Although schools and libraries are closed, the Merry Barn Writers’ Retreat wants to encourage kids to continue reading, writing and creating. We are lending books to children in the Midcoast area. We’ll curate a collection based on kids’ wishes, use gloves and wipes to sanitize, and leave the books on the porch by the side entrance of the barn. Return when you’ve finished so we can share with others. Request a new supply anytime. Send a request from the Contact page of our website www.merrybarn.com, or email us directly at stephaniemcsherry@merrybarn.com.

The Merry Barn is a community literacy center located at 417 River Road in Edgecomb.