LIBRARY NEWS
OCTOBER 31 - HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT at the FAIRGROUNDS
Annual Waterford Community HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT at the Fairgrounds.
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!
STORY TIME at the LIBRARY
WEEKLY STORYTIME.
Story Time is every 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.
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! .