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Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesday, September 23rd at 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesdays after school, come join us in the Harrington room to go toe to toe with friends in our weekly friendly Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) club! Learn the basics of the game and have fun entering into battle against other trainers. Don’t have your own battle deck? Don’t worry, we’ve got a bunch! In fact, we encourage you to use ours so everyone can be on equal footing. This program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, September 23rd at 4:30 pm

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Love strategy, spells, and epic battles? Join us for Magic: The Gathering – the classic collectible card game where creatures clash, spells fly, and every deck tells a story. Whether you’re a veteran planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring your own deck or use one of ours! We’ll be playing Standard games and casual “all cards welcome” matches. Come hang out, meet fellow players, and enjoy the magic! FMI: email Cass at crandle@baileylibrary.org.

Lakes Region Forum – Nick Fuller Googins

Wednesday, September 23rd at 6:30 pm

Lakes Region Forum – Nick Fuller Googins

Join us as we welcome Maine author Nick Fuller Googins! Nick will be discussing his new book The Frequency of Living Things. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, September 24th at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Maker Mondays!

Monday, September 28th at 3:30 pm

Maker Mondays!

Join us every Monday for science, technology, engineering, and art programming! Best for elementary aged children. FMI: contact Stacy at stomassone@baileylibrary.org.

Tech Help

Tuesday, September 29th at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, September 29th at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, September 29th at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Wednesday, September 30th at 10:30 am

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time, including songs, movement, and crafts! Every Wednesday in our King Event Room downstairs at the Bailey Library. In the summer, we meet at Norcross Point if the weather is good. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Junior Chess Club

Wednesday, September 30th at 3:30 pm

Junior Chess Club

Chess enthusiasts 1st grade and up, come join other kings, queens, knights, and rooks in a friendly chess club every week in the Bailey Public Library King Event room. There will be lessons and tips and tricks, but also those who wish to just drop in and play are encouraged to attend.

For more information, call (207) 377-8673 or email mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesday, September 30th at 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesdays after school, come join us in the Harrington room to go toe to toe with friends in our weekly friendly Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) club! Learn the basics of the game and have fun entering into battle against other trainers. Don’t have your own battle deck? Don’t worry, we’ve got a bunch! In fact, we encourage you to use ours so everyone can be on equal footing. This program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, September 30th at 4:30 pm

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Love strategy, spells, and epic battles? Join us for Magic: The Gathering – the classic collectible card game where creatures clash, spells fly, and every deck tells a story. Whether you’re a veteran planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring your own deck or use one of ours! We’ll be playing Standard games and casual “all cards welcome” matches. Come hang out, meet fellow players, and enjoy the magic! FMI: email Cass at crandle@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, October 1st at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Trivia Night!

Friday, October 2nd at 6:00 pm

Bailey Trivia Night!

Join us for Bailey Trivia Night with Nick Perry every 1st Friday of the month! Event will be held in the King Event Room of the Bailey Library. Bring your own beverages. Snacks will be provided. FMI: Contact Nick at nperry@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Fright Club!

Saturday, October 3rd at 1:00 pm

Bailey Fright Club!

Looking for a spooky new reading group? Join Bailey Fright Club, Bailey Library’s new horror book club. Starting in January, we’ll meet on the first Saturday of each month to discuss a chilling new read, from timeless classics to terrifying new releases. If you’re interested in joining or want more information, email Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Maker Mondays!

Monday, October 5th at 3:30 pm

Maker Mondays!

Join us every Monday for science, technology, engineering, and art programming! Best for elementary aged children. FMI: contact Stacy at stomassone@baileylibrary.org.

Tech Help

Tuesday, October 6th at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, October 6th at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, October 6th at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Writers Group

Tuesday, October 6th at 6:00 pm

Writers Group

Join our Writers Group! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays every month to encourage and inspire each other on our writing journeys. Please register in advance by contacting Liz Sienko at esienko@gmail.com.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Wednesday, October 7th at 10:30 am

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time, including songs, movement, and crafts! Every Wednesday in our King Event Room downstairs at the Bailey Library. In the summer, we meet at Norcross Point if the weather is good. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Junior Chess Club

Wednesday, October 7th at 3:30 pm

Junior Chess Club

Chess enthusiasts 1st grade and up, come join other kings, queens, knights, and rooks in a friendly chess club every week in the Bailey Public Library King Event room. There will be lessons and tips and tricks, but also those who wish to just drop in and play are encouraged to attend.

