BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Camden Public Library - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Camden Public Library X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.librarycamden.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Camden Public Library REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T200000 DTSTAMP:20260817T170806Z CREATED:20250930T203558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T170806Z UID:96449-1784829600-1784836800@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Songwriter Sessions - Open to all DESCRIPTION:Come find a supportive group for your songwriting. All levels of songwriting are welcome! Drop-ins encouraged! Find us in the Picker Room\, or sometimes in the History Center. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSongwriters will meet on the fourth Thursday of each month* in 2026: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 22\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 26\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26\n\n\n\nThursday\, April 23\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 28\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 25\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 23\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 27\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 1\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 22\n\n\n\nThursday\, November 19\n\n\n\nThursday\, December 17\n\n\n\n\n*Due to holidays and library closures\, Songwriters will occasionally meet on an alternative Thursday. Please refer to the scheduled calendar dates listed above or those displayed on the calendar to determine when Songwriters will meet. \n\n\n\n“We are looking forward to a good time\, sharing our writing and music\,” said Gross. “We are also hoping for some cross-pollination\, and getting some harmony and instrumental support for each other. In the past we have had all kinds of styles from traditional to singer-songwriter to rockabilly\, novelty songs\, Broadway\, hymns\, and humor. We are hoping to see some new songwriters and hear some new songs!” \n\n\n\nFor more information\, email Songwriters organizer Ken Gross at grossgrp@roadrunner.com or call the library at 236-3440. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/songwriter-sessions-2/2026-07-23/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/songwriters-1-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T100000 DTSTAMP:20260605T194159Z CREATED:20260422T172036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T194159Z UID:96346-1784883600-1784887200@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Amphitheatre with Denyse Robinson DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Amphitheatre is back! Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are at once grounding and uplifting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClasses are taught by Denyse Robinson\, Certified Yoga Teacher\, and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:00 am through October. In July\, yoga will also be held on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:45 am. \n\n\n\nWe link breath with movement\, and mindfulness as we move together through an ever changing sequence of seated\, standing\, balance\, forward folds\, backbends and mildly inverted poses. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to get on Denyse’s email list\, please text her at 207-975-5325 or email at denyserobinson@gmail.com. You are welcome to just show up\, but it is recommended to join the email list in case of a scheduling or location change due to weather. \n\n\n\nA limited number of mats\, blocks\, and straps are provided.  If you like a blanket for practice\, please bring one. All levels are welcome. Donations are suggested with a portion of the proceeds donated directly to Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the library opens at 10 AM and restrooms are not available before that time. \n\n\n\nThe grand oaks above swaying in the breeze\, the open sky\, the foreground of sailboats at play- all the while your feet solid on the Earth\, makes for a truly transformational experience. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/yoga-in-the-amphitheatre-with-denyse-robinson2/2026-07-24/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/yoga_in_the_amphitheatre-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T110000 DTSTAMP:20260828T153958Z CREATED:20251229T174535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T153958Z UID:94873-1784887200-1784890800@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Preschool Story Time DESCRIPTION:Join us for themed stories\, book extension crafts\, and activities every Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the Picker Room! These are geared for preschool-age children\, but all ages and families are welcome! \n\n\n\nSeptember 4th – GoldfishSeptember 11th – All Sorts of DotsSeptember 18th – Woodland AnimalsSeptember 25th – Super Shapes \n\n\n\n*Please note that there are no Thursday story times currently. Book Time for Babies takes place on Wednesdays\, and Preschool Story Time takes place on Fridays. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/preschool-story-time/2026-07-24/ CATEGORIES:Kids' Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000 DTSTAMP:20260603T193014Z CREATED:20260603T192923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T193014Z UID:97248-1784908800-1784912400@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Historic Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:The Camden Public Library is pleased to offer a walking tour of downtown Camden for the 15th year in a row! Tours will take place on select summer Fridays at 4:00 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis entertaining and educational walking tour features a handful of historic sites in downtown Camden\, including the Camden Public Library grounds and Amphitheatre\, which were designated a National Historic Landmark in 2013. Learn about the people\, places\, and industries that continue to make Camden a special destination. \n\n\n\nThe tour begins in the Children’s Garden of the Camden Public Library on Atlantic Avenue and ends at the Village Green. Moderate walking involved; suitable for all ages. Much of the tour will be conducted outdoors and will be weather dependent. \n\n\n\nTour Dates:\n\n\n\n\nJune 26\n\n\n\nJuly 3\n\n\n\nJuly 17\n\n\n\nJuly 24\n\n\n\nAugust 21\n\n\n\nAugust 28\n\n\n\nSeptember 4\n\n\n\nSeptember 11\n\n\n\nSeptember 18\n\n\n\n\nThe tour is free of charge and open to all\, though donations (to benefit the library) are cheerfully accepted. Reservations are not required. Please contact the library at 207-236-3440 if you have URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/historic-walking-tour-4/2026-07-24/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/amy-and-dave-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T194500 DTSTAMP:20260622T222243Z CREATED:20260622T221825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T222243Z UID:97654-1784916000-1784922300@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Camden Shakespeare Festival Presents: The Tempest DESCRIPTION:The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns! This summer\, the Festival will bring you the magic of Shakespeare’s final masterpiece\, THE TEMPEST. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe magician Prospero shipwrecks his enemies to his remote island because he has something special planned for them… What actually happens will surprise both them and YOU! Don’t miss this unique theatre event.  \n\n\n\nAll performances begin at 6:00 p.m. and take place outside in the beautiful\, historic Amphitheatre. The production is suitable for all ages. Chairs provided. Don’t miss it! \n\n\n\nIf the performance takes place when the library is closed\, there will be portable toilets available for the audience. \n\n\n\n In the event of rain\, the show will be indoors at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church. \n\n\n\nYou must purchase tickets to attend. Tickets can be purchased online at camdenshakespeare.org or at the circulation desk in the Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets Online!