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Storytimes and kids' library events near Kennebunk Free Library from the public library calendar.

Kennebunk Free Library

112 Main Street, Kennebunk, Maine 04043-1835, United States

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11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Living with Grief

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Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Thursday morning Grief Group - For more information, please contact Carol MacLeod (Facilitator). Her email is mugbob66@gmail. com and her number is (207)-468-0668.  

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

A Visit From Children's Author Adam Stockman

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Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Do you like poetry? How about being silly? How about BOTH? In author Adam Stockman’s poetry, you’ll find giggles, rhymes, and a whole lot of heart! His book Will You Eat a Tree Today? is home to snakes, umbrellas, aliens, and so much more. Adam’s poetry is best enjoyed by grades 1-4, but everyone is invited! Join us at KFL to meet Adam, hear his poetry, and make a fun craft!Adam Stockman’s visit is part of Plant a Seed, Read, our Summer Reading Program.

12:00 AM

29th Edition 5K

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Registration for the Kennebunk Free Library 29th Edition 5K is now open! Preregistration closes at 11:59 p. m. on Wednesday, July 8. Same day registration begins at 4:00 p. m. on Race Day: Friday, July 10. (Same day registration costs are $45 for adults; $30 for children.

10:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Mah Jongg

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Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Everyone is invited to drop in on Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:30 p. m. or Fridays from 10:30 - 3:00 p. m. to play Mah Jongg. The library has 4 sets available for use or you are welcome to bring your own. Don't know how to play? Members of our friendly group were all beginners themselves.

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Storytime

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Amphitheater , Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

It’s time for Storytime! Come to the library for stories, songs, and fun with Miss Maria! We’ll even get to say hello to our puppet friend, Ami the bunny. On Mondays in August at 10:00 a. m. , Storytimes will be held in the amphitheater outside the Children’s Room at Kennebunk Free Library.

1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Die Well Death Education

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Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Session Nine: Film: ‘In the Parlor: The Final Goodbye’ – July 13thRejecting the mainstream tradition of hiring funeral professionals to care for the deceased, families in search of a more personal and fulfilling way to say goodbye are taking an active role in caring for relatives who have died.

3:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Dragon Hunter and Treasure Seeker's Guild: New Player Session 0 (Teen and Tween D&D)

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Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Welcome, young adventurers! Come and join in on an exciting quest in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Beginning our Summer Campaign, we will embark on a journey to the Emerald Glade. We have heroes who have risen in ranks, just nearing their retirement, when something shifts within the air, and chaos ensues.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

The Dragon Hunters and Treasure Seekers Guild (Teen and Tween D&D)

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Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Welcome, young adventurers! Come and join in on an exciting quest in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Beginning our Summer Campaign, we will embark on a journey to the Emerald Glade. We have heroes who have risen in ranks, just nearing their retirement, when something shifts within the air, and chaos ensues.

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

In Stitches

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Walker Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Our weekly handicrafts group takes place in person on Tuesdays from 11am-12pm at the library. Grab that half-finished project and enjoy the company of others while you work; all skill levels are welcome. Feel free to stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole hour.

1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Teddy Bear Picnic

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Amphitheater , Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Today’s the day the teddy bears have their picnic – and you’re invited! On Tuesday, July 14, from 1-2:30 pm, bring your favorite stuffie to a picnic at Kennebunk Free Library! Hear a story, make your own teddy bear ears, play fun games, and enjoy some picnic treats.

4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Tribute Tuesdays: Opening Ceremony

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Amphitheater , Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Join us for a fun summer of Tribute Tuesdays, a series of weekly teen programming inspired by The Districts and characters from the Hunger Games series! Sessions will run every Tuesday night of Summer Reading from 4:00 - 5:00 pm and have both craft and activity components.

5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Tech Talk Line

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Call for Appointment, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Tech Talk LineAre you stuck on a technology question, but can’t visit the library during its regularly scheduled Technology Time Appointments? Whether it be trying to use one of the library’s digital services, making heads or tails of a new device, or just having someone’s help to guide your troubleshooting efforts, don’t worry, the library is here to help! To use our Tech Talk Line, all you need to do is call downstairs to the Children’s Room to speak with our Technology Educator, Emmaline.

5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Let's Talk Pelvic Health

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Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Join Dr. Jenn Gelfand, PT, DPT, E-RYT and Owner of Root To Rise Physical Therapy & Pelvic Health for an engaging and informative discussion about pelvic health (an often overlooked but essential part of overall well-being). This free community presentation will help you better understand the pelvic floor and its important role in our daily lives.

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Tech Time

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Call for Appointment, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Are you stuck on a technology question that might need some extra help to be solved? While technology is advertised to be simple and easy, sometimes it can be anything but that. Whether it be trying to use one of the library’s digital services, making heads or tails of a new device, or just having a second pair of eyes help troubleshoot a piece of software, don’t worry, the library is here to help!To sign-up for one of our Tech Time appointments, please visit the front desk to be placed on our scheduling sheet.

