In celebration of National Public Lands Day, the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge in Wells plans to host a volunteer workday on Saturday, Sept. 25, at the organization’s Spurwink Divison in Scarborough. Specific details will be provided during the registration process. The day is meant to help restore native shrubland habitat, home to many species […]
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Panel discussion to feature ‘Indigenous Mid-Century Maine’
The final Maine’s Mid-Century Moment Series is scheduled at noon Friday, Sept. 24, to feature “Indigenous Mid-Century Maine,” with a panel discussion exploring the cultural and political issues affecting Indigenous communities. This virtual event is free and open to the public, but registration is required (docs.google.com/forms/d/1ahnk3ufDNwDtg3ax11JblIzVCGCMJNKTUKgqk1oOjuw/viewform?ts=60c90451&edit_requested=true). The University of Maine at Augusta’s panel discussion will […]
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Church plans celebration of Lebanese culture for Sept. 25
The historic St. Joseph’s Maronite Church Hafli is scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Winslow Veterans of Foreign Wars at 175 Veteran Drive in Winslow. This event has been a tradition in the Waterville for more than a half century, showcasing the Lebanese community, a driving […]
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Benton Grange plans Sept. 25 open house
The Benton Grange has planned an open house with a potluck supper at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25. All are welcome to bring a dish to the Grange, located at 29 River Road in Benton. Entertainment and membership certification presentations will follow at 7 p.m. Past Stat Master of the Maine State Grange will provide […]
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Textile conservator to talk about antique samplers
Textile conservator Susan Jerome plans to discuss antique samplers at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Pownalborough Court House, at 23 Courthouse Road in Dresden. Jerome’s talk, hosted by the Lincoln County Historical Association, will explore how samplers are an expression of American culture and folklore. Guests will have an opportunity to view LCHA’s […]
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Hospice group offers talk on supporting grieving children
Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area plans to hold an online discussion on ways to help children cope with grief, and what to expect, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30. The Zoom program is for those who have questions about how to support a grieving child in their life. The conversation will be led […]
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Skowhegan Woman’s Club to sell pies and bulbs
Orders need to be placed by Friday, Sept. 24.
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Skating association launches new programs for 2021
HALLOWELL — The Skating Association of Maine has announced the return of skating programs for the 2021 season. Programs started Tuesday with the first class of Learn To Skate USA at the Camden National Bank Ice Vault on the Whitten Road. Through the Learn To Skate USA program, SAM plans to offer the following classes: […]
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Portland Stage updates health and safety policy
Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test and masks are required regardless of vaccination status.
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UMF to host public walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic
Individuals 18 and older are eligible to get a one- or two-dose vaccine.