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Rockport Public Library
1 Limerock Street
P.O. Box 8
Rockport, ME 04856
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207-236-3642

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Mon – Sat: 9:30 to 5:30
Except Wed: 11:00 to 8:00
Sun: CLOSED

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! The last Friends of the Rockport Public Library Book Sale of the year will be happening on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 4 & 5, from 9 AM – 3 PM. We would be SO GRATEFUL if you could help us out with set-up, break-down, cashiering, or restocking tables. If you have a couple of hours to spare, give us a call at the library, and we’ll help sign you up for a shift. 207-236-3642. Thanks!

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ADULT PROGRAM

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Stress and Effective Coping as Our Climate Changes
November 18, at 6:00 p.m.

The Rockport Conservation Commission welcomes Professor Thomas Bateman for a discussion about climate stress and coping strategies, which can strengthen both personal and community resilience. The program that will explore customizing pro-climate actions in ways that 1) aren’t too costly, 2) suit personal interests and skills, 3) are satisfyingly impactful, and 4) contribute to needed system changes.

FAMILY PROGRAM

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Family Holiday Cookie Decorating
December 9, at 6:00 p.m.

Families are invited to a special holiday cookie decorating event! Join us for a very merry, very tasty evening of fun featuring delicious cookies provided by Laugh loud Smile big. All decorating materials will be supplied. Hot chocolate will be served—just bring your holiday cheer!

Space is limited. Registration required.

Call 207-236-3642 to register.

book cover for a court of splintered harmony by sarah j. maas, featuring an illustration of a burning campfire over a pink and orange gradient background.
blue book cover titled the cruelest game by matthew futterman, featuring a broken tennis racket above its shadow and a quote from billie jean king in the top right corner.
book cover for freight by ryan lowell, featuring a nighttime road scene with light trails and two review blurbs at the bottom.
book cover for retro: a novel by jessica m. goldstein, featuring bold white text on a blue background with colorful, curving lines and small star shapes for a vintage inspired look.
book cover for an illustrated guide to tacos and burritos, featuring colorful illustrations of tacos, a burrito, guacamole, and red onions.
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announcement for the five town adult education arts showcase from nov. 3–28, with an artists reception on friday, nov. 6, from 3 pm to 5 pm, featuring an illustration of a chickadee on a branch.

Learn more about classes offered by Five Town Adult & Community Education by visiting their website: CLICK HERE.

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Rockport Library Foundation

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The Foundation is an IRS 501.c3 not-for-profit organization formed in 2018 by a small group of dedicated Rockport residents to raise the required funding for the new Rockport Public Library. While we successfully raised the initial funding for the building and furnishings, we’ve now set our sights on developing a world-class speaker series. CLICK HERE to learn more.

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Friends of the Rockport Library

The Friends of the Rockport Public Library introduces library lovers to each other while building connections throughout our community. Hosting meetings, events, and book sales, the organization supports the library on several levels. In past years, we have helped purchase library materials; supported the annual butterfly gardens; provided new book stacks and exterior railings; and funded programs that serve everyone using the library. Read More.

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