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Scarborough Public Library For over one hundred and twenty-five years the library has served as the common ground and heart of the community.

For over one hundred years the library has served as the common ground and heart of the community. Toward the turn of the 20th century, a group of women and men of the First Parish Church on the Black Point Road, collected and shared their books. This idea of sharing became so popular that on August 2, 1899, the first meeting was held of people desiring to become incorporated as proprietors of a social library, with seven present. These seven appeared before a Justice of the Peace and thus the Scarboro Public Library Corporation was organized and recorded. Seven people demonstrated more than 100 years ago that a strong desire to share books could build a library.

Clothing Swap on Saturday! Bring stuff at 1pm, "shop" until 3pm! BE SELECTIVE about what you bring, and it will be more ...
10/14/2026

Clothing Swap on Saturday! Bring stuff at 1pm, "shop" until 3pm! BE SELECTIVE about what you bring, and it will be more fun for everyone! No one wants your old socks. We want that amazing sweater that doesn't fit you quite right. We want that jacket that is not the right shade of green for you. We want the cute cat socks with the tags still on them that your aunt gave you for your birthday even though she knows (she knoooowws!) you're a dog person.

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This Thursday night-- What Helps When Children and Families Struggle offers an introduction to attachment theory as it r...
10/14/2026

This Thursday night-- What Helps When Children and Families Struggle offers an introduction to attachment theory as it relates to family life. The authors weave a simple and clear discussion of what families can do to support strong connections and what to do when things have fallen off track.

There's still plenty to do here at the library in October, but here is a sneak peek at what's to come in November! What ...
10/14/2026

There's still plenty to do here at the library in October, but here is a sneak peek at what's to come in November! What do you have your eye on?

New and expectant parents, grandparents and other caregivers, mark your calendars now and join us for this fun and free ...
10/10/2026

New and expectant parents, grandparents and other caregivers, mark your calendars now and join us for this fun and free event!
https://libraryaware.com/3EVAZ9

For added security, Libby App & Kanopy have added PINs to their login pages. It's the same PIN you use to request physic...
10/08/2026

For added security, Libby App & Kanopy have added PINs to their login pages. It's the same PIN you use to request physical library materials. Don't know your pin? Call the circulation desk at 207-883-4723 option 2.

10/08/2026

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New and expecting parents, grandparents and other caregivers, mark your calendars and plan to join us for this fun-fille...
10/07/2026

New and expecting parents, grandparents and other caregivers, mark your calendars and plan to join us for this fun-filled afternoon!
https://libraryaware.com/3ETKXD

We've all been through difficult times, and when it comes to families and children, how we deal with those moments can s...
10/07/2026

We've all been through difficult times, and when it comes to families and children, how we deal with those moments can shape a life in really impactful ways. Join us to learn how to support strong connections. Register here: https://scarboroughlibrary.libcal.com/event/16994531

Closed Monday.
10/07/2026

Closed Monday.

We are so excited to spend a beautiful autumn afternoon with you singing, dancing and costuming!
10/06/2026

We are so excited to spend a beautiful autumn afternoon with you singing, dancing and costuming!

Address

48 Gorham Road
Scarborough, ME
04074

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12078834723

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