For more information, call (207) 377-8673 or email mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesday, October 7th at 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesdays after school, come join us in the Harrington room to go toe to toe with friends in our weekly friendly Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) club! Learn the basics of the game and have fun entering into battle against other trainers. Don’t have your own battle deck? Don’t worry, we’ve got a bunch! In fact, we encourage you to use ours so everyone can be on equal footing. This program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, October 7th at 4:30 pm

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Love strategy, spells, and epic battles? Join us for Magic: The Gathering – the classic collectible card game where creatures clash, spells fly, and every deck tells a story. Whether you’re a veteran planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring your own deck or use one of ours! We’ll be playing Standard games and casual “all cards welcome” matches. Come hang out, meet fellow players, and enjoy the magic! FMI: email Cass at crandle@baileylibrary.org.

Friends of Bailey Public Library Meeting

Wednesday, October 7th at 6:00 pm

Friends of Bailey Public Library Meeting

Friends members are invited to the Friends of Bailey Public Library business meeting every 1st Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. Hosted in the King Event Room. FMI: contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, October 8th at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

The Bookey Readings

Saturday, October 10th at 1:00 pm

The Bookey Readings

The Bookey Readings poetry series that originally started at the Harlow Gallery in Hallowell over 25 years ago! The event features local and renowned poets and musicians every 2nd Saturday of the month in a warm and welcoming reading room. On some months, the event also includes an open mic portion. FMI: contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Library Closed

Monday, October 12th

Library Closed

Tech Help

Tuesday, October 13th at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, October 13th at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, October 13th at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Wednesday, October 14th at 10:30 am

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time, including songs, movement, and crafts! Every Wednesday in our King Event Room downstairs at the Bailey Library. In the summer, we meet at Norcross Point if the weather is good. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Junior Chess Club

Wednesday, October 14th at 3:30 pm

Junior Chess Club

Chess enthusiasts 1st grade and up, come join other kings, queens, knights, and rooks in a friendly chess club every week in the Bailey Public Library King Event room. There will be lessons and tips and tricks, but also those who wish to just drop in and play are encouraged to attend.

For more information, call (207) 377-8673 or email mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesday, October 14th at 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesdays after school, come join us in the Harrington room to go toe to toe with friends in our weekly friendly Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) club! Learn the basics of the game and have fun entering into battle against other trainers. Don’t have your own battle deck? Don’t worry, we’ve got a bunch! In fact, we encourage you to use ours so everyone can be on equal footing. This program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, October 14th at 4:30 pm

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Love strategy, spells, and epic battles? Join us for Magic: The Gathering – the classic collectible card game where creatures clash, spells fly, and every deck tells a story. Whether you’re a veteran planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring your own deck or use one of ours! We’ll be playing Standard games and casual “all cards welcome” matches. Come hang out, meet fellow players, and enjoy the magic! FMI: email Cass at crandle@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, October 15th at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Title Waves Book Club

Friday, October 16th at 1:00 pm

Bailey Title Waves Book Club

Join us on the third Friday of every month for a lively discussion with the Title Waves book club. Each month we choose a recent notable fiction title to read and discuss. For more information including this month’s title and to sign up to participate, please email adult librarian Michael Stanley at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Slow Jam

Saturday, October 17th at 10:30 am

Bailey Slow Jam

Join us on the 3rd Saturday each month for our Bailey Acoustic “Slooow” Jam Group. FMI or to get sheet music, contact volunteer Joanne Lebrun at jlebrun148@gmail.com.

Crooked House Book Club

Saturday, October 17th at 1:00 pm

Crooked House Book Club

Join us on the third Saturday of each month for a social hour with Shane Billings dissecting the work of Agatha Christie, the bestselling novelist of all time. Each month a different specific work of the Queen of Mystery will be picked for the group to read and then discuss. Email sbillings@baileylibrary.org for more information.

Maker Mondays!

Monday, October 19th at 3:30 pm

Maker Mondays!

Join us every Monday for science, technology, engineering, and art programming! Best for elementary aged children. FMI: contact Stacy at stomassone@baileylibrary.org.

