Welcome to the Belfast Free Library, serving the community of Belfast, Maine since 1887.
Operating in a historic building located in a vibrant community on beautiful Penobscot Bay, the Library offers a wide variety of programs and services for all ages.
The Library will be CLOSED Monday February 17th for Presidents' Day
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Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Story, rhyme, song, shakers, scarves, parachute play, toys and bubbles.
2 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets meets weekly on Tuesdays in the Abbott Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Writing prompts are sent in advance of the gatherings by Belfast Poet Laureate Maya Stein, and […]
Storytelling Workshops for Youth at the Belfast Free Library – January 28 event canceled
Storytelling Workshops for Youth at the Belfast Free Library – January 28 event canceled
Led by Librarian and Storyteller Stephanie Holman Storytelling: Learn to tell a story without use of notes. These mini-workshops will celebrate this spoken word art form. No pressure to perform […]
1 event,
No Knitting Group this week
No Knitting Group this week
Knitters, crocheters, yarn enthusiasts of all experience levels are welcome to join us every Wednesday , from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Abbott Room. This drop-in event is a chance for […]
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Stop by and pick up a book or two! We have puzzles and DVDs for sale also. Book donations will be accepted at the sale: up to 12 good quality […]
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2 events,
Music Together: Discover the Magic
Music Together: Discover the Magic
~Singing, Dancing and Jamming for children and their families! Brought to you by Music Together and Midcoast Music Academy.
How to Talk to Each Other Despite our Differences: the future of our democracy depends on it.
How to Talk to Each Other Despite our Differences: the future of our democracy depends on it.
A Camden Conference Community Event with Craig Freshly, Good Group Decisions. In this interactive program, Craig Freshley will provide lessons learned from facilitating hundreds of conversations among people who […]
2 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets meets weekly on Tuesdays in the Abbott Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Writing prompts are sent in advance of the gatherings by Belfast Poet Laureate Maya Stein, and […]
Tarot Deck Making Group for Teens
Tarot Deck Making Group for Teens
~ Teens 11-17, come be part of our tarot deck making group! You will choose your art style, and card fronts, and then start creation of your very own tarot […]
1 event,
Knit2Together
Knit2Together
Knitters, crocheters, yarn enthusiasts of all experience levels are welcome to join us every Wednesday , from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Abbott Room. This drop-in event is a chance for […]
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1 event,
Youth STEAM Team for School Age Children
Youth STEAM Team for School Age Children
https://extension.umaine.edu/waldo/4h/community-science-explorers/climate-action-exploration/
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Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Story, rhyme, song, shakers, scarves, parachute play, toys and bubbles.
Valentine Card Making Celebration
Valentine Card Making Celebration
Come to the Belfast Free Library and make cards for your loved ones, postal workers, dogs you meet on the street, and for yourself.. whatever floats your boat. Amazing supplies […]
2 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets meets weekly on Tuesdays in the Abbott Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Writing prompts are sent in advance of the gatherings by Belfast Poet Laureate Maya Stein, and […]
Efficiency Maine Presentation
Efficiency Maine Presentation
Save Money Heating Your Home or Business Do you know that Efficiency Maine has programs to subsidize installation of : heat pumps in your home or trailer, hot water heat […]
1 event,
Knit2Together
Knit2Together
Knitters, crocheters, yarn enthusiasts of all experience levels are welcome to join us every Wednesday , from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Abbott Room. This drop-in event is a chance for […]
1 event,
LEGO Club at the Belfast Free Library
LEGO Club at the Belfast Free Library
Love LEGOs? Come join the club. The library provides LEGOs and a scoop. Take your scoop of LEGOs to a table and build. Build what you like or take the […]
2 events,
Medicare 101
Medicare 101
Join us for a free presentation from Seth Funk of Breakwater Retirement Solutions to learn about: The basics of Medicare Changes for 2025 Prescription Drug plans Medicare Advantage Plans Medicare […]
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Sharing books, storytelling, puppetry, song and a craft. Ages 3-6
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Library Closed for Presidents’ Day
2 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets meets weekly on Tuesdays in the Abbott Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Writing prompts are sent in advance of the gatherings by Belfast Poet Laureate Maya Stein, and […]
Come Boating Winter Adventure Series: Adventures in the Faroe Islands with Marci Richardson
Come Boating Winter Adventure Series: Adventures in the Faroe Islands with Marci Richardson
Marci Richardson will share her travel experiences and upcoming journey to the Faroe Islands, a self-governing archipelago of the Kingdom of Denmark, consisting of 18 volcanic islands, located in the […]
2 events,
Civil War Genealogy
Civil War Genealogy
Have you ever wondered if you had an ancestor who fought in the Civil War? Or in what unit? Or when? Or in what battles? So many questions! Genealogist Rick […]
Knit2Together
Knit2Together
Knitters, crocheters, yarn enthusiasts of all experience levels are welcome to join us every Wednesday , from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Abbott Room. This drop-in event is a chance for […]
0 events,
1 event,
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Sharing books, storytelling, puppetry, song and a craft. Ages 3-6
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0 events,
3 events,
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Wiggle and Rhyme for Babies and Toddlers
Story, rhyme, song, shakers, scarves, parachute play, toys and bubbles.
Teen Art Series
Teen Art Series
Session #1 ~Modernism ~ Learn a bit about modernism and then create a piece based on modernism!! Session #2 ~Surrealism ~ We will be looking at some surrealist pieces and then painting […]
2 events,
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets Meet
The Wheelbarrow Poets meets weekly on Tuesdays in the Abbott Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Writing prompts are sent in advance of the gatherings by Belfast Poet Laureate Maya Stein, and […]
Storytelling Workshops for Youth at the Belfast Free Library – January 28 event canceled
Storytelling Workshops for Youth at the Belfast Free Library – January 28 event canceled
Led by Librarian and Storyteller Stephanie Holman Storytelling: Learn to tell a story without use of notes. These mini-workshops will celebrate this spoken word art form. No pressure to perform […]
1 event,
Knit2Together
Knit2Together
Knitters, crocheters, yarn enthusiasts of all experience levels are welcome to join us every Wednesday , from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Abbott Room. This drop-in event is a chance for […]
0 events,
1 event,
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Preschool Storytimes at the Belfast Free Library
Sharing books, storytelling, puppetry, song and a craft. Ages 3-6
1 event,
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Stop by and pick up a book or two! We have puzzles and DVDs for sale also. Book donations will be accepted at the sale: up to 12 good quality […]
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Library News
- Want to improve your tech skills? Sign up for one of our upcoming computer classes!
- Check out the new Storywalk at the Belfast City Park!
- With your library card, you can freely access the New York Times.
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is now LIVE!! You can register your child by clicking here.
Please visit the Kid’s Page for more information.
We are thrilled to introduce you to our latest reading resource that will ignite your imagination and take you on unforgettable journeys through the power of books. Say hello to SelectReads, the ultimate guide to finding your next great read!
Contact Us
106 High Street, Belfast, Maine 04915
Telephone: (207) 338-3884
Monday 9:30 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday Noon – 8:00 pm
Thursday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am- 2:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
New Fiction
New Non-Fiction
Tuesday February 11th at 6:30 join us to learn how you can save money heating your home or business. In person and on Zoom.

