The Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library

08/28/2026

Fall into a good book... September at MCMFL - https://mailchi.mp/3edba17fce6d/fall-into-a-good-book-september-at-mcmfl

08/19/2026

Special Edition Update Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library - https://mailchi.mp/946d0cd3e51c/july-at-martha-canfield-memorial-free-library-12756535

08/18/2026

📚 What’s Coming Up at the Library! 📚

We have a great week of programs ahead at the Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library!

✏️ Last Drawing Class
Tuesday, August 18 at 10:00 AM
Join us for the final drawing class of the summer!

➗ Free Math Tutoring — Last Session Before School!
Tuesday, August 18 at 4:00 PM
Get in one last math session before heading back to school!

📖 Storytime
Thursday, August 20 at 10:00 AM
Come listen to a story and enjoy some time together at the library.

🐾 Monty’s Wildlife: Critter Care
Saturday, August 22 at 11:00 AM
What should you do if you come across a critter in need? Monty’s Wildlife will share what to do—and what not to do—when you encounter wildlife that may need help. We’ll also be making critter care kits!

Come join us—we’d love to see you! 💚📚

08/17/2026

Happy National Nonprofit Day! 💚

Today is a wonderful day to celebrate and support the nonprofits that make a difference in our communities—including your local library! 📚

The Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library is more than books. We provide a welcoming space to learn, connect, create, and grow, offering programs, resources, and opportunities for people of all ages.

Support your local nonprofit library today! Every gift helps us continue serving our community. Thank you for believing in and supporting your library! 💚

👉 Donate here: https://marthacanfieldlibrary.org/support/

08/11/2026

And that's a wrap, thank you to everyone who participated in our 2026 Summer Reading Program, Unearth a Story! We had so much fun celebrating at our wrap up party on Saturday, dinosaur fossils were made, edible dirt cups were enjoyed, prizes were chosen, and more!

08/11/2026

📚 What’s Coming Up at the Library This Week! 🌟

📖 Storytime – Thursday, August 13 at 10:00 AM
Join us for our weekly storytime—come listen, learn, and have some fun!

🧩 Puzzle Exchange – Saturday, August 15 from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Bring a puzzle you’ve finished and exchange it for a new-to-you puzzle!

☀️ A HUGE Thank You! ☀️
Our Summer Reading Program has officially wrapped up, and we want to thank everyone who participated! We also couldn’t have made it happen without all of the wonderful people who helped along the way—our program leaders, special guests, and volunteers.

Thank you for helping make this summer one filled with reading, learning, creativity, and fun! 📚❤️

💬 Help us plan the library’s future! Please take a few minutes to complete our community survey and share your ideas about what you’d like to see at the library in the years ahead.

We hope to see you at the library this week!

08/06/2026

Anne Hunter joined us this morning as our final 2026 Summer Reading Program Storytime guest, as we read, sang, learned, and crafted all about seeds. Thank you Anne for sharing a great book and craft activity, and to the kids and staff from Arlington Area Childcare for your awesome participation, enthusiasm, and helpfulness.

08/01/2026

As part of our 30th anniversary celebration, we're excited to share a new video interview with Don Keelan, who reflects on the vision, determination, and community spirit that made our library building a reality 30 years ago.

Don shares the story of the incredible courage shown by the Board of Trustees, whose leadership and commitment helped turn a dream into the beautiful library we enjoy today. He also recognizes the many townspeople whose generosity, hard work, and support made the project possible.

A special thank you goes to John Davies, who served as Clerk of the Works and helped guide the construction, and to Verrall Keelan, whose charming painted mailbox became our beloved book drop—a memorable touch that continues to welcome library visitors today.

We hope you'll take a few minutes to watch this wonderful piece of our library's history and celebrate the people who helped build not just a building, but a lasting community treasure. ❤️📚

A huge thank you to GNAT TV for filming and preparing this video!

Library Director Kyrra April sits down with General Contractor Don Keelan to reflect on the construction of the Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library’s current building from 1994 to 1996. Through photographs and personal stories, Don recalls the planning, determination, and work that went into bui...

07/31/2026

📣 We Want to Hear From You!

The Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library is creating a new Strategic Plan to help guide the library's future—and your input is an important part of that process.

Whether you visit the library every week, once a year, or haven't stopped in for a while, we want to know what matters most to you. What do you love about the library? What services or programs would you like to see? How can we better serve our community in the years ahead?

Please take a few minutes to complete our community survey. Your feedback will help shape the future of your library!

📝 Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MNXVJWF

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping us build a library that reflects the needs and interests of our community. Please feel free to share this link so we can hear from as many community members as possible!