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKET PRICES: \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission: $33.00 \n\n\n\nSenior/Student/Veteran: $28.00 \n\n\n\nYouth\, Age 17 or Under: $5.00 \n\n\n\nLOCATION: \n\n\n\nCamden Amphitheatre\, Atlantic Ave\, outside of Camden Public Library. If it rains\, the show will take place at St. Thomas’s Episcopal Church / 33 Chestnut Street\, Camden\, ME 04843 \n\n\n\nCheck CamdenShakespeare.org or their Facebook page for location updates if rain is forecasted. \n\n\n\nPARKING: \n\n\n\n2 hour parking is available on the street and in the small parking lot off of Atlantic Avenue. Free all day parking is available in select public lots. \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE DATES: \n\n\n\nWed. July 15\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 16\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 17\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 21\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 22\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 23\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 24\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 28\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 29\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 30\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 31\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. August 5\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. August 6\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. August 7\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSat. August 8\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSun. August 9\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about hosting an actor from the Camden Shakespeare Festival\, email: info@camdenshakespeare.org URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/the-tempest/2026-07-24/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar,Kids' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/TempestPoster3copy72.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T160000 DTSTAMP:20260703T162739Z CREATED:20260703T162727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T162739Z UID:98071-1785074400-1785081600@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Self-Publishing Writer's Workshop & Information DESCRIPTION:Join author and self-publishing aficionado Philip Austin for an informative presentation and workshop all about self-publishing. This will take place in the Picker Room. Please register below. If you can no longer attend\, please email jsagaser@librarycamden.org \n\n\n\n\n \n \n Sign Up for Self-Publishing Workshop & Presentation\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/self-publishing-writers-workshop-information/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/image-478.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T160000 DTSTAMP:20260807T201327Z CREATED:20260305T154349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T201327Z UID:95610-1785074400-1785081600@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Work in Progress: A Reading Roundtable for Poets and Writers DESCRIPTION:This new roundtable group for writers and poets meets on second and fourth Sundays\, 2:00 – 4:00 PM\, in the Picker Room at Camden Public Library. Open to all. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/work-in-progress-a-reading-roundtable-for-poets-and-writers/2026-07-26/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T090000 DTSTAMP:20260605T194043Z CREATED:20260605T194043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T194043Z UID:98310-1785138300-1785142800@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Amphitheatre with Denyse Robinson DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Amphitheatre is back! Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are at once grounding and uplifting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClasses are taught by Denyse Robinson\, Certified Yoga Teacher\, and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:00 am (through mid-October) as well as on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:45 am (through August 13). There will not be yoga on August 21. \n\n\n\nWe link breath with movement\, and mindfulness as we move together through an ever changing sequence of seated\, standing\, balance\, forward folds\, backbends and mildly inverted poses. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to get on Denyse’s email list\, please text her at 207-975-5325 or email at denyserobinson@gmail.com. You are welcome to just show up\, but it is recommended to join the email list in case of a scheduling or location change due to weather. \n\n\n\nA limited number of mats\, blocks\, and straps are provided.  If you like a blanket for practice\, please bring one. All levels are welcome. Donations are suggested with a portion of the proceeds donated directly to Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the library opens at 10 AM and restrooms are not available before that time. \n\n\n\nThe grand oaks above swaying in the breeze\, the open sky\, the foreground of sailboats at play- all the while your feet solid on the Earth\, makes for a truly transformational experience. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/yoga-in-the-amphitheatre-with-denyse-robinson-july/2026-07-27/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/yoga_in_the_amphitheatre-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T113000 DTSTAMP:20230503T143912Z CREATED:20230503T143912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T143912Z UID:94876-1785148200-1785151800@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi and Qigong DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the many benefits of tai chi and qigong through the exploration of movements and principles. These beginning classes are beneficial for people of all levels of fitness—developing awareness\, relaxation\, energy\, flexibility\, strength\, balance\, and pleasure in the open air. \n\n\n\nTai Chi meets in the Amphitheatre every Monday and Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. \n\n\n\n\nAnna Dembska is a certified teacher of Yang Family tai chi. She studies tai chi and qigong with Mike Shunney in Rockland and Zhong Xuechao (Master Bing) from Wudang Mountain\, China. She has also studied Yang Family tai chi with Grandmaster Yang Jun and San Shou two-person play with Dr. Jay Dunbar and Kathleen Cusick. Anna is a singer\, composer\, and voice teacher by profession\, and her tai chi teaching is informed by its many similarities with vocal technique\, which she has been practicing and teaching for many years. \n\n\n\nClasses are by donation\, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the Camden Public Library. For more information contact Anna at camdentaiji@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n(Emailing Anna is strongly encouraged so that you can be contacted in case the class is canceled and to confirm if the class will happen in the Amphitheatre or on the Upper Lawn.) URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/tai-chi-and-qigong-in-the-amphitheatre-2-2023-06-26-2023-06-26/2026-07-27/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T193000 DTSTAMP:20260722T185834Z CREATED:20260522T152351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T185834Z UID:96857-1785175200-1785180600@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Concert: Sonja's Jazz Organ Quartet (in the Amphitheatre) DESCRIPTION:Camden Public Library welcomes Let the jazz continue! Camden Public Library Sonja Florman’s Jazz Organ Quartet for an concert on Monday\, July 27 at 6:00 PM in the Amphitheatre. \n\n\n\nSonja’s Jazz Organ Quartet brings the timeless sound of the Hammond B3 to life with an energetic mix of jazz\, swing\, soul\, and Latin grooves. \n\n\n\nBring a camp chair or blanket for comfortable seating. Families\, dogs\, and picnics welcome! Free as always. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the library closes at 6:00 p.m. on Mondays and restrooms will not be available in the library during the concert. There are restrooms at the Public Landing. This concert is weather dependent. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/concert-sonjas-jazz-organ-quartet/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/sonja-jazz-organ-quartet.