Jackson Memorial Library

10/13/2026

Digital Maine Library has zillions of cool resources! If you’re looking into family history, local history, or genealogy, check it out.

October is , a perfect time to explore your family's genealogy using Ancestry Library Edition at your public library. Unlock the story of you with sources like censuses, vital records, immigration records, family histories, military records, court and legal documents, directories, photos, maps, and more, all available at no cost to you at your public library. Just starting out and want to put together your family tree? Download an ancestral chart and fill-in your family tree with what you know about your parents, grandparents, etc. Free online to Maine residents at your public library. Digital Maine Library, https://digitalmainelibrary.org.

10/10/2026

The library is closed this weekend in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day, including Saturday and Monday hours.
See you next week!

09/25/2026

See you tomorrow, Saturday September 26th at 10:30am for "Getting Your Children's Book Published," a presentation and Q&A session with local author Liza Gardner Walsh.

Have you ever dreamed of writing a children's book? Learn how to turn your story ideas into a published reality! Whether you are an aspiring author or simply curious about the business side of books, this session is for you.

Sign up is appreciated but not required: (207) 372-8961. This event is free of charge.
More info: https://www.jacksonmemoriallibrary.org/adult-special

09/23/2026

Have you ever dreamed of writing a children's book? Learn how to turn your story ideas into a published reality this weekend with local children's author Liza Gardner Walsh!

Back by popular demand after leading our spring Fairy House Workshop, Liza will share her insider knowledge of the publishing industry and host a live Q&A session at the library on Saturday, September 26th from 10:30am to 12:00pm.

Whether you are an aspiring author or simply curious about the business side of books, this session is for you.

Sign up is appreciated but not required: (207) 372-8961. This event is free of charge.

More info: https://www.jacksonmemoriallibrary.org/adult-special

09/23/2026

https://www.penbaypilot.com/article/getting-your-childrens-book-published-workshop-author-liza-gardner-walsh/274599

On Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Jackson Memorial Library in Tenants Harbor will host "Getting Your Children's Book Published," a free workshop with local author Liza Gardner Walsh.

09/15/2026

Join us next week for a reading and discussion with local author Eileen Hugo about her book Jenny's Journey.

The book takes place in 1928 and follows the journey of a young woman who travels from Ireland to Massachusetts, with ambitions to earn money to help support her family back home.

If you’ve read the book, come with questions in hand! If not, come enjoy vivid descriptions of our nation’s history and the immigrant experience.

When: Thursday, September 24th 5:00-6:00pm
Where: Jackson Memorial Library at 71 Main Street in Tenants Harbor

Please register ahead in person or by calling the library: (207) 372-8961

09/15/2026

Tech Time this week is canceled. We'll see you next Thursday!

09/11/2026

We still have a few spots open for our painting workshop Saturday, September 19th from 9:30am to 12:30pm with Port Clyde artist Angela Anderson.

We'll paint the beloved Port Clyde general store, a local landmark lost in the tragic September 2023 waterfront fire.

Register in person at the library or by calling (207) 372-8961. Fee: $25 per person.

And for those of you doing this weekend's St. George Art Tour, Angela is at Port Gallery in Port Clyde ( #18).

09/10/2026

Curious about what's happening at the library? Read the August 28, 2026 update from our Board of Directors:

https://www.jacksonmemoriallibrary.org/board-update-aug-2026