Book Discussion Groups
When:Morning Group: First Tuesday @ 10:00am; Evening Group: Second Wednesday @ 6:30pm
Where: Library's Conference Room
Upcoming events targeted to adultsYesterday
We're offering more April "stay-cation" together time! Bring the family to Coco - a heartwarming, award-winning animated movie. Popcorn and beverages included! No registration required. (PG; 105 mins.)
Today
Saturday, April 21st
LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM
Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.
Sunday, April 22nd
Join the Scarborough Public Library for an Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 22, 2018 from Noon to 3:00pm.The event will celebrate two new ReVision Energy solar installations at theLibrary: an electric vehicle (EV) charging station and a rooftop solar panelarray. Earth Day activities will include an appearance byNews Center Maine meteorologist Jessica Conley and weather van Stormy, livemusic by The Incredulous String Band, electric vehicle demonstrations by PapeChevrolet, exhibits by community environmental organizations, and a MinecraftLab where players can build virtual solar arrays in the Library’s Minecraftworld. An official ribbon cutting of the EV charging stationwill take place at 1:00 pm. This event is free to attend. For more information,contact the Scarborough Public Library at 883-4723. A complete list ofexhibitors and festival activities can also be found on the Library’s websiteat www.scarboroughlibrary.org.
Tuesday, April 24th
Roots. Branches. Shoots. You may think we’re talking about trees – and in a way, we are. We’re talking about family trees! A new Scarborough Public Library Genealogy Group will be offered the fourth Monday of each month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm starting October 23, 2017. Whether you are just starting to explore your heritage or well into the process, this monthly “drop in” gathering will introduce you to vetted resources for ancestral research.
The group will be facilitated by Don Taylor, a retired Information Technology Security Specialist who became interested in Genealogy in the 1970s. Since 2005, Don has focused on genealogical research, specializing in Internet research and genetic genealogy. He is a member of the Maine Genealogical Society (MGS), New England Historic Genealogical Society, and is on the Board of Directors of the Scarborough Historical Society (SHS) where he helps others research their Scarborough roots. Don also manages a personal genealogy blog.
Join us and start exploring your family tree; it’s free to attend! FMI, contact Adult Reference at 883-4723 option 4, or email askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org
Week 2: A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry and The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee WilliamsMaine Humanities Council’s Let’s Talk About It book discussion series The Way We Were, The Way We Are: Seasons in the Contemporary American Family invites readers to explore a selection of books on a central theme. The five-part series will challenge readers to define or redefine the meaning of “family” today, and in so doing, to discover something of themselves. Facilitated by MHC scholar, Anna Rockwell. To register for the series, call 883-4723 opt. 4 or email askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org
Thursday, April 26th
Presented by Southern Maine Agency on Aging. Thursdays, April 26-May 31, 2018 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM The Library will serve as the location for this six-part workshop being offered by Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA). Are you or someone you love dealing with chronic pain due to a condition? Is it leaving you exhausted, frustrated, or sad? Trained facilitators associated with SMAA will present techniques to help you cope with your pain. Over the course of the series, topics will address sleep, nutrition, communicating with family and providers, gentle exercises, action planning, and emotional support. The series is free to attend, however registration is required. Contact SMAA at 396-6578, or send an email to sadams@smaaa.org .
Saturday, April 28th
LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM
Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.
Tuesday, May 1st
Thursday, May 3rd
Presented by Southern Maine Agency on Aging. Thursdays, April 26-May 31, 2018 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM The Library will serve as the location for this six-part workshop being offered by Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA). Are you or someone you love dealing with chronic pain due to a condition? Is it leaving you exhausted, frustrated, or sad? Trained facilitators associated with SMAA will present techniques to help you cope with your pain. Over the course of the series, topics will address sleep, nutrition, communicating with family and providers, gentle exercises, action planning, and emotional support. The series is free to attend, however registration is required. Contact SMAA at 396-6578, or send an email to sadams@smaaa.org .
Let's Talk America! forums are happening all around the country, bringing people together for inclusive, respectful dialogue about issues facing our communities, our state, and our nation. Come share your views—and consider new insights. These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, contact local facilitator, Sam Kelley at cell 650-1814.
Saturday, May 5th
LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM
Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.
Monday, May 7th
Monday Movie Matinee
First Monday of Each Month
Join us for a FREE viewing of contemporary and classic movies - from recent theater releases to old favorites. Check the homepage of our website for the monthly selection at www.scarboroughlibrary.org. This event is open to the public.
Tuesday, May 8th
Week 3: Ordinary People by Judith GuestMaine Humanities Council’s Let’s Talk About It book discussion series The Way We Were, The Way We Are: Seasons in the Contemporary American Family invites readers to explore a selection of books on a central theme. The five-part series will challenge readers to define or redefine the meaning of “family” today, and in so doing, to discover something of themselves. Facilitated by MHC scholar, Anna Rockwell. To register for the series, call 883-4723 opt. 4 or email askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org
Wednesday, May 9th
The Library's evening book discussion group meets in the Conference Room on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm.
Thursday, May 10th
Presented by Southern Maine Agency on Aging. Thursdays, April 26-May 31, 2018 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM The Library will serve as the location for this six-part workshop being offered by Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA). Are you or someone you love dealing with chronic pain due to a condition? Is it leaving you exhausted, frustrated, or sad? Trained facilitators associated with SMAA will present techniques to help you cope with your pain. Over the course of the series, topics will address sleep, nutrition, communicating with family and providers, gentle exercises, action planning, and emotional support. The series is free to attend, however registration is required. Contact SMAA at 396-6578, or send an email to sadams@smaaa.org .
Friday, May 11th
Noodling. Doodling. Dabbling. If a program description includes these words, you can be sure it will be relaxed and fun. Leave inhibitions behind and create free-form drawings, journal entries, small cards, or tiny books using simple items like a drawing pencil or roller ball pen and a notepad or journal. While there is no “instructor” per se (again, this is a casual drop-in activity), we’ll be joined by Michael David Brown, a retired illustrator and Scarborough resident. This event is free to attend. Basic supplies will be available or bring your own.
Whether you’re a new or long-standing cardholder, this course will help you maximize the power behind your library card! Learn tips on searching the catalog, downloading eBooks, eAudiobooks, and digital magazines, and exploring our online self-guided learning platforms. We’ll also share free resources available to you through the Maine State Library and Portland Public Library. Computers will be available or bring your laptop or mobile device. Must register by the day prior to the session. Call 883-4723 option 4 or email askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org.
