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  1. Brunswick library lets patrons borrow more than 1,500 gadgets and tools

    The #LibraryOfThings in #BrunswickME offers tools, toys, appliances, and more for residents to use for their occasional needs.

    Author: Christian Harsa
    Published: 7:23 PM EST November 8, 2025

    BRUNSWICK, Maine — "There are plenty of things people buy, use once, then never find a need for again. It may be a pasta maker gathering dust or a steel drum long forgotten, but those tools and others can be found at the #CurtisMemorialLibrary in Brunswick all for free.

    "The idea comes in part from the library's dedication to #sustainability.

    "Kelly McElligott, a librarian and manager at the library, explained more about the Library of Things while indexing a shelf full of tools, safety equipment, and other #DIY gadgets.

    " 'You may just need to use it only one time, and you can borrow it from us without having to purchase it,' she said.

    "McElligott has borrowed from the Library of Things occasionally, too. In fact, she said she once checked out the popover tins for some baking and likes to peruse the conversation starter cards.

    "The collection of goods also came in handy when her basement flooded.

    " 'I got one of the industrial fans and let it blow for days and hope that fixed it,' she said with a chuckle.

    "Built up over a few years, the Library of Things offers the residents of Brunswick and #HarpswellME access to items they may not want to buy but still need. Plus, for a fee, residents from other communities can check out things, too.

    "From those who need a KitchenAid mixer or are hoping to become a #DIYFixer, the Curtis Memorial Library has more than 1,500 items, plus some informational classes too.

    " 'We did a #DIYPlumbing class, and then we bought the equipment you would need that were talked about in the program so you then you could go home and say, 'I can fix that myself,' McElligott said."

    Read more:
    newscentermaine.com/article/ne

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/p7lL5

    #SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesOfThings #LibraryOfThingsMaine #BorrowDontBuy #SharingEconomy #LibrariesRule !

  2. Brunswick library lets patrons borrow more than 1,500 gadgets and tools

    The #LibraryOfThings in #BrunswickME offers tools, toys, appliances, and more for residents to use for their occasional needs.

    Author: Christian Harsa
    Published: 7:23 PM EST November 8, 2025

    BRUNSWICK, Maine — "There are plenty of things people buy, use once, then never find a need for again. It may be a pasta maker gathering dust or a steel drum long forgotten, but those tools and others can be found at the #CurtisMemorialLibrary in Brunswick all for free.

    "The idea comes in part from the library's dedication to #sustainability.

    "Kelly McElligott, a librarian and manager at the library, explained more about the Library of Things while indexing a shelf full of tools, safety equipment, and other #DIY gadgets.

    " 'You may just need to use it only one time, and you can borrow it from us without having to purchase it,' she said.

    "McElligott has borrowed from the Library of Things occasionally, too. In fact, she said she once checked out the popover tins for some baking and likes to peruse the conversation starter cards.

    "The collection of goods also came in handy when her basement flooded.

    " 'I got one of the industrial fans and let it blow for days and hope that fixed it,' she said with a chuckle.

    "Built up over a few years, the Library of Things offers the residents of Brunswick and #HarpswellME access to items they may not want to buy but still need. Plus, for a fee, residents from other communities can check out things, too.

    "From those who need a KitchenAid mixer or are hoping to become a #DIYFixer, the Curtis Memorial Library has more than 1,500 items, plus some informational classes too.

    " 'We did a #DIYPlumbing class, and then we bought the equipment you would need that were talked about in the program so you then you could go home and say, 'I can fix that myself,' McElligott said."

    Read more:
    newscentermaine.com/article/ne

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/p7lL5

    #SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesOfThings #LibraryOfThingsMaine #BorrowDontBuy #SharingEconomy #LibrariesRule !

  3. Brunswick library lets patrons borrow more than 1,500 gadgets and tools

    The #LibraryOfThings in #BrunswickME offers tools, toys, appliances, and more for residents to use for their occasional needs.

    Author: Christian Harsa
    Published: 7:23 PM EST November 8, 2025

    BRUNSWICK, Maine — "There are plenty of things people buy, use once, then never find a need for again. It may be a pasta maker gathering dust or a steel drum long forgotten, but those tools and others can be found at the #CurtisMemorialLibrary in Brunswick all for free.

    "The idea comes in part from the library's dedication to #sustainability.

    "Kelly McElligott, a librarian and manager at the library, explained more about the Library of Things while indexing a shelf full of tools, safety equipment, and other #DIY gadgets.

    " 'You may just need to use it only one time, and you can borrow it from us without having to purchase it,' she said.

