Falmouth Memorial Library

Resolve to Read

2011-12-28T07:18:00.000-08:00

Amazing how small ideas grow, isn't it? A little play on words on our front sign and we now have a Resolve to Read tree in the library. Help us add to it. Right now it's empty! Starting today staff will be hanging Best of....lists for 2011 as well as award winning books for you to stop by and pluck from the tree. Resolve to Read at least one book from the list and then come in and tell us about it. Or, take a moment to note your thoughts here on our blog to share with others! Everyone loves ideas for the next great read. Share your reads!

In the New Year.....Resolve to Read!

2011-12-27T13:35:00.000-08:00

There is still time to add "read more" to your annual New Year's resolution list. The staff of the Falmouth Memorial Library is here to help you Resolve to Read! Let us know how we can help. That's what we are here for. Ask for read-a-likes for your favorite author, genre or subject. We are working behind the scenes on creating more lists for you to choose from, so let us know what you like to read.

Meanwhile, check back for lists, websites and other suggestions to help you as you Resolve to Read in 2012!

And Now for Something a Little Different...

2011-11-16T14:40:00.000-08:00

Looking for a book group that is a little different? The Falmouth Memorial Library's Paranormal Book Group is for every book lover who stalks the library looking for the next paranormal book to read. We will read and talk about a lot of YA (young adult) and some adult novels with vampires, zombies, weres, evil pixies and other supernatural creatures that roam the paranormal world.

This new book group will be led by Jeannie Madden. The first meeting will be Saturday, December 3rd @ 10am and plans to meet every first Saturday of the month.

Looking for the why? Because Jeannie knows she is not alone in enjoying a good zombie novel Be at our first meeting to discuss Rot & Ruin by Jonathan Mayberry; or be prepared to talk about your favorite zombie book.

For additional information, please contact Jeannie @ 781-2351.

Book Groups at the Falmouth Memorial Library

2011-11-15T13:20:00.000-08:00

Book groups are a great way to connect with new people and discuss books. The Falmouth Memorial Library currently sponsors two book groups.

The Great Books book group meets approximately twice a month on Mondays 10am to noon. There is a specific reading list and we do request you contact the group leader to get up to speed on the group's reading list. New members are encouraged. This book group reads selections from the Great Books Foundation. Founded in 1947, the Great Books Foundation follows a text-based Socratic method of learning. Further information may be found here about the Great Books Foundation. Contact Andi , the library's reference librarian @781-2351 for more information. The next meeting of this group is Monday, November 28th @ 10am

The Falmouth Memorial Library Book Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 1pm. The selections for this group are chosen by the current members and for the past few years has had a geographic theme. This group is also looking for new members! The current reading list is located here and was chosen to look at different aspects of the State of California by reading nonfiction and fiction books about California, as well as several well known Californian authors. Please follow this book group's blog here. Their next meeting is Wednesday, December 14th @ 1pm.

Ariana Franklin 1933-2011

2011-11-15T09:42:00.000-08:00

If you've been following along since the last posting here; just an update. I chose the Art of Death series by Ariana Franklin. This is not an Agatha Christie read a like. So why did I chose it? Well, to be honest, I was in the mood for a little change. This is a "page-turner"with some detailed violence and much less detailed romance. The unlikely heroine is a female medical examiner, Adelia Aguilar. Adelia relocates under interesting circumstances to medieval Cambridge during the reign of Henry II. While certainly not a British "cozy", the violence is not gratitious and Adelia is a complicated character. The Franklin series is only four mysteries in length and begins with "The Mistress of the Art of Death".

Ariana Franklin is the pseudonym for Diana Norman who also wrote historical fiction and historical romances under her own name.

What are You Reading?

2011-11-03T13:57:00.000-07:00

Today I was met at work by a fellow librarian. She had a grocery bag full of books. For me. To Read. She's discovered I am a fan of British mysteries. I fell in love with Agatha Christie when I was in sixth grade and decided I was going to be a writer (ok, and a teacher and an archaeologist).

What's my point? Well, even we librarians need help. Yes, librarians get in reading ruts. It doesn't matter what form the story is in book, e-books or audio. Who can read it all? Are you in a rut? Drop by and chat with us. The staff at the Falmouth Memorial Library enjoy talking about, and sharing what we're reading. Doesn't matter if it's fiction, non-fiction, ask us to help you redirect your reading. We can show you some of the tools we use.

So, what was in the bag of books... "Aftermath" by Peter Robinson, "Where Memories Lie" by Deborah Crombie, "Blackout" by John Lawton and "Grave Goods" by Ariana Franklin. It appears these are all from series, but none the titles in my bag are firsts, but they give me a start. Are these "readalikes" for Agatha Christie? No and not all the authors are actually British. Stay tuned and I'll let you know what I've picked to read and why.

Happy Reading!

Andi JD

It's Good to Be Back

2011-11-02T14:33:00.000-07:00

The library reopened for business on Monday, October 24th. We're still waiting for some paint and tiles, but other than that we are back! Thank you once again to everyone who volunteered their time, best wishes and donuts to the staff. We thank you all!

LIbrary Update

2011-10-18T09:50:00.000-07:00

The library is closed through Friday and we are hoping to reopen on Saturday, October 22nd. But please check back for updates.

Library Is Closed

2011-10-18T07:10:00.001-07:00

The Falmouth Memorial Library is closed today due to water damage. Please check back for additional information.

If You Love to Read Books...

2011-10-12T15:16:00.000-07:00

then you need to stop by the Falmouth Memorial Library this weekend! We are having our annual Fall Book Sale this Saturday, October 15, 9:30 am to 5 pm & Sunday, October 16, 1 to 5 pm. Everything from biographies to cookbooks to bestsellers.

But wait, there's more! The Friends of the Falmouth Memorial Library hold a Sneak Preview event on Friday, October 14, 4-6pm. This special event is a fundraiser for the Friends. Current dues paying Friends get in for free, but others pay a nominal fee of $5.00 to get the first chance at some great titles!

And Sunday, don't forget, is a great money saving event. Bring your own bags 1 to 5 pm and pay only $3.00 per bag you fill!

We are still looking for volunteers to help us box up any leftovers on Sunday, October 16, 5 pm to approx 6:30 pm. Please contact the library @ 781-2351.

I Can't Believe You're Reading That!

2011-08-12T12:40:00.000-07:00

As a librarian, I am consistently asked what I have been reading lately. I have been asked this nearly everywhere I go: the doctor’s office, dinner with friends, even while having a massage. When I am asked this question I often pause to take stock of who I am talking to so I can gauge what their reaction may be. Then I caution the inquisitor that I prefer young adult literature and that I don’t typically read “main stream” fiction. Lately that has not been so much of a problem as the type of fiction I like to read has gained much popularity. See, I am a big reader of books featuring zombies, weres, evil pixies and vampires to name a few. I like to term the characters in my favorite books as the “reluctant monster”.

