Local grantees based in Benton, Madison, Monmouth, Alna and Waldoboro.
June
Somerville’s farmers market to launch Maine Harvest Bucks program Sept. 1
Harvest Bucks is a nutrition incentive program that provides extra fruit and vegetables to folks who shop with an EBT/SNAP card at farmers markets.
Bicentennial grants for communities, individuals available
Grant applicants should focus on bicentennial-themed projects that benefit the public, such as parades, historic preservation efforts, lectures, and curriculum.
Summer meals provided in Waterville, Oakland
Locations include Waterville’s Alfond Youth Center, North End Boys & Girls Club, and Oakland’s Cap Tracy.
Honeybee swarm collection service offered
Knox-Lincoln County Beekeepers offer guidance on extractions from homes, buildings, other structures.
RSU 18 sponsors Summer Meals Program
The program will run through Aug. 9 at nine sites located in China, Oakland, Belgrade Lakes and Rome.
WOH plans ‘The Divine Sister’ auditions
Auditions set for June 29-30 in the opera house rehearsal space in Waterville.
Open Farm Day set for Somerville, Palermo
Events hosted by the Somerville Farmers’ Network.
Strawberry Festival planned for Jefferson
Proceeds help maintain the Bunker Hill Church, hall, grounds, and view of the lake, as well as local community projects.
RSU 4 offers Summer Food Service Program
Sites include Oak Hill middle and high schools in Wales, and Garden Heights in Sabattus.