Community Calendar

Every summer (June-August) we host a weekly group paddle for sea kayakers from June through August. These one-hour sessions are a chance for local paddlers to get on the water together in the early morning when seas on Casco Bay are more likely to be calm.

These paddles are led by our staff, who are happy to share their knowledge, but these are not guided trips and you should not join if you need instruction or assistance in order to participate. Please consider taking one of our lessons or joining a tour if you are new to sea kayaking.

Wondering about your family lineage? Drop in for genealogy help with volunteer Tim Lynch in the library's breezeway. Tim can help you with most things related to genealogy, including: ancestry.com, family tree construction, record keeping, digital resources, local historical societies and more. Tim is at the Falmouth Memorial Library most Tuesday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AM. Feel free to call the library at 207-781-2351 ext. 140 if you would like to check to be sure before you come.

The Lewiston Public Library, in partnership with ArtVan, will be offering in-person art programs.

Starting on September 10th, the programs will take place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 3:30pm-5:00pm in the Children’s Department for children ages 5-14.

Make Art with ArtVan is free, open to the public, and no registration is required. All art supplies will be provided.

Program takes place on the 3rd floor of the Lewiston Public Library, in the Children’s Department. Children aged 5-8 must be accompanied by an adult.

ArtVan is a mobile art program that brings hands-on creative art opportunities for self-expression, personal growth, and fun. All of their projects aim to inspire art-making with a variety of materials to explore. ArtVan programs engage all age groups, encourage time outside and reduce screen time, help youth stay connected, diminish stress, and provide release for unvented expressions of emotions, such as loss and confusion.

ArtVan began in 2004 and has provided therapeutic art and strengths-based programs to under-resourced neighborhoods.

The Lewiston Public Library is located downtown at 200 Lisbon Street at the corner of Pine Street. More information on ArtVan programs is available by contacting the Lewiston Public Library at 513-3133 or LPLKids@lewistonmaine.gov.

A weekly gathering of friends, coffee, and games, for patrons 55 and up. Don't forget to ask for your FREE cup of drip coffee or tea. A part of our Community Thursday programming.

Drop-in Mahjongg game (every week when enough players rsvp and library is open).
All levels of experience welcome (beginners given instruction).
We play Asian/Chinese style (easier to learn than American mahjong & no need to purchase annual card).
We have multiple sets of tiles, so can accommodate extra players.
RSVP: text/call [207-572-2414](tel:207-572-2414) to confirm group is meeting on any given date. Or take a chance and drop-in (same time as Library's boardgame event so other games can be played).

Led by the incredible poet and author Robert Breen, this welcoming writers group is open to all—whether you’re just starting out or deep into a manuscript. Bring your works in progress, share your voice, and receive supportive, thoughtful feedback in a relaxed and inspiring setting. Together, we’ll explore storytelling, poetry, memory, and the written word in all its forms. Come to listen, come to write, come to connect.

This Season’s Dates:
Thursday, 9/4
Thursday, 10/2
Thursday, 11/7
Thursday, 12/4
Tuesday, 1/6 (**Please note, this date is altered because of New Year’s holiday)
Thursday, 2/5
Thursday, 3/5
Thursday, 4/2
Thursday, 5/7
Thursday, 6/4

Join us at Owlbear's Rest to learn new games and make friends who ALSO love games!
Every other Wednesday: Weekly One-Shots with Kass! Join Owlbear staff member Kass to play a game that can be completed in one session.
Thursdays: The Teach Series! Owlbear staff member Drew will lead a variety of games so that you will know how to play them with friends in the future!
Ages: 14+
$10 at the door

✨D&D-Curious? Never held a sword? Never cast a spell? Perfect.

*Every First Thursday of Each Month*

Join us for a beginner-friendly session of #DungeonsAndDragons—no experience needed, no pressure, and definitely no shortage of snacks.

Your guide for the evening will be OBR team member and Dungeon Master Drew, who’ll equip you with a pre-generated character, all the supplies you need, and just enough encouragement to face whatever lurks in the Lost Mine of Phandelver.

📍 Where: The Druid’s Grove @ #OwlbearsRest
💰 Cost: $10 per player (no extra table fees!)
⏳ Duration: 3 hours
🧙‍♀️ Age: 14+
🧭 Experience Needed: None at all
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Max Party Size: 6 brave souls
🎒 Bring: Just your imagination!

Prince Memorial Library and Tuttle Road Community Church present an early evening of music and community -- a great opportunity to hear local performers flex their skills or try out new pieces for an audience.
For new performers, this is a relaxed and fun opportunity to become comfortable performing live in front of an audience. For seasoned performers, come try out new or established material and join an enthusiastic music community!
Open Mic Signup - 6:45 p.m.
Or just come to listen: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Admission is free. Refreshments will be available for a donation. Offered monthly on first Thursdays (November - May) at Tuttle Road Community Church, 52 Tuttle Road, Cumberland

A visual exhibition, " Outside In" with Judith Allen-Efstathiou’s work including copper sculptures made from reused, vintage copper from the Maine as well as cyanotypes, lithographs and drawings.
For First Friday October 3 and November 7th from 5- 7:00pm the artist will be at the gallery and is happy to discuss her work with visitors
The exhibition runs until November 20 and is open 24/7
on the lower level of the Press Hotel below reception.