More often than not the monsters are the bad guys, but occasionally a great story comes along with a very sympathetic lead character that just so happens to turn into a being with four paws or one that likes to indulge in a little human blood, or brains, from time to time. I mean really, is that so bad? To me, what makes a good zombie story is not the gore; I am really not that into gory descriptions. What makes a good story is the reactions of the characters to the flesh-eating monsters. Think about it. What will you do when the zombie apocalypse strikes? Will you run and scream and hide, or will you do those things and then fight back to survive.

For some examples of very good zombie stories, try reading Rot & Ruin by Jonathan Maberry and The Forest of Hands and Teeth by Carrie Ryan. For a zombie story with heart, one where you are actually rooting for the zombie, try reading Warm Bodies by Isaac Marion.

As for the evil pixies and weres who just want to be like you and me, try Need by Carrie Jones and Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater. These stories feature strong female characters and very sympathetic beings who happen to enjoy a little blood or turn into a dog.

If you are ever looking for other title ideas, please stop me. I would love to talk to you about what you have read and am happy to provide suggestions.

Jeannie P. Madden

Phillip Levine is the New United States Poet Laureate

2011-08-10T16:28:00.000-07:00

The Library of Congress appointed Philip Levine as its 18th Poet Laureate. Levine will begin his duties in the fall. He succeeds W. S. Merwin.

Wesley McNair is Maine's poet laureate.

Just what does a poet laureate do? The Librarian of Congress appoints the United States Poet Laureate after consulting former appointees. The Library actually assigns very few specific duties to the poet laureate, giving the appointee freedom to work on their own projects. The appointee is expected to help foster a greater appreciation of both the reading and writing of poetry. Some past projects include Ted Kooser's weekly newspaper column and Charles Simic taught a master class for poets at the Library of Congress.

Although April is National Poetry Month, take time to celebrate the art of poetry every month. Your library has several books to help you create your own poetry. Or come in and check out a published poets writing, just browse through the stacks in the 811s. One of my favorite books is "Committed to memory; 100 best poems to memorize" (808.81 Com). Take the challenge and commit a poem to memory today.

Today is Book Lover's Day Celebrate @ Your Library!

2011-08-09T08:30:00.000-07:00

Today is Book Lover's Day. What better way to celebrate than to head to your library, check out some books and read!

And did you know that books can also serve as art? Beyond the lovely covers and illustrations, older books heading for recycling can be repurposed. Yes, this librarian does practice the book arts!

We have a beautiful new book " The Repurposed Library" by Lisa Occhipinti (call # 745.54 Occ, but currently on our new book display when it's not checked out). The author demonstrates 33 (thirty-three) craft/art projects to give old books a new life.

Not crafty yourself? Well, check out our Beauty and the Books silent auction in March 2012. There will be at least one repurposed book available for bidding.

Another Author to add to Maine Crime Writers blog

2011-07-18T10:17:00.000-07:00

Sarah Graves has been added to the Maine Crime Writers blog. I enjoy her Jacobia Tiptree series immensely. The series takes place in Eastport, Maine, the easternmost town in the United States. Sarah's publisher, Random House, "houses" her official website. Check out the Eastport map on their website to follow where all the bodies are buried in Sarah's books!

Maine Crime Writers Blog

2011-07-06T12:40:00.000-07:00

The Maine Crime Writers blog is up and running. If you love mysteries of any sort, especially those written by Maine authors, check out this blog. The writers included are Gerry Boyle, Vicki Doudera,Paul Doiron, Kaitlyn Dunnett, Kate Flora, James Hayman, Barbara Ross, Julia Spencer-Fleming and Lea Wait.

After checking out their blog and getting to know the authors a little better, stop by your library and check out one of their books, we have at least one by every author on the shelf or on order!

Join Our Newest Book Group--For Audio Book Lovers!

2011-06-24T11:31:00.000-07:00

Join your library's latest book group, "Read @ Your Own Pace". This group will "read" a wide variety of titles, as long as they are available to listen to! Our first meeting is Thursday, June 30th @ 6:30 pm. We will be discussing audiobooks in general and deciding whether to listen from a selected list or go wild and talk about whatever we're each listening to at the moment!

Questions? Contact Andi @ 781-2351 or library@falmouth.lib.me.us.

Author Lilian Jackson Braun dies at age 97

2011-06-07T08:48:00.000-07:00

If you are a lover of cozy mysteries, you've probably run across Lilian Jackson Braun's Cat Who..series. The series features two Siamese cats and their owner, James (Qwill) Qwilleran. Qwill is a newspaperman whose cats help him solve mysteries. The series starts with "The Cat Who Could Read Backwards". The three main characters develop over the series and their growth and development, as cats and a person, are important to the stories. As with other cozy mysteries, there is little blatant violence and the series is actually described as being heartwarming. The stories have a leisurely pace with the solution to the mystery nicely concluded at the end of each book.

For further information on this wonderful author check out Novelist via the MARVEL databases available at MARVEL databases.

Novel Destinations---This Summer @ Your Library!

2011-05-25T16:21:00.000-07:00

Please stay tuned. Your library staff is going to be taking you places this summer! Like to travel? Like to walk? Like to read? Tried listening to audiobooks? We'll help you answer these and many other questions starting this June.

The children of Falmouth have had the joy of a summer reading program to themselves for years. Now it's time for the adults to join in on all the fun. Watch out for wayward gold stars. Dig out your passport. We'll help you go places you only imagined!

Do E-Readers Intrigue You?

2011-04-22T13:30:00.000-07:00

Your library received a grant and has purchased several e-readers. The library staff will be learning to "play" with them this coming Monday, April 25th during our Staff Development Day. The library will be closed, but the staff will be working behind the stacks learning how to use the devices so we can lend them out to our patrons! The break-out for the new e-readers will be at the next 2nd Saturday Book Chat Cafe on Saturday, May 14th.

At the Book Chat Cafe, library patrons will be able to do a little hands on training with library staff. We will have a limited number of the e-readers available, so sign up is suggested. Just let the Circulation Staff know you'd like to attend the E-Reader Book Chat Cafe and we'll keep a list.

Andi JD

The Falmouth Memorial Library Book Group needs a name....

2011-04-12T12:24:00.000-07:00

The Falmouth Memorial Library Book group meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 1pm. This month we will be reading and discussing Maine poets. We'd love to have you join us. But we'd also like to have a catchy name to call ourselves. Any ideas? Please contact me at library@falmouth.lib.me.us.

Andi JD

Busy, Busy, Busy

2011-04-12T12:22:00.000-07:00

We've had some input on our blog...thank you! Appears that several of our readers would like to see some lists of must reads, staff reads and other lists beyond the bestseller list. We'd like to hear from other readers, we're starting on the lists with a What We're Reading Now" list. This list will let you know what some of the staff are reading and why they'd recommend these books to others.

We just had Falmouth poet, Eleanor Steele do a reading at our Friends Group, LunchBox Friends monthly event. If you didn't make it, you missed out on a fine time. The group even created a group poem with Eleanor's help. Thank you Eleanor!

