FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington is hosting American poet, chef and translator Christopher Bakken as the next reader in its notable Visiting Writers Series. Sponsored by the UMF Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, the reading will take place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, in The Landing in the […]
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Looking Back: February 13
100 years ago, 1918 One of the points brought out at the session of the Housewives’ league here was that the committee on better drama and films, which includes Miss Kate Anthony of Auburn and Mrs. C. Norton of Lewiston, held steadfastly to the ideal of what was happily termed “safe and sane pictures,” not […]
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'Enduring Heights' book talk and signing in Carrabassett Valley
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — The Carrabassett Valley Public Library and Community Center will present John and Cynthia Orcutt, authors of “Enduring Heights,” at a book discussion and signing at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22. John and Cynthia Orcutt are fine art nature photographers and avid outdoor enthusiasts. Following a distinguished career as an architect and landscape […]
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Maine State Museum 3-D journey to tour the Nile River
AUGUSTA — In a Maine State Museum Discover More program sponsored by the Friends of the Maine State Museum, Maine State Museum Director Bernard Fishman will showcase century-old stereoviews of iconic Egyptian landscapes in a unique 3-D presentation. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy a guided experience through the landscapes and temples of Egypt […]
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Looking Back on February 12
100 years ago, 1918The explosion of a huge steam drum in the “Backing room” of the Cushman-Hollis Co., Monday, did considerable damage to that department. There are two big drums — one of sheet iron, and one of copper — filled with steam, and over which the drill and canvas pass in the process of […]
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Looking Back on February 10
100 years ago, 1918Backed by flags, with the tables decorated profusely, the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary club gathered Tuesday noon in the big factory room of the new Brockton Heel company to give them a housewarming and a welcome to the town. There was more or less mystery about the destination of the club’s pilgrimage Tuesday, the […]
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Fire in the Hole performing at Mechanic Falls benefit
Fire in the Hole, a high energy rock and roll dance band, will perform at the Mechanic Falls American Legion Post 150 on Saturday, Feb. 10. The event will run from 7 to 11 p.m. and admission is $10 a person. Proceeds will benefit the Mechanic Falls Rec Department. Tickets can be purchased in advance […]
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'Elvis' is coming to Phillips
EP Rock of Sidney, Maine, known throughout the state for his “Tribute to Elvis,” will present his impersonation of the King at the Phillips Area Community Center from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18. Admission is $7 adults, $5 students. A snow date has been set for Sunday, Feb. 25. For more information, call […]
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Phillips artist Jeff Seaberg bringing 'Articulture' to Skowhegan
SKOWHEGAN — A new Art at the Library show is on display at the Skowhegan Free Public Library, designed to banish the darkest winter blues. On view now through the end of March, “Articulture: Art off the Farm” exhibits local artist Jeff Seaberg’s radiant and abstract perceptions of life on his farm in Phillips. His […]
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Blanco poetry to be set to music
BETHEL — On Saturday, Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the West Parish Congregational Church, an array of vocalists and instrumental musicians will present a concert of the poetry of Richard Blanco set to original music. Tom Davis, a Bethel native who is a retired minister of music, wrote the musical score and will direct […]