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TOPSHAM — The Topsham Public Library has announced its March events and programming, including book discussion groups for all ages, films, music and more.
Unless otherwise noted, all events and activities are free and open to the public. The library is at 25 Foreside Road. For information and more details, including a full schedule of March events, visit topshamlibrary.org.
Some of what’s on tap for March:
Let’s Talk about It Book Discussion, beginning Tuesday, March 3. The group meets at 6 p.m. and features the Maine Humanities book discussion series, “Mysteries by Maine Authors: The Gritty Underbelly of Maine.” Books will be provided. Registration is required for the whole program. There will be meetings on the first Tuesdays of the month from March 3 through June 2. For more information visit mainehumanities.org/lets-talk/mysteries-by-maine-authors.
Mystery readers can also join the Mystery Readers Roundtable, will will meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 10. Mystery, mayhem and hot drinks are on the agend. This month’s book is “Blood Will Out,” by Walter Kirn, a true crime story.
Tween Reads, Wednesday, March 4, 5 p.m., for sixth and seventh graders, who get to discuss great books and eat pizza. Tween Reads is facilitated by Mariah & Cyndi. Registration is required theire’s enough pizza for everyone. For more information or to register call 725-1727 or email cyndi@topshamlibrary.org. March’s book is “Crash,” by Lisa McMann.
Genealogy Drop-In, Thursday, March 5, 12:30 p.m.- 2:30 p.m. A genealogy volunteer helps guide particpants through resources like Ancestry to find out more about family trees. Those attending should bring a notebook and a USB flash drive. The program runs monthly on the first Thursday.
Rescheduled February Films with “PRIDE! Boy Erased,” 5:45 p.m.- 7:45 p.m. Thursday, March 5. The film, starring Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman, and Russell Crowe. The son of a Baptist preacher is forced to participate in a church-supported gay conversion program after being forcibly outed to his parents. Rated R. Popcorn will be provided.
The March family movie is “Ponyo,” from 1 to 2:45 p.m. Saturday, March 13. When Sosuke, a young boy who lives on a clifftop overlooking the sea, rescues a stranded goldfish named Ponyo, he discovers more than he bargained for. Ponyo is a curious, energetic young creature who yearns to be human, but even as she causes chaos around the house, her father, a powerful sorcerer, schemes to return Ponyo to the sea. The movie is rated G and recommended for ages 5 and up, but all are welcome. Bring pillows and blankets for extra coziness, and popcorn will be served.
A Parent/Child Workshop will be held at 10 a.m. Fridays March 6, 13, 20 and April 3 The workshop brings together children ages birth to 5 and caregivers in a playful and interactive setting. During the workshop, caregivers and children spend quality time together playing and participating in art or sensory exploration with Miss Mariah, while professionals from local agencies will be on hand to informally chat about topics such as nutrition, play, child development, fitness, behavior, speech, and hearing. Registration is required.
Other programs include Sip ‘n Stitch, Music in March, Nature Speaks, Legos at the Library, Great Books, Music in March, Rare Reads, Men’s Book Group, Family Storytime, Saturday Kids Drop-in Activities, Reading Between the Panels graphic novel discussion group, CREA: Turtles of Maine and more.
