The Franklin County Homemaker Extension programs, in partnership with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, have been announced its December programs. The public is welcome to join any of meetings or community service projects.

• Clearwater, 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, storytelling and holiday party, Shorey Chapel; 778-9089.

• Kingfield, 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, pot luck dinner and gift exchange, Webster Hall; 684-5579.

• Neighborhood, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, holiday party, Trinity Methodist Church; 778-4517.

• North Chesterville, 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, annual holiday party. Chesterville Town Office; 778-3156.

• Strong Learning and Sharing, 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec 18, holiday party, and show and tell, The Methodist Parish House, 684-4538.

• Wilton Day, 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, holiday party, private home; 645-2423.