The Readfield Historical Society plans to hold its annual meeting and the presentation of a yearly award of appreciation to a community member, followed by a program from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at Gile Hall, 8 Old Kents Hill Road, according to a news release from the society. The program, I Love […]
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Franco-American genealogy society to meet in Auburn
The Maine Franco-American Genealogical Society plans to hold its spring general meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 30, at the Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St., Auburn. A brief business meeting will be followed by refreshments and guest speaker Anna Faherty’s presentation from 11 a.m. to noon, according to a news release from the society. […]
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Foundation opens applications for Children’s Health Small Grant
The Sadie and Harry Davis Foundation has launched the 15th cycle of its Children’s Health Small Grants Program, which supports a wide range of children’s health and wellness initiatives each year. Updated guidelines and requirements are available at klingenstein.org/sadie-harry-davis-foundation. The application period closes at midnight Tuesday, May 31, according to a news release from the […]
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Madison Legion to host in-person barbecue April 30
MADISON — A hamburger, hot dog and chicken in-person barbecue is planned from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 30 at Madison American Legion Hall, 20 S. Maple St. The cost is $10 per person. Takeouts are available; order ahead by calling 207-696-5848. The event is sponsored by the Sons of the American Legion, Squadron […]
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Winthrop library to celebrate local poets
WINTHROP — The Bailey Library plans to celebrate poetry month with Poets in the Library at noon Saturday, April 30, at 39 Main St. The event focuses on the recently self-published chapbook “A Simple Abundance” that features more than a dozen local poets, according to a news release from the library. The poets featured in […]
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Maine Fiddlehead Festival returns to Farmington April 30
After a two-year hiatus, the Maine Fiddlehead Festival is slated for a revival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 30, on the campus of the University of Maine at Farmington. Beginning in 2012, the local food-centered festival was held annually until the COVID-19 pandemic cancelled plans in 2020 and 2021. In its ninth […]
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Arts organization to hold open auditions in Rangeley
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts plans to produce a live theater event, “Don’t Drink the Water” by Woody Allen, in August. Auditions are scheduled for 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at the RFA Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main St. The performance dates are Aug. 19, 20 and 21. Auditions are open to everyone […]
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Wiscasset gallery extends juried members show deadline to May 7
WISCASSET — The Maine Art Gallery seeks submissions until Saturday, May 7, for its Members Show, scheduled to run June 4-25. Works will be exhibited in the Maine Art Gallery’s historic Old Academy Building at 15 Warren St., in Wiscasset. Artists who are not currently members may join for $30. The show’s juror, Sam Cady, […]
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Farmington to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The Farmington Police Department plans to collect expired or unused prescription medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at the Meetinghouse Park Gazebo on Main Street, in conjunction with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Along with prescription drugs, residents can also dispose of expired over-the-counter medication, vitamins and pet medications during […]
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Damariscotta trust to host benefit for Ukrainians
All proceeds from the sale will be sent directly to Doctors Without Borders and Save the Children Charities.