Literature

Martha White (granddaughter of E.B. White) and Melissa Sweet
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Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to meet Martha White and Melissa Sweet on Tuesday, Sept. 1, at 7 p.m., to celebrate that day’s release of…

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On Wednesday, Aug. 19, at 7 p.m., Blue Raven Gallery (374 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841) will present acclaimed poet Kim Addonizio and…

Tess Gerritsen

TENANTS HARBOR — "Local mystery fans and aspiring writers have a special opportunity to meet a master of suspense next week," said Jackson Memorial…

celebrating America's 250th Anniversary through free book exchange
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To promote one of the pillars of its organization's mission, the Penobscot Expedition Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) has donated 25 copies…

camden librarian, local astronomer, Central Maine Astronomical Society
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ROCKPORT — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust, the Camden Public Library and the Central Maine Astronomical Society "for a magical evening under the stars,"…

their craft, conceiving plot lines, and what's next for their characters
Tess Gerritsen

Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to a free talk and booksigning by Maine authors Tess Gerritsen and Paul Doiron on Tuesday, Aug. 25, at 7 p.m. The event will take place at…

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Hot? Enjoy the "dog" days of summer with the Rockland Poetry Peers on Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 6 p.m., in Rockland Public Library’s Community Room.…

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The Owls Head Village Library will host its Annual Bake Sale on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (or until sold out), at 31 South Shore Drive, Owls Head.

"Everybody Loves Pirates"
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Join the Carver Memorial Library on Saturday, Aug. 15, at 1:30 p.m., as Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers presents "Everybody Loves Pirates". This show will be held at…
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On Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m., join the Thomaston Historical Society at the Federated Church as Sandra L. Hoekstra brings Thomaston's Revolutionary transformation to life. 

"Discover…

'In the Rooms: A Therapist’s Guide to Getting and Staying Sober'
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Mary Cee, a practicing Marriage and Family Therapist for over two decades and a recovering alcoholic, will present on her book, In the Rooms: A Therapist’s Guide…

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Quarry Hill will host novelist Isabel Tutaine for a free presentation on Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 3 p.m., at the Anderson Inn.
 
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storybook circle, scavenger hunt, arts and crafts project
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SEARSMONT — Children and families are invited to participate in SEED, a project by artist Lihua Lei Farley inspired by the St. George River.

With Georges River Land Trust, Lihua Lei Farley…

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The Rockport Public Library is throwing a farewell party on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 1 p.m., to wrap up "All the World’s a Stage" Summer Reading Program. 
music by Castlebay
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A 'Fairy Lawn Party' will be held Friday, Aug. 7, from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., at Rockland Public Library, 80 Union St., Rockland.
 
"All…
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ROCKPORT — Let your shoes fly to the Rockport Opera House for a Flying Shoes dance, now scheduled every second Sunday of the month. A unique cultural tradition, this intergenerational and chem-…

What he uncovers will pull him into a conspiracy that decides elections before a single vote is cast
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Author Harold Greene will present a talk on his new book, The Architects of Control, on Thursday,…

A September Celebration of Midcoast Poetry
Poet Sarah D Oktay. Courtesy photo

New monthly series, library programs, and Common Ground Country Fair appearances highlight a growing literary community.

The Waldoboro Public Library launches its new Poet's Corner this…

Writers on Fiction's Most Elusive Form
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ROCKLAND — What exactly is a novella? How does it differ from a short story or a novel, and why has the form produced some of literature's most enduring works?

