July 2021
On Zoom – Walsh History Center Hour
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: kgross@librarycamden.org Please let us know a bit about what you are interested in discussing so that we can have our resources ready.
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Amphitheatre
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. Anna 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…
Find out more »Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse 207-975-5325 or denyserobinson@gmail.com (pre-registration is highly recommended so that you can be reached if classes are canceled). Classes are every Tuesday and Friday, from…
Find out more »Leer y Charlar
Read and chat – entirely in Spanish! This reading and conversation group continues with “second and fourth Tuesday” meetings at 1:00 pm, currently hosted on Zoom by the Camden Public Library. We’ll chat in Spanish about what's new in our lives and then move on to the article of the day selected from an online Spanish language newspaper and distributed prior to the meeting. FMI contact Lynne Taylor at leerycharlar@gmail.com. ¡Hasta pronto!
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »Outdoor Booktime for Babies with Miss Amy in the Amphitheatre
Children’s librarian Miss Amy is reintroducing in-person booktime for babies with songs and stories. Please bring a blanket or chairs or just find a place on the rocks. All ages are welcome. Weather permitting.
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Tai Chi on the Upper Lawn
NOTE: Tai chi classes are typically held in the Amphitheatre, but will be moved to the library’s upper lawn on July 14, 19, 21, and 28 due to other programs happening (or getting set up). 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. Anna Dembska is a certified…
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »Yoga Nidra in the Amphitheatre
The Camden Public Library announces the addition of Yoga Nidra classes to the selection of outdoor wellness offerings in the Camden Amphitheatre this summer. Beginning Thursday, July 8, and running through August 28, Camden-based Health & Wellness Coach Hester Kohl Brooks will facilitate Yoga Nidra programs every Thursday from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation that brings the body into a state of deep relaxation. Kohl is a trained Daring to Rest Yoga Nidra Facilitator who utilizes…
Find out more »HUGE Book Sale Under the Tent and in the Shed
The Camden Public Library will soon be hosting its first major outdoor book sale in nearly two years. The used book event will run Thursday, July 29, through Sunday, August 1, and will be set up under a huge tent adjacent to the Blue Door Book Shed on Atlantic Ave. The book shed and event tent can be reached via the parking lot on the left just past the Camden Amphitheatre. Ten thousand books, DVDs, CDs, and audio books will…
Find out more »Summer Reading Program: Tails and Tales
Sign-up is now open for the children’s Summer Reading Program called “Tails and Tales.” The program will kick off outside of the library on Thursday, June 24, at 10:00 am for ages 4 to 7 and at 11:30 am for ages 8 to 12. Participants will meet with Miss Amy on Thursdays for 6 weeks to enjoy books, crafts, and special activities. For more information and to register, please call the library at 207-236-3440.(PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.) “We have make and…
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse 207-975-5325 or denyserobinson@gmail.com (pre-registration is highly recommended so that you can be reached if classes are canceled). Classes are every Tuesday and Friday, from…
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Camden on Canvas
The Camden Public Library and artist Colin Page, owner of Page Gallery, are collaborating to present “Camden on Canvas,” a plein-air fundraiser being held in Camden and surrounding communities, July 30 to August 1. Up to 20 notable New England landscape artists will paint, en plein air, at multiple local sites from Friday morning, July 30, to noon on Sunday, August 1. The public is invited to visit the Camden on Canvas Information Tent in Harbor Park, across from the library. There, visitors will find information…
Find out more »HUGE Book Sale Under the Tent and in the Shed
The Camden Public Library will soon be hosting its first major outdoor book sale in nearly two years. The used book event will run Thursday, July 29, through Sunday, August 1, and will be set up under a huge tent adjacent to the Blue Door Book Shed on Atlantic Ave. The book shed and event tent can be reached via the parking lot on the left just past the Camden Amphitheatre. Ten thousand books, DVDs, CDs, and audio books will…
