To celebrate the end of summer reading, Rockland Public Library will have bubbles, water relays, toss games, chalk, and more at its Library Lawn Party, Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. The…
Literature
journalist and author of 'We Refuse to Forget: A True Story of Black Creeks, American Identity, and Power'
Barnswallow Books will host Caleb Gayle for a reading, talk, and signing Thursday, Aug. 7, at the barn (166 Russell Ave, Rockport). The talk will begin at 5 p.m., and a…
staff writer at The New Yorker
The 2025 Pascal Hall Authors Series welcomes its third author, Patrick Redden Keefe, August 6, 2025, at Pascal Hall, 86 Pascal Ave., Rockport, ME 04856. Cocktails will be served from 5-5:30 p.m.,…
Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to two author talks and signings the week of August 18.
The first event, on Monday, August 18, at 6:30 p.m., features Michael Koryta…
Appleton Library will hold an unofficial Cubing Competition, Saturday, Aug. 2, at 10:30 a.m.
Do you like to complete Rubik's cube? How fast are you?
Bring your…
Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to meet science and environmental journalist Laura Poppick on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 6:30 p.m., when she celebrates her just-released new…
On Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 5 p.m., Maine author Alice Bingham Gorman will read and discuss her book, Daffodils in…
submissions being accepted for the 20th 'What Brings You Joy' edition
Since 2006, island writers and artists have come together to share their work in The Island Reader,…
life in a small Aroostook County town
Maine author Shannon Bowring will open a window into the ebb and flow of life in a small town on Sunday, Aug. 3, at 2 p.m., at the Thomaston Public Library. This collaborative community event, co-…
On Saturday, Aug. 2, at 10:30 a.m., the Jackson Memorial Library, in Tenants Harbor, will host “Annie Higbee: The Hummingbird & the Narwhal,” a reading and…
Friends of Rockland Public Library annual meeting will be held Tuesday, Aug. 19, at 3:30 p.m., in the Community Room of the Library. All members and those interested in…
building homes in a wilderness while facing challenges of two wars of independence
The Lady Knox Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will present their newly published non-fiction book, Fighting for Freedom, Fighting for Survival…
self identity and science writing
Left Bank Books in downtown Belfast invites the public to two author talks and signings the week of August 4.
The first event, Monday, Aug. 4, at 6:30 p.m., features Alix Morris and Kathryn…
some fled to the water, others followed behind a bulldozer along the causeway
On Sunday, July 27, at 2 p.m., the Stockton Springs Community Library presents author and historian Mac Smith as he introduces his new book and talks…
two families in Portland, Maine in the turbulent 1800s
The Rockland Public Library presents Carol Gardner, Thursday, July 31, at 6:30 p.m. This event is free and open to all.
Carol Gardner will offer a talk based on her…
Kwame Dawes (Poet Laureate of Jamaica) and Julia Bouwsma (Poet Laureate of Maine) will read from their work, …
New York Times bestselling author/illustrator Peter Brown will be at Rockport Public Library, Tuesday, July 29, at 1 p.m. Brown’s presentation will explore and demonstrate his process of writing…
music, service dogs in training, fire truck, kids activities, and more
The 35th Annual Searsmont Town Library Book & Bake Sale will be held this Saturday, July 19, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., rain or shine, in the Searsmont Community…
introducing the complexities of her latest thriller
Acclaimed author Tess Gerritsen continues the exploits of the Martini Club, a seemingly ordinary group of retirees who are not quite who they seem to be.
