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Inspired by artist Yayoi Kusama, the Camden Public Library wishes to pay homage to the humble dot by inviting artists from the Midcoast community to make their mark and display their own dot-covered creations at the library from September 16 through September 23. Kusama’s famous dot-covered art project, “Obliteration Room,” invited members of the public to decorate a giant white room, and everything in it, with colorful dot stickers. The result was a joyful, confetti-covered art installation for the Queensland…
Find out more »Come enjoy breathtaking views of the Camden Inner Harbor while communing with the large oaks and the sister breezes. Revel in the sky above and the Earth beneath your feet while practicing a simultaneously deeply grounded and uplifting sequence of Yoga poses all linked with the breath. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library.
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At its regularly scheduled reading and discussion group on the third Tuesday of the month, the Camden Philosophical Society meets to discuss a wide range of topics. Topics and readings will be announced in the weeks leading up to each event. Stay tuned for details, or email Sarah Miller at sarahmiller@usa.net. Update on topic: The aim of the September discussion is to build on previous sessions, which explored the intersection between indigenous and socialist thought as it might be applied to…
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Join us at the library for a new monthly program - knitting! This program is for 6th graders through adults, and no experience is needed. You can join us with your own project or learn to knit with us! Needles and yarn provided if you don't have your own.
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The Camden Conference presents Michael Roskin at the Camden Public Library on Tuesday, September 17 at 7pm. This event is free and open to all. If the historic shifts in how we communicate–from spoken to written to printed to broadcast–changed how we think, what will cyber do to our thinking? One big global village or narrow tribalism? Initial indicators do not augur well for a peaceful, prosperous world. Michael Roskin, a political scientist, is a 1960 Berkeley graduate who worked…
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Three live owls are the highlights of this program, which introduces participants to the owls native to Maine and New England. Beginning with slides and sounds, participants will learn the identifying characteristics and calls of each owl. Then, using talons, wings, and skulls, we explore the adaptations of these silent nocturnal hunters. This program ends with an intimate and detailed look at live owls, bringing these creatures of the night into the light! This program is being presented through a partnership…
Find out more »Come enjoy breathtaking views of the Camden Inner Harbor while communing with the large oaks and the sister breezes. Revel in the sky above and the Earth beneath your feet while practicing a simultaneously deeply grounded and uplifting sequence of Yoga poses all linked with the breath. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library.
Find out more »We never outgrow listening to a good story read aloud. Join us every Friday afternoon at 11:00 am in the comfortable seating by the Teen Section. Librarians and community members take turns reading each week. Readings last 30 - 60 minutes. If you are interested in being a volunteer reader, please contact Julia at jpierce@librarycamden.org.
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This program offers something to all chess players. Whether a total beginner or a more experienced player, everyone can get something out of this class. A variety of resources will be used to improve chess knowledge, including books, chess studies, and videos. The most important thing about this class is that it offers real experience, attendees can learn about chess ideas and test them out on the board. The club will provide a community where the game of chess might…
Find out more »Come enjoy breathtaking views of the Camden Inner Harbor while communing with the large oaks and the sister breezes. Revel in the sky above and the Earth beneath your feet while practicing a simultaneously deeply grounded and uplifting sequence of Yoga poses all linked with the breath. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library.
Find out more »