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May 07 Thursday
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, 9/4Thursday, 10/2Thursday, 11/7Thursday, 12/4Tuesday, 1/6 (**Please note, this date is altered because of New Year’s holiday)Thursday, 2/5Thursday, 3/5Thursday, 4/2Thursday, 5/7Thursday, 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
Jokes abound in this world premiere about the writers of I Love Lucy. Follow head-writer Madelyn Pugh as she fiercely and hilariously navigates the male dominated entertainment industry, and her contentious relationship with writing partner Bob Carroll Jr. Prepare to be surprised, amused, and laughing the whole way through!
TICKETS ON SALE MARCH 24, 2026
May 08 Friday
This interactive online professional development program will teach you the basics of seeing a grant through a full cycle—from inception to completion. You’ll learn how to get your organization ready to apply for grants, where to find funders and funding opportunities, how to write the components of a grant and how to submit a successful application that has all the information funders want to see.
Using case studies, this program will focus on real-world grant applications. Comprehensive checklists and worksheets will guide you through every step of planning, researching, applying to and managing a grant—without missing a thing! You’ll also develop language specific to your organization that answers common grant questions.
May 09 Saturday
Calling musicians of all levels! Please come and join us on the second Saturday of each month from 1:00 to 3:00 pm for a community - based open mic session. All levels and musical genres are welcome as are individuals, duos, groups, whatever. This will be an all - acoustic session but there will be a small Fishman amplifier and microphone available on an as needed basis.
Our open mic group shall endeavor to provide a fun and judgement free opportunity to share our musical offerings with others. Original compositions as well as covers are welcomed. Please pass the word to friends and let's create a community where we can gather to play, sing, laugh, learn and get to know our neighbors. The event shall be by donation ($2 suggested) with all proceeds going to The Gatherings.
Thanks and we hope to see you at our first open mic on Saturday, January 14 at 1:00 pm. Should you have any questions or need for additional information please feel free to email Joe Bruno at jbruno56@gmail.com.
*Owlbear’s Rest & Cthulhu Present…* The Caverns of Thraciaby Jennell Jaquays
Come and experience one of the classic early D&D adventure modules. Explore a branching, non-linear, reactive dungeon inhabited by multiple factions and loot their stuff ! Utilizing Basic D&D for simple character creation and a rules light approach.
Casual drop-in/drop-out play — come when you can! No RPG experience necessary!
📅 Every other Saturday, 5–9 PM (No session 8/9)💲 $10 per player per session📍 In the Druid's Grove at Owlbear’s RestGrab your dice. Explore the depths. Steal from lizard cultists.
The Caverns await…