Catch Up with the Jesup!

Catch up with the Jesup

March 28th, 2025

News

Tonight! Music & Conversation with Janey Choi and Christina Spurling

Tonight, join us for another performance in our Music & Conversation series! Violinist Janey Choi and pianist Christina Spurling will perform selections from Boulanger, Brahms, Bartók, and Beach and host a conversation with the audience. Doors open at 6:30pm and the program begins at 7:00pm.

Construction Update

Every day brings progress on the new addition. Today, the weather is warming up and the first floor is being poured!

Cast your vote for the Maine Student Book Award!

If you've read at least three books from this year's Maine Student Book Award list, it's time to vote for your favorite! Young readers can stop by the library this week to cast their votes or email Abby. Voting ends on Tuesday, April 1 at 4pm. Please click here for a list of this year's titles.

Upcoming Programs

MDI Hospital: Labor & Delivery Closure Town Hall

Thursday, April 3rd

4:00pm - 5:00pm

MDI Hospital announced on March 27th that it will close its Labor and Delivery Unit effective July 1st, citing a dramatic decline in births. The difficult decision comes after a comprehensive review of patient safety, staff readiness, and long-term viability.

Community members are invited to join over Zoom or in-person to hear directly from hospital leadership about this difficult decision.

Ice Harvesting with Patrick Callaway

Thursday, April 3rd

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join Dr. Patrick Callaway, Collections Manager at the MDI Historical Society to learn about Ice Harvesting in Maine and on MDI. This program will be offered online and in person.

For Such A Time As This: How Faith Traditions Inform and Inspire

Thursday, April 10th

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Five faith leaders from MDI and beyond will discuss how one's faith might inspire and inform ways to navigate the unsettling disruptions of today, whether by finding oases of respite and hope, protecting the vulnerable, or advocating for change. What do faith traditions invite us to consider? Anticipate a robust and honest discussion: all faith perspectives and traditions welcome.

Recurring Programs

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 6:30 p.m.!

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.

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Upcoming Youth Programs

Parents’ Night Out: Board Games!

Wednesday, April 9th

5:00 - 6:30pm

Connect with other local parents and play some games! The library will provide some games. During this program, we will provide childcare in the Youth Room.

Learn more and register

Crafternoon with Mike Duffy: Pets!

Friday, April 11th

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Join us for a crafty afternoon with local artist, Mike Duffy! Space is limited, registration required.

Learn more and register

Pokémon Card Swap for Kids!

Saturday, April 12th
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.

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Recurring Youth Programs

Girls Who Code
Join a sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world! Wednesday’s from 3:15-4:30, build coding skills and community while you complete coding projects.
Grades 6-12. Email girlswhocodebarharbor@gmail.com to sign up.

Fun Friday at the Library

TGIF! Get ready for the weekend by joining us for some Friday fun! We’ll have games, puzzles, and other activities. Snacks will be served.

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.

Chronicles of Yarnia: Youth Fiber Arts Group
Enter the world of Yarnia! On Wednesday evenings from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm, youth ages 10 - 17 are invited to bring a fiber arts project or start a new project at the library.

Middle School Afternoons
Every afternoon, Tuesday through Friday, tweens ages 9-13 are welcome to join us after school for games, books, and snacks.

Questions? Contact Youth Services Librarian Abby Morrow