The library will be closed Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12 in observance of Veterans Day.
The library will close at 3:00PM on Wednesday, November 23 and then will be closed Thursday, November 24 through Saturday, November 26 for Thanksgiving.
If you are sick: Please don't come in! Call 207-865-3307 when you arrive at the library and a staff person will bag up your items and place them outside the front door for you.
deadlines and methods for returning absentee ballots
PDFs of each town's sample ballot/s
nonpartisan information on registering to vote, your rights as a Maine voter, how to fill out a ballot, ranked choice voting, finding voting information in languages besides English, etc.
Monthly Art Exhibit Spotlight
Watercolors by Samantha Wheelock
Stop by Freeport Community Library’s adult reading room during the month of November for some lovely watercolors by Freeporter Samantha Wheelock.
Samantha started her watercolor artwork as a way to be creative and to get out of the house with two very young children in quick, one-night art classes. She enjoyed watercolor so much she started taking a class and has been painting now for over 5 years. Samantha loves color and feels like painting is a fun way to decompress in a stressful life. Watercolor is unpredictable and, being a person who likes structure and planning, it takes her out of her comfort zone. Going to class during COVID, wearing a mask, and working in a garage with doors open really helped her when she had kids at home 24/7. Now each morning her kids are excited to see the progress she has made on her paintings after each class. Samantha continues to stretch her skills with new elements, painting pictures with unrealistic colors, trying mixed media with watercolor and pen, and has recently done some portrait work. She loves coming to the library and enjoying everyone's artwork and is very excited to now be on display with her own exhibit. Per the artist: "I hope you enjoy my artwork as much as I enjoy bringing it to you!"
"Ladies of a Certain Age" Book Club
The "Ladies of a Certain Age" book club are meeting again at the library and are open to new members (and, despite their name, are open to all!). They meet on the third Wednesday of every month from 10:00AM - 11:30AM and enjoy a variety of genres. In addition to discussing the book, they often spend time tying their reading to current events if applicable. Sometimes the conversation is too good, and they will continue a discussion over lunch at a local restaurant. Their November read will be Christina Baker Kline's Orphan Train; some anticipated upcoming books are Remarkably Bright Creatures and Night of the Living Rez.
Troubleshoot your technology problems with Andrew and Meghan! Join them in the Bartol Room and be sure to bring any and all passwords, as well as the device itself (if mobile). No appointments are necessary; if there is a line, questions will be limited to 10 minutes per person (you can sign up again and wait for another turn if you still need help). Note: we cannot fix your electronics. These events are free and open to the public. We occasionally need to cancel individual sessions, so please see our Calendar of Events or call ahead to check for cancellations!
Gentle Yoga Flow with Sara Helman
First Fridays beginning November 4, 11:00AM-12:00PM
Begin a mindful month with free yoga the first Friday of every month at Freeport Community Library! We will focus on linking breath with movements that feel right for your body. Gift yourself this time to breathe, move, and relax so you can increase flexibility and mobility, feel connected, and decrease stress. This event is held in our large meeting room. Mats are provided; please bring a block, blanket, or towel for a support for poses. Sara Helman is a RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance. Free and open to the public; masks optional.
Let's Talk About Hospice
Wednesday, November 9, 5:30-6:30PM
Hospice care is compassionate professional care from an interdisciplinary team of experts at end of life. As well as expert medical care, the team also provides care for the whole person and their family and loved ones. Though it’s a simple concept, there are many myths and misunderstandings that surround it. Join Hospice of Southern Maine Community Liaison, Kim Crabill, in FCL's meeting room to learn about hospice care and find out if it’s right for you or a loved one. Free and open to the public; face coverings optional.
November Spice Club: Black Sesame
Starts Thursday, November 17 at 10:00AM
Spice Club is a monthly take-and-make craft for adults. Swing by the library to pick up the month's unique spice and try one of the included recipes, or seek out your own inspiration! The featured November spice is black sesame. Spice Club kits include pre-portioned spice as well as regional/cultural background and at least two recipes printed on cardstock. Pickup begins Thursday, November 17 at 10:00AM and will continue until supplies run out. This take-and-make craft is free and open to the public.
Free Career Counseling
November 17 and December 8 from 2:30-4:00PM
Join a career counselor for customized assistance with:
training opportunities / locating a registered apprenticeship
job searches
resumes
interviewing
Veterans services and job search assistance
other career opportunities
This is a free drop-in session in FCL's meeting room with Southern Midcoast CareerCenter Services. Come with your questions and documents, and leave with help and support.
Grab & Go Surprise Book Box for Kids
Monday, November 7 at 3:15PM
Stories come to life with themed goodies in a box — it’s a surprise what’s inside! Grab a box at the Youth Services desk with a brand-new paperback junior fiction book and four bookish items that relate to the story. Kids get to choose between two books using clues about each one. This grab-and-go is for kids ages 9 and up. There will be 40 available while supplies last. This program is free and open to the public.
Macrame Picture Frame: A Grab-and-Go Craft
Monday, November 14 at 2:15PM
Display your favorite photos with an intricate (but easy) macramé picture frame. Young adults in grades 6 and up can pick up a kit at the Youth Services desk to create a macramé wall hanging by knotting string on a wooden dowel. There will be 23 available while supplies last. This grab-and-go craft is free and open the public.
Storytime
Last Outdoor Date: Thursday, November 3
Indoor Dates: November 10, 14, 17, 21, 28 No storytimes on 11/7 and 11/24
Storytime is moving indoors to the Youth Services department's Little Room starting Thursday, November 10, and will take place each Monday and Thursday at 10:15 and 10:45AM.
Come share stories, songs, and rhymes and enhance your weekly library trip! Each daily session repeats, and Mondays and Thursdays have different stories. This program runs about 15 minutes and is designed for ages 0-3, but all are welcome. Free and open to the public.
Paws & Read with Therapy Dogs
Mondays from 3:30-4:30PM
Paws and read to one of our therapy dogs, or just sit and spend time with them. Sign up for a 15-minute session by calling, stopping by the Youth Services desk, booking a slot online, or drop by on a Monday in case of an opening. This program is held in the Youth Services department's Little Room; it is for kids of all ages, and is free and open the public.
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Museum Passes
Please note: several museums and parks have closed for the season. Maine Wildlife Park closes 11/11. The Children's Museum, Portland Museum of Art, and the Maine State Park Pass (provided in-person on a first come, first served basis) are all still available.
The Friends of Freeport Community Library and the Freeport Conservation Trust generously donate several family museum and park passes each year to FCL patrons. All passes are good for either free or reduced admission.
It’s easy to reserve your pass! Reservations can be made online or by phone. Passes should be picked up no sooner than a week in advance. When you stop by the library to pick up the pass, make sure to bring your library card. Passes can only be issued to card holders in good standing; please be aware that courtesy Teacher and Student cards are not eligible to use the passes. We are only able to issue one pass a day for each attraction so if your plans change let us know so that the pass may be used by others. Please give us a call at 865-3307 for more information.
