WinterKids plans to hold its 12th annual License to Chill Celebration, presented by Mt. Abram Ski Resort & Bike Park, from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9. This year’s event will be at a new venue, Après at 148 Anderson St. in Portland. The celebration has become a cornerstone of Maine’s winter social calendar, drawing […]
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Maine Woodland Owners talk to cover next generation Oct. 18
Maine Woodland Owners plans to host an online program geared for property owners in Maine who are new to managing their woodlands, often called “next generation woodland owners.” Maine Forest Service District Forester Lauren Ouellette will present “You Have Woods … Now What?” at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, as part of Maine Woodland Owners’ […]
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Benton talk to cover Maine Entomological Society, wonders of bugs
BENTON — The Sebasticook Regional Land Trust plans to host a talk on the insect and terrestrial arthropod fauna of Maine. The event is set for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, at the Benton Grange, 29 River Road. Geologist and retired Colby College professor Bob Nelson will introduce the Maine Entomological Society and its work. […]
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Camden library to host hybrid talk by eco-historian Oct. 24
As a part of Discover History Month, the Camden Public Library plans to host eco-historian, researcher and author Kerry Hardy for his presentation, “River of History: Public History of the Hudson/Mahicannituck.” The talk, also offered via Zoom, will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the 55 Main St. library. Hardy’s talk will […]
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Bridge clubs announce recent winners
Elm City Bridge Club Lynne Kerschner and Jeannie Reillig finished first at the Elm City Bridge Club in Waterville during the Oct. 10 duplicate bridge session. Diane Bishop and Ken Harvey second. Games begin at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St.; new players are welcome. For more information, call Jessie […]
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WinterKids opens application window for 2024 winter games
The application is open until Monday, Oct. 23.
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Skowhegan Woman’s Club joins group to break silence of domestic abuse
The GFCW Skowhegan Woman’s Club painted the town yellow on Oct. 6 for Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, getting Finding Our Voices posters up in 20 business windows and having many conversations along the way. The posters feature the faces and voices of 45 Maine survivors including Gov. Janet Mills, and are the most visible way […]
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American Legion Post 2 to host brunch day in Augusta Oct. 22
This event is open to the public, but one must have a ticket.
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Skowhegan church group seeks vendors for Nov. 18 holiday fair
SKOWHEGAN — The Women’s Fellowship seeks vendors for its annual Mistletoe Holiday Craft Fair. The event is set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Tewksbury Hall behind the Federated Church at 13 Island Ave. Tables cost $25 each. Payment is required by Wednesday, Nov. 15. For tables and more information, […]
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Online 4-H weaving club helps youth get creative
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H plans to offer an online Weaving SPIN (SPecial INterest) Club for youth interested in learning about the world of fiber and textiles and expanding their creative skills. The club will meet at 4 p.m. on Oct. 24 and 26 and Nov. 2, 14 and 16. Geared toward […]