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T100000 DTSTAMP:20260605T194202Z CREATED:20260422T172036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T194202Z UID:96347-1785229200-1785232800@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Amphitheatre with Denyse Robinson DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Amphitheatre is back! Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are at once grounding and uplifting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClasses are taught by Denyse Robinson\, Certified Yoga Teacher\, and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:00 am through October. In July\, yoga will also be held on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:45 am. \n\n\n\nWe link breath with movement\, and mindfulness as we move together through an ever changing sequence of seated\, standing\, balance\, forward folds\, backbends and mildly inverted poses. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to get on Denyse’s email list\, please text her at 207-975-5325 or email at denyserobinson@gmail.com. You are welcome to just show up\, but it is recommended to join the email list in case of a scheduling or location change due to weather. \n\n\n\nA limited number of mats\, blocks\, and straps are provided.  If you like a blanket for practice\, please bring one. All levels are welcome. Donations are suggested with a portion of the proceeds donated directly to Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the library opens at 10 AM and restrooms are not available before that time. \n\n\n\nThe grand oaks above swaying in the breeze\, the open sky\, the foreground of sailboats at play- all the while your feet solid on the Earth\, makes for a truly transformational experience. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/yoga-in-the-amphitheatre-with-denyse-robinson2/2026-07-28/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/yoga_in_the_amphitheatre-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T120000 DTSTAMP:20240827T174231Z CREATED:20240827T174231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T174231Z UID:94889-1785229200-1785240000@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Book Donations Open at the Blue Door Book Shed DESCRIPTION:We welcome donations of materials that can be added to our collection or sold to support our programs\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHardcover\, paperback\, and audio books\n\n\n\nCDs and DVDs in cases\n\n\n\nPuzzles bagged inside boxes\n\n\n\n\nDue to space and sorting limitations\, we can only accept 2 bags or boxes at a time. \n\n\n\nAll items must be in good or better condition. Items in poor / unsellable condition\, or for which there is no market\, create a financial burden for the Library and extra work for volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nPlease do NOT bring: \n\n\n\n\nBooks with mold or mildew\, musty smell\, water damage\, missing dust jackets\, stained or torn covers\, broken spines\, writing inside\, or other physical damage;\n\n\n\nTextbooks\, condensed books\, self-published books\, encyclopedias\, journals\, or magazines;\n\n\n\nCassette or VHS tapes;\n\n\n\nContemporary fiction more than 10 years old;\n\n\n\nMedical\, health\, computer\, technology\, or reference books more than 2 years old.\n\n\n\n\n\nDonations may be brought in boxes or bags to the blue door book shed located in the Meadow Parking Lot on Atlantic Avenue on Tuesdays from 9am – 12pm. Please do not leave donations at any other time – the weather will get to them before our volunteers do. \n\n\n\nWe rely on volunteers who generously give their time to accept\, sort\, and pack your donations. Due to their time and our space limitations\, we can only accept 2 bags or boxes at a time. Please be prepared to wait for a few minutes while a volunteer accepts your donation. \n\n\n\nIf you have a donation larger than 2 bags/boxes or are unable to come on a Tuesday morning\, please call the Library at (207) 236-3440. A staff member will collect and forward your information to a volunteer who will contact you to make alternative arrangements. \n\n\n\nPlease do not bring donations directly to the Library – there is no storage available at this time. \n\n\n\nThank you for your support of the Camden Public Library! URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/book-donations-at-the-blue-door-book-shed-2/2026-07-28/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T130000 DTSTAMP:20230531T161613Z CREATED:20230531T161613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T161613Z UID:94890-1785240000-1785243600@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Walsh History Center Hour - On Zoom DESCRIPTION:Do you have a question about the history of Camden\, your ancestors that may have lived in the area\, or the house you live in now? Ken Gross and the Walsh History Center team are happy to try to help find you an answer! To request a link to participate\, or simply ask a question\, email: wporter@librarycamden.org \n\n\n\nPlease let us know a bit about what you are interested in discussing so that we can have our resources ready. \n\n\n\n\n\n“Anne Fletcher’s birthday carol (flashlight).” Photo is undated. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/walsh-history-center-hour-on-zoom-2/2026-07-28/ LOCATION:Camden Public Library\, 55 Main Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/Anne-Fletcher-birthday-carol-scaled.jpg GEO:44.2115615;-69.0646932 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camden Public Library 55 Main Street Camden ME 04843 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=55 Main Street:geo:-69.0646932,44.2115615 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000 DTSTAMP:20230222T220609Z CREATED:20230222T220609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T220609Z UID:95146-1785243600-1785250800@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Leer y Charlar DESCRIPTION:Leer y Charlar is a Spanish language reading and conversation group. Members chat about each other’s lives in Spanish\, and then discuss the “article of the day” from an online Spanish language newspaper distributed prior to the meeting. \n\n\n\nMeetings on the second Tuesday of the month will meet on Zoom only. On fourth Tuesdays\, meetings will be hybrid and take place in the Picker Room as well as on Zoom. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to receive a Zoom link to participate\, contact the group organizer Lynne Taylor at leerycharlar@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDid you know? Leer y Charlar has been going on for 9 years! URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/leer-y-charlar-2-2023-12-26/2026-07-28/ LOCATION:Camden Public Library\, 55 Main Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/leer-y-charlar-1.jpg GEO:44.2115615;-69.0646932 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camden Public Library 55 Main Street Camden ME 04843 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=55 Main Street:geo:-69.0646932,44.2115615 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T194500 DTSTAMP:20260622T222244Z CREATED:20260622T221825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T222244Z UID:97655-1785261600-1785267900@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Camden Shakespeare Festival Presents: The Tempest DESCRIPTION:The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns! This summer\, the Festival will bring you the magic of Shakespeare’s final masterpiece\, THE TEMPEST. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe magician Prospero shipwrecks his enemies to his remote island because he has something special planned for them… What actually happens will surprise both them and YOU! Don’t miss this unique theatre event.  \n\n\n\nAll performances begin at 6:00 p.m. and take place outside in the beautiful\, historic Amphitheatre. The production is suitable for all ages. Chairs provided. Don’t miss it! \n\n\n\nIf the performance takes place when the library is closed\, there will be portable toilets available for the audience. \n\n\n\n In the event of rain\, the show will be indoors at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church. \n\n\n\nYou must purchase tickets to attend. Tickets can be purchased online at camdenshakespeare.org or at the circulation desk in the Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets Online!