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Happy May!
THERE'S A LOT GOING ON RIGHT NOW! And we have a lot to celebrate!
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Welcome, Kerry!
You might have seen a new face at YPL! It belongs to none other than our new Assistant Director, Kerry Cronin! Kerry joins us most recently from Stratham, New Hampshire, and has worked at libraries big and small throughout her impressive career. Her first day was Monday, April 22, and she came back again this week, which is a very good sign. Come say "hello" and help us give Kerry a warm YPL welcome! In the meantime, read all about her on our Staff page.
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| We are a pet-loving folk. Let it be known that Kerry has a cat named Little Chino. Welcome, Kerry, and welcome, Little Chino. |
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Attention Citizen Scientists!
You may have noticed a new gadget by the pond. York Public Library is the proud new owner of a Chronolog, a tool that helps monitor ecosystems with the assistance of community members and passers-by. All you need is a cell phone, and you can contribute to a time-lapse that documents how the pond changes over time. Thanks to the bracket, camera shots are lined up perfectly every time! Read more about our awesome pond and the Chronolog! And next time you're here, take your first photo!
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DEMOCRACY RULES! Budget Committee, Select Board, and School Committee Office Hours at YPL
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On Saturday, May 11, don't miss the chance to engage with representatives from York's key decision-making bodies—the Budget Committee, School Committee, and Select Board—at the York Public Library. They'll be on hand to answer any questions you have about the upcoming May 18 ballot. Whether you're looking for detailed explanations of proposed initiatives, want to understand budget allocations, or simply seek insight into the decision-making process, everyone is invited. This is your opportunity to get accurate information straight from the source, promoting transparency and enabling informed decisions.
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Drop in anytime between 12:30 and 2:30 pm in the Wheeler Room. Your participation can help shape the future of our community, so mark your calendar and join us for this informative and welcoming session.
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2024 CLIMATE SERIES: LIVING IN A CLIMATE CHANGED WORLD |
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Sat. 5/4
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with The York Land Trust Saturday, May 4 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM York Public Library Grounds
Join The York Land Trust Stewardship Team for a fun, active morning of invasive plant management at York Public Library. YLT staff will provide an overview of invasive plant species, teach you how to identify common invasive plants at YPL, and discuss what you can do about invasive species in your backyard and beyond!
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Sat. 5/11 |
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The York Land Trust's Spring Native Plant Sale and Bake Salewith The York Land Trust Saturday, May 11
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM York Land Trust
Stock up on native plants for your garden at York Land Trust’s 4th Annual Native Plant Sale and Bake Sale! There will be more than two dozen varieties of native perennials, shrubs, and trees available. Planting native supports local pollinators and brings beauty to your garden and yard!
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Wed. 5/8 |
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Please Join Us!
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Rethinking Consumerism and Sustainability Celebration
Wednesday, May 8 5:30 - 7:00 PM Upper Level
Our 2024 Climate programming concludes with a look at consumerism and a special celebration. We’ll hear from Habitat for Humanity's ReStore in Kennebunk, We Fill Good, and the founder of the Clothing Library, and then enjoy delicious snacks from The Sundrop Cafe, sustainability-themed raffles, and other fun as we celebrate together!
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Tue. 5/7
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WE KNOW TICKSTuesday, May 7 11:00 - 12:00 PM
Community Room
Join Robert and Barb Maurais from Mainely Ticks to learn strategies to better protect your family from the ever-increasing threat of ticks and tick-borne diseases. Topics discussed will include personal protection strategies, landscape modifications, and the life cycle of the deer tick. One-hour presentation followed by Q&A session.
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Thu. 5/16 |
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Irish Author Book Group with Deborah McDermott: | We Don't Know Ourselves
by Fintan O'Toole Thursday, May 16 2:00 - 3:30 PM
A Virtual Program
This is the final Irish Authors Book Group gathering with Ireland-based Deb McDermott, who says of We Don't Know Ourselves, "This is a non-fiction title. O'Toole, who is 65, is a brilliant columnist for The Irish Times. In this book, he traces the history of Ireland during his lifetime. It began with vise-like Catholic control but would go on to include referendum-passed marriage equality and abortion laws. He's very readable."
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Mon. 5/13
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The Prince Project: Enslavement in MaineMonday, May 13 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Community Room
Ten years ago, Vana Carmona discovered the gravestone of a man named "Prince" near her family’s burial plot. She discovered he, and others, had been enslaved by her ancestors and subsequently founded The Prince Project, a 501c3 nonprofit organizaiton dedicated to rewriting the historical narrative of our state and ensuring that the next generation knows the truth about our earlier Maine families.
Presented in partnership with York Diversity Forum.
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Sat. 5/18 |
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Murder on our Minds: Characters, Plotting, and Research in Crime Writing Saturday, May 18 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Community Room
Have you ever wondered about how crime writers create their stories? Join Crime writers Dick Cass, Kate Flora, and Jule Selbo as they share the secrets of their craft. Why did they choose this genre? Do they do extensive research, or just make it up? Are their characters inspired by people they know? Bring your questions: the program will be followed by a Q&A and book signings.
Maine Crime Writers are 10 mystery, suspense and thriller writers who live and write in Maine.
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Tue. 5/21
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Computer Maintenance
with Devin!
Tuesday, May 21
11:00 - 11:45 AM
The Wheeler Room
Looking to upgrade your RAM or Hard Drive for more speed? What parts are used inside a computer? Learn about all of this and more with Reference and Technology librarian, Devin Burritt.
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AUTHOR TALKMoondoggle: Franklin Roosevelt and the Fight for Tidal-Electric Power at Passamaquoddy Bay
Wednesday, May 296:30 - 8:00 PM
Community Room
Author Mark C. Borton sits down with York Public Library at the end of this month to talk about his book, Moondoggle.
Was Franklin Roosevelt’s plan to use 26-foot-high tides in the western Bay of Fundy to generate electricity a “Moondoggle”— a wildly impractical scheme—as its critics claimed? Or was it visionary thinking and brilliant engineering—a clean source of perpetual power? Either way it was going to be the world’s biggest electric power plant. Until “Quoddy was killed.”
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Genius, Power and Deception on the Eve of World War 1
Wednesday, May 1, 3:00 PM |
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A Murder Mystery, Family Story and a Love Letter to Strong Women Everywhere
Wednesday, May 8, 7:00 PM |
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Asian American Representation in Literature
Tuesday, May 21, 7:00 PM |
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Ongoing Programs & Events |
YPL Walking Club: Mondays, May 6, 13, 20 at 11:00 AM weather permitting
Morning Yoga: Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 22, 29 at 10:15 AM, Community Room, Please Register.
Crafting Group: Thursdays, May 2, 16 at 10:00 AM, Wheeler Room
Week in Review: Fridays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 3:00 PM, Wheeler Room
Alzheimer's Support Group: Wednesday, May 15 at 2:00 PM, Wheeler Room
Writing Group: Tuesday, May 21 at 5:30 PM, Wheeler Room
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Mon. 5/9
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Storytime at York Land Trust
Thursday, May 9 10:30-11:30 AM York Land Trust
Join a York Public Library librarian for stories, songs and rhymes at York Land Trust headquarters. We'll meet for stories and an activity. This month we'll hear stories about planting, and then pop outside to the garden after storytime to explore!
This is an OFF-SITE program. We'll meet at York Land Trust located at 1 Long Neck Marsh Road in York. |
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LIBRARY HOURS:
Monday - Thursday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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