Liberty Library

Monday 12:00-7:00
Tuesday 10:00-4:00
Wednesday 10:00-4:00.
Thursday 10:00-4:00. 
Friday 10:00-4:00

Crafters – Wed. 10:30am

Story Time – Fridays 10:30am

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Update about Interlibrary Loan: The appeal hearing decision has been issued, and the appeal was not upheld. This means  a contract can begin with the new courier. The draft contract will go to the State Procurement Review Committee (SPRC) for approval, which can take up to four weeks. To be clear, we do not yet have a firm date to resume service so requesting between libraries remains suspended. Library users are still able to request and place holds on items owned by their home library. 

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Reciprocal borrowing can continue during the interruption. However if you borrow this way, you must return materials to the owning library. See list of participating libraries. If you do not have a reciprocal borrowing card, you may request one. If the barcode on your library card has faded, please return your card to the library. A new barcode printed on a laser printer will be affixed to your card.

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See the Circulation and Borrowing Policy for membership information.

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Large Print books in URSUS

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Friday, July 26, 6:00pm (note start time)

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Lindsay’s funny, fast-paced, and highly interactive variety show delights the young and the young at heart! Kids will meet several larger-than-life, hand-crafted puppets… Perhaps a goofy moose, a heroic tiger, or a lovable bear. Oh my! Maybe a dancing robot or flamingo, an adorable mouse, a stubborn goat, a shy dragon, or a singing dinosaur! Come find out who’s making an appearance this time!

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Lindsay has been performing full-time since 2011, presenting to several thousand children each year. Through animated storytelling and thoughtful messaging, she hopes to inspire creative play, resilience, and empathy in even the youngest. She also believes shared joy and laughter strengthen communities.

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This program is a great fit for ages 3-8 and families.

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Website: www.lindsayspuppetpals.com

Drew Merlo loves re-purposing collected and found materials, then giving them new life. His exhibit of metal sculptures is on display at the Liberty Library in July and August.

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In 2019, his dream became a reality upon moving to Liberty, Maine and setting up a home workshop. This is his “happy place’ where he spends combing through new inventory, working away at his bench, or simply searching for inspiration.

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Drew’s unique sculptures are for sale and he is generously donating 10% of sales to the library. He will also be at the Crafts Fair at the library on Saturday, July 20, 9:00-1:00, if you would like to meet him and discuss his works. Follow “dmetalart” on Instagram.

Saturday, July 20, 9:00am-1:00pm

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These crafters will have items for sale be at the Library Craft Fair this year:

• Betsy Levine – Jewelry
• Gus Szabronski – Wood Turned Bowls
• Bramble Dragon Pottery (Sett Belise)
• Drew Merlo – Metal Items (see Exhibit)
• Ayla’s Earrings – Jewelry

Plus, there will be a library table selling a variety of craft items to benefit the library. If you made items for the Craft Fair, please bring them to the library by July 19. Include your name and suggested price for the item.

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May be outside or inside, depending on the weather.

Bring cash or check!

The library has added a privacy booth! The Zenbooth is available for you to use if you need to participate in an online meeting or conference, take a phone call,  a telehealth appointment, or just need a quiet place to work. Layers of acoustic insulation and felt panels dampen sound and enable private conversations. You can bring your own device or use the library’s laptop computer. The Zenbooth has an automatic dimmable light and fan, an adjustable desk, and a ceiling skylight and full clear door so you won’t feel claustrophobic. (The above photo was taken with the door open because of the glare.)

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Libraries aren’t quiet places as they used to be. The library is a multi-use community space, but the Zenbooth gives an individual space to work in silence and perhaps tap into their zen energy!

Thanks to state grant funding through Remote Work Through Libraries, a part of Governor Mill’s Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan, the library has added new resources to enhance the remote work experience. In addition to the Zenbooth, we added an outlet in the “Where the Sidewalk Ends” area so people can plug in while they work at the outdoor table. The grant also enabled the library to purchase a color printer and another laptop. All of these enhancements expand the library’s ability to increase public access to the free, high-speed internet.

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Quilt Raffle

“Color Splash” is 39” x 52”, machined pieced and quilted by Sue Chapin.The quilt is on display at the library.

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Tickets are on sale for $5.00. Winner  drawn on August 24th.

Liberty Library is working with the National Digital Equity Center (NDEC) and Waldo Broadband Corporation to offer free digital literacy classes for our community. These classes are in-person:

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Internet Safety (This is a series of 2 sessions)
July 23 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 PM
July 30 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 PM
At the Liberty Library

Using Facebook Securely
August 14 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 PM
At Searsmont Town Library

Creating a Community Facebook Group
August 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 PM
At the Liberty Library

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Register here.  Click on the “Reserve your spot” button. You can also email or call 207-589-3161. (Thursday or Friday afternoons are best.) Please register as early as possible as classes are limited. If you do not receive a registration confirmation email, please contact the library.

HOLD THIS! by Carolyn Cory Scoppettone; illustrated by Priscilla Alpaugh As Mika asks her father to hold every treasure she finds on their walk, he, in turn, urges her to carry only what she can hold. Mika finds both the wonders and treasures of nature, and the ability to pick herself up after a fall.

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