UPCOMING EVENTS
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2018 EVENTS
JULY 2018
THURSDAY, JULY 5 AT 7 PM
FIRST THURSDAY PROGRAM – PAUL H. NADEAU
Every Stone Tells A Story
As a Geological Specialists and Professor II at Stavanger University, Stavanger, Norway, Paul will talk about the geology of Maine and how our island rocks were made.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 11 AT 10 AM
OWLS OF MAINE – CHEWONKI PROGRAM
Learn habitats and adaptations of these fascinating birds. Presented by the Chewonki Foundation. Suitable for children ages 5 and older. Program is FREE and lasts about an hour.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 AT 10 AM
FUR, FEATHER, & FEET – CHEWONKI PROGRAM
An introduction to birds and mammals. Presented by the Chewonki Foundation. Suitable for children ages 5 and older. Program is FREE and lasts about an hour.
SATURDAY, JULY 21 AT 1:45 PM
THIRD ANNUAL BOWDOIN INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL COMMUNITY CONCERT AT THE BAILEY ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH (NOTE LOCATION CHANGE)
FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT by students from the BOWDOIN INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL at the Bailey Island Community Church ((on Rte. 24), 2141 Harpswell Islands Rd. Bailey Island). The Orr’s Island Library is hosting these musicians for our third year. This free concerts offers an opportunity to enjoy a wonderful afternoon of music in an historic venue. As part of the Community Concert series, these musicians engage with audiences and widen their reach and identify entrepreneurial ways to interact and grow through music. The concert will be followed by a reception with refreshments and an opportunity to visit with the musicians.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 25 AT 10AM
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM -THE MAGIC of CONJURING CAROL
By popular demand Carroll Chapman returns with his blend of magic and instructional lessons about the importance of reading
AUGUST 2018
AUGUST 1 – 4
ANNUAL LIBRARY BOOK SALE & FAIR
See you at Sylvester Field at Lowell’s Cove for our annual book sale, 10AM- 2 PM each day. This is an OIL major fundraiser and great fun.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1 beginning at 10 AM we have a bake sale and later in the day we have a hot lunch for sale.
KIDS’ ACTIVITIES at the ANNUAL BOOK SALE & FAIR on AUGUST 1, 10AM -2PM
Hoola Hoop Mania with Amanda from 10-11AM. Amanda supplies the hoops or bring your own. Additional Kids’ Activities and Games until 2 PM.
Books, CDs, DVDs, Puzzle, “White Elephant Items”, Homemade Baked Goodies, Yummy Lunch Stuff, & Activities for Kids.
OTTO the Moose will make an appearance courtesy of Bill Dodge Auto Group.
Lauren Abbey Greenberg, author of “The Battle of Junk Mountain” will have a table at the sale to sell and sign her books. She is an award-winning scriptwriter/producer and a graduate of the Institute of Children’s Literature.
Lauren lives in MD & has spent summers in Maine for 20 years. Her book is loosely based on her time in Maine. Its about a hoarder, protecting memories, and intergenerational relationships.
If other local authors are interested in setting up a table at the sale, please contact the library.
Volunteers are needed to help make this MAJOR OIL FUNDRAISER a success. Volunteers are needed for baking, set up, and working the sales. Please contact the library if you would like to help out. Thanks.
SEPTEMBER 2018
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 AT 7 PM
FIRST THURSDAY PROGRAM – FRANK CONNORS
Self Publishing, Rewards and Dangers!
The Member Services Manager for People Plus for 15 years, Frank will read from his book, Speaking Frankly, and reveal details about his next book.
OCTOBER 2018
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 7 PM
FIRST THURSDAY PROGRAM – BENJAMIN WILLIAMSON
Magazine Cover Photographs
Brunswick resident and Director of Photography for Down East magazine, Bens photographs have graced many front covers over the years. He comes to Harpswell frequently when the light is just right.
NOVEMBER 2018
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1 AT 7 PM
FIRST THURSDAY PROGRAM – SUSAN BEEGEL PhD
“Harriet Beecher Stowe, The Pearl of Orr’s Island and Maine Summer Tourism”
This illustrated lecture will explore how Pearl-based tourism helped a small Maine fishing village reinvent itself for a new summer economy.
DECEMBER 2018
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6 AT 7 PM
FIRST THURSDAY PROGRAM – BOB GARVER
Let’s Talk and Taste Coffee
Bob, Orr’s Island resident and the owner of Wicked Joe Organic Coffee will talk about his
Mission to source exceptional coffee from around the world, guarantee sustainable wages for the farmers who grow our wonderful beans, and roast epic coffee for each and every customer. This will be the 4th December tasting of our 1st Thursday Programs.
