The Monarchs have arrived!
Can you spot two Monarch caterpillars in this photo?
They were tiny when they arrived last week. Since then, they’ve been munching on Common and Swamp Milkweed and growing fast.
As they grow, their bodies will become too large […]
Curtis Memorial Library Now Has Libby!
The Libby app is the new way to access ebooks and audio books. Download the Libby app onto your devices from the Apple […]
Free Summer Lunches for Kids, Teens & Caregivers
THE VEGGIE VAN IS COMING!
MON-FRIDAY, June 17-Aug 3* at 12:10PM
*(no lunch on July 4)
Stop by to pick up a lunch […]
Interlibrary loan alternatives: how to find your next read
As you may have already heard, borrowing between libraries has been temporarily suspended due to extended contract negotiations at the state level for van delivery service. We expect there will be no ILL delivery through at least mid-August. Over 200 Maine libraries and their patrons are impacted. We know this […]
Wild Seed Check In
In January we gave away native Maine seeds, which need a long winter to germinate. The seeds need to be exposed to the elements, yet protected, so starting the seeds in pots is a good way to ensure successful germination. We gave away […]
Introducing the 2024-25 Maine Student Book Award Nominees
Calling all 4th – 8th Graders! From fantasy to realistic fiction, there are a lot of choices.
If you like Fantasy:
Genealogy help this spring and summer
Our fantastic genealogy volunteer Lynne will contine to offer assistance here at the Library on the following Sundays, from 12:30 – 3:30:
March 24, April 7, April 21, and April 28.
May – August she will not be able to be here at the library. However, if you have a genealogy question […]
Special Eclipse Programming for Kids & Adults
Solar Eclipse on Monday April 8! We have programs and activities to help you get ready.
For Kids
March – Mid-April, Anytime: Let’s Explore Space Interactive Exhibit
Get ready for the eclipse by exploring the solar system. Learn about the planets and stars through coloring pages, […]
New Bestseller Titles
Are you one of 137 people on hold for Liz Cheney’s new memoir ? Maybe you are eager to read the latest by Alex Michaelides or JD […]
Blind Date with a Book
Celebrate February with a Blind Date….
Do you judge a book by its cover? Try a Blind Date with a Book!
These books are single and ready […]
Curtis Blooms! Native Seed Giveaway
Start Maine Native Seeds at Home!
We invite you to start native seeds now and in the Spring, you will have plants to set out in your garden. Native seeds need a long winter to germinate. The seeds need to be exposed […]
Staff Picks 2023
We asked Curtis staff: what are the books you most enjoyed in 2023? the books you find yourself […]