YA Candle Making

Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Make your own eco-friendly, custom made beeswax candles! Designed for ages 12 -18; space is limited to 10 participants. Sign up in advance by emailing Sophie at sgagnon@skiompha.org. Free and open to the public.

Free
Event Series Kids Story Time

Kids Story Time

Library – Kids Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Join us in the Story Circle for a story time filled with movement, song, and some great stories read aloud. Stay afterwards to socialize and play with friends new and old. Story time is loosely…

Free

CHAT with Lynne Olson – Madame Fourcade’s Secret War

Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

New York Times bestselling author Lynne Olson will discuss her latest book, Madame Fourcade’s Secret War on Tuesday, July 23rd at 10 a.m. in Skidompha’s Porter Hall. Please allow adequate time for parking. Olson’s book…

Free
Event Series Kids Story Time

Kids Story Time

Library – Kids Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Join us in the Story Circle for a storytime filled with movement, song, and some great stories read aloud. Stay afterwards to socialize and play with friends new and old. Loosely designed for children ages…

Free
Event Series 4H Summer Of Science

4H Summer Of Science

Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

This free science-learning program is brought to you by 4H and the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and is designed for students ages 7 to 12. Sign up for sessions individually at Skidompha’s Children’s desk…

Free
Event Series Genealogy Round Table Discussions

Genealogy Round Table Discussions

Carpenter Room 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Genealogy Round Table discussions are informal opportunities to share and collaborate with researchers on the same topics. No sign-up needed for this free time of sharing experiences and resources. July 10: Reading Old Writing- Bring…

Free
Event Series Paws to Read

Paws to Read

Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Chance the dog is a great listener! Entertain him and practice your reading. Reserve your twenty minute spot by emailing children@skidompha.org, visiting the Children’s Circulation Desk, or calling the library at 207-563-5513. For ages 6…

Free

Lunch & Learn Branding

Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Damariscotta Region Chamber of Commerce Lunch and Learn Branding: What it Means & Why It’s Important

A Universe of Stories: International Stories

Library – Courtyard 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME

This summer, we are celebrating “A Universe of Stories” at Skidompha Library. Join us for a casual gathering to share International stories. Bring your lunch with you and a story to share.

Free
Event Series Kids Story Time

Kids Story Time

Library – Kids Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Join us in the Story Circle for a story time filled with movement, song, and some great stories read aloud. Stay afterwards to socialize and play with friends new and old. Story time is loosely…

Free

CHAT with Heather Cox Richardson: The History of the Republican Party

Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Heather Cox Richardson will discuss the history of the Republican Party at Skidompha Library on July 30 Skidompha Library’s Chats with Champions speaker program will feature Heather Cox Richardson on Tuesday, July 30 at 10…

Free
Event Series Kids Story Time

Kids Story Time

Library – Kids Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Join us in the Story Circle for a storytime filled with movement, song, and some great stories read aloud. Stay afterwards to socialize and play with friends new and old. Loosely designed for children ages…

Free
Event Series 4H Summer Of Science

4H Summer Of Science

Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

This free science-learning program is brought to you by 4H and the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and is designed for students ages 7 to 12. Sign up for sessions individually at Skidompha’s Children’s desk…

Free
Event Series Genealogy Round Table Discussions

Genealogy Round Table Discussions

Carpenter Room 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Genealogy Round Table discussions are informal opportunities to share and collaborate with researchers on the same topics. No sign-up needed for this free time of sharing experiences and resources. July 10: Reading Old Writing- Bring…

Free

YA Quill Making

Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Do the quills of Hogwarts students make you jealous? Join us to make your very own quill pen! Designed for ages 12 -18; no advance sign up needed. Drop-ins welcome. Free and open to the…

Paper Rocket Making

Library – Kids Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Make your very own air-powered paper rockets! Join Skidompha and Maine State Library STEM Specialist Chris Dorman to design, build, and fly your rockets! Advance sign up required; please sign up at the Children’s desk…

Free
Event Series 4H Summer Of Science

4H Summer Of Science

Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

This free science-learning program is brought to you by 4H and the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and is designed for students ages 7 to 12. Sign up for sessions individually at Skidompha’s Children’s desk…

Free
Event Series Genealogy Round Table Discussions

Genealogy Round Table Discussions

Carpenter Room 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Genealogy Round Table discussions are informal opportunities to share and collaborate with researchers on the same topics. No sign-up needed for this free time of sharing experiences and resources. July 10: Reading Old Writing- Bring…

Free

CHAT with Craig & Fred

Craig & Fred: A Marine, A Stray Dog, and How they Rescued Each Other – August 8th at Skidompha Library Chats with Champions welcomes Craig Grossi, former US Marine, and Fred, former Afghani stray. Grossi…

Free
Event Series Paws to Read

Paws to Read

Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Chance the dog is a great listener! Entertain him and practice your reading. Reserve your twenty minute spot by emailing children@skidompha.org, visiting the Children’s Circulation Desk, or calling the library at 207-563-5513. For ages 6…

Free

Senator Angus King: Constituent Services @ Skidompha

Library – Atrium 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

From the office of Senator Angus King:  “Your Government, Your Neighborhood” – Senator King’s Constituent Services Representatives at Skidompha Library How can we help you? We at Senator King’s staff are ready to listen and…

Free

Mark Alan Leslie: Maine’s Underground Railroad

Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Mark Alan Leslie: Maine’s Underground Railroad Lecture on August 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Porter Hall Facing the danger of jail and heavy fines, a number of Mainers in the Midcoast area formed…

Free

A Universe of Stories: Out-of-this-World Stories

Library – Courtyard 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME

This summer, we are celebrating “A Universe of Stories.” Join us for a casual gathering to share books that are “Out-of-this-world” – Sci fi/ fantasy. Bring your lunch with you and a story to share….

Free

YA Book Edge Painting

Library – Teens Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Trick out your favorite book with some paint! Bring your own book to paint and Skidompha will provide the art supplies. Designed for ages 12 -18; space is limited to 10 participants. Sign up in…

Free

Chewonki: Owls of Maine

Library – Kids Area 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Join Chewonki’s Owl experts at Skidompha Library for an interactive program with live animals. Beginning with slides and sounds, participants will learn the identifying characteristics and calls of each owl. Then, using talons, wings, and…

Free

CHAT with Richard Clarke and Robert Knake – The Fifth Domain, Cyber Security

Porter Hall 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Join authors Richard Clarke and Robert Knake to learn about their title – The Fifth Domain: Cyber Security From Penguin Random House: “There is much to fear in the dark corners of cyberspace. From well-covered…

Free
Event Series Genealogy Round Table Discussions

Genealogy Round Table Discussions

Carpenter Room 184 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME, United States

Genealogy Round Table discussions are informal opportunities to share and collaborate with researchers on the same topics. No sign-up needed for this free time of sharing experiences and resources. July 10: Reading Old Writing- Bring…

Free