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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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

CHAT with Susanne Dunlap: Listen to the Wind – Orphans of Tolosa, Book 1

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

Susanne Dunlap, Historical Fiction Writer, to speak at Skidompha Library on August 20 Chats with Champions welcomes Susanne Dunlap, author of historical fiction, to Skidompha Library’s Porter Hall on Tuesday, August 20. Dunlap will discuss…

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Mr. Drew & His Animals Too

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

Meet Mr. Drew’s rescued and rehabilitated animals in this hands-on educational experience! All ages welcome, no sign up necessary. Free and open to the public.

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

Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals

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

Join Lindsay and her larger-than-life Puppet Pals for a fun and interactive performance at Skidompha! Filled with silliness, active audience engagement, and unique, memorable characters, this series of charming short stories will delight the young…

Free

A Universe of Stories: Animal 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 Animal-related. Bring your lunch with you and a story to share. We will be drawing…

Free

Celebration Henna with Erica Qualey

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

Celebrate the end of Skidompha’s summer learning program with a henna tattoo by artist Erica Qualey. Open to all ages; drop-ins welcome.

Free

Play Music on the Porch Day

“Music goes beyond words. It can transcend the most difficult barriers. It ties us together like a thread through our hearts. Our skin is many colors but music is in our blood, our bones and…

Free

Labor Day – Library Closed

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

The library will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 2nd. Enjoy your holiday!

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…

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CHAT with Bob Hills: Iceland

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

Skidompha Library welcomes returning speaker and noted photographer Bob Hills to the Chats with Champions stage. His illustrated talk will feature his stunning original photographs of Iceland and will take place on September 5th at…

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Chat with Beth Preston

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

Local Music Director Beth Preston to Speak on Tuesday, September 17th at Skidompha Library Beth Preston, a local conductor, music coach, teacher, and multi-talented musical tour de force will be the featured speaker at Skidompha Library’s…

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Genealogy: Scanning Best Practices

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

This short demonstration and talk will cover scanning basics. Handling and displaying original items causes wear and degradation. Good digital copies allow unlimited sharing while preserving the original items. We’re successful when the scan and…

Free

Howard Solomon: Making Sense of Anti-Semitism

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

Making Sense of Anti-Semitism with Howard Solomon: Upcoming Lecture at Skidompha Library Howard Solomon will present for Chats with Champions on the topic of Anti-Semitism. His lecture In the Shadow of Pittsburgh: Making Sense of…

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