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Congratulations to the Winners of our Annual Writing Contest!
Congratulations to the Winners of our Annual Writing Contest!
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Patten Free Library’s 2026 Annual Writing Contest! We can’t wait to share the winning pieces with the public in our literary magazine, Pharos, which will be published in April. The 11th Annual Writing Contest was open to writers of Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Poetry in grades 6-12
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Announcing the Bath Skatepark Pass!
Announcing the Bath Skatepark Pass!
On April 1, The Patten Free Library will offer free passes to the Bath Skate Park to library card holders. This program reflects a commitment to accessibility and community from both organizations. We add this opportunity to our growing Museum and Parks Pass collection; an assortment of free or heavily discounted passes to museums and
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Poetry Walk in Library Park
Poetry Walk in Library Park
April 1-30 in Library Park Now in its sixth year, the Patten Free Library’s Poetry Walk will take place in the month of April in Library Park. What began as a social distancing program in 2021 has become an annual tradition looked forward to by the community and staff alike. Each year we install about
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Driving Fitness, Health, & Aging: Considerations for Safe Mobility In-Person
Driving Fitness, Health, & Aging: Considerations for Safe Mobility In-Person
Friday, April 10 10:30am For older adults and those who worry about them, this program strives to inform about how aging-related changes in health and function may impact driving safety, how the Maine BMV addresses medical-fitness-to-drive concerns, and how older drivers may self-regulate to remain safely behind the wheel or make a smooth transition
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Infant Care Workshops
Infant Care Workshops
Saturdays in April 10am-12:30pm Registration required for each workshop. Click the link below to register. Traditional Baby Massage Workshop with Faye Brandmaier, PPD Saturday, April 11 Infant massage strengthens the parent-child attachment relationship, promotes better sleep and aids in physical development, such as improved digestion and weight gain. Please bring a towel and olive
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