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Rockport Public Library
1 Limerock Street
P.O. Box 8
Rockport, ME 04856
207-236-3642
rpl@rockport.lib.me.us
HOURS
Mon - Sat: 9:30 to 5:30
Except Wed: 11:00 to 8:00
Sun: CLOSED
SOCIAL MEDIA
NEWS
5K RACE RESULTS
The Friends of the Rockport Public Library’s Donut Dash 5K Family Fun Run/Walk was held at 8:00 am on Saturday, June 14. For a third year in a row, the event took place in cool and misty weather — conditions that participants claimed were “perfect for running.” The race was run by 214 people, with a few dogs and babies in strollers mixed in.
The overall male and female winners of the race were Sam Tooley (age 17), with a time of 16:57 and Isabella Anderson (age 18), with a time of 20:14. CLICK HERE to view all of the race results (can be sorted by category).
The event was part of the Town of Rockport’s 3rd Annual Donut Festival. The Rockport Public Library would like to thank Eighty 8 Donuts, Ruckus Donuts, The Holy Donut, The Only Donut, Olde Time Donuts, the Town of Rockport employees for all of their hard work. Proceeds raised from the race directly support the library.
ADULT PROGRAM
FOODIE EVENT! Turning the Tables on Green Crabs
June 25, at 6:00 p.m.
Part-time commercial fisherman John Painter will discuss how the New England fishing industry is developing innovative strategies for addressing climate-change-related challenges — specifically, the proliferation of the invasive green crab. SOMETIMES THE BEST SOLUTION IS TO EAT THE PROBLEM!
Painter’s talk will be about green crabs; how they got here; what they’re doing here; and why it matters. It’s also a rare opportunity to learn about how the public can pragmatically address global warming while sitting at the dinner table. Samples of food created using green crab will be available for tasting.
Seating will be limited to 40 for this event. Please call the Rockport Library at 207-236-3642 to reserve a spot.
FAMILY PROGRAM
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!
July 15, at 1:00 p.m.
This year’s theme is inspired by a quote attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, “Be silly. Be honest. Be Kind.” Visit fun activity stations and enjoy creative food creations with guest chef, Carol Pock. Stephanie will provide the Summer Reading Challenge activity sheets and explain how to win prizes, and enter for your chance to win a grand prize!
Space is limited. Call 236-3642 to register.
Your Rockport Library card grants you access to a vast online library of ebooks and audiobooks to enjoy on the web, a tablet, or your mobile device. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Your Rockport Library card also grants you access to thousands of critically acclaimed and award-winning films, socumentaries, and TV series on the Kanopy streaming platform. Families can also enjoy unlimited content on Kanopy Kids. CLICK HERE to get started.
Start searching billions of records and discover your family's story. CLICK HERE for access. (This resource can only be accessed while using a computer inside the library.)
Explore a hub of online resources that includes databases and full text articles from magazines, newspapers, journals and reference. CLICK HERE to dive in.
The Friends of the Rockport Public Library introduces library lovers to each other while building connections throughout our community. Hosting meetings, events, and book sales, the organization supports the library on several levels. In past years, we have helped purchase library materials; supported the annual butterfly gardens; provided new book stacks and exterior railings; and funded programs that serve everyone using the library. CLICK HERE to learn more about volunteer and membership opportuntities.
The Foundation is an IRS 501.c3 not-for-profit organization formed in 2018 by a small group of dedicated Rockport residents to raise the required funding for the new Rockport Public Library. While we successfully raised the initial funding for the building and furnishings, we’ve now set our sights on developing a world-class speaker series. CLICK HERE to learn more.
