FARMINGTON — ArtsFarmington, an affiliate of the University of Maine at Farmington, has developed its Arts Inspire Youth program to offer free access to its programs for those 18 years old and younger. This includes this year’s performance of The Nutcracker. Those wishing to access the program may do so while purchasing tickets online or […]
Community
High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers
The High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers to lead outdoor programs and workshops on its conserved lands and the lands it stewards. The alliance is partnering with GoldLEAF Institute to connect the 55-plus community with Maine’s High Peaks Region. Volunteer opportunities include co-leaders for guided adventures such as the winter snowshoe series, a monthly 60-90 minute […]
Vassalboro church to hold online holiday auction
VASSALBORO — The Vassalboro United Methodist Church is set to hold an online holiday auction from 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, through 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9. More than 100 items will be available to place bids on at any time. The option to “buy now” is also included with each item or place bids […]
Camden school to offer ukulele workshop Dec. 7
CAMDEN — A 90-minute Bay Chamber workshop for intermediate ukulele players is set for 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 7, at Bay Chamber Concerts and Music School, 5 Mountain St. The workshop offers clear steps toward a higher level of playing with a focus on skill building, technique and expression. “My goal is to […]
Augusta United Way creates ‘Unignorable’ campaign posters
AUGUSTA — United Way of Kennebec Valley is bringing attention to critical community issues through its 2024 “Unignorable” campaign. With two featured posters on education inequality and childhood hunger, UWKV emphasizes barriers that prevent children in Kennebec County from realizing their potential, affecting both their well-being and the community’s future. Conceptualized and illustrated by UWKV […]
UMaine Extension offers webinars on demand bundles
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering eight new bundles of prerecorded webinars on gardening-related topics. The On Demand Webinar bundles include three-to-four webinars and related resources that can make good gifts for gardeners, according to a news release from Melissa Arndt, director of marking and communications, University of Maine Cooperative Extension. New topics include: […]
Sand Buckets and Clear Paths Program helps Augusta residents after storms
AUGUSTA — The seventh annual Sand Buckets and Clear Paths Program aims to support Augusta residents age 60 and older, who have a disability or physical limitations that prevent them from clearing their pathways or obtaining sand for winter safety. This program is a partnership between Augusta Age-Friendly, Augusta Parks and Recreation, Augusta Police Department, […]
MaineGeneral, Colby College revive walking program
WATERVILLE — MaineGeneral Health’s Peter Alfond Prevention & Heathy Living Center has restarted its Colby College Walking Program at the Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, 4900 Mayflower Hill Drive. The program was suspended for several years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is for those age 55 and older. Community members may walk from […]
Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest set for Dec. 6-8
WISCASSET – The three-day Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Dec. 6-8, in Wiscasset Village, and features family events Friday and Saturday evenings. There will be a visit from Santa who arrives via a light parade. Children get treats and cocoa, adults get hot toddies. Sheep will […]
Family Festival of Trees set for Waterville Elks Banquet & Conference Center
Volunteers are needed to assist the Alfond Youth & Community Center and Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s annual fundraising event.