Trustee Meeting

Monday, October 19th at 6:00 pm

Trustee Meeting

For the month of October, the Bailey Library Board of Trustees will meet on the 3rd Monday of the month from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. We will return to the 2nd Monday of the month in November. Open to the public. Immediately followed by the Winthrop Library Foundation monthly meeting. Email rfortin@baileylibrary.org to attend via Zoom.

Tech Help

Tuesday, October 20th at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, October 20th at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, October 20th at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Writers Group

Tuesday, October 20th at 6:00 pm

Writers Group

Join our Writers Group! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays every month to encourage and inspire each other on our writing journeys. Please register in advance by contacting Liz Sienko at esienko@gmail.com.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Wednesday, October 21st at 10:30 am

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time, including songs, movement, and crafts! Every Wednesday in our King Event Room downstairs at the Bailey Library. In the summer, we meet at Norcross Point if the weather is good. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Junior Chess Club

Wednesday, October 21st at 3:30 pm

Junior Chess Club

Chess enthusiasts 1st grade and up, come join other kings, queens, knights, and rooks in a friendly chess club every week in the Bailey Public Library King Event room. There will be lessons and tips and tricks, but also those who wish to just drop in and play are encouraged to attend.

For more information, call (207) 377-8673 or email mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesday, October 21st at 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesdays after school, come join us in the Harrington room to go toe to toe with friends in our weekly friendly Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) club! Learn the basics of the game and have fun entering into battle against other trainers. Don’t have your own battle deck? Don’t worry, we’ve got a bunch! In fact, we encourage you to use ours so everyone can be on equal footing. This program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, October 21st at 4:30 pm

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Love strategy, spells, and epic battles? Join us for Magic: The Gathering – the classic collectible card game where creatures clash, spells fly, and every deck tells a story. Whether you’re a veteran planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring your own deck or use one of ours! We’ll be playing Standard games and casual “all cards welcome” matches. Come hang out, meet fellow players, and enjoy the magic! FMI: email Cass at crandle@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Maker Mondays!

Monday, October 26th at 3:30 pm

Maker Mondays!

Join us every Monday for science, technology, engineering, and art programming! Best for elementary aged children. FMI: contact Stacy at stomassone@baileylibrary.org.

Tech Help

Tuesday, October 27th at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, October 27th at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, October 27th at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Wednesday, October 28th at 10:30 am

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time, including songs, movement, and crafts! Every Wednesday in our King Event Room downstairs at the Bailey Library. In the summer, we meet at Norcross Point if the weather is good. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Junior Chess Club

Wednesday, October 28th at 3:30 pm

Junior Chess Club

Chess enthusiasts 1st grade and up, come join other kings, queens, knights, and rooks in a friendly chess club every week in the Bailey Public Library King Event room. There will be lessons and tips and tricks, but also those who wish to just drop in and play are encouraged to attend.

For more information, call (207) 377-8673 or email mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesday, October 28th at 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesdays after school, come join us in the Harrington room to go toe to toe with friends in our weekly friendly Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) club! Learn the basics of the game and have fun entering into battle against other trainers. Don’t have your own battle deck? Don’t worry, we’ve got a bunch! In fact, we encourage you to use ours so everyone can be on equal footing. This program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, October 28th at 4:30 pm

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Love strategy, spells, and epic battles? Join us for Magic: The Gathering – the classic collectible card game where creatures clash, spells fly, and every deck tells a story. Whether you’re a veteran planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring your own deck or use one of ours! We’ll be playing Standard games and casual “all cards welcome” matches. Come hang out, meet fellow players, and enjoy the magic! FMI: email Cass at crandle@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, October 29th at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Maker Mondays!

Monday, November 2nd at 3:30 pm

Maker Mondays!

Join us every Monday for science, technology, engineering, and art programming! Best for elementary aged children. FMI: contact Stacy at stomassone@baileylibrary.org.

