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Since 1896, the Waterville Public Library in Waterville, Maine has been fostering discovery, promoting creativity, and caring about the people in our community.

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The event title is at the top. Beside it is a drawing of a book with a light blue heart and paw print on the cover. Centered below is the event information. In the bottom left corner is the Love on a Leash logo. In the bottom right in a photo of Sadie, a goldendoodle dog.

The event title is at the top. Beside it is a drawing of a book with a light blue heart and paw print on the cover. Centered below is the event information. In the bottom left corner is the Love on a Leash logo. In the bottom right in a photo of Sadie, a goldendoodle dog.

Join us for Pawsome Tales on Thursday, December 4, 3:30–4:30pm. Kids can drop in and read their favorite book with a furry visitor from the Kennebec Valley Chapter of Love on a Leash. No appointment necessary!
#libsky #therapydog #kidslit #loveonaleash

27.11.2025 20:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Waterville Public Library will be close on Thursday, 11/27, and Friday, 11/28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Have a safe and warm weekend!
#thanksgiving #WatervilleMaine

27.11.2025 15:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re excited to welcome Waterville’s new City Manager, Nick Cloutier! Meet & Greet on Thursday, 12/11/25, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Waterville Public Library!
Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.
RSVP via the link or QR code! www.eventbrite.com/.../meet-gre....
#libsky #WatervilleMaine

25.11.2025 23:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A cartoon dinosaur is colored on white paper in color pencil. It is in an oval with two flaps meant to fold over it and make it look like a cracked egg.

A cartoon dinosaur is colored on white paper in color pencil. It is in an oval with two flaps meant to fold over it and make it look like a cracked egg.

The last November Crafternoon is a "Dino in Egg" on 11/25! Come to the Children's Room between 2:30 and 4PM to make this craft with Library staff.
Take pictures of the results and share them here, Facebook, or Instagram we'd love to see the creations!
#crafternoon #libsky #kidscrafts #dinovember

24.11.2025 19:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 11/24 - 11/29
Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information. Thursday says "Library Closed, Happy Thanksgiving!"

At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 11/24 - 11/29 Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information. Thursday says "Library Closed, Happy Thanksgiving!"

Events for the week of 11/24 - 11/29. A light week to close out the month. Reminder that we are closed Thursday and Friday. Happy Thanksgiving!
FMI about these and future events, check out the calendar on our website: www.watervillelibrary.org/events/index...
#libsky #WatervilleMaine

24.11.2025 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Totally agree! ❀️

17.11.2025 21:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A green dinosaur made out of two sections of a cardboard egg box. the feet and back spines are also made out of sections of the box. The face is painted on the front in black, topped with two googly eyes.

A green dinosaur made out of two sections of a cardboard egg box. the feet and back spines are also made out of sections of the box. The face is painted on the front in black, topped with two googly eyes.

The next Dino-vember Crafternoon is an Egg Crate Dinosaur on Tuesday, 11/18! Come to the Childrens Room between 2:30 and 4PM to make this craft.
Take pictures of the results and share them here, Facebook, or Instagram we'd love to see the creations!
#crafternoon #libsky #kidscrafts #dinovember

17.11.2025 19:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 11/17 - 11/22
Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information. Wednesday's reminder that we are no longer accepting donations is accompanied by a box of supplies with a red cancelled symbol over it. Below Saturday's announcement of the Swap is a photo of craft supplies.

At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 11/17 - 11/22 Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information. Wednesday's reminder that we are no longer accepting donations is accompanied by a box of supplies with a red cancelled symbol over it. Below Saturday's announcement of the Swap is a photo of craft supplies.

Events for the week of 11/17 - 11/22. Wednesday's note is a reminder, 11/15 was the last day for donations. See you on Sat., 11/22 for the Craft Supply Swap!
FMI about these and future events, check out the calendar on our website: www.watervillelibrary.org/events/index...
#libsky #WatervilleMaine

17.11.2025 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Blue and purple text stating the information in the post. The text is on a yellow background and surrounded by craft supplies.

Blue and purple text stating the information in the post. The text is on a yellow background and surrounded by craft supplies.

