Pittsfield Public Library

Board Game Night (18+)
2025-04-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Pittsfield Public Library, 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, 04967, United States
Come join us for a night of favorite European-style board games. Bring a favorite or come prepared to learn a new one!

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!

Now meeting in the Warren Community Room from 6pm to 8pm.

LEGO Club!
2025-04-26 13:00 - 14:00
Come join Miss Cassidy in making marvels out of the library’s collection of LEGOs! What can you create? All ages welcome.

Story Time Reads My Garden
2025-04-28 10:30 - 11:30
Join Miss Cassidy in reading the book My Garden, and then make some spring flowers to take home!

Fun STEAM Time Makes Its Mark with Invisible Ink!
2025-04-30 15:30 - 16:30
Come make invisible ink with Miss Cassidy! Learn how to write secret notes and make artwork that’s only visible with heat. Cool!

Story Time Reads How Rocket Learned to Read
2025-05-05 10:30 - 11:30
Join Miss Cassidy as she reads How Rocket Learned to Read, and then make an adorable paper plate puppy craft after!
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Tech Tuesday with Scarlett the Digital Navigator
2025-05-06 13:30 - 15:30
Bring all your technology woes to Scarlett – she can help! Whether it’s learning how to use your phone or computer, or trying to find an affordable computer, Scarlett will work with you to solve your problems. She’s here on the first Tuesday of every month.

FREE Windows 11 Basics Class - Take a Class, Get a Chance to Win a FREE Tablet!
2025-05-06 16:00 - 17:00
If you know a bit about using a mouse and keyboard but don’t know your way around using a computer just yet, this is the class for you. Learn how to use a personal computer with the Windows 11 Operating System. Class is limited to six people; feel free to bring your own laptop or use one of the library machines for the class.

Please call the library at 487-5880 or stop by to register. Attendees will receive a free pair of earbuds and their choice of a $10 gift card to either Dunkin’, Reny’s or Danforth’s (while supplies last). In addition, all registrants that attend the class will be entered into a drawing to win one of three Lenovo M9 tablets.

This class is made possible by a grant from PLA, funded by AT&T. DigitalLearn.org Workshops and Modules were created by the Public Library Association, with support from AT&T.

Fun STEAM Time Makes Homemade "Lava" Lamps!
2025-05-07 15:30 - 16:30
Come join Miss Cassidy for Fun STEAM Time and make your own lava lamp with oil, water, and food coloring – groovy! Learn how and why some substances just don’t combine.

Board Game Night (18+)
2025-05-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-21 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-28 18:00 - 21:00
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 Forest Shuffle, Tsuro, That’s So Clever 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 in the reading room at 6PM. Hope to see you there!

FREE Windows 11 Basics Class - Take a Class, Get a Chance to Win a NEW Tablet!
2025-05-10 10:30 - 11:30

LEGO Club
2025-05-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-24 13:00 - 14:00
Come join Miss Cassidy and play with the library’s collection of LEGOs! What can you make? All ages welcome.

Story Time Reads A House for Hermit Crab
2025-05-12 10:30 - 11:30
Come join Miss Cassidy as she reads Eric Carle’s classic, A House for Hermit Crab. Then make and decorate your own hermit crab shell!

FREE MacOS Basics Class - Take a Class, Get a Chance to Win a NEW Tablet!
2025-05-13 16:00 - 17:00
This workshop is for those who are new to using the MacOS or want to build more confidence using the Mac operating system. Attendees will learn to navigate the Mac operating system, manage applications using the Dock, find and manage files and folders, save and delete files, and more. Class is limited to six people; please bring your own Mac laptop or tablet.

Please call the library at 487-5880 or stop by to register. Attendees will receive a free pair of earbuds and their choice of a $10 gift card to either Dunkin’, Reny’s or Danforth’s (while supplies last). In addition, all registrants that attend the class will be entered into a drawing to win one of three Lenovo M9 tablets.

This class is made possible by a grant from PLA, funded by AT&T. DigitalLearn.org Workshops and Modules were created by the Public Library Association, with support from AT&T.

Fun STEAM Time Has a Marshmallow Tower Building Contest!
2025-05-14 15:30 - 16:30
Using only marshmallows and toothpicks, who will be able to build the tallest tower? What shapes are naturally strongest? What happens if you eat an important marshmallow?! Come have fun finding out!

Board Game Night (18+)
2025-05-14 18:00 - 21:00
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 Forest Shuffle, Flamecraft, Tsuro, That’s So Clever 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 in the reading room at 6PM. Hope to see you there!

FREE MacOS Basics Class - Take a Class, Get a Chance to Win a NEW Tablet!
2025-05-17 10:30 - 11:30
This workshop is for those who are new to using the MacOS or want to build more confidence using the Mac operating system. Attendees will learn to navigate the Mac operating system, manage applications using the Dock, find and manage files and folders, save and delete files, and more. Class is limited to six people; please bring your own Mac laptop.

