Portland Public Library

🦇 A very Happy Birthday to the Master of Nightmares and Fantastical Dreamscapes—and champion of public libraries—Maine’s own Stephen King! 🎂📚

Explore a selection of his unforgettable works in our collection | 🔗 to list in comments!

💜 At Alzheimer's & Dementia Education Series, led by the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter ,we'll discuss the impact of Alzheimer's and Dementia in your community while providing a basic overview of the diseases, local resources, and ways to take positive action.

Join ZagOn Beauty & Oliveen for Rooted: Teen Skin & Hair Care - 3 weeks of fun, educational self-care workshops for teens! Learn about hair, skin, and healthy personal care habits while celebrating the beauty, pride, and diversity of our community.

🎨 Call for Artists! Have Your Work Be Part of the Show!

As part of the Lewis Gallery show ILLUSTRASAURUS, we’re excited to showcase community-created artwork in the Camden National Bank Community Gallery!

🦖 We’ve set up a Dinosaur Drawing Station at your favorite branch, where artists of all ages will find everything needed to create prehistoric masterpieces. Leave your finished piece to be featured in the gallery for the duration of the show or take it home.

Toby Rzepka, a luthier in Portland, made both guitars that were played by Sam Wilson and Paul Kneller!

🎶 Thanks to our partnership with Portland Conservatory of Music, the Noonday Concert Series provides free access to live performances by Maine’s most talented musicians.

🐝 At Buzz on Maine's Pollinators, Dr. Katie Burns will introduce us to Maine's native, wild pollinators and teach us how to support these important critters - even without a yard or a garden!

🎶 Treat yourself to today's Noonday Concert - Sam Wilson & Paul Kneller!

In partnership with Portland Conservatory of Music Sam Wilson & Paul Kneller performing Baroque and Romantic works for two guitars, featuring music by Scarlatti, Gismonti, Albinoni, Rameau, and Granados.

https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/noonday-concert-hold-11334

💙 September is Su***de Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness about mental health, recognize warning signs, and share lifesaving resources.

💙 If you or someone you know is going through a difficult time or experiencing thoughts of su***de, help is available 24/7.

📞 Call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. You are not alone. Reaching out can make a difference.

https://ppl-dirigo.na5.iiivega.com/library-list/list/60df6035-5261-471f-b15d-d44f96676f35

📣Reminder! On Saturday, September 19th, you can use your library card to access participating Maine state parks free of charge!

🌲🎒 Simply show your Maine library card at the entrance to any participating Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry state park and enjoy a day of hiking, picnicking or reading in Maine's beautiful state parks. Thank you Maine State Library!

Get Details: https://www.maine.gov/msl/libs/documents/State_Parks_Library_Free_Day_09-19-26_Press_Release.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawUVDSlwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMU5tWHQ4VE56NGhucENxZkpzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe0LsVhSt558lffyk5mw8Xz1oPKrHxipItErB1YRMjwxJPzdYf_3QF3xL--CQ_aem_hmHf1FVnub3aWV-8ZDlYNA

Continuing our celebration of Library Card Sign-Up Month, tune in to Maine Calling as they highlight all the wonderful things libraries bring to their communities! 📚💚

🎤 The main panel featured Jon Knepp, Vice President of the Maine Library Association, and Beth Crist, Director of Special Projects at the Maine State Library.

🎤 Several librarians from across the state also called in to share about the incredible work happening in their libraries—including our very own Children’s Librarian, Sarah Cropley, who spoke about the importance of early literacy and the impact libraries can have on young readers.

We’re proud to be part of a library community that works every day to connect, inspire, and support people of all ages! 📖✨

The Ever-Expanding Role of Libraries These days, a library card opens up a world of possibilities, beyond books