About Skidompha library
Skidompha Library: Fostering Literacy and Lifelong Learning in the Community
Skidompha Library is a non-profit organization that has been serving the community of Damariscotta, Maine since 1889. The library's mission is to support and enrich the community by fostering literacy, providing ready access to information resources, encouraging lifelong learning, and promoting cultural and social interactions.
The library's name "Skidompha" comes from a Native American word meaning "sky water," which refers to rain or snow. The name reflects the library's commitment to providing a wealth of knowledge and resources that nourish the mind like rain or snow nourishes the earth.
Skidompha Library offers a wide range of services for people of all ages. The library has an extensive collection of books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, audiobooks, e-books, and other materials that cover various topics such as history, science fiction/fantasy novels & stories for children & adults alike. Skidompha also provides access to online databases such as Ancestry.com for genealogy research.
In addition to its collection of materials Skidompha Library also offers programs designed to promote literacy and lifelong learning in our community. These programs include storytime sessions for children where they can listen to stories read aloud by trained volunteers; book clubs where members can discuss books with others who share their interests; computer classes on topics such as Microsoft Office Suite or basic internet skills; writing workshops led by published authors; lectures on various subjects ranging from local history & culture through current events around the world.
One unique feature of Skidompha Library is its interlibrary loan program which allows patrons access not only their own collection but also those held at other libraries throughout Maine via courier service provided free-of-charge by Minerva Consortium (a group consisting over 60 libraries across Maine). This means that if you cannot find what you are looking for in Skidompha's collection, you can request it from another library and have it delivered to Skidompha Library for pickup.
Skidompha Library is also a hub of cultural and social interactions in the community. The library hosts various events throughout the year such as art exhibits, concerts, author talks, and other cultural programs that bring people together to share their interests and passions. The library also provides meeting spaces for local organizations such as book clubs or writing groups.
In conclusion, Skidompha Library is an essential resource for the community of Damariscotta. It provides access to a wealth of knowledge and resources that promote literacy and lifelong learning. Its commitment to fostering cultural and social interactions makes it a vital hub of community life. Whether you are looking for books on history or science fiction/fantasy novels & stories; attending storytime sessions with your children; participating in book clubs or computer classes; attending lectures on various subjects ranging from local history & culture through current events around the world - there is something at Skidompha Library for everyone!