Calendar


Mar
30
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Mar 30 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Mar
31
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Mar 31 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Apr
3
Thu
2025
Bumps & Babies
Apr 3 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
A place of support for all moms and caregivers during pregnancy and postpartum. Join us for connection and encouragement. Babies and kids welcome.
Hosted by LeAnne Dunham @adventureawaitsbirthservices
Children’s Library RESERVED
Apr 3 @ 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm

The Children’s library is reserved for this period of time. Please respect this accommodation!

Apr
5
Sat
2025
Chess Club
Apr 5 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We welcome beginners and experienced players alike! Drop in and learn about the game of chess. Contact Sam Diefenbach for more information samueldiefenbach@gmail.com

Bingo drawing
Apr 5 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

We will be drawing tickets at the conclusion of our library bingo program.

Apr
6
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Apr 6 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Apr
7
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Apr 7 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Apr
10
Thu
2025
Homeschool Open House
Apr 10 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

An informational session for patrons interested or experienced in homeshooling. This is an opportunity to share information and network with other homeschool groups.

Contact Julianne van Norden for more information.

Apr
11
Fri
2025
LEGOs
Apr 11 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join us for fun with Legos and Duplos from 1 to 4pm

Apr
12
Sat
2025
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Apr 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Chess Club
Apr 12 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We welcome beginners and experienced players alike! Drop in and learn about the game of chess. Contact Sam Diefenbach for more information samueldiefenbach@gmail.com

Learn about Astronomy
Apr 12 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Charlie Sawyer and others from the Downeast Amateur Astronomers will be presenting about comets and neutron stars! Bring the whole family and any astronomy questions.

Apr
13
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Apr 13 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Apr
14
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Apr 14 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Apr
15
Tue
2025
Herbalism Community Gathering
Apr 15 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

A gathering for herbalists & herb farmers in Washington county, hosted by Botaniscape and the Downeast Herbalists. Join us in herbalism community, meet colleagues, and build relationships! Celebrate the plants! Share ideas! All interest levels welcome!

RSVP below…

https://www.facebook.com/share/18apgLey9M/

Board of Trustees Meeting
Apr 15 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Apr
18
Fri
2025
Rights & Responsibilities of Citizenship
Apr 18 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Former UMM history professor Dr. Kay Kimball will facilitate a discussion of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship at Porter Memorial Library in Machias. Anyone who wants a better grasp of what it means to be a citizen is encouraged to attend.

Admission to this event is free. Seating is limited so please call ahead to reserve a spot.

Apr
19
Sat
2025
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Apr 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Chess Club
Apr 19 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We welcome beginners and experienced players alike! Drop in and learn about the game of chess. Contact Sam Diefenbach for more information samueldiefenbach@gmail.com

Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Bring a basket and meet in front of the library for the annual Easter Egg Hunt!

11:00 ages 0-6, 11:30 ages 7-11

Apr
20
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Apr 20 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Apr
21
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Apr 21 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Apr
24
Thu
2025
STEM Day – Bird Feeders
Apr 24 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Join us for this month’s STEM activity, where we will make pine-cone bird (& squirrel) feeders!

Supplies will be provided for this event. This activity is appropriate for children all ages. Contact Julianne Van Norden for details.

Apr
25
Fri
2025
Porter Poets
Apr 25 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The Porter Poets welcome you! Join in-person or via Zoom link at https://westliberty.zoom.us/j/99465572474

Apr
26
Sat
2025
1-on-1 Computer Help (sign up at front desk)
Apr 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Sign up at the front desk for in-person help with your tech questions – smart phone, laptops, etc
Sessions are limited to 30 minutes
Chess Club
Apr 26 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We welcome beginners and experienced players alike! Drop in and learn about the game of chess. Contact Sam Diefenbach for more information samueldiefenbach@gmail.com

Apr
27
Sun
2025
CLOSED
Apr 27 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

Apr
28
Mon
2025
CLOSED
Apr 28 all-day

The Library’s regular hours are…

TUES-FRI 10AM-5PM,

SAT 10AM-1PM

May
1
Thu
2025
Bumps & Babies
May 1 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
A place of support for all moms and caregivers during pregnancy and postpartum. Join us for connection and encouragement. Babies and kids welcome.
Hosted by LeAnne Dunham @adventureawaitsbirthservices