Free Wi-Fi is available inside and outside the library. The PASSWORD can be obtained in the library.
Welcome to Cary Memorial Library
Library Hours
| Day | Open | Close |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 | 1:00 |
| Tuesday | 3:00 | 5:00 |
| Wednesday | 1:00 | 7:00 |
| Thursday | 3:00 | 5:00 |
| Friday | CLOSED | |
| Saturday | 9:00 | 3:00 |
| Sunday | CLOSED | |
Digital Services
For more information on how to access these services, please see our Digital Services page.
Upcoming Events and Activities
April 23, 2025
6:00 pm
Lego Night
Monthly Event
Call all kids to come build with our Lego collection. Our theme will be INVENTIONS.
But Kids are free to build whatever strikes their fancy!
April 28, 2025
10:15 am
Story & Craft
Weekly Event
Anne Thompson will share fun stories and crafts.
We’ll have lots of fun holiday books out for the kids and a cute craft activity lined up.
April 26, 2025
1:30 am to 3:30 pm
A Daughter’s Journey with her Mom
Donna McGibney
I’ll Remember for You: A Daughter’s Journey with Her Mom Through Dementia
Caregiving is a journey filled with loving and grieving. The caregiving journey has many vistas, but only one exit ramp: the death of the loved one. That is when the job we did not seek becomes the job we wish would not end.
About the Author: Donna is a Hallowell, Maine, native. With a 35-year career in education in both Maine and Florida, reading has been a major part of her life. During the years of caregiving for her Mom, it was a way to travel, to learn, and to find some quiet time. This book captures her days as caregiver and offers hope and encouragement to others who are on a similar journey.
Donna will present a brief talk and books will be available for purchase at 20.00 (cash or check.) (If Donna’s name seems familiar, you might recall she was principal at Wayne Elementary.)
This program is co-sponsored by the Cary Memorial Library and Wayne’s Aging At Home.
May 3, 2025
9:00 am to Noon
First Saturday
At the Williams House
May
Dew drop in the Williams House and join the many regulars for First Saturday fun. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a delicious pastry or piece of quiche, find a book or a pile of them, shop our fun and wide variety of items. There are comfortable places to sit and enjoy coffee and conversation. Weather permitting there will also be outside seats.
In the boutique you’ll find a Reidel decanter, intriguing glass hanging candleholders, an attractive onion and garlic basket, jewelry, scarves, vintage treasures, a variety of kitchen items, pottery and pastel metal garden pots, wall art and fun objects for brightening your space, wine racks, wine glasses, ‘by the lake’ mugs, dishware and blankets for camp, a Jena popcorn maker, a pasta machine, puzzles, new glasses, and much more.
The Alice in Wonderland room will be open. To visit at other times, call the Williams House at 207 685-9550. You will hear a recorded message.
We look forward to seeing you.
May 17, 2025
9:30 am to 12:30 pm
3rd Saturday Book Sale
Williams House
You will have even more opportunities to find a used book.
We have now moved to a Monthly Book Sale held every 3rd Saturday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Williams House, 14 Old Winthrop Road.
Donations of gently used books are always welcome and you can bring them during the sale.
Library Scholarships are funded by sale proceeds and supported by your book donations.
May 12, 2025
1:15 pm
Book Group
Monthly Event
“A beautifully written book about love, loss, and community, in a setting that will feel familiar to anyone who grew up in a small, rural town. The characters are written with a loving honesty, and feel achingly real. …I just can’t recommend it enough.”—Portland Press Herald
Join us to discuss the first book by Shannon Bowing, titled The Road to Dalton. It is a gem, told in letters. Shannon Bowing will be coming to Cary Library in August for an author talk.
We have two lending copies. Please contact Janet Adelberg at 685-3612.
The
Gathering Place
Jim Perkins and
Theresa Kerchner
The Gathering Place is a gift to the community from the family and friends of Emily Mary Maverick Perkins Harrison. Take a look at the two lovely plaques recently added. We will use it more in the warmer months but it is undeniably lovely in all light, in all seasons.
A warm thank you to all who donated to The Gathering Place. The construction costs have been completely covered. Going forward any funds donated will be used for future maintenance, as needs arise. This December image was taken by Ken Spalding.
2024
Winter Readers’ Blog
Wayne Readers’ Recommendations
Find interesting reviews of books our community friends have enjoyed and want to recommend. Newest Blog-February 2024
If you’d like to send in a review for the next reader’s Blog, simply email it to jadelbergcml@gmail.com
Tower Garden
Our 2024 Williams House
Community Offering
The Tower Garden offerings have ended for the this season. It was a pleasure to make this greenery available to all visitors. See you next summer.
The Tower Garden was donated by Sara Morton in memory of her grandmother Priscilla Stevenson.
September
2024
A Lovely Gift
to the Williams House Lawn
This summer a new garden volunteer, Marianne Butak, stepped up to help Jamie Ault with the Williams House Gardens. As Marianne spent time in the gardens she could see what amazing and expert work Jamie has done to design, install and maintain the plantings over the years. Jamie mentioned a bench that was once there. That inspired Marianne to be the high bidder on a lovely stone bench in the library auction, which she has bestowed in
honor of Jamie. A plaque will be added. We thank both Jamie and Marianne for their energy and generosity!
Alice Room
2024
Various Times
A town treasure. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Room project is now complete. There are 17 art panels that have been refreshed, restored, and protected. You are invited to come for a visit.
- 1st Saturdays 9:00-Noon
- By Appointment
FOL
Open to anyone
Who loves Cary Memorial Join this remarkable group
Join us for a lively feel good time.
Helping hands always welcome. The lastest quilt, Maisy Daisy is now on display for the 2024 Raffle Quilt.
Pruning Pole
Now is the time to check your trees and bushes
Before the trees leaf out this Spring, just a reminder that the library has a pruning pole that can be borrowed.
The pole has clippers, not a blade (for safety reasons).
Selected Photos of Cary Library, Williams House, & Special Events
Library
Williams House
Events
Cary Memorial Library News
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