Drop In Craft Time FOR ALL AGES
2022-02-24 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | ME
Drop in to the library between 1 and 3pm today to make a cool craft! This is for ALL AGES. We’ll have age appropriate crafts for you the younger crowd, as well as for teens and adults. Join us for a fun activity!

10 Tips on Eating Healthy on a Budget
2022-03-14 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
Teens and adults are encouraged to join us in a free Snap-Ed 4-week nutrition class about eating healthy on a budget. FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED at each session!

You can register for the event here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezyVaslTVexBmVT1joD_xgBVCoTQf581nBkfmFDmZpmCs75g/viewform

Spring Celebrations Around the World
2022-03-16 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
Join us for another Roomies & Zoomies event! We’ll learn about how spring is observed throughout the world. There’ll be stories, snacks, crafts and activities for all.
This program is intended for children aged 4-8, but ALL ages are welcome.

What If I Dared to Dream?
2022-04-06 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
A presentation by Wendy Allen in collaboration with the Maine Humanities Council, is based on Wendy’s personal journey from pre-addiction, active addiction and recovery. This gives a “through the lens” view from someone that is affected by substance abuse disorder and the struggles she faces on a daily basis to find freedom from addiction. The presentation provides an understanding that no dream is too big, and that change IS possible.
This talk is via Zoom. Please register here: https://networkmaine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUufuGvqD8qEtER2xi4XN7SsYuFIiuxKmte
A live link will be sent to your email.

FunStemTime
2022-04-21 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | ME
It’s DROP-IN CRAFT DAY! Our Community Room will be open so you can stop for a bit and create a cool craft during school vacation week. All supplies are provided.

Book Discussion (In Person)
2022-04-26 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | ME
The library’s book group will be discussing the non-fiction title, “The Professor and the Madman” by Simon Winchester. If you’d like to reserve a copy of the book, just let us know.
This event is in person in the Warren Community Room at the library.

Online Book Discussion
2022-04-26 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | ME
April’s book pick for discussion is “The Professor and the Madman” by Simon Winchester. Let us know if you’d like the library to reserve you a copy! This discussion is via Zoom. Click here to join: https://networkmaine.zoom.us/j/83884796667

What's in a Pronoun?
2022-05-25 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | ME
MCI’s Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) will be presenting “What’s In a Pronoun?” If you’ve ever wondered why pronouns are important or are not sure which ones to use or maybe even what this is all about, we encourage you to attend this program.
There will be a “Meet and Greet” the students beginning at 6:30pm in the Warren Community Room and the presentation will begin at 7pm.

June Book Discussion
2022-06-21 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | ME
The library will be discussing “Becoming Nicole: a transformation of an American family” by Amy Ellis Nutt. We will be meeting in the Warren Community Room. Please let us know if you’d like a copy of the book.

Mad Science of Maine!
2022-07-28 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
Mad Science is back! Come join us for what we KNOW will be a fantastic presentation for all ages.

Conversing & Connecting
2022-08-16 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | ME
Conversing & Connecting is the Pittsfield Public Library’s book discussion group. All are welcome! Typically we meet in person on every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 4pm. We also meet via Zoom at 7pm on the same day (except for this month!).
If you’d like to order a copy to read or listen to, call the library at 487-5880 or email us at bat@pittsfieldpubliclibrary.org.
August’s book discussion pick is Beneficence by Meredith Hall. This is part of the ReadME book discussions sponsored by the Maine State Library and Maine Humanities Council.

Meet Local Children's Author, Jeanine Deas
2022-08-18 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | ME
Join us for this joyful, interactive story time with local author, Jeanine Deas.
Jeanine will be reading from most recent books, conduct a craft with the kids, then will be selling and signing her books to finish off the event

Chat with Maine author, Meredith Hall
2022-08-24 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | ME
Join us via Zoom as we chat with Maine author, Meredith Hall, about her novel, Beneficence, as part of the Read ME program. This is a joint collaboration between the Newport Cultural Center and the Pittsfield Public Library.

Click HERE to register for this event. You’ll receive an email with the Zoom link for the event.

Read ME is a statewide summer reading program offered by the Maine Humanities Council and Maine State Library that gets Maine’s adults all reading the same books. Each year a well-known Maine author recommends two titles by lesser-known Maine authors with libraries and their patrons participating in a summer of reading and discussing the featured books.2022’s featured books—recommended by Christina Baker Kline—are Sigh, Gone by Phuc Tran and Beneficence by Meredith Hall. The Maine Humanities Council is a statewide non-profit that uses books, poetry, and big ideas to bring people together to discuss issues of importance. MHC programs and grants encourage critical thinking and conversations across social, economic, and cultural boundaries

Teens Wanted!
2022-09-14 15:30 - 17:00 UTC | ME
Are you over 11 years old and want to make a difference in your community? Please join us at the library on September 14th to help in the creation of a teen advisory board. We’re looking for teens to advise the library on book, film and game purchases; want ideas on a teen room redesign, and program recommendations.
Pizza, snacks and drinks will be provided.

