Learn How to Create a Family Archive with Rhonda Chadwick of LenaSalina
2025-10-08 11:00 - 12:30 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
This lecture is designed to teach patrons how to create their own family archive for future generations. Attendees will learn the basics of archival principles, digital preservation, storytelling and how to create a legacy using pictures, documents, and artifacts. The discussion is rooted in the idea that our lives matter and that we are all someone else’s ancestor.

We will discuss knowing where to begin, learn the best location within the home to store documents, receive a presentation of archival enclosures, and get tips on organizing materials. We will discuss digital preservation and consider a few creative ideas of how to tell our family’s story. Tips on how to prepare for disasters will also be considered.

Adult Board Game Night (18+)
2025-10-08 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-15 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-22 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-26 18:00 - 20:00 and 5 more dates
Come join us for a night of favorite European-style board games. Bring a favorite or come prepared to learn a new one! Recent games have included RoboRally, Forest Shuffle, Cartographers, and more!

The library sponsors this group every Wednesday evening. It is librarian led and intended for adults 18+. We welcome players new and old – bring a favorite game to teach or come ready to learn!

We’re back to meeting upstairs – please join us in the reading room.

Book Club Discusses The House on Tradd Street by Karen White
2025-10-09 13:00 - 15:00
Come join a fun group discussion of Karen White’s novel, The House on Tradd Street. From Amazon: “The brilliant, chilling debut of Karen White’s New York Times bestselling Tradd Street series, featuring a Charleston real estate agent who loves old houses—and the secret histories inside them.

Practical Melanie Middleton hates to admit she can see ghosts. But she’s going to have to accept it. An old man she recently met has died, leaving her his historic Tradd Street home, complete with housekeeper, dog—and a family of ghosts anxious to tell her their secrets.

Enter Jack Trenholm, a gorgeous writer obsessed with unsolved mysteries. He has reason to believe that diamonds from the Confederate Treasury are hidden in the house. So he turns the charm on with Melanie, only to discover he’s the smitten one…

It turns out Jack’s search has caught the attention of a malevolent ghost. Now, Jack and Melanie must unravel a mystery of passion, heartbreak—and even murder.”

LEGO Club!
2025-10-11 13:00 - 14:00
Come have fun building with the library’s collection of LEGOs! Open to all ages and abilities – come explore your creative side!

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY
2025-10-13
The library is closed on Monday, October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Parent Night - Youth Substance Abuse and What We Can Do About It
2025-10-23 18:00 - 19:30
Come listen to local experts as they discuss strategies for dealing with teen tobacco and substance abuse. Perfect for parents, caregivers, teachers and more! Sean will be bringing resources to share, so come early and take advantage. Two lucky attendees will bring home gift cards to 487, too!

Learn to Speak Spanish with MCI Students!
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00
Come hone your Spanish speaking skills with students from MCI! Whether you just want to learn how to say “hi” or you’re ready to have a real life conversation after Duolingo, you’ll find a friendly face ready to help. This event is open to all ages and all levels – come try out your Spanish in a fun, free and friendly environment! In the Warren Community Room.

LEGO Club!
2025-11-08 13:00 - 14:00
Come have fun creating with the library’s collection of LEGOs! All ages welcome.

Library Book Club Reads The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry
2025-11-13 13:00 - 14:30
Come join the Book Club as they read The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry. Inspired by a true literary mystery, New York Times bestselling author of the mesmerizing The Secret Book of Flora Lea returns with the sweeping story of a legendary book, a lost mother, and a daughter’s search for them both.
The Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 1PM. December’s book selection is One Big Happy Family by Susan Mallery; January’s book is The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, while February revisits Huck Finn by reading Percival Everett’s James.

LEGO Club!
2025-11-22 13:00 - 14:00
Come join Miss Cassidy for fun with the library’s LEGOs! All ages are welcome to come build and create.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-28
The library will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. We are all grateful for our wonderful patrons!

Beginning Spanish Class with Mila Hartman, MCI Spanish Teacher
2025-12-03 08:00 - 17:00
Come join Señora Mila Hartman from MCI as she shares some beginning Spanish! If there’s enough interest, this may become an ongoing class. If you’re learning Spanish on your own, this is a great opportunity to practice with a native speaker! All ages are welcome, and this is free and open to the public.

Christmas Tree Ornament Workshop
2025-12-06 13:00 - 14:00
Come join MCI’s Mr. Cody Campbell to learn how to crochet adorable Christmas tree ornaments! Don’t know how to crochet? Don’t worry – we can teach you enough for this craft. It’s quick, easy and fun!
Yarn, beads, and crochet hooks will be supplied, but if you have a 5.5mm hook, please bring it with you.

Everyone aged 12 and older is welcome for this free program.

LEGO Club!
2025-12-13 13:00 - 14:00
Come play and build with the library’s collection of LEGOs! All ages are welcome.

Annual Friends of the Pittsfield Public Library Holiday Open House
2025-12-17 15:00 - 17:00
Come enjoy good food and friends at the annual Library Holiday Open House. There will be crafts for the kids downstairs with Miss Cassidy (and maybe even a visit from Santa Claus!) Upstairs, take a last look at the incredible raffle items available this year (ticket sales close at 5PM!), munch on homemade cookies and other delicious nibbles, and enjoy good company and good cheer.

LEGO Club!
2025-12-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-10 13:00 - 14:00
Come have fun with the library’s collection of LEGOs! All ages are welcome.

Beginning Spanish Class
2026-01-10 14:00 - 14:40
Come join Señora Mila Hartman from MCI as she shares some beginning Spanish! If you’re learning Spanish on your own, this is a great opportunity to practice with a native speaker! All ages are welcome, and this is free and open to the public.
