For the fifth year, the Wiscasset Public Library will hold its annual Bands for Books event in September to raise money for the library. This year’s event takes place Sept. 3, Labor Day, from 5-7 p.m. and is once again at its original site -- Marianmade Farm in Wiscasset -- a lovely lavender farm bordering the Sheepscot River. The event is organized by Friends of the Library.

This year, for the second year in a row, the talented band the Salty Dogs is featured. They play rock ‘n’ roll music from the 1950s to the 1980s. Its members are Liz Kinsman, lead singer; Allan Swain, lead guitarist; Bert Breton, drummer; and Ray Dallaire, bass guitarist. Dancing is encouraged and the lively music makes it almost impossible not to join in the fun.

In addition to the music, the Bands for Books event includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, and a silent auction of inviting items and experiences. They include an hour-long scenic coastal airplane flight for three persons, two cases of wine, a set of framed prints, several original paintings. a certificate for framing, a delicious home-made cake and a picnic basket filled to the brim with goodies.

Prior to the event, tickets, at $20 per person, can be purchased at the Wiscasset Public Library at 21 High Street in Wiscasset. They will also be available, at $25 per person, the night of the event at the entrance to the farm on 155 Federal Street in Wiscasset. All the monies collected will be used to benefit the Wiscasset Public Library and will be specifically earmarked for refurbishing the Children’s Room at the Library.

The generous local sponsors include, Ames True Value Hardware, First Federal Savings, The First National Bank, Sarah’s Café and private patron Jenny Spaur.

So, mark your calendars, get ready to have some fun, and take home some wonderful auction items while helping update the library.

For more information call Wendy Ross on 882-7060.