In Maine, Portland/Auburn area Verizon Wireless retail locations will be giving away hundreds of free backpacks at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at eight locations.
Community
Camden chorus offers free series in learning to read music
CAMDEN — Midcoast Community Chorus is offering three free evening classes in reading and singing music this summer. All classes are scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the chorus’ meeting space, 58 Bayview St. No. 5. The first class, focusing on rhythm and tempo, will be held July 24. The second class, on July 31, […]
Area students named Mitchell Scholars
Each Mitchell Scholar will receive a scholarship of $10,000, along with leadership and professional development programming throughout their college careers.
Oakfest 2024 weekend to kick off July 26
This year’s Oakfest theme is Christmas in July with three days of family entertainment beginning Friday evening with food, music and a parade on Main Street.
Damariscotta group to host panel discussion July 28
Caregiving is an important public health issue that affects the quality of life for millions of individuals.
Maine Open Farm Day set for July 28
This annual event is an opportunity for families, educators, and anyone curious about agriculture to connect with farmers and explore Maine’s vitally important agricultural community.
The Way It Was in Skowhegan: Week of July 22-29
Showcasing what happened in the Skowhegan-area on this date for the week of July 22-29. Visit Centralmaine.com/archive to view nearly 200 years’ worth of history at your fingertips.
Pittsfield graduate receives Ezhaya scholarship
WATERVILLE — Olivia Varney of Pittsfield was selected as the 2024 Joseph B. Ezhaya scholarship winner. Varney graduated this spring from Pittsfield’s Maine Central Institute. She was inducted into the National Honor Society and Honor Society for Visual & Performing Arts, as being involved with the student council and key club. Outside of her school activities, […]
Unity society exhibit to feature items from collection
While the display will be available for viewing throughout July, a reception will be held at 7 pm. Tuesday, July 23 at the library.
Benefit mud run set for New Portland July 27
Meadow Brook Mudders will host this event to benefit two local families in need.