Gibbs Library

Gibbs Library Serving Washington, Maine, and its surrounding communities since 1993.

Gibbs Library is a non-profit community organization dedicated to diverse reading interests and community service.

Gibbs is excited to welcome children's author Tamra Wight to the library, Saturday, September 12th at 10am in the Bryant...
08/17/2026

Gibbs is excited to welcome children's author Tamra Wight to the library, Saturday, September 12th at 10am in the Bryant Room. This event closes our summer reading program (Plant a Seed, Read!). Be sure to get your reading challenge sheets in for your prize tickets. The drawings will happen at this event. (Get you tickets in between now and before the library closes at noon on Thursday, September 10th.) There will also be door prizes at the event with Tamra. See you there! πŸ“šπŸ˜Žβ›±οΈπŸŒžπŸ«ŽπŸŒ»πŸ“–

Don't forget! This Tuesday (8/11/26), Bess the Book Bus visits Gibbs from 3-5pm. Earn a ticket for the summer reading pr...
08/08/2026

Don't forget! This Tuesday (8/11/26), Bess the Book Bus visits Gibbs from 3-5pm. Earn a ticket for the summer reading program* drawing just for attending this event! Also: get a free book from Bess! Also, also: there will be door prizes! And, oh goodness yes, THERE WILL BE ICE CREAM! All ages--everyone is welcome! πŸ“šβ›±οΈπŸ«ŽπŸŒžπŸšŒπŸ¨πŸ¦πŸ“–

*(The summer reading program ends September 12th, and program drawings will happen then--stay οΏΌtuned!)

Did you know you can still sign up for the summer reading program at Gibbs? It's true! Read (or listen to) books, comple...
08/05/2026

Did you know you can still sign up for the summer reading program at Gibbs? It's true! Read (or listen to) books, complete challenges, and earn tickets for drawings of excellent local prizes! And you can earn a ticket just by attending an event like our Thursday, August 11th, visit with Bess the Book Bus!

Bess the Book Bus visits Gibbs on August 11th from 3-5pm. Earn a ticket for the summer reading program* drawing just for...
07/26/2026

Bess the Book Bus visits Gibbs on August 11th from 3-5pm. Earn a ticket for the summer reading program* drawing just for attending this event! Also: get a free book from Bess! Also, also: there will be door prizes! And, oh my gosh yes, THERE WILL BE ICE CREAM! All ages--everyone is welcome! πŸ“šβ›±οΈπŸ«ŽπŸŒžπŸšŒπŸ¨πŸ¦πŸ“–

*(The summer reading program ends September 12th, and program drawings will happen then--stay οΏΌtuned!)

It's Community Auction day! Come to the firehouse (next door to Gibbs Library) for some stellar opportunities to bid on ...
07/25/2026

It's Community Auction day! Come to the firehouse (next door to Gibbs Library) for some stellar opportunities to bid on some sweet items in support of your favorite Washington, Maine organizations (like Gibbs Library)! Silent auction and preview starts at 4pm. Live auction starts at 6pm. Check out all the amazing items and services available to bid on. We thank you for your support! πŸ˜‰πŸ“šπŸ«Žβ›±οΈπŸ˜ŽπŸ“πŸ“–

Come see these timely and meaningful watercolor paintings by Jean Kigel. Avoid the high AQI outdoors and come inside Gib...
07/18/2026

Come see these timely and meaningful watercolor paintings by Jean Kigel. Avoid the high AQI outdoors and come inside Gibbs to meet this incredible artist and to chat with fellow art lovers. Light refreshments will be offered. Sunday (tomorrow), from 2-4pm.

Do you know about the Washington Community Auction? This great event offers excellent items you can bid on to support ev...
07/17/2026

Do you know about the Washington Community Auction? This great event offers excellent items you can bid on to support even more excellent Washington, Maine organizations (such as Gibbs Library--hint, hint πŸ˜‰)! The auction takes place on Saturday, July 25th, at the Firehouse right next door to Gibbs. Preview and silent auction start at 4pm, and the live auction starts at 6pm. Stop on by on July 25th and raise a paddle or a hand and some funds for your favorite local organizations! πŸ“šπŸŒžπŸ“πŸ«ŽπŸ“–

Check out the new books coming to the shelves at Gibbs! Great for your summer reading. πŸ“šβ›±οΈπŸŒžπŸ«ŽπŸ“–Have you signed up for the ...
07/15/2026

Check out the new books coming to the shelves at Gibbs! Great for your summer reading. πŸ“šβ›±οΈπŸŒžπŸ«ŽπŸ“–

Have you signed up for the summer reading program? There is still time! The program runs through early September. Come to Gibbs, sign up, and receive your summer reading packet. We'll provide the books (audio books count too)!

Have you seen the art exhibit currently on display at Gibbs?! These meaningful and moving watercolors by artist Jean Kig...
07/13/2026

Have you seen the art exhibit currently on display at Gibbs?! These meaningful and moving watercolors by artist Jean Kigel will be on exhibit through August. Come to the reception Sunday, July 19th (2-4pm) to meet the artist and fellow art lovers. Also, bonus: Summer Reading participants: If you attend the reception, you can earn one ticket to go towards the drawing for prizes! You must be signed up (or sign up) for the summer reading program to participate. One ticket to observe stellar art, meet a celebrated artist and fellow art lovers? How excellent is that?! πŸ–ΌοΈπŸŽ¨πŸ–ŒοΈπŸŽŸοΈπŸ“šβ›±οΈπŸŒž

07/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to Gibbs Summer Book Sale today! What a wonderful turnout. We hope you found some great new-to-you reading treasures (or puzzles! there were some mighty awesome puzzles available too!). Hope you enjoyed the Strawberry Festival, and we look forward to seeing you back at Gibbs soon! πŸ“šβ›±οΈπŸ«ŽπŸŒžπŸ“–πŸ“

Address

40 Old Union Road
Washington, ME
04574

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
4pm - 7pm
Wednesday 3pm - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+12078452663

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