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 | 6:00 |
| 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
January 27, 2025
10:00 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.
February 1, 2025
9:00 am to Noon
First Saturday
At the Williams House
We took a break in January; we’ll be open February 1st.
Come to the Williams House, have breakfast, visit with old & new friends and shop. Among our eclectic items you will find a vintage metal parrot doorknocker and vintage linens, a gently used Zojirushi bread maker, a handsome wooden salad bowl, a metal wine rack, a margarita gift set, a small selection of Valentine items and many jigsaw puzzles including White Mountain and Springbok puzzles. There are bookcases loaded with books in every room. And as always, a delicious array of breakfast and brunch items.
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.
February 8, 2025
1:30 pm
What Martha Wore
by Kelli Burnham
Kelli Burnham is a Reference Librarian at the Maine State Library and an enthusiastic student of historic clothing, in particular the 18th century which is the same time period that Martha Ballard was alive. Kelli first ‘met’ Martha as a history student at Gettysburg College where she studied the Midwife’s Tale as part of the curriculum. Further study of the diary over the last year has allowed her to piece together examples of what Martha and her family would have worn on a daily basis.
She will show slides of museum examples of clothing of this era.
Kelli says…..”The story I will be focusing on is the clothing that Martha and her family made, purchased, traded for, and wore on a daily basis. I will also highlight some information about Martha’s daughter Dolly who apprenticed with a local tailor and dressmaker and turned Martha’s house into a hive of clothing manufacture prior to her marriage and departure from the house in 1795. I will have full set of replica 18th century women’s clothing available for the audience to handle as well as replica of an 18th century doll that helps explain the way the layers fit together.”
Snow date: February 15, 1:30 pm.
February 15, 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 are now moving 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.
February 10, 2025
1:15 pm
Book Group
Monthly Event
“Radiant and brilliantly crafted . . . Napolitano’s [work] resists the easy satisfactions of the sentimental and never settles for simple answers to emotional predicaments faced by her characters.”—The New York Times Book Review (Editors’ Choice)
please contact Janet Adelberg at 685-3612 to find a copy to borrow.
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.
Occasional Dates
6:00 to 7:00 pm
Lego
Night
Calling all kids who enjoy creative projects.
Kids who love to build with Legos are welcome to come build with their friends. Join us for a story and snack, and then some creative fun. Great for ages 4-gr. 5, more or less. We provide all the Legos.
See postings for next meeting
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
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