Library News

August 24, 2026 There is still time to read a book before the library’s season ends on September 5! Please visit the library to check out or return a book or to find a quiet spot here to read. We are open regular hours this week: Monday through Saturday, 9-12, and...

August 10, 2026 Hello, Library Friends! I am delighted to return as the librarian at Hancock Point Library. Thank you to Emily Valente and the board for welcoming me back and helping my family get settled. I look forward to seeing you and talking about books - please...

Hello Library Friends! This is a busy week at the library. Read about all of our events below: TODAY--Monday July 27th from 5-6:15 College of the Atlantic Streaming Event ( this is a part of the COA Summer Institute Event and will be live-streamed on a projector...

July 13th, 2026 Greetings library friends and patrons! As people are coming a going, please remember to shake out the cottage for library book returns. Don't forget you can use the book drop on the porch! Books have always been a two week checkout period, with no...

July 6th, 2026 Greetings library friends and patrons! After a hot start the library is off and running! Here's this week's news: We've adjusted the start times of our July Tea Times to accommodate those wanting to also attend the Monteaux Concerts -- our special Tea...

June 30th, 2026 Greetings library friends and patrons!  The Hancock Point Library will open for its 113th season at 9 AM on Weds July 1st.   The Library is looking in tip-top shape and our iconic octagonal table is chock-full of crisp new titles for you to pursue. ...

August 25, 2025 Hello, Library Friends! It is difficult to believe that this is the last week of the library’s season. There is time to check out one more book you’ve been meaning to read. And thank you for returning your library books by Saturday! We are open regular...

August 18, 2025 Hello, Library Friends! Please visit the library and check out a book (or books) to read this week. We are open regular hours (M-Sat 9-12 and MWF 3-5). We also have Tea Time this week and our final Storytime for the season. Hope to see you at Hancock...

July 28th, 2025 Thank you, library friends!  Our Biennial Book, Bake & Art Sale was a huge success thanks to everyone who donated and everyone who shopped. We’re so grateful for your support—THANK YOU, HP! HAPPENING THIS WEEK: Special Teatime with speaker Bill...

July 15th, 2025 Greetings! Thank you to everyone who has dropped off membership cards and donations for the book sale.  They are all very much appreciated! Here is the library news– *Author Presentation Weds. July 23, 4PM with Newbery Honor winner and Hancock Point...