LIBRARY NEWS
DECEMBER 7 - WATERFORD COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS
You are invited!! Celebrate a Hometown Christmas
Hometown, It’s a Wonderful Life Christmas still exists in the hearts of so many of us!
If you yearn for just a glimpse into the joy of the season, please join us in our tiny village.
4PM In a throwback to the earliest days of encouraging children to gain confidence on stage, the event begins at the Congregational Church on Plummer Hill Road. Local first grade children share what they love about the Christmas season in original, unedited recitation.
4:30PM All gathered then walk down to the Town Common for the ceremonial lighting of the tree and singing of traditional Christmas carols. Organist George Weiss, leads with a nod to past by bringing one of his foot pump organs. Inevitably, the two to five-year old children excitedly dance to the music.The tradition continues when we close with Silent Night.
5PM All in attendance are invited to walk back up the hill to the Wilkins Community House. Strains of a lilting harp played by Elizabeth Roth of Bear Mountain Music Hall welcome you for a heartwarming snack, a story for the children and a visit from Santa. Santa’s arrival is a magical moment following Al Struck’s reading of The Polar Express. Each child is also invited to choose new books to take home. What could be more magical than this return to “the good old days.”
Jointly Sponsored by the Waterford Library Association and the Waterford Congregational Church
HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT
Annual Waterford Community HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT at the Fairgrounds on October 31st.
Vehicles, please arrive to set up between 4-5 pm
Kids will arrive to seek their treats between 5-6pm
A Photo Booth is Planned. The library will be giving out FREE Books and Beverages.
Clean-up of the grounds afterwards appreciated.
Many Thanks to the Waterford World's Fair for sharing this venue and providing bathrooms and electricity.
COME, HELP. ENJOY MAKING THIS SPECIAL FOR OUR KIDS!
WATERFORD SANTA
WATERFORD SANTA
There are many opportunities throughout the Holiday Season for community sharing and to Give Back. We support Waterford Santa and welcome you to apply for assistance or help buy gifts for others. Call 207-583-2446 or waterfordsanta@yahoo.com
STORY TIME at the LIBRARY
MONTHLY STORYTIME.
Story Time is every FIRST Tuesday 10:30am - 12:30pm.
Volunteers read books, followed by a fun related activity.
Super for the little ones, and their parents too.
We also have a small collection of LEGOS to enjoy.
FREE MUSUEM PASS
A Family Pass is now available to the Maine Mineral and Gem Museum in Bethel.
You can check it out, just like a book. then return if after your visit. Pass may be borrowed for up to four days.
STORYWALK at the LIBRARY
Our very first STORYWALK featured
"One Horse Farm" by Maine author Dahlov Ipcar.
This was located in our pollinating garden and also on display in North Waterford during the Waterford World's Fair.
The StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT along with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.
Our StoryWalk made possible through a generous donation from the Shawn Pomerleau Youth Enrichment Fund.
The STORY WALK will be replanted come Spring.
NEW HEAT PUMPS and AC INSTALLED
New Heat Pumps were installed in January 2023, made possible by an Association for Rural & Small Libraries Grant through a generous regional partner foundation. Additional funds from private donations. Total costs offset by EffiencyMaine rebates.
We are most grateful to everyone who contributed to this wonderful development.
The Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) builds strong communities through professional development and elevating the impact of rural and small libraries. ARSL recognizes the uniqueness of small and rural libraries and is committed to providing an environment that encourages excellence within this community of practice, supporting their goals of service and speaking on behalf of this important constituency. Since 1 in 3 public libraries in the U.S. serve a population of fewer than 2,500 people, there is a great opportunity to support these library professionals that are often overlooked. We believe in the value of rural and small libraries and strive to create resources and services that address national, state, and local priorities for libraries situated in rural communities.
COMMUNITY TABLE and POLLINATING GARDEN
Take some time to linger in our pollinating garden where different flowering plants are blooming all the time.
There are three stone benches, plus excellent Wi-Fi reception.
Fresh vegetables from our backyard Sharing Table Garden are usually available in the library throughout the summer.
Many thanks to the volunteers who help with all the weeding, watering, and other upkeeping needs throughout the seasons.
And, special thanks to our Volunteer Master Gardener for designing, planting, and maintaining this beautiful and functional space!
AUTUMN IN WATERFORD
As summer ends it's especially nice to curl up with a book.
However, there is still a LOT to do. Take a hike. Leaf Peep.
The 25th Annual Waterford 5K race and Chili Cook-Off is Oct. 13th
Community Potlucks restart. 6pm. Third Thursdays - Wilkins House.
World's Fair Monthly Saturday Suppers.
Waterford Sno-Packers
The Food Truck Park will be open, but call ahead: 595-6249
Take the time to explore and enjoy our beautiful State.
Full list of fall and winter programs found under
2024 COMMUNITY CALENDAR,
our Facebook page, and on the town website: www.waterfordme.org
Support Local, and see you here at the library too! .
SUMMER IN WATERFORD
Our local non-profit organizations and businesses spend the winter getting ready for the busy summer season.
Please take the time to visit, explore and enjoy.
A new Food Truck Park is next to the old Melby's in No. Waterford
Links to local businesses are on our COMMUNITY Page
www.keokalake.org www.bearmountainmusichall.org www.keokabeach.net www.bearmtninn.com www.papposepondcamping.com www.waterfordinne.com
Full list of programs and activities are found under
2024 COMMUNITY CALENDAR,
our Facebook page, and on the town website: www.waterfordme.org
Support Local, and see you here at the library too! .