And finally for today, there is a monthly group that meets on the 2nd Saturday @ 10am here at your library. It's called the Book Chat Cafe. A small group of avid readers meets and discusses whatever each person is reading. We'd like to see that group grow. Keep checking back, we will be posting a list of books recommended by this group each month, starting with the April 8th meeting. Baked goodies could be provided, along with coffee, if there is a request....

Ever Read a Cookbook?

2011-03-29T13:00:00.000-07:00

Have you ever sat down and read through, not just the couple of recipes you like, but the WHOLE cookbook? I never have, well until now.

"The City Cook; Big City, Small Kitchen, Limitless Ingredients, No Time" by Kate McDonough is my first attempt! I'm not a great cook (understatement of the year), but decided, like Kate McDonough, that it might just be time to work on that. Part 1 of her book details how and why she got started cooking. It also includes lists of "must haves" for kitchen equipment as well as a well stocked pantry. Part II of the book includes her recipes, as well as tips for working in a small kitchen.

And there is more than just the book; McDonough, like many nonfiction authors these days, maintains a website The City Cook. The focus is on cooking in an urban, small kitchen

If you enjoyed reading "Julie and Julia" by Julie Powell, check out "The City Cook". Although McDonough doesn't share any inner life angst, this is a good choice for going beyond reading about someone else's cooking struggles and getting your own hands working in your kitchen! Who knows, maybe next I'll tackle "The Joy of Cooking".

AJD

Love a Good Mystery?

2011-03-15T10:28:00.000-07:00

Do you love a good mystery? Want to find out more about your favorite mystery author or find out when the next mystery in a series is coming out? (Yes, the next book in the Maisie Dobbs series is due to be released this month).

Check out the Stop You're Killing Me! website Stop You're Killing Me

But don't stop there. Your library also has some great information available through the Marvel database Novelist Plus. You may access this database from home in your jammies and all you need is your library card number!

Want a quick tutorial? Stop by your Falmouth Memorial Library and have one of the staff show you how to access all sorts of information from the Marvel databases, including Novelist Plus.

Once upon a time....

2011-02-07T11:34:00.003-08:00

Once upon a time…

One of our recent posts talked about entering your favorite fairy tale. Did you think fairy tales were just for kids? Think again.

One of the new trends in adult fiction is fairy tales, with a twist. These aren’t your childhood happily-ever-after stories. These tales delve into the darker elements of life and love, but you’ll still recognize the bones of the fairy tale within. Whether you’re a fan of the classic story lines or like something a little more modern - you’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll have a hard time putting these down. Here are some of our adult fairy tale holdings:

Second Nature by Alice Hoffman (Beauty and the Beast)

The True Story of Hansel and Gretel by Louise Murphy (Hansel and Gretel)

Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister by Gregory Maguire (Cinderella)

And in the tradition of a fairy tale:

Onion Girl by Charles de Lint

Or if you like a mystery using fairy tale characters, try:

The Nursery Crime series by Jasper Fforde

Do you have a favorite tale? Share it with us! Joyce D.

"The Distant Hours" and Fairy Tales

2011-01-28T07:42:00.000-08:00

Ever wished you could enter your favorite fairy tale? That’s exactly what Edie Burchill does in this gothic novel when she explores Milderhurst Castle, the location of her mother’s evacuation during World War II as well as the site of her beloved childhood tale. Read Kate Morton’s The Distant Hours. Available in fiction. Susan C.

Book Chat Cafe--Second Saturday--Starts February 12th!

2011-01-25T08:00:00.000-08:00

Please join us for our new monthly programming! Every second Saturday of the month, we will be presenting several programs geared toward adults---young and not so young!

@ 9:30am, please join us for a new kind of book club,,,no lists to follow,,,no predetermined questions to answer. Just come, sip some tea or coffee, nibble on a scone or muffin and tell the others in this reading circle what you're reading! We'll have informal booktalks about what participants are currently reading and why!

Staff from the library will be sharing some great resources to find that next great read, and we'll even wander into the world of e-books.

" A Short History of Portland"

2011-01-20T12:38:00.001-08:00

Allan Levinsky, author of "A Short History of Portland" will be discussing his book at the Falmouth Memorial Library, on Friday, February 4th @ 1pm. The FML Book Group is hosting this event for the library. The public is more than welcome and refreshments will be served. Please join us!

Staff Picks

2011-01-19T11:21:00.001-08:00

Have you ever lived in a house you really loved or a house with a history? If you have you will enjoy The House at Bunganuc Landing by Susan Drinker Moran. And if you think you know Maine but don’t know Bunganuc Landing it’s on the west side of Maquoit Bay in Brunswick. The changes in the fortune of the house and Bunganuc Landing mirror the changes in life as her husband’s serious illness progresses. Available on interlibrary loan.--Susan C.

Have You Checked Out the YA Section?

2011-01-19T09:20:00.000-08:00

Busy lives means little time for settling in to read the great American novel. But just because you don’t have a lot of time on your hands doesn’t mean you can’t read some fabulous fiction. If you’re looking for a story with a fast-moving pace, thought-provoking concepts, and characters you’ll absolutely love (or love to hate) you need to look in the young adult section.

More and more young adult fiction is appealing to adults, and publishers know it. New titles like Harry Potter and Twilight paved the way – and taught adults where the YA section is in their library. Now you can find all sorts of fascinating reads that appeal to young and old alike. A few titles that have been popular among adults lately include the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins, a dystopian story about a young girl who finds herself thrown into an arena where teens are forced to fight one another to the death – think Survivor meets Lord of the Flies. Continuing on the dystopian theme, you might enjoy Uglies by Scott Westerfeld, again the first in a series about a new world where everyone undergoes surgery to be pretty so that no one is different. (And the good news is, both of these series are complete, so there’s no waiting around for a year before you can find out what happens next.)

If dystopian isn’t your thing, how about something from our world? Try Anna Godbersen’s The Luxe series about a group of teenage girls breaking the rules of society in the late 1800s. Or, if you want a single title that’s a little more modern, try last year’s Printz Award winner Going Bovine by Libba Bray, or from the year before Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta. The Printz Award is the American Library Association’s award for best Young Adult book of the year. They just announced this year’s winner and honor books; you can find the list by going to www.ala.org/yalsa and clicking on booklists. While you’re there, check out some of the other cool lists of Young Adult books they’ve put together.

There are some amazing stories waiting for you in the Young Adult section. Because even though we may be adults, we’re all still young of mind. Joyce D.

Another Storm???

2011-01-18T09:58:00.000-08:00

It is certainly winter in Maine. The library will be closing today, Tuesday, January 18th, at 3pm. Weather permitting, we'll be reopening Wednesday January 19th @ 9:30am.

Thank you!

Today, Wednesday January 12th-The Library is Closed

2011-01-12T04:29:00.000-08:00

I'm sitting in a big comfy chair catching up on my reading. The wind and snow are whirling around outside my window. But, I did manage to grab a couple of DVD's from the library to watch today. "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" is one of those movies. I'd give you a synopsis, but someone else in the family has already taken off with it! Our library has many new movies, both hot off the press and new to us, but in black and white. Hang a right by the Circulation Desk, wander by the Reference office and in the corner there is a display of our new movies. Check them out, we've marked them with a blue New sticker.

