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Machias Area Weekly Playgroup 10:00 am
Machias Area Weekly Playgroup
Aug 1 @ 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) 2:30 pm
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Aug 1 @ 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
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1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk) 10:00 am
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Aug 2 @ 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 10:00 am
Chess Club
Aug 2 @ 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
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 3 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 4 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM
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Summer Reading Program 11:00 am
Summer Reading Program
Aug 5 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for the Summer Reading Program in the children’s section of the library. We will read There are no Moose on this Island by Stephanie Calmenson.
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Bumps & Babies 10:00 am
Bumps & Babies
Aug 7 @ 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
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Machias Area Weekly Playgroup 10:00 am
Machias Area Weekly Playgroup
Aug 8 @ 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) 2:30 pm
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Aug 8 @ 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
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1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk) 10:00 am
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Aug 9 @ 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 10:00 am
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 10:00 am
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 … Continue reading
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 10 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 11 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM
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Summer Reading Program 11:00 am
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.
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Book Sale (Preview Night) 4:00 pm
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.
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Book Sale (General Sale) 9:00 am
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.
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 17 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM
Book Sale (General Sale) 9:00 am
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.
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 18 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM
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Summer Reading Program 11:00 am
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.
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Playtime 10:00 am
Playtime
Aug 21 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Playtime for families with young children.
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Machias Area Weekly Playgroup 10:00 am
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 1:00 pm
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) 2:30 pm
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 6:00 pm
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 … Continue reading
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1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk) 10:00 am
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 10:00 am
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
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 24 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 25 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM
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Summer Reading Program 11:00 am
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.
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Machias Area Weekly Playgroup 10:00 am
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 2:00 pm
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) 2:30 pm
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
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1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk) 10:00 am
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 10:00 am
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
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CLOSED
CLOSED
Aug 31 all-day
The Library’s regular hours are… TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM, SAT 10AM-1PM