    "McElligott has borrowed from the Library of Things occasionally, too. In fact, she said she once checked out the popover tins for some baking and likes to peruse the conversation starter cards.

    "The collection of goods also came in handy when her basement flooded.

    " 'I got one of the industrial fans and let it blow for days and hope that fixed it,' she said with a chuckle.

    "Built up over a few years, the Library of Things offers the residents of Brunswick and #HarpswellME access to items they may not want to buy but still need. Plus, for a fee, residents from other communities can check out things, too.

    "From those who need a KitchenAid mixer or are hoping to become a #DIYFixer, the Curtis Memorial Library has more than 1,500 items, plus some informational classes too.

    " 'We did a #DIYPlumbing class, and then we bought the equipment you would need that were talked about in the program so you then you could go home and say, 'I can fix that myself,' McElligott said."

    Read more:
    newscentermaine.com/article/ne

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/p7lL5

    #SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesOfThings #LibraryOfThingsMaine #BorrowDontBuy #SharingEconomy #LibrariesRule !

  4. Brunswick library lets patrons borrow more than 1,500 gadgets and tools

    The #LibraryOfThings in #BrunswickME offers tools, toys, appliances, and more for residents to use for their occasional needs.

    Author: Christian Harsa
    Published: 7:23 PM EST November 8, 2025

    BRUNSWICK, Maine — "There are plenty of things people buy, use once, then never find a need for again. It may be a pasta maker gathering dust or a steel drum long forgotten, but those tools and others can be found at the #CurtisMemorialLibrary in Brunswick all for free.

    "The idea comes in part from the library's dedication to #sustainability.

    "Kelly McElligott, a librarian and manager at the library, explained more about the Library of Things while indexing a shelf full of tools, safety equipment, and other #DIY gadgets.

    " 'You may just need to use it only one time, and you can borrow it from us without having to purchase it,' she said.

    "McElligott has borrowed from the Library of Things occasionally, too. In fact, she said she once checked out the popover tins for some baking and likes to peruse the conversation starter cards.

    "The collection of goods also came in handy when her basement flooded.

    " 'I got one of the industrial fans and let it blow for days and hope that fixed it,' she said with a chuckle.

    "Built up over a few years, the Library of Things offers the residents of Brunswick and #HarpswellME access to items they may not want to buy but still need. Plus, for a fee, residents from other communities can check out things, too.

    "From those who need a KitchenAid mixer or are hoping to become a #DIYFixer, the Curtis Memorial Library has more than 1,500 items, plus some informational classes too.

    " 'We did a #DIYPlumbing class, and then we bought the equipment you would need that were talked about in the program so you then you could go home and say, 'I can fix that myself,' McElligott said."

    Read more:
    newscentermaine.com/article/ne

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/p7lL5

    #SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesOfThings #LibraryOfThingsMaine #BorrowDontBuy #SharingEconomy #LibrariesRule !

  5. Brunswick library lets patrons borrow more than 1,500 gadgets and tools

    The #LibraryOfThings in #BrunswickME offers tools, toys, appliances, and more for residents to use for their occasional needs.

    Author: Christian Harsa
    Published: 7:23 PM EST November 8, 2025

    BRUNSWICK, Maine — "There are plenty of things people buy, use once, then never find a need for again. It may be a pasta maker gathering dust or a steel drum long forgotten, but those tools and others can be found at the #CurtisMemorialLibrary in Brunswick all for free.

    "The idea comes in part from the library's dedication to #sustainability.

    "Kelly McElligott, a librarian and manager at the library, explained more about the Library of Things while indexing a shelf full of tools, safety equipment, and other #DIY gadgets.

    " 'You may just need to use it only one time, and you can borrow it from us without having to purchase it,' she said.

    "McElligott has borrowed from the Library of Things occasionally, too. In fact, she said she once checked out the popover tins for some baking and likes to peruse the conversation starter cards.

    "The collection of goods also came in handy when her basement flooded.

    " 'I got one of the industrial fans and let it blow for days and hope that fixed it,' she said with a chuckle.

    "Built up over a few years, the Library of Things offers the residents of Brunswick and #HarpswellME access to items they may not want to buy but still need. Plus, for a fee, residents from other communities can check out things, too.

    "From those who need a KitchenAid mixer or are hoping to become a #DIYFixer, the Curtis Memorial Library has more than 1,500 items, plus some informational classes too.

    " 'We did a #DIYPlumbing class, and then we bought the equipment you would need that were talked about in the program so you then you could go home and say, 'I can fix that myself,' McElligott said."

