What’s New at the Ogunquit Library?
New Books
We were awarded a grant from Network National of Library of Medicine Region 7 to supplement our collection with books that amplify diverse voices writing on health/medical topics and that promote health literacy. Come in and Check out our Health Equity Collection here.
New art books continue to arrive from the Cynthia Reid Armbruster and Howard Joseph Reid memorial gift. Click here to see the press release and our new art books.
Upcoming Events
May Book Club
Tuesday, May 21
10:30-11:30 am
We will be discussing The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon Come join us for the discussion!
Ogunquit History Group
Wednesday, April 17
2:30-4:00pm
This group meets monthly to document the formal and informal history of Ogunquit. Bring your knowledge and memories and join the discussion.
Ogunquit Garden Club
Friday, May3
12:30-1:30pm
Help to keep Ogunquit beautiful by joining the Ogunquit Garden Club! The group meets on the first Friday of the month from April – September. All are welcome!
Seaside Speakers Series
Fourth Friday of the Month
Friday, April 26
10:00-11:15am
Join our FIRST Presentation!
Our guest presenter is Heather Morrison-Tapley, a local acupuncturist, herbalist and author. She will read from her first novel, The Herbalist, and will talk a bit about her new book, Highland Magic.
Book Arts Group
Saturdays
9:30-11:30am
Join us and learn about the art of bookbinding.
Fiber Arts Friends
Saturday, April 20
12:00-2:00pm
Sweet Stitches is a crafting group for knitting, crochet, sewing, cross stitch, and other fiber arts. Join us and bring a project you are currently working on or a finished object to share and begin a new one.
The group also works with The Warming Project, they are looking for crafters to help make blankets, scarves, mittens, hats, and socks for the unsheltered on the seacoast. Folks can knit, crochet, or sew these items. Yarn can be provided for this if you have the skills but not the materials. Yarn donations will be accepted as well.