Readings from: “Rivers of Ink: Literary Reflections on the Penobscot”

 Join us for an evening of readings by local poets and writers to showcase Rivers of Ink: Literary Reflections on the Penobscot, a remarkable charity anthology produced in collaboration with this year's Bangor Authors' Fair and Literary Festival. Rivers of Ink showcases the talents of 61 local writers, a mix of established and new names, including Sherri Mitchell, Ret Talbot, […]

Knit2Together

Abbott Room

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 knitters- and crocheters too- of all ages and experience levels to chat, get tips, and learn from each other while working on their own projects. […]

Free Mending Workshop with Rambling Repair

Abbott Room

For centuries, and all across thee globe, people have been picking up a needle and thread to "make do and mend" and fix what is fixable.  Simply using a needle and thread and your own two hands, patching is an accessible, creative, and satisfying craft that allows you to keep your favorite items wearable while […]

Event Series Genealogy group meeting

Genealogy group~ One Name Study: Learoyd

Abbott Room

In genealogy circles, a one name study (ONS) is focused on one surname and its variants, with the aim of gathering every mention of the name in records. Join the Maine State Library’s Genealogy Reference Specialist, B.J. Jamieson, for a discussion about her study tracing the name Learoyd, heavily focused on the Bradford/Huddersfield area of […]

Storytelling Through Fabric for Teens with Jane McLean

Conference Room

View a tabletop display of select panels from the “circles of my life: a fiber art celebration“ Exhibit. Learn the process of telling a personal story using fabric pieces in a traditional pattern. Create a framed wall hanging based on the folded star pattern; no sewing is required. Share a story about your work. Register by emailing Crystal at [email protected] […]