River Arts in Damariscotta invites photographers to submit work for its upcoming photo show, which is open to original photographic works. The deadline for dropping off work at the gallery is 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16. Photographer Rose Marasco is the show’s juror. The show is open to photographic works only. All work must be […]
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Historical society to host tour of Winthrop cemetery
Bailey Public Library Adult Services Librarian Nick Perry and Youth Services Librarian Stacy Tomassone plan a journey into the past, hosted by Winthrop Maine Historical Society, at noon Saturday, Oct. 9. Attendees can learn about the first settlers who came to Winthrop, a Revolutionary War hero and a Civil War Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, […]
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Camden, town’s library celebrates ‘Olmsted 200’
The nationwide event celebrates of the work and philosophy of the Olmsted firm over the past 200 years of American park design.
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Jubilarian Mass honors Maine priests in Scarborough
SCARBOROUGH — More than 50 Maine priests joined parishioners at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church Sept. 24 to celebrate the priesthood as well as the ordination anniversaries of many priests. The annual Jubilarian Mass honors priests celebrating special anniversaries since their ordination to the priesthood, particularly those commemorating 25 or 50 years as a priest. The […]
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Gardiner church youth and teen groups to meet
GARDINER — Winter Street Baptist Church plans to hold youth and teen group activities from 5 to 6 pm. on the first and third Sunday of each month at 32 Winter St. Team K.I.D. Youth Group is for ages 4 to grade six, and Teen Impact Group is for grades seven to 12. Activities will […]
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Community program to host ‘Food & Fun’ drive-thru event Oct. 6
In lieu of its annual community celebration, the Kennebec Valley Community Action Program is set to host a Food & Fun Drive-Thru event from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6, simultaneously in Augusta, Waterville and Skowhegan. The drive thru will be held at the Augusta Civic Center, at 76 Community Drive, Notre Dame Church, […]
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State program to collect unwanted pesticides for free
AUGUSTA — The Obsolete Pesticide Collection Program protects Maine’s natural resources and prevents agriculture pollution by promoting the safe and proper disposal of outdated, unused, or unwanted pesticides. The program is open to homeowners and family-owned farms who are encouraged to bring unwanted pesticides — including herbicides, insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, and similar products used in […]
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UMaine Extension offers fermentation workshop Oct. 12
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension plans to offer a webinar on preserving foods using fermentation at noon Tuesday, Oct. 12. “Preserving the Maine Harvest: Fermenting Vegetables” will feature an exploration of the science of fermentation, a discussion and demonstration of the basic steps of making sauerkraut, and tips for success in an interactive […]
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Bath arts center calls for photography submissions
BATH — The Chocolate Church Arts Center seeks submissions from photographers in the Midcoast region. There is a $5 entry fee for each piece submitted. CCAC members will be given a rebate in the form of a Chocolate Church Gift Certificate for up to five submissions for $25. All submissions must be received by 11:59 […]
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Farmington student named to St. Lawrence University dean’s list
CANTON, N.Y. — Meghan Charles of Farmington has been named to the 2021 summer semester dean’s list at St. Lawrence University, where she is a member of the class of 2022. Charles, who is majoring in psychology and environmental studies, attended Mount Blue High School. To be eligible for the dean’s list, a student must […]