FARMINGTON — Old South Congregational Church, located at 235 Main Street in Farmington, is set to “Welcome Home” their community on Sept. 7 with the Pancakery Cafe, youth programming, and a new Director of Children and Youth Ministries. Community members are encouraged to come for worship and stay for fellowship and food! As they kick […]
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SeniorsPlus announces new member, new slate of officers
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, announces the election of a new member to its Board of Directors, as well as a new slate of officers. Joining the Board is Roland Morin of Livermore. Morin is a retired nurse practitioner. He served as a Money […]
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Reeds Mill Church plans Old Home Sunday
MADRID — Reeds Mill Church, the non-denominational Christian “Church in the Wildwood” located at 995 Reeds Mill Road in Madrid, will hold its annual Old Home Sunday on Aug. 24. A time-honored tradition, we start with a potluck picnic at noon and hold a worship service at 1 p.m. All are welcome. This special Sunday […]
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Madrid Historical Society hosts open house
MADRID — The Madrid Historical Society (MHS), on the corner of Reeds Mill Road and Schoolhouse Road, will host an Open House on Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., showcasing the schoolroom display and museum. MHS has opened its doors in conjunction with Phillips’ Old Home Days for the last several years. […]
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UMaine Extension Master Gardener Volunteer training now accepting applications
STATE — Gardeners with a passion for community service are invited to apply for the 2025-26 Master Gardener Volunteers training offered by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. This program combines in-depth horticultural education with meaningful community service. Applications are open now through Aug. 15, by 4:30 p.m., with training to begin in October. The […]
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Weld library offers author talk, book signing
WELD — Meet some interesting writers at the Weld Free Public Library’s Author Talk & Book Signing on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 4 p.m. in the Weld Town Hall. Authors include Dennis Cleasby – Biography & Art; Brent West & Amanda Laliberte – Recreational Trails/ High Peaks Alliance; Roger Lambert – Outdoor Adventures; Dena Polko […]
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Master Gardener Volunteer training now accepting applications
STATE — Gardeners with a passion for community service are invited to apply for the 2025-26 Master Gardener Volunteer training offered by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. This program combines in-depth horticultural education with meaningful community service. Applications are open now through August 15, by 4:30 p.m., with training to begin in October. […]
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St. Luke’s Lobster Roll Bag Lunch sale set
WILTON — St. Luke’s Episcopal Church returns with our famous lobster roll bagged lunches for the Wilton Blueberry Festival. Saturday, August 2, beginning at 11 am. Sales are by pre-order for pick-up or by walk-up until sold out (cash or check only). Lunches include a fresh, clear meat lobster roll with chips, a homemade brownie, […]
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Child and Adult Care food program available
WILTON — Western Maine Community Action, 20 Church Street in East Wilton, (207) 645-3764, announces its participation in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program. Meals are available at no separate charge for all children. In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this […]
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WinterKids launches free 25 Days of Movement Challenge for Maine families
STATE — In celebration of its 25th Anniversary, WinterKids has launched the 25 Days of Movement Challenge – a free, statewide initiative designed to get families moving outdoors together this August. Participants receive a downloadable digital guide packed with over 100 screen-free activity ideas and can enter to win incredible prizes from Maine Outdoor Brands, including a […]