Our Mission
To encourage
everyone in the pursuit of reading enjoyment, social and community exchange, and lifelong learning.
To provide
access to the facts, knowledge and ideas by offering books, media, periodicals, internet access and special programs.
To support
every individual's freedom to read, learn, and experience the joy of discovery.
everyone in the pursuit of reading enjoyment, social and community exchange, and lifelong learning.
To provide
access to the facts, knowledge and ideas by offering books, media, periodicals, internet access and special programs.
To support
every individual's freedom to read, learn, and experience the joy of discovery.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
We are proud to offer a variety of educational & social events tailored to meet the needs of our patrons and visitors.
- WI-FI available 24 hours across the NPL property.
- Public access computers available on the Adult & Children's Floors.
- Xerox scanning & printing 30¢ per page.
- Facsimile services $2 base rate, $1 per page after.
- InterLibrary Loan is available.
- E-readers available to borrow, preloaded with a wide variety of content & genres.
- CloudLibrary membership is open, offering free e-books & audiobooks to borrow on your own device.
- Local, non-profit groups may reserve our Gathering Room, dates dependent on library programming.
- Free & discounted day passes to Maine Wildlife Park, Children's Museum & Theater of Maine, & Maine State Parks.
- Gently used books, puzzles and video media for sale in our Book Barn, open during library hours.
- Free movie nights, come enjoy screenings of new releases and old favorites.
- Monthly book group meetings, Maine Humanities Council summer session "Let's Talk About It" & "ReadME", and Summer Reading Programs.
- As of April 1, 2017, NPL now assesses late fees at the rate of 10¢ per item per day, 25¢ per dvd per day, and a $10.00 Non-Resident Fee . Please see a Staff member with any questions or concerns.