Time continues to march on! There has been significant progress made on the south end of the building. I am very pleased with the look of the new walkway and portico, and I’m anxious to see the final look after the railings, door, lighting and plantings are in. I am so grateful for the grant funding that is allowing this accessibility upgrade to happen.

School is just around the corner. I have several backpacks with basic school supplies in them, donated to the library by the Bremen Union Church. If you are in need, stop by and ask for one.

If you need newspaper for fire starting, moving, or even papier-mache, pop on over! I have quite a few back issues of the Lincoln County News that I would be happy to share.

First Friday Fun, our monthly mixed ages storytime, will be held on Friday, Sept 4. We start at 10:30 with some songs and stories. Afterwards, kids and caregivers can stay and play and socialize together in the big room until noon. This month’s theme is “frogs”.

We are excited to announce our upcoming fall fundraiser raffle, offering community members a chance to win fun prizes while supporting the library’s programs and services.Raffle tickets are available for $10 each or 3 for $25 and may be purchased at the library through September 26th. The winning tickets will be drawn on September 27th at the library. Prizes include boat tours, restaurant gift cards, vouchers for local products and services and much more! Please follow the Bremen Library on Facebook or Instagram for additional details! All proceeds will help support library resources, programs, and community activities. We encourage residents to participate, spread the word, and help us continue making the library a valuable resource for everyone.

We will be hosting a pop-up community artist and crafters market on Saturday, Sept 12 from 9 to 2 . In addition to the crafters, we will be selling raffle tickets for our Fall Fundraiser.

There’s still time to enjoy many of the local venues that the library has discount passes for. We currently carry The Maine Maritime Museum, Farnsworth Art Museum,Portland Museum of Art, Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine, Coastal Maine Botanical Garden and the Boothbay Railway Museum. Passes can be reserved ahead of time.

Stay safe and be well!

Melissa Chase , Director (207) 529-5572 bremenlibrary.mchase@gmail.com

MAINE’S WINGED WONDERS

A Photographic Journey Through the World of Wild Species on the Wing

Thursday, Sep 10 @ 5:30

Join us as we welcome wildlife photographer and General Falconer Corrie Ann Borges for a captivating photographic journey into the lives of Maine’s winged wild species. Through stunning photography, videos, personal stories, and fascinating natural history, Corrie explores the remarkable world of dragonflies, damselflies, hummingbirds, loons, eagles, owls, bees, hawks, songbirds, and more. The presentation also offers a glimpse into the ancient art of falconry and the lessons Corrie has learned from living and working alongside her Red-tailed Hawk, Hopper. From migration and extraordinary adaptations to survival, behavior, and conservation, Maine’s Winged Wonders celebrates the incredible diversity of life around us and encourages us to slow down, look closer, and reconnect with the wild.

Presentation is free and open to all

SEPTEMBER ARTIST OF THE MONTH

MARK W.CHRISTOPHER

“LAND AND SEA SCAPES OF MAINE”

An artist’s reception is planned for Thursday, Sept 17 from 5-7. Free and open to all!

His featured collection can be enjoyed during library hours

Ongoing Programing

All ongoing programming is free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted

Monthly Book Club: September Selection (for Sep 3 ) is Spy Coast by Tess Gerritsen. Limited copies will be available at the desk to check out

Tech Help - Tech helper Caleb Pusey will answer your tech questions at the library (call the library for currents dates)

Knit & Stitch Group Thursdays 1-2:30 Bring your current fiber project and meet and support other like minded folks!

FIRST FRIDAY FUN Mixed ages storytime! Sept 4 from 10:30-12

This mixed-ages storytime will take place on the first Friday of each month. We will start with some stories and songs, and then kids and their caregivers are welcome to stay and play and socialize together in the Big Room until noon. Registration is not necessary, but I’d appreciate a call if you plan to come!