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The Portland Public Library hosts a variety of free public programs, such as book talks, lectures, educational classes, workshops and book sales throughout the year. To see what's happening this month or call our Event Line at 207-871-1710 or 871-1700 ext. 758.  Most of our  public programs are made possible through the generosity of corporate and foundation sponsorships.

We send out weekly e-mails with a list of programs and events for the week.  If you would like to be added to our e-mail distribution list, click HERE and send us an e-mail with your request!  

Questions about our programs or events, send us an e-mail!  

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UPCOMING MONTHLY PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS

Brown Bag Lecture Series
The Brown Bag Lecture Series features best-selling authors and prominent people from Maine and New England as guest speakers and performers. Bring your lunch and enjoy. Coffee, tea, and light refreshments are provided. All programs are free and open to the public, and are fully accessible to people with disabilities. Books will be available for purchase and signing at most programs, with a portion of the proceeds designated for the Library's annual fund for new books and materials. During the renovation at the Main Library at 5 Monument Square, most programs are scheduled on Wednesdays from noon - 1:00 p.m. at the Community Television Network (CTN) located at  516 Congress Street, just a few blocks from the Library.  All programs are FREE and open to the public. Click HERE for more information.

Page to Stage 
Page to Stage is a thought-provoking series of sneak previews designed to augment Portland Stage Company's mainstage season.  Join the Portland Stage Company staff and special guests as they lead stimulating interactive discussions revealing social, cultural and historical information about each play to help enhance the theater experience.  During the renovation at the Main Library at 5 Monument Square, most programs are scheduled to take place in Room 419 on Level 4 of the Main Library.  All programs are FREE and open to the public. 

Lewis Gallery Exhibits   
The Portland Public Library's Lewis Gallery is closed until the renovation of the Main Library is completed in 2010.  The Gallery is proud to provide gallery space in the Main Library to local artists and community groups. The Lewis Gallery hosts monthly exhibits of artists from Maine and New England. Drawings, paintings, photography, tapestries, weavings, book arts, and sculpture are among the media shown in recent months. The Gallery is located in the lower level of the Portland Public Library at 5 Monument Square. Gallery hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10 to 7, Friday, 10 to 6, and Saturday, 10 to 5.  Applications for exhibiting in the Library are available from the Development and Programming Office (207) 871-1700 x758.

Third Saturdays Book Group  
Join us to talk about books at the "Third Saturdays Book Group" - Portland Public Library's Saturday afternoon book discussions.  These casual monthly gatherings feature a brief talk by a guest or a member of the group followed by an engaging conversation about the book. During the renovation at the Main Library at 5 Monument Square, this program will take place at the Community Television Network (CTN) located at  516 Congress Street, just a few blocks from the Library.   

Free Computer Classes  
The Portland Public Library offers computer classes free of charge to all Library users.  Classes range from e-mail account management to Internet searching and use of word processing programs.  Ask for a registration form at the Reference/Information Desk or call the Main Library at 871-1725.

Wisdom at Work
Amy Wood's personal and professional development workshops have been moved to the Kennebunk Free Library while we undergo renovations.  To learn more about Lifewise at Lunch, her 2009 series, click here to read a recent article in the York County Coast Star (seacoastonline.com/articles/20090409-LIFE-904090359) and click here (amywoodpsyd.com) to go to Amy's website and check out her calendar or call her at 207-772-7542.

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