Dyer Library/Saco Museum

10/17/2026

Music in the Gallery this afternoon with Thomas Charles Clukey - don’t miss it!

Join us this Saturday, October 17th, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM for live music in the gallery featuring local singer-songwriter and Longfellow Emerging Artist Fellow Thomas Charles Clukey!
Experience original roots music surrounded by the S**o Museum’s current exhibition, "Mixed Palettes," featuring work by local S**o artists Bob Dunn, Steve Shiman, and Ray Lund.
Admission to the museum is free for this exhibition thanks to a generous donor.
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: S**o Museum (Dyer Library / S**o Museum, 371 Main St, S**o, ME)
Admission: Free
Come spend an hour taking in the artwork and the songs. See you there!

10/17/2026

A reminder that you can still visit the Youth Services Room in the month of October to shop for new-to-you Halloween costumes and accessories! You don't have to donate anything to be able to shop, but we will continue to accept donations of gently-used costumes and accessories through the end of the month.

10/16/2026

What’s harder than getting a zombie to stop craving brains? Getting one to make the cheerleading squad!

Join local author and teacher Mr. Fuller for a hands-on writing workshop on Thursday, October 29 at 2:30PM! Together, we’ll take the classic monster trope and turn it upside down. Tweens will brainstorm the absolute worst jobs and hobbies for the undead, then create a determined zombie main character who is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve the impossible. Expect lots of laughs, clever storytelling twists, and creative fun.

Snacks provided! Ages 9+, registration required (please visit our Events Calendar).

10/15/2026

On Saturday, October 24, S**o Main Street 's Pumpkin Harvest Fest will be taking place right in our parking lot! Dyer Library will be CLOSED for regular service (checking out books, computer use, etc.) on this day. However, we will offer a kid's scavenger hunt in our building during the duration of the Harvest Fest (11AM-3PM)! Families can check in at the Main Entrance for a list of spooky items to find in the library. Please note, we may limit the number of families in the building at any given time for everyone's safety and enjoyment.

10/14/2026

Will you be able to solve the murder of Ancil Deering? Test your detective skills - and your nerves - at our spooky fall fundraiser, A Mystery at Deering Mansion! On Friday, October 23rd, wander through our darkened building, finding clues and using your best deductive reasoning. Your ticket also includes pizza and a brew of your choice!

Combination tickets to A Mystery at Deering Mansion and the S**o Noir walk with are now sold out, but there are still tickets available for the 6PM, 6:30PM, and 7PM entrance to A Mystery at Deering Mansion (there are no set exit times, attendees may stay through the end of the event)! Tickets available at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/CW7KOTn_KwJFkixfQXOT0w and at the Circulation Desk at Dyer Library. 21+ event.

10/13/2026

Bob Dunn, one of the exhibit artists of our current exhibit "Mixed Pastels", will be offering an demonstration at S**o Museum on Thursday, October 22 from 6-7PM. Bob will be in the Main Gallery, demonstrating his process of creating art with oil pastels. Free and open to the public.

"Mixed Palettes" is on display through October 23rd. S**o Museum admission is waived throughout the run of the exhibit, thanks to a generous donor.

10/10/2026

10/09/2026

We are thrilled to welcome S**o-based singer-songwriter Thomas Charles Clukey for a special free performance at S**o Museum on Saturday, October 17 from 1-2 PM. Thomas is a One Longfellow Square Emerging Artist Fellow and will perform his Americana-infused music with the lovely and colorful backdrop of our current exhibit, "Mixed Palettes".

10/08/2026

Maine Strong Balance Center will join us on Tuesday, October 13th at 12:45 PM for a presentation on evidence-based education regarding balance prevention and exercises. Participants will learn about the anatomy and physiology of balance, factors indicating fall risk, and how to use exercise to reduce that risk. This class explores a greater variety of balance skills and applications, and seeks to improve balance for individuals who have not yet sustained a fall.

10/07/2026

Many thanks to Delaney and the S**o Fire Department for sharing a Fire Prevention Week storytime with us this afternoon! The kids loved seeing a fire truck up close and learned tips to help stay safe ❤️