I, however, am personally catching up on my Agatha Christie mysteries. My one goal for 2011 is to read everything dear Agatha wrote (clarify...published mystery). I read them all when I was much younger, and am wandering through the English countryside again searching for those clues I didn't catch the first time around!

We here at the library hope you are all home safe and warm. And perhaps, catching up on your reading?

Beach Reads

2011-01-06T12:43:00.000-08:00

Jeannie, our Circulation Manager, has quite the sense of humor. Check out her display of Beach Reads in January.

Some of her suggestions:

"Life's a Beach" by Claire Cook. A light-hearted look at women moving forward in different stages of their lives. A "hen-lit" read with a great cover to brighten those winter doldrums.

"Beach Week" by Susan Coll Another humorous life in transition story. This time how the stories of several families dealing with their high school aged daughters away for seven unsupervised days at the beach.

"The Teeth of the Tiger" by Tom Clancy. Not a light read, but the cover is blue like the ocean in summer...

Comfort Reading!

2010-12-28T10:40:00.001-08:00

When the dark evenings of winter move in and it’s cold outside, we get two cravings: to curl up with a good book and to cook something yummy. And apparently we’re not alone. There’s a trend of cooking novels out – about cooks or including recipes to go along with the story. You can unravel a culinary suspense with Diane Mott Davidson’s favorite caterer. Try something a little more savory in Joanne Harris’ “Chocolate” or “Five Quarters of the Orange.” Or, if you’re on a New Year’s diet, go lighter with Mary Kay Andrews’ “Deep Dish.” For the true foodie-readers out there, enjoy one of Joanne Fluke’s mystery novels, and then test out one of the recipes that are included in each book. If you do, be sure to bring a sample by the library!--Joyce Doyle

What Are You Reading?

2010-12-21T16:21:00.000-08:00

If you let us know what the last three books you have read, we'll be happy to send you back a couple of suggestions for future reading. We're putting out this challenge to all of our blog and Facebook readers.

The Maine winters can be long and cold. Anyone who experienced a long, slow ride home last night can certainly appreciate the thought of a few good reads waiting for you at home. Snuggle up under a fleece blanket in a big easy chair in front of a warm fireplace or wood stove and catch up on some of your reading.

Send us an e-mail @ library@falmouth.lib.me.us and we'll reply within a few business days with a few suggestions.

What are you reading?

Book Lists

2010-12-09T09:38:00.000-08:00

Have you checked out the Book Lists, posted on the right side of our blog? The newest one is The Maine Writers Index, a searchable database of writers with a relationship to the State of Maine. The Maine connection includes, birth, residency, employment or works that are set in the State of Maine.

Although this database is now based on the Maine State Library's website, it was originally the creation of Molly Williams from the Waterboro Public Library. Thanks to Molly and the Maine State Library for this valuable tool!

e-Readers?

2010-12-09T09:28:00.000-08:00

E-readers like the Kindle and the Nook are all the talk in the library/publisher/book world. We've had many patrons asking us about them. Did you know that the Falmouth Memorial Library is part of the OverDrive consortium here in Maine? Not only can you download audiobooks, but now you can also download e-books. Come in the library on Friday, December 9th and we'll have a Sony e-reader display out! The Sony e-reader is one of several e-readers that is compatible with the OverDrive selection. And compatibility is an issue with e-books and e-readers. Not all e-books work on all e-readers due to digital rights management (DRM).

Our staff has also pulled together a notebook of information, including reviews of a variety of e-readers that we invite you to browse through.

New Books!

2010-11-16T08:52:00.000-08:00

Just one of a librarian’s duties here at FML includes opening the boxes of new books we receive about once a month. This is a great chance to handle them, flip through them, do a quick read of the fly leaf and back cover and just become more aware of what we have in the collection here at the library. It’s like opening presents at a birthday party!

And today we got one of those book orders in. What was in the boxes today? Too many titles to list them all here, but we do maintain a list of new fiction on our website . Interested in nonfiction... check here for our newest titles.

NoveList

2010-11-04T15:45:00.000-07:00

Novelist ,
That's all I am going to say. Check it out.

O.K., maybe a bit more, if you have questions, call us! 781-2351. This is a great tool for searching out books you'd like to read and didn't even know about.

You may search by author, title, series; even by describing a plot. This is a great tool if you can't remember a title or an author, but you remember the general plot of a book.

Maybe you have a favorite author, say, Robert Parker. You've read everything in the Jesse Stone series. If only there were more.... How about looking for a "read a like"? Another author who writes like Parker in this series; fast-paced, suspenseful with a tough guy main character? If you like the darker side of mystery and suspense, check out Lawrence Block, Raymond Chandler or Harlan Coben.

Novelist is just one of many databases available through Maine libraries. And just one of a few tools to help you find that next great read. Keep reading here as we add more resources.

New York Times Bestseller List--November 1, 2010

2010-11-03T12:52:00.000-07:00

Click here for the latest New York Times best sellers lists. Two new titles are at the top of the Fiction list this week: Worth Dying for by Lee Child and In the Company of Others by Jan Karon.

Check out our catalog to request or place a hold. If we don't have it on the shelf, we can get it, just ask!

We're Switching Over!

2010-10-01T05:48:00.001-07:00

What better time than the fall season to do a little cleaning and sprucing up? Effective today, the Falmouth Memorial Library blog is switching over to become a RA blog. RA? RA? What's RA you say? Readers Advisory in "librarianese" or it's all about reading!

Check here for read a like lists....you like John Grisham but have read everything he's written? Try David Baldacci or Lisa Scottoline. We'll be highlighting staff picks, what's hot and why.

Also, keep checking back as we explore the world of e-books. Is a story a story regardless of the medium? Why do some readers like to listen to audiobooks too?

We're hoping you all will join in the conversation here.

Come Discuss Current and Future Library Needs

2010-09-30T08:07:00.000-07:00

The Falmouth Memorial Library needs your input!

Please join us on Tuesday, October 5 from 10 am - 12 noon to discuss current and future Falmouth library services and space needs with nationally recognized Library Consultant Nolan Lushington.

RSVP

The Falmouth Memorial Library's 66th Annual Meeting

2010-09-16T11:31:00.000-07:00

Join the staff and Trustees of the Falmouth Memorial Library at our Annual Meeting this Monday, September 20th @ 7pm. All are welcome. Louise Capizzo, Children's Librarian will discuss her experiences as a member of the Newbery Award Committee.

See you all there!

Hello from the Falmouth Memorial Library

2010-08-06T13:33:00.000-07:00

Our library blog will be undergoing some changes over the next few weeks. Our staff is working on switching our daily/weekly news to a library Facebook page and our library blog will become a Readers Advisory Blog.

So, stay tuned for book reviews, links to books lists and author news! We also hope to have the ability to provide one to one readers advisory service through our blog.

Adult Summer Reading Program--Year Two

2010-07-08T10:41:00.000-07:00

"Make a Splash, Make a Difference" is this year's Adult Summer Reading Program theme. Don't leave the kids to have all the fun, join in with your library's Adult Summer Reading program. We have a fun mascot this summer, Splash the goldfish!

