In: News, Resources

**Update July 14**

The library is open with extra safety precautions beginning July 14. Library hours are Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 am until 5 pm. We continue to offer curbside service at this time.

You can read our full COVID-19 Policy here. Thank you for helping to keep our library and community safe. We look forward to seeing you!

**Update June 20**

Thompson Free Library is now offering curbside pickup service Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 am to 5 pm. Contact the library or use the online catalog to make your requests.

**Update May 26**

Thompson Free Library is now accepting the return of borrowed materials. Please use the book drop located by the main entrance, which is open 24/7. All returned materials will be quarantined for 72 hours before being re-circulated.

The library is also offering curbside pickup service for books, movies, and other library materials beginning on Wednesday, June 3. Pickup hours will be Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday morning pickups can be arranged by appointment. Please see our Curbside Service page for information about how to participate.

**Effective March 17**

In an effort to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, Thompson Free Library will be closed to the public until further notice.

This includes all scheduled in-person programs and meeting room uses. We are asking patrons to keep any checked-out materials at home until we reopen. All due dates will be extended.

Please remember that you can access WiFi 24/7 from the library parking lot, and that many library resources are available online:

We are still here to help! You can reach library staff at thompsonfreelibrary@gmail.com or leave a message at (207) 564-3350.

If you have questions about COVID-19, or need help connecting with local information or services, please call 211 or visit https://211maine.org/.

Visit our COVID-19 Resources page to stay informed about this rapidly changing situation.

In: Community, Events, News, Sustainable Living

Join us on Tuesday, March 24 at 5:30 pm for an exhibit of thoughts and photos from everyday people about how climate change affects us here in Maine, hosted by researchers from the Psychology in Context Lab at UMaine Augusta.

In October, eight members of the Dover-Foxcroft community came together to talk about climate change and other social changes. They talked about the environment, housing, poverty, and people moving to Maine – and so much more. They took photos and told stories about how these changes are affecting us here in Maine.

Come learn what they had to say! What do you have to add to the conversation?

In: Community, Events, News, Sustainable Living

On Thursday, March 5 at 4 pm the Piscataquis Regional Food Center will host a workshop on container gardening at the library. Come to learn the basics and get your questions answered!

PRFC will also be sharing information about their new Garden in a Box pilot project, which aims to educate people about growing their own food and provide all people the opportunity to do so.

To find out more, contact PRFC by phone: (207) 802-8230 / (207) 343-0171 or email: info@prfoodcenter.org

In: Artists, News

Geneva Gerrish is our February artist! Visit the library this month to view her vivid pencil and ink artwork.

Bio/Artist Statement:

Geneva has been an artist since childhood and still prefers to create her artwork with pencils, ink pens, colored pencils, and gel pens (especially *glitter* gel pens). Her style has been described as both hyper-realism and cartoon surrealism.

Geneva is primarily a portrait artist because she finds people to be the most fascinating subjects. To see more artwork or to contact her directly for a custom piece of your own, please visit her Facebook page “Genevawesome Art”

In: Arts & Crafts, Children, Community, Events, Movies, News

Enjoy the holidays at TFL!

At 6 pm on Friday, Dec. 6, Hometown Holidays kicks off with a special free showing of a brand-new Disney Christmas movie in the library’s downstairs meeting room. This charming take on a timeless tale features the wonderful Anna Kendrick (from Portland) as Santa’s daughter as well as Emmy winner Bill Hader and Oscar winner Shirley MacLaine. A fun time for the whole family with hot cocoa and cookies too.

The festive vibe continues on Saturday, Dec. 7 as TFL’s lead elf, Ms. Michelle, hosts ornament making from 9 am to noon. This Hometown Holidays program spotlights simple crafts aimed towards kids.

That same day from 9 am to 1 pm be sure to visit the Dover Cove Farmers Market downstairs. Support local farmers, get gift ideas, and stock up for all your holiday get-togethers. And don’t miss this year’s cookie walk. Super yum.

Ms. Michelle spreads even more holiday cheer with Christmas cookie decorating from 4-5 pm on Thursday, Dec. 19. You get to take home your own merry and bright (and tasty) treats.

The library elves want you to know that the Hallmark Channel isn’t your only refuge this holiday season. Our awesome holiday stash is on full display: an impressive lineup of new and classic DVDs and winter-themed books for all ages to keep you holly jolly and content. If you’ve lost your yuletide mojo, need some no-cost fun, or want to explore something a bit deeper, December at TFL will meet your expectations.

Holiday hours:

  • 9 am – 1 pm on Wednesday, Dec 24 & Tuesday, Dec 31
  • CLOSED on Wednesday, Dec 25 & Wednesday, Jan 1.