Welcome to Carver Memorial Library!
Please note that CML will be: closed on:
Please note that CML will be: closed on:
- Closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas.
- Closing at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 31, in celebration of the new year.
Upcoming Events & Activities
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Gift Basket Silent AuctionNovember 20-December 17
Make holiday gift-giving a breeze and support your library at the same time. A perennial favorite, this fundraiser features festive baskets filled with an array of treats, books, crafts, and so much more! Baskets are on display in the library. Browse the baskets! |
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Searsport Tree LightingSaturday, December 7 at 5 pm
An evening of celebration! The tree will be lit in Penobscot Marine Museum's Crescent Park at 5 pm. Following that, Ronda will lead holiday songs and carols around the tree. Searsport United Methodist Church will be serving hot cocoa and cookies. |
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Solstice by the Sea: Friends of Sears Island + CML
Saturday, December 21, 4:30-6 pm
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season by sharing in a winter solstice celebration of light on Sears Island! Enjoy a walk along a path lit with hundreds of luminarias while recorded music lends a festive air to this family friendly evening. Stroll through an evergreen spiral that leads to a decorated holiday tree, and take an ornament home. At 5:00pm, Ronda will present The Shortest Day shadow puppet theater, as well as some solstice poems. This non-denominational event is free and open to all. |
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Noon Year's Eve Celebration
Tuesday, December 31, from 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Ring in the new year with CML during a mid-day celebration featuring crafts for kids, a photo booth, and festive party favors! The countdown will begin at 11:59. We’ll toast the new year (with sparkling water) at noon. Dress to impress or come as you are! This is an intergenerational event and all are welcome. |
Ongoing Events
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Tech Help Office Hours
Mondays from 3 to 5 pm
Bring your questions! Learn more about your devices and how to solve problems you may have. Our librarians are happy to assist you with your technology needs, but please note that these sessions are offered to allow you to expand your skills, not as a replacement for professional tech support. When you come in:
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Chess Club
Friday, December 13 and 20 at 3 pm
A fun and informal meetup to come play chess. Some instruction available if you want to learn or improve your game. The library will provide chess boards, but participants are also welcome to bring their own. All ages. |
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Lego Club
First Tuesdays, 3-4 pm (Note new schedule!)
December 3 Build unique LEGO projects and follow your imagination. We supply the LEGOs and you bring the creativity. Come join the fun and bring a friend too! All ages. Children under 5 should have an attentive adult. |
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Book Club: The Thin Man
Second Tuesday of the month, 1-2 pm
Tuesday, December 10 Location: Library Reading Room This month, we will discuss Dashiell Hammet's The Thin Man. If you're interested, we have copies of the book available at the front desk. All are welcome to join the discussion or just listen in. Upcoming themes
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Reading Dragons!
How does it work?
Start with the egg, then the child, and go on to earn the whole family! When you’re ready, bring your log back to the library and and get your cards! Earn the whole family or redeem a card or two at a time--it’s up to you! Dragon Families New dragons are added every month, and earlier ones retired. Plan your dragons carefully!
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Crafternoon and DIY Kits
December: Sparkly Yarn Ball Ornament
Available in the Reading Room while supplies last Create colorful and unique works of art! Try a new craft or project. Discover your new favorite thing! These are kits for fun projects you can do at home, and they include instructions and supplies. Crafternoons online Thursdays 3:30 to 4:30 pm Click here to join this program via Zoom Crafts and socializing. Break out your knitting, craft projects, or mending and join us for conversation, questions, and new friends. Drop in any week. |
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Storytime
Friday mornings from 10:30-11:30 am
Downstairs in the Children's Room Music, movement, stories, and more, for children and their caregivers. Families are welcome to join in!
Weather cancellations will be posted on our Facebook page. |
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Book Sale: Refreshed
The book sale is topped up with fresh titles!
All books are now a suggested donation of $1. |
Dolly Parton's Imagination LibraryInspire your child’s love of reading!
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library mails free, high-quality, age-appropriate books to children from birth to age five. Books will arrive in the mail monthly until your child’s 5th birthday! This FREE BOOKS program is available to all infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in Waldo County. It’s easy to enroll! Click here to register online, download an application form, or ask a librarian for a paper copy. |
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