The Camden Public Library plans to offer a walking tour of downtown Camden at 4 p.m. Fridays from July 1 through Sept. 16. This educational tour features a handful of historic sites in downtown Camden, including the Camden Public Library grounds and Amphitheatre, which were designated a National Historic Landmark in 2013. Participants can learn […]
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Farmington church to host benefit cruise in/car hop July 31
FARMINGTON — A Cruise In/Car Hop is planned for 4 p.m. Sunday, July 31, with an entertaining afternoon/evening filled with music and food while viewing classic cars and trucks at Fairbanks Union Church, 583 Fairbank Road. According to a news release from the church, a truck division has been added this year. Car and truck […]
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Mount Vernon nonprofit revs up engines on its auction, finishes July 29
MOUNT VERNON — Neighbors Driving Neighbors, a volunteer-based nonprofit that offers free rides to rural residents in its service area, is currently hosting its annual auction online. The auction began July 1, and the nonprofit is heading for a strong finish Friday, July 29. To place a bid on one-of-a-kind art, treats, and experiences, visit […]
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Augusta-based program to offer course for entrepreneurs, business owners
AUGUSTA — New Ventures Maine has an open call for Venturing Forth: Business Planning for Entrepreneurs, a tuition-free, comprehensive, online course scheduled to start Tuesday, Aug. 23. For new entrepreneurs or existing business owners, Venturing Forth helps participants create a written business plan from start to finish with feedback from facilitators and fellow entrepreneurs. The […]
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Farmington society to hold sun porch fundraiser July 30
Farmington Historical Society announces a Summer evening at the town’s historic Octagon House. The Sun Porch Soirée, planned for 6-9 p.m. Saturday, July 30, at 126 High St., will be an evening of food, summer punch, music and a tour of the unusual house. A door prize and silent auction will take place as well, […]
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Waterville Board of Education reschedules meeting to Aug. 1
A Waterville Board of Education meeting scheduled for Monday, July 25 has been changed to Monday, Aug. 1, because the Waterville City Democratic Caucus has been scheduled for 6 p.m. on the 25th at The Elm at 21 College Ave. The school board meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the media center at […]
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Society, land trust to hold entomology field day July 23 in Vassalboro
Maine Entomological Society and Kennebec Land Trust plan to explore the world of insects at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 23, at the Vassalboro Wildlife Habitat off Webber Pond Road. Newcomers and more experienced entomologists alike are invited to come and learn about insect identification at the ecologically diverse and recently expanded habitat, according to a […]
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Bangor Savings Bank to host Augusta chamber’s business event
The Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce’s monthly Business After Hours is scheduled to be hosted by Bangor Savings Bank from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, at 5 Senator Way Building 1 in Augusta. The event is free and open to chamber members and guests. The chamber organizes free monthly networking receptions for members […]
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Lawrence High field hockey teams plan fundraiser July 22 in Waterville
The Lawrence varsity and junior varsity field hockey girls will host a car wash fundraiser from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, July 22, at Grass Eater’s 177 College Ave. facility in Waterville. Car washes will be by donation only to raise funds and the girls also will collect any bottles, cans and deposit-option returnables, according […]
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Historic Damariscotta site seeks volunteer guides
Docent opportunities are available at Damariscotta’s Chapman-Hall House. Volunteer guides provide a valuable service in sharing community history with the visiting public. The Chapman-Hall House historic site, dated to 1754, is the oldest house still in existence in Damariscotta. The house is open on weekends, June through the second Sunday in October. During a tour, […]