Portland Library ME

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Established in 1867, the Portland Public Library is Maines oldest and largest public library system with a Main Library and three branches. (207)871-1700

Portland, Maine
Joined August 2010

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  1. Jan 4

    Happy ! Today's cover comes from our archives to celebrate our new exhibit 2018 Photos of the Year Gallery Opening which opens tonight, Friday, January 4. In 2018 staff photojournalists found many of their greatest photos in our own backyard.

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  2. Jan 3

    Another snowy, slick morning out there today, Thursday, January 3rd. Our PPL staff is cleaning and salting our entrance in time for our 10:00 AM opening! Please use caution while crossing the street as crews work to clear the Square.❄️🧹

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  3. Jan 2

    By the end of the day today, January 2, Maine will have a new governor. will be sworn into office as the State's 75th Governor at the . We were thrilled to welcome Janet at PPL's December holiday party to mingle with our staff and guests!

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  4. 28 Dec 2018

    Happy Friday! In celebration of a New Year ahead, we call today's work, "New Year's Resolutions". Will you be making any this year?🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️🥦🥬

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  5. 22 Dec 2018

    Today, Saturday, December 22, is the last day to view Home: Reflections On Place! More: …/home-reflections-on-place/ Reminder, all PPL locations will be closed all day 12/24 & 12/25 for the Christmas Holiday. We will re-open with regular hours on 12/26.

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  6. 21 Dec 2018
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  7. 21 Dec 2018

    For many, the winter solstice begins a season of storytelling and ceremony. Here, native friends share traditions they’ve heard about the winter solstice via

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  8. 21 Dec 2018

    Happy ! In "Miss D & Me: Life With The Invincible ( ), the legendary actress's personal assistant recounts their time together, discussing the renaissance of Davis's career in her later years & the public betrayal that nearly killed her.

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  9. 20 Dec 2018

    ✨🎉The 2019 Reading Challenge is here!🎉✨ Full details and a fresh list are just a click away. Happy reading to all! Learn more:

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  10. 20 Dec 2018

    TODAY! 12/20 Experiencing live music in our Lewis Gallery is the perfect lunchtime break during this time of year. Join us for a performance by the Portland String Quartet. This season’s highlights include 10 Sonatas for Violin and Piano by Beethoven.

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  11. 18 Dec 2018

    "We are pleased to be offering the 2nd annual PPL Reading Challenge in 2019! This is a year-long opportunity for readers to push themselves to explore new topics, formats, authors, & genres ..." -Sarah, MLIS PPL Literature & Language Librarian Learn More:

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  12. 18 Dec 2018

    This beautiful exhibit closes on 12/22. Home: Reflections On Place is an art exhibit of work by immigrants to Maine who have been asked to reflect on the idea of “home” as individuals who have left one home and come to another. …/home-reflections-on-place/

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  13. 17 Dec 2018

    Book of the Week: How Long ‘til Black Future Month? Stories by “Now I am bolder, and angrier, and more joyful; none of these things contradict each other. Now I am the writer that short stories made me. So come on. There’s the future over there. Let’s all go.”

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  14. 17 Dec 2018

    UPDATE: THE VOUCHERS HAVE BEEN CLAIMED! Thank you,

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  15. 17 Dec 2018

    Guess who just dropped two ticket vouchers to the Victorian Nutcracker? The first person to stop by the Sam L. Cohen Children’s Library, located at the Main Library, today, December 17, (we open at 10am!) and say ‘VicNut2018’ receives the tickets! Thank you !

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  16. 12 Dec 2018

    Just in time ...our beautiful Artist Bookmarks are back for the holidays! Get a set or two before they are gone. Available at the City of Readers Bookstore located at the Main Library, our Peaks Island Branch, and online:. Shop your favorites:

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  17. 11 Dec 2018

    4 PPL Gift Ideas to Celebrate Giving 🎁🎁🎁 Shopping local is a meaningful way to support and engage in your community. This year, we hope you will add PPL to your list of places to find something unexpected. Shop PPL:

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  18. 10 Dec 2018

    Book of the Week: Climate Justice by Mary Robinson You may have already tuned in to , a new podcast on women & climate justice from Irish comedian ...but there’s an uplifting, heartening book about climate change, too! Read more:

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  19. 8 Dec 2018

    TODAY, 12/8: Warm up w/movement, melodies, & , today's performer in The Kids Are Alright: Children’s Concerts at PPL! She'll perform folk, indie, & electronic styles. Her songs are known for dense vocal harmonies & soaring melodies.

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  20. 7 Dec 2018

    TONIGHT, meet : Rapper, Performance Artist, Mentor Join us for a multicultural evening of performances by immigrant artists. Stop by the PPL's Atrium for a few performances or to stay for the entire show. Learn more about the performers:

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