Children & Teens
CML offers a variety of fun and engaging programs for kids and teens throughout the year. Some are ongoing events and some are one-time only. Feel free to call or email us with any questions. Cancellations will be posted on Facebook.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Special Events
Weekly Programs
Tunes for Tots + ToddlersThursdays, 10:30-11:00 am
Children 0-3 and their families. |
A program for youngsters and their families. Music and movement with shakers, scarves, stretchy bands, a parachute, and more!
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StorytimeFriday mornings from 10:30-11:30 am
Ages 0-5. |
Join us in the Children's Room for music, movement, stories, and more, for children and their caregivers. Families welcome!
Weather cancellations will be posted on our Facebook page. |
Monthly Programs
LEGO Club
First Tuesdays, 3:00-4:30 pm
November 4, December 2 All ages welcome; kids under 5 must be accompanied by an attentive adult. |
Build follow your imagination and build unique lego projects. We supply the LEGOs and you bring the creativity!
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Reading Dragons ClubSecond Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm
December 9 *No November meeting Ages 8+. |
Create captivating tales, sample new books with our "book tasting menus" and do a variety of Reading Dragon-related activities (including getting to see the new Reading Dragon families for the next month before anyone else!). At each meeting, attendees will be entered into a drawing to win a new book.
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Art ChallengeThird Tuesdays, 3:00-4:30 pm
November 18, December 16 All ages welcome; kids under 5 must be accompanied by an attentive adult. |
Art Challenge: Participants will be challenged to create their own unique work of art based on the given theme each month. A variety of materials will be provided to choose from. Finished projects will be photographed and the photos will be displayed in a gallery at the library until the next meeting.
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CRAFTThird Fridays, 3:30-4:30 pm
November 21, December 19 Ages 11-18. |
Come hang out in the CML Teen area and try a different craft project each month! All materials provided.
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Graphic Novel Book ClubFourth Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm
November 25, December 23 Ages 8+. |
We'll discuss a different graphic novel each month and try our hands at doing some cartooning ourselves! New members welcome at any time, even if you have not read the book!
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DIY KitsMonthly
All ages. |
Try a new craft or project and discover your new favorite thing! These kits are for projects you can do at home, and they include instructions and supplies.
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Reading Challenges
Reading Patch ChallengeConservation, Music, Kindness, Oceans, Animals, Fairytales, Maine History, or Searsport! Log your reading and earn a badge.
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Reading DragonsTrack your reading and earn new dragon sets! Earn one card for each 30 minutes of reading. Ask a librarian for more information!
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1,000 Books Before KindergartenAfter finishing 1000 books, your young reader will receive an embroidered patch and pick out a new book for our collection!
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