The University of Maine at Augusta, in partnership with the Castine Historical Society, is scheduled to host a virtual panel discussion about author Katharine Butler Hathaway and her 1943 memoir, “The Little Locksmith.” This event, to be held via Zoom from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 24, is part of UMA’s Maine’s Mid-Century Moment […]
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Auburn college offers free early childhood educator training
AUBURN – The Center for Workforce and Professional Development at Central Maine Community College is partnering with area employers and service providers to recruit candidates interested in becoming a qualified early childhood educator with a Child Development Associate Credential. Successful candidates will be hired as teacher/teacher assistants by employer-partners and take part in free training […]
Dedication planned in Lisbon Falls pastor’s memory
LISBON FALLS — Current and former parishioners, community members, and others plan to gather Sunday, Sept. 12 in Lisbon Falls to pay tribute to Fr. Lionel Chouinard, former pastor of Holy Trinity Church, who died in 2019. A memorial dedication and celebration is to begin with a 10:30 a.m. Mass, celebrated by Bishop Robert Deeley, […]
Rangeley group recognizes ‘Art in August’ winners
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts held its 41st annual “Art in August” event Aug. 5 in Oquossoc. Prizes were awarded in both two-dimensional (wall hung) and three-dimensional (sculpture and craft) categories. Ribbons and cash prizes were awarded to first-, second- and third-place winners. Honorable mention winners received ribbons. John Hooper’s wood carving work won […]
Doc & Mardie 5K, Kids 1-Mile Fun Run set for Saturday
16th Annual Doc & Mardie 5K and Kids 1-Mile Fun Rus has been scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 21, starting at Alfond Youth & Community Center, 126 North St. in Waterville. The all ages run/walk will be in honor of Doc and Mardie Brown. This all ages affair is for every level runner, from parents pushing […]
Dead River Area Historical Society to host ice cream social
STRATTON — The Dead River Area Historical Society plans to be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, and Sunday Sept. 5. Join us Sunday for an Ice Cream Social set for 1-3 p.m. and along with your ice cream enjoy a brownie Ala mode made and served by volunteers. Charlie Bruce […]
Union Fair will begin this week
The Union Fair, home of the Maine Wild Blueberry Festival, is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 21, through Saturday, Aug. 28, at the fairground on Fairground Lane in Union. Major events include contests, live music, harness racing, the Wine Pavilion, fireworks, the Maine Wild Blueberry Queen Coronation, demolition derby, exhibits, demonstrations and shows, Midway, 4-H exhibits, […]
Winthrop Historical Society open house set
The Winthrop Historical Society’s summer has been filled with preparing the Center for opening. Members of the Society and several contractors renovated the Center, volunteers painted, moved artifacts to the Center, and did yard work around the Center. A sneak peak was held at a Membership Welcome Night earlier this month at the new Winthrop […]
Maine Theater Fund seeks grant proposals
The Maine Community Foundation’s Maine Theater Fund is accepting grant proposals from local, regional and statewide nonprofit theaters or theater groups. Funds will be awarded for programmatic, capacity-building, operating and capital support. Awards typically are between $2,500 and $5,000, although larger awards may be considered. The deadline for grant applications is Sept. 15. An online […]
Wiscasset alliance wins arts commission grants
WISCASSET — The Maine Arts Commission has awarded two grants to Wiscasset Creative Alliance to support community-building activities in and around Wiscasset Village. The alliance is an umbrella nonprofit which serves as the home base for Wiscasset Art Walk, Wiscasset’s Museum in the Streets, Wiscasset Marketfest, and Friends of Wiscasset Village, providing the benefits of […]