Library News | Early June 2023

A Message from the Library Director
Contributions
For some a contribution is a gift of time to support a cause or service. This may be a significant amount of time such as that given by our dedicated volunteers, or a moment improving our community as you pick up a piece of litter.  Some people share their talents or expertise without compensation. And a third category of contributions comes from wealth or treasure, be that modest or vast, one time or ongoing...
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In this Issue
A Message from the Library Director
POSTPONED - Wesley McNair
June Monday Matinee
Youth Drawing Workshop with Kevin Hawkes
The Tween Lock-In is Going Renaissance
Podcast Club
Armchair Traveler
Emergency Preparedness
All Ages Board Game Night
Save the Date - Summer Learning Kick-Off
Maine Humanities Council Read ME Statewide Community Read
Additional Events
Reading Buddies
Introduction to D&D and Magic
Monthly Book Discussion Groups
More Adult Library Groups
Reserve New Books Now!
Age-Friendly Scarborough
Career Center
Featured Library Service: English Language Learning Services
Library Closings
POSTPONED - Wesley McNair
This event will be held next fall.
 
In the meantime, enjoy Wesley McNair's latest book, Late Wonders.

As part of the Ann P. Hammond Memorial Literature Series, Scarborough Public Library is pleased to welcome Wesley McNair.
 
“At 81, Wesley McNair is writing the best poetry of his life—poetry uniquely capable of, and interested in, addressing our larger moment.” —Los Angeles Review of Books
June Monday Matinee
Monday, June 5, 1:30pm
 
It is based on the true story of Mamie Till-Bradley, an educator and activist who pursued justice after the murder of her 14-year-old son Emmett in August 1955. The film stars Danielle Deadwyler as Mamie and Jalyn Hall as Emmett.
 
Rated PG-13, 130 minutes
 
Seating is limited and registration is required. Register here or call 883-4723 option 4. 
Youth Drawing Workshop with Kevin Hawkes
Wednesday, June 7
2:30-3:30pm
Only a few spaces left, register now!
Kids ages 10 & up are invited to join us for a fun drawing workshop Kevin Hawkes.
Have you ever tried to draw a hand only to have it turn out, well, awkward? Does drawing a nose leave you mystified?
Come join internationally recognized illustrator Kevin Hawkes and self-proclaimed president of the Awkward Hand Society as he unlocks some of the mysteries behind drawing faces, hands, and feet. Students can bring their favorite sketchbook and pencils or borrow some from the library. 
Space is limited, register here: Drawing Workshop with Kevin Hawkes
The Tween Lock-In is Going Renaissance
Friday, June 9, 6-8pm
The Scarborough Library's Teen Advisory Board's Lock-in is back! Join us on Friday, June 9 from 6-8 PM and venture into the world of fantasy and adventure!
 
Enjoy storytelling, arts and crafts, a maze and much more! Registration is required: "Renaissance Fair" Lock-In for Tweens
Podcast Club
Tuesday, June 13
2-3pm
Recent scholarship centers on the benefits of feeling awe in our lives, in ways both big and small.  The podcast selections for this meeting delve into the science of awe, and then take a closer look at the awe inspired by the vastness of space, the wonders of nature, and the joys of music.  
 
Here is the "menu" of podcasts. Please listen to one or more to prepare for the discussion.
Armchair Traveler
Thursday, June 15 
7pm
 
Join traveler Kris Hoyt in an adventure through Africa as she speaks "Of Rhinos, Rangolins, and a Black Footed Cat: The Plight of Endangered Species in Africa."
 
Registration is required for this popular speaker: Armchair Traveler
Emergency Preparedness
Friday, June 16
10am
 
Learn about Emergency Preparedness and pick up a bag of emergency essentials. Speakers include Chief Sandler, EMS; Chief Kindelan, Fire Department; and Chelsea Robins, CCEMA
This event is sponsored by Age-Friendly Scarborough.
 
Age-Friendly Scarborough is currently looking for adults of any age to join the committee. If interested, please call Elsa Rowe at 396-6279 or email ERowe@scarboroughlibrary.org
 All Ages Board Game Night
Friday, June 16, 5-8pm
Bring the whole family, a couple of friends, or come on your own! Either way, plan to play games with anyone! This is a great way to have some fun, and maybe make a new friend. We will supply the games & snacks, you supply the fun! If you have a game you wish someone would play with you, feel free to bring it along.
We had a BLAST last time, so we're doing it again! ALL AGES!
Save the Date - Summer Learning Kick-Off
With Sparks' Ark!
Wednesday, June 21
6:30pm at the Wentworth School

Join the Library at the Wentworth School on Wednesday, June 21, for a fun kick-off Summer Learning event with Josh Sparks from SPARKS' ARK! Meet some amazing live animals and hear fascinating stories of animal rescue!
 
Pick up Summer Learning materials then, or later at Scarborough Public Library.
 