The program itself is easy. Read or listen to three books, fill out a entry form, drop it off at the library in the goldfish bowl. Once a week we will be drawing a name from the bowl for a great reading prize.

Check it out!

Librarian's Road Trip

2010-06-24T03:13:00.000-07:00

Good Morning from the bus to Boston! Your children's and reference librarians are on the road to the annual American Library Association Conference in Washington D.C. ! We hope to bring back lots of great ideas for programs and awesome customer service. Traveling with us is Suzan Nelson, the Falmouth High School librarian. Meeting us there will be Cathy Potter from the Falmouth Elementary Schools and Peggy Becksvoort from the Falmouth Middle School. We're a great big Falmouth librarian team!

Stay tuned for updates and photos of famous places and famous librarians!

From the Back of the Bus
Mrs. C. and Andi

Celebrate American History

2010-04-30T09:39:00.000-07:00

Help us celebrate American History and the upcoming 150th anniversary of the Civil War by checking out The Falmouth Memorial Library's newest blog, Uncounted Forces. This blog was created in preparation for the Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War.

Uncounted Forces , Maine Women of the Civil War was designed to specifically shed light on the role women played in the American Civil War. As we approach the Sesquicentennial of the War, we will be sharing resources and information about this topic.

Please check back often, as additional resources and information are added and updated.

Tomorrow--Free Resume Critique Workshop

2010-04-20T11:38:00.000-07:00

Elizabeth Schoch is coming back both this month and next to give you free one-on-one help with both your resume and cover letter! Beth will be available this Wednesday, April 21st 4pm to 6pm.

She will also be here on Saturday, May 15th 10am to noon.

April is....

2010-04-01T11:52:00.000-07:00

The Falmouth Memorial Library is busy this month! Our Annual Spring Book Sale is coming up soon! Come check out the great selection of books Saturday, April 10th 9:30am to 5pm and Sunday, April 11th, 1pm to 5pm. Sunday, April 11th 3pm to 5pm is our famous Buck-a-Bag! Please bring your own shopping sized bags to fill!

If you have any questions, please call the library @ 781-2351.

And...Shhhhh, The Friends of the Library will be hosting a sneak peak of the book sale on Friday, April 9th. The doors are open from 4pm to 6pm, the cost? Just be a current member of the Friends of the Library or a $5.00 donation will get you in the door.

Thank you to all who have donated! We greatly appreciate your support.

Beauty and the Books-- Final Day is Approaching!

2010-03-23T11:49:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to stop by FML and place your bids on the wonderful items in our Beauty and the Books Silent Auction. The auction is a fundraiser for the library. All items in this arts and craft auction were donated. Items include a fuzzy toy squirrel to paintings! It's a great event and the grand finale is this Thursday, March 25th, 5-7 pm in the library's Russell Room. All are welcome for final bidding and refreshments. Check out our webpage for more information.

We thank everyone who participates for your support of the Falmouth Memorial Library!

Put it on Your Calendar!

2010-03-12T12:58:00.000-08:00

Elizabeth Schoch is coming back both this month and next to give you free one-on-one help with both your resume and cover letter! Beth will be available on Thursday, March 18th 4pm to 6pm.

Then she will return on Wednesday, April 21st from 4pm to 6pm.

Please remember to bring a copy of your latest resume, your cover letter and any job ads/descriptions you are applying for.

Resume Critique -February 18th

2010-02-09T08:20:00.000-08:00

Professional writer, Elizabeth Schoch, will be back this month to provide free resume critiques. Bring in your current resume and cover letter! No appointment is needed, feel free to drop in on Thursday, February 18th at 4pm. Elizabeth is available until 6pm.

ATC's are Back!

2010-01-15T12:59:00.000-08:00

We offered a few Artist Trading Card workshops both this summer during our Summer Reading Program for adults and this winter during our Holiday Open House. Please join staffer Laura D. next Saturday, February 6th at 2pm for "Junk Drawer ATC's" No experience is needed. Drop-ins are welcome. Clean out a junk drawer and turn your junk into art. Older children are welcome if they bring along a responsible adult who participates in the workshop with them.
What should you bring? Beads, bangles, buttons, ribbons, stamps, photos, hardware or anything you find "artfully inspirational".

Need more information? Contact Laura D. @ 781-2351.

Free Resume Critique!

2010-01-11T09:33:00.000-08:00

Elizabeth Schoch, professional writer, will be in the Russell Room of the Falmouth Memorial Library, to review your current resume and cover letter! No appointment is needed, feel free to drop in on Thursday, January 14th at 4pm. Elizabeth is available until 6pm.

Winter Storm Closings...but my Library Books are Due!

2010-01-04T09:43:00.000-08:00

What happens when the library closes due to bad weather conditions? You can't get a book and what about those DVD's that are due on that day?

Not to worry, our staff "backdates" all returned items as if they were returned on the snow day. You won't accumulate fines for the days we are closed.

But what if you really needed to get something out to read? Well, have you checked out the great downloadable audio books? Just click on the "download audiobooks" icon on our home page! When you arrive at the Overdrive homepage, be sure to click on the "Quick Start Guide" for easy instructions.

How Hard is Your Resume Working for You?

2009-12-16T09:46:00.000-08:00

Come in for a free resume critique and find out! Elizabeth Schoch, a professional writer, marketer and published author, will be available at Falmouth Memorial Library from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22nd to review your job-hunting materials and offer constructive feedback and job-search tips. If you are planning to look for a job in the New Year--or if you've been looking for awhile but are having trouble getting interviews--now is the time to take advantage of this one-on-one consultation opportunity. Please bring your resume and cover letter and also the job description, if available. Your resume needs to sell your strengths--make sure yours is doing the job for you!

Holidays at the Library

2009-12-02T09:14:00.000-08:00

Please join us for several events this month. Saturday, December 5th, we are holding a special childrens book sale 1pm to 4pm in the library's Russell Room. Come support the library with your purchases of gently used children's books.

Then join us on Friday, December 11th 2pm to 4pm for the library's Annual Holiday Revels. There will be refreshments, Doc's Banjo Band will entertain, Kathie Harper and Mrs. C. will read some great holiday stories and Andi and Laura will teach you how to make your own Artist Trading Cards. And, don't forget, we'll have refreshments!

We're Branching Out...with Our Reading!

2009-10-27T11:38:00.000-07:00

It might not surprise some of our patrons, that the staff of Falmouth Memorial Library really enjoys reading. So, in an effort to better serve our patrons and to expand our own horizons, the staff has been participating in genre studies. So far, we've read mysteries, literary fiction, science fiction and romance. Next time you're in, ask us what we're reading. And check out our book displays. This week we're highlighting the genre possibilities!

What Do These Three Things Have in Common?

2009-10-27T11:29:00.000-07:00

They add up to our Annual Fall Clean Up Day! Grab your rakes and gloves and join us as we round up leaves and debris on Saturday, November 7th 9 am to noon. We provide the coffee and donut holes, you provide the muscle!

