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Not Receiving Our Emails?

We’ve had a few reports recently of folks (particularly Gmail users) not receiving our emails, especially the automated hold pickup notices from our library system. There’s a few things you can do to help make sure you’re receiving those emails: Add mils.noreply@maineinfonet.org and tpl@thomaston.lib.me.us to your email contact lists or address book. For Gmail users, …

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What is Juneteenth?

Happy Juneteenth! Like many others, I’ve only recently learned about Juneteenth, the day to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. If you need to catch up on your history as well, check out https://zcu.io/8oX4and https://zcu.io/SJ2R for more info!  We still have a long way to go to heal the scar slavery has left on our …

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Regarding Book Donations

Hey folks! Just a friendly reminder that while our book drop is open for library returns, we are asking everyone to hang on to their donations for the time being. We’re working through quite a backlog of books to be added to our shelves and are running out of room! Thanks!

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Book Concierge Service!

Not sure what books or DVDs to request for curbside pickup? Let us help! Message us on social media or send an email to libraryloan@thomaston.lib.me.us with just a bit of info: – A few (preferably at least 3) books or DVDs you’ve enjoyed in the past– A book or DVD you haven’t liked– Any other info …

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Curbside Pickup Update!

Hey folks! Our first week of curbside pickup is going SO well, and we’re very thankful for our wonderful community.  First, a couple of people have reported not getting the email that their items are ready for pickup, so we are suggesting that all of our patrons add mils.noreply@maineinfonet.org to their email address book or contact list …

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NEW BOOKS!

Oh my goodness, folks – this is just the first delivery of several for 2+ months of backorders! There are going to be so many new books on the shelves soon available for curbside pickup! Make sure to watch this page on our website for new arrivals: http://www.thomaston.lib.me.us/our-collection/new-at-the-library/

Open for Curbside Pickup Requests!

We’re SO excited to start taking requests for curbside pickup! Make sure to put your requests in today for pickup tomorrow (Tuesday) between 11 am and 4 pm. Pickup will also be available Thursday 11 am – 4 pm and Saturday 10 am – 1 pm! Visit our curbside pickup services page for more info!