BETHEL — The Bethel Library has recently added the following books to its collection.

Adult fiction: “Port City Black and White: A Brandon Blake Mystery” by Gerry Boyle, “Scones & Bones (A Tea Shop Mystery),” by Laura Childs, “Locked On” by Tom Clancy and Mark Greaney, “Clockwork Prince” by Cassandra Clare, “The Gates” by John Connolly, “The Infernals” by John Connolly, “A Place Called Home” by Jo Goodman, “Pigeon English” by Stephen Kelman, “Legend” by Marie Lu, “Baking Cakes in Kigali” by Gaile Parkin, “Stones Fall” by Iain Pears and “The Cut” by George Pelecanos.

Adult nonfiction: “Brief History of Time” by Stephen Hawking, “Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President” by Candice Millard and “American Nations: A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America” by Colin Woodard.

Junior and children: “I Want My Hat Back” by Jon Klassen, “Big Nate on a Roll” by Lincoln Peirce and “Sammy in the Sky” by Barbara Walsh.

Tea party

NORWAY — A Fancy Nancy Tea Party will be held from 11 a.m. to noon Monday, Jan. 16, at the children’s room of the Norway Memorial Library. There is no school on Monday so all children are encouraged to register to join the fun. The tea party will feature cookies, punch and tea, as well as Fancy Nancy stories and a flower craft. Children are asked to bring a parent or grandparent to join in the fun.

For more information or to register, contact the library at 743-5309, ext. 4. Registration is required. 

Inside picnic

PARIS — An inside winter picnic honoring Martin Luther King Jr. will take place at noon Monday, Jan. 16, at the Paris Public Library. Bring a blanket, lunch and drink. All ages welcome.

While dining, picture books that have received the Coretta Scott King Award will be read. The Coretta Scott King Award honors African American illustrators and authors who have contributed outstanding text and illustrations to children’s and young adult books that promote knowledge and understanding of their culture. A brief picture biography of Martin Luther King Jr. will also be read.

A variety of self select activities will be available to do after.

Supper series

NORWAY – A free supper will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, at Second Congregational Church, UCC, 205 Main St.

This is the eighth in a series of free suppers. Whether visiting the Oxford Hills, single or a large family group, all are invited to join for a meal of chili, chowder, mac and cheese, veggies dinner with Bruce’s famous desserts.

Those who are unable to attend the supper are invited by the members and friends of the Second Congregational Church to join for worship services and Sunday fellowship time.

The Second Congregational Church, U.C.C. is an open and affirming congregation, welcoming all to worship, study and join in fellowship with us. Worship and church school is every Sunday at 10 a.m. For more information, call the church office 207-743-2290 or visit www.seconch.com.

Rabies, micro-chip

NORWAY — There will be a rabies vaccination and micro-chipping clinic from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, at the Norway Fire Station. This event is sponsored by Responsible Pet Care. The cost is $10 for rabies vaccination and $25 for micro-chipping. For more information call 743-8679. The attending veterinarian will be Dr. Suzanne Best.

Soup, chowder fest

OTISFIELD — The second annual Soup & Chowder Fest will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, at The East Otisfield Free Baptist Church. Snow date is Jan. 28. This is a free community event.

Everyone is invited. Meal will include delicious homemade soups, chowder, breads and desserts.

Donations are welcome to help support the Church Deacon Fund, which in turn helps the people of the community with food, heat and other needs.

For more information, call Al and Pat Haggerty at 627-6950 or email aphaggerty@fairpoint.net.

Public supper

PARIS — The Paris Fire Dept. Auxiliary will hold a public supper at 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, at the Paris Fire Department, Western Avenue, South Paris.

Meal includes meatloaf, potato, mac and cheese, veggies, salads, rolls and assorted homemade desserts. For information, call Tammy Wright at 743-5850.

All proceeds will benefit the Paris Fire Department Auxiliary and fire personnel.

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