    Read more:
    newscentermaine.com/article/ne

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/p7lL5

    #SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesOfThings #LibraryOfThingsMaine #BorrowDontBuy #SharingEconomy #LibrariesRule !

  6. The #MaineGearLibraryNetwork.

    "The Maine Gear Library Network exists to share resources and knowledge in order to grow equitable and low-barrier access to outdoor gear for communities across the state.

    Gear libraries statewide:
    Adaptive Outdoor Education Center – #BrunswickME
    Katahdin Gear Library – #MillinocketME
    #KindlingCollective#PortlandME
    Maine Bound Adventure Center – #OronoME
    #MaineGearShare#BrunswickME
    Skowhegan Outdoors – #SkowheganME
    #OldTownME / #OronoME Gear Library – In Development

    Partners:
    #CurtisMemorialLibrary of Things – #BrunswickME
    #Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness – #BangorME
    Maine Office of Outdoor Recreation – Statewide

    The Maine Gear Library Network is a growing coalition of community organizations working together to make outdoor adventures more #accessible, #affordable, and #sustainable.

    From #tents and #backpacks to #snowshoes and #kayaks, gear libraries around the state are helping more people get outside, regardless of income, experience, or zip code. By sharing resources and knowledge, the Maine Gear Library Network is building a culture of collaboration and sharing, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to explore and enjoy Maine’s incredible natural places.


    What is a Gear Library?

    A gear library is a community-powered lending program that provides low-cost access to outdoor equipment, such as kayaks, #bikes, backpacks, snowshoes, and more. Their models may differ, but these gear libraries share a common goal of supporting equitable access to the outdoors by removing the barrier of gear ownership, inviting more #Mainers to connect with nature."

    FMI:
    mainegearshare.org/maine-gear-

    #SolarPunkSunday #BorrowDontBuy #SharingEconomy #SpendTimeInNature #Kayaks #Hiking #Maine #GearHub #GearLibraries #SpendTimeOutdoors #BikeTooter #Biking #Kayaking #Camping

  7. [1/2] #PineTreeActivism - #NoKings3 #MaineEvents / #NHEvents

    #AuburnME: 12-1:30PM - Court St & Main St, Longley Bridge, Auburn
    #AugustaME: 12-5:00PM - Maine State House, Augusta
    #BangorME: 12-2:00PM - Main St (West Market Sq>Paul Bunyan), Bangor
    #BarHarborME: 10-11:00AM – Village Green, Bar Harbor
    #BathME: 10:00AM-2:00PM - From Library Park to the bridge, Bath
    #BelfastME: 1-3:00PM - Post Office Square, 1 Franklin St, Belfast
    #BethelME: 2-5:00PM - Bethel Common, 21 Broad St, Bethel
    #BridgtonME: 12-3:00PM - Shorey Park, Main St, Bridgton
    #BrooksME: 11AM-12:00PM – ME-7 bridge downtown, Brooks
    #BrunswickME: 11:00-1:00PM - 195 Maine Street, Brunswick
    #BucksportME: 12:30-2:30PM - Veterans Memorial Bridge, Bucksport
    #CalaisME: 12-2:00PM - Flatiron Park, North & Main St, Calais
    #CarrabassettValleyME: 8-10:00AM - Town Office, Carrabassett Valley
    #CastineME: 1-3:00PM - Court St & School St, Castine
    #CherryfieldME: 12-2:00PM - Stewart Park, US Rt 1 & Main St, Cherryfield
    #DamariscottaME / #NewcastleME: 12-1:00PM on the bridge, Damariscotta
    #DeerIsleME: 12-12:30PM – Mill Pond Park, 22 Main St, Deer Isle
    #DexterME: 12-1:00PM - Main St & Church St, Dexter
    #DoverNH: 11:00AM-1:00PM - Lower Square, Dover
    #EastportME: 10-11:00AM - 1 Washingon St, Eastport
    #EllsworthME: 12-1:30PM – Ellsworth City Hall, 1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth
    #FarmingtonME: 12-1:30PM - 196 Main St to south, Farmington
    #FortKentME: 1-3:00PM - 1 Monument Square, Fort Kent

    Source:
    bsky.app/profile/pinetreeactiv

    #MaineResists #NHResists #NoKings #NoThrones

  8. #MaineVoicesForPalestinianRights
    Recurring #Standouts & #MiniRallies

    #BangorME
    Wednesday - 12PM Noon
    6 State St (Kenduskeag Bridge)

    Bangor
    Saturday - 11AM
    Peirce Park

    #BelfastME
    Sunday - 12PM Noon
    Post Office Square

    #BlueHillME
    Saturday - 12PM Noon
    Blue Hill Town Hall

    #BucksportME
    Saturday - 12:30PM
    Bucksport-Verona Bridge

    #BrunswickME
    Thursday - 12PM Noon
    Maine St (at Tontine Mall)

