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A Message from Executive Director Michelle Sampson on The Maine State Library and IMLS

A Message from Executive Director Michelle Sampson on The Maine State Library and IMLS

Apr 18, 2025 |

Dear friends and supporters, Since March 14th, when President Trump issued an executive order calling for the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)  “to the maximum extent consistent with applicable law,” we have received several questions from you asking for the latest news or how to help.  Updates: On March 26th, Maine’s Senator Susan Collins joined Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) in issuing a bipartisan letter to...

York Public Library, York Rotary, and Community Organizations Present: “Embracing Wellness” series for Mental Health Awareness Month

York Public Library, York Rotary, and Community Organizations Present: “Embracing Wellness” series for Mental Health Awareness Month

Apr 17, 2025 |

York Public Library, York Rotary, Community Organizations Collaborate for May Mental Wellness Series May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and York Public Library, with the support of the York Rotary Club and many community partners, will present a month of programs related to mental wellness. The series will cover topics such as anxiety management, mindfulness and sleep, Mental Health First Aid for adults and youth, a Wellness Fair, events for children and families, and more, as well...

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May 2023 Staff Picks

May 9, 2023 | , ,

Need a good book? Try one of our recent favorites.  Michelle: The Eden Test by Adam Sternbergh “If you bury a body deep enough, eventually all that’s left is the secret. And the woods never tell.” Daisy & Craig’s marriage is in trouble. In hopes of saving it, and as a surprise anniversary...

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April 2023 Staff Picks

Apr 14, 2023 | ,

Try some of our favorite reads, perfect for Mud season! Michelle: Housemaid by Freida McFadden HOUSEMAID, a psychological thriller, had me on the edge of my seat. Short chapters make this novel a fast, enjoyable read and a perfect beach book (though I read it in the dead of winter).  There's a...

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March 2023 Staff Picks

Mar 15, 2023 | , ,

Looking for something to do during a surprise March snow day? Try one of our staff picks! Michelle: Housemaid by Freida McFadden HOUSEMAID, a psychological thriller, had me on the edge of my seat. Short chapters make this novel a fast, enjoyable read and a perfect beach book (though I read it in...

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February Staff Picks

Jan 24, 2023 | ,

One of the best parts of being a librarian is seeing all the great books that come out. Our to read lists are huge! Here are a few of the ones we are hoping to get to this year.  Michelle: The Book of Everlasting Things by Aanchal Malhotra Though this epic story spans the years of the Great War to...

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In Memoriam: Dan Bancroft, Board President

Jan 22, 2023 | ,

Library staff and trustees were shocked and profoundly saddened by the sudden and tragic loss of our Board President, Dan Bancroft. While word continues to spread throughout the community, I wanted to take a moment to share a few thoughts on Dan’s impact on the library. As his wife Anne recently...

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