Mt. Blue Area Garden Club provided the $500 grant to Farmington Public Library to landscape entrance areas.
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Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Maine libraries brace for cuts as federal funding faces threat
Library directors in Farmington and Kingfield warn that proposed federal cuts could jeopardize essential services used by patrons statewide.
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Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal
Summer reading program at Farmington library
FARMINGTON —The “Reading Rocks” summer reading program at Farmington Public Library, 117 Academy St., will run from Friday, June 15, through Saturday, Aug. 4. The program is for children of all ages who will read and listen to books, keep a record of their reading and win prizes donated by local businesses. All RSU No. […]
Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal
Farmington Public Library to raffle watercolor paintings
FARMINGTON — Farmington Public Library has announced that its assistant director, Elena Kohout, is the winner of a quilted Elkon Silhouette wall hanging created by Sally Rowe. The hanging was part of a quilt display at the library. Artists Anstiss Morrill and Matiana Glass will display their paintings at the Farmington Public Library during the months of June and […]
Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal
Farmington Public Library, Literacy Volunteers announce spring poetry winners
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Public Library and Literacy Volunteers of Franklin and Somerset counties have announced the winners of this spring’s poetry contest. The winners are, according to age categories: 0 to 10 years: first, Owen Knapp; second, Avery Jessen; third, Bonnie Bea Knapp. 11 to 17: first, Caroline Frank; second, Mya Kellett; third, Kalley […]
Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal
Farmington library art raffle winners
The Farmington Public Library has announced the winners of the photography raffle. Winner Mike Farrell is pictured holding “Maine Cars” by Leon Gin. The Farmington Public Library has announced the winners of the photography raffle. Winner Steve Kaiser holds a photo by Derek Hayes.
Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal
Art Quilts Maine display at Farmington Public Library
Art Quilts Maine supports members in their exploration of contemporary quilt art, inspires creativity and individuality and promotes the understanding, appreciation and recognition of contemporary quilters in the state. The goals are accomplished by the sharing of member resources, demonstrations and other activities such as workshops and exhibits. The works of over a dozen quilters […]
Posted inFranklin
Farmington library seeking more town funds
Farmington Public Library (Ann Bryant/Franklin Journal) FARMINGTON — The Farmington Public Library is seeking $199,409 from the town, $3,380 more than last year’s appropriation. Barbara Marshall, library board chairwoman, and Benjamin West, library treasurer, presented their request to the Budget Committee Wednesday. The Budget Committee and selectmen are expected to make their final recommendations on […]
Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal
Farmington Public Library raffles photography
A meet-and-greet reception for two photographers took place recently at the Farmington Public Library. The photographers shown with outgoing Library Director Maurie Stockford, are Leon Ginn, left, and Derek Hayes. The two donated three items for a raffle, which will be drawn at the end of February. One does not need to be present to […]
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Farmington librarian leaves position
Patrons of Farmington Public Library expressed good wishes to librarian Maurie Stockford of Mount Vernon on her last day at the library. Stockford has accepted a position as the new library director for RSU 40, comprising Waldoboro, Warren, Washington, Friendship and Union. (Ann Bryant/Franklin Journal)