OTISFIELD — On Wednesday, April 17, the Social Outreach Committee is hosting its monthly Community Lunch, a Maker’s/Craft Sale, and the initial meeting to discuss creating an Otisfield Garden Club. The lunch menu includes ham, potatoes au gratin, peas, salads, rolls, fruit, assorted cakes and cupcakes, coffee and iced tea. A small community group of […]
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Future at Lights Out Gallery inspires NSB, community
NORWAY — Nearly 120 years after a burgeoning snowshoe factory occupied the 15,000 square-foot building located on 10 Tannery Street in Norway, a trio of Maine natives, backed by volunteers and local businesses that believe in their vision, are converting it into a hub of artistic connection, collaboration, and camaraderie. ‘Norway has always been a […]
What I’ve learned
What if French (or Spanish or Polish or Korean) had 137 words? That’s it – just 137. In a week you could memorize the entire vocabulary. But with so few words, how could you say such things as Toto did not really care whether he was in Kansas or the Land of Oz so long […]
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To the Editor: Maine has an aging population, many of whom want to live out their lives at home. The extended family is a thing of the past. Care facilities are closing. The challenges for family caregivers can be overwhelming. Preparing for inevitable death might be too much to handle for those living alone, and […]
Potters gear up for Maine Pottery Tour
STATE — Spring bursts onto the scene in Maine the first weekend of May, and this year, it coincides with the highly anticipated 12th Annual Maine Pottery Tour. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5, for a unique opportunity to explore the vibrant ceramics scene in Maine. This self-guided tour is […]
Extension launches beginner volunteer management micro-credential
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension, in partnership with Volunteer Maine, launched a new online training for individuals getting started in a volunteer management role. Three self-paced courses make up the Introductory Volunteer Management micro-credential. Level 1, which takes about four hours to complete, provides an overview of what a volunteer manager does and […]
Kids’ Book Review: ‘Books make good friends’
Books Make Good Friends by Jane Mount Books Make Good Friends By Jane Mount Books Make Good Friends, a brightly illustrated picture book for readers of all ages, with pictures of hundreds of books and their titles, reminded me of Where’s Waldo! I found myself looking through the pages, searching for the books I had […]
Book Review/’Books make good friends’
Books Make Good Friends by Jane Mount Books Make Good Friends By Jane Mount Books Make Good Friends, a brightly illustrated picture book for readers of all ages, with pictures of hundreds of books and their titles, reminded me of Where’s Waldo! I found myself looking through the pages, searching for the books I had […]
Do you have room in your heart?
I’m sure you’re ready for springtime and warm weather, especially with these awful winter storms we’ve been having. There is a certain someone who is especially looking forward to warm weather. Her name is Bunny, Bunny the Cat. Bunny is around 6 to 8 years old and came to Responsible Pet Care in September 2023 […]
Free presentation offered
To the Editor: Maine has an aging population, many of whom want to live out their lives at home. The extended family is a thing of the past. Care facilities are closing. The challenges for family caregivers can be overwhelming. Preparing for inevitable death might be too much to handle for those living alone, and […]