Dr. Shanee A. Stephakoff presents "Dreams Decoded: Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Contemporary Insights"
2026-05-14 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | ME
Please join Dr. Shanee A. Stepakoff as she presents Dreams Decoded: Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Contemporary Insights
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 6:30 pm at Norway Memorial Library
Dr. Shanee A. Stepakoff is a professional dream interpreter, a licensed clinical psychologist, writer/poet, registered biblio/poetry therapist, summa cum laude graduate of the University of Maine at Farmington (BA, 2020), and currently a PhD candidate in literature at the University of Rhode Island. She will present a variety of dream interpretation methods used in ancient civilizations, including those from Mesopotamia, ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, and China. She will then describe a range of contemporary methods for working with dreams in psychotherapy, which she has used in her psychotherapy practice. These methods are primarily informed by Jungian theory, but also draw upon a few ideas from Freud – some that she considers obsolete and others that she believes remain valid. Next, she will discuss some commonalities and resonances between the approaches derived from ancient wisdom and those used in psychotherapy. She will then invite questions and discussion. The aim is to deepen and enrich our understanding of dreams and to explore some ways that working with dreams can improve our daily lives.
Norway Memorial Library is located at 258 Main Street, Norway, Maine. For more information, please call the library at 743-5309

Music & Movement
2026-05-15 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-05-22 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-05-29 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-05 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-12 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-19 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-26 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-07-03 10:30 - 23:30 and 1 more date | Norway Memorial Library
Every Friday at 10:30 am
Join us as we play and sing in a casual and fun atmosphere.

Morning Book Club 2026
2026-05-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Norway Memorial Library
2026 Morning Book Club Dates and Book Selections
9:00 am on the third Tuesday of the month
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:00 am: Fourteen Days: A Collaborative Novel edited by Margaret Atwood and Douglas Preston

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 9:00 am: Redhead by the Side of the Road by Anne Tyler

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 9:00 am: Antarctica: stories by Claire Keegan

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 9:00 am: Anita de Monte Laughs Last by Xochiti Gonzalez

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:00 am: Rosarita by Anita Desai

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 9:00 am: Shutter by Ramona Emerson

Open to adults who enjoy reading and talking about books with others. There is no need to register in advance. Attend in person, or email norlib@norwaymemoriallibrary.org to request the Zoom link to join remotely.

Toybox Tuesday
2026-05-19 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-26 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-02 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-16 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-23 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-30 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-07-07 10:30 - 12:00 and 1 more date | Norway Memorial Library
Every Tuesday starting at 10:30 am
Play time for children (birth-age four) and their caregivers.

Storytime
2026-05-20 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-05-27 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-03 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-10 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-17 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-24 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-07-01 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-07-08 10:30 - 23:30 | Norway Memorial Library
Storytime, Every Wednesday at 10:30 am
Come explore the wonderful world of picture books with Ms. Annika.
Please enjoy this video link of Annika reading “Whoosh!”

Molly Donlan presents Mundane Magic
2026-05-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Norway Memorial Library
Thursday, May 21, 23026, 6:30 pm
Mundane Magic with Molly Donlan at Norway Library
Norway Memorial Library welcomes Molly Donlan, author of “Mundane Magic: A Lazy Witch’s Guide to Hacking Your Brain, Building a Daily Practice, and Getting Stuff Done” (Rodale Books, 2026), on Thursday, May 21, 23026, 6:30 pm.
“Mundane Magic” is about turning everyday chores into moments of intention, presence, and enchantment. Instead of avoiding the mess until it becomes overwhelming, learn how to transform tasks like sweeping, laundry, and decluttering into low-effort rituals that actually support your energy, focus, and nervous system. At its core, Mundane Magic is about reclaiming joy, creativity, and a sense of connection—without adding to your to-do list.
Molly Donlan is a Reiki master teacher, crystal healing expert, yoga teacher, and co-host of the “Demystify Magic” podcast. She emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care while teaching Magic through a blend of science and spirituality.
Her presentation is engaging, practical, and accessible. It will include a short reading from the book, learning a few low-effort rituals to try at home, plus time for Q&A. Attendees leave with concrete practices for stress relief, focus, and everyday well-being.
This program is free to attend. Doors open at 6:00 pm. For more information, call 207-743-5309 or visit www.norwaymemoriallibrary.org.
