Attend a free “Contemplative Winter Walk” at the Pleasant Hill Preserve with the Scarborough Land Trust on Sunday, Jan. 29, at 2 p.m. Contributed / Scarborough Land Trust
Books/Authors
Thursday 2/2
Community read, “Parable of the Sower”: 6 p.m. “Parable of the Sower,” a graphic novel adaptation, adapted by Damien Duffy, illustrated by John Jennings. Downtown Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square, Portland. portlandlibrary.com
Ongoing
Blurb Club in Mechanics’ Hall: noon, every other Thursday in Mechanics’ Hall, 519 Congress St., Portland. Informal book discussions for adults and seniors. Hosted by Portland Public Library, Riverton Branch. portlandlibrary.com
Books a la Carte: 2 p.m., third Tuesday of the month. Book and author discussions, no assigned reading. People Plus, 35 Union St., Brunswick. peopleplusmaine.org
Books and Brews: 6 p.m., first Wednesday of…
