The library will be closed on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day.


Inside OUt

Saturday, May 24 at 10 AM

Book Launch with RSU24: Inside Out

The public is invited to attend this book launch and reading of the recently released publication "Inside Out: Art and Writing by Residents of the Hancock County Jail" in the Riverview Room.

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Family Place Workshops

Currently on Fridays at 10:30 AM

Family Place Workshops

This program series is geared toward children between the ages of 1-3, but younger and older children are welcome to attend.  Each week will address a different topic

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MAine's Quiet Beauty

May 5 - June 6, 2025

MAINE'S QUIET BEAUTY

Our May Art Show features
photographs by Dietra Semple.

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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.

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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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Digital Collections

CloudLibrary

Kanopy

Freegal Music

Libby

Browse the Minerva Catalog

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

UPCOMING EVENTS

Family Storytime

May 22, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Riverview Room

Join our story time for children aged 2 through 5 and their parents or caregivers featuring stories, songs, . . .

Union River Stamp Club (in-person)

May 22, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us for our monthly Stamp Collectors Meetup, where enthusiasts like you can share your passion and knowledge . . .

Baby Story & Play

May 23, 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 . . .

Family Place Workshop

May 23, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Riverview Room

The Ellsworth Public Library is hosting a Family Place Workshop series on five Friday mornings from 10:30 AM . . .

Riverview Creatives

May 23, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Riverview Room

Craft, Create, & Get Inspired!** Unleash your inner artist at Riverview Creatives, a hands-on crafting . . .

Culture Passes

Farnsworth Art Museum Pass Description
Oceanarium Pass Description
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Pass Description
Maine Discovery Museum Pass Description