Gerritsen introduces the…
five decades of immersion in Indian culture, beginning with his arrival on his twentieth birthday
Acclaimed art historian and author Stephen P. Huyler will present his new memoir, …
fundraiser culminates with a small reception, Aug. 3
The Camden Public Library announces Art in the Stacks, a new summer fundraiser based on Camden on Canvas with a fresh look and feel. Art in the Stacks is a silent auction, held from July 20 to…
Wednesday, July 23, from 2 - 4 p.m., Rockland's Public Services, EMS & Fire Department, and Police Department will be treating Rockland Public Library to a meet and greet with their cars,…
Thursday, July 24, at 6 p.m., at Rockland Public Library, Susan Bregman will share the stories behind familiar New England treats from…
The Camden Public Library continues its Millay Society Author Series with a special Author Teatime and Discussion featuring acclaimed food writer Annabelle Tometich and author/…
Maine’s lost, quirky, and hidden aspects
Quarry Hill is collaborating with Camden Public Library in welcoming author Michael Burke to discuss his collection of essays, The Art of the Myth. Burke…
Gibbs Library is holding its Summer Book Sale on Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
"An assortment of books of every genre will be available to…
Gibbs Library Reading Series: Maine Poets and Writers
Gibbs Library will host Maine writers Jefferson Navicky and Ian Ludders on Saturday, July 26, at 2 p.m., in the Bryant Room. Navicky and Ludders…
Silent Art Auction, Raffle, Treasure Sale, Puzzle Sale, Bake Sale
On Saturday, July 19, the Jackson Memorial Library in Tenants Harbor will hold its annual book fair from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The fair will include a book sale, silent…
Artist Colin Page has released his debut book, Object Narrative — a celebration of still life painting that…
a few familiar names are Robbins, Spear, Ulmer, Keen, Woster
The public is invited to the next meeting of Hope Historical Society, which will be held July 15, 2025. There will be a brief business meeting at 6:30 p.m.,…
Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to a free talk and book signing by writer Jessica Berger Gross on Friday, July 18, at 6:30 p.m., at the bookshop to celebrate the release…
Maine author Dave Morrison will be signing copies of his poetry collections, Sunday, July 13, from 1 - 3 p.m., at the Tiny Bookshop in Rockport. The Tiny Bookshop is the Midcoast's newest (…
'Air Cake and Other Summery Occupations'
A unique musical story creation for families, “Air Cake and Other Summery Occupations” with Catharine Cary and percussionist Andrea Re, will be…
Camden Public Library welcomes New York Times bestselling author Jessica Shattuck for a book talk on her latest title, Last…
relatively poor Madeleine Force met Colonel Astor, the third richest man in the United States
SEARSPORT — "The story of Madeleine and Colonel John Jacob Astor is very much part of the story of Bar Harbor, Maine," said Carver Memorial Library, in a news release.…
kickoff party, guest chef, yoga, crafts, light show, best-selling author
Rockport Public Library invites young patrons to participate in the annual Summer Reading program. This year’s theme is inspired by a quote attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, “…
The Rockland Public Library and the Midcoast Poetry Calendar present a poetry reading, Thursday, July 10, at 6 p.m., in the Reading Room. This event is free and open to all.…
Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to an evening of conversation with Sam Sifton and A.O. (Tony) Scott, two writers for the New York Times, on Monday, July 14, at 6:30 p.m.…
emotional depth shaped by Southern roots and coastal Maine life
Local author Shannon DalPozzal shares stories behind her best-selling memoir, Of a Woman: The Journey to Becoming, Thursday, July 10, at 6:30 p.m., at the…
Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to stop by the shop on Tuesday, July 8, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., to meet Tim Cotton, who will be signing copies of his fourth collection…
recent release of 'Murder in the Dollhouse: The Jennifer Dulos Story'
Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to a free talk by New York Times bestselling author Rich Cohen on Wednesday, July 2, at 6:30 p.m., at the bookshop. The event celebrates…
Free and Open to the Public
Poets Garrett Hongo and Lauren K. Watel will be reading their poetry for the first event of the 2025 season of Blue Raven Gallery's Poetry Reading Series, …
Started by two Midcoast authors
MIDCOAST—Maine authors, particularly those who would rather write than wear a sales and marketing hat, are finding community and collaboration with a new authors' collective called No Shelf-…
Readers can drop in, pick a book and pick a certified therapy dog and read.
"Reading to a dog has been proven to increase reading fluency and…
Ages 4 – 10 are invited to Rockland Public Library to engage their body, mind, and sense of play with Portland Stage's Play Me a Story, Wednesday, June 25, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.
Enjoy a…
Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to an evening of conversation with New York Times best-selling authors Thomas E. Ricks and Tess Gerritsen on Tuesday, June 24, at 6:30 p.m…
firefights in Rockland Harbor, a standoff in Camden
The Lady Knox Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution in partnership with the Thomaston Historical Society and the Knox Museum will present their newly published non-fiction book,…
Join the Carver Memorial Library for the start of its summer reading program with a Bubble Party Kickoff on Friday, June 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There will be lawn…
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Owls Head Transportation Museum, Maine State Parks, Boothbay Railway Village, Maine Maritime Museum
The Rockland Public Library is offering passes for their adult cardholders to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Owls Head Transportation Museum, Maine State Parks…
applicants from across the country submitted works
Millay House Rockland has announced the winners of its Writer-in-Residence spots for 2025-2026.
Joanna Young, a poet from Searsport, Maine…