What's Coming Up? Help Us Clean Up!

2009-10-15T15:31:00.000-07:00

The leaves are falling, the cold air is closing in. It's time to clean up and get the library ready for the winter! Please join us on Saturday, November 7th 9am to 12pm for our Annual Fall Clean-Up.

We are looking for volunteers to rake, pick up wayward trash, prune...etc, etc, etc. Please bring a rake and your gloves. We will provide the coffee and donut holes!

Textile Day

2009-10-15T15:21:00.000-07:00

Please join us for Textile Day, this Saturdaym October 17th 1pm to 4pm. The event will start off @ 1pm with the first of two free workshops, Blending Two Colors to Make Three with Rachel Bingham of Portland Fiber Gallery and Weaving Studio.

The second workshop is led by Carolyn Turcio-Gilman of Four Seasons Quilters. This workshop is Painting the World: Selecting Colors for Your Next Project

After the workshops, join our many volunteers who will be demonstrating various textile art and craft. Ever wanted to try lacemaking? Knitting? Quilting? Maybe a little weaving or spinning? Please join us for some fun!

Questions? Please contact Mrs. C or Andi at 781-2351.

Annual Fall Book Sale

2009-10-02T12:08:00.000-07:00

The library's Annual Fall Book Sale is coming right up next week. We have many, many, many books. If you're interested in getting the pick of the bunch, show up Friday, October 9th 4-6pm. This is the Friends of the Falmouth Memorial Library Sneak Peek event. The event is free to all current Friends, all others can enter with a $5.00 donation.
The book sale continues all weekend, Saturday, Oct. 10th 9:30am to 5pm and Sunday, Oct. 11th 1pm to 5pm. On Sunday, Oct. 10th 3pm to 5pm join us for our famous buck a bag close-out. Please bring your own bag(s). Everyone is in for some great bargains!

Join us for Maine Snapshot Day!

2009-09-30T06:56:00.000-07:00

Today, September 30th, is Maine Snapshot day. The Maine State Library has invited all libraries in Maine to participate. We are not only gathering daily statistics on library use, but also asking our Falmouth Memorial Library patrons to share their comments and stories about our library. Stop in and visit us today!

Falmouth Memorial Library's Annual Meeting Invitation

2009-09-11T07:58:00.000-07:00

Our Annual Meeting is this coming Monday, September 14th @ 7pm in the library's Russell Room.
Please join us as we celebrate another year with staff, volunteers, Trustees and patrons! There will be delightful desserts and interesting information provided at no charge. The FML staff will be doing a presentation on reader's advisory. Don't know what that is? Come to the meeting and find out, we look forward to talking about some interesting books and some secrets on finding more to read.

Our director, Lyn Sudlow, will also be presenting highlights of the past year. Library Trustees will get us all up to speed on what they've been doing as well this past year.

It's Back! It's Back!

2009-08-31T11:51:00.000-07:00

Yes, the staff at FML is jumping with joy! The interlibrary loan request service is back up and running again as of this afternoon. We've heard from a lot of our patrons while this wonderful service was down. Believe me, we've missed it as much as you all have.

So, that list of books you've been waiting to request? Go to our catalog, start choosing your titles and hit that request button!

It's Over

2009-08-21T09:33:00.000-07:00

That's it folks, until next year. The Summer Reading programs at the Falmouth Memorial Library have ended. The adult program was fun, low key and we hope to continue it next summer. We'd love to have your feedback and ideas whether you participated or not.

The children's Be Creative @ Your Library was a huge success! Mrs. C reports there were over 600 children registered and over 300 children completed the program! Hat's off to all those who participated. The end of the program ice cream party was a big hit, as well as the puppet show.

Thank you to everyone who helped our staff during these summer programs. The final "goodbye" will be when the quilt is raffled off at our Annual Meeting on Monday, September 14th. Raffle tickets are available for sale at the circulation desk.

Hey, Where's the Request Button?

2009-07-22T07:54:00.001-07:00

Many of our patrons have noticed a change in our online requesting service. There's no Request Button!
Falmouth Memorial Library participates in the state-wide delivery service which has been temporarily stopped due to loss of service. Please refer to the Portland Press Herald's front page story from Friday, July 17th's issue for additional information.

We all miss this great service and appreciate everyone's understanding while the staff @ FML deals with this issue.

The staff can still place holds on items owned by Falmouth Memorial Library for our patrons, please call us at 781-2351 or e-mail @ library@falmouth.lib.me.us!

Did You Miss Library Sundae?

2009-07-21T11:35:00.000-07:00

Library Sundae was a fun event, the sun was shining and the breezes were gentle! Remember to check out our library event calendar and you won't miss another event.

Summer Reading

2009-06-22T09:39:00.000-07:00

Today is the kick-off for the Falmouth Memorial Library's Summer Reading program! The library was packed this morning with families signing up for the Childrens' Summer Reading program! Don't forget, all participants who want to attend the Magic Show tomorrow, June 23rd, you need to bring in your reading log. The Magic Show is open to children participating in the Summer Reading Program.

Adults, you don't need to be left out. We have a Summer Reading Program for you as well. You don't need to sign up, but if you want to be eligible for the weekly prize drawing, drop your reading list into the beehive near the circulation desk. Celebrate Creativity this summer at Falmouth Memorial Library.

"Be Creative" Programming

2009-06-22T09:34:00.000-07:00

Did you miss Beekeeping with Erin MacGregor-Forbes? We hope to have her back to discuss the ins and outs of beekeeping.

Magazine Swap

2009-06-19T11:01:00.000-07:00

Do you have a collection of current magazines at home? Are they stacking up after you read them? Looking for a new home for them? Bring them to the library's Magazine Swap Room where others can share them. The Magazine Swap room is located off from the Audio Room. Used, current magazines can have their lives extended here at Falmouth Memorial Library!

Civics Test

2009-05-07T11:39:00.001-07:00

I just received a box of Civics Flash Cards from U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services. How do you think you'd do trying to pass a Civics test?

Try answering these few questions (pulled from random)

1. What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?

2. We may elect a President for how many years?

3. What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?

Think you've got the answers? Post them here!

Newbery Award Committee

2009-05-01T12:37:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to our Mrs. C, FML's own Children' s librarian! She just received notification this afternoon that she's been elected to the 2011 Newbery Award Committee. (note the telephone message in her hand).

We're all so proud of her!!!

Falmouth Memorial Library's FEF Spelling Bee Team

2009-05-01T12:30:00.000-07:00

The Falmouth Memorial Library's team entry into FEF's Annual Spelling Bee are from left to right:

Dave Billings, FML Staff member
Alison Bishop, FML Trustee (with children!)
and Jeannie Madden, FML Staff member.

Be sure to go to the FEF Spelling Bee on Thursday evening, June 4th in the Falmouth High School theatre and cheer us on!

On the Move!

