For directions and more information, call Ed Friedman at 207-666-3372.
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Friends of Merrymeeting Bay to host mushroom walk in Bowdoinham Aug. 17
For directions and more information, call Ed Friedman at 207-666-3372.
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Maine Initiatives seeks volunteers to review grant proposals
Maine Initiatives invites community volunteers to become proposal readers for its 2023 Grants for Change (G4C) Program, a participatory grant-making program that funds and strengthens Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color, community-based, nonprofit organizations in Maine, unceded Wabanaki territory. This is an open call for volunteers to review and evaluate grant proposals from applicant organizations, […]
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Master Gardener Volunteer training applications available
Applications for the 2023 program are due at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 1.
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UMaine Augusta to offer info session on human services Aug. 18
AUGUSTA — Individuals interested in pursuing professional work in the field of human services can attend the free Pathways to Professions in Human Services event, set for Friday, Aug. 18, at the University of Maine at Augusta campus. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 46 University Drive. Participants can […]
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Freeport annual Save a Stray 5K fundraiser returns Aug. 19
FREEPORT — Midcoast Humane plans to bring back its annual Save a Stray 5K fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 19. The event raises money for the nearly 3,500 animals cared for by Midcoast Humane each year. Runners, walkers, and festival attendees are encouraged to bring their canine friends, who must be on leash at all times. […]
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PAWS Wags and Whiskers Gala raises $79K to support animals in need
CAMDEN — PAWS Animal Adoption Center’s PAWS Wags and Whiskers Gala held on July 19 raised a remarkable $79,000 to support pets in need. The gala brought together animal lovers, supporters, and community members for an enchanting evening of fun and fundraising. The event was held at the Camden Yacht Club, which provided the perfect […]
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Alliance to host Family and Youth Trail Day in Madrid Aug. 19
MADRID — High Peaks Alliance plans to offer a Family Trail Day, with trail building, outdoor education and an opportunity to meet like-minded families, at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 19. The event will be held at the Perham Stream Birding Trail, 554 East Madrid Road. It is for children 2 years old and older with […]
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Winthrop’s Sidewalk Art Festival set for Aug. 19
Winthrop Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce’s 35th annual Sidewalk Art Festival is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19. More than 30 local artists and artisans will showcase their painting, watercolors, drawing, prints, photography, wood, metal, and fabric arts, according to a news release from Linda Easterbrooks, executive director with the Winthrop […]
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University experts form 1-stop-shop for aging policy research
Experts from the University of Maine and University of Southern Maine have formed a one-stop shop for independent research, analysis, guidance and technical assistance for policy issues related to aging and older adults. The Consortium for Aging Policy and Research is available for exploring a wide variety of issues relevant to aging Mainers, including health […]