    Brunswick
    Friday - 5PM
    Maine Street (by Walgreens)

    #CamdenME
    Friday - 5PM
    Camden Village Green

    #DoverFoxcroftME
    Saturday - 9AM
    Main Street Bridge

    #EllsworthME
    Sunday - 12PM Noon
    Union River Bridge

    #FarmingtonME
    Saturday - 10AM
    Post Office

    #NewcastleME
    Thursday - 3PM
    Newcastle-#Damariscotta Bridge

    #PortlandME
    Saturday - 1PM
    Longfellow Square

    #PortsmouthNH
    Saturday-Thursday - 12PM Noon
    Market Square

    #RocklandME
    2nd + 4th Thursdays - 4PM
    Main St & Park St

    #SacoME
    Friday - 3:30PM
    General Dynamics

    Source:
    mvprights.org/events#block-a15

    #MaineResists #NHResists #MaineEvents #FreePalestine
    #Genocide #Gaza #FoodIsLife #WaterIsLife #HumanRights #HumanRightsAreNeverWrong
    #IsraeliWarCrimes #BibiIsAWarCriminal
    #MaineVoicesForPeace

  9. #NoKings2 - SATURDAY, OCT 18

    "On #October18, millions of us are rising again to show the world: America has #NoKings, and The Power Belongs to the People.

    Official as listed NO KINGS events in Maine & NH as of October 13th

    #AuburnME: 12-2PM - Court St, Longley Bridge
    #AugustaME: 1-3PM - Rt 202 Memorial Bridge
    #BangorME: 12-2PM - Broadway Park
    #BathME: 1-2PM - Sagadahoc Bridge
    #BelfastME: 2-5PM - 34 Commerical St
    #BlueHillME: 12-1PM – In front of Town Hall
    #BridgtonME: 12-2PM - Shorey Park, Main St
    #BrunswickME: 11:30-12:30PM - 191 Maine Street
    #CalaisME: 11-12:30PM - Flatiron Park, North & Main St
    #CastineME: 1-3PM – Castine Common, 86 Court St
    #CherryfieldME: 12-2PM - Stewart Park, US Rt 1 & Main St
    #ConwayNH: 12-2:00PM - 4 Corners, NH 16 & NH 153
    #DexterME: 12-1:00PM - 2 Post Office Rd/1 Church St
    #DoverFoxcroftME: 1-2PM - Main St Bridge
    #EllsworthME: 12-1:30PM – City Hall, 1 City Hall Plaza
    #Farmington: 11-12:30PM - 196 Main St
    #FreeportME: 8-11:00AM - 134 Main St
    #HoultonME: 11-12:00PM – North St near Domino's/Walgreens
    #LubecME: 11-12:00PM - Washington St & Main St
    #MachiasME: 12-1PM - 16 O'Brien Ave, bottom of College Hill
    #Ogunquit: 12-1PM – US Rt 1 in front of Post Office
    #OxfordHills: 11-1:00PM - Fair St, Norway & Main St, #SouthParisME
    #PortlandME: 1:30-3:00PM - Deering Oaks Park, State St & Park
    #PortsmouthNH: 1-3PM - Market Sq
    #PresqueIsleME: 10-11:30AM - 1 North St
    #RocklandME: 12-1:00PM – Chapman Park, 294 Main St
    #RumfordME: 12-1:00PM - Rumford Info Center, Rt 2
    #SacoME: 10-12:00PM - Saco Transportation Center, 138 Main St
    #SanfordME: 1-3:00PM - Sanford City Hall, 919 Main St
    #SouthPortlandME: 11-12:00PM - Erskine Park, B'way & Waterman
    #SouthwestHarborME: 11-12:30PM - 315 Main St
    #VinalhavenME: 9-11AM - Bandstand, Main St
    #WatervilleME: 10-12:00PM - March> UU Church, 69 Silver St
    #WayneME: 9-10:00AM - Maine Rt 133 On the Bridge
    #WellsME: 1:30-2:30PM - Wells Jr High School, 1470 Post Rd
    #WiscassetME: 10-11:00AM - Rt 1 Wiscasset Bridge
    #WolfeboroNH: 12-2PM - 153 S Main St & Center
    #YarmouthME - 9-9:45AM (then Freeport) - Town Hall, 200 Main
    #YorkME: 10-11:00AM - York Town Hall, 186 York St

    Check for updates: PineTreeActivism.org
    Submit events: [email protected]

    #MaineResists #NHResists #ResistFascism #Resistance #NoCrowns
    #NoThrones #October18th #MaineEvents #NHEvents

  10. #Mainers! Here's your chance to help fight #EmeraldAshBorer!

