YORK VILLAGE - Visit the York Public Library for an array of events being offered in conjunction with "York Reads! One Book, One Community."
"Growing up in Maine," a collaborative oral history presentation between Sentry Hill and the Museums of Old York will be held Feb. 26 at noon. A panel of six homegrown Mainers will share stories and remembrances of their experiences growing up in Maine. Please bring questions and your own stories to share.
"Tourism in the Yorks: 20th century through Today" will be held on March 5 at noon featuring a brown bag lunch discussion and display of memorabilia and pictures of York Beach in the good old days. A lively and informative panel will share tourism in York "the way life used to be."
"Whale Watching in New England" is scheduled for March 11 at 5 p.m. Scott Mercer, founder of New England Whale Watch, began whale watching in 1978. Since then the industry has grown tremendously. Mercer will share his whale stories and provide insight as to how federal, state and local regulations affect commercial whale watching, and marine life.
Malaga Island will be the topic on March 13 at noon, with a snow date of March 20. Andy Walsh of Maine Coast Heritage Trust will present information on Malaga's natural resources. He will be joined by Professor of Anthropology Nate Hamilton of the University of Southern Maine, who led field studies on Malaga Island, who will present the archeological findings and historical background.
"Baseball and American Society: A Journey" is scheduled for March 14 at noon. Since 1996, the University of Southern Maine has offered a travel-based course that explores the game of baseball and its relationship to American society. Professor Mike Brady will speak about how the program began, what it tries to accomplish, and in what ways it has been a unique educational experience.
"Meeting the needs of the Community - Social Services in York: A Panel Discussion" will be held on March 18 at noon as an opportunity to learn and discuss how York takes care of those in need, from healthcare to housing to heating and other issues. How do we measure up?
To find out more about any of these programs, contact the York Public Library at 363-2818.
