News & Events
Quilt Raffle
The Library is celebrating our 120th anniversary this year, and in recognition of this milestone, the Chickadee Quilters of Bridgton made us a beautiful “Churn Dash” quilt that could be yours!
Special Meeting of the Corporation
There will be a Special Meeting of the Corporation of Harrison Village Library on Thursday, November 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Mahjong
Mahjong Club meets weekly on Thursdays from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Space is limited; we will send an email each week to register for that week’s play. Please email Kathleen at director@harrisonvillagelibrary.org if you’d like to be added to the list of members.
Adult Chess Club
Led by volunteer Reed Foster. Chess Club meets the third Saturday of every month from 10:00-12:00. 18+; all ability levels are welcome. Please contact Kathleen at director@harrisonvillagelibrary.org to register.
HVL Kids: Second Annual Family Pumpkin Carving Contest
Presented by Pam Sessions and Harrison Village Library.
HVL Kids: Make Your Own Pasta with Mrs. Fuller
When: October 17, 2026 - 2:00 pmParticipants will learn how to make pasta from scratch and bring home their pasta to cook, and will receive a jar of sauce as well as a copy of the new book New England Kids Cookbook: Tasty Favorites for Young Chefs, by Jenny Shea Rawn. Harrison Elementary’s beloved former school secretary, Toni Fuller, will instruct.
HVL Kids: Scary Stories in the Dark
When: October 19, 2026 - 4:30 pmOpen to all who dare! (Recommended for 8+.) Join us as we take turns reading scary stories in the dark with flashlights. Registration required; please email Allison at youthservices@harrisonvillagelibrary.org to sign up.
HVL Kids: Trick or Treat at the Library
When: October 31, 2026 - 5:00 pmWe’re just DYING to see your costumes!
Storytime
Storytime for Young Children is held each Thursday at 10:00. Join us to talk, sing, read, write and play–all the elements that help get kids ready to read!
HVL Kids: ArtWednesday
Beginning September 9, join us each Wednesday from 2:00-5:30 to make art and browse books! Please note that this activity is geared more toward elementary-aged children, and is intended for caregivers and children to do together.
Library Resources
CloudLibrary
CloudLibrary makes it easy to discover the content you want to read. Browse digital shelves curated by your library. Download audio and e-books from CloudLibrary. Please contact the library for your personal login information.
What to Read Next
These are short descriptions giving you an idea of the appeal factors of the book. Kathleen can also offer personalized, in-depth suggestions using the Meet Your Match questionnaire, available here: https://forms.gle/Auq5SU98hTxpfQpJA