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Library announces interim director and executive search

Following my recent announcement about Ann’s resignation, you are likely wondering about the future leadership of our beloved institution. I assure you that the library is in capable hands with Catherine Nevin, our newly appointed . . . read more »

Tracie D. Hall Keynote

Maine Library Association Conference 2023 Below is the Keynote presentation given by Tracie D. Hall at the Maine Library Association Conference. This is an embedded Microsoft Office presentation, powered by Office.

Press Release: Friend Memorial Library launches capital campaign

Side view of Brooklin's Friend Memorial Public Library.

Published in the Ellsworth American BROOKLIN — The Friend Memorial Public Library on Wednesday launched a $2.5 million capital campaign aimed at revitalizing its aging building as well as improving services, said campaign chairman and . . . read more »

Chickadee Award Nominees

2022-2023 Chickadee Awards Starting in 2005, the Chickadee Award is named after Maine’s state bird. The winner is picked by children who vote for one of the nominees. Right now, the Friend Memorial Library had . . . read more »

Love your Library Fundraiser

Background of Valentines on which are the words February is Love your Library Month.

February Fundraiser at the Library February is Love your Library Month! Starting now, come into the library, or buy a valentine online to show your support of the library. Starting at $5, have a handmade . . . read more »

Planning Underway for Library Improvements

Following a comprehensive feasibility study in the fall of 2022, the Library Board unanimously voted to proceed with a multi-year capital campaign focused on critical building improvements and growing our endowment fund. Planned upgrades will . . . read more »