Monthly Archives: July 2013

Hump Day Humor:

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Graves Library
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RAPTORS, REPTILES & MAMMALS:

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Graves Library

Join us in a presentation by CENTER FOR WILDLIFE on Wednesday July 31, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, 18 Maine Street in Kennebunkport. Celebrate nature as we meet and learn about animals that live in Maine. Hands-on displays. … Continue reading →

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Time Capsule Workshop:

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Graves Library

Participate in creating a TIME CAPSULE – Tuesday, July 30 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. CELEBRATE the year 2013 as we create a time capsule to bury in the yard of Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library in Kennebunkport. Make one for … Continue reading →

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Weekly Book Quote:

Posted on July 28, 2013 by Graves Library

“One time, when I was very little, I climbed a tree and ate these green, sour apples. My stomach swelled and became hard like a drum, it hurt a lot. Mother said that if I’d just waited for the apples … Continue reading →

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Volunteering: A Pathway To Employment Infographic

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Graves Library

Are you in the process of looking for employment? Here is an infographic via the Corporation for National and Community Service which provides some interesting information on how volunteers have higher odds of finding employment in today’s job market by volunteering. I … Continue reading →

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Lobster Roll Recipe:

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Graves Library

Lobster Rolls (Makes 7 or 8 sandwiches) From Barefoot Contessa Parties by Ina Garten. 3/4 pound cooked fresh lobster meat, diced 1/2 cup good mayonnaise 1/2 cup finely diced celery (1 1/2 stalks) 1 tablespoon capers, drained 1 1/2 tablespoons … Continue reading →

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Hump Day Humor:

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Graves Library
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30 Multicultural Books Every Teen Should Know:

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Graves Library

The following list was compiled by Megan Schliesman, Kathleen T. Horning and Merri V. Lindgren via Cooperative Children’s Book Center, School of Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison. The Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC), defines “multicultural” literature as books by and about people … Continue reading →

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50 Multicultural Books Every Child Should Know:

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Graves Library

The following list was compiled by Megan Schliesman, Kathleen T. Horning and Merri V. Lindgren via Cooperative Children’s Book Center, School of Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison. The Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC), defines “multicultural” literature as books by and about people of … Continue reading →

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Creating A Literacy Connection

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Graves Library

Are you looking for something fun to do with your children this summer that would also enrich their mind? The following museums, galleries, and websites offer ongoing and special exhibits of children’s book art. (info via The National Children’s Book and … Continue reading →

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