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKET PRICES: \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission: $33.00 \n\n\n\nSenior/Student/Veteran: $28.00 \n\n\n\nYouth\, Age 17 or Under: $5.00 \n\n\n\nLOCATION: \n\n\n\nCamden Amphitheatre\, Atlantic Ave\, outside of Camden Public Library. If it rains\, the show will take place at St. Thomas’s Episcopal Church / 33 Chestnut Street\, Camden\, ME 04843 \n\n\n\nCheck CamdenShakespeare.org or their Facebook page for location updates if rain is forecasted. \n\n\n\nPARKING: \n\n\n\n2 hour parking is available on the street and in the small parking lot off of Atlantic Avenue. Free all day parking is available in select public lots. \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE DATES: \n\n\n\nWed. July 15\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 16\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 17\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 21\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 22\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 23\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 24\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 28\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 29\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 30\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 31\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. August 5\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. August 6\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. August 7\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSat. August 8\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSun. August 9\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about hosting an actor from the Camden Shakespeare Festival\, email: info@camdenshakespeare.org URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/the-tempest/2026-07-28/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar,Kids' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/TempestPoster3copy72.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T110000 DTSTAMP:20230525T212042Z CREATED:20230525T212042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T212042Z UID:95087-1785319200-1785322800@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Book Time for Babies with Miss Amy DESCRIPTION:Join Miss Amy on Wednesdays at 10 am for stories and songs for your little ones! Wednesday story times are themed for babies. \n\n\n\nOn Thursdays & Fridays at 10 am\, join Miss Amy for preschool- and early elementary-themed stories & book extension crafts. Story times are indoors unless otherwise noted. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/book-time-for-babies-with-miss-amy/2026-07-29/ LOCATION:Camden Public Library\, 55 Main Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States CATEGORIES:Kids' Calendar GEO:44.2115615;-69.0646932 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camden Public Library 55 Main Street Camden ME 04843 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=55 Main Street:geo:-69.0646932,44.2115615 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T170000 DTSTAMP:20230223T193817Z CREATED:20230223T193817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T193817Z UID:95086-1785340800-1785344400@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Art & Journaling DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday\, Amy Hand facilitates creative art and journaling projects for adults through emails and Zoom. On second Wednesdays\, meetings are held in-person in the Picker Room as well as on Zoom. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in receiving the project ideas or would like to receive a link to participate in the Zoom meeting\, contact: alhand@librarycamden.org URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/art-journaling/2026-07-29/ LOCATION:Camden Public Library\, 55 Main Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/jonathan-borba-Yod824b0KDA-unsplash-scaled.jpg GEO:44.2115615;-69.0646932 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camden Public Library 55 Main Street Camden ME 04843 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=55 Main Street:geo:-69.0646932,44.2115615 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T194500 DTSTAMP:20260622T222245Z CREATED:20260622T221825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T222245Z UID:97656-1785348000-1785354300@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Camden Shakespeare Festival Presents: The Tempest DESCRIPTION:The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns! This summer\, the Festival will bring you the magic of Shakespeare’s final masterpiece\, THE TEMPEST. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe magician Prospero shipwrecks his enemies to his remote island because he has something special planned for them… What actually happens will surprise both them and YOU! Don’t miss this unique theatre event.  \n\n\n\nAll performances begin at 6:00 p.m. and take place outside in the beautiful\, historic Amphitheatre. The production is suitable for all ages. Chairs provided. Don’t miss it! \n\n\n\nIf the performance takes place when the library is closed\, there will be portable toilets available for the audience. \n\n\n\n In the event of rain\, the show will be indoors at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church. \n\n\n\nYou must purchase tickets to attend. Tickets can be purchased online at camdenshakespeare.org or at the circulation desk in the Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets Online!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKET PRICES: \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission: $33.00 \n\n\n\nSenior/Student/Veteran: $28.00 \n\n\n\nYouth\, Age 17 or Under: $5.00 \n\n\n\nLOCATION: \n\n\n\nCamden Amphitheatre\, Atlantic Ave\, outside of Camden Public Library. If it rains\, the show will take place at St. Thomas’s Episcopal Church / 33 Chestnut Street\, Camden\, ME 04843 \n\n\n\nCheck CamdenShakespeare.org or their Facebook page for location updates if rain is forecasted. \n\n\n\nPARKING: \n\n\n\n2 hour parking is available on the street and in the small parking lot off of Atlantic Avenue. Free all day parking is available in select public lots. \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE DATES: \n\n\n\nWed. July 15\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 16\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 17\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 21\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 22\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 23\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 24\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 28\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 29\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 30\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 31\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. August 5\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. August 6\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. August 7\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSat. August 8\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSun. August 9\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about hosting an actor from the Camden Shakespeare Festival\, email: info@camdenshakespeare.org URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/the-tempest/2026-07-29/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar,Kids' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/TempestPoster3copy72.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T090000 DTSTAMP:20260722T154952Z CREATED:20260605T194043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T154952Z UID:97318-1785397500-1785402000@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Amphitheatre with Denyse Robinson DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Amphitheatre is back! Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are at once grounding and uplifting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClasses are taught by Denyse Robinson\, Certified Yoga Teacher\, and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:00 am (through mid-October) as well as on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:45 am (through August 13). There will not be yoga on August 21. \n\n\n\nWe link breath with movement\, and mindfulness as we move together through an ever changing sequence of seated\, standing\, balance\, forward folds\, backbends and mildly inverted poses. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to get on Denyse’s email list\, please text her at 207-975-5325 or email at denyserobinson@gmail.com. You are welcome to just show up\, but it is recommended to join the email list in case of a scheduling or location change due to weather. \n\n\n\nA limited number of mats\, blocks\, and straps are provided.  If you like a blanket for practice\, please bring one. All levels are welcome. Donations are suggested with a portion of the proceeds donated directly to Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the library opens at 10 AM and restrooms are not available before that time. \n\n\n\nThe grand oaks above swaying in the breeze\, the open sky\, the foreground of sailboats at play- all the while your feet solid on the Earth\, makes for a truly transformational experience. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/yoga-in-the-amphitheatre-with-denyse-robinson-july/2026-07-30/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/yoga_in_the_amphitheatre-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T113000 DTSTAMP:20230503T143912Z CREATED:20230503T143912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T143912Z UID:95089-1785407400-1785411000@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi and Qigong DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the many benefits of tai chi and qigong through the exploration of movements and principles. These beginning classes are beneficial for people of all levels of fitness—developing awareness\, relaxation\, energy\, flexibility\, strength\, balance\, and pleasure in the open air. \n\n\n\nTai Chi meets in the Amphitheatre every Monday and Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. \n\n\n\n\nAnna Dembska is a certified teacher of Yang Family tai chi. She studies tai chi and qigong with Mike Shunney in Rockland and Zhong Xuechao (Master Bing) from Wudang Mountain\, China. She has also studied Yang Family tai chi with Grandmaster Yang Jun and San Shou two-person play with Dr. Jay Dunbar and Kathleen Cusick. Anna is a singer\, composer\, and voice teacher by profession\, and her tai chi teaching is informed by its many similarities with vocal technique\, which she has been practicing and teaching for many years. \n\n\n\nClasses are by donation\, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the Camden Public Library. For more information contact Anna at camdentaiji@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n(Emailing Anna is strongly encouraged so that you can be contacted in case the class is canceled and to confirm if the class will happen in the Amphitheatre or on the Upper Lawn.) URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/tai-chi-and-qigong-in-the-amphitheatre-2-2023-06-26-2023-06-26/2026-07-30/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T194500 DTSTAMP:20260622T222246Z CREATED:20260622T221825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T222246Z UID:97657-1785434400-1785440700@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Camden Shakespeare Festival Presents: The Tempest DESCRIPTION:The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns! This summer\, the Festival will bring you the magic of Shakespeare’s final masterpiece\, THE TEMPEST. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe magician Prospero shipwrecks his enemies to his remote island because he has something special planned for them… What actually happens will surprise both them and YOU! Don’t miss this unique theatre event.  \n\n\n\nAll performances begin at 6:00 p.m. and take place outside in the beautiful\, historic Amphitheatre. The production is suitable for all ages. Chairs provided. Don’t miss it! \n\n\n\nIf the performance takes place when the library is closed\, there will be portable toilets available for the audience. \n\n\n\n In the event of rain\, the show will be indoors at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church. \n\n\n\nYou must purchase tickets to attend. Tickets can be purchased online at camdenshakespeare.org or at the circulation desk in the Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets Online!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKET PRICES: \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission: $33.00 \n\n\n\nSenior/Student/Veteran: $28.00 \n\n\n\nYouth\, Age 17 or Under: $5.00 \n\n\n\nLOCATION: \n\n\n\nCamden Amphitheatre\, Atlantic Ave\, outside of Camden Public Library. If it rains\, the show will take place at St. Thomas’s Episcopal Church / 33 Chestnut Street\, Camden\, ME 04843 \n\n\n\nCheck CamdenShakespeare.org or their Facebook page for location updates if rain is forecasted. \n\n\n\nPARKING: \n\n\n\n2 hour parking is available on the street and in the small parking lot off of Atlantic Avenue. Free all day parking is available in select public lots. \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE DATES: \n\n\n\nWed. July 15\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 16\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 17\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 21\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 22\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 23\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 24\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 28\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 29\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 30\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 31\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. August 5\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. August 6\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. August 7\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSat. August 8\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSun. August 9\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about hosting an actor from the Camden Shakespeare Festival\, email: info@camdenshakespeare.org URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/the-tempest/2026-07-30/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar,Kids' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/TempestPoster3copy72.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T100000 DTSTAMP:20260605T194204Z CREATED:20260422T172036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T194204Z UID:96348-1785488400-1785492000@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Amphitheatre with Denyse Robinson DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Amphitheatre is back! Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are at once grounding and uplifting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClasses are taught by Denyse Robinson\, Certified Yoga Teacher\, and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:00 am through October. In July\, yoga will also be held on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:45 am. \n\n\n\nWe link breath with movement\, and mindfulness as we move together through an ever changing sequence of seated\, standing\, balance\, forward folds\, backbends and mildly inverted poses. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to get on Denyse’s email list\, please text her at 207-975-5325 or email at denyserobinson@gmail.com. You are welcome to just show up\, but it is recommended to join the email list in case of a scheduling or location change due to weather. \n\n\n\nA limited number of mats\, blocks\, and straps are provided.  If you like a blanket for practice\, please bring one. All levels are welcome. Donations are suggested with a portion of the proceeds donated directly to Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the library opens at 10 AM and restrooms are not available before that time. \n\n\n\nThe grand oaks above swaying in the breeze\, the open sky\, the foreground of sailboats at play- all the while your feet solid on the Earth\, makes for a truly transformational experience. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/yoga-in-the-amphitheatre-with-denyse-robinson2/2026-07-31/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/yoga_in_the_amphitheatre-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T173000 DTSTAMP:20260729T175218Z CREATED:20260306T222031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T175218Z UID:95651-1785515400-1785519000@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Tern the Page Book Club Meeting: "The Return of the Oystercatcher" DESCRIPTION:Tern the Page is a book club for nature enthusiasts and bird nerds who are excited to learn and build community throughout the year\, presented in partnership between Hog Island Audubon Camp and Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEach season\, we will feature one book that connects to our themes. There will be two meetings for each title: an in person book club meeting at Camden Public Library (tea and coffee provided!) and a virtual ‘Meet the Author’ Q&A session over Zoom. Only the Zoom session will include the author\, but we hope you’ll join for both!  \n\n\n\nOur book for summer is The Return of the Oystercatcher by New York Times best-selling author Scott Weidensaul. \n\n\n\nIn-person book discussion: Friday\, July 31 at 4:30 PM at Camden Public Library with the book club only (author not present)Virtual Meet the Author session: Thursday\, August 27 at 4:30 PM on Zoom with the Author \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Free In-Person Discussion\n\n\n\nRegister for the Virtual Author Q & A\n\n\n\nSee full Tern the Page book schedule URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/tern-the-page-book-club-the-return-of-the-oystercatcher-by-scott-weidensaul/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/oystercatcher.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T194500 DTSTAMP:20260622T222247Z CREATED:20260622T221825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T222247Z UID:97658-1785520800-1785527100@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Camden Shakespeare Festival Presents: The Tempest DESCRIPTION:The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns! This summer\, the Festival will bring you the magic of Shakespeare’s final masterpiece\, THE TEMPEST. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe magician Prospero shipwrecks his enemies to his remote island because he has something special planned for them… What actually happens will surprise both them and YOU! Don’t miss this unique theatre event.  \n\n\n\nAll performances begin at 6:00 p.m. and take place outside in the beautiful\, historic Amphitheatre. The production is suitable for all ages. Chairs provided. Don’t miss it! \n\n\n\nIf the performance takes place when the library is closed\, there will be portable toilets available for the audience. \n\n\n\n In the event of rain\, the show will be indoors at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church. \n\n\n\nYou must purchase tickets to attend. Tickets can be purchased online at camdenshakespeare.org or at the circulation desk in the Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets Online!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKET PRICES: \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission: $33.00 \n\n\n\nSenior/Student/Veteran: $28.00 \n\n\n\nYouth\, Age 17 or Under: $5.00 \n\n\n\nLOCATION: \n\n\n\nCamden Amphitheatre\, Atlantic Ave\, outside of Camden Public Library. If it rains\, the show will take place at St. Thomas’s Episcopal Church / 33 Chestnut Street\, Camden\, ME 04843 \n\n\n\nCheck CamdenShakespeare.org or their Facebook page for location updates if rain is forecasted. \n\n\n\nPARKING: \n\n\n\n2 hour parking is available on the street and in the small parking lot off of Atlantic Avenue. Free all day parking is available in select public lots. \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE DATES: \n\n\n\nWed. July 15\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 16\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 17\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 21\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 22\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 23\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 24\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nTue. July 28\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. July 29\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. July 30\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. July 31\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nWed. August 5\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThu. August 6\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nFri. August 7\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSat. August 8\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nSun. August 9\, 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about hosting an actor from the Camden Shakespeare Festival\, email: info@camdenshakespeare.org URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/the-tempest/2026-07-31/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar,Kids' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/TempestPoster3copy72.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T153000 DTSTAMP:20260721T215952Z CREATED:20260522T152508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T215952Z UID:96859-1785592800-1785598200@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Rock n’ Roll of the 1950s and 1960s with Route 66 Band (Concert in the Amphitheatre) DESCRIPTION:Camden Public Library welcomes Route 66 Band for some Rock n’ Roll of the 50s and 60s on Saturday\, August 1 at 2:00 PM in the Amphitheatre! Bring your own camp chair or blanket for comfy seating. Picnics\, dogs\, families\, and dancing welcome! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMaine’s Route 66 band is a newly (March\, 2025) formed group of experienced Maine musicians who have played in orchestras\, salsa\, bluegrass\, folk\, rock n’ roll\, country\, R&B\, and blues groups. The band was formed to bring an original acoustic and electric sound to classic songs with flute\, saxophone\, guitar\, bass\, percussion\, and vocals. Get your kicks with Route 66! \n\n\n\nThis live performance will feature popular song from the 1950’s and 1960’s during a period of explosive change in American music and society. \n\n\n\n\nWhat song is often considered the first rock n’ roll song?\n\n\n\nWho recorded a debut single with the Blue Moon Boys in 1954?\n\n\n\nWhere was Hitsville USA?\n\n\n\nWhat song performed on Ed Sullivan’s TV show kick-started the British Invasion?\n\n\n\n\nAlan Freed\, a disc jockey in Cleveland during the early 1950s\, popularized the phrase “rock and roll” which grew from the blues\, boogie-woogie music of the 1930’s and 1940’s. Teenagers embraced rock n’ roll music as a form of rebellion against established norms and the authority of their parents. They listened to: \n\n\n\n\nJackie Brentson\, Bill Haley and the Comets\, Elvis Presley\, Chuck Berry\, Little Richard\, Buddy Holly\, Everly Brothers\, Jerry Lee Lewis\, and Johnny Cash\n\n\n\n\nInfluenced by rock n’ roll\, rhythm and blues\, country\, and folk music of the 1950s\, the 1960s saw the birth of soul and funk\, folk-rock\, surf-rock\, psychedelic rock\, and the influence of the British Invasion bands. The 1960s were a period of change in music technology\, production\, and distribution to wider audiences as events influenced music and social changes. Popular 1960s artists included: \n\n\n\n\nChubby Checker\, Ben King\, Del Shannon\, Four Seasons\, Sam Cooke\, Ray Charles\, Ronettes\, Bob Dylan\, The Byrds\, Beach Boys\, Roy Orbison. Beatles\, Animals\, Dave Clark Five\, Herman’s Hermits\, Rolling Stones\, Mamas and Papas\, Wilson Picket\, and Supremes\, Aretha Franklin\, Van Morrison\, Jimi Hendrix\, Jefferson Airplane\, Cream\, The Monkees\, Creedence Clearwater Revival\n\n\n\nDuring the 1950s and ‘60s\, Johnny Cash performed thirty live prison shows.\n\n\n\n\n1960s started with the first astronaut in space\, the civil rights movement\, the Newport folk festival\, and ended in 1969 with Apollo 11 moon landing\, the Beatles break-up\, the Woodstock festival\, and Elvis’ return to live performing in Los Vegas. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/concert-route-66-band/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/route-66.