Cranberry wreath workshop today

PARIS — The McLaughlin Garden and Homestead will sponsor a cranberry wreath-making workshop at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. If registrations warrant a second session, it will be held at 1.

Class sizes are being kept to a minimum so that participants can get hands-on assistance if necessary. The cost of the workshop is $25, which includes all materials. Participants can bring pruners to cut the boughs.

The workshop will be led by longtime garden volunteer Maryann Jalbert. Cranberries have been donated by Woodward’s Cranberry Farm in Albany. Pre-registration is required so that the appropriate amount of materials will be available.

Drop by the gift shop at 97 Main St. or call 743-8820.

Alzheimer’s group trip for carols

LEWISTON — The Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter will lead a group event to the Lessons and Carols musical service at Bates College’s Gomes Chapel at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8.

The event ushers in the holiday season with music in the Christian tradition and will feature several a capella and choir groups including the Bates College choir, the Gospelaires, the Three Point Trio and Chase the Fiddlers.

For those seeking to join the Alzheimer’s trip to Lessons and Carols, this is a free event but advance registration is required. This special event is open to individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias and their care partners.

Call 772-0115 for details or to sign-up.