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Book Talk and Oyster Tasting
The Loose Ladies Book Group is once again sponsoring a fabulous book talk with author Virginia Shaffer, who wrote The Oyster Society: Adventures with the . . . read more »
Howard Solomon Art Auction to Benefit the Library
The Merrymeeting Arts Center and the Bowdoinham Public Library are pleased to announce that renowned local artist Howard Solomon has generously donated a collection of original . . . read more »
Intro to Beekeeping
On June 8, 2026, retired entomology professor Frank Drummond treated us to an introductory class on beekeeping. Frank brought one of his many active hives . . . read more »
Book Talk & Signing – When a Loved One is Dying
Join the author, Maureen Groden, RN, for an intimate reading and conversation centered on When a Loved One Is Dying: Conversations about Care, Connections, and . . . read more »
Puzzle Race Returns!
We couldn’t wait a whole year before hosting another race, so here it is! We got lots of positive feedback after our first puzzle race. You . . . read more »
Benefit Raffle: October Getaway weekend in Phippsburg
We welcome you to take a chance to win an October weekend at this beautiful cottage at the tip of the Phippsburg peninsula. Thanks to . . . read more »
Summer Reading program has begun!
Pick up your 2025 reading log anytime the library is open to begin reading for prizes! No cost to participate. This year we have added . . . read more »
Luke MacFayden 2025 Edible Book Festival
The Luke MacFayden Edible Book Festival 2025 was once again a treat for both the eyes AND the stomach! Combining our community’s love of books . . . read more »
Off to the (Puzzle) Races!
Bowdoinham Library’s first-ever Puzzle Race, held on Saturday, March 15, was a huge success! Not only did we fill all of our team registration slots, . . . read more »