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T235959 DTSTAMP:20260722T155744Z CREATED:20260721T202001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T155744Z UID:98235-1785628800-1788134399@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:On Exhibit: "Quiet Landscapes" Photography by Penny Linn DESCRIPTION:Camden Public Library welcomes Belfast-based photographer Penny Linn for her exhibit “Quiet Landscapes” in the Picker Room Gallery during the month of August. \n\n\n\n“I am generally drawn toward simple compositions that embrace the minimal while transforming the ordinary into an image apart from the obvious\,” Linn says. “In a sense\, I extract photographs from the expansive landscapes we encounter in our daily travels. \n\n\n\nThese are interpretations of landscapes beyond a common image\, to view in a new way. \n\n\n\nAbout Penny Linn\n\n\n\n“My husband and I have been in Maine since 1973. We have built two houses and raised two boys. We live in Belfast\, Maine. \n\n\n\nAfter a 40 year hiatus from photography I embarked on a journey to rekindle my passion for the art which entailed exiting the film world and entering the digital age of image making. I have studied photography at Maine Media Workshops and with Belfast photographer\, Neal Parent. I am a member of the Zoom Lens Group\, a group of photographers in Belfast\, ME.” Learn more about Penny Linn at .pennylinnphotography.com. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/on-exhibit-quiet-landscapes-photography-by-penny-linn/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/lake-of-calm.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T090000 DTSTAMP:20260605T194043Z CREATED:20260605T194043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T194043Z UID:98311-1785743100-1785747600@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Amphitheatre with Denyse Robinson DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Amphitheatre is back! Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are at once grounding and uplifting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClasses are taught by Denyse Robinson\, Certified Yoga Teacher\, and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:00 am (through mid-October) as well as on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:45 am (through August 13). There will not be yoga on August 21. \n\n\n\nWe link breath with movement\, and mindfulness as we move together through an ever changing sequence of seated\, standing\, balance\, forward folds\, backbends and mildly inverted poses. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to get on Denyse’s email list\, please text her at 207-975-5325 or email at denyserobinson@gmail.com. You are welcome to just show up\, but it is recommended to join the email list in case of a scheduling or location change due to weather. \n\n\n\nA limited number of mats\, blocks\, and straps are provided.  If you like a blanket for practice\, please bring one. All levels are welcome. Donations are suggested with a portion of the proceeds donated directly to Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the library opens at 10 AM and restrooms are not available before that time. \n\n\n\nThe grand oaks above swaying in the breeze\, the open sky\, the foreground of sailboats at play- all the while your feet solid on the Earth\, makes for a truly transformational experience. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/yoga-in-the-amphitheatre-with-denyse-robinson-july/2026-08-03/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/yoga_in_the_amphitheatre-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T113000 DTSTAMP:20230503T143912Z CREATED:20230503T143912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T143912Z UID:95106-1785753000-1785756600@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi and Qigong DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the many benefits of tai chi and qigong through the exploration of movements and principles. These beginning classes are beneficial for people of all levels of fitness—developing awareness\, relaxation\, energy\, flexibility\, strength\, balance\, and pleasure in the open air. \n\n\n\nTai Chi meets in the Amphitheatre every Monday and Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. \n\n\n\n\nAnna Dembska is a certified teacher of Yang Family tai chi. She studies tai chi and qigong with Mike Shunney in Rockland and Zhong Xuechao (Master Bing) from Wudang Mountain\, China. She has also studied Yang Family tai chi with Grandmaster Yang Jun and San Shou two-person play with Dr. Jay Dunbar and Kathleen Cusick. Anna is a singer\, composer\, and voice teacher by profession\, and her tai chi teaching is informed by its many similarities with vocal technique\, which she has been practicing and teaching for many years. \n\n\n\nClasses are by donation\, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the Camden Public Library. For more information contact Anna at camdentaiji@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n(Emailing Anna is strongly encouraged so that you can be contacted in case the class is canceled and to confirm if the class will happen in the Amphitheatre or on the Upper Lawn.) URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/tai-chi-and-qigong-in-the-amphitheatre-2-2023-06-26-2023-06-26/2026-08-03/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T150000 DTSTAMP:20260701T152241Z CREATED:20260522T153144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T152241Z UID:96863-1785762000-1785769200@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:An Intro to Belfast Senior College DESCRIPTION:Admission will be free and open to those age 50 or better; however\, seating is limited\, and registration is required. Call 207-301-6116 or email qhinfo@mainehealth.org to register. \n\n\n\nCamden Public Library is partnering with Quarry Hill for a feature about Belfast Senior College on Monday\, August 3 at 1:00 PM in the Picker Room. Refreshments provided. \n\n\n\nDiscover Belfast Senior College through an engaging panel featuring instructors across arts\, humanities\, science\, and more\, sharing course highlights and how lifelong learning fosters curiosity\, connection\, and community. \n\n\n\nPanel of Instructors\n\n\n\n\nKristin Frangoulis has taught theater in high schools and in an arts and humanities school for gifted and talented children. She has extensive experience in directing and acting as well as behind-the-scenes work as artistic director. Kristin founded two theater companies\, The Blue Hill Players (a community theater)\, and The Peanutbutter & Jelly Players (an outreach theater for disadvantaged children\, which was partially funded by Arts and Humanities grants.) Kristin has always had an interest in Russian literature. She has studied the Russian language and has traveled to Russia in the past. \n\n\n\nClick for Course Synopsis: “Anton Chekov’s Plays Out Loud”\nCourse Synopsis: Anton Chekov’s Plays Out Loud. This course is primarily focused on reading aloud a few of Chekov’s plays\, both one-act comedies and one full act serious play. The course promises to be both fun and thoughtful. We shall explore the short-lived Russian Renaissance of the 19th century and Anton Chekov’s part in its literary scene\, and his influence on the modern theater. \n\n\n\nWe shall read the hilarious one acts The Bear\, and The Marriage Proposal. The two full act plays under consideration are The Cherry Orchard and Uncle Vanya. Time permitting we could read them both. Chekov was a master at understanding and revealing the internal motivation of his characters against the background of the changing Russian society. