Mid-Coast Audubon plans to accept bird seed orders until Friday, Feb. 25, to raise funds to support bird conservation and education programming. Orders can be placed through the Audubon’s website, or by mail-in form, available at midcoast.maineaudubon.org. Seeds must be picked up between 10 a.m. and noon on Saturday, March 5 at one of two […]
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Extension 4-H to offer sessions for aspiring volunteers
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension plans to offer a two-part online information session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers at 7 p.m. Tuesdays, March 1 and 8. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey Today” will offer participants information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program, options for volunteering and requirements to […]
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Rangeley chamber announces new board of directors
The Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting Jan. 26. The meeting was conducted via Zoom because of COVID-19 pandemic precaution, according to a news release from the chamber. During the meeting, the annual election results were announced by Margery Jamison. Joanne Dunlap, who served on the executive board as president in 2021, […]
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Camden library film club to pay tribute to Sidney Poitier
During February, the Friday Film Club at Camden Public Library is honoring Black History Month. With the death of Sidney Poitier in January, the club is reflecting on his career as one of the most influential Black actors in America, according to a news release from the library. On Friday, Feb. 18, at 4 p.m., […]
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Great Falls Forum to host Bates College professor
The 2021-22 season of the Great Falls Forum is set to continue at noon Thursday, Feb. 17, with a talk by Bates College Professor Stephanie Kelley-Romano. “Conspiracy Theories: Why, How, and What To Do,” a free, public program, will take place virtually via Zoom and streamed to the Lewiston Public Library Facebook page, according to […]
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Freedom student makes Vermont university dean’s list
NORTHFIELD, Vt. — Maeve L. Noble-Lowe of Freedom has been recognized on the 2021 fall semester dean’s list at Norwich University. Full-time undergraduate students, who earned a semester grade point average of at least 3.40 are awarded dean’s list honors.
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Damariscotta library houses mini food pantry
Skidompha Library in Damariscotta has started a Little Free Pantry, stocked with food and personal care items. Created in partnership with Healthy Lincoln County, the pantry — located near the 184 Main St. library’s back entrance — is available during regular library hours. Although available products may vary, typical items include pasta, rice, canned goods, […]
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East Wilton Masons to host pickup/takeout supper
EAST WILTON — A public takeout roast pork supper is scheduled for 5-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, at the Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building, 70 Bryant Road. The cost is $9 for adults and $5 for those younger than 12. Deliveries are available in the Farmington and Wilton area for $10 per meal. Reservations would […]
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Agricultural industry focus of UMaine Extension webinar
University of Maine Cooperative Extension plans to offer an update for the agricultural industry via webinar at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16. Efficient Irrigation Management for Potato Production will be presented by University of Wisconsin assistant professor Yi Wang, according to a news release from the extension. The cost is $5; registration is required to […]
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Catholic youth to score donations during ‘Souper’ Bowl of Caring
During Sunday’s Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 13, young Catholics from around Maine plan to get donations to benefit those in need through the “Souper” Bowl of Caring. The annual event, held this year on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 12 and 13, is a weekend of giving and serving during which 100% of the monetary […]