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The Pittsfield Public Library and the Ann B. McGowan Maine Writers Series are pleased to present an evening with author Chris Packard. Chris Packard of Bangor will be sharing stories from his book Mythical Creatures of Maine, which examines all aspects of over 40 mysterious creatures in Maine. Have you ever heard of the weewillmekq […]
Come explore the amazing adaptations of mammals by examining tracks, scat, pelts, models, and skulls with staff from the LC Bates Museum. This program will focus on carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores. Fun for all ages!
The Pittsfield Public Library and the Ann B. McGowan Maine Writers Series are pleased to present an evening of roundtable discussion with Maine authors and publishers Claire Ackroyd, Laurie and Clif Graves, and Brook Merrow. Claire Ackroyd's well received debut novel, Murder in the Maple Woods, tells the tale of a suspicious death in the […]
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The Pittsfield Public Library and the Ann B. McGowan Maine Writers Series are pleased to present an evening with Maine author David Rosenfelt to benefit the Somerset Humane Society Animal Shelter in Skowhegan. David is donating his speaking fee to the shelter, and we encourage those attending the talk to bring in items from the […]
Using live, non-releasable reptiles, this program will compare these species and discuss their adaptations. Many people conjure up images of slimy skin and bloodthirsty monsters when they hear the word “reptile.” This hands-on program works to dispel some of those fears by allowing students to examine snakeskins, turtle shells, skeletons, and other unique reptilian artifacts.