Summer Learning events will run through August 11. There will be things for babies, kids, teens, and adults of all ages. Keep an eye on Upcoming Library Events for details!
Maine Humanities Council Read ME
Statewide Community Read
Scarborough Public Library
Read ME Events
  • Tuesday, June 27, 6-7pm: Book Discussion for "Lungfish"
  • Wednesday, July 12, 7-8pm: Watch Party for Maine Humanities Council's "Conversation with Author Meghan Gilliss
  • Tuesday, July 25, 6-7pm: Book Discussion for "Night of the Living Rez"
  • Wednesday, August 9, 7-8pm: Watch Party for Maine Humanities Council's "Conversation with Author Morgan Talty
Additional Events
Looking for more?

Our events page is constantly evolving. Check here for upcoming events: Upcoming Library Events or view it as a Calendar here: Events Calendar
 
Reading Buddies
Pairing Beginning Readers with Older Students
Our Reading Buddies program pairs beginning readers with older students for some one-on-one reading time.  Little Buddies practice reading, gaining fluency and deepen their love of reading while Big Buddies develop responsibility and leadership skills.  
Students ages 12 & up are invited to fill out an application to become a Big Buddy.  For more information visit our website or contact us at 207-396-6277 or email us at kids@scarboroughlibrary.org.  
 
Introduction to D&D and Magic
Interested in learning a bit about Dungeons and Dragons or the Magic the Gathering card game? Don’t know where to start? Schedule a session at the library to learn how to make a DnD character, start your own campaign, play a game of Magic, and so much more!
Email kids@scarboroughlibrary.org to find out more!
 
Monthly Book Discussion Groups 
Tuesday Morning Group
(in-person/zoom option)
 
June 6 at 10:00am
Solito
by Javier Zamora 
If you are not on this group's email list, please contact us.
Wednesday Evening Group
(in-person/zoom option)
 
June 14 at 6:00pm
Isaac's Storm
by Erik Larson
 
If you are not on this group's email list, please contact us.
Books On Tap - Mondays
(Meets at Sea Dog Brewing)
 
June 19 at 4:30pm
Demon Copperhead
by Barbara Kingsolver
 
If you are not on this group's email list, please contact us.
 
 
Visit our Book Groups Page for more information and future book selections.
 
More Adult Library Groups
Knitters
Saturdays
10am-12pm
Click here for more information
 
Sketchers
Fri., June 9
10am-12pm
Click here for more information
 
Pathfinders
Wed., June 7
 5pm-9:30pm
Click here for more information
 
 
 
 
Learn English -- ELL Instruction @ Your Library
Wednesdays from 9am-12pm
Scarborough Adult Learning Center staff hosts a FREE learning lab for ELL students in partnership with the Scarborough Public Library. Instruction focuses on improving skills in English as well as achieving personal language goals.
Contact Marianne Doyle FMI 207-730-5045
 
Thursday, June 22 @ 5:30pm
Interested in French conversation? Join other French speakers every fourth Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm for casual conversation. Beginners and experienced speakers are all welcome.
 
Questions? Would you like a discussion group in Spanish too? Contact Elsa Rowe at 207-396-6279
Reserve New Books Now!
Want to reserve the newest books? Check out our list of New Fiction. You can even sign up to have this list and others featuring new materials emailed to you on a regular basis.
 
Age-Friendly Scarborough
 
As part of Age-Friendly Scarborough, let's go for a walk! 
 
This all-ages walking program has two goals in mind: let's get outside for a walk, and let's chat while we do it! For this program, "walking" refers to any ambulatory method along a path, so using a walker, a wheelchair, a scooter, a stroller, or roller-skates all count.
 
Walking Groups run through July 31, for a hundred days of walking! Join us for a party on July 31st to celebrate!
 
For more details & meetup times: www.scarboroughlibrary.org/walking
 
June 6 & 13 include added balance exercises with Dr. Jason Adour.

Career Center
Career Center
Benefit from assistance provided by Omolola Ochuba of the Maine Department of Labor's Career Center here at the Library. Make an appointment for June 13 to discuss job searching, resume writing & interviewing, registered apprenticeships, training and education assistance, federal bonding information, and job programs for veterans. For an appointment or more information, contact the Reference Desk at 883-4723 option 4 or askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org
Featured Library Service:
 English Language Learning Services
For more information: English Language Learning Services | Scarborough Public Library
Accessibility Tools
While on our library's website you can open a set of accessibility tools by clicking the green logo that appears in the bottom-left of every page. This set of tools includes translation services for over 100 languages.
Please note that these tools don't carry over to other sites we link to (such as our online catalog). It's just for translating pages on this website, including this page. Try it!
Library Closings
Scarborough Public Library
48 Gorham Rd.
Scarborough, Maine 04074
(207) 883-4723

www.scarboroughlibrary.org