As sure as April showers bring May flowers, warmer weather brings our minds to summer vacations and travel. Many of us have favorite spots to visit along the Maine coast or mountain lakes. However, if we plan to fly within the United States for our vacation, we will need to have the new Real ID […]
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Adult Ed programming
AREA — The following classes will be offered in the next month: Introduction to Observational Still Life Drawing, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14 & 5/21 6 p.m. (4 weeks) $85 In this hands-on course, you will learn how to draw what you see. Using time-tested still life arrangements and objects, we will explore line, form, value, composition, […]
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What I’ve learned
I saw a video of my 18-month-old granddaughter reaching up and pretending to steal her dad’s nose. “Oh, no!” he said in mock horror, “you got my nose.” She giggled and put it back. He then stole her nose, but returned it. This is a game that many an adult has played with many a […]
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Country Music Hall of Fame to welcome inductees
MECHANIC FALLS — Maine country musicians, Jeff Budge, Kim Curry, Bobby Le, and Bill Smith will be inducted into the Maine Country Music Hall of Fame at the 48th Annual Induction Ceremony and Show on Sunday, May 18, at 1 p.m. at the Silver Spur, 272 Lewiston St., Mechanic Falls, Maine. The live music event […]
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Holy Week services
Congregational Church BETHEL — On Maundy Thursday, April 17, Doug and Andee Alford will do a Seder meal and service at 6 p.m. This will be a covered dish dinner, so please bring a dish to share (except bread.) Following this there will be a Tenebrae service upstairs in the sanctuary. Easter flowers: If you […]
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Easter Egg Hunt slated
WEST PARIS — West Paris Public Library will sponsor an Easter Egg Hunt for toddlers through first graders at the library on Saturday, April 12, at 9 a.m. Children should be accompanied by an adult. This event is primarily intended for toddlers through first graders, but children are also welcome to participate through age 10. […]
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Extension to host 4-H teen Ag Symposium
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the 4th annual 4-H Agricultural Symposium for Maine teens on April 21–22. The symposium is an overnight experience for youth ages 14-18. Participants will engage with industry professionals on the UMaine campus in Orono, develop leadership skills, and nurture friendships with teens from around the […]
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CEBE invites community members to Earth Day
NORWAY — The Center for an Ecology-Based Economy (CEBE) invites community members to a Community Celebration & Open House on Tuesday, April 22, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 447 Main Street in Norway. This special gathering will celebrate CEBE’s 12th anniversary and Earth Day, bringing together neighbors, friends, and volunteers for an evening of […]
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4-H Ag symposium for teens at Orono
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the 4th annual 4-H Agricultural Symposium for Maine teens on April 21–22. The symposium is an overnight experience for youth ages 14-18. Participants will engage with industry professionals on the UMaine campus in Orono, develop leadership skills, and nurture friendships with teens from around the […]
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Swett to perform in concert series
HARRISON — In the United Parish Concert Series, Terry Swett will perform at 3 p.m. on May 18 at the United Parish UCC, 77 Main Street in Harrison. Singer/songwriter. Original songs. American classics. Born and raised in rural North Norway, Maine, Terry Swett was the youngest of nine children. Terry immersed himself in creativity from […]