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Mah Jongg

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Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Everyone is invited to drop in on Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:30 p. m. or Fridays from 10:30 - 3:00 p. m. to play Mah Jongg. The library has sets available for use or you are welcome to bring your own. Don't know how to play? Members of our friendly group were all beginners themselves.

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

KFL's Trivia Night

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Walker Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p. m. for an evening of fun, challenging questions. If you are confident in your trivia abilities, Trivia Night can be an individual sport. But you can also play in teams of up to six people. If you come with a ready-made team - great! If not, the Trivia Night regulars are a warm and welcoming lot, happy to give newcomers a spot on a team.

11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Living with Grief

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Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Thursday morning Grief Group - For more information, please contact Carol MacLeod (Facilitator). Her email is mugbob66@gmail. com and her number is (207)-468-0668.  

2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Warrior Cats Series Party

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Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Attention, warriors, apprentices, and medicine cats! The library is hosting a Gathering unlike any seen beneath the full moon. Join your Clanmates for a mouse hunt through the territory, agree to the Warrior Code with your pawprint signature, feast on themed treats, and test your endurance in warrior-training challenges that would make even WindClan proud.

10:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Mah Jongg

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Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Everyone is invited to drop in on Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:30 p. m. or Fridays from 10:30 - 3:00 p. m. to play Mah Jongg. The library has 4 sets available for use or you are welcome to bring your own. Don't know how to play? Members of our friendly group were all beginners themselves.

10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Bubble Party

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Amphitheater , Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Life is the bubbles! Join us for some soapy fun outside Kennebunk Free Library on July 20 at 10 a. m. Come make bubbles of all sizes, and of course, make them POP! This program will be in place of our regularly scheduled outdoor storytime. In the event of inclement weather, we will have our Bubble Party on Monday, August 10, at 10 a.

3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

KFL Movie Club

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Walker Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Not much of a reader but LOVE movies? Then please join us for our July meeting where we'll discuss some Academy Award winning films and what made them earn that reward. Everyone is encouraged to watch or have seen at least one Best Picture winner and discuss it with the group.

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

In Stitches

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Walker Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Our weekly handicrafts group takes place in person on Tuesdays from 11am-12pm at the library. Grab that half-finished project and enjoy the company of others while you work; all skill levels are welcome. Feel free to stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole hour.

4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Tribute Tuesdays: The Arena

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Amphitheater , Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Join us for the second session of our weekly Tribute Tuesdays: Arena Day! This week we’ll focus on surviving in the Game Maker’s Arena. We will compete in the Games, test our skills in survival with a Nightlock memory game, and create Tracker Jacker tin boxes.

5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Tech Talk Line

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Call for Appointment, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Tech Talk LineAre you stuck on a technology question, but can’t visit the library during its regularly scheduled Technology Time Appointments? Whether it be trying to use one of the library’s digital services, making heads or tails of a new device, or just having someone’s help to guide your troubleshooting efforts, don’t worry, the library is here to help! To use our Tech Talk Line, all you need to do is call downstairs to the Children’s Room to speak with our Technology Educator, Emmaline.

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Craft and Sip: Candle Painting

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Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Join us on July 21 at 5:30 p. m. for a different kind of paint and sip: candle painting! You will use colorful melted wax to create your own designs on white taper candles. Ideas and templates will be available to spark your creativity. Enjoy a glass of wine and light refreshments while working on your creations.

3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Overcooked Competition

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Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Think you can survive a busy dinner rush? Step into the chaos of a professional kitchen and test your skills in our Overcooked Competition on July 22, where you'll chop, cook, plate, and race against the clock as orders pile up. The restaurant opens at 3:00, and will run until 4:30 (or until supplies run out).

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Mah Jongg

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Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Everyone is invited to drop in on Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:30 p. m. or Fridays from 10:30 - 3:00 p. m. to play Mah Jongg. The library has sets available for use or you are welcome to bring your own. Don't know how to play? Members of our friendly group were all beginners themselves.

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Tech Time

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Call for Appointment, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Are you stuck on a technology question that might need some extra help to be solved? While technology is advertised to be simple and easy, sometimes it can be anything but that. Whether it be trying to use one of the library’s digital services, making heads or tails of a new device, or just having a second pair of eyes help troubleshoot a piece of software, don’t worry, the library is here to help!To sign-up for one of our Tech Time appointments, please visit the front desk to be placed on our scheduling sheet.

11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Living with Grief

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Reading Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

Thursday morning Grief Group - For more information, please contact Carol MacLeod (Facilitator). Her email is mugbob66@gmail. com and her number is (207)-468-0668.  

12:30 PM to 1:45 PM

Super Science- Ice Cream Making

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Hank's Room, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, ME, 04043

We all scream for ice cream! Join us for a fun science experiment making Ice Cream in a Bag on July 23 at 12:30pm! For ages 5+; registration required. This event is free and wheelchair accessible. Kennebunk Free Library is located at 112 Main St. , Kennebunk.