Please call the library at 487-5880 or stop by to register. Attendees will receive a free pair of earbuds and their choice of a $10 gift card to either Dunkin’, Reny’s or Danforth’s (while supplies last). In addition, all registrants that attend the class will be entered into a drawing to win one of three Lenovo M9 tablets.

This class is made possible by a grant from PLA, funded by AT&T. DigitalLearn.org Workshops and Modules were created by the Public Library Association, with support from AT&T.

Story Time Has a Special Visitor: Kaitlyn Rollins Reads Her New Peeka the Penguin Book!
2025-05-19 10:30 - 11:30
Join Miss Cassidy as she welcomes Kaitlyn Rollins, reading her book Peeka the Penguin – Scared of the Dark. Then enjoy some fun penguin themed crafts!

Culture Club Checks Out Vietnamese Stick Insects!
2025-05-21 15:30 - 16:30
Travel to Vietnam with Culture Club, and learn all about some amazing mimics – Vietnamese Stick Insects! At nearly a foot long, these guys imitate some pretty big sticks. Enjoy craft time and take home an educational book as always!

FREE Android Basics Class - Take a Class, Get a Chance to Win a NEW Tablet!
2025-05-24 10:30 - 11:30
Come learn the features and functions of an Android phone. We will be focusing on phones, but we can cover Android tablets, too! Those taking the class will need to bring in their personal device to the class.

This workshop is targeted at those who have an Android mobile device and want to learn more about the basic functions. It will help you get connected, identify common apps, and build confidence in using your device safely.

Please call the library at 487-5880 or stop by to register. Attendees will receive a free pair of ear buds and a $10 gift card to either Reny’s, Dunkin’ or Danforth’s (while supplies last)! In addition, all registrants that attend the class will be entered into a drawing to win one of three Lenovo M9 tablets.

This class is made possible by a grant from PLA, funded by AT&T. DigitalLearn.org Workshops and Modules were created by the Public Library Association, with support from AT&T.

LIBRARY CLOSED
2025-05-26
The library will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day.

FREE Internet Basics Class - Take a Class, Get a Chance to Win a FREE Tablet!
2025-05-27 16:00 - 17:00
Come learn about search engines, the internet and how to navigate around websites. We’ll cover basic terminology, functionality, and navigation of internet browsers, search engines and websites. This class is targeted at anyone made uneasy by the internet – let’s build confidence and competence!

Please call the library at 487-5880 or stop by to register. Attendees will receive a free pair of ear buds and a $10 gift card to Reny’s, Dunkin’, or Danforth’s (while supplies last)! In addition, all registrants that attend the class will be entered into a drawing to win one of three Lenovo M9 tablets.

This class is made possible by a grant from PLA, funded by AT&T. DigitalLearn.org Workshops and Modules were created by the Public Library Association, with support from AT&T.

Miss Jenny's Playgroup Returns!
2025-05-28 11:00 - 12:00
Come join KVACP’s Miss Jenny for developmentally appropriate play, games, crafts and movement! This playgroup is designed for ages birth through five, but all are welcome!

Fun STEAM Time Makes Magic Bubble Paintings!
2025-05-28 15:30 - 16:30
Come join Miss Cassidy in making some beautiful bubble art!

FREE Internet Basics Class - Take a Class, Get a Chance to Win a NEW Tablet!
2025-05-31 10:30 - 11:30

An Evening With Maine Author Paul Doiron
2025-06-02 18:00 - 20:00
The Pittsfield Public Library and the Ann B. McGowan Maine Writers Series are pleased to present an evening with author Paul Doiron.

Paul Doiron is the best-selling author of the Mike Bowditch series of crime novels set in the Maine woods. His first book, The Poacher’s Son, won the Barry Award and the Strand Critics Award and was nominated for an Edgar for Best First Novel. His second, Trespasser, won the 2012 Maine Literary Award. Paul’s twelfth book, Dead by Dawn, won the New England Society’s 2022 Book Award for Fiction, as well as his second Maine Literary Award. It was also a finalist for the Barry Award. His books have been translated into 11 languages.

Skin and Bones, a collection of Mike Bowditch short stories, will be released on May 13th. The Briar Patch Books from Bangor will be here at the library during Paul’s talk, so be sure to pick up your copy for signing!

This event is free and open to the public.

An Evening with Maine Author Chris Packard
2025-06-17 18:00 - 20:00
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 or pamola? Come learn more about these mysterious beasts and the legends that surround them.

Chris is a full-time high school science teacher at Bangor High School. He is also a trail runner, swordfighter, storyteller, and outdoor adventurer. When not teaching, writing, or wandering in the wilds he can often be found on his small homestead in Hampden, Maine gardening, raising chickens, and spending time with his wife and two sons.

Prior to taking up teaching and writing he worked as an ecological restoration technician, field biologist, naturalist, and outdoor educator. He has earned some pieces of paper that say things about degrees in biology and education. But most of his learning has come from his passion for discovery and his drive to bring people together.

This talk is suitable for all ages and is free and open to the public.
