Summer Reading begins June 15!
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For our second summer of “Building a Better World,” Thomas Memorial Library is delighted to shine a spotlight on a local organization making a difference in our community: The Locker Project is a nonprofit focused on the greater Portland area, committed to sharing fresh, nutritious food with kids and families. Through partnerships with schools, libraries, farms, and with the help of more than 200 active volunteers, the Locker Project tackles food insecurity with a generous heart and a splash of fun – truly helping to build a better world.
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To uplift the incredible work of the Locker Project, TML invites readers of all ages to participate in our summer reading program! From June 15 - August 15, the library will offer anyone (local or otherwise) the opportunity to complete our challenges and compete for a range of fun prizes. We’ll also host an array of programs and events relating to the mission of the Locker Project, who will be featured in a special gallery downstairs for the entire month of July. Visit our website to learn about the summer reading program and upcoming summer reading events!
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The Locker Project was one of fifteen nonprofit organizations that applied for TML’s new Community Spotlight initiative. The TML Committee, an advisory board appointed by the Town Council, reviewed the applications and selected this year’s organization during their March, 2026 meeting. Each year, a different nonprofit organization will be selected through this process to be highlighted in TML’s annual summer reading programs. To learn more about the Locker Project and how you can support them, check out their website. We can’t wait to build a better world with them!
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Summer Reading Kick-Off Event!
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Community Picnic and Food Drive |
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Saturday, June 20
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
on the library’s front lawn (If it is raining, we will move the event inside.)
Come kick off Summer Reading at the library with a picnic!
Bring your own blanket and lunch. We’ll provide the fun!
Live music provided by classical guitar player, Bruno Panunzio! We are also encouraging everyone to bring a food item to donate to The Locker Project: Donations Needed Click the links below to view lists of needed items, or stop by the library to pick up print-outs!
C.A.R.E. (Culturally Appropriate Resources & Essentials) Pantry Staples
Snacks Shelf-Stable Protein |
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Below are just a few of the new items recently added to our collection. Click on an image to go to the catalog to place a hold. |
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Tell us about your reading preferences and we'll email you once a month with recommendations of books you can borrow from our own collection! |
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Celebrate the journey of growing up this June with Kanopy’s Growing up in June: Coming of Age Films collection. From heartfelt dramas to lighthearted comedies, these stories explore self-discovery, friendship, identity, and the challenges and joys of adolescence. Below are just a few of the films available on this theme.
View the entire collection in your Kanopy account here.
Don't have a Kanopy account yet?
Find out more here.
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| YardScaping:
From Lawns to Landscape |
Thursday, June 11
5:00 - 7:00 pm |
Are you enjoying your yard as much as you’d like to?
Are you wondering how to maintain
your yard without pesticides? |
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Join us for an informative evening with Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District and learn how to swap your lawn and associated maintenance for pollinator gardens, vegetative buffers, edible landscapes, groundcovers, rain gardens, and other natural landscapes you can choose from to make your yard work for you. Bring a layout of your yard
(drawings, satellite image, pictures)
for free technical assistance from the instructor!
Free site visits may also be available. No registration necessary! |
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| Invasive Plants in Maine
with CELT
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Thursday, June 18
6:30 - 7:30 pm |
Join Mike Hankes, a member of Cape Elizabeth Land Trust's Stewardship Committee, for a talk about the invasive plant species found in Cape Elizabeth. Throughout the program, Mike will teach the audience how to identify specific plants, all about eradication strategies, and why invasive species pose a threat to an ecosystem. He will bring in samples of actual invasive plants found in town, for participants to touch and photograph, in order to sharpen their identification skills. No registration necessary!
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NOTE: CELT will have a sign-up sheet at the talk, and if enough interest is garnered, Mike will host a walk at Runaway Farm the following week to see the plants in their natural environment! Participants on the walk should meet at the upper parking lot at Gull Crest field off Spurwink Ave, and be prepared to go on a gentle hike, rain or shine. All participants must register at least at least 48 hours in advance of the walking program to receive notification of changes or cancellation. |
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It's National Garden Week! |
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THIS WEEK'S PROGRAMS & EVENTS |
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Adventuring Through Maine:
Discover Maine's Hidden Gems
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| Tuesday, June 16
6:30 - 7:30 pm Don't know where to plan your next weekend trip? Whether you are new to Maine or a lifelong resident, there is bound to be something for everyone in this delightful talk with Nigel Osborne of the Maine State Visitor Information Center. Nigel, who moved to Maine with his family of 6 in 2002, brings his deep industry knowledge home to Maine—connecting local businesses, communities, and travelers while helping both visitors and residents discover the state’s most memorable and lesser-known experiences. Complete with travel guide and a highway map for everyone, this fun program is one you won't want to miss! No registration necessary! |
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| The election will take place on Tuesday, June 9 Location: Cape Elizabeth High School (near the Pool)
Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m
To view a sample ballot for your party and district, please visit the Elections and Voting page on the Town website. |
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Town Is Seeking FlashVote Panelists |
Do you have one minute a month
to help make Cape Elizabeth better? |
In support of the Town Council's goal of promoting informed and engaged citizenry, the Town of Cape Elizabeth has partnered with FlashVote to engage the community and gather valuable input from residents to inform our decisions. FlashVote is a scientific polling platform used by local governments to gather quick, confidential feedback from a broad, representative cross-section of the community.
Sign up takes less than one minute, and your input is always kept anonymous. Personal or demographic information collected by FlashVote is never shared with the City or anyone else. When residents sign up, they can determine how surveys are received – whether by email, text or phone call. They will receive a notification whenever there is a new survey, and they will have 48 hours to participate before voting closes. Once a survey is closed, everyone who participated will automatically receive a summary of the overall results and be able to see how their responses compare to the group.
We encourage residents to sign up here now:
https://www.flashvote.com/capeelizabethme
or call 775-235-2240 to participate by phone or text only.
Sign up now so you don’t miss the first survey – coming soon! |
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