LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus has announced its classes for December. Classes are held at the Education Center, 8 Falcon Road, and are free unless otherwise noted. Medical Marijuana — 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4. Instructors: Danielle Miller and Marissa Martin. This presentation will cover how cannabis works in the body, ways to ingest it and […]
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Norlands to host 19th-century holiday celebration
LIVERMORE — The Washburn-Norlands Living History Center, 290 Norlands Road, invites the public to go back to the days of old on Saturday, Dec. 8, for a 19th-century holiday celebration. The historic site will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. when visitors can tour the elegantly decorated Washburn mansion that dates to 1867. […]
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Library to host reading, book signing WILTON — Local author and ski enthusiast, Megan Roberts, will present her new book, “Titcomb, a Mountain of Ski Memories,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, at the Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. Roberts will read from her book, answer questions and talk all things Titcomb. She […]
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Wisdom’s Women seeks volunteers LEWISTON — The Center for Wisdom’s Women is seeking volunteer applicants for Companions.The companion role requires women to have a professional background in social work, teaching, nursing, chaplaincy or other related fields. Companions will work with local women. The commitment is a half-day weekly.Those interested should contact Executive Director Klara Tammany […]
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Christmas for Kids/Teens deadline PARIS — The application deadline for both Christmas for Kids and Christmas for Teens is Thursday, Dec. 6. Applications are available at Community Concepts, the Chamber of Commerce, guidance offices in SAD 17 schools and by mail at Rightstart, Inc., P.O. Box 726, Norway, ME 04268. Donations may also be mailed […]
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Catholic Charities Maine hosting 'Jolly Gifts' for those in need
AUBURN — In an effort to help children and families in need during Advent, Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Auburn and Catholic Charities Maine are working together to host “Jolly Gifts,” an initiative that aims to offer support to parish and community members as they prepare for Christmas. All are encouraged to bring a new, […]
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Community meals
DIXFIELD — The Dirigo High School National Honor Society will be hosting a harvest supper from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the high school cafeteria. The meal will include turkey, potatoes, vegetables, casseroles, dessert and drinks. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for senior citizens and students. All proceeds will go to help […]
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Women's center announces December programs
LEWISTON — The Center for Wisdom’s Women has announced its December programming. All morning programs are from 10 to 11:30 a.m. unless otherwise noted. The center will be closed for the hoidays Monday, Dec. 24-Tuesday, Jan. 1. Women’s Healing Arts Circle — Thursday, Dec. 6.The center will host Dr. Maryam Mermay as she leads a circle […]
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Loon Echo Land Trust to lead snowshoe walk, seeks donations for proposed Peabody-Fitch Woods acquisition
BRIDGTON — Loon Echo Land Trust has received a $50,000 grant from an anonymous foundation to match donations received for the acquisition of the Peabody-Fitch Woods in Bridgton. The conservation effort protects the Bridgton Historical Society’s historic Narramissic Farm from development encroachment. The acquisition of 252 acres of land surrounding the 18th century farm will […]
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Democrats to meet, celebrate LEWISTON — The Androscoggin County Democratic Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12, at the Lewiston Armory, 65 Central Ave. This brief meeting will be followed by a holiday celebration with the Lewiston City Democratic Committee. Androscoggin County Democrats and other interested persons are encouraged to attend. For more […]