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Statewide network to start free leader trainings in June
Healthy Living for ME plans to offer several free leader trainings throughout the year for those interested in volunteering with the organization as a workshop leader. Any interested resident is welcome to join the trainings. Community organizations are also welcome to have its staff and/or volunteers participate in the leader trainings. “If you’re passionate about […]
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Educational center to offer college planning sessions in May
The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning: Virtual: • Monday, May 1, at 9 and 11 a.m. • Wednesday, May 3, at 11 a.m., noon, 6 and 7 p.m. • Monday, […]
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Local master gardener to give no-till talk in Washington April 21
WASHINGTON — Local master gardener Sharon Turner plans to give a talk this month on how to start a home garden using simple, no-till, organic techniques to get one’s vegetable or ornamental garden growing this season. “Starting a Garden from Scratch” is set for 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 21, in the Bryant Room of Gibbs […]
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St. Michael Parish to celebrate Earth Day with film, Cobbossee cleanup
St. Michael Parish in Augusta plans to celebrate Earth Day — Saturday, April 22 — with a pair of events. On Thursday, April 20, the parish will present “The Letter,” a documentary film about how people’s spiritual values call them to confront the planetary crisis. The screening will take place at 7 p.m. in the […]
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Homeschoolers convention set for April 22 in Augusta
AUGUSTA — Homeschoolers of Maine 2023 Convention: Families Helping Families — Together With HOME is set for 8 a.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Augusta Armory at 179 Western Ave. The convention will feature keynote speaker Peggy Ployhar. To register, visit homeschoolersofmaine.org. Check out other upcoming area events!
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Foundation scholarships available to Franklin County adult learners
Adult learners from Franklin County who are returning to school for post-secondary education are eligible to apply for the Hugh and Elizabeth Montgomery Scholarship at the Maine Community Foundation. Preference is given to students for whom a scholarship would make a significant difference in their ability to attend school. First-time applicants need not be enrolled […]
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Bicycle-fixing workshop set for Mt. Vernon, Readfield May 1
A Fix-A-Bike Workshop is scheduled to be held in both Mt. Vernon and Readfield Monday, May 1. The event is for those curious about bicycle mechanics, looking to maintain their bike or conduct long-overdue care, and perform a roadside repair. The two-hour hands-on workshop is open to teens and adults. They are asked to bring […]
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Farmington Falls Fire Co. seeks yard sale donations
Proceeds help maintain Philbrick Park, and sponsor Hawks Majors and Minors baseball teams.
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Unity-based land trust to host solar project talk April 19
WATERVILLE — The Sebasticook Regional Land Trust Speaker Series is set to host a presentation about the status of the Three Corners Solar Farm at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at the Chace Community Forum, 150 Main St. Speakers include Deron Lawrence, senior director of Natural Resources Permitting & Policy; and Chad Allen, development manager […]