Calendar


Sep
12
Fri
2025
Machias Area Weekly Playgroup
Sep 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

The Playgroup will be meeting at the Machias Playground for the summer. Meet at Porter Memorial Library if it rains!

Led by Barb Koch from Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Council.

1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Sep 12 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Sep
13
Sat
2025
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Sep 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Chess Club
Sep 13 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We welcome beginners and experienced players alike! Drop in and learn about the game of chess. Contact Sam Diefenbach for more information samueldiefenbach@gmail.com

Sep
14
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Sep 14 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Sep
15
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Sep 15 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Sep
16
Tue
2025
Storytime
Sep 16 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for the Storytime in the children’s section of the library. We will read Ice Cream Bear by Jez Alborough.

Sep
17
Wed
2025
Board of Trustees Meeting
Sep 17 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Sep
18
Thu
2025
Playtime
Sep 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Playtime for families with young children.

Sep
19
Fri
2025
Volunteer & Staff Meeting
Sep 19 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Machias Area Weekly Playgroup
Sep 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

The Playgroup will be meeting at the Machias Playground for the summer. Meet at Porter Memorial Library if it rains!

Led by Barb Koch from Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Council.

1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Sep 19 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Sep
20
Sat
2025
Chess Club
Sep 20 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We welcome beginners and experienced players alike! Drop in and learn about the game of chess. Contact Sam Diefenbach for more information samueldiefenbach@gmail.com

Sep
21
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Sep 21 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Sep
22
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Sep 22 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Sep
23
Tue
2025
Storytime
Sep 23 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for the Storytime in the children’s section of the library. We will read The Midnight Eaters by Amy Hest.

Sep
25
Thu
2025
Homeschool Open House
Sep 25 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

An informational session for patrons interested or experienced in homeschooling. This is an opportunity to share information and network with other homeschool groups.

Contact Julianne van Norden for more information.

Sep
26
Fri
2025
Machias Area Weekly Playgroup
Sep 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

The Playgroup will be meeting at the Machias Playground for the summer. Meet at Porter Memorial Library if it rains!

Led by Barb Koch from Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Council.

LEGOs
Sep 26 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join us for fun with Legos and Duplos from 1 to 4pm

Legos are a choking hazard for young children. The library provides Duplos for children under 3.

Porter Poets
Sep 26 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The Porter Poets welcome you! Join in-person or via Zoom link at https://westliberty.zoom.us/j/99465572474

1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Sep 26 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Sep
27
Sat
2025
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Sep 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Chess Club
Sep 27 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We welcome beginners and experienced players alike! Drop in and learn about the game of chess. Contact Sam Diefenbach for more information samueldiefenbach@gmail.com

Sep
28
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Sep 28 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Sep
29
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Sep 29 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Sep
30
Tue
2025
Storytime
Sep 30 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for the Storytime in the children’s section of the library. We will read The Library Fish by Alyssa Satin Capucilli.

Oct
2
Thu
2025
Bumps & Babies
Oct 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
A place of support for all moms and caregivers during pregnancy and postpartum. Join us for connection and encouragement. Babies and kids welcome.
Hosted by LeAnne Dunham @adventureawaitsbirthservices
Wine Tasting & Silent Auction
Oct 2 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

We will host a Wine Tasting & Silent Auction Fundraiser. Admission by donation to benefit the library’s General Fund. A choice of 5 wines, cheeses, & charcuterie board. For a 10% discount on wine purchased at The French Cellar, present your Porter Memorial Library card . Be the first to bid in our Silent Auction, tonight is the kickoff! The Silent Auction runs through October 31.

Oct
3
Fri
2025
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Oct 3 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Storywalk Anniversary Party
Oct 3 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Storywalk Anniversary Party with Shannon Cherry of Healthy Acadia. Reading “Hello Harvest Moon” by Ralph J. Fletcher.