Find out more »Explorations Read-Aloud: Poems by Maya Angelou
Every Friday, at 11:00 am, on the library’s YouTube Channel and Facebook Page, the library will stream a brand new recording of local thespian, Joseph Coté reading aloud selections from a wide variety of fascinating and entertaining books of fiction and non-fiction. This is a program to help keep our community connected to books during the pandemic when we are unable to meet in person. For July 30, Coté will read selections of poetry by Maya Angelou. Angelou (1928-2014) had a broad career as a singer,…
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »ONLINE ONLY – CHESS CLUB
Statement from Chess Club Coordinator, Evan Annis: Changes to the Camden Chess Club: Due to concerns over the Coronavirus, we will be holding the chess club online until further notice. We will be holding matches every Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm each week. You can also challenge members at any time. You can join the club for free online on Lichess.org under the community section, or you can use the link down below. Http://Lichess.org/team/camden-chess-club If you need help registering or…
Find out more »Historic Walking Tours
The Camden Public Library is pleased to offer a walking tour of downtown Camden. This 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. The tour begins in the Children’s Garden of the Camden Public Library on Atlantic Avenue and ends at the Village Green. Moderate…
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »Camden on Canvas
The Camden Public Library and artist Colin Page, owner of Page Gallery, are collaborating to present “Camden on Canvas,” a plein-air fundraiser being held in Camden and surrounding communities, July 30 to August 1. Up to 20 notable New England landscape artists will paint, en plein air, at multiple local sites from Friday morning, July 30, to noon on Sunday, August 1. The public is invited to visit the Camden on Canvas Information Tent in Harbor Park, across from the library. There, visitors will find information…
Find out more »August 2021
Camden on Canvas
The Camden Public Library and artist Colin Page, owner of Page Gallery, are collaborating to present “Camden on Canvas,” a plein-air fundraiser being held in Camden and surrounding communities, July 30 to August 1. Up to 20 notable New England landscape artists will paint, en plein air, at multiple local sites from Friday morning, July 30, to noon on Sunday, August 1. The public is invited to visit the Camden on Canvas Information Tent in Harbor Park, across from the library. There, visitors will find information…
Find out more »HUGE Book Sale Under the Tent and in the Shed
The Camden Public Library will soon be hosting its first major outdoor book sale in nearly two years. The used book event will run Thursday, July 29, through Sunday, August 1, and will be set up under a huge tent adjacent to the Blue Door Book Shed on Atlantic Ave. The book shed and event tent can be reached via the parking lot on the left just past the Camden Amphitheatre. Ten thousand books, DVDs, CDs, and audio books will…
Find out more »Sound Immersion/Gong Bathing in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy the summer season with the relaxing and transformative sound of gongs and chimes in the gorgeous setting of the Camden Amphitheatre. Musical instrument creator and Sound Therapist Jim Doble will create waves of sound to help participants sonically cleanse, rejuvenate, rest, and recuperate in a safe environment. Doble also encourages participants to bring something comfortable to lie on, such as a blanket or yoga mat. The program will be held by donation (optional) and a portion of the proceeds…
Find out more »On Zoom – Walsh History Center Hour
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: kgross@librarycamden.org Please let us know a bit about what you are interested in discussing so that we can have our resources ready.
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Amphitheatre
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. Anna 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…
Find out more »Canceled: Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Denyse won't be available to teach Yoga on August 3 or August 6. Please join her again when Tuesday/Friday classes resume on August 10. Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact…
Find out more »Special Beech Hill Blueberry Story Time with Miss Amy
Join Miss Amy for a special blueberry themed story time on Beech Hill in Rockport. The Event is co-hosted by Coastal Mountains Land Trust.
