AREA
For bikers: United Bikers of Maine, Kennebec County, first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars, Veteran Drive, Winslow.
Barbershop chorus: Maine-ly Harmony Women’s Barbershop Chorus rehearsal, 6:30 p.m., VA hospital at Togus, building 205, room 112; all women are welcome; call 582-5523.
AUGUSTA
Fiber Fun: Fiber Fun Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m., Spinnakeesfarm, 1180 Tasker Road; all fiber arts enthusiasts are welcome to come and knit, crochet, felt, spin and hook; for more information, call Betty at 622-5343 or visit www.spinnakeesfarm.com.
Library events: Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St., activities: Family Story Time, 10 a.m., Youth Services; free and open to the public; 626-2415 or www.lithgow.lib.me.us.
Farmers’ market: Augusta Farmers’ Market, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Turnpike Mall; vegetable vendors selling beet greens, swiss chard, lettuces, pac choi and rhubarb and two bakers, new this season, offering fruit scones, pies, baked bread, cookies and bars; goat cheese and raw goat milk, pickles, relishes, salsas, jams and jellies, strawberries, raspberries and apples and pears; for more information, call Terry Johnston at 549-5112 or visit www.augustafarmersmarket. com.
For teens: Augusta Boys & Girls Club for Teens, 1:30-5:30 p.m., Buker Center, 22 Armory St.; academics, sports, career exploration, arts and crafts, cooking program and more; for teenagers in middle school through high school; for more information, call 622-0452.
Farmers’ market: Augusta Farmers’ Market, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Turnpike Mall.
Food bank: Augusta Food Bank open 12:30-2 p.m., 9 Summer St.; serving residents of Augusta and Manchester; 622-5225.
Historical society: Kennebec Historical Society, 107 Winthrop St., open for research, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; to schedule an appointment outside of these hours, call 622-7718.
For children: Children’s Discovery Museum, 171 Capitol St., open 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Wellness Wednesday with obstacle course and healthy snack; $5.50 for children, $4.50 for adults and free for children younger than 12 months; 622-2209 or www. childrensdiscoverymuseum. org.
Marine corps: Marine Corps League Kennebec Valley Detachment 599, 6:30 p.m., Kennebec Valley Federal Credit Union, 316 Northern Ave.
BELGRADE
Activities: Belgrade Community Center for All Seasons activities: After School Education Program, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; and basketball, 7 p.m.; 495-3481.
GARDINER
Talent show auditions: Johnson Hall Whatever Week Talent Show auditions, 6-7 p.m., Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water St.; all ages and talents are welcome; acts will be auditioned in the order of arrival; audition applicants should be amateur perfomers and bring their accompanying music, if required; karaoke will not be allowed and CDs or tapes should have music only; the show will be held June 23 on the Gardiner waterfront and prizes will be awarded to performers; for more information or an application, call 582-7144 or visit www.johnsonhall.org.
Farmers’ market: Gardiner Farmers’ Market, 2-6 p.m., on The Common; 20 vendors; local products, including vegetables, meats, dairy products, ice cream, baked goods, jams and jellies and more; electronic benefits transfer cards and Women, Infants and Children checks accepted; rain or shine.
Computer group: Capitol Area Macintosh Performa User Group, 7-9 p.m., Gardiner Area High School.
HALLOWELL
Library event: Hubbard Free Library, 115 Second St., activity: Children’s Hour, 10:30-11:30 a.m.; story and craft appropriate for 2- to 5-year-olds; younger and older siblings welcome; free and open to the public; 622-6582.
Business network: Business Network International, 8:30 a.m., Power Play, 301 Water St.; visitors are welcome for coffee and networking; for more information, call Lou at 624-1487.
For seniors: Spectrum Generations, William S. Cohen Community Center, 22 Town Farm Road, activities: Adult Day 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; foot clinic, by appointment, 8 a.m.-noon; roasted pork loin lunch 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with entertainment by Elaine and Norm; free blood pressure clinic, 12:15-1 p.m.; computer lessons, by appointment, noon-4 p.m.; game day 1-4 p.m.; 626-7777.
LITCHFIELD
For seniors: Litchfield Senior Center, Litchfield Academy Community Building, activities: aerobics, 8:30 a.m.; senior chorus practice, 10 a.m.; chorus and instrument practice, 11 a.m.
MONMOUTH
For seniors: Golden Age Senior Citizens Club, noon, regular monthly potluck dinners, Packard Activity Center; entertainment and program; all seniors are welcome.
OAKLAND
American Legion: Decker-Simmons American Legion Post 51 open 3-8 p.m.
For Masons: Drummond Chapter, 6:30 p.m. supper, 7:30 p.m. stated meeting, Masonic hall.
READFIELD
For seniors: New senior center and cafe, 9-11 a.m., Maranacook Middle School, Route 17; Dr. Elizabeth Balsam Hart of HealthReach Hospice will talk about advanced directives and end of life care choices; tea, coffee, muffins, games and presentations provided; attendees are encouraged to bring knitting, crafts, books, writing, instruments and friends; there will be opportunities to help students plant gardens, work on special projects and to hike the trails; for more information, call Rebecca at 685-7337.
RICHMOND
Food pantry: Richmond Food Pantry, 4-6 p.m., Dresden Richmond United Methodist Church, 121 Pleasant St.; donations and volunteers welcome; for more information, email richmondfoodpantry. [email protected].
For seniors: Richmond Senior Center, 314 Front St., open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for socializing, crafts, videos, cards, games and assistance with medical, financial or emotional problems; game day with light refreshments, noon; all seniors welcome.
WHITEFIELD
Blood drive: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Knights of Columbus hall; all donors will receive a coupon for a chance to win a kayak from Old Town Canoe and a bicycle from L.L. Bean and a pass to a Maine state park; to schedule an appointment, call 800-733-2767.
WINTHROP
Beta Sigma Phi: Laureate Lambda Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi meeting, 11 a.m., home of Betty Hanley; lunch and business meeting.
Motorcycle club: American Legion Riders Motorcycle Club, 6 p.m., Alfred W. Maxwell Jr. American Legion Post, 40 Bowdoin St.; for more information, call Colin Hewett at 377-6969 or email [email protected].
Square dance: Squire Town Squares Square Dance Club, 6:30-8:30 p.m., basic; and advanced, 8:30-9 p.m.; Winthrop Grade School, Highland Avenue; 626-0779.
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