Tech Help

Tuesday, November 3rd at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, November 3rd at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, November 3rd at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Writers Group

Tuesday, November 3rd at 6:00 pm

Writers Group

Join our Writers Group! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays every month to encourage and inspire each other on our writing journeys. Please register in advance by contacting Liz Sienko at esienko@gmail.com.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Wednesday, November 4th at 10:30 am

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time, including songs, movement, and crafts! Every Wednesday in our King Event Room downstairs at the Bailey Library. In the summer, we meet at Norcross Point if the weather is good. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Junior Chess Club

Wednesday, November 4th at 3:30 pm

Junior Chess Club

Chess enthusiasts 1st grade and up, come join other kings, queens, knights, and rooks in a friendly chess club every week in the Bailey Public Library King Event room. There will be lessons and tips and tricks, but also those who wish to just drop in and play are encouraged to attend.

For more information, call (207) 377-8673 or email mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesday, November 4th at 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesdays after school, come join us in the Harrington room to go toe to toe with friends in our weekly friendly Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) club! Learn the basics of the game and have fun entering into battle against other trainers. Don’t have your own battle deck? Don’t worry, we’ve got a bunch! In fact, we encourage you to use ours so everyone can be on equal footing. This program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, November 4th at 4:30 pm

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Love strategy, spells, and epic battles? Join us for Magic: The Gathering – the classic collectible card game where creatures clash, spells fly, and every deck tells a story. Whether you’re a veteran planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring your own deck or use one of ours! We’ll be playing Standard games and casual “all cards welcome” matches. Come hang out, meet fellow players, and enjoy the magic! FMI: email Cass at crandle@baileylibrary.org.

Friends of Bailey Public Library Meeting

Wednesday, November 4th at 6:00 pm

Friends of Bailey Public Library Meeting

Friends members are invited to the Friends of Bailey Public Library business meeting every 1st Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. Hosted in the King Event Room. FMI: contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, November 5th at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Trivia Night!

Friday, November 6th at 6:00 pm

Bailey Trivia Night!

Join us for Bailey Trivia Night with Nick Perry every 1st Friday of the month! Event will be held in the King Event Room of the Bailey Library. Bring your own beverages. Snacks will be provided. FMI: Contact Nick at nperry@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Fright Club!

Saturday, November 7th at 1:00 pm

Bailey Fright Club!

Looking for a spooky new reading group? Join Bailey Fright Club, Bailey Library’s new horror book club. Starting in January, we’ll meet on the first Saturday of each month to discuss a chilling new read, from timeless classics to terrifying new releases. If you’re interested in joining or want more information, email Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Maker Mondays!

Monday, November 9th at 3:30 pm

Maker Mondays!

Join us every Monday for science, technology, engineering, and art programming! Best for elementary aged children. FMI: contact Stacy at stomassone@baileylibrary.org.

Trustee Meeting

Monday, November 9th at 6:00 pm

Trustee Meeting

Bailey Library Board of Trustees meets every 2nd Monday of the month from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Open to the public. Immediately followed by the Winthrop Library Foundation monthly meeting. Email rfortin@baileylibrary.org to attend via Zoom.

Tech Help

Tuesday, November 10th at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, November 10th at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, November 10th at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Library Closed

Wednesday, November 11th

Library Closed

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, November 12th at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

The Bookey Readings

Saturday, November 14th at 1:00 pm

The Bookey Readings

The Bookey Readings poetry series that originally started at the Harlow Gallery in Hallowell over 25 years ago! The event features local and renowned poets and musicians every 2nd Saturday of the month in a warm and welcoming reading room. On some months, the event also includes an open mic portion. FMI: contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Maker Mondays!

Monday, November 16th at 3:30 pm

Maker Mondays!

Join us every Monday for science, technology, engineering, and art programming! Best for elementary aged children. FMI: contact Stacy at stomassone@baileylibrary.org.

Tech Help

Tuesday, November 17th at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, November 17th at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, November 17th at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Writers Group

Tuesday, November 17th at 6:00 pm

Writers Group

Join our Writers Group! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays every month to encourage and inspire each other on our writing journeys. Please register in advance by contacting Liz Sienko at esienko@gmail.com.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Wednesday, November 18th at 10:30 am

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time, including songs, movement, and crafts! Every Wednesday in our King Event Room downstairs at the Bailey Library. In the summer, we meet at Norcross Point if the weather is good. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Junior Chess Club

Wednesday, November 18th at 3:30 pm

Junior Chess Club

Chess enthusiasts 1st grade and up, come join other kings, queens, knights, and rooks in a friendly chess club every week in the Bailey Public Library King Event room. There will be lessons and tips and tricks, but also those who wish to just drop in and play are encouraged to attend.