Today, November 15, 2025, is the LAST DAY we will accept craft supply donations! No donations will be accepted after this as we need the following week to organize and prep for the Swap itself on 11/22. Drop by WPL any time between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm!
#craftsupplyswap #watervillemaine #libsky

15.11.2025 14:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The title on the event at the top in green and pink on a yellow splatter and a grey cloud. Below is a simple green, pink, and yellow house place to look like it's flying. To the left of the house is a brief description of the event. In the bottom right is the date and time.

The title on the event at the top in green and pink on a yellow splatter and a grey cloud. Below is a simple green, pink, and yellow house place to look like it's flying. To the left of the house is a brief description of the event. In the bottom right is the date and time.

On Friday, Nov. 21, 3-4:45pm, teens 11-18 can join us for a chaotic One-Shot inspired by "Wicked" and "The Wizard of Oz", using a mash-up of the "Kids on Bikes" system and Grant Howitt’s "Rules for Flying Dungeons". A part of our Teen Tabletop Gaming series.
#libsky #ttrpgs #wizardofoz #kidsonbikes

14.11.2025 20:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Waterville Public Library is closed Tuesday, November 11, 2025 for Veterans Day. Veterans, thank you for your service.
#HappyVeteransDay #hireavet

11.11.2025 15:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 11/10 - 11/15
Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information. Wednesday's reminder about donating to the Craft Supply Swap is surrounded by drawings of sewing and drawing supplies.

At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 11/10 - 11/15 Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information. Wednesday's reminder about donating to the Craft Supply Swap is surrounded by drawings of sewing and drawing supplies.

Events for the week of 11/10 - 11/15. We'll be closed on Tuesday for Veterans Day and this is also the LAST WEEK for donating to the Craft Supply Swap!
FMI about these and future events, check out the calendar on our website: www.watervillelibrary.org/events/index...
#libsky #WatervilleMaine

10.11.2025 16:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The background is a photo of the Waterville Public Library in Waterville, Maine. In the top right is their logo in white. The bottom half is take up by a blue box with "Fine free for two years!" in white. On either side of the text are gold confetti cones.

The background is a photo of the Waterville Public Library in Waterville, Maine. In the top right is their logo in white. The bottom half is take up by a blue box with "Fine free for two years!" in white. On either side of the text are gold confetti cones.

Two years ago, WPL officially halted fees on late items! We wanted to make sure no one feels guilty because it took a couple extra days to finish a good story.
Here's the original announcement / FAQ for more details! www.watervillelibrary.org/news/article...
#watervillemaine #libsky#finefreelibrary

09.11.2025 16:10 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Text: Craft Supply Swap, one week left to drop off supplies! Last day: November 15, all hours to Library is open.
Behind the text is a black background. The text is surrounded by various craft supplies and sewing notions.

Text: Craft Supply Swap, one week left to drop off supplies! Last day: November 15, all hours to Library is open. Behind the text is a black background. The text is surrounded by various craft supplies and sewing notions.

ON WEEK LEFT to donate craft supplies to the Craft Supply Swap! November 15th is the final day we'll accept donations as we need the following week to organize and prep for the Swap itself on 11/22. Drop by any time Waterville Public Library is open!
#craftsupplyswap #watervillemaine #libsky

08.11.2025 16:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A picture of the author reading from one of her books. The covers of her books are super-imposed over the image in the bottom left corner.

A picture of the author reading from one of her books. The covers of her books are super-imposed over the image in the bottom left corner.

TOMORROW! On Saturday, 11/8 from 1:30-2:15 pm, children's author Jeanine Deas returns to Family Storytime. She brings literacy to life through her books and activities! The target audience is 5-8 years of age, but ALL kids and families are welcome!
#storytime #libsky #JeanineDeas #MaineAuthor

07.11.2025 18:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The event title is at the top. Beside it is a drawing of a book with a light blue heart and paw print on the cover. Centered below is the event information. In the bottom left corner is the Love on a Leash logo. In the bottom right in a photo of Sadie, a goldendoodle dog.

The event title is at the top. Beside it is a drawing of a book with a light blue heart and paw print on the cover. Centered below is the event information. In the bottom left corner is the Love on a Leash logo. In the bottom right in a photo of Sadie, a goldendoodle dog.

