Island Readers & Writers

10/09/2026

What a wonderful throwback posted by Mount Desert Islander! We've grown so much!

Children’s book illustrator Jeannie Brett spent two days last week in the one-room schoolhouse here working with students to design, compose and illustrate an alphabet book. She was selected to

10/08/2026

“Art For Every Classroom” with Mike Duffy is such a fan favorite that at this year’s Dear Teacher conference we’ve built it into everyone’s schedule! Join us for the All Together Now! version of this workshop. P.S. There are still just a few full scholarships still available—apply now!

10/07/2026

We were out on the road in Washington County with author/illustrator dream team Angelico del Camp & Ricardo Liniers for a week packed with learning about graphic novels, lighthouses, art & storytelling!

09/29/2026

Join our fall program for homeschooling families and spend the day with Minquansis Sapiel on Tuesday, November 10! Participating families will receive a copy of her book, Little People of the Dawn ❤️📖🌅 Visit our website to register!

09/28/2026

School programs have kicked off! Read all about our recent visit on Isle au Haut, learning & exploring with our friends at the Maine Seacoast Mission TLC and author Kim Ridley! 🔍✏️🐟📓🌲 Link in comments to read more!

09/22/2026

Our team had a blast at the Bath Book Bash last weekend! We love supporting Maine’s creative economy & visiting with our creative friends 📖💕

09/18/2026

And they’re off! 🥳 Alison & Lisa, our School Programs team, caught the sunrise on their way to fall programs on Isle au Haut! 🌊🌅

09/15/2026

Our 2026 Dear Teacher workshops & networking sessions are more than half-way full! Register today to make sure you get your top picks, and snag one of just a few remaining FULL scholarships! 📖✏️

09/09/2026

NEW this fall: in-person or virtual professional development workshops taught by IRW staff! Select from our menu or pitch us an idea of your own. Visit our website to view details and schedule a workshop with us! ❤️📖 Link in comments!

09/04/2026

With summer ending, many libraries are shifting their storytimes schedules & we’re making seasonal updates accordingly! (P.S. Be sure to check individual library websites/social media for Labor Day closures that may not be reflected in the Finder.)