Book Club 1st Meeting
August 30
11am
Our August Book:
The Friend by Sigrid Nunez
This is a beginner book club. Participants are responsible for obtaining a copy of the book. Library will offer some assistance, if needed. You can pick up a copy of the guidelines at the library.
DIY Mini Beaded Garden Stakes
Canceled
For all ages.
Learn how to make your own beaded mini garden stake for potted plants with a bit of wire and some beads. An event for all ages. Children will need some guidance and should be accompanied by an adult.
Please contact the library to
pre-register.
CANCELED
Tea & Trifle
Featuring a flower craft with Jess Babin
A Tea Party and flower craft in the Library Garden. You are in for a special treat. What is a trifle you ask?
Definition: Trifle is a cold dessert made of layers of sponge cake, jelly, fruit, and custard, and usually covered with cream. Come try our special version with a spot of tea. Engage your artsy side with a flower craft hosted by local flower grower & entrepreneur, Jess Babin. Please contact the library to save your spot.
September Artist of the Month
Tom Cote
Join us in welcoming wood carver, Tom Cote during our September Artist of the Month Reception. Mr. Cote will talk about his process of picking out wood, carving and the finished product and this generational form of art in his fa. Come experience the details and intricacies of Cote's fine carved works.
Biographies & Bake Sale + Visit with the Goats in the Garden
Come visit us at the Children's Garden across from the library. We will have a table full of Biographies and Baked Goods for sale in our little garden building. Bring the kids, we will have goats in the garden for them to pet and learn about.
Weaving Step by Step
with Amanda Giberson
Amanda Giberson will teach us how to weave a small wall hanging with easy to find, affordable materials. Materials will be provided but feel free to bring yarn if there are specific colors/textures that you love. This event is free. Registration is required. Please contact the library if interested.
Book Club
September 27, 2024
11 a.m.
Meeting of the September Book Club. Book Title for the month and info will be posted after the August Book Club meeting. If interested in our book club, please contact the library or come in and speak with staff.
Don't forget these activities happen every month. Pop in when you're kids are looking for something to do.
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September Dates:
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Story Time: Sept. 5th & 19th - 3pm
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Lego Club: Sept. 20th - 3pm
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Book Club: Sept. 27th - 11a.m.
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Mystery BINGO: Sept. 27th - 3pm
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Aroostook Agency on Aging Drop-In Hours
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month
9am-1pm
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Come check out our
Children's Garden.
Programming coming next season.
We have some plants in the garden. Come check them out. Ask a librarian about our new Children's Educational Garden.
Fort Fairfield Public Library Memorial Garden
In honor of Rose Elmer, her parents and many beloved community members memorialized here. Come enjoy a peaceful moment in our garden.
Sponsored by
Community Donors
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Volunteer opportunities!
We are always looking for volunteers who are interested in leading programs/groups, program/group helpers or helping out in the library or in the gardens. If you are interested in volunteering, you can pick up an application at the library.
The Library Food Cupboard
We are happy to announce that Fort Fairfield Public Library now has a small food cupboard in the downstairs foyer. If you are in need you can access this cupboard Thursday and Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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If you would like to donate a non-perishable food item please drop it off in the cupboard or at the circulation desk.
The cupboard has been restocked and is currently full.