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoseph Coté received his theater history\, production & actor training at the American Repertory Theater (Boston)\, the Old Globe Theater (San Diego) and with the Royal Shakespeare Company (London). He has been a company member at the Denver Center Theater Company and Shakespeare festivals in Indiana\, Massachusetts\, Idaho & Oregon. Joseph performed with the British Council’s touring theater company in Istanbul\, Shanghai and Singapore. Joseph has led explorations in dramatic literature of the 16th to the 20th century at Coastal Senior College and Mid-coast Senior College for the past six years. The University of Maine\, Orono and Washington University\, St. Louis are his alma maters. \n\n\n\nClick for Course Synopsis: “The Fall (or Rise?) of Shakespeare’s Comic Eccentrics”\nThree men alike in grandiose spirit. Three plays different in setting and story. Three stand-out characters teetering in harm’s way. What happens when reality bites and their lives are rocked. Will they fall? Will they tread water? Or will they rise\, stoop to conquer\, reinvent themselves\, assume new roles\, travel in new directions? Will they become different men with grandeur calmed and purpose re-envisioned? Explore the worlds of MALVOLIO in “Twelfth Night”\, SIR JOHN FALSTAFF in “Henry IV\, Part 1” & PAROLLES in “All’s Well That Ends Well.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFred Bowers has served Belfast Senior College for 5 years on the Curriculum Committee and now is the AV coordinator. He has a Ph.D. in Forest soils from the University of Washington. He worked for 27 years as a Research Soil Scientist in the NJDEP\, studying and regulating soil and water pollution issues. He teaches Biosphere Ecology: Where Science meets Nature. \n\n\n\nClick for Course Synopsis: “Biosphere Ecology: Where Science Meets Nature”\nThe Biosphere is a concept of the Earth that is the sum of geology\, climatic zones\, vegetation\, food chains\, and soil processes where life exists. It is derived from the scientific discoveries based on Von Humboldt’s Cosmos and his observation of ‘Naturgemälde’\, which in 1803\, described the relationships between elevation and vegetation. The subject of Ecology is its modern discipline. World soils\, biogeographic cycling within forests and other biomes\, and studies the influences of issues like water pollution by fertilizer\, pesticides\, erosion\, septic systems\, and stormwater management\, are topics that will be discussed in this course. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. David Urquia is a retired Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University\, now engaged in academic activities writing and lecturing on Civil War history. He is a Sigma Xi honors graduate of Princeton University\, the University of Virginia School of Medicine\, and the Duke University Surgical Residency Program. He serves as Scientific Chairman for the Piedmont Orthopedic Society. \n\n\n\nHe is a member of the Petersburg Civil War Roundtable\, the Petersburg Battlefield Foundation\, and an Associate Member of the Cobb Camp #68 Sons of Union Veterans Civil War\, serving as Camp Historian and Commander. His book released in 2026\, Over the Dead Line of Belle Isle\, is an in-depth study of that notorious POW camp in Confederate Richmond and the fate of a group of Maine soldiers imprisoned there. Other literary credits include his book revealing recently discovered diaries and letters of four soldiers from Maine\, for release in early 2027. A third work in preparation explores the motivations of common Civil War soldiers. \n\n\n\nClick for Course Synopsis: “The Tortured Ghosts of City Point Cemetery” \nA limited number of citizen and veterans’ groups follow the history of the American Civil War with a passion\, whether this be in formal lecture series or social media groups. However\, to perhaps make this subject more interesting to a broader audience\, for my Fall of 2026 lectures I will expose a more mystical side show of Civil War history rarely discussed in traditional classrooms or chat rooms\, that is\, paranormal and supernatural activities associated with Civil War battlefields and landmarks. \n\n\n\nWe will begin this lecture series by discovering a few long-forgotten common Maine soldiers buried at City Point Cemetery in Hopewell\, VA\, near the massive battlefields around Petersburg and Richmond where so many soldiers died and were hastily buried\, their tortured spirits still allegedly roaming the area. We will tell these soldiers’ personal stories\, where they fought\, where they died\, and why their bodies were never returned home to Maine. One lost Confederate common soldier is also revealed. This will give us the historical background we need to understand the fallen men behind the paranormal phenomenon some claim exists. \n\n\n\nWe then study the observations of multiple observers over the years who claim to experience paranormal activity near these areas around City Point\, Petersburg\, South Richmond\, and other Richmond area haunts. Videos prepared by paranormal investigators will also be shown throughout the lecture series. \n\n\n\nYou\, the audience\, will make up your own minds as to the validity of these paranormal phenomena\, or otherwise enhance your preexisting beliefs in the supernatural.  If the dead can in fact communicate with us through paranormal media\, what better place to go looking for them than a massive Civil War battlefield where thousands died of wounds or disease and whose graves and their remains were never recovered after the war\, leaving the tortured spirits of fallen soldiers to roam old homes\, cemeteries\, and battlefields for all eternity! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeter Reilly has been teaching at Belfast Senior College for over 15 years. He has a BS and MBA from Monmouth University and before retirement worked in Banking and Financial Consulting. Additionally at the end of his business career he worked summers as an instructor for Outward Bound on Hurricane Island\, Maine. \n\n\n\nClick for Course Synopsis: “Winston Churchill”\nWinston Churchill is not only a witness to the great events of the 20th century\, he is part of the events. Fortunately for us and history there is much written about his life and times including his own great writings. We will see the course to be a study of how decisions\, events and happenings in the early 20th century have subsequently impacted and shaped our world today. We will supplement the course with poetry and music of the times. Sometimes Poetry and Music is a better window to capture the feelings of people than a newspaper story. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/belfast-senior-college-readers-digest-in-partnership-with-quarry-hill/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/image-477.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T100000 DTSTAMP:20260605T194205Z CREATED:20260422T172036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T194205Z UID:96349-1785834000-1785837600@www.librarycamden.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Amphitheatre with Denyse Robinson DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Amphitheatre is back! Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are at once grounding and uplifting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClasses are taught by Denyse Robinson\, Certified Yoga Teacher\, and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:00 am through October. In July\, yoga will also be held on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:45 am. \n\n\n\nWe link breath with movement\, and mindfulness as we move together through an ever changing sequence of seated\, standing\, balance\, forward folds\, backbends and mildly inverted poses. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to get on Denyse’s email list\, please text her at 207-975-5325 or email at denyserobinson@gmail.com. You are welcome to just show up\, but it is recommended to join the email list in case of a scheduling or location change due to weather. \n\n\n\nA limited number of mats\, blocks\, and straps are provided.  If you like a blanket for practice\, please bring one. All levels are welcome. Donations are suggested with a portion of the proceeds donated directly to Camden Public Library. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the library opens at 10 AM and restrooms are not available before that time. \n\n\n\nThe grand oaks above swaying in the breeze\, the open sky\, the foreground of sailboats at play- all the while your feet solid on the Earth\, makes for a truly transformational experience. URL:https://www.librarycamden.org/event/yoga-in-the-amphitheatre-with-denyse-robinson2/2026-08-04/ CATEGORIES:Adults' Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.librarycamden.org/wp-content/uploads/yoga_in_the_amphitheatre-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR