RANGELEY — Auditions for “We’re Alright,” a self-written juke box-style musical, are set for 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov 6, at at the RFA Lakeside Theater 2493 Main St. This is an original play written locally by Pam Ellis and Val Zapolsky. Production dates are 7 p.m. Feb 18-20. Those who cannot attend this audition time […]
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Literacy Volunteers of Franklin, Somerset counties recognize local partners
FARMINGTON — Learning Partner Commendations were announced recently by Literacy Volunteers of Franklin and Somerset Counties at its annual meeting, held Oct. 19 at the Franklin County Adult Education center and online. “We are deeply grateful to all members of our organization and to the community for supporting our mission. We wish to recognize partners […]
Crafters sought for Nov. 19 Christmas fair in Skowhegan
SKOWHEGAN — Vendors and crafters are sought for a Christmas Fair set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at the Skowhegan Federated Church, 13 Island Ave. To reserve a space, call 207-474-0129. Check out other upcoming area events!
Lincoln Academy to host open house Nov. 2 in Newcastle
All prospective students are invited to Lincoln Academy’s 2022 Prospective Student Open House, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2. The event will begin in the Alumni Dining Commons in the center of the Lincoln Academy campus, 81 Academy Hill in Newcastle. This year’s event is a return to the in-person open house format at […]
Franklin County adult learners to have greater access to computer courses
Adult learners at all levels of computer knowledge will have access to local training.
Halloween Trail of Terror set for Oct. 28, 29 in Union
The Friends of Union Fair plan to sponsor its annual Halloween Trail of Terror from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 28 and 29, at 175 Fairgrounds Lane in Union. The trail is an after-dark, outdoors, escorted walking event through the barns and around the grounds of the Union Fairground. The core team […]
Treat Memorial Library announces upcoming programming
LIVERMORE FALLS — Treat Memorial Library, 56 Main St., recently announced it is going fine free. Fines will no longer be collected; existing charges for overdue materials will be waived, according to a news release from Alana Knapp, Treat Memorial Library assistant director. The fine-free policy will only apply to overdue items. There will still […]
Vassalboro school group holds food truck night
Vassalboro Community School’s parent-teacher organization recently held a food truck night at the school as a fundraiser for the Michaud Family. Ira Michaud is the principal of the Vassalboro Community School, and his son is battling a very rare cancer. Michaud is himself a Cubmaster, and his son Ian is a Cub Scout. Vassalboro Pack […]
Solon Elementary students contribute to community science project
Using the Maine Audubon’s teaching resources, a local educator and her students contribute to a statewide water quality database by collecting and identifying stream life.
Augusta library to host singer, member of Hallowell-based band Nov. 1
Karen Grimshaw, a singer, songwriter and member of Hallowell-based band The Blenders, is scheduled to perform at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St. in Augusta. Inspired by her rural Kansas roots and a childhood spent listening to her parents’ diverse record collection, Grimshaw crafts songs that blend folk, blues […]