ON THE NIGHTSTAND - BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

Please join us for some coffee and conversation. This group will meet in the Dow Room. Bring a book that is currently being read on your nightstand. During the hour, we will share what we are reading and create a list for others to explore. We hope to see you here.    ......More

Please join us for some coffee and conversation. This group will meet in the Dow Room. Bring a book that is currently being read on your nightstand. During the hour, we will share what we are reading and create a list for others to explore. We hope to see you here.     Please call the Library with any questions at 207-967-2778.  

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MAINE AUTHOR GERRY BOYLE

As part of the Patsy Bray Mahoney Lecture Series, we are pleased to welcome crime novelist Gerry Boyle to the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library on Saturday, November 1, at 2:00 p.m. Mr. Boyle will read from his books, “Hard Line” and “Robbed Blind” and discuss the......More

As part of the Patsy Bray Mahoney Lecture Series, we are pleased to welcome crime novelist Gerry Boyle to the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library on Saturday, November 1, at 2:00 p.m. Mr. Boyle will read from his books, “Hard Line” and “Robbed Blind” and discuss the writing process. “Hard Line” is an award winner for the 2025 National Independent Publisher Book Awards. His character Jack McMorrow has been in his books for over thirty years. Gerry Boyle is a prolific author known for over a dozen acclaimed crime novels, including the Jack McMorrow mystery series, which has been translated into six languages. Other McMorrow novels, including “Random Act” and “Straw Man”, were awarded the Maine Literary Award for crime fiction. With a background as a newspaper reporter and columnist, Boyle draws inspiration from his crime reporting for his writing. He resides in a small village in central Maine. Refreshments will be provided by the Graves Library Snack Team. Copies of the book will be for sale and signed after the program. Additional parking is available at the Fire Department Parking Lot (North Street).   The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

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THE BOOK CELLAR - USED BOOK STORE

Visit the Book Cellar! There are thousands of books to choose from during Library hours. We also have notecards, special books, ball caps, special gift books, coffee mugs, bookmarks, and more. Cookbooks, sports, religion, fiction, biography, history, children’s, classic......More

Visit the Book Cellar! There are thousands of books to choose from during Library hours. We also have notecards, special books, ball caps, special gift books, coffee mugs, bookmarks, and more. Cookbooks, sports, religion, fiction, biography, history, children’s, classics, health, and more! Looking for the perfect gift idea? Purchase a gift certificate for the book sale!       The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, and is open Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00 Saturdays, 9:30-12:30. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

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OH MY GOURD!

Oh My Gourd! Our gourd decorating contest is back! How can you participate? Come to the Library, select a gourd, take it home, and transform it into a favorite book character. Bring it back to the Library to go on display. It’s that easy! Gourds will be available starti......More

Oh My Gourd! Our gourd decorating contest is back! How can you participate? Come to the Library, select a gourd, take it home, and transform it into a favorite book character. Bring it back to the Library to go on display. It’s that easy! Gourds will be available starting November 3 with prizes awarded by the end of November. Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

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CHESS CLUB

Calling all Chess players! Bring your own board or use one of ours – Tuesdays, from 2:00 to 4:30 PM in the Dow Room. We hope to get some great matches going and help each other learn this great game. All levels of play are welcome. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public L......More

Calling all Chess players! Bring your own board or use one of ours – Tuesdays, from 2:00 to 4:30 PM in the Dow Room. We hope to get some great matches going and help each other learn this great game. All levels of play are welcome. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport.   For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

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PORT KNITTERS

Port Knitters meet on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 to sit and knit. Members are encouraged to bring any current projects and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For furth......More

Port Knitters meet on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 to sit and knit. Members are encouraged to bring any current projects and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

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HARVEST STORYTIME - FRINKLEPOD FARM

Our friend Flora Brown from Frinklepod Farm will be here on Friday, November 7, at 10:00 am for a special harvest storytime. Frinklepod Farm is located at 244 Log Cabin Road.  Their mission is to help us eat more plants and feel connected to the land, the farmers, and o......More

Our friend Flora Brown from Frinklepod Farm will be here on Friday, November 7, at 10:00 am for a special harvest storytime. Frinklepod Farm is located at 244 Log Cabin Road.  Their mission is to help us eat more plants and feel connected to the land, the farmers, and our community!

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NEW KENNEBUNKPORT COMPOST PROGRAM INFORMATIONAL SESSION

New Town Compost Program Informational Session Friday, November 7, at 3 PM Join us to learn more about the new pilot composting program to reduce Kennebunkport’s waste disposal costs and cut methane emissions. Two collection bins for kitchen scraps have been installed a......More

New Town Compost Program Informational Session Friday, November 7, at 3 PM Join us to learn more about the new pilot composting program to reduce Kennebunkport’s waste disposal costs and cut methane emissions. Two collection bins for kitchen scraps have been installed at the Public Works garage (105 Beachwood Ave) and are serviced weekly by Mr. Fox Composting. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit  www.graveslibrary.org.

