Welcome to the Alice L. Pendleton Library
Serving the Community of Islesboro Since 1918
Our Services
Local Material Checkout
Any member of the community or temporary renter can sign up for a library card (It's free!) and take advantage of the selection of materials available for checkout, including books, films, puzzles, audiobooks, instruments, and much, much more!
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Digital Material Services
Can't find what you're looking for in the library itself? More comfortable using a tablet or computer for your books, films, or comics? All patrons get access to a wide range of digital services, including the Cloud Library, the Kanopy streaming service, and the ComicsPlus library.
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You can learn more about our digital services by clicking here!
Library of Things
Beyond books, films, and media, our library offers a robust 'Library of Things' where you can check out useful tools and utensils, such as a sewing machine, hedge clippers, a dehydrator, a seed spreader, an ice cream maker, a metal detector, even a power washer!
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Our selection is always growing, so check back often!
Local Events and Programming
The library plays host to many events, including after-school programs, book clubs, technology classes, forums on local topics, author talks, and so much more.
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Inter-Library Loan
If you can't find a physical book that you're looking for, you can ask us to request it via inter-library loan, and we can temporarily procure a copy from a neighboring library.
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When you're done, just return the book to us and we'll make sure it gets back to where it needs to go. It's free of charge for all patrons!
And So Much More!
Our library is much more than just a place to find books. From reliable and open internet, to printing, to our library of things, to our commitment to the community, we do our best to offer as much as we can to everyone on Islesboro!
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions or queries about anything, we are always happy to answer them, but we recommend checking out our FAQ page for the most common questions about our library.
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You can find our Frequently Asked Questions page by clicking here!
Current and Upcoming Events
All events listed here are also available to see on our Event Calendar. Click Here to visit the event calendar page and stay up to date on everything happening at your library. You can also Click Here to get helpful reminder emails from the town on upcoming events as well. All are welcome to attend, and we encourage you to carpool if you can!
Fall Tech Classes
New tech and creativity classes starting this October!
Television Streaming - October 8th @ 11:00 AM
Having trouble getting your streaming services up and running on your smart TV? Want to enjoy the fine selection of films and documentaries found on Kanopy? This course will quickly explain how to download and install any and all streaming services on your television, how to sign into these services, and how to navigate them using your remote.
Learning about Linux - November 12th @ 11:00 AM
As Microsoft continues to make the Windows operating system less and less friendly to users, introducing invasive recording services and unnecessary AI tools that bog down less powerful hardware, there is an alternative that can be used in the form of the Free and Open Source operating system, Linux. This course will introduce you to Linux, its differences from Windows, how it can be installed on your machine, and why you might want to consider using it.
Art Through Your Computer - Dec. 10th @ 11:00 AM
Art is something that anyone can do, and as digital tools have become more and more accessible, it has become possible for anyone who wants to express themselves in an artistic manner, regardless of skill level. This course is meant to introduce you to programs you can use to learn or make digital art at any skill level, and give you a starting point that you can use to start learning how to make art digitally, even if all you have is a monitor, a keyboard, and a mouse.
After-School Programs
Children's programming happening after school starting in September
Lego Club - Every Wednesday, 2:45 PM to 4:15 PM
Fun and creativity abound! Come and build something interesting, extraordinary, and complex, or just see how big of a tower you can build! Build stories alongside others as you continue to improve and iterate on what you're building all school-year long!
Storytime - Every Fridayday, 2:45 PM to 4:15 PM
Come by the library to settle in and listen to a book read aloud, alongside all of your friends!
Upcoming Book Discussion
November 12 @ 3:30 PM
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
New Arrivals
Interested in seeing what the newest books are at the library? Well, they might not be brand new, but these are all new to us! Our arrival galleries are updated periodically with the latest materials added to our ever-growing collection!
Adult Fiction
Adult Nonfiction
Young Adult
Kids and Junior
Graphic Novels
Films and Recordings
Thing Library
Metal Detector
Power Washer
Fruit Picker
Lobster Pot
Electric Meter
Ice Cream Maker
Seed Spreader
Car Booster Seat
Stand Mixer
Kid's Wheelbarrow
Cider Press
Branch Pruner
Sewing Machine
Dehydrator
Wired Headphones
Fruit Crusher
Ukelele
Astronomy Telescope
Portable DVD Player
Magnetic Sweeper
For more information how you can help to support this program, how to enroll your child, or more information on how it works, you can visit Imagination Library or call Belfast Free Library Director Steven Norman at (207)338-3884.
The Sustainable Libraries Initiative
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The Alice L. Pendleton Library is a proud member of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative and obtained certification as a Sustainable Library in the summer of 2025.
The Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI) provides library leaders with a proven path forward to co-create libraries and communities that will thrive in the coming years. The Sustainable Library Certification Program and the SLI community of practice has enabled the ALP Library to become more environmentally sound, socially equitable and economically feasible.
Examples of the Library's commitment to sustainable practices include: being Net Zero with heat pumps, solar panels, insulation and LED lighting: participating in the local farmers' market to support island businesses (at the same time promoting literacy); and holding an annual book sale that not only helps off-set the burden to taxpayers but also repurposes discarded and donated books.
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Our final presentation was given on all the ways in which we are working to make the Alice L. Pendleton Library as sustainable as possible. If you are interested in seeing the results for yourself, you can look over a PDF version of the presentation by Clicking Here.
Don't See What You Want in the Library?
Here's How to Get It!
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Inter-library Loan
In most cases, we can request a book from another library and have it within a few days. Just ask at the circulation desk.
Request for Purchase
We love getting requests and recommendations! If we think a book, DVD, magazine, newspaper, game, or database should be in the ALPL collection, we’ll buy it and let you know when it is available for check-out. You can make requests by clicking here.
Cloud Library
Hundreds of e-books and audio books are available on Cloud Library through our website. Just go to alplibrary.org, click on “On-line Resources,” and scroll down to Cloud Library. Once you enter your library card number and download the appropriate app, you can access fiction, non-fiction, best sellers, classics, young adult, and childrens’ books and enjoy these resources on your personal media devices.
