Science & Technology
Science & Technology
The Library offers many tools for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) literacy for all ages. Portland Public Library strives to engage the community with a fascination for science, the wonders of the natural world, and the possibilities of technology. Through explorations of all kinds – information services, hands-on learning, digital experiences, and public programming – the Science & Technology team aims to stimulate understanding, exploration, and creativity with the sciences and present the fun, the useful, and the very interesting.
For more information on our Science & Technology resources and events, please read below.
In collaboration with Wild Seed Project Portland Public Library is working to build biodiversity at the Burbank Branch with a Community Seed Garden!
Learn More »Along with the City of Portland and its partners, Portland Public Library is working to reduce its carbon footprint and find sustainable solutions for our facilities and our community. Find information about PPL’s solar array and local renewable energy resources.
Learn More »One-on-one Technology Tutoring sessions are for all levels of computer users and offer a chance to sit down with a staff member for 30 minutes of free technology assistance. Laptops are available for use and the sessions take place in a quiet area of the library. Advance registration is required.
Learn More »Portland Public Library’s 3D printing service is officially reinstated! Please read the guidelines to learn how to submit your file via email for printing. No experience with 3D printing is required — you can select a test print or have a staff member help you select a design from one of the many free libraries of 3D designs on the web. Please note that we do not ship and all items must be picked up at our downtown location, 5 Monument Square Portland, ME 04101.
Learn More »PPL offers three DiscoverME Adventure Backpacks, filled with all you need to explore your interest in birding, stargazing, or hiking. And now, PPL offers two handheld GPS devices so you’ll never lost your way!
Learn More »The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program that provides a temporary discount on monthly broadband bills for qualifying low-income households. Click this highlight to learn how to enroll.
Learn More »Are you looking to improve your computer skills? Check out this highlight to learn about some useful resources that will help you do so!
Learn More »Greet the summer with an eye for exploring the world– check out one of the five Family Science Backpacks. Available to borrow for one week, see the staff at the Children’s Desk in the Downtown Library or the Riverton Lending Desk for more information!
Learn More »Portland’s Sustainability Series is co-hosted by the Portland Public Library and Momentum Conservation (formerly Southern Maine Conservation Collaborative). These are conversations on Maine’s changing climate and sustainability. Sustainability is the endurance of systems and processes through time. The Portland Sustainability Series presents a diversity of speakers to share different aspects of the work moving Maine to greater endurance and sustainability. Please join us as we engage in these important issues and conversations!
Learn More »Up Next at the Library:
Rines Auditorium
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