2009-04-16T13:16:00.001-07:00

O.k, we're not really going anywhere, but we've moved around the work stations at our Circulation Desk. Increased usage of the library has created the need for additional work stations. Now you can check out at two computer stations and returns have moved down the desk to the end. Check out the picture above . The computer under the Returns sign is now another check out station and where access to the public computers is given out. Please be patient while we get our signs moved around! We have posted smaller printed signs to help us all. Please visit us soon!

April is National Poetry Month

2009-04-16T13:03:00.000-07:00

Poetry Book Display
LunchFriends with
Annie Finch

We had poet, Annie Finch visit the Lunchbox Friends event on Tuesday, April 14th. The Lunchbox Friends and Annie wrote a Community Poem after we ate our lunch and read some of our favorite poems. Check out the finished poem "Falmouth" here

It's Time for our Annual Spring Clean Up

2009-04-16T12:59:00.000-07:00

Please join us on Saturday, April 25th 9am to noon as we clean up the gardens and lawn around the library. We'll bring the coffee, juice and donut holes if you bring your rakes and gloves! It's a great way to spend the morning with your family and library staff. We need to sweep the walkways, rake up the lawn and prune some plants.

We hope you'll join us.

New!!! Audiobook Downloadables @FML

2009-04-03T08:11:00.000-07:00

Have you checked out the new audiobook downloadables now available? All you need is a computer, access to the Internet and a Falmouth Memorial Library card. What could be easier? There is a wide variety of selections, including some for using Apple products, such as the iPod.

The Maine InfoNet Download Library is supported by its member libraries. Explore the growing collection.

You can access the website for downloading from FML's homepage. I would suggest you check out the online tutorial and then the Quick Start Guide. The directions from Overdrive are great and easy. Questions? Ask the staff at the library 781-2351.

This Weekend -- Spring Book Sale!

2009-04-03T07:45:00.000-07:00

Join us for our annual Spring Book Sale. There is a sneak peak this evening 4pm to 6pm. This event is free to current Friends of the Falmouth Memorial Library group and costs $5.00 to others.

Tomorrow, Saturday, April 4th the book sale will be open in our Russell Room 9:30am to 5pm. The last two hours on Saturday (3pm to 5pm) are the great A Buck A Bag sale! Bring your own grocery bags and fill them up. I've checked out the selection and there are some really nice books in good shape and tons of paperbacks for .50 cents each.

Beauty and the Books

2009-03-09T07:56:00.001-07:00

Visit the library up until March 26th to view all the great donations to this year's Beauty and the Books! There are some very talented artists and craftsmen in the area who have donated their work for the benefit of the Falmouth Memorial Library. And this year, Beauty and the Books is celebrated further with this beautiful fabric banner created by Marsha Clark. Come visit the library in March to put in your bids!

Great Books Discussion Group

2009-02-27T12:07:00.000-08:00

Are you interested in joining a Great Books Discussion Group? Not sure what the Great Books program is? Check out this link to Great Books Foundation. If you're interested in joining us, please contact Andi Jackson-Darling@ library@falmouth.lib.me.us.

Weather Results

2009-02-27T12:03:00.000-08:00

Check out the circulation desk! We were without power after the last storm from sometime Sunday, February 22nd to 2:45pm on Tuesday, February 24th. It took us a while to catch up. Thank you to all our great volunteers and staff who helped us out.

Comments Please!

2009-02-09T17:39:00.000-08:00

Are you interested in responding to any of the posts on this blog? It's easy to do. Just click on the "Comments" link under the post you wish to respond to. This link should be to the bottom right at the end of each article. When you click on the link, you will be taken to a page that allows you type in your question or comment. Next, you need to select an identity. The final step involves copying in letters into a box and clicking the publish button.

If you have any questions or have trouble leaving comments, please contact us at library@falmouth.lib.me.us

What's on Display?

2009-02-09T09:37:00.000-08:00

Have you checked out the displays that staff has set up across from the circulation desk? This week we're featuring "I Didn't Know the Library had That!" with books pulled from our adult nonfiction collection. Some of the titles in this display include; "The Paradox of Choice" by Barry Schwartz, "Good Books Lately" by Ellen Moore and Kira Stevens and "Communicating in Sign, Creative Ways to Learn American Sign Language".

Another display just went up this morning is "Live the Legacy" in honor of the bicentennial celebration of Lincoln's birth, February 12, 1809. Several of the books on display include; "Did Lincoln Own Slaves?" by Gerald J. Prokopowicz, "1863, The Rebirth of a Nation" by Joseph E. Stevens and "Abraham Lincoln, The Prairie Years and the War Years" by Carl Sandberg.

We're closed today--January 28, 2009

2009-01-28T04:11:00.000-08:00

Today, January 28th, the library will be closed all day due to the storm. All items due today, but returned tomorrow will have all late fees waived for today.

Library Use Value Calculator

2009-01-15T11:57:00.000-08:00

There is a great calculator available to anyone via the Maine State Library website:
http://www.state.me.us/msl/services/calculator.htm. I thought it would be interesting to find out what my own use of the Falmouth Memorial Library would be for a typical two-week period. My total savings is based on the following usage:

Five Books from our library shelves
Five books via Interlibrary Loan
4 movies
2 magazines
1 audiobook

Total saved: $410.00

The explanation for how the values were calculated can be found at:
http://www.state.me.us/msl/services/calexplantion.htm

Granted, I don't usually purchase DVDs, but even the cost of renting them is at least $1.00 per movie.

Check out the value of our library to you and let us know what you think!

What's an ATC?

2008-12-04T12:28:00.000-08:00

Come find out at the Friends of Falmouth Memorial Library's annual Holiday Open House. This year's Open House takes place throughout the library on Friday, December 12th 3pm to 5pm. There will be goodies to eat in the Russell Room, traveling music, stories to hear and crafts to complete!

And this year's Holiday Open House is where you can create your very own ATC...or Artist Trading Cards. We have the supplies, bring your creativity. Questions? Check out these links for more information and stop by on Friday, December 12th, 3pm to 5pm! See you there.

Artist Trading Card Links:

Robinsunne ATC

Rockport Public Library's ATC program

Textile Day

2008-10-09T09:46:00.000-07:00

Please join us on Saturday, October 18th 1pm to 4pm for the 7th Annual Textile Day! This year we've expanded our offerings due to a generous grant the library received from the Friends of Maine Libraries. Local textile artist, Bonnie Taylor, will be discussing Color and Texture from 1pm to 2pm. Preregistration is strongly encouraged, please call 781-2351 or drop by to be added to the list. There will be demonstrations and hands-on activities from 2pm to 4pm. These activities are child-friendly, including fabric painting, felting, embroidery, lace making and knitting. This year we will also offer beginners kits for $5.00 for knitting, cross-stitch and felting. Please join us for the afternoon or stop by just to check us out! We look forward to seeing you there on Saturday, October 18th.

September is National Library Card Sign Up Month

2008-09-08T13:28:00.001-07:00

Do you have your library card in your wallet or on your keychain? If not, stop in and check us out! It only takes a few minutes to fill out a library card application and it's free to all Falmouth residents. You'll have access to books, movies, audiobooks, magazines and so much more. So come check us out we have a lot to offer!