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Amphitheatre
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. Anna 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…
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »Yoga Nidra in the Amphitheatre
The Camden Public Library announces the addition of Yoga Nidra classes to the selection of outdoor wellness offerings in the Camden Amphitheatre this summer. Beginning Thursday, July 8, and running through August 28, Camden-based Health & Wellness Coach Hester Kohl Brooks will facilitate Yoga Nidra programs every Thursday from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation that brings the body into a state of deep relaxation. Kohl is a trained Daring to Rest Yoga Nidra Facilitator who utilizes…
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »Canceled: Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Denyse won't be available to teach Yoga on August 3 or August 6. Please join her again when Tuesday/Friday classes resume on August 10. Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact…
Find out more »Explorations Read-Aloud: “Blue Highways” by William Least Heat-Moon
Every Friday, at 11:00 am, on the library’s YouTube Channel and Facebook Page, the library will stream a brand new recording of local thespian, Joseph Coté reading aloud selections from a wide variety of fascinating and entertaining books of fiction and non-fiction. This is a program to help keep our community connected to books during the pandemic when we are unable to meet in person. For August 6, Coté will read aloud from William Least Heat-Moon's travel memoir, Blue Highways: A Journey into America. Summary:…
Find out more »ONLINE ONLY – CHESS CLUB
Statement from Chess Club Coordinator, Evan Annis: Changes to the Camden Chess Club: Due to concerns over the Coronavirus, we will be holding the chess club online until further notice. We will be holding matches every Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm each week. You can also challenge members at any time. You can join the club for free online on Lichess.org under the community section, or you can use the link down below. Http://Lichess.org/team/camden-chess-club If you need help registering or…
Find out more »Historic Walking Tours
The Camden Public Library is pleased to offer a walking tour of downtown Camden. This 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. The tour begins in the Children’s Garden of the Camden Public Library on Atlantic Avenue and ends at the Village Green. Moderate…
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »Quantam Electronic Music Concert in the Amphitheatre
Electrify your lunchtime on Sunday, August 8, at 12:30 pm in the Camden Library Amphitheatre with a free concert by Quantam. This electronic sound performance group is comprised of Jason Dean on vocals, drum machines, and keys; Michael Whitehead is on bass and pedals. They describe their sound as “an eclectic electronic music style blending dance music with film score and a Jazz flair.” This theatrical duo has produced three albums and have been touring both in Maine and out…
Find out more »Camden Shakespeare Festival’s Play “Aquitania”
A librarian is transported to a strange countrywhere she matches wits with a bowler-hatted villain.Magic cake and an ancient board game hold the secretsas our heroine adopts a new kind of logic to save the day.A trio of beautiful sirens add to the enchantmentwith a score of jazzy French songs. “Aquitania works wonders!”-Los Angeles Times The Camden Shakespeare Festival returns to the Camden Amphitheatre this summer with "Aquitania." The Los Angeles Times called author-director Stephen Legaweic's play "a work of haunting visual beauty…
Find out more »On Zoom – Walsh History Center Hour
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: kgross@librarycamden.org Please let us know a bit about what you are interested in discussing so that we can have our resources ready.
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Amphitheatre
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. Anna 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…
Find out more »Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse 207-975-5325 or denyserobinson@gmail.com (pre-registration is highly recommended so that you can be reached if classes are canceled). Classes are every Tuesday and Friday, from…
Find out more »Leer y Charlar
Read and chat – entirely in Spanish! This reading and conversation group continues with “second and fourth Tuesday” meetings at 1:00 pm, currently hosted on Zoom by the Camden Public Library. We’ll chat in Spanish about what's new in our lives and then move on to the article of the day selected from an online Spanish language newspaper and distributed prior to the meeting. FMI contact Lynne Taylor at leerycharlar@gmail.com. ¡Hasta pronto!
Find out more »Atlantic Ballet Company Performs “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” in the Amphitheatre
STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS COMING SOON! Visit: https://www.p2pdance.com/
Find out more »Tai Chi on the Upper Lawn
NOTE: Tai chi will be held on the UPPER LAWN of the library today do to a dance performance in the Amphitheatre. 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. Anna Dembska is a certified teacher of Yang Family tai chi. She studies tai chi and qigong with…
Find out more »Yoga Nidra in the Amphitheatre
The Camden Public Library announces the addition of Yoga Nidra classes to the selection of outdoor wellness offerings in the Camden Amphitheatre this summer. Beginning Thursday, July 8, and running through August 28, Camden-based Health & Wellness Coach Hester Kohl Brooks will facilitate Yoga Nidra programs every Thursday from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation that brings the body into a state of deep relaxation. Kohl is a trained Daring to Rest Yoga Nidra Facilitator who utilizes…
