Catch up with the Jesup!

November 7, 2025

News

Music & Conversation Returns

This winter is the second year of the Jesup’s Music & Conversation series, which brings world-class musicians to the library for intimate concerts and conversations on music history, scholarship, and performance. Thanks to the support of anonymous donor, these concerts are free to attend! For seating purposes, your advance registration is appreciated.

On Friday, November 28th at 5:30pm, this year’s series begins with a performance by pianist Antonio Galera, who will present works by Enrique Granados, Franz Liszt and Modest Mussorgsky, among others. Galera is highly active in chamber music, serving for several years as artist-in-residence at the Bar Harbor Music Festival, where he became an admirer of the Acadia region. His second solo project, Cordes, is set to be released in early 2026. Click here to register for Music & Conversation with Antonio Galera.

On Friday, December 12th at 5:30pm, Molly Gebrian (viola) and Danny Holt (piano) will return for a dynamic performance and lecture on lesser-known classical composers.

Their recent album, Trailblazers, features Gebrian’s transcriptions of rarely heard cello sonatas by three female composers from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The duo’s current program begins with the standout piece from that album: an intensely dramatic sonata by Dutch composer Henriëtte Bosmans. Contemporaneous works by Russian composer Sergei Vasilenko and British composer Elizabeth Maconchy round out the program, bringing a variety of rich romanticism, tender beauty, and rhythmic intensity. Click here to register for Music & Conversation with Danny Holt and Molly Gebrian.

Library Closed on Tuesday for Strategic Planning

The library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th for strategic planning with our staff and board. We will reopen for normal operating hours (10am - 8pm) on Wednesday, November 12th.

Construction Update!

The last two weeks have seen speedy installation of the exterior masonry. Underneath the bricks, a thermal block of carbonized glass will help to keep the building warm and energy-efficient all year-round.

Upcoming Programs

Community Seeds

Thursday, November 13th

3:00 to 5:00pm

The Community Seeds Library and Network will host an educational session with seed swapping, artwork, and stories. Learn about seeds, stories, political ecologies and art on seeds. Bring seeds to share and get involved in the creation of a new seed library for the community.

Author Talk with Carol Woolman: Ecology of Grief

Thursday, November 13th

6:30 to 7:30pm

Carol Woolman will present an author talk on Ecology of Grief, a poignant memoir about the loss of her youngest son, Mark. It includes the devastating and sudden loss of a young adult, but also adventure, mystery, and meaning that bring comfort and connection. It is a book that can companion a grief-stricken parent and those who work with them with compassion and understanding.

Debussy: Images Book 1 with McGhee Steiner

Wednesday, November 19th

6:30 to 7:30pm

McGhee Steiner, a student at College of the Atlantic, presents Claude Debussy's first book of Images, L. 110. This is a piano suite comprised of three movements: “Reflets dans l'eau” (Reflections in the Water), “Hommage à Rameau” (Homage to Rameau), and “Mouvement” (Movement). McGhee will also provide background info on the suite.

Get to Know Willowind Therapeutic Riding Center

Thursday, November 20th

6:30 to 7:30pm

Willowind is more than a therapeutic riding center, it's a place where healing, connection and growth happen through the power of horses, all happening here on MDI. At this public presentation, you will hear stories of personal connection, learn about their herd of amazing horses and hear how Willowind supports and nurtures the MDI community at large.

Recurring Programs

Bar Harbor Scrabble Club

Connect with fellow word-lovers: all skill levels are welcome! Players are encouraged to bring their own boards, and some boards will also be provided. Scrabble Club meets on second and fourth Saturdays from 10:00am to 1:00pm.

Write On! Writing Group

Join the Write On! Writing Group for support in your craft. The Write On! writers meet Saturday mornings at 9:00 a.m. on Zoom. For more information, please contact the library at info@jesuplibrary.org.

Jesup Knitters' Guild

Fiber artists of all skill levels are welcome to drop in and enjoy crafting and conversation with the Jesup Knitters' Guild, Thursday evenings at 5:00pm!

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Upcoming Youth Programs

Crafternoon with Mike Duffy: DIY Board Games

Friday, November 14th

3:00 - 4:30pm

Join us for a crafty afternoon with local artist, Mike Duffy! School-age children are welcome to attend. We ask that children in grade 2 and under are accompanied by an adult who can help out with the activity. All materials will be provided. Space is limited.

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Pokémon Card Swap for Kids!

Saturday, November 15th

10:30am - 11:30am

Join us for a Pokémon card swap and share your love of the game with other kids in our community. Children should bring their own cards to trade with or to show off to other children. Parents/caregivers should plan to stay if they wish to supervise and oversee trades.

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Recurring Youth Programs

Story and Play
Children ages 5 and under and their caregivers are invited to join Abby on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 - 11:15 am for stories, songs, and playtime afterward to connect with other kids and parents.

Questions? Contact Youth Services Librarian Abby Morrow