Friends of the Walker Memorial Library

08/22/2026

Adult & Teen Craft | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Come make beautiful book-page flowers! It’s a creative way to give old book pages a new life while enjoying some time in our gorgeous Historic Wing.

Saturday Afternoon Cat Movie | 2 PM
Every Saturday in August, join the Walker Memorial Library for a cat-themed movie starting at 2 PM. Free popcorn and candy!

This Saturday’s movie hint: Two dogs and a cat go on an incredible journey to return home to their beloved family. Rated G.

Want to know the title? Check out the Walker Memorial Library online calendar!

And remember: Please do not bring your cat!
Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Whether you’re crafting in the morning or settling in for a cat-themed movie in the afternoon, we hope you’ll spend some of your Saturday at Walker Memorial Library!

08/10/2026

Happy Book Lovers Day!

There’s nothing quite like finding a book that you just can’t put down. Whether you’re looking for a thrilling mystery, a heartwarming story, a great romance, an adventure, or something new to learn, the Walker Memorial Library has a book waiting for you!

Celebrate Happy Book Lovers Day by stopping by the library and finding your next great read. You never know what wonderful story you might discover!

Come browse, get cozy, and fall in love with a new book at Walker Memorial Library!

08/02/2026

Can you save the plants before it's too late?

Join the Walker Memorial Library for their Family Escape Room: Protect the Plants! from August 3–14!

Something has gone terribly wrong at the endangered plant greenhouse—the keys to the plant supplies and thermostat have disappeared! Work together to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and find the missing keys before the plants wither away.

This fun, family-friendly escape room is designed primarily for kids and is perfect for anyone who loves puzzles, teamwork, and a good challenge!

Session Times:
• Monday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., & 3:00 p.m.
• Friday: 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.

Each adventure takes one hour or less.

Age Guidelines:
• Ages 5–12 with a parent/caregiver
• Ages 13+ may participate on their own or with a parent/caregiver

Groups are limited to 8 participants, and registration is required.

Sign up:
• Stop by the library's front desk
• Call 207-854-0630
• Email [email protected]

Gather your family and friends, put your problem-solving skills to the test, and see if you can protect the plants before time runs out!

08/02/2026

And that's a wrap!

Congratulations to our final July Raffle Calendar winner, Susan A., who won a $25 Amato's Gift Card!

As we close out another fantastic Raffle Calendar fundraiser, we want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who made it possible. Thank you to the incredible local businesses and organizations who generously donated prizes, and thank you to everyone who purchased raffle calendar tickets and supported the Friends of the Walker Memorial Library.

Your support helps us continue providing library passes, programs, special purchases, scholarships, and so much more for our community.

Congratulations to all of our winners throughout July, and thank you for helping make this year's Raffle Calendar a wonderful success. We can't wait to do it again next year!

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07/31/2026

Congratulations to today's Raffle Calendar winner, Mary M.!

Mary is taking home a $25 gift card to Rio Bravo and a $10 gift card to Don's Lunch—a delicious combination for enjoying two great local favorites!

Thank you to everyone participating in our Raffle Calendar fundraiser. Every ticket purchased helps the Friends of the Walker Memorial Library support programs, resources, and opportunities for our community.

One more lucky winner tomorrow. Who's tomorrow's lucky winner?

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07/31/2026

Congratulations to our July 30 Raffle Calendar winner, Jeanne R.!

Jeanne is the lucky winner of 2 tickets to Portland Stage! We hope you enjoy an unforgettable performance and a wonderful night out.

Thank you to everyone who purchased a raffle calendar and continues to support the Friends of the Walker Memorial Library. Your support helps us fund library programs, museum passes, and so much more.

Stay tuned as we continue celebrating our daily winners!

Welcome to our 51st season! Portland Stage is one of Maine’s largest fully professional, non-profit theaters.

07/30/2026

Congratulations to today's Friends of the Walker Memorial Library Raffle Calendar winner, Victor C.!

Victor is the lucky winner of a $25 gift card to Portland Pie and a $15 gift card to MEow Lounge!

Thank you to Portland Pie and MEow Lounge for their generous support of our Raffle Calendar fundraiser. Every ticket purchased helps the Friends of the Walker Memorial Library provide library programs, museum passes, special events, and other valuable resources for our community.

Congratulations again, Victor! Be sure to follow along each day in July as we celebrate our daily winners!

Meow Lounge is a safe, comfortable space where people cat spend time with adoptable cats. Each week there are different activities, including Trivia, Game and Movie Nights. There is also a cat related gift shop, focusing on Maine Made items.

07/30/2026

Congratulations to yesterday's Friends of the Walker Memorial Library Raffle Calendar winner, Terry S.!

Terry is taking home 2 passes to Urban Air along with a beautiful children's quilt handcrafted by Regina Rofe!

Congratulations, Terry, and thank you to our generous prize donors for helping make our Raffle Calendar fundraiser such a success. Every ticket purchased helps the Friends of the Walker Memorial Library support library programs, museum passes, and special opportunities for our community.

Stay tuned—there are still more winners to celebrate!

Urban Air Adventure Park. Indoor trampoline park, climbing walls, go-karts, birthday parties, and more!

07/29/2026

Did You Know?

Your Walker Memorial Library card can help you explore the great outdoors!

The library has a Maine State Park Pass available for checkout. The pass covers day-use entrance fees for everyone traveling in one vehicle at participating Maine State Parks.

Whether you're planning a hike, a picnic, a day at the beach, or simply want to enjoy Maine's beautiful natural spaces, this pass is a great way to get outside and explore.

Stop by the Circulation Desk to check out the Maine State Park Pass with your Walker Memorial Library card. Adventure is just a library visit away!

07/28/2026

Congratulations to our July 27 Raffle Calendar Winner, Marnie W.!

Marnie has won a fun combination of City of Westbrook swag and a bicycle tune-up from Ernie's Cycle Shop!

Whether you're showing your Westbrook pride or getting your bike ready for your next adventure, we hope you enjoy your fantastic prizes.

Thank you to everyone who purchased a Raffle Calendar and continues to support the Friends of the Walker Memorial Library. Your support helps us provide programs, resources, and opportunities that benefit our entire community.

Congratulations, Marnie, and thank you to the City of Westbrook and Ernie's Cycle Shop for their generous donations!

We hope you have a safe & happy holiday! In honor of Independance Day, we will be closed from Saturday, July 4th through Monday, July 13th. Opening back up for normal business hours on Tuesday, July 14th.