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Library Closures
The Library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27
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Maine Public’s Literacy Tour
Thursday, November 3
3:30 - 4:30 pm
Daniel Tiger is so excited for his third Literacy Tour across Maine. Waterville Public Library is his first stop and it’s sure to be a Grr-eat time!
We will be joined by children’s author, S. Sousa, as she reads her book The Very Tall Tale of Brio and Beans.
This event is free and open to the public.
Register here!
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Hannaford Community Bags
Entire month of November
There’s something special about a community coming together to make a difference. This November, your everyday shopping can help support your library and the people we serve. Pick up a $2.50 reusable Community Bag at the Hannaford located in the JFK Plaza, and we’ll receive $1 to help us make an impact close to home: 190 JFK Plaza, Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville, ME!
For more information on the Hannaford Community Bag Program, visit hannaford.2givelocal.com.
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Author Visit: Ron Currie
Tickets Available!
Thursday, December 12
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Please join us in the beautiful fourth-floor reading room at the Waterville Public Library to hear Waterville-native author Ron Currie discuss his sixth book, We Will See You Bleed, published in July 2026.
This event is free.
Registration is required.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Books will be available for purchase at the event from Oliver & Friends Bookshop.
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Digital Resources
Fall weather is here, and that means that you may not always be able to make it into your library for your next read. Never fear, your Waterville Public Library card can help you with that!
The cloudLibrary can cover your ebook and e-audiobook needs, accessible through an app on your phone or tablet, and through any web browser.
If you're looking for information and facts, the Digital Maine Library is a click away! "From Consumer Reports to small engine repair resources to tools for students of all ages and so much more. There's a lot of exciting new content to explore!"
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Pawsome Tales
Thursday, November 5
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Children can drop in and take turns reading their favorite book with a trained therapy dog from Love on a Leash, providing a fun, low-stress way to help children who struggle with literacy.
No appointment necessary! This event is free and open to the public.
Learn more about Love on a Leash: https://www.loveonaleash.org/kennebec-valley/
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Family Storytime: Dinosaurs
Saturday, November 14
10:30 - 11:15 am
Come celebrate Di-November with Mrs. Liz as she reads a few prehistorically good books!
The target audience is 5-8 years of age, but ALL are welcome! Free and open to the public.
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Mid-Month Matinee
Wednesday, November 18
3:00 - 4:30 pm
Families with children are invited to visit the library one Wednesday afternoon a month for a Mid-Month Matinee! In this month's film, a pair of turkeys time travel to try and take turkey off the Thanksgiving menu forever. Come watch "Free Birds" (2013, PG)!
A light snack will be provided.
Children ages 7 & younger must stay with an 18+ adult at all times.
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Mid-Maine Global Forum Fall 2026 Speaker Series
Friday, November 20
Begins at 12:00 pm
Chace Forum, 150 Main Street, Waterville
Speakers will cover a wide-range of topics, including ocean governance and how the modern law of the sea took shape, the Cold War and the period since the fall of the Soviet Union as context for evolving current events, and United Nations’ approaches to different aspects of the climate crisis.
Presenting this session:
Rob Weisbrot -
“The Cold War in History and Current Conflicts”
All events are free and open to the public.
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Bad Art Club
Friday, November 20
3:30 - 4:30 pm
Adults and teens are invited to the Waterville Public Library for Bad Art Club! Every meeting offers the opportunity to try new things and be creative without the pressure of making something "good", or worrying about how art is "supposed" to look.
Give yourself permission to make something imperfect, and just enjoy yourself.
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Cyber Security: Shopping Scams
Friday, November 13
2:00 - 3:30pm
Gift yourself some peace of mind and learn how to shop online safely
and avoid a variety of scams, including: fake websites, phishing texts, fake delivery notifications, and more.
No registration required.
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Career Help
Weekly on Mondays
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Need help finding a job? Free help is available! A consultant from the Northern Kennebec Valley CareerCenter is at the Waterville Public Library every Monday to assist with your job search needs.
