Fayette’s Starling Hall’s annual online auction, its largest fundraiser of the year, is set to open bidding Friday, March 1. All proceeds are being dedicated to Starling Hall renovations. Starling Hall is the oldest building in Maine known to be built to function specifically as a Grange hall. First constructed in 1878, the original structure […]
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Maine Drama Festival regionals set for March 8, 9
More than 1,000 students at 69 high schools all across Maine are preparing for the 2024 Maine Drama Festival. On Friday and Saturday, March 8 and 9, at eight regional competitions in Brewer, Ellsworth, Fairfield, Freeport, Saco, Skowhegan, South Berwick and Windham, schools are set to present plays ranging from the classics to student-written pieces. […]
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Brunswick center to host Malaga Island presentation Feb. 29
BRUNSWICK — Pejepscot History Center is set to host a presentation on the history of nearby Malaga Island and the role PHC staff played two decades ago in highlighting the injustices endured by its inhabitants. The event is set for 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 29, 2 at NOMAD, 14 Maine St. A half-hour reception with […]
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Unity library to display Troy artist’s work through March
UNITY — Troy artist Sandy Olson’s work is on display through March at the Unity Public Library. The works can be seen anytime the library is open. A public reception to meet the artist, with light refreshments, is set for 5-7:30 p.m. Friday, March 8, at the 38 School St. library. Olson describes the inspiration […]
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Maine Art Gallery’s 2024 season to honor past while looking to future
Wiscasset’s Maine Art Gallery continues to grow in membership and statewide recognition with an exhibit and program season that highlights the influences of early members and provides more opportunities for contemporary artists. From April to October the 15 Warren St. gallery will be filled with work that showcases the importance of artistic legacy. The exhibitions […]
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Grief support group to start in March in Manchester
MANCHESTER — GriefShare Grief Support Group is set to start at 6 p.m. Friday, March 15, at Hope Baptist Church, 726 Western Ave. On Friday, March 8, there will be a session from 6-8 p.m. focusing on the loss of a spouse. No matter what the circumstances, grief is a painful, confusing process. A GriefShare […]
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Lincoln County Historical Association to hold Feb. 27 online lecture
The lecture will be presented by James Tanzer, special collections research services librarian at Bowdoin College.
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Hubbard Free Library seeks applicants for trustee board
HALLOWELL — The Hubbard Free Library is seeking applicants for several vacancies on its board of trustees. Over the past 144 years, the Hubbard thrived because thousands of Hallowell citizens understood that intellectual freedom, information, and the fostering of an engaged, informed citizenry is fundamental to democracy, according to a news release from Jill Lectka, […]
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SKILLS, Inc. launches Opportunities Driving School
ST. ALBANS — SKILLS, Inc. is opening the Opportunities Driving School, its driver education program. “Driving is an important aspect of increasing independence, especially in our region. With the opening of Opportunities Driving School, SKILLS is pleased to provide another avenue for supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in pursuing their individual goals,” said […]
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Dental health clinic to hold Give Kids a Smile Day in Bangor Feb. 23
Free dental cleanings and exams are available for children.