Want to show your love to someone! Want to make a meaningful valentine for your postal worker, librarian, partner, or just to hand out to people on the street? If so, come to the Belfast Free Libraries 3rd annual Valentine Card Making Celebration on Monday, February 10th, from 3:00 to 5:00. We will be in the Abbott Room, and it will be filled with food, and supplies and LOVE!!! All are welcome! Everything is free and fun!

The Belfast Free Library Youth Services is again partnering with University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H to conduct STEAM, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math events monthly.
Register is required.

Tarot Card Making for Teens is canceled for today. Stay tuned for more fun opportunities for connection and enrichment at the Belfast Free Library!

First Monday of the month, "Music Together", an early literacy opportunity brought to you by the Belfast Free Library and Midcoast Music Academy.
Making a joyful noise, together.

Tarot Card Making Group for Teens will be meeting today, from 3:00 to 4:30, in the Conference Room of the Belfast Free Library! All teens welcome! Supplies will be provided for you! Snacks too! See you there!!

The three Preschool Storytimes offered in January will include themes of birthdays, staying warm in winter, and bedtime!
Join us at the Belfast Free Library starting tomorrow, Friday, January 10 at 10:00 in the Abbott Room.

Hey all! Get yourself to the YA Gallery to witness the pencil drawers of three teen friends. Alayna Mushrow, Ava Gilbert, and Violette Heyrend show off their creative genius for all to see! It is not to be missed!
