MONMOUTH — Cumston Public Library plans to host Bruce Robert Coffin, award-winning author of the Portland-based “Detective Byron” mystery series at 7 p.m. Monday, March 21, via Zoom. A former detective sergeant with more than 27 years in law enforcement, Coffin supervised all homicide and violent crime investigations for Maine’s largest city, according to a […]
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Damariscotta gallery to enter ‘Realm of the Subconscious’
River Arts of Damariscotta plans to present artist Bernadette de Cesare’s solo show, “Realm of the Subconscious,” in the River Room from Friday, March 18, through Wednesday, April 6, at 36 Elm Street Plaza. An opening reception is set for 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 19. de Cesare is a signature member of both the Pastel […]
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Whitefield society to hold annual meeting
Brian O’Mahoney is scheduled to to speak at Whitefield Historical Society’s annual meeting set for 2 p.m. Sunday, March 20, at the Whitefield Fire Station, 24 Town House Road, according to a news release from the society. Brought up in Ireland, O’Mahoney has been a resident of Whitefield for more than 30 years. He teaches […]
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Augusta club, library to celebrate spring with Art In Bloom event
AUGUSTA — The Kennebec Valley Garden Club and the Lithgow Library plan to present Art In Bloom from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 19 at the 45 Winthrop St. library. Maine Lifestyles book-inspired floral designs will be celebrated and placed throughout the library. This event is free and open to all. There will […]
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Partner bereavement support group starts in March
Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area plans to offer a six-week partner bereavement support group starting March 28. Meetings are set for 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays at a location to be determined. This group is for spouses, significant others, and widows or widowers who have lost their partner, according to a news release from the nonprofit. Group facilitators […]
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Damariscotta gallery seeks artists for juried show
River Arts in Damariscotta invites artists to submit work for the upcoming juried show, “New Works.” The deadline for entering the show is 4 p.m. Saturday, March 26. This show will showcase artists’ most recent work with a fresh, up-to-the-minute vibe, according to a news release from the gallery. Works that have been created in […]
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Maine Women’s Hall of Fame to honor 2022 inductees
The Maine Women’s Hall of Fame 33rd annual induction ceremony is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at the Susan and Barry Farber Forum, located in Jewett Hall at 46 University Drive on the University of Maine at Augusta campus. The 2022 inductees include Julia “Judy” Kahrl, Ph.D., an activist for women’s autonomy and […]
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Skowhegan church to offer benefit takeout dinner
A benefit takeout corned beef dinner is scheduled to be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at the Tewksbury Building on Island Avenue in Skowhegan. The cost is $10. Proceeds will benefit heat pumps in the Federated Church. To reserve a dinner, call 207-474-2776, 207-474-0129 or 207-399-0508 by Friday, March 18. Late […]
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Gardiner gallery displays ‘Rejuvenation’ show
GARDINER — The Monkitree store is hosting “Rejuvenation,” a show of works by eight local artists. With Rejuvenation, artists are sharing through their art what reinvigorates them, according to a news release from the gallery. This show features the work of eight artists working in a variety of medium — photography, mixed media collage, fiber […]
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Gibbs Library displays Washington school students’ artwork
WASHINGTON — The Gibbs Library is presenting its 17th annual Student Art Exhibit, featuring the work of artists from Prescott Memorial Elementary School at the library at 40 Old Union Road, in Washington Village. Art Teacher Anthony Lufkin has guided the students, using a wide range of materials and cultural art forms, to express their […]