Important update: the event has been moved to the Weld Town Hall. Same time.
Annual Authors’ Panel and Raffle 2026
Maine Mineral & Gem Museum Passes
New to the Library: Passes to the Maine Mineral & Gem Museum in Bethel, Maine. Please come in or call the Library for more details. 585-2439
Visit the Maine Mineral & Gem Museum, in Bethel Maine!
Passes are available at the Library!
Passes are good for 2 adults & up to 4 children.
1 pass per day for Weld Library Patrons & Family.
Museum Hours:
Monday 10am-5pm
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10am-5pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 11am-5pm
Final Admission Time 4pm
Trustee of the month, what are you reading?
January 2026, Naomi Doughty, Secretary of the Board
Q: How long have you been going to libraries?
A: Probably while in my mother’s belly!
Q: What is your fondest memory of a library experience?
A: The children’s section and the section by the old bathroom.
Q: How long have you been a Trustee?
A: Over 5 years
Q: Favorite Books?
A: As a child, Bobbsey Twins, Boxcar Children, Nancy Drew, Hardy Boys. Now I read historical fiction.
Q: Favorite Author?
A: I have many. I just finished reading William Kent Krueger, I love his series. Also, Fredrik Backman My Friends, I read it in 4 days!
Q: Fill in the blank:
A: I am looking forward to reading a lot more books now that I am retired!
WFPL Annual Appeal and Newsletter 2025
America 250 Calendars now On Sale!
Now only $2.50 for two! America 1776-2026 Calendars are now available! Limited quantities are available, stop by the Library to get yours while they last.
Summer Nature Programs 2026
Ecosystems in Weld
This summer we will investigate some of the ecosystems found here in Weld. We will all become scientists as we use the tools of scientific explorers to investigate the world around us.
FORESTS August 13th, 2026 Meet at Mt. Blue State Park Headquarters on Center Hill by the Yurt at 10:00 AM
Vintage Photographs from Glass Plates of the Weld Area
The following high resolution images scanned from vintage glass plate negatives are available for download with a suggested donation of $5.00 each.
These are from the Vintage Glass Photographic Plates featured at the Weld Public Library during the Summer of 2023. Click on image to see full size, then right click and save image. Full resolution is approximately 2560 x 2011.
Wish List for the Library
Supporting the Library can happen in many ways. As a small Library with limited resources, just donating some items on our wish list can really help! Here are some items we need now that would benefit and enhance the operation of the Library:
Big Items:
Kohler 10RESVL-100LC12 10kW Home Standby Generator System (100A Indoor 12-Circuit Switch) or Generac 10KW Automatic Backup Generator with Transfer Switch.
Laptop Computer (contact Paul for specifications)
Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Smaller Items:
- 5 foot step ladder with handles
- 9-10 foot step ladder to reach lights
- Outside push broom
- Garden or leaf rake
- Outside hose holder
- Postage Stamps
- New comfy chair for the reading area
- Glass dome for our rare bird
- Frame for old handwritten note about the Library that is on display
- Non perishable items for the food pantry. During the Winter months, only items that are not affected by freezing.
For specifics or any questions, please stop by the Library or call Wendy at 207-585-2439.
For additional ways to support the Library, please visit our support page.
Thank you!
Tumbledown Conservation Alliance
The Tumbledown Conservation Alliance has just launched a new website for their very important mission. https://tumbledown.org/
Please visit their new site to see the history of the organization and the amazing successes and impact of the project. Enjoy the stunning photos, extensive resources, important links, and the support and donation opportunities.
Weld Library Food Bank
There is a 24/7 Food Bank available outside the library next to the book return drop. Donations of non perishable items are welcome! If the box is full, please bring donated items inside the library during regular library hours.