This event will be held at the Merrymeeting Bay Wildlife Management Area in Bowdoinham.
Community
State launches online tools for community planning
AUGUSTA — The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Municipal Planning Assistance Program has released two online tools to help Maine communities plan for the future. The Maine Comprehensive Plan Data Portal and Mapping Services StoryMap offers a one-stop shop for essential data and maps needed to create comprehensive plans. These plans serve as blueprints […]
Bridge clubs list recent winners
Elm City Bridge Club Nancy Nesbit and Natasha Rosenbaum finished first at the Elm City Duplicate Bridge Club on Sept. 3. Lee Lenfest and Wilma Pouliott were second, with Dick Quinlan and Jessie Gunther third. Games begin at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St.; new players are welcome. For more […]
Bremen Democratic Committee to host summer social Sept. 14
BREMEN — The Bremen Democratic Committee is set to hold a late summer social from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 14. The event’s location will be provided upon registration by emailing [email protected]. The gathering will feature coffee, juice and a variety of pastries in a casual setting, where attendees will discuss strategies to […]
Belfast arts center to hold life drawing marathon, exhibition opening
BELFAST — Waterfall Arts is set to hold a 12-hour Life Drawing Marathon, set to take place Saturday, Sept. 14. This event also marks the opening of its Life Drawing Exhibition in the Clifford Gallery, featuring works from many of its regular participating artists. The marathon runs from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 256 […]
Autumn open mic set for Damariscotta Sept. 14
DAMARISCOTTA — Damariscotta Open Mic is set for 1:30-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, in the Long Barn at Inn Along the Way, Chapman Farm, 741 Main St. Artist performances, a chance to jam with friends, inn tours and hay field walks are all part of the by-donation “open mic with a twist” fundraiser in support […]
Jefferson society to host last open house of year Sept. 8
JEFFERSON — The Jefferson Historical Society’s final open house of the season is set for 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, at the Old Jefferson Town House at 7 Gardiner Road. Oxen were essential for many farmers and workers throughout Jefferson’s history, and several people continue the tradition, showing their animals and how they work. Three […]
Skowhegan rally for democracy highlights crucial issues for working families
SKOWHEGAN — Skowhegan’s Coburn Park was the site of a rally for democracy Sept. 1. Ethan Brownell, a history teacher and father of three, served as master of ceremonies. Brownell, recognized as Maine’s 2023 History Teacher of the Year, is campaigning for state Senate District 3 with a focus on improving support for working families. […]
Wiscasset chorus to hold first rehearsal Sept. 10
Join Sheepscot Chorus to sing “The First Nowell” by Vaughan Williams and other holiday favorites in December.
Newcastle choir to start auditions Sept. 11
NEWCASTLE — St. Cecilia Chamber Choir is holding auditions for all voice parts it begins preparing its December “Ceremony of Lessons and Carols” concert. Rehearsals are set for 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays starting Sept. 11, at St. Andrew’s Church on Glidden Street. Drawing inspiration from the King’s College Cambridge Service of Lessons and Carols, the program […]