Maine to restart interlibrary loan program Sept. 3

The van service that delivers books and other materials to libraries across the state was suspended for several months while a new contract award was appealed.

Maine interlibrary loans to resume after board approves book delivery service

However, it remains unclear when the service that delivers books to libraries across the state will restart.

Maine interlibrary loan system on hold for weeks because of contract dispute

Library directors throughout the state say temporarily losing the book sharing will be a challenge going into their busiest time of year.

Maine State Library reopens in temporary quarters in Augusta

The smaller space means computer usage requires a reservation, and a majority of the library's collection is stored offsite but can be retrieved and made available at the new 242 State St. location.

Maine State Library to open at new Augusta location next year

The public section of the library is expected to open in early 2021 at 242 State St., while some offices and materials will be stored at a Winthrop warehouse.

Auburn Public Library offers Maine Bicentennial book group

Community read of ‘We Took to the Woods’ kicks off yearlong program

Maine’s Mid-Century Moment Bicentennial Event will offer presentations throughout the year

Reading of ‘Perseverance’ to be presented in free event

Preview of new play by Maine playwright takes center stage at Maine State Library

Story of suffragist, labor activist headlines upcoming talk

Multi-media presentation about Rose Schneiderman to be featured at the Maine State Library in Augusta

Maine State Museum to host Bike Day

The Maine State Museum, Bicycle Coalition of Maine and the Maine State Library will host the family-friendly event to help commemorate the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage.