Calendar


Aug
9
Sat
2025
Chess Club
Aug 9 @ 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

Walking Tour of Historic Machias Architecture
Aug 9 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join Porter Memorial Library Board President Allison Paprocki for a walking tour of historic architecture in downtown Machias. The tour will explore how architectural styles represent a cultural moment in time and how historic preservation can give old buildings new life.

Aug
10
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Aug 10 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Aug
11
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Aug 11 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Aug
12
Tue
2025
Summer Reading Program
Aug 12 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for the Summer Reading Program in the children’s section of the library. We will read Rafael & the Magic Salad Spinner by Laura Lander.

Aug
15
Fri
2025
Book Sale (Preview Night)
Aug 15 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Our Annual Book Sale is taking place at 4 Center St

Tickets at the door. The best selection of books, beat the crowd, food & music.

Aug
16
Sat
2025
Book Sale (General Sale)
Aug 16 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Our Annual Book Sale is taking place at 4 Center St

Free admission to the General Sale.

Aug
17
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Aug 17 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Book Sale (General Sale)
Aug 17 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Our Annual Book Sale is taking place at 4 Center St

Free admission to the General Sale.

Aug
18
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Aug 18 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Aug
19
Tue
2025
Summer Reading Program
Aug 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for the Summer Reading Program in the children’s section of the library. We will read You Read to Me, I’ll Read to You by M.A. Hoberman.

Aug
21
Thu
2025
Playtime
Aug 21 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Playtime for families with young children.

Aug
22
Fri
2025
Machias Area Weekly Playgroup
Aug 22 @ 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
Aug 22 @ 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.

1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Aug 22 @ 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
This Is an Uprising: How Nonviolent Revolt Is Shaping the 21st Century
Aug 22 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

This event is a group discussion based on the book This Is an Uprising: How Nonviolent Revolt Is Shaping the 21st Century by Mark & Paul Engler. Led by Mark Brown who writes We The People column in Machias Valley News Observer.

Aug
23
Sat
2025
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Aug 23 @ 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
Aug 23 @ 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

Aug
24
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Aug 24 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Aug
25
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Aug 25 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Aug
26
Tue
2025
Summer Reading Program
Aug 26 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for the Summer Reading Program in the children’s section of the library. We will read Farmer Eva’s Green Garden Life by Jacqueline Briggs Martin.

Aug
29
Fri
2025
Machias Area Weekly Playgroup
Aug 29 @ 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.

Porter Poets
Aug 29 @ 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)
Aug 29 @ 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
Aug
30
Sat
2025
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Aug 30 @ 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
Aug 30 @ 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

Aug
31
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Aug 31 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Sep
1
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Sep 1 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Sep
2
Tue
2025
Storytime
Sep 2 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us for the Storytime in the children’s section of the library. We will read Apple Trouble by Ragnhild Scamell.

Sep
4
Thu
2025
Bumps & Babies
Sep 4 @ 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