University of New England - Innovation for a Healthier Planet

Read ME Statewide Summer Reading Program

We are participating in the Read ME summer reading program offered by the Maine State Library and the Maine Writer’s & Publishers Alliance. Each year two titles by emerging Maine authors are selected to be read and discussed at local libraries. The series features author talks and discussions across the state. This summer’s featured books […]

UNE Pride

Find resources to support the LGBTQIA+ community this pride month using UNE’s Community Equity & Diversity Library Resource Initiative website. This website features books, articles, films, podcasts, many of which have been suggested by the UNE Community, in support and understanding of our LBGTQIA+ community members.

Library Staff Updates

We welcome two new librarians to our staff and congratulate Sonya Durney on the completion of her Ph.D.! Welcoming Ann Price Ann Price is the new Access Services Librarian at Ketchum Library. Prior to coming to UNE, she was the Community Resources Coordinator at Portland Public Library. Ann has a Master of Library and Information […]

Bendable Resources for Maine Summers

Maine’s lifelong learning platform has resources to help you get into the great outdoors and enjoy Maine’s summers. Learn about animal tracking, how to identify trees on a hike, how baby birds learn to sing or how fungi move. Content is created and curated by local experts and is free for all Maine residents.

Drag Story Hour

Drag Queen Story Hour

April 27, 2023

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Ketchum Library Art Gallery

Patty Bourrée is a Boston-based drag queen known for her big voice and hilarious storytelling. She appears regularly around New England in her original one-woman shows including ArtPatty, Are You Mad at Me?, and Another Evening with Patty Bourrée. The director of Boston’s chapter of Drag Story Hour, Patty has also performed at libraries and […]

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

May 3, 2023

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Ketchum Library Art Gallery

Join us for a weekly exploration of mindful-awareness practices that will help you to build a friendly relationship with your mind and allow you space to relax and reflect. We will meet for 30 minutes on Wednesdays to cultivate curiosity and happiness, with guided activities such as reflective writing, walking meditation, and focus on the […]

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

April 26, 2023

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Ketchum Library Art Gallery

Join us for a weekly exploration of mindful-awareness practices that will help you to build a friendly relationship with your mind and allow you space to relax and reflect. We will meet for 30 minutes on Wednesdays to cultivate curiosity and happiness, with guided activities such as reflective writing, walking meditation, and focus on the […]

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

April 19, 2023

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Ketchum Library Art Gallery

Join us for a weekly exploration of mindful-awareness practices that will help you to build a friendly relationship with your mind and allow you space to relax and reflect. We will meet for 30 minutes on Wednesdays to cultivate curiosity and happiness, with guided activities such as reflective writing, walking meditation, and focus on the […]

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

April 12, 2023

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Ketchum Library Art Gallery

Join us for a weekly exploration of mindful-awareness practices that will help you to build a friendly relationship with your mind and allow you space to relax and reflect. We will meet for 30 minutes on Wednesdays to cultivate curiosity and happiness, with guided activities such as reflective writing, walking meditation, and focus on the […]

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

Be Here Now: Practices for Mindfulness

April 5, 2023

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Ketchum Library Art Gallery

Join us for a weekly exploration of mindful-awareness practices that will help you to build a friendly relationship with your mind and allow you space to relax and reflect. We will meet for 30 minutes on Wednesdays to cultivate curiosity and happiness, with guided activities such as reflective writing, walking meditation, and focus on the […]