No registration is required. Free and open to the public.
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Threads & Tales
Weekly on Tuesdays
5:00 - 6:30 pm
Crochet, cross-stitch, sewing, quilting, embroidery, needlepoint, etc. - all crafts and all abilities are welcome. Work on your latest project, try something new, share patterns, or check out the Library's crafting resources. This is a relaxed and informal group, you do not have to attend every session.
Free and open to the public.
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Free Writing Support
Select Thursdays 3:00 - 5:00 pm
& Saturdays 12:00 - 3:00 pm
Get free help with your writing at the Waterville Public Library! Trained Colby Farnham Writers’ Center tutors can assist at any stage of the writing process:
November
Thursdays: 11/5, 11/12, 11/19
Saturdays: 11/7, 11/14
December
Thursdays: 12/3, 12/10
Saturdays: 12/5
Call, email, or visit the library to book an appointment!
Free & open to the public.
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Grab & Go Art
First Friday of each month
We're switching things up! Grab & Go Art kits for Adults and Teens will now be available only on the first Friday of each month as part of Downtown Waterville's First Friday activities! Pick them up at Waterville Public Library, as always. Kits will be ready by 12:00 pm and available while supplies last.
November's project is a Dinosaur Change Purse! Each kit will contain the supplies and instructions for the current craft or activity.
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Cozy Tea Kits
Second & fourth Fridays
Cozy Tea Kits are now on the second and fourth Fridays of each month. At the Circulation Desk in the main lobby, pick up envelopes with packets of different teas with information about the tea's history, along with a companion reading recommendation!
November's teas will be Pumpkin Spice Chai on November 13 and Sleepytime Echinacea on November 28 (Saturday, because the library is closed on Friday the 27th), available for as long as supplies last. Kits will be ready between 11:00 am and 12:00 pm on Friday.
The companion book that we've paired with these teas will be announced on Facebook and Bluesky!
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Teen Tabletop
Weekly on Saturdays
12:30 - 2:30 pm
Every Saturday, teens and tweens ages 11 to 18 will be playing a game from our broad collection of TTRPGs and board games. No previous experience is necessary, explore new games with us every week or just show up to the ones that sound fun.
Free and open to the public. All materials will be provided.
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Crafternoons
Weekly on Tuesdays
2:30 - 4:00 pm
Crafternoons are fun weekly crafts for young children and their families! Drop by the Children’s Room to make the craft with help from library staff!
No registration is required.
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Homeschool Hub
Weekly on Thursdays
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Homeschool Hub is back for a fresh school year! Homeschool students who are pre-school through elementary grade levels are invited to come to the library for fun and activities.
11-05: Game Day: Old fashioned games
11-12: LEGOS™ with Friends
11-19: Write & Share - Thankful Story
11-28: Closed for Thanksgiving
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Book Bites
Weekly on Thursdays
7:00 pm
Discover your child's next favorite read via a video recording on our Facebook page! Mrs. Liz reads an excerpt from one book from the New Chapter Book or New Non-Fiction shelves, and the recording is posted on our Facebook page!
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Rhymetime
Weekly on Fridays
10:30 - 11:00 am
Come to the Children's Department for songs and stories for babies, toddlers, and their families!
In November 2026:
11-06: Letter "I"
11-13: Letter "J"
11-20: Letter "K"
11-27: Letter "L"
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Donate to the Library!
People make a thriving public library that delivers excellence in community service possible. Please consider donating to the Waterville Public Library today. 100% of your contributions go directly to serving the community.
You can donate online, in person at the Library with cash or a check, or by mail to the Waterville Public Library, 73 Elm Street, Waterville, ME 04901. The Library welcomes gifts of stock and securities.
Every donation helps the Waterville Public Library amplify and support the well-being of individuals and the community.
Thank you for supporting the Waterville Public Library and partnering with us to help make the world a better place for all.
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Library Hours
Monday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday, 10:00 am-7:00 pm
Wednesday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday, 10:00 am-3:00 pm
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