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Saturday stories and crafts with Miss Jean in the Children’s room. All ages are welcome.
I see a little groundhog, furry and brown,
He’s popping up to look around.
If he sees his shadow, down he’ll go.
Six more weeks of winter – oh, no!
For all ages and experience levels. Play a few rounds of Magic the Gathering. Newbies encouraged, so bring friends. A variety of decks and dice will be provided if you don’t have your own or if you want to try a new deck.
This week: Chinese New Year
February Celebrations
Catinka Knoth will lead an art workshop series for adults, on creating motifs for celebrations of February: Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year – the Year of the Pig, Black History Month. Each week will be a different subject. Knoth will provide instruction and guidance in drawing and creating the
fantasy images of February’s celebrations. Participants will work with pencil, colored pencil, crayon, and papercut, with a focus on drawing in color.
Knoth provides the classes free of charge, with materials supplied. Friends of Rockland Library host the workshops, which are open to the public. FMI Knoth at 593-6085, or Rockland Library at 594-0310.
Knoth paints watercolors of Maine and whimsical animal scenes, which she offers as cards and prints. She teaches a free weekly children’s drawing class at Rockland Public Library, sponsored by Wendy and Keith Wellin. For more information about Knoth’s work visit www.catinkacards.com
This week: Valentine’s Day cards
“Let’s Draw February’s Celebrations!”
Children will draw images from February’s celebrations and traditions at Rockland Public Library’s ongoing drawing workshops led by artist Catinka Knoth. Young artists will draw a wide range of motifs. Valentine’s Day cards often have motifs such as hearts, birds, cupids, lace, ribbons, and roses. In honor of the presidents and Black History Month, students might also explore classic portraits and scenes. Chinese New Year 2019 is the Year of the Pig. Participants may explore traditional zodiac papercut designs, Chinese dragons, and Lion Dancers.
Sponsored by Wendy and Keith Wellin, the workshops, for age 6 and up,are free and open to the public, with all materials provided. Knoth expects participants to be able to work independently for the most part. Children age 10 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Ongoing workshops meet every Tuesday, 4-5 pm, Community Room, Rockland Public Library, 80 Union St., hosted by Friends of Rockland Library. FMI – Jean Young, children’s librarian, 594-0310.
Leslie Filnow
Leslie Filnow, owner of Earth Flow & Fire Yoga Studio and Earth Candy Juice Cafe will talk about the possible health benefits of doing yoga in a heated space. These benefits can include mindfulness, strength building, balance, flexibility and many more. Leslie will also discuss the importance of proper hydration and explain how a plant-based diet can complement a yoga practice. Hot Yoga changed her life and she is on a mission to help you change yours for the better. Learn more about her and her studio here: https://earthrockland.com/
This event is co-sponsored by Destination Wellness Midcoast Maine and the Rockland Public Library.
Hear volunteer storyteller Ms. Judy read from a variety of picture books then color or work on a craft together.
Let’s take a walk!
Walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to meet at the Library every Wednesday morning to go on a 30 to 45 minute walk around town. Walks will be led by librarians and no walker will be left behind. Join us for some exercise and conversation. In case of inclement weather, we will walk indoors in the library. Bring a friend or make some new ones! The walking club is intended for adults; children and teens are welcome if accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Participants of this program will be asked to sign a waiver of liability.
Meet Gypsy!
After Wednesday storytime, join Naomi Howe and her therapy dog, a Scottish Deer Hound named Gypsy. Naomi will educate everyone on the proper ways to greet a new dog, then Gypsy will enjoy some time in the Children’s Room. Kids are welcome to use this time to practice their reading skills by reading to this furry friend.
Gypsy is here after the 1st and 3rd storytimes of the month.
Sing, sway, and clap with your little one at our story time focused on singing together. A great introduction for your baby to words, sounds, and new friends. Perfect for birth to age two, and welcome to any child who enjoys music.