For more information, call (207) 377-8673 or email mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesday, November 18th at 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club (Teens and Tweens)

Wednesdays after school, come join us in the Harrington room to go toe to toe with friends in our weekly friendly Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) club! Learn the basics of the game and have fun entering into battle against other trainers. Don’t have your own battle deck? Don’t worry, we’ve got a bunch! In fact, we encourage you to use ours so everyone can be on equal footing. This program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, November 18th at 4:30 pm

Adult Magic: the Gathering Club

Love strategy, spells, and epic battles? Join us for Magic: The Gathering – the classic collectible card game where creatures clash, spells fly, and every deck tells a story. Whether you’re a veteran planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring your own deck or use one of ours! We’ll be playing Standard games and casual “all cards welcome” matches. Come hang out, meet fellow players, and enjoy the magic! FMI: email Cass at crandle@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Ukulele

Thursday, November 19th at 5:30 pm

Bailey Ukulele

Put the hum in your strum! Join the “Bailey Ukulele” group on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own music stand! Ukuleles available for lending at the Adult Circulation Desk. No meeting on the 5th Thursday of the month. FMI: Contact Michael at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Title Waves Book Club

Friday, November 20th at 1:00 pm

Bailey Title Waves Book Club

Join us on the third Friday of every month for a lively discussion with the Title Waves book club. Each month we choose a recent notable fiction title to read and discuss. For more information including this month’s title and to sign up to participate, please email adult librarian Michael Stanley at mstanley@baileylibrary.org.

Bailey Slow Jam

Saturday, November 21st at 10:30 am

Bailey Slow Jam

Join us on the 3rd Saturday each month for our Bailey Acoustic “Slooow” Jam Group. FMI or to get sheet music, contact volunteer Joanne Lebrun at jlebrun148@gmail.com.

Crooked House Book Club

Saturday, November 21st at 1:00 pm

Crooked House Book Club

Join us on the third Saturday of each month for a social hour with Shane Billings dissecting the work of Agatha Christie, the bestselling novelist of all time. Each month a different specific work of the Queen of Mystery will be picked for the group to read and then discuss. Email sbillings@baileylibrary.org for more information.

Maker Mondays!

Monday, November 23rd at 3:30 pm

Maker Mondays!

Join us every Monday for science, technology, engineering, and art programming! Best for elementary aged children. FMI: contact Stacy at stomassone@baileylibrary.org.

Tech Help

Tuesday, November 24th at 2:30 pm

Tech Help

Need help using a computer, iPad, or phone, or accessing any library digital resources? Stop by the library every Tuesday from 2:30 – 4:30pm for some Tech Help! This is a drop-in event, so there may be some waiting involved. For more information, please email us at reference@baileylibrary.org.

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Tuesday, November 24th at 3:30 pm

Video Game Club (Teens & Tweens)

Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, come to the library and play video games with friends in the Harrington room! We’ll have some laptops available for gaming as well as a couple of Nintendo Switches hooked up to some BIG screens. This weekly program is meant for teens and tweens age 10 and up. For more information, email rhagelin@baileylibrary.org.

Free Yoga Night

Tuesday, November 24th at 6:00 pm

Free Yoga Night

Join us every Tuesday for yoga in the King Event Room. No sign up needed, we provide mats and props. Please note: the library closes during this program, so other services will be unavailable. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Wednesday, November 25th at 10:30 am

Storytime with Ms. Jenn!

Join Ms. Jenn for an interactive story time, including songs, movement, and crafts! Every Wednesday in our King Event Room downstairs at the Bailey Library. In the summer, we meet at Norcross Point if the weather is good. FMI: contact Carrie at cyoung@baileylibrary.org.

Library Closed

Thursday, November 26th

Library Closed

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The Bailey Library will be closed tomorrow, January 26. We will reopen Tuesday for our normal business hours, 10am-6pm.Winter Storm Warnings have been posted for Sunday Afternoon into late Monday as a strong cross country system ends as a coastal storm in Northern New England. The biggest impact will be to travel, so if you must be on the road give yourself ample time to reach your destination. ...

The Bailey Library will be closed tomorrow, January 26. We will reopen Tuesday for our normal business hours, 10am-6pm.

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