Career Center at the Library
2022-09-19 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | ME
The Maine Career Center is on the move! Michelle Pelletier from the Career Center will be at the library to assist you with job searching, creating resumes, interviewing skills, training and education assistance, as well as veterans’ services and job search assistance.
Please call Michelle at 707-2559 or the library at 487-5880, or email michelle.pelletier@maine.gov for more information or to sign up for assistance.

Conversing & Connecting
2022-09-20 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | ME
Join us for our September book discussion where we’ll be chatting about the classic graphic novel, Maus I: a survivor’s tale by Art Spiegelman. This book has been challenged or banned in a few places and since we’ll be meeting during Banned Books Week, it seemed like the perfect time to read it!
Let the library know if you’d like a copy of the book.

Conversing & Connecting ONLINE
2022-09-20 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | ME
Join us for our September book discussion where we’ll be chatting about the classic graphic novel, Maus I: a survivor’s tale by Art Spiegelman. This book has been challenged or banned in a few places and since we’ll be meeting during Banned Books Week, it seemed like the perfect time to read it!
You can click here to join the discussion via zoom: https://networkmaine.zoom.us/j/81730234319
Let the library know if you’d like a copy of the book.

Romance Author Fun!
2022-09-22 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | ME
Come and meet local romance author, Constance Ruth Clark, as she chats about her work and her publishing career. A book sale and signing will follow the event.
Light refreshments will be served.

Maine Turtles!
2022-09-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | ME
Learn about the variety of turtle species that call Maine their home! Fall is a very important season for these reptiles, you will learn about hatchings and their journey home, as well as how all turtles begin preparations for their winter slumber. You will meet ambassador turtles at the Center for Wildlife and be able to participate in this interactive zoom learning experience! We look forward to seeing you on September 29th at 6 pm, as we zoom live with Docent, Mari O’Neil, from the Nature Center at the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick, Maine!
To register for this Zoom program, click HERE.

Read to a Dog!
2022-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | ME
Need a little comfort? Want to practice reading to a completely non-judgmental creature? Trot on over to the library where Willy, from Love on a Leash, will happily be waiting for you.

Saving Money on Home Energy Bills
2023-01-21 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | ME
With rising costs in heating and electricity it’s hard to know the best ways to save energy in the home and stay comfortable in the winter and the summer! Come learn about what you can do to save money in your home and be more comfortable year-round. Bring your questions about which options make the most sense and that will save the most money! We’ll go over the rebates available for Maine homeowners and what additional federal funding will be coming with the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act.
Colin McCullough is a BPI-certified Home Energy Auditor who has worked for several state energy efficiency programs for 12 years, advising homeowners on the most efficient options for a more affordable, comfortable and safe home. He is currently renovating his 110-year-old home in Farmingdale to achieve Net-Zero Energy status.

A Journey Through Alzheimer's Disease
2023-03-24 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | ME
Northern Light Home Care & Hospice will join us at the library on Friday, March 24th at 1:00PM, for a very special program, “A Journey Through Alzheimer’s Disease.” Through virtual reality, you’ll see the world through the eyes of Beatriz, a person who is living with Alzheimer’s Disease.
This is a FREE program and open to all.

Conversing & Connecting
2023-04-18 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | ME
Join us for our March book discussion where we’ll be chatting in person about “Between Two Kingdoms : a memoir of a life interrupted” by Suleika Jaouad.
Let the library know if you’d like a copy of the book.

Conversing & Connecting ONLINE
2023-04-18 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | ME
Join us for our April book discussion where we’ll be chatting about “Between Two Kingdoms : a memoir of a life interrupted” by Suleika Jaouad. We’ll be meeting via zoom here: https://networkmaine.zoom.us/j/81730234319
Let the library know if you’d like a copy of the book.

Culture Club
2023-04-20 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | ME
If you’re between the ages of 4 and 10, join us on the third Thursdays of each month for games, stories, activities and food as we celebrate the cultures around our globe.
This month we’ll be learning about the country Colombia from Wladimir Ortiz and his daughter, Anna. Wladimir grew up in Colombia and will teach us a bit about the culture, including something yummy to eat!

This event is sponsored by a grant from the Stephen & Tabitha King Foundation.

Career Center at the Library
2023-09-05 12:30 - 16:00, 2023-09-12 12:30 - 16:00 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
Career Center staff will be at the library every Tuesday from 12:30 to 4. They can assist you with job searches, polishing a resume, mock interviews, locating internships, and more.
Offered by the Maine Department of Labor. For more information, please contact Ross Sirois at (207) 707-2560 or at Ross.M.Sirois@Maine.gov

Fiber Friends
2023-09-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-18 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
Come join a friendly group of spinners, knitters and other fiber enthusiasts in the library’s community room for two hours of crafting in company. All skill levels welcome. Please contact Donna Laux at laux2@roadrunner.com with any questions about this group.

Pittsfield Public Library Book Group
2023-09-14 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
The Pittsfield Public Library Book Group will resume meetings beginning this September 14 at 3pm. Come join club members to discuss what you’ve read recently and what you’d like to read as a group going forward. For more information on the group, please contact Sue Leibowitz at 487-4556.
