New Mysteries from Bestselling Deer Isle Authors Kathryn Lasky and Tom Ricks, two bestselling Deer Isle authors, have changed genres late in their writing careers. Kathryn Lasky, beloved children's and young adult author, releases her second book in a new Georgia O'Keeffe mystery series for adults, Mortal Radiance, this summer. Tom Ricks, renowned military … Continue reading "Seaside Series: Kathryn Lasky & Tom Ricks"

Tree identification story time and garden activity with SPL and led by Mary Cevasco. The Story Garden Series will run on the second Saturday of every month through September, featuring a different theme each month. Ideal for kids ages 4-10, all ages welcome. No RSVP required.

Visit the studio where inspiration is transformed into contemporary artist-made lighting. Take home a Modernmaine votive holder. Studio visit with Modernmaine founder and designer Julie Morringello. Learn how she creates unique light fixtures for homes and businesses. Her work crosses traditional boundaries, in that it is both functional and sculptural, and created from a combination … Continue reading "Downeast with SPL: Modernmaine"

The History of Sound Ben Shattuck will read from his new short story collection, The History of Sound, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Written with breathtaking humanity and humor, The History of Sound is a love letter to New England, a radiant conversation between past and present, and a moving meditation on the abiding search for home. … Continue reading "Seaside Series: Ben Shattuck"

Our July title is The Body in the Piazza by Katherine Hall Page. The SPL book club meets the fourth Monday of every month at 6:30pm. Readers can choose to participate either in person at SPL or online via Zoom. Contact SPL at the phone or email below to RSVP and/or to join the book club … Continue reading "Food & Fiction: The Body in the Piazza"