New Ventures Maine has opened registration for a free, 90-minute online workshop designed for women to explore high-wage careers within the construction trades in Maine. Connecting Women to Construction Careers is scheduled to be offered from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 4. This is an opportunity to learn about low-cost or no-cost training programs […]
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Health network announces May workshops
Free workshops are available to help with diabetes, chronic conditions, and falls prevention/balance.
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Camden library children’s book week to begin May 2
The Camden Public Library plans to celebrate Children’s Book Week from Monday to Sunday, May 2-8. Every weekday, Children’s Librarian Amy Hand will portray a different children’s book character; young readers are encouraged to tune in online or stop in for a visit to see what character it will be, according to a news release […]
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United Way to celebrate Mother’s Day with flower fundraiser
Through May 2 people can purchase a spring bouquet for a mother, grandmother, or special someone.
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Community college system names students to All-Maine Academic Team
Local students attend Central Maine Community College in Auburn.
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Franco-American genealogy society to meet in Auburn
The Maine Franco-American Genealogical Society plans to hold its spring general meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 30, at the Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St., Auburn. A brief business meeting will be followed by refreshments and guest speaker Anna Faherty’s presentation from 11 a.m. to noon, according to a news release from the society. […]
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Readfield society to hold annual meeting, share stories
The Readfield Historical Society plans to hold its annual meeting and the presentation of a yearly award of appreciation to a community member, followed by a program from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at Gile Hall, 8 Old Kents Hill Road, according to a news release from the society. The program, I Love […]
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Farmington to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The Farmington Police Department plans to collect expired or unused prescription medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at the Meetinghouse Park Gazebo on Main Street, in conjunction with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Along with prescription drugs, residents can also dispose of expired over-the-counter medication, vitamins and pet medications during […]
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Winthrop guidance counselor helps students embrace outdoors
WINTHROP — Sarah Hubert is a school counselor, Maine guide and outdoor club advisor at Winthrop High School. While the outdoor club is only in its first year, Hubert has developed a group of more than 20 students, who have enjoyed everything from an annual overnight camping trip at Camden Hills State Park with Teens […]
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Maine Fiddlehead Festival returns to Farmington April 30
After a two-year hiatus, the Maine Fiddlehead Festival is slated for a revival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 30, on the campus of the University of Maine at Farmington. Beginning in 2012, the local food-centered festival was held annually until the COVID-19 pandemic cancelled plans in 2020 and 2021. In its ninth […]