LEWISTON — Previously known as the 21-Day Racial Equity and Social Justice Challenge, the Stand Against Racism Challenge: A Virtual Community of Growth is the same program developed by YWCA and adapted nationwide. The challenge is an opportunity to dive deep into racial equity and social justice. This year, YWCA will be investigating critical race […]
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Educational center to offer April college planning sessions
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, April 4 at 9 and 10 a.m. • Wednesday, April 6 at 9 and 10 a.m. • Thursday, April 7 at […]
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Farm tractor safety classes planned
A four-session farm tractor safety courses are scheduled in two locations by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Classes will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. starting Monday, April 4, at Gorham Public Works, 80 Huston Road, Gorham. Classes will continue from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 11 and 25, ending April 30. The […]
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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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Chet Jordan scholarship available for student leaders
Student leaders can apply for the Chet Jordan Leadership Award at the Maine Community Foundation. Eligible applicants are graduating seniors at Maine high schools who are pursuing post-secondary study in a two- or four-year certificate or undergraduate degree within the University of Maine System, Maine Community College System, Maine Maritime Academy and all vocational/technical schools […]
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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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Aging agency offers free program for aiding dementia care
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, plans to offer a Music & Memory program for adults who have Alzheimer’s Disease or other related dementia and their caregivers. Music & Memory sessions will be presented one on one with caregivers and clients in their homes starting in […]
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SeniorsPlus to offer dementia care workshop series
Lewiston’s SeniorsPlus plans to present Care Partner Support Series — Five Sessions to Change remotely from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursdays from March 17 to April 14. This free series of virtual webinars is designed to educate and connect care partners of a person living with dementia. It is presented in conjunction with Positive Approach […]
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Portland Diocese launches Lent website
PORTLAND — The Diocese of Portland website has launched a Lent section — portlanddiocese.org/lent-resources — which featuring a variety of resources to assist people on their Lenten journey. Lent runs from Ash Wednesday, March 2, to Holy Thursday, April 14. The three pillars of the Lenten season are prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, according to a […]
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Masses in Spanish to be held throughout Lent
Masses in Spanish are set for seven Maine communities during Lent, which runs from Ash Wednesday, March 2, to Holy Thursday, April 14. Mass will be celebrated at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church on 65 Mellen St. in Portland. In addition, the Stations of the Cross will be presented in Spanish at 6 […]