LIVERMORE FALLS — The “Fall into Books” program is back at Treat Memorial Library, 56 Main St. Each time patrons check out books they earn a chance to win a book in December. The more books read, the more chances earned. The library has books for children, teens, and adults, so everyone gets to play […]
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Clark University recognizes local dean’s list students
WORCESTER, Mass. — Several local residents have been named to Clark University’s spring dean’s list. First honors: Meghan E. Kennedy of Monmouth, Hanna B. Lavenson of Belgrade, Eleanor C. Hodgkin of Manchester, Caleb J. Sacks of Palermo, Anna M. Pellerin of Winslow and Ashley T. Hebert of Oakland. Second honors: Nathan V. Huynh of Augusta, Megan Ringrose of Augusta, Zackary B. […]
Bridgton church celebrates 50th anniversary
BRIDGTON — Nearly 200 people gathered on Saturday, Aug. 21, at St. Joseph Church in Bridgton for a Mass and eucharistic procession in celebration of a golden anniversary. “It is a joy to be with you for this celebration of the 50th anniversary of the dedication of this St. Joseph Church and the establishment of […]
PHOTO: Flag dedication held in Poland
Central Maine Detachment 810 held a flag dedication Aug. 22 at Summit Spring Golf Course in Poland. Summit Spring plans to host the third annual “Marines Helping Veterans” Golf Scramble. Presenting a certificate of appreciation for proudly and publicly displaying the American flag from left were Steven Kinney, owner of Summit Spring Golf Course; Veteran […]
Maine Music Society to hold auditions for 2021-22 season
AUBURN — The Maine Music Society plans to hold auditions for the 2021-22 season on Thursday, Sept. 2. Interested singers should email the new artistic director, Richard Nickerson at rgnickerson@gmail.com. Include a brief statement about previous choral experience, if applicable. No experience is required. Note that society singers must be fully vaccinated. Auditions for the […]
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Club to hold gem, mineral show in Augusta
The 32nd annual Rockhounders Gem and Mineral Show is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 5. Sponsored by Kennebec Rocks and Minerals Club, the event is to occur at the Augusta State Armory on Western Avenue in Augusta. It will include door […]
Hallowell library displays bicentennial fashion exhibit
HALLOWELL — The Vaughan Woods and Historic Homestead and the Hubbard Free Library have teamed to create a display of women’s clothing styles and accessories. The fashion exhibit is scheduled to be on display through September at the 115 Second St. library. The layers of clothing were not only a fashion statement but a source […]
UMF arts center to kick off 10th anniversary season
The Emery Community Arts Center on the University of Maine at Farmington campus plans to kick off its 10th anniversary season with two art exhibition openings and a celebration of Emery’s 10 years of fostering community and the arts. Shown is “Incoming” by Ellis Johnson Contributed photo FARMINGTON — The Emery Community Arts Center, located […]
Rotary club nears end of learning center campaign
The Bridgton Lake-Region Rotary Club reports that it is committed to help make the Magic Lantern 4-H Innovation Lab and Learning Center a creative hub for the youth and citizens of the Lakes Region. The club is coming close to the end of its campaign to raise $10,000 in donations, which it will match. It […]