Those questions will be at…

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Poet Kathleen Ellis hosts a poetry reading, Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 3 p.m., at the Rockland Public Library. P…

community tag sale, vintage and makers market
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The Friends of Rockland Public Library (FRPL) will hold an Open Air Market on Saturday, July 25, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., on the…

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In anticipation of the Waldo County ticketed viewing of the Dunlap Broadside of the Declaration of Independence, August 13-15, the Belfast Free…

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Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to hear Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Russo on Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 7 p.m. Russo will be celebrating the previous day’s release…

in conversation with Maine author Kathryn Miles
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Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to a talk and book signing by Cara Benson on Tuesday, Aug. 4, at 7 p.m., at the bookshop. Benson will be discussing her new memoir,…

Art, Poetry, and Bird Talk
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Local Color Gallery will host a reading by Alice Hotopp, author of Atlas of Kinship: Stories of Connection between Seabirds, People & Place, and Leslie…

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Jackson Memorial Library will host its annual community celebration and book sale on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event features "a massive book…

three trailblazing reporters and their roles in transforming journalism
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Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to a July 28 talk and book signing by Julia Cooke who will be discussing her new triple biography, 

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Poet/musician Dave Morrison is hosting a Summer Poetry Happy Hour on Thursday, July 9, from 5 - 6 p.m., at 40 Paper restaurant (40 Washington Street, Camden).…
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All are invited to meet bestselling author/illustrator Peter Brown, Friday, July 17, from 3 - 4 p.m., at Rockland Public Library. Brown’s presentation will explore…
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Cushing resident Ellen Goldsmith reads, writes and teaches poetry, all with equal enthusiasm, according to a Cushing Public Library news release. She will share…

Maine Humanities Council
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Jefferson Navicky will be the guest speaker at the Wessaweskeag Historical Society monthly meeting and potluck, July 9, in South Thomaston.

'a luminous story of hard-earned wisdom'
Marilyn Moss Rockefeller

Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to a special conversation between two well-known Maine writers, Marilyn Rockefeller and Susan Conley, on Wednesday, July 22, at 7 p.m., at…

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Gibbs Library in Washington, Maine, will hold its Summer Book Sale on Saturday, July 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Bryant Room. 

Friday, July 3
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Andrea Boff presents her illustrations for the children’s book Do You See What I See? at an opening celebration and book…

Saturday, July 11

In partnership with the National Park Service, the Frances Perkins Center (478 River Road, Newcastle) will be hosting a special afternoon for families to learn about and…

engage and reflect on the words in the Constitutional amendments
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In celebration of our country’s 250th and knowing your rights, Camden Public Library is hosting a week-long drop-in experience called “Copy That!” in which the…
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Poets David Baker and Page Starzinger will read from their work on Wednesday,…

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Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to a talk and book signing by writer Cassandra Neyenesch on Thursday, July 16, at 7 p.m., at the bookshop, to celebrate the release of…

kickoff party July 14
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Rockport Public Library invites young patrons to participate in the annual Summer Reading program. This year’s theme is inspired by a line from William Shakespeare’s…
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Author Liz Drury will hold a children's storyhour and crafts at Hope Library on the second Saturday of July, Aug, and Sept., from 10 - 11 a.m.

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The Belfast Free Library Summer Reading program, "Plant a Seed, Read!", presents a free family magic show starring…

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"Readers can drop in, pick a book and pick a certified therapy dog and READ!" said Belfast Free Library, in a news release. "Reading to a dog…

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Belfast Free Library hosts four July Friday storytimes in Belfast City Park near the playground, Fridays July 10, 17, 24, and 31, at 10 a.m.

starting later this week, vehicle access to the library will be via Union and Beech streets
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Due to water main replacement on Maple Street, the Rockland Public Library will be without water on Monday, June 29, and…

reimagining the true story of sisters who married conjoined twins
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Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to hear New York Times bestselling author Christina Baker Kline on Thursday, July 9, at 7 p.m. Kline will be discussing her new novel,…

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Rockland's Public Services, EMS & Fire Department, and Police Department will be at the Rockland Public Library, July 1, from 2 - 4 p.m., for

Barn Swallow Books
Spotlight Poet Len Geminara. Courtesy of Barn Swallow Books

There is something quietly magical about a room full of people listening to poems. For a little while, strangers become neighbors, stories become shared possessions, and the world seems both…

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On Tuesday, June 23, at 1 p.m., the Rockport Public Library will host a presentation by renowned MIT Engineering Professor Lorna Gibson. She will introduce her new…