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Downtown Library - 5 Monument Sq. 207-871-1700
Burbank - 377 Stevens Ave. 207-774-4229
Peaks Island - 129 Island Ave. 207-766-5540
Riverton - 1600 Forest Ave. 207-797-2915

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08/31/2026
Hey there! Did You Know this guy is coming to PPL?! 😲🤗✨ Get Author Talk with Jonathan Edward Durham on your calendar 🗓 b...
08/31/2026

Hey there! Did You Know this guy is coming to PPL?! 😲🤗

✨ Get Author Talk with Jonathan Edward Durham on your calendar 🗓 but also visit Jonathan Edward Durham's website to see all the ways he supports learning and literacy!📚

A DINO-SIZED thank you to all the artists who joined Will and his prehistoric friends for our drawing workshop. 🦖🎨 We lo...
08/27/2026

A DINO-SIZED thank you to all the artists who joined Will and his prehistoric friends for our drawing workshop. 🦖🎨 We loved seeing everyone’s creativity come to life!

The fantastic artwork created during the workshop will be on display for all to enjoy at a later date—stay tuned!

Stay connected for more creative adventures from our friends and community partners at the Illustration Institute! 🦕✨

“Though widely known for his inimitable, flamboyant characters and colorful stage performances, his greatest legacies to...
08/26/2026

“Though widely known for his inimitable, flamboyant characters and colorful stage performances, his greatest legacies to those who knew him were his curious, expansive mind and generous, gentle heart, both of which remained open and filled with anticipation until his final breath.." - Marcia Hurwitz

✨ Explore Tim Curry's work in our collection:
https://ppl-dirigo.na5.iiivega.com/library-list/list/57dc6729-283e-4af0-9602-e2e1c251f707

On National Dog Day, celebrated every year on August 26, we honor two dogs who are VERY special to our library spaces—Sm...
08/26/2026

On National Dog Day, celebrated every year on August 26, we honor two dogs who are VERY special to our library spaces—Smith, our beloved Reading Dog, and PPD.Archie!

These sweet, furry friends offer comfort, companionship, and, of course, instant smiles. We’re so grateful for all the joy they bring to our communities!🐾📚💙

🦖 🖋 Tuesday, August 25 | 3-5 pm | DOWNTOWN BRANCH!At the Drawing Dinosaurs from the Bones Up workshop with the Illustrat...
08/24/2026

🦖 🖋 Tuesday, August 25 | 3-5 pm | DOWNTOWN BRANCH!

At the Drawing Dinosaurs from the Bones Up workshop with the Illustration Institute ’s Will Roth, participants will learn how to envision what a dinosaur may have looked like from a model skeleton and bring their vision to life through drawing.

Learn more: https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/dino-drawing-community-workshop-12934

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Portland, ME
04101

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
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