Author Xu Xi
In Chinese, goodbye is 再見, meaning “see you again,” but for Hong Kong writer Xu Xi, her birthplace may not be one she can quite “see” again. Xu will talk about what Hong Kong is and is becoming through the lens of her two most recent books. As well, she will address the larger question of the shifting balance of superpowers — namely, China and the U.S.A. — that underpin the transnational world of much of her work.
Xu Xi is author of five novels, seven collections of short fiction and/or essays, one memoir and editor or co-editor of four anthologies of Hong Kong writing in English. Her most recent titles are a novel That Man In Our Lives (C&R 2016), a memoir Dear Hong Kong: An Elegy For A City (Penguin, 2017) and Insignificance: Hong Kong Stories (Signal 8 2018). An Indonesian-Chinese-American diehard transnational, she previously inhabited the flight path connecting New York, Hong Kong and the South Island of New Zealand. These days, she splits her life, unevenly, between the state of New York and the rest of the world.
Saturday stories and crafts with Miss Jean in the Children’s room. All ages are welcome.
Josh Blackman
In today’s internet-rich culture you may have come across the word “Podcast” and wondered what it was. Podcasts are a unique medium that cover a broad range of interests, and being audio-only they can be listened to while exercising, commuting, or just doing the dishes. Josh Blackman, a 9 year veteran of listening to and publishing his own podcasts, will present information on the benefits of podcasts, ways to find shows of interest, and how to subscribe on Apple or Android devices.
This week: Valentine’s Day cards
February Celebrations
Catinka Knoth will lead an art workshop series for adults, on creating motifs for celebrations of February: Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year – the Year of the Pig, Black History Month. Each week will be a different subject. Knoth will provide instruction and guidance in drawing and creating the
fantasy images of February’s celebrations. Participants will work with pencil, colored pencil, crayon, and papercut, with a focus on drawing in color.
Knoth provides the classes free of charge, with materials supplied. Friends of Rockland Library host the workshops, which are open to the public. FMI Knoth at 593-6085, or Rockland Library at 594-0310.
Knoth paints watercolors of Maine and whimsical animal scenes, which she offers as cards and prints. She teaches a free weekly children’s drawing class at Rockland Public Library, sponsored by Wendy and Keith Wellin. For more information about Knoth’s work visit www.catinkacards.com
Suitable for teens, families, and style conscious adults! This Community Room event will be followed by tea and crumpets.
This week: President’s Day
“Let’s Draw February’s Celebrations!”
Children will draw images from February’s celebrations and traditions at Rockland Public Library’s ongoing drawing workshops led by artist Catinka Knoth. Young artists will draw a wide range of motifs. Valentine’s Day cards often have motifs such as hearts, birds, cupids, lace, ribbons, and roses. In honor of the presidents and Black History Month, students might also explore classic portraits and scenes. Chinese New Year 2019 is the Year of the Pig. Participants may explore traditional zodiac papercut designs, Chinese dragons, and Lion Dancers.
Sponsored by Wendy and Keith Wellin, the workshops, for age 6 and up,are free and open to the public, with all materials provided. Knoth expects participants to be able to work independently for the most part. Children age 10 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Ongoing workshops meet every Tuesday, 4-5 pm, Community Room, Rockland Public Library, 80 Union St., hosted by Friends of Rockland Library. FMI – Jean Young, children’s librarian, 594-0310.
Chet Lunner
Former journalist and retired executive Chet Lunner has a unique, 360-degree perspective on Fake News, the First Amendment, and an inside-the-Beltway view of our national government, having been a Maine newspaper editor, Congressional chief of staff, 9/11 press secretary, homeland security intelligence officer, and staffer to four Cabinet secretaries. He worked with, or consulted for USA Today, U.S. Congress, and the TSA and DHS.
Hear volunteer storyteller Ms. Judy read from a variety of picture books then color or work on a craft together.
Let’s take a walk!
Walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to meet at the Library every Wednesday morning to go on a 30 to 45 minute walk around town. Walks will be led by librarians and no walker will be left behind. Join us for some exercise and conversation. In case of inclement weather, we will walk indoors in the library. Bring a friend or make some new ones! The walking club is intended for adults; children and teens are welcome if accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Participants of this program will be asked to sign a waiver of liability.