Join us for Pawsome Tales on Thursday, November 6, 3:30–4:30pm. Kids can drop in and read their favorite book with a furry visitor from the Kennebec Valley Chapter of Love on a Leash. No appointment necessary!
#libsky #therapydog #kidslit #loveonaleash

05.11.2025 16:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Over the weekend, we received more apples from Central Maine Gleaners Group ! We're open until 7pm, so pick some up when you come by for Crafternoon, Threads & Tales, the live reading with Maine authors, or just visiting for new books!
#centralmainegleanersgroup #gleaning #watervillemaine #libsky

04.11.2025 17:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A knitted bag made to look like a mallard duck.

A knitted bag made to look like a mallard duck.

Come to Threads & Tales, on Tuesdays from 5-6:30pm! Crochet, cross-stitch, sewing, embroidery - all crafts and all abilities welcome. This is a relaxed and informal group, with free tea and coffee. #fiberarts #community #libsky #WatervilleME

04.11.2025 16:10 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A blue background is beneath a the covers of the both anthologies. In black boxes are the title of the event, the date, time, and location, and the names of the visiting writers. In the bottom right is the publisher's logo

A blue background is beneath a the covers of the both anthologies. In black boxes are the title of the event, the date, time, and location, and the names of the visiting writers. In the bottom right is the publisher's logo

TOMORROW NIGHT, 11/4! Join us for a live reading from "North Woods at Night" and "Rivers of Ink" at WPL from 5:30-6:30 pm! The event will feature readings by seven writers in the anthologies.
#northwoodsatnight #RiversOfInk #WatervillePublicLibrary #maineauthors #authorreading #12WillowsPress

03.11.2025 23:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A dinosaur made of orange and pink paper. The paper of the body is folded into a fan to make a half circle.

A dinosaur made of orange and pink paper. The paper of the body is folded into a fan to make a half circle.

Di-November is upon us! The first Crafternoon is a Fan Dinosaur on Tuesday, 11/4! Come to the Childrens Room between 2:30 and 4PM to make this craft.
Take pictures of the results and share them here, Facebook, or Instagram we'd love to see the creations!
#crafternoon #libsky #kidscrafts #dinovember

03.11.2025 19:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 11/03 - 11/07
Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information. Wednesday's reminder about donating to the Craft Supply Swap is surrounded by drawings of sewing and drawing supplies.

At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 11/03 - 11/07 Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information. Wednesday's reminder about donating to the Craft Supply Swap is surrounded by drawings of sewing and drawing supplies.

Events for the week of 11/03 to 11/07. We have TWO author visits again: a six-author live reading on 11/4 at 5:30 pm, and Jeanine Deas on 11/08 at 1:30 pm.
FMI about these and future events, check out the calendar on our website: www.watervillelibrary.org/events/index...
#libsky #WatervilleMaine

03.11.2025 16:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A night-time photo on the front of the library. Illustrated ghosts reading books have been placed on the porch and roof. bat silhouettes of bats frame the edges. A larger ghost carrying a stack of books is to the left of the text "Happy Halloween from Waterville Public Library".

A night-time photo on the front of the library. Illustrated ghosts reading books have been placed on the porch and roof. bat silhouettes of bats frame the edges. A larger ghost carrying a stack of books is to the left of the text "Happy Halloween from Waterville Public Library".

People of all ages, come on down to the Waterville Public Library for a sweet treat and a chance to show off your costume or Halloween garb. Staff will be dressed up. We would love to see you!

#libsky #halloween2025 #watervillemaine

31.10.2025 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"STEM" written at an angle in red and blue block letters sits on a white and grey background of science and technology sketches. Below STEM is "with" in red and the logo for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H.

"STEM" written at an angle in red and blue block letters sits on a white and grey background of science and technology sketches. Below STEM is "with" in red and the logo for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H.

Homeschool Hub on 11/6 at 1:00 pm, join Alisha Tagonoski of 4-H University of Maine Cooperative Extension for STEM activities! Homeschool students who are pre-school through elementary grade levels are invited to come.
#libsky #homeschoolhub #stem #stemforkids #watervillemaine

30.10.2025 17:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of stacked wooden blocks on a table with the cover of the Dread RPG book beside it. The title, date, and time of the event is superimposed over the photo.

