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South Paris district office to hold native pollinators presentation April 19
SOUTH PARIS — U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Biologist Hannah Mullally plans this month to give a presentation about supporting the state’s native pollinators. The talk will begin at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, in the meeting space of the Oxford County Cooperative Extension, 9 Olson Road. Those who attend can learn about bees, butterflies […]
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Superhero power classes to start April 18 in Rumford
RUMFORD — 49 Franklin’s School of Magic and Showmanship plans to present a series of magic classes that aims to create the illusion of superhero powers. Local magician Scot Grassette will present 12 classes in April and May, with two shows presenting what was learned. Students are to be at least 6 years old, with […]
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Rumford, Meroby elementary schools to provide registration packets
Rumford and Meroby elementary schools plan to make pre-kindergarten and kindergarten registration packets available between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the respective school office beginning Monday, April 24. Parents or guardians with children who will be 4 years old on or before Oct. 15 are asked to come to the school office to pick […]
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Farmington council to start community garden program May 15
The Greater Franklin Food Council, in collaboration with LEAP’s Stone Soup Community Garden, is starting its first-ever Gather and Grow Community Garden Program. This program will lead a cohort of gardeners through the growing season, from planting and fertilizing to preserving the harvest and cooking ideas. The purpose is to build a gardening learning community […]
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Johnson Hall Stand Up Comedy Series to feature Mark Turcotte
A Johnson Hall Stand Up Comedy Series event is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at The Blind Pig Next Level, 11 Mechanic St. in Gardiner. This performance, for ages 21 and older, is hosted by Mark Turcotte. Some of New England’s funniest comics plan to take the stage and present their unique brand […]
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Asian toys, teapots on display at Norway library through May
A new glass case display, “Toys and Teapots from China, Japan, and South Korea,” is being showcased at Norway Memorial Library at 258 Main St. Sherri Otterson of Norway lived in Okinawa, Japan, for 21 years and South Korea for seven. In that time, she accumulated a large collection of Kokeshi dolls and Chinese, Japanese […]
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Auburn church to hold recitation of Divine Mercy Chaplet April 16
AUBURN — A recitation of the Divine Mercy Chaplet is scheduled for noon Sunday, April 16 (Divine Mercy Sunday), at Sacred Heart Church, located at the corner of Minot and Western avenues. All are encouraged to take part in this feast day. For more information, call the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish office at 207-782-8096. […]
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Lewiston seeks individuals, teams for litter pickup day April 15
Lewiston’s spring 2023 Citywide Litter Pick Up Day is set for Saturday, April 15, and individuals and teams are being sought to participate. An event overview is available at lewistonmaine.gov. The 8 a.m.-noon event will commence at Kennedy Park, 120 Park St., where public works personnel will provide complimentary bags, gloves, pickers and buckets. Online […]
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Auburn recycling event, food drive set for April 15
AUBURN — A free Community Recycle Day Drive-Thru event is set for 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 15, at 40 Stanley St., behind Stratham Tire. Local community partners aim to offer the community a convenient and free way to recycle items such as documents to be shredded, tires for recycling, and new or gently […]