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Rockport Public Library
1 Limerock Street
P.O. Box 8
Rockport, ME 04856


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207-236-3642

 

 

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rpl@rockport.lib.me.us

HOURS

 

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Mon - Sat: 9:30 to 5:30
Except Wed: 11:00 to 8:00
Sun: CLOSED

 

 

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NEWS

Temporary PAUSE on Book Donations

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The Friends of the Rockport Public Library are once again accepting donations of books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and puzzles in good condition. They ask that donations be limited to 3 boxes/bags per person. For more information about book donations, book sales, and the Friends, CLICK HERE.

 

Featured Events

 

 

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ADULT PROGRAM

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RPL Foodie Series Continues!
Presention by Bridget Mariner of Union St. Soughdough

February 15, at 12:00 p.m.

Bridget Mariner’s talk will explore the nutritious and delicious benefits of long-fermented organic grain sourdough. The program will also briefly cover the wild yeast sourdough process and the myriad ways people can incorporate fermented grains into their diets. Additionally, Mariner will share her unique journey from New York gallerist, to globe-trotting nonprofit professional, to —finally—returning home and becoming a sourdough baker and cottage bakery owner. A variety of samples will be provided!

This free program is limited to 40 participants.
Call the library at 207-236-3642 to reserve your spot.

FAMILY PROGRAM

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Valentine's Day Family Tea Party
February 8, at 10:30 a.m. 

Families will be seated at tables complete with decorations and specialty menus. Our cafe waiters will take your orders, and while you wait for treats and drinks, your family will have materials on your table to make homemade Valentines.
Tea and hot chocolate will be served, as well as delicious treats. We will also have a special addition this year to our party, Outbound Music Lessons Presents: Live Music with The Gibbonses. Brandon and Jackie will be performing as families are enjoying their treats and activities and, will be providing interactive musical fun.

To learn more about Brandon and Jackie Gibbons and Outbound Music Lessons, visit their website outboundmusiclessons.com

Free event, open to families.
Space is limited, so please RSVP by
calling 207-236-3642.

 

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A Tree by Art Quilts Maine Member

The display showcases fiber art pieces created with techniques from global fabric traditions like sashimi and batik.

On Exhibit

Art Quilts Maine Through 02.22.2025

 

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Each year members of Art Quilts Maine are provided with a thematic prompt to produce work that will then go on to tour to throughout the state, including libraries and galleries. Learn more at ARTQUILTSMAINE.ORG.

 

Popular Digital Resources

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Your Rockport Library card grants you access to a vast online library of ebooks and audiobooks to enjoy on the web, a tablet, or your mobile device. CLICK HERE to learn more.


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Your Rockport Library card also grants you access to thousands of critically acclaimed and award-winning films, socumentaries, and TV series on the Kanopy streaming platform. Families can also enjoy unlimited content on Kanopy Kids. CLICK HERE to get started.


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Start searching billions of records and discover your family's story. CLICK HERE for access. (This resource can only be accessed while using a computer inside the library.)


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Explore a hub of online resources that includes databases and full text articles from magazines, newspapers, journals and reference. CLICK HERE to dive in.

 

Friends of the Rockport Public Library

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The Friends of the Rockport Public Library introduces library lovers to each other while building connections throughout our community. Hosting meetings, events, and book sales, the organization supports the library on several levels. In past years, we have helped purchase library materials; supported the annual butterfly gardens; provided new book stacks and exterior railings; and funded programs that serve everyone using the library. CLICK HERE to learn more about volunteer and membership opportuntities.


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The Foundation is an IRS 501.c3 not-for-profit organization formed in 2018 by a small group of dedicated Rockport residents to raise the required funding for the new Rockport Public Library. While we successfully raised the initial funding for the building and furnishings, we’ve now set our sights on developing a world-class speaker series. CLICK HERE to learn more.


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