Sing, sway, and clap with your little one at our story time focused on singing together. A great introduction for your baby to words, sounds, and new friends. Perfect for birth to age two, and welcome to any child who enjoys music.
This program is for adults and kids. All are welcome.
Welcome to our sixth annual community-building “Love Your Library; Your Library Loves You” Open House! There is no charge for this fun-filled evening, and delicious soups, hot food, drinks, and desserts will be served. Jazz duo Bill Barnes and Doug Kennedy will provide music in the Reading Room. There will crafts led by local artist Susan Beebe (starting at 5) and activities for the kids, and also information about some resources you might not know about, and much, much more. New this year is a “Guess Who?” game where attendees will have an opportunity to attempt to identify Rockland Librarians based on photos of them from their youth.
Those with a fine-free, current Rockland Public Library card are encouraged to put their name in for door prizes, which include an iPad and gift cards for local grocery stores and gas stations .
Saturday stories and crafts with Miss Jean in the Children’s room. All ages are welcome.
This week: Chinese New Year
“Let’s Draw February’s Celebrations!”
Children will draw images from February’s celebrations and traditions at Rockland Public Library’s ongoing drawing workshops led by artist Catinka Knoth. Young artists will draw a wide range of motifs. Valentine’s Day cards often have motifs such as hearts, birds, cupids, lace, ribbons, and roses. In honor of the presidents and Black History Month, students might also explore classic portraits and scenes. Chinese New Year 2019 is the Year of the Pig. Participants may explore traditional zodiac papercut designs, Chinese dragons, and Lion Dancers.
Sponsored by Wendy and Keith Wellin, the workshops, for age 6 and up,are free and open to the public, with all materials provided. Knoth expects participants to be able to work independently for the most part. Children age 10 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Ongoing workshops meet every Tuesday, 4-5 pm, Community Room, Rockland Public Library, 80 Union St., hosted by Friends of Rockland Library. FMI – Jean Young, children’s librarian, 594-0310.
Hear volunteer storyteller Ms. Judy read from a variety of picture books then color or work on a craft together.
Let’s take a walk!
Walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to meet at the Library every Wednesday morning to go on a 30 to 45 minute walk around town. Walks will be led by librarians and no walker will be left behind. Join us for some exercise and conversation. In case of inclement weather, we will walk indoors in the library. Bring a friend or make some new ones! The walking club is intended for adults; children and teens are welcome if accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Participants of this program will be asked to sign a waiver of liability.
Gypsy is here after the 1st and 3rd storytimes of the month.
Teacher Jon Wallace
Learn, see, and touch real dinosaur fossils and hear the stories behind them. Our friend Jon Wallace has a passion for geology which began with a third grade teacher’s excitement about the subject. Since then he has pursued a degree in Geology from the University of Connecticut and then other degrees in the physical sciences. He was an award-winning high school science teacher in Meriden, Connecticut for over 32 years. He is excited to be here to help us celebrate Dino Week!
Sing, sway, and clap with your little one at our story time focused on singing together. A great introduction for your baby to words, sounds, and new friends. Perfect for birth to age two, and welcome to any child who enjoys music.
Let’s build!
Calling all builders! Come join LEGO Guy Jon for an afternoon of making, creating and story-sharing at Rockland Public Library’s LEGO Club! LEGO Club is held every 3rd Thursday in the Children’s Room from 4:15-500 pm. Kids of all ages are welcome to use their imaginations to build.
Library policy is that children age 10 and under be accompanied by an adult.
Meeting with water dependent businesses postponed until March.
Agenda: https://docs.google.com/file/d/1EqDB10yyjnoxr8VzEuvABqq0awcVZLQv/preview?rm=minimal
Celtic Harpist Alex Bigney
When Alex Bigney plays, the harp laughs, sighs, dances a jig, and cries a lament. His music carries on the tradition of his Nova Scotia heritage, with a repertoire that includes familiar Celtic tunes, along with many original compositions to get your toes tapping.
