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Summer Classics: Moby Dick
Summer Classics: Moby Dick
Every summer we take a break from our usual book pairings to explore a classic! 2026’s selection is Herman Melville’s Moby Dick, a tale of adventure, jealousy, and whales. Kick off this year’s adventure and come back for lectures, discussions, and more. New members are always welcome! Summer Schedule Read Moby Dick That’s it.
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Summer Reading 2026
Summer Reading 2026
June 22-August 15 All Ages We will kick off Summer Reading 2026 on Friday, June 26, from 3–5 p.m. with a party! This event is full of free family fun, including a bounce house, free books, and ice cream from Zellie’s. Registration for the Summer Reading program begins on June 22, and can also
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Woolwich Residents: Thank You!
Woolwich Residents: Thank You!
We are thrilled to announce that at Wednesday’s Special Town Meeting Woolwich residents voted to approve funding of the Patten Free Library with a vote of 284 to 158! The meeting had record breaking attendance, and voters waited in long lines to case their ballots. We are deeply grateful to the residents of Woolwich for
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Summer Hours Start May 23!
Summer Hours Start May 23!
Our Summer Hours start May 23 and run until Labor Day. Monday: 10-5 Tuesday: 10-7 Wednesday: 10-7 Thursday: 10-5 Friday: 10-5 Saturday: 10-1
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Pharos, A Patten Free Library Literary Magazine
Pharos, A Patten Free Library Literary Magazine
The newest issue of Pharos, A Patten Free Library Literary Magazine is now available! This online publication features the winning pieces from this year’s Annual Writing Contest. Access it through the link below and join us in once again congratulating this year’s winners. The 11th Annual Writing Contest was open to writers of Fiction, Non-Fiction,
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