All Upcoming Adult Events

Casco Bay Heat Pump Challenge

Casco Bay, Heat Pump Challenge, Efficiency Maine

Save the date! The Library will host this special event in partnership with our town’s Sustainability Department to introduce consumers to ways they can save on energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and improve the comfort of their home by installing a cold climate heat pump. The event will begin at 10:00 am. From 10:30am to 11:00am, there will be a presentation by event organizers, including a customer testimonial and introduction to the Heat Pump Challenge installers.

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Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 10:00am

New! Library Genealogy Group

genealogy group, ancestry, research help

Join us for the first gathering or our monthly Scarborough Public Library Genealogy Group, offered the fourth Monday of each month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Whether you are just starting to explore your heritage or well into the process, this “drop in” gathering will introduce you to vetted resources for ancestral research. Don Taylor will be the group's facilitator, bringing a wealth of experience in Internet research and genetic genealogy.

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Monday, October 23, 2017 - 1:00pm

Jeffrey Ryan, Author of Appalachian Odyssey

Jeffrey Ryan, Appalachian Odyssey, Author Event

Jeffrey Ryan will join us to discuss his acclaimed book, Appalachian Odyssey - a story of his adventure hiking the Appalachian Trail. When two friends went for a one-day hike in Maine in 1985, they had no idea they were actually starting a 2,100 mile, 28-year adventure. Inspired by the author’s trail journals, Appalachian Odyssey is not a “how to” guide, but an enduring story told through a refreshing blend of history, photography and wit.

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Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - 6:30pm

Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

Survivors of Suicide Loss Day 2017, Scarborough Public Library,

The Library is honored to continue its partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to host this important day for families who have survived the loss of a loved one through suicide. Survivor Day is the one day a year when people affected by suicide loss gather around the world at events in their local communities to find comfort and gain understanding as they share stories of healing and hope. This event is free to attend.

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Saturday, November 18, 2017 - 1:00pm

Jim Neuger: Europe on the Edge

Jim Neuger, Camden Conference, Europe on the Edge

Europe will be our focus as our Camden Conference series continues with the presentation, Europe on the Edge, presented by Jim Neuger. The topic will look at the succession of crises that Europe has gone through - the near-collapse of the euro, Russia's use of military force to redraw borders, mass influx of refugees, the daily threat of terrorism, Britain's decision to quit the European Union, the rise of populist political parties - and speculate about the future.

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Wednesday, December 6, 2017 - 6:30pm

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Adult Programs

Authors @ the Library
Book Discussion Groups
Camden Conference
French Conversation Group
Friends of the Scarborough Library
Genealogy Group
Let's Talk America
Library Knitting Group
Monday Movie Matinee
Scarborough Writers Workshop

Adult CalendarUpcoming events targeted to adults

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  1. Knitting Group
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 10:00am

    • LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
      EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
      LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM

      Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.

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Saturday, September 30th

  1. Knitting Group
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 10:00am

    • LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
      EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
      LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM

      Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.

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Monday, October 2nd

  1. Movie Matinee
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 01:30pm

    • Monday Movie Matinee
      First Monday of Each Month

      Join us for a FREE viewing of contemporary and classic movies - from recent theater releases to old favorites. Check the homepage of our website for the monthly selection at www.scarboroughlibrary.org. This event is open to the public.

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Tuesday, October 3rd

  1. Book Discussion Group
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 10:00am

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Wednesday, October 4th

  1. Local Author Showcase
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 06:30pm

    • Join us for our latest Local Author Showcase featuring published authors from Scarborough and neighboring communities. Each author will introduce his/her book to the audience, followed by a question and answer period. Books will also be available for purchase and autographs. The event is free to attend and open to the public. Light refreshments will also be served.

      Melody L. Boulton will discuss her book, Amazing Adventures With Dev. Melody called on her years of experience as a practicing psychotherapis, hospice nurse, and long-term student of the Diamond Approach to write the moving story of her son, Devon, whose life and tragic death at the age of 23 will inspire readers and offer a tantalizing peek at other realities beyond this one.

      Eric Krantz will discuss his novel, The Slave Scam. Eric has always been intrigued by the study of history, and finds that writing historic fiction can bring it to life in an absorbing, informative way. His book examines the pre-Civil War relationship between two young white abolitionists and four young blacks, two of whom are escaped slaves. The six unite and come together as friends, all with a similar intent, to help raise the consciousness of the slaves down south.

Thursday, October 5th

  1. Let's Talk America
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 06:00pm

    • Let's Talk America! forums are happening all around the country, bringing people together for inclusive, respectful dialogue about issues facing our communities, our state, and our nation. Come share your views—and consider new insights. These programs are free and open to the public. For more information, contact local facilitator, Sam Kelley at cell 650-1814.

Saturday, October 7th

  1. Knitting Group
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 10:00am

    • LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
      EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
      LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM

      Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.

      LEARN MORE

Tuesday, October 10th

  1. Scarborough Writers Workshop
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 04:45pm

    • This monthly workshop offered in partnership with Portland Writers Group Maine (PWGM) now combines more time for creative writing with the opportunity to discuss your work in a welcoming atmosphere. Arrive any time after 4:45 pm for open writing using writing prompts, or work on a piece of your own. Discussion will follow from 6:45 pm to 7:45 pm. Visit our website listing for information on how to participate.

  2. Orwell's 1984: One Book, Many Conversations
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 06:30pm

    • We invite you to join us for a nation-wide conversation of George Orwell’s book, 1984 on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at 6:30 pm. To Register, call Adult Reference at 883-4723 option 4, or email askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org.

      Discussions grounded in a book can be particularly fertile for productive exchanges—giving everyone in the conversation a common point of reference for examining and articulating their ideas and perspectives. From October 9-15, One Book, Many Conversations will be convening people around the country through online discussions and local groups to discuss this seminal work. Together we will delve into the nature of citizenship, the sources of power – and what it takes to be a leader, to be courageous, and to love another human being. These themes cross all partisan boundaries.

      Our discussion moderator will be Jonathan R. Werner. Jonathan is a Library & Instructional Technology Specialist at the Cape Elizabeth Library and Learning Commons. He is the Immediate Past President of the ISTE Librarians Network and serves as an advisor to the DOE's Future Ready Librarians campaign.

Wednesday, October 11th

  1. Book Discussion Group
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 06:30pm

    • The Library's evening book discussion group meets in the Conference Room on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm.

Saturday, October 14th

  1. Knitting Group
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 10:00am

    • LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
      EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
      LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM

      Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.

      LEARN MORE

Tuesday, October 17th

  1. French Conversation Group
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 06:30pm

    • Every Third Tuesday of the Month: French Conversation Group
      6:30pm to 8:00pm in the Conference Room

      Our new French Conversation Group will give intermediate to advanced French speakers the chance to do just that, although beginners are welcome to come and absorb as much as they can!

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Wednesday, October 18th

  1. Author Robert Atkinson, Ph.D. The Story of Our Time
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 06:30pm

    • Join us as we welcome author Robert Atkinson for a discussion of his acclaimed book, The Story of Our Time: From Duality to Interconnectedness to Oneness. During these chaotic times, with political divisiveness, terrorism, alarming climate changes, and an unknown future, people want answers. The Story of Our Time addresses these issues from a big-picture perspective illustrating how cycles of history coincide with built-in periods of strife and conflict, leading to transformation and renewal. Framed by 7 unifying principles that are guiding our evolutionary leap forward, this is a book that inspires readers with hope. The event is free to attend and open to the public. Books will also be available for purchase.

Thursday, October 19th

  1. Library Trustees
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 06:30pm

Friday, October 20th

  1. Crash Course in Library Services
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 10:30am

    • There’s lots of learning power behind your library card! We will be offering this “crash course” on a monthly basis to help new cardholders (and longstanding cardholders) maximize available services! Learn tips on searching the catalog, downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, and exploring our online self-guided learning platforms. We’ll also share free resources available to you through the Maine State Library and Portland Public Library.

      Computers will be available or bring your laptop or mobile device. Registration required. Please call 883-4723 option 4 or email askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org

Saturday, October 21st

  1. Casco Bay Heat Pump Challenge
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 10:00am

    • Save the date! The Library will host this special event in partnership with our town’s Sustainability Department to introduce consumers to ways they can save on energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and improve the comfort of their home by installing a cold climate heat pump. Watch for more details coming soon. Until then, visit the Casco Bay Heat Pump Challenge website at http://wepowr.com/casco-bay to learn about heat pump systems.

  2. Knitting Group
    • Calendar: Scarborough Public Library Adult Services
    • Start time: 10:00am

    • LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
      EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
      LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM

      Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.

      LEARN MORE