Saturday stories and crafts with Miss Jean in the Children’s room. All ages are welcome.
The City of Rockland and Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee invite the community to come out and celebrate the opening of a new ice rink at Harbor Park at the Public Landing. Hot chocolate and baked goodies will be served!
The ice rink was installed by the City on January 25th, at the City’s Harbor Park at the Public Landing. The rink is free for anyone to use from dawn to 10:00 PM, pending weather and ice conditions. Just bring your skates!
The grand opening party is also free and open to the public.
This week: Black History Month
February Celebrations
Catinka Knoth will lead an art workshop series for adults, on creating motifs for celebrations of February: Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year – the Year of the Pig, Black History Month. Each week will be a different subject. Knoth will provide instruction and guidance in drawing and creating the
fantasy images of February’s celebrations. Participants will work with pencil, colored pencil, crayon, and papercut, with a focus on drawing in color.
Knoth provides the classes free of charge, with materials supplied. Friends of Rockland Library host the workshops, which are open to the public. FMI Knoth at 593-6085, or Rockland Library at 594-0310.
Knoth paints watercolors of Maine and whimsical animal scenes, which she offers as cards and prints. She teaches a free weekly children’s drawing class at Rockland Public Library, sponsored by Wendy and Keith Wellin. For more information about Knoth’s work visit www.catinkacards.com
Join our book club led by book lover Mary Ann. Each month we read a different book, chosen by the group. New members are always welcome!
What we are reading:
February– I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou.
March– Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper.
This week: Black History Month
“Let’s Draw February’s Celebrations!”
Children will draw images from February’s celebrations and traditions at Rockland Public Library’s ongoing drawing workshops led by artist Catinka Knoth. Young artists will draw a wide range of motifs. Valentine’s Day cards often have motifs such as hearts, birds, cupids, lace, ribbons, and roses. In honor of the presidents and Black History Month, students might also explore classic portraits and scenes. Chinese New Year 2019 is the Year of the Pig. Participants may explore traditional zodiac papercut designs, Chinese dragons, and Lion Dancers.
Sponsored by Wendy and Keith Wellin, the workshops, for age 6 and up,are free and open to the public, with all materials provided. Knoth expects participants to be able to work independently for the most part. Children age 10 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Ongoing workshops meet every Tuesday, 4-5 pm, Community Room, Rockland Public Library, 80 Union St., hosted by Friends of Rockland Library. FMI – Jean Young, children’s librarian, 594-0310.
Hear volunteer storyteller Ms. Judy read from a variety of picture books then color or work on a craft together.
Let’s take a walk!
Walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to meet at the Library every Wednesday morning to go on a 30 to 45 minute walk around town. Walks will be led by librarians and no walker will be left behind. Join us for some exercise and conversation. In case of inclement weather, we will walk indoors in the library. Bring a friend or make some new ones! The walking club is intended for adults; children and teens are welcome if accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Participants of this program will be asked to sign a waiver of liability.
Sing, sway, and clap with your little one at our story time focused on singing together. A great introduction for your baby to words, sounds, and new friends. Perfect for birth to age two, and welcome to any child who enjoys music.
The City of Rockland has always benefited from a unique combination of geography and economics that has made it one of the most beautiful and practical destinations on the coast of Maine. Its nearly 8,000 residents live at the heart of Midcoast Maine, an area world famous for its mountainous and rocky shore with hundreds of harbors and inlets, and for some of the best cruising waters anywhere for sailing and boating for pleasure or sport. A nearly mile-long granite breakwater protects Rockland Harbor and lighthouse making it one of the finest shipping and recreational boating harbors on the East Coast of the United States.
Learn more about Rockland, the History or Rockland or Doing business here.
You can contact the City of Rockland using the online contact form or details below. You can also contact a department or the City Council.
info@rocklandmaine.gov
Email
270 Pleasant Street Rockland, ME 04841
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