The lower entrance is closed today, Friday, 7/18, from 9-12pm to finish the window repair project. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please call 667-6363 for curbside assistance.


Summer Reading 2025

July 7 - August 21, 2025

Summer Reading 2025

Summer is here, and we’re launching six weeks of reading adventures, creative challenges, and community fun! This year’s theme is Level Up!

Renovation Update

July 2024 - July 2025

EPL Renovation Updates

Discover how the Ellsworth Public Library is growing to better serve our community—explore renovation plans and progress made over the past year, and learn about recent updates.

Kids' Summer Reading 2025

July 2 - August 21, 2025

Kids' Summer
Reading 2025

Level Up Your Summer with our weekly Family Night Performances on Wednesdays at 6 PM and multiple interactive kids programs throughout the week brought to you by our staff and several partners!

Forest Bathing

On select Mondays at 3 PM | May - July, 2025

Forest Bathing with Shep Erhart

Join a 1.5-hour stroll along the Union Riverwalk that begins with grounding exercises to help you connect with your body, breath, and sensations, calming your mind and reducing stress.

Collaboration

One-Year Exhibit launches in May 2025

Art on the Library Lawn

A collaboration led by Heart of Ellsworth with Frenchman Bay Conservancy, EPL and the Schoodic International Sculpture Symposium is set to revitalize the Riverwalk North.

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Browse the Minerva Catalog

Explore what’s new in the Ellsworth Public Library Collection:
New Adult Titles
New Children’s Titles

UPCOMING EVENTS

Baby Story & Play

Jul 18, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Riverview Room

Our youngest patrons and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this brief storytime full of short books, lap . . .

Explore & Play

Jul 18, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Riverview Room

This weekly program with Ms. Cheryl and Ms. Keli is perfect for kids aged 1 – 4. It offers an environment . . .

Eco Heroes On A Mission II

Jul 18, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Learn to make a bird feeder out of plastic and cardboard jugs. Please bring some jugs if you have any. . . .

Fiber Arts Group

Jul 19, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Knitting Corner

Calling all knitters, spinners, weavers, and fiber artists! If you're looking to connect with others who . . .

Mystery Book Club

Jul 19, 2025 @ 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
Riverview Room

Find out who's done it and why! The Mystery Book Club meets every 3rd Saturday of the month.  Join . . .

Computer Tutor Drop-Ins

Jul 21, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Floor - Gardenside

*Note: David Gee will be in at 11, and library assistant will be available to discuss your tech questions from . . .

Culture Passes