A photo of stacked wooden blocks on a table with the cover of the Dread RPG book beside it. The title, date, and time of the event is superimposed over the photo.

On Friday, Oct. 31, 2:45-4:45pm, teens 11-18 can join us for a spooky time with the Dread horror RPG. This system's use of a Jenga tower to judge success and failure brings real meaning to the word "Dread". A part of our Teen Tabletop Gaming series.
#libsky #ttrpgs #dreadrpg

29.10.2025 18:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A blue background is beneath a the covers of the both anthologies. In black boxes are the title of the event, the date, time, and location, and the names of the visiting writers. In the bottom right is the publisher's logo

A blue background is beneath a the covers of the both anthologies. In black boxes are the title of the event, the date, time, and location, and the names of the visiting writers. In the bottom right is the publisher's logo

Join us for a live reading from "North Woods at Night" and "Rivers of Ink" at WPL on Tuesday, 11/4, from 5:30-6:30 pm! The event will feature readings by six of the writers in the anthologies.
#northwoodsatnight #RiversOfInk #WatervillePublicLibrary #maineauthors #authorreading #12WillowsPress

28.10.2025 22:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A bat made of salt dough, painted blank with purple polka dots. An orange ribbon in tied through the hole at the top.

A bat made of salt dough, painted blank with purple polka dots. An orange ribbon in tied through the hole at the top.

The last October Crafternoon is a Salt Dough Fall Ornament on 10/28! Come to the Children's Room between 2:30 and 4PM to make this craft with Library staff.
Take pictures of the results and share them here, Facebook, or Instagram we'd love to see the creations!
#crafternoon #libsky #kidscrafts

27.10.2025 18:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 10/27 - 11/01
Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information.

At the top: More reasons to visit your library! 10/27 - 11/01 Below, in black text on white boxes, at the events and programs happening each day of the week. The days of the week are in white text on a blue box at the top of each white box. Below the boxes is the library's logo and contact information.

Events for the week of 10/27 to 11/01. Final chance to participate in the scavenger hunt and win a pumpkin-y prize! Visit on Halloween for a sweet treat!
FMI about these and future events, check out the calendar on our website: www.watervillelibrary.org/events/index...
#libsky #WatervilleMaine

27.10.2025 15:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A brief description of the event with a photo of the Riverview Psychiatric Recover Center sign in the center and the Maine CareerCenter and Waterville Public Library logos at the bottom.

A brief description of the event with a photo of the Riverview Psychiatric Recover Center sign in the center and the Maine CareerCenter and Waterville Public Library logos at the bottom.

Riverview Psychiatric Recovery Center will be at the Waterville Public Library TODAY, Monday, 10/27, from 1-3pm, to discuss job opportunities, benefits, training, and more. We look forward to seeing you!

#WatervilleME #localemployer #hiringevent #libsky

27.10.2025 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A picture of the author reading from one of her books. The covers of her books are super-imposed over the image in the bottom left corner.

A picture of the author reading from one of her books. The covers of her books are super-imposed over the image in the bottom left corner.

On Saturday, 11/8 from 1:30-2:15 pm, children's author Jeanine Deas returns to Family Storytime. She brings literacy to life through her books and activities! The target audience is 5-8 years of age, but ALL kids and families are welcome!
#storytime #libsky #JeanineDeas #MaineAuthor

25.10.2025 17:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A brief description of the event with a photo of the Riverview Psychiatric Recover Center sign in the center and the Maine CareerCenter and Waterville Public Library logos at the bottom.

A brief description of the event with a photo of the Riverview Psychiatric Recover Center sign in the center and the Maine CareerCenter and Waterville Public Library logos at the bottom.

Riverview Psychiatric Recovery Center will be at the Waterville Public Library on both Monday, 10/27, 1-3pm, to discuss job opportunities, benefits, training, and more. We look forward to seeing you!

#WatervilleME #localemployer #hiringevent #libsky

22.10.2025 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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