child development and literacy through modeling and referrals to community resources (plus it’s really fun!!) Ages birth – 5,registration required (registration covers all four weeks).
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Teens Crafting
Make your own Artbot! Supplies are limited and registration is required by April 11th. Ages 11-18 only. Email cyndi@topshamlibrary.org to register, or call the library.
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Teens REALLY Bad Movie
End your April break with a REALLY bad movie at the library. Join us for the viewing of a yet-to-be-decided film that features a mutant creature of some kind that destroys really bad actors over the course of an hour+ show with no recognizable plot. Popcorn and soda provided. Ages 11-18
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- April 15, 2023
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Stitching Together @ TPL
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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- April 17, 2023
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Teen Week of Art!
Five days with five different art projects. Drop by between 10AM and 2PM (or as long as supplies last) to create. Crafts include; book hedgehog making, drag art, plant pot painting, beaded bookmark, and voodoo doll creation.
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Family Movie: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Teen Miles Morales becomes the Spider-Man of his universe, and must join with five spider-powered individuals from other dimensions to stop a threat for all realities. Rated PG for frenetic sequences of animated action violence, thematic elements, and mild language. Running Time: 1 hour 57 minutes. Recommended ages 9 and up, but all are welcome! Bring pillows and blankets for extra coziness – popcorn will be served!
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- April 18, 2023
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Outdoor Fun
We will do a different fun activity every week! Activities could include an art experience, stories, movement activities, etc. Please dress for the weather! Designed for ages 2-6
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Intro to Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that improves muscular strength, flexibility and balance. It is a great exercise for anyone, but is especially good for Seniors. Its slow, continuous, smooth-flowing motion imparts a meditative quality to the practice. Jackie Cressy, a certified instructor in Sun style Tai Chi, will lead you through the easily-learned forms and will provide materials to help you practice on your own. The program runs for 8 weeks. Registration is required. Needs 4 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library.
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Teen Week of Art!
Five days with five different art projects. Drop by between 10AM and 2PM (or as long as supplies last) to create. Crafts include; book hedgehog making, drag art, plant pot painting, beaded bookmark, and voodoo doll creation.
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Art Lab for Kids
Experiment with different tools and techniques to create unique works of art! Exercises taken from the book “Art Lab for Kids” will encourage participants to explore mixed media and their own creativity! Materials will be provided, Art Lab facilitated by Mariah. Ages 6-13, registration required.
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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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Writing Fiction Class with Candace Guerette - Class is Full
Join Candace Guerette, 2019’s Joy of the Pen fiction winner, for a 6-week writing course using Writing Fiction: A Guide to Narrative Craft by Janet Burroway. Learn about “showing not telling,” plot, characterization, point of view, and more! Suitable for absolute beginners or those who want to hone their craft. Participants are asked to read the prologue and first chapter before the first meeting. Copies of the book will be available to borrow and must be picked up before classes begin. Registration is required and limited to 10 people. Needs 3 people to run. Email emma@topshamlibrary.org, call or register in person at the library. This class is now at full capacity and will not accept new members.
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Tween Talk
Calling all 6th, 7th, & 8th Graders! Join us for Tween Talk! We meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 5pm, October through May, to discuss great books and eat pizza! Copies of the books are available at the library. Tween Reads is facilitated by Mariah & Cyndi! Registration is required so we know how much pizza to buy! For more information or to register call 725-1727 or email cyndi@topshamlibrary.org.
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- April 19, 2023
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Preschool Storytime
At each themed Storytime we sing songs, dance, and play instruments to a guitar accompaniment, participate in action rhymes, and of course, read stories! Storytime lasts approximately 30-45 minutes and is designed for preschool children ages 3-5. May be followed by an art project, so wear clothes that can get messy!
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Teen Week of Art!
Five days with five different art projects. Drop by between 10AM and 2PM (or as long as supplies last) to create. Crafts include; book hedgehog making, drag art, plant pot painting, beaded bookmark, and voodoo doll creation.
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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. Over the winter, the Sharing Table will be inside the library in the Crooker Gallery area.
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Cookie Decorating
Are you a cookie monster? A culinary artist? Both?! Come decorate a cookie and create an edible masterpiece! Ages 3 and up, registration required.
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Trustees Meeting
All Trustees meetings are open to the public.
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- April 20, 2023
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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. We will be inside - please bring a small blanket for your baby to lay or sit on!
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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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Teen Week of Art!
Five days with five different art projects. Drop by between 10AM and 2PM (or as long as supplies last) to create. Crafts include; book hedgehog making, drag art, plant pot painting, beaded bookmark, and voodoo doll creation.
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Genealogy Drop In
Join our volunteer, Karen Richard, for help with your genealogical research. No appointment necessary, but please let Karen know when you arrive, even if she is helping someone. Fifteen minute sessions, longer if no one is waiting.
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Straw Rockets and Paper Plane Workshop
Construct and experiment with different flying objects! Ages 6-12, Registration required.
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