This course covers the basics of how to use Apple’s popular iPad. The class starts with the basics of how to log on using multiple methods from passcode to touch id to face recognition technology. Apple’s iCloud service will be discussed, including how it will help secure your data and allow your data to be... Read More

Bring your unwrapped gifts, use our wrapping supplies, and even pick up a book from our YA Book Gift Away. Did you know as much as 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper ends up in landfills? The same properties that make wrapping paper so shiny and festive mean that it can’t be recycled. But it... Read More

Bring your unwrapped gifts, use our wrapping supplies, and even pick up a book from our YA Book Gift Away. Did you know as much as 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper ends up in landfills? The same properties that make wrapping paper so shiny and festive mean that it can’t be recycled. But it... Read More

Treats and books with Mrs. Claus!  Pajamas welcome.

Generative writing workshop with local short fiction authors Shannon L. Bowring and Hannah Lackoff. Through a mix of writing prompts, (optional) sharing and group discussion, participants will leave with lots of new ideas. This workshop will be held via Zoom and requires registration.  Open to any genres and adults and teens grades 7 and up.

Bring your unwrapped gifts, use our wrapping supplies, and even pick up a book from our YA Book Gift Away. Did you know as much as 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper ends up in landfills? The same properties that make wrapping paper so shiny and festive mean that it can’t be recycled. But it... Read More

Learn to decorate holiday cookies with three different techniques; wet on wet, detail icing, and layered icing. All instructions provided by Kaite Thayer of Thayer Treats, and the class includes a take home kit so you can continue what you learned at home.  Space is limited and registration is required to participate. For adults and... Read More

Bring your unwrapped gifts, use our wrapping supplies, and even pick up a book from our YA Book Gift Away. Did you know as much as 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper ends up in landfills? The same properties that make wrapping paper so shiny and festive mean that it can’t be recycled. But it... Read More

Welcome to the Patten Free Library Tiny Art auction! These 3×3 pieces of art were created by community members as part of our summer Tiny Art Show celebrating our Summer Reading Program: Oceans of Possibilities. Now you can take one (or several) of these tiny pieces home and support Patten Free Library at the same... Read More

Bring your unwrapped gifts, use our wrapping supplies, and even pick up a book from our YA Book Gift Away. Did you know as much as 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper ends up in landfills? The same properties that make wrapping paper so shiny and festive mean that it can’t be recycled. But it... Read More

A nice & naughty evening of entertainment, this is a now local favorite event! Music, Dance, Improv and more! In a new location this year, hosted by Long Reach Kitchen and Catering at the Bath Golf Club. Friday December 16th and Saturday, December 17th at 8 PM. Call Long Reach for dinner reservations. Tickets available... Read More

Bring your unwrapped gifts, use our wrapping supplies, and even pick up a book from our YA Book Gift Away. Did you know as much as 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper ends up in landfills? The same properties that make wrapping paper so shiny and festive mean that it can’t be recycled. But it... Read More

Celebrate the season with a magical, light-filled evening in Library Park.  This annual tradition will include a luminary walk, music, and baked goods provided by the Friends of the Patten Free Library. Be sure to bundle up, as all activities take place outdoors. Thanks to our sponsors Bath Brewing Company and Bath Cannibas Company.

Bath is home to many majestic private residences built during the town’s 19th century shipping and shipbuilding heyday.  Discover the enduring stories of these homes and their residents on a walk through Bath’s tree-lined neighborhoods where Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne and Victorian architecture abound. The sights and stories on this fascinating and memorable tour, led by... Read More

Take a memorable and fun walking tour of Bath, Maine, the City of Ships, the fifth largest port in the United States in its 1840s and 50s heyday. Explore the quaint streets of this vibrant, picturesque downtown with your guide, a local teacher and former educator in programs at the Library of Congress and the... Read More

Bath is home to many majestic private residences built during the town’s 19th century shipping and shipbuilding heyday.  Discover the enduring stories of these homes and their residents on a walk through Bath’s tree-lined neighborhoods where Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne and Victorian architecture abound. The sights and stories on this fascinating and memorable tour, led by... Read More