THOMAS MEMORIAL LIBRARY

"Fika is a concept, a state of mind, an attitude and an important part of Swedish culture. Many Swedes consider that it is almost essential to make time for fika every day. It means making time for friends and colleagues … Continue reading →

While aging is familiar to us, the concept of “Eldering” may be new. Our Eldering group is a place to talk, to share, or to just listen to what neighbors, friends, and members of our community have to say about … Continue reading →

With the total solar eclipse of 2024 rapidly approaching, author David Baron shares a pertinent tale from the distant past. In the summer of 1878, a similar eclipse traversed America’s Wild West, darkening the frontier while rousing the ambitions of an entire nation. … Continue reading →

"Fika is a concept, a state of mind, an attitude and an important part of Swedish culture. Many Swedes consider that it is almost essential to make time for fika every day. It means making time for friends and colleagues … Continue reading →

Throughout Winter 2024, Thomas Memorial Library will be partnering with Prince Memorial Library (Cumberland, ME), Scarborough Public Library (Scarborough, ME), Curtis Memorial Library (Brunswick, ME) and Windham Public Library (Windham, ME) for this new and unique conversation series. At virtual … Continue reading →