The Friends of the Bailey Public Library plans to host its annual book sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at the Bailey Public Library, 39 Bowdoin St. in Winthrop. The large selection of books includes fiction, nonfiction, paperback, large print, and children books, as well as DVD and audio books, all […]
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Auburn school to host bladesmithing event July 15-17
The New England School of Metalwork is set to hold its 12th annual bladesmithing symposium Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 15-17, at the 7 Albiston Way in Auburn school. This event is endorsed by the American Bladesmith Society and features demonstrations by certified Master Bladesmiths from all over the U.S. and Canada. Live demonstrations include […]
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Denmark center to offer sensory music/art camp July 19-21
Denmark Arts Center is set to present Sensory Music & Art Camp for children up to age 6 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 19, through Thursday, July 21, at the 50 West Main St. center. 317 Main Little Roots will teach music for three days, exploring and fostering multi-sensory and social emotional learning. […]
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Department seeks nods for outdoor lifetime achievement award
The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is now accepting nominations for the 2022 Annual Lifetime Outdoor Achievement Award. This award, presented by the department, honors individuals who are dedicated to the stewardship and wise use of our natural resources, and who have been or are active in Maine’s rich outdoor traditions, according to […]
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Wood carver’s association to hold show, competition in Auburn
AUBURN — The Maine Wood Carver’s Association plans to hold its first show and competition since 2019 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Foss Mansion at 19 Elm St. The event is designed to showcase the skills of Maine wood carvers from all levels of experience. Anyone can enter woodcarvings […]
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Gray church taking reservations for July 23 bean supper
First Congregational Church of Gray plans to host a Saturday night bean supper at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at the Parish House, 5 Brown St. The venue is handicapped accessible. Fifty reservations will be accepted; call 207-650-9093 to give name, phone number and how many are in the party. The cut off for reservations […]
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Auburn library to host July 20 talk about water
A representative from the Lake Auburn Watershed Protection Commission plans to give a presentation about from where water comes. The talk is scheduled for 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, in the Community Room at Auburn Public Library at 49 Spring St. This presentation will follow a drop of water through the Lake Auburn […]
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Western Maine towns seek input on community resilience priorities
Residents in Bethel, Otisfield, South Paris and Woodstock are discussing climate resilience this summer through a series of public meetings. These meetings aim to inform each town’s enrollment in Maine’s Community Resilience Partnership, a program that helps Maine communities reduce emissions and prepare for the effects of climate change through direct support and grants of […]
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Lewiston soup kitchen seeks volunteers
LEWISTON — The Trinity Jubilee Center’s Soup Kitchen, 247 Bates St., needs help with bagging up food to hand out, washing dishes, and general cleaning from 9 to 11 a.m. and 12:30-2:30 p.m. most days. It is most helpful to commit to doing the same shift every week. Those interested can sign up online at […]
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Farmington-based program to offer personal support specialist training
FARMINGTON — Personal support specialist training will be offered this summer at Franklin County Adult Education at little or no cost to enrollees. Participants can learn the basics of the healthcare field and help neighbors and friends at the same time. This 50-hour course will cover how to provide daily living care to older adults […]