    #MaineForestryService - Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis) Update

    September 22, 2025

    "Since 2019, MFS has been releasing parasitoid wasps for the long-term management of emerald ash borer (#EAB) in the forests of Maine. These are tiny, non-stinging members of the order Hymenoptera, and they specialize in EAB. In most cases, they will not keep the mature trees already in the forest alive, but there is evidence from other states that have had EAB longer than we have that these #wasps provide protection to the seedlings and saplings as they grow. We are attempting to release them in as many areas with EAB as possible so that they can eventually spread throughout the state, allowing ash to remain in #Maine’s forests.

    "As of 2025, we have released these #parasitoids in 20 sites throughout the range of EAB. Of the ten sites that are at the stage where we can start monitoring for their establishment, we have recovered one or both of Spathius or Tetrastichus at five of them: four in #YorkCounty and one in northern #Aroostook. We are still years away from actual control of EAB, but it is encouraging to start recovering parasitoids.

    "With the many new detections of EAB in Maine in recent years, we would like to establish new biological control release sites. The ash-dominated forests that serve as release sites can be public or privately owned. Many of our cooperators are private woodlot owners. Ideally, we would like to ship biological control directly to a local landowner or manager and have them conduct releases after training by MFS. The releases take 5-15 minutes, 4-6 times a summer for two summers. We are looking for new release sites in areas where EAB has recently become established. Specifically, we would like to find sites in or near #BarHarborME, #SolonME, #BelfastME, the #BathME / #BrunswickME area, #CoastalMaine south of #PortlandME, and #WesternMaine west of #LewistonME. If you have forested land in one of these areas and are potentially interested in having it become a biological release site, please review the guidelines and information about EAB biocontrol available on-line, and email foresthealth @ maine . gov (no spaces) with the town in which your ash stand is, the approximate acreage of ash, and the coordinates (approximate is fine) of the stand. If it looks like your land would be suitable for a biological control site, we will reach out to you."

    Source:
    Emailed newsletter

    Link to guidelines (PDF):
    maine.gov/dacf/mfs/forest_heal

    #InvasiveSpecies #AshTrees #SaveTheForests #ProtectTheSacred #Wabanaki #Basketry #SolarPunkSunday #Biocontrol

  11. #MaineVoicesForPalestinianRights

    "We are a group of people from #Maine and beyond who stand in solidarity with the #Palestinian people and seek to amplify their movement of liberation from occupation and #apartheid."

    Recurring Standouts & Mini-Rallies

    #BangorME
    Wednesday - 12PM Noon
    6 State St (Kenduskeag Bridge)

    #BelfastME
    Sunday - 12PM Noon
    Post Office Square

    #BlueHillME
    Saturday - 12PM Noon
    Blue Hill Town Hall

    #BrunswickME
    Thursday - 12PM Noon
    Maine St (at Tontine Mall)

    #BrunswickME
    Friday - 5PM
    Maine Street (by Walgreens)

    #BucksportME
    Saturday - 12:30PM
    Bucksport-Verona Bridge

    #CamdenME
    Friday - 5PM
    Camden Village Green

    #DoverFoxcroftME
    Saturday - 9AM
    Main Street Bridge

    #EllsworthME
    Sunday - 12PM Noon
    Union River Bridge

    #FarmingtonME
    Saturday - 11AM
    Post Office

    #HoultonME
    Friday - 1PM
    Peace Pole

    #NewcastleME
    Thursday - 3PM
    Veterans Park

    #PortlandME
    Saturday - 12PM Noon
    Post Office Park

    #RocklandME
    2nd + 4th Thursdays - 3PM
    Main St & Park St

    #SacoME
    First Friday, Monthly - 2:30PM
    General Dynamics

    #WatervilleME
    Monday - 11:30AM
    Main St & Temple St

    mvprights.org/events#block-a15

    #FreeGaza #EndGenocide #HumanRights #Maine #MaineResists
    #MaineEvents #FreePalestine
    #MaineVoicesForPeace #ResistAuthoritarianism
    #ResistFascism #USPol #WorldPol #FreePalestine #Gaza #WorldWarBibi
    #BibiIsAWarCriminal #Genocide #MaineCoalitionForPalestine #MaineVoicesForPeace #PeaceActionMaine #MaineDSA #JVP
    #Palestine #NoWar #PeaceWorks
    #HumanRightsAreNeverWrong