Titles for the Upcoming Year

2008-08-13T12:44:00.000-07:00

Today we closed out the summer portion of our reading group and we finished picking the titles for the upcoming 2008/09 year.

September 10, 2008 "Eat Pray Love" Elizabeth Gilbert
October 8, 2008 "Kabul Beauty School" by Deborah Rodriquez
November 12, 2008 "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin
December 10, 2008 "Reading Lolita in Tehran" by Azar Nafisi
January 14, 2009 "Conspiracy of Paper" by David Liss
February 11, 2009 " One Thousand White Women: the Journals of May Dodd" by Jim
Ferguson
March 11, 2009 "Breakfast with Buddha" by Roland Merullo
April 8, 2009 Our Annual Poetry Reading. Bring your chosen poem to the March 11th
meeting for distribution to other group members.
May 13, 2009 "Animal Dreams" by Barbara Kingsolver
June 10, 2009 "The Stolen Child" by Keith Donohue

Please join us at 2pm on any or all of the above meeting dates!

100th Anniversary of the publication of "Anne of Green Gables"

2008-06-12T10:26:00.001-07:00

This year is the 100th Anniversary of the publication of the book "Anne of Green Gables" by L.M. Montgomery. Come help us celebrate on Saturday, June 28th when the Falmouth Memorial Library hosts an "Anne of Green Gables" tea at 1pm. Join us for tea, cake and discussion of the life and writings of L.M. Montgomery. All ages are welcome.

Falmouth Memorial Library in the Memorial Day Parade

2008-05-29T12:25:00.000-07:00

Staff members of the Falmouth Memorial Library participated in the Falmouth Memorial Day Parade on May 26, and well they should! The Library is a memorial to all veterans and had its origins in the Falmouth Salvage Committee of World War II. Community members collected metal, rubber, rope, etc. to be recycled for war time use. Just as the Friends of the Library now raise money from sorting bottles, the Salvage Committee received money for what they collected, too. That money went to create the Falmouth Memorial Library. We spotlighted recycling then and now in the parade. Rosie the Riveter (Matilda) joined us with our recycling carts.

Spring Clean Up

2008-04-24T07:08:00.001-07:00

Saturday, May 10th is our annual Spring Clean Up Day! Please come join us from 9:30 to noon. We need help cleaning up our yard, including sweeping and raking up winter's debris. We'd love to see as many families as possible this year. And remember, it's a great spring workout!

Today is National Poem in Your Pocket Day!

2008-04-17T08:40:00.000-07:00

Today, Thursday, April 17th is National Poem in Your Pocket Day. Come check out our bulletin board in the Audio Room and grab a poem for your pocket. National Poem in Your Pocket Day is just part of April's National Poetry Month. The idea behind today is to carry your favorite poem in your pocket and share it with friends and family!

Spring is coming! (We hope)

2008-03-25T09:00:00.000-07:00

April is almost here and the Falmouth Library is planning a number of programs to celebrate. April 4 @ 7 pm we will be hearing the Green Team Report about the Falmouth family that won a complete energy makeover for their house. On April 8, poet Ken Nye will be here at noon for LunchBox Friends to read from his latest poetry book "From the Heart" and our spring Book Sale will take place April 12 from 9:30 am to 5 pm with a sneak preview on Friday from 4 - 6 pm ($5 donation requested). Give us a call if you can help set up on April 10 (781-2351). April 22 @ 2 we will be showing the film "The Story of Stuff" and discussing its implications to our life styles. I hope you can join us for any or all of these programs.
--Lyn

What's Happening in March?

2008-02-29T07:21:00.001-08:00

What's happening in March at the Falmouth Memorial Library? One of our many programs and events starts Monday, March 3rd, the second annual Beauty and the Books. This is a silent auction that was great fun. Come by on Monday and check out all the great arts and crafts donated by local artists. I've got my eye on a certain pink sweater....what will you find? And the best part, all proceeds benefit the Falmouth Memorial Library. Thank you to all the contributors as well as our hardworking volunteers who put together a great event.

Leap Day

2008-02-29T07:03:00.000-08:00

Happy “Leap Day”! Did you ever wonder the reasoning behind leap years? Check out the Marvel Databases http://libraries.maine.edu/mainedatabases/ and click on the link for Britannica Online Public Library Edition and type in Leap Year in the search box. You’ll be presented with articles from Britannica’s online edition of their encyclopedia. You can find out that a leap year is a year containing one extra day in February, like today, February 29th. But wait, there’s more! The articles provide links to explain terms more fully, like year or Gregorian calendar. Check it out!

March is time for Beauty and the Books

2008-02-07T13:33:00.000-08:00

It's almost time for our second annual Beauty and the Books! We are looking for people who paint, photograph, sculpt, knit, quilt, weave or have another talent/item they'd like to donate to our silent auction of art and crafts to benefit the Falmouth Memorial Library. Pick up an informational packet at the Library or download the application pdf file here: http://www.falmouth.lib.me.us/support.html

The Reading Writing Connection

2008-01-16T09:49:00.000-08:00

Have you always wanted to write, say your life story. Perhaps a poem or two? How about writing book reviews? The staff @ Falmouth Memorial Library is really excited about connecting "want to be writers" with experts in the field of writing with our winter writing series, The Reading Writing Connection.

USM professor, Jane DiMillo, will start our writing series with three Wednesday evening sessions in memoir writing. "Memoir Writing - Everyone has a Story" will take place on Feb. 6th, Feb. 13th and Feb 27th from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Pre-resigration is required, space is very limited. Please contact Andi @ the library to sign up!

William Bushnell, a professional book reviewer, will talk about the art of book reviewing on Saturday, February 23rd, 1:00pm to 2:30 pm.

Registration is suggested. Please contact Andi @ 781-2351 for information.
And in April, our very own James Rathbun will be leading a creative writing workshop especially for young adults (ages 11-15). These sessions will be held on three Saturdays, April 5, 19th and 26th, 11 am to 1 pm. Pre-registration is required, please contact James @ 781-2351.

LED Lights @ the library!

2007-12-13T08:30:00.000-08:00

Our library is always looking for ways to reduce our energy consumption. This year, we've reduced the number of holiday lights and replaced our old lights with new LED lights which consume only 10% of the electricity normal holiday lights use. Come in and check them out!

"The Trouble with CDs & DVDs"

2007-12-07T12:52:00.000-08:00

The audiovisual items in our library get a lot of use and they show it! CDs, both music and books on CD are a wonderful resource, but they are so easily damaged the staff here @ FML spend a great deal of time cleaning off fingerprints and repairing scratches. Check out the article by our Director, Lynda Sudlow, in the December 4, 2007 issue of The Notes. We're looking for help from our patrons to keep the FML audiovisual materials in great shape so everyone who would like to, gets the same chance to listen or watch.

Some hints to great care:
Keep the A/V items stored in their container when not being used.
Handle the items by the edges to prevent leaving fingerprints
Don't store them in your automobile, they are sensitive to temperature

Lastly, let us know if there are specific titles you'd like to watch or listen to. We are also open to suggestions for additions to the collection.