Mad Science Physics July 13

CARRABASSETT VALLEY — The Carrabassett Valley Library’s next Mad Science Show will be Mad Science Physics Olympics 2016 at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, at 2309 Carrabassett Drive.

This interactive show will explore the fundamentals of the science of sports.

The show will begin with the lighting of the Mad Science Olympic torch with a combustion reaction that makes colored flames to show national pride.

Attendees can test their strