Sorrento Public Library Corporation
The Sorrento Public Library was built over 122 years ago, in 1893. It is an architecturally distinguished colonial revival building that has virtually always been at the heart of our community life. In 1995 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places and around that time it was officially separated from the Sorrento Village Improvement Association (SVIA) to become a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization operating as Sorrento Public Library Corp.
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Operating Hours
For more information about hours of operation or Library availability please contact the Sorrento Public Library directly at: Sorrento.Public.Library@gmail.com​
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Fundraising
We are in the process of gradually restoring individual parts of the Library. Whether you are helping to replace a shingle or paint a pillar, your tax-deductible contributions are critical to the overall health of the Library. No donation is too small.
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BEWARE of Internet Scams​
Currently, the Library can only accept donations in the form of a check made out to the Sorrento Public Library Corporation, mailed to the address below OR via an online donation made through the official Sorrento VIA website drop-down box. The SPLC does not have an independent website and there are no other organizations that accept donations on our behalf.
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Please beware of any online offers to solicit funds for the Sorrento Public Library other than through this or the official Sorrentovia.org website. Sadly, we have discovered that there are unofficial sites claiming to collect money on behalf of our Library, who ultimately do not forward collected donations along to us.
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It Takes a Village
A special thank you to our Administrator Laurel Bartolomeo, our Caretakers, Tim Guyette and Steve Peer, to our Restoration Crew lead by Dean Bowers of Hancock Homes, to fellow Library Advisory Board members, Sid Bogardus and Rich Mayzel, and to community members for your ongoing support. You are all very much appreciated!
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Sorrento Library Book List PDF
Sorrento Library Special Collection Index PDF
Sorrento Public Library Corporation
P.O. Box 54
Sorrento, Maine 04677
(207) 422-3930 Library Office
Sorrento.Public.Library@gmail.com
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Lisa Ballard, President / Trustee
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Sorrento Free Little Libraries
There are two, small book-sharing boxes in Sorrento! One is at the Town Office and the other is at the Town Dock. Anyone can take a book and anyone can share a book! The “libraries” work on the honor system and make books available right here in our community 24-7, 365 days a year.
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If you notice a problem, please email Townoffice@Sorrentomaine.org and they will alert a volunteer.
Frenchman’s Bay Library
Hidden away behind some out of control forsythias at the back of a parking lot in Sullivan, is a gem of an up to date library! Frenchman’s Bay Library houses eclectic collections by Maine authors, full series of popular mysteries, seas stories, contemporary new acquisitions, old standbys — and the children’s section is very nice. It’s a friendly, unpretentious place made all the more interesting because it is funded primarily by donations. Staff are knowledgeable, helpful and willing to order books on interlibrary loan. There’s something here for everyone, to keep avid readers like me engaged.
Dorcus Library
Dorcas Library, located in Prospect harbor, is a cozy spot to find a book or a friend. The Library hosts community events, ranging from needlework to book readings to yoga to health and wellness. They are committed to facilitating lifelong learning and sharing of ideas.
The library has a full time librarian who can help you find a book-whether it’s on their shelves or through a nationwide book lending program. She is helped by a network of loyal volunteers who volunteer their time and talents. Come volunteer or find a book. It’s a delightful place to be.
Ellsworth Public Library
This is a full-service library located in downtown Ellsworth. Sorrento is a supporting community of the library and therefore residents of our town are entitled to a FREE membership card (otherwise $30/year). You’ll need your driver’s license with your Sorrento address (or mail providing this information). In addition to all the fantastic library services and programming, you can also get free passes to the Maine Discovery Museum (on a first come first serve basis). Check out the Museum Passes section of their website for more details.