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THE BOOK CELLAR - USED BOOK STORE

Visit the Book Cellar! There are thousands of books to choose from during Library hours. We also have notecards, special books, ball caps, special gift books, coffee mugs, bookmarks, and more. Cookbooks, sports, religion, fiction, biography, history, children’s, classic......More

Visit the Book Cellar! There are thousands of books to choose from during Library hours. We also have notecards, special books, ball caps, special gift books, coffee mugs, bookmarks, and more. Cookbooks, sports, religion, fiction, biography, history, children’s, classics, health, and more! Looking for the perfect gift idea? Purchase a gift certificate for the book sale!       The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, and is open Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00 Saturdays, 9:30-12:30. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

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PORT KNITTERS

Port Knitters meet on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 to sit and knit. Members are encouraged to bring any current projects and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For furth......More

Port Knitters meet on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 to sit and knit. Members are encouraged to bring any current projects and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

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THANKFUL TURKEY CRAFT

Turkey Craft! Wednesday, November 12, from 3:15-4 PM Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity and crafting! Our Turkey Craft event is the perfect opportunity to shake a tailfeather. Children will receive all the necessary materials and guidance to make a Turkey ......More

Turkey Craft! Wednesday, November 12, from 3:15-4 PM Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity and crafting! Our Turkey Craft event is the perfect opportunity to shake a tailfeather. Children will receive all the necessary materials and guidance to make a Turkey Craft. Pre-registration is required. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

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MORNING BOOK GROUP - NOVEMBER 13 AT 9:45

Morning Book Group This group meets on the second Thursday of every month at 9:45 in the Dow Room. For further information, please call 967-2778.  Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport  www.graveslibrary.org.

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FURRY TALES STORYTIME

Furry Tales Storytime We are so excited to partner with the Animal Welfare Society of Kennebunk for a very special storytime on Friday, November 14, at 10 AM. Preschoolers and their families explore the exciting world of animals with stories, playtime, crafts, songs, mo......More

Furry Tales Storytime We are so excited to partner with the Animal Welfare Society of Kennebunk for a very special storytime on Friday, November 14, at 10 AM. Preschoolers and their families explore the exciting world of animals with stories, playtime, crafts, songs, movement, and plenty of animal time. Each visit is a new adventure!   The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 and ask for the Junior Room or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States

THE BOOK CELLAR - USED BOOK STORE

Visit the Book Cellar! There are thousands of books to choose from during Library hours. We also have notecards, special books, ball caps, special gift books, coffee mugs, bookmarks, and more. Cookbooks, sports, religion, fiction, biography, history, children’s, classic......More

Visit the Book Cellar! There are thousands of books to choose from during Library hours. We also have notecards, special books, ball caps, special gift books, coffee mugs, bookmarks, and more. Cookbooks, sports, religion, fiction, biography, history, children’s, classics, health, and more! Looking for the perfect gift idea? Purchase a gift certificate for the book sale!       The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, and is open Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00 Saturdays, 9:30-12:30. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States

CHESS CLUB

Calling all Chess players! Bring your own board or use one of ours – Tuesdays, from 2:00 to 4:30 PM in the Dow Room. We hope to get some great matches going and help each other learn this great game. All levels of play are welcome. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public L......More

Calling all Chess players! Bring your own board or use one of ours – Tuesdays, from 2:00 to 4:30 PM in the Dow Room. We hope to get some great matches going and help each other learn this great game. All levels of play are welcome. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport.   For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library @ 18 Maine St, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States

PORT KNITTERS

Port Knitters meet on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 to sit and knit. Members are encouraged to bring any current projects and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For furth......More

Port Knitters meet on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 to sit and knit. Members are encouraged to bring any current projects and supplies. This is not a learn-to-knit class. The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

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LOBSTER BUOY CRAFT

Lobster Buoy Craft Wednesday, November 19, at 5:30 PM Resident artist Rayanne will teach you all the steps for your very own personalized Lobster Buoy craft with acrylic paint. All adult skill levels are welcome, all supplies are provided, and registration is required. ......More

Lobster Buoy Craft Wednesday, November 19, at 5:30 PM Resident artist Rayanne will teach you all the steps for your very own personalized Lobster Buoy craft with acrylic paint. All adult skill levels are welcome, all supplies are provided, and registration is required. It’s fun art, not fine art! The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

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DEATH CAFE

Please join us for our  Death Café – Community, Conversation, and Coffee. We will be meeting in the Community Room from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. What is a Death Café? A Death Café is a safe and relaxed space to gather with people to discuss topics related to death and dying. ......More

Please join us for our  Death Café – Community, Conversation, and Coffee. We will be meeting in the Community Room from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. What is a Death Café? A Death Café is a safe and relaxed space to gather with people to discuss topics related to death and dying. The objective is to engage in interesting, thought-provoking, and life-affirming conversations. Please join us for this community conversation. Registration is required. Facilitated by: Marilyn R. Gugliucci, MA, Ph.D., AGHEF, GSAF, AGSF, NAOMEF, Professor and Director of Geriatric Education and Research at the University of New England. Hosted by: Kennebunkport Public Health Department and Graves Library. Please call (207) 967-2778 to register. Space is limited.

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WRITE ON

Enjoy putting pen to paper with your thoughts and stories? Join us for a different kind of writing group. We will discuss our findings, share our writing, and learn about our unique inner talents when we meet! The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 1......More

Enjoy putting pen to paper with your thoughts and stories? Join us for a different kind of writing group. We will discuss our findings, share our writing, and learn about our unique inner talents when we meet! The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. For further information, please call 207-967-2778 or visit our website at www.graveslibrary.org.

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EVENING BOOK GROUP - NOVEMBER 20 AT 5 PM

Evening Book Group Join us for this month’s book group. The book this month is The Expendable Man by Dorothy Hughes. All are welcome to attend.     Please give us a call at 207-967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.      ...More

Evening Book Group Join us for this month’s book group. The book this month is The Expendable Man by Dorothy Hughes. All are welcome to attend.     Please give us a call at 207-967-2778 for more information on this event and other upcoming reads.      

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MOVIE NIGHT

We hope you will join us in the Community Room for our movie night! Bring your family and friends, it’s always a fun time. Enjoy beverages and popcorn. Let us know if you have any questions 207-967-2778.                

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