In: News, Philosophy

Curious about the world and your place in it? The Thompson Free Library Philosophy Circle meets Friday, June 7 at 3:30 pm. We will begin by discussing the Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius, and follow with exploration of a philosophical question chosen by the group. No previous experience is needed; all are welcome to attend!

The TFL Philosophy Circle meets on the first Friday of each month. This discussion group uses he Socrates Cafe model, which embraces “the idea that we learn more when we question and question with others.” To find out more, visit: https://www.philosopher.org/Socrates_Cafe.html

In: Community, News, Outdoors

Are you interested in exploring Maine this summer? For a second year, Thompson Free Library patrons can borrow a vehicle pass for day-use to Maine State Parks and Historic Sites. This pass is made possible by a generous gift of the Friends of Maine State Parks. Passes can be checked out for two days, and allow a vehicle holding up to 17 people entrance to many state parks and historic sites, including Peaks-Kenny.

Please note that passes are not accepted at Acadia National Park, Allagash Wilderness Waterway, Baxter State Park, Maine Wildlife Park, Peacock Beach, Penobscot Narrows Observatory, Penobscot River Corridor, Scarborough Beach, Songo Lock or Swan Island. View a list of participating parks here, or contact the library to find out more!

In: Events, News, Poetry

Celebrate National Poetry Month with an Open-Mic Poetry Night on April 23 (Shakespeare’s birthday) at 5:30 pm!

What you are asked to bring:

  1. Poem(s) you’ve written to read, or
  2. Poem(s) someone else has written to read, or
  3. Friend(s) to read the poem(s) you don’t dare to read, or
  4. Ears to simply listen … and/or
  5. Your appreciation for poetry served up with crackers, cheeses, and juices!

This event is free and open to the public. All are welcome!

For more about National Poetry Month, visit https://www.poets.org/national-poetry-month/home

 

In: Community, Events, Movies, News

“The Public” is coming to Dover-Foxcroft!

Join us at Center Theatre on Friday, April 19 at 6 pm for a pre-movie conversation with Archie Curry from the Bangor Area Homeless Shelter about homelessness in our region. The aim of this conversation is to share some facts, bust some myths, and talk about what our community can do to help.

Stay to watch “The Public” at 7 pm! If you bring in a non-perishable food donation, your movie ticket will be reduced by $1.00.

For all movie showtimes, click here.

In: News

Join us on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 from 10:30-1:30 for this free class offered by the National Digital Equity Center. Learn tips and strategies to keep you and your family’s information safe online from hackers, predators and cyberbullies. This is a fast-paced 3-hour class. You don’t need a computer to attend.

Register now: Add your name to the sign up sheet at the library, or call 207-259-5010