Find out more »Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse 207-975-5325 or denyserobinson@gmail.com (pre-registration is highly recommended so that you can be reached if classes are canceled). Classes are every Tuesday and Friday, from…
Find out more »Explorations Read-Aloud: “Downeast Genius” by Earl H. Smith
Every Friday, at 11:00 am, on the library’s YouTube Channel and Facebook Page, the library will stream a brand new recording of local thespian, Joseph Coté reading aloud selections from a wide variety of fascinating and entertaining books of fiction and non-fiction. This is a program to help keep our community connected to books during the pandemic when we are unable to meet in person. For August 13, Coté will read aloud from Earl H. Smith's book, Downeast Genius: From Earmuffs to Motor Cars, Maine…
Find out more »ONLINE ONLY – CHESS CLUB
Statement from Chess Club Coordinator, Evan Annis: Changes to the Camden Chess Club: Due to concerns over the Coronavirus, we will be holding the chess club online until further notice. We will be holding matches every Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm each week. You can also challenge members at any time. You can join the club for free online on Lichess.org under the community section, or you can use the link down below. Http://Lichess.org/team/camden-chess-club If you need help registering or…
Find out more »Historic Walking Tours
The Camden Public Library is pleased to offer a walking tour of downtown Camden. This 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. The tour begins in the Children’s Garden of the Camden Public Library on Atlantic Avenue and ends at the Village Green. Moderate…
Find out more »Sound Immersion/Gong Bathing in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy the summer season with the relaxing and transformative sound of gongs and chimes in the gorgeous setting of the Camden Amphitheatre. Musical instrument creator and Sound Therapist Jim Doble will create waves of sound to help participants sonically cleanse, rejuvenate, rest, and recuperate in a safe environment. Doble also encourages participants to bring something comfortable to lie on, such as a blanket or yoga mat. The program will be held by donation (optional) and a portion of the proceeds…
Find out more »Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse 207-975-5325 or denyserobinson@gmail.com (pre-registration is highly recommended so that you can be reached if classes are canceled). Classes are every Tuesday and Friday, from…
Find out more »Saturday Story Time with Miss Stefanie in the Children’s Garden
Miss Stefanie is back for 3 special OUTDOOR Saturday story times this month! Weather dependent! August 14th-Beach Fun August 21st-Pirates August 28th-Back to school Backpacks Meet in the Children's Garden at 10am
Find out more »Sound Immersion/Gong Bathing in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy the summer season with the relaxing and transformative sound of gongs and chimes in the gorgeous setting of the Camden Amphitheatre. Musical instrument creator and Sound Therapist Jim Doble will create waves of sound to help participants sonically cleanse, rejuvenate, rest, and recuperate in a safe environment. Doble also encourages participants to bring something comfortable to lie on, such as a blanket or yoga mat. The program will be held by donation (optional) and a portion of the proceeds…
Find out more »On Zoom – Walsh History Center Hour
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: kgross@librarycamden.org Please let us know a bit about what you are interested in discussing so that we can have our resources ready.
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Amphitheatre
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. Anna 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…
Find out more »Yoga on the Upper Lawn
The yoga classes on August 17 and August 20 will be held on the upper lawn due to an event in the Amphitheatre. Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse…
Find out more »
Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Outdoor Booktime for Babies with Miss Amy in the Amphitheatre
Children’s librarian Miss Amy is reintroducing in-person booktime for babies with songs and stories. Please bring a blanket or chairs or just find a place on the rocks. All ages are welcome. Weather permitting.
Find out more »Bay Chamber Concerts “Screen Door Festival” in the Amphitheatre
Bay Chamber is proud to partner with the Camden Public Library to present their Screen Door Festival under a tent at the historic Camden Amphitheatre. 16 concerts in 5 days from August 18 – 22. Each day begins with Bach for Breakfast, followed by lunchtime concerts and evening performances of much-loved chamber music repertoire, as well as café concerts with adventurous new musical experiences. “Our season theme expresses how we feel about ourselves, the people we love, our communities and our…
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Tai Chi on the Upper Lawn
The tai chi class on August 18 will be held on the UPPER LAWN due to an event in the Amphitheatre. 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. Anna Dembska is a certified teacher of Yang Family tai chi. She studies tai chi and qigong with Mike…
Find out more »Yoga Nidra on the Upper Lawn
THE YOGA NIDRA CLASS ON AUGUST 19 WILL BE MOVED TO THE UPPER LAWN DUE TO THE BAY CHAMBER CONCERTS EVENT SET-UP IN THE AMPHITHEATRE. The Camden Public Library announces the addition of Yoga Nidra classes to the selection of outdoor wellness offerings in the Camden Amphitheatre this summer. Beginning Thursday, July 8, and running through August 28, Camden-based Health & Wellness Coach Hester Kohl Brooks will facilitate Yoga Nidra programs every Thursday from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Yoga Nidra…
Find out more »Bay Chamber Concerts “Screen Door Festival” in the Amphitheatre
Bay Chamber is proud to partner with the Camden Public Library to present their Screen Door Festival under a tent at the historic Camden Amphitheatre. 16 concerts in 5 days from August 18 – 22. Each day begins with Bach for Breakfast, followed by lunchtime concerts and evening performances of much-loved chamber music repertoire, as well as café concerts with adventurous new musical experiences. “Our season theme expresses how we feel about ourselves, the people we love, our communities and our…
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Yoga on the Upper Lawn
The yoga classes on August 17 and August 20 will be held on the upper lawn due to an event in the Amphitheatre. Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse…
Find out more »Bay Chamber Concerts “Screen Door Festival” in the Amphitheatre
Bay Chamber is proud to partner with the Camden Public Library to present their Screen Door Festival under a tent at the historic Camden Amphitheatre. 16 concerts in 5 days from August 18 – 22. Each day begins with Bach for Breakfast, followed by lunchtime concerts and evening performances of much-loved chamber music repertoire, as well as café concerts with adventurous new musical experiences. “Our season theme expresses how we feel about ourselves, the people we love, our communities and our…
Find out more »Explorations Read-Aloud: “The Berlin Stories” by Christopher Isherwood
Every Friday, at 11:00 am, on the library’s YouTube Channel and Facebook Page, the library will stream a brand new recording of local thespian, Joseph Coté reading aloud selections from a wide variety of fascinating and entertaining books of fiction and non-fiction. This is a program to help keep our community connected to books during the pandemic when we are unable to meet in person. For August 20, Coté will read aloud from Christopher Isherwood's book, The Berlin Stories. Summary: First published in 1935 and…
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »ONLINE ONLY – CHESS CLUB
Statement from Chess Club Coordinator, Evan Annis: Changes to the Camden Chess Club: Due to concerns over the Coronavirus, we will be holding the chess club online until further notice. We will be holding matches every Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm each week. You can also challenge members at any time. You can join the club for free online on Lichess.org under the community section, or you can use the link down below. Http://Lichess.org/team/camden-chess-club If you need help registering or…
Find out more »Historic Walking Tours
The Camden Public Library is pleased to offer a walking tour of downtown Camden. This 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. The tour begins in the Children’s Garden of the Camden Public Library on Atlantic Avenue and ends at the Village Green. Moderate…
Find out more »Bay Chamber Concerts “Screen Door Festival” in the Amphitheatre
Bay Chamber is proud to partner with the Camden Public Library to present their Screen Door Festival under a tent at the historic Camden Amphitheatre. 16 concerts in 5 days from August 18 – 22. Each day begins with Bach for Breakfast, followed by lunchtime concerts and evening performances of much-loved chamber music repertoire, as well as café concerts with adventurous new musical experiences. “Our season theme expresses how we feel about ourselves, the people we love, our communities and our…
Find out more »Saturday Story Time with Miss Stefanie in the Children’s Garden
Miss Stefanie is back for 3 special OUTDOOR Saturday story times this month! Weather dependent! August 14th-Beach Fun August 21st-Pirates August 28th-Back to school Backpacks Meet in the Children's Garden at 10am
Find out more »Bay Chamber Concerts “Screen Door Festival” in the Amphitheatre
Bay Chamber is proud to partner with the Camden Public Library to present their Screen Door Festival under a tent at the historic Camden Amphitheatre. 16 concerts in 5 days from August 18 – 22. Each day begins with Bach for Breakfast, followed by lunchtime concerts and evening performances of much-loved chamber music repertoire, as well as café concerts with adventurous new musical experiences. “Our season theme expresses how we feel about ourselves, the people we love, our communities and our…
Find out more »On Zoom – Walsh History Center Hour
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: kgross@librarycamden.org Please let us know a bit about what you are interested in discussing so that we can have our resources ready.
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Amphitheatre
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. Anna 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…
Find out more »Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse 207-975-5325 or denyserobinson@gmail.com (pre-registration is highly recommended so that you can be reached if classes are canceled). Classes are every Tuesday and Friday, from…
Find out more »Leer y Charlar
Read and chat – entirely in Spanish! This reading and conversation group continues with “second and fourth Tuesday” meetings at 1:00 pm, currently hosted on Zoom by the Camden Public Library. We’ll chat in Spanish about what's new in our lives and then move on to the article of the day selected from an online Spanish language newspaper and distributed prior to the meeting. FMI contact Lynne Taylor at leerycharlar@gmail.com. ¡Hasta pronto!
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Outdoor Booktime for Babies with Miss Amy in the Amphitheatre
Children’s librarian Miss Amy is reintroducing in-person booktime for babies with songs and stories. Please bring a blanket or chairs or just find a place on the rocks. All ages are welcome. Weather permitting.
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Amphitheatre
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. Anna 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…
Find out more »Yoga Nidra in the Amphitheatre
The Camden Public Library announces the addition of Yoga Nidra classes to the selection of outdoor wellness offerings in the Camden Amphitheatre this summer. Beginning Thursday, July 8, and running through August 28, Camden-based Health & Wellness Coach Hester Kohl Brooks will facilitate Yoga Nidra programs every Thursday from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation that brings the body into a state of deep relaxation. Kohl is a trained Daring to Rest Yoga Nidra Facilitator who utilizes…
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »Sonja Florman and Friends Concert
The Camden Public Library is delighted to welcome back Sonja Florman, known in our area for her enchanting and exciting performances with the Blue Fuse Gypsy Swing band. The FREE show in the Camden Amphitheatre on July 12 will feature a performance with another one of her bands: Sonja Florman and Friends. This 5-piece group is comprised of Portland’s premier Jazz musicians—Jason Ingalls on drums, Connor Linehan on guitar, Nick Thompson-Brown on saxophone, Jordan Bicki on bass, and Sonja Florman…
Find out more »Yoga in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy breathtaking views of Camden Harbor while being guided through a sequence of Yoga poses that are both grounding and uplifting. Certified Yoga Teacher Denyse Robinson will lead small classes with social distancing and safety precautions. All levels welcome. Donations accepted with a portion of the proceeds donated to Camden Public Library. For more information, contact Denyse 207-975-5325 or denyserobinson@gmail.com (pre-registration is highly recommended so that you can be reached if classes are canceled). Classes are every Tuesday and Friday, from…
Find out more »Explorations Read-Aloud: “The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt
Every Friday, at 11:00 am, on the library’s YouTube Channel and Facebook Page, the library will stream a brand new recording of local thespian, Joseph Coté reading aloud selections from a wide variety of fascinating and entertaining books of fiction and non-fiction. This is a program to help keep our community connected to books during the pandemic when we are unable to meet in person. For August 27, Coté will read aloud from Donna Tartt's novel, The Goldfinch. Summary: A young New Yorker grieving his…
Find out more »Miss Amy’s Crafts on YouTube
Weekday afternoons, Children's librarian Miss Amy will guide children step-by-step through simple and delightful craft activities using supplies that are easily found in most homes. New videos uploaded Monday through Friday! CLICK HERE to visit Miss Amy's YouTube Channel.
Find out more »ONLINE ONLY – CHESS CLUB
Statement from Chess Club Coordinator, Evan Annis: Changes to the Camden Chess Club: Due to concerns over the Coronavirus, we will be holding the chess club online until further notice. We will be holding matches every Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm each week. You can also challenge members at any time. You can join the club for free online on Lichess.org under the community section, or you can use the link down below. Http://Lichess.org/team/camden-chess-club If you need help registering or…
Find out more »Historic Walking Tours
The Camden Public Library is pleased to offer a walking tour of downtown Camden. This 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. The tour begins in the Children’s Garden of the Camden Public Library on Atlantic Avenue and ends at the Village Green. Moderate…
Find out more »Saturday Story Time with Miss Stefanie in the Children’s Garden
Miss Stefanie is back for 3 special OUTDOOR Saturday story times this month! Weather dependent! August 14th-Beach Fun August 21st-Pirates August 28th-Back to school Backpacks Meet in the Children's Garden at 10am
Find out more »Sound Immersion/Gong Bathing in the Amphitheatre
Enjoy the summer season with the relaxing and transformative sound of gongs and chimes in the gorgeous setting of the Camden Amphitheatre. Musical instrument creator and Sound Therapist Jim Doble will create waves of sound to help participants sonically cleanse, rejuvenate, rest, and recuperate in a safe environment. Doble also encourages participants to bring something comfortable to lie on, such as a blanket or yoga mat. The program will be held by donation (optional) and a portion of the proceeds…
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