The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning: Virtual: • Monday, May 1, at 9 and 11 a.m. • Wednesday, May 3, at 11 a.m., noon, 6 and 7 p.m. • Monday, […]
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Maine’s Got Talent returns April 22
LEWISTON — Maine’s Got Talent is scheduled to return Saturday, April 22, to the Franco Center, 46 Cedar St. The event, modeled after “America’s Got Talent” and “American Idol,” features eight musical performers from Maine competing for cash prizes in front of a live audience. A pre-show reception with cash bar and light hors d’oeuvres […]
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Homeschoolers convention set for April 22 in Augusta
AUGUSTA — Homeschoolers of Maine 2023 Convention: Families Helping Families — Together With HOME is set for 8 a.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Augusta Armory at 179 Western Ave. The convention will feature keynote speaker Peggy Ployhar. To register, visit homeschoolersofmaine.org. Check out other upcoming area events!
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Foundation scholarships available to Franklin County adult learners
Adult learners from Franklin County who are returning to school for post-secondary education are eligible to apply for the Hugh and Elizabeth Montgomery Scholarship at the Maine Community Foundation. Preference is given to students for whom a scholarship would make a significant difference in their ability to attend school. First-time applicants need not be enrolled […]
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Auburn presentation to focus on addiction April 20
In collaboration with the Auburn Public Library, Senior College In the Community plans to host Dr. Charles W. Plummer at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 20, in the Androscoggin Room at the 49 Spring St. library. Plummer, of Lewiston/Auburn area, will address many aspects of addiction, and how it affects the human brain. Addiction is a […]
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Bicycle-fixing workshop set for Mt. Vernon, Readfield May 1
A Fix-A-Bike Workshop is scheduled to be held in both Mt. Vernon and Readfield Monday, May 1. The event is for those curious about bicycle mechanics, looking to maintain their bike or conduct long-overdue care, and perform a roadside repair. The two-hour hands-on workshop is open to teens and adults. They are asked to bring […]
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Auburn senior citizens group to hold flea market May 6
AUBURN — The First Auburn Senior Citizens are selling tables for the group’s flea market, set for Saturday, May 6, in the Senior Community Center in Pettengill Park. Crafters are not sought. Tables cost $10 each. Setup will be from noon to 4 p.m. Friday, May 5. The sale will be the following day from […]
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Farmington Falls Fire Co. seeks yard sale donations
Proceeds help maintain Philbrick Park, and sponsor Hawks Majors and Minors baseball teams.
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Lewiston ladies’ group to host card party April 19
LEWISTON — The Ladies of St. Anne Sodality of Holy Family Prince of Peace Parish plan to hold their annual card party at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall at 607 Sabattus St. Tickets also may be sold at the door, according to a news […]
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Auburn library to host reading by Maine poet April 19
AUBURN — Each year, April is set aside as National Poetry Month, a time to celebrate poets and their written words. The Auburn Public Library plans to host Maine poet Sarah Carlson at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, via Zoom. Carlson will present her poetry, paired with photographs from her adventures in the natural world. […]