The library has been closed since mid-March, but has been offering its books and programming virtually.
Portland Public Library
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland Public Library furloughs 24 employees
PORTLAND — Portland Public Library has temporarily furloughed 24 full- and part-time employees as a result of the library’s extended closure due to the ongoing public health pandemic. The furloughs are effective until May 30. Health and other benefits will be maintained during the furlough period. The library has retained 46 staff to provide the […]
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Immigrant center, library release guide for new Mainers
PORTLAND — The Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center and Portland Public Library have teamed up to create a New Mainer’s Guide to Greater Portland to help newcomers navigate the resources available in southern Maine. The guidebook includes information on food and shelter, legal support, health care, community organizations, education and career advancement opportunities. The guides […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books
Judy Moody turns 20 (but she’s still in third grade)
Megan McDonald, the best-selling writer behind the Judy Moody and Stink books, comes to Maine.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The humble Farmer: Quitting while you’re ahead – or before you’re booed off stage
A football player’s early retirement leads humble to ponder what it would take to get a performer to put down the mic.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Libraries can reach people in deep need
With a social worker on staff, a library is uniquely positioned to connect patrons with mental health and other services.