In Person Browsing & Lending
Tuesday 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The library building is able to safely accommodate up to 10 patrons at a time, including children, on a first-come, first-served basis for in-person browsing & lending.
Visits last up to 30 minutes.
For the safety of patrons and staff, masks are required at all times inside the building. If you are unable to wear a mask, we are happy to provide curbside service.
Please note that many features of your library visit will be different than you are used to. For example, public computer use will not be available initially. However, we will have mobile hotspots and laptops available for checkout.
The Maine Reciprocal Borrowing Program is not currently active. Therefore, a KFL library card is required to borrow items directly from KFL.
Curbside Services
Monday 1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Wednesday 4:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Friday 1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Staff will be masked for your safety. We ask that you also wear a face covering and follow physical distancing guidelines when picking up your items.
1. Order your items online or by phone.
2. When you receive notice that your items are ready, you are welcome to come to the library any time we are open for curbside services. You do not need to make an appointment.
3. Pick-ups will be in the outdoor amphitheater behind the library. You can park anywhere, but near the top of the ramp that leads down to the amphitheater, there are two parking spots reserved for your convenience.
4. With your library card number ready, please call the posted curbside phone line when you arrive. We will check your items out to you over the phone, place the items in a bag with your name and due date, and place the bag on a table in the amphitheatre, in just a few minutes.
5. Please wait at the top of the ramp until the patron ahead of you has left. Then, walk down the ramp to pick up your items!
If you do not have a cell phone, please call the curbside-only line (207) 985-4730 before you leave home with an expected arrival time.
If you would like a Clynk bag or BookPage included in your order, please let us know.
Browsing & Requesting From Home
The process for requesting holds is the same for in-person borrowing and curbside pickup.
Online: You can request items at any time through our online catalog. If you are new to using our catalog, please call us for help.
By Phone: You can call us any time with requests. Just call (207) 985-2173 and follow the prompts. If your call is not answered immediately, leave a message and we will get back to you. You can also reach us through email at kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.How to Browse the Library From Home: We know how hard it can be to choose something to read when you can't physically pick up a book and read the cover. We have a variety of tools available to help you out. Here are step-by-step instructions for using those tools to find your next great read!
Hold Pick-up Notices: If your online account says your item is “ready for pickup” or if you’ve received a phone call, text message, or email saying the same thing, you can pick up your order anytime we are open.
Returning Items
If you are visiting the library for in-person browsing, a cart will be available for returns. The book drop will also remain open for returns 24/7. Please do not leave items on the circulation desk or on the curbside pick-up table.
All items are being quarantined for 96 hours before being checked in, so they will stay on your account for a few days after you return them. Don’t worry – we are waiving any fines that might accrue.
Other Services
Laptop Lending & Mobile Hotspots: Though public computer use will not be available initially, we will have mobile hotspots and laptops available for checkout – for up to three days – with a KFL library card. Please call us for more information.
Free WI-FI: Our wi-fi is on and accessible from our lawn and our parking lot - you can access the internet without leaving your vehicle.
Home Delivery: Volunteers are available to make deliveries to homebound patrons. Call or email the library for an appointment.
Printing: If you have printing needs, email your document to kflcirc@kennebunk.lib.me.us and staff will print it for you.
Library Cards: If you need a new library card and are a Kennebunk, Arundel, Kennebunkport, or Wells resident, call or email us and we can get an account set up for you. We can also renew your existing cards. You can also register for an library card during our in-person hours.
Reference: You can call us any time with reference questions. Just call (207) 985-2173 and follow the prompts. If your call is not answered immediately, leave a message and we will get back to you. You can also reach us through email at kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
Programming: We are offering a variety of online programming, including several of our regular programs. Check our rotating display, our calendar, and our newsletter for updates.
Interlibrary Loan: Interlibrary loan is going strong! You can now borrow items from most libraries in the state. Again, items are being quarantined so it will be a longer wait than usual, but we are getting deliveries five days a week. Items borrowed from other libraries can be checked out for three weeks, but items that belong to KFL are checked out for four weeks to give you a little extra time.More Resources
E-books, E-Audiobooks, TV/Movie Streaming, Newspapers & More including CloudLibrary & Overdrive
Digital Maine Library full text articles and abstracts from magazines, newspapers, journals and reference. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to read newspapers using the Digital Maine Library.
Local Resources outdoor recreation, school info, local newspapers, town websites & more; plus where to find help in our community
Helpful Links Resources for education, employment, fact checking, finances, health info, legal help, & taxes; plus links to Maine Hotlines & Shelters
Genealogy Resources including free remote access to Ancestry Library Edition through the Digital Maine Library
Also, please call or email us for help finding resources. We love to help!
Frequently Asked Questions
I know I returned my items recently! Why are these items still on my account? All items are being quarantined for 96 hours before being checked in, so they will stay on your account for a few days after you return them. Don’t worry – we are waiving any fines that might accrue.
Do you accept book donations? Thank you for thinking of us. However, we cannot accept book donations at this time.
Are library items safe? We will be doing our best to make sure that the items you take are safe. We are quarantining returned items and will be cleaning surfaces and hands frequently. However, we will have to handle the items that we pull and package for you, and we can make no guarantee that other patrons have not touched them during in-person browsing hours. If you have concerns, we encourage you to quarantine them in your home.
For all other questions ... You can call us any time! Just call (207) 985-2173 and follow the prompts. If your call is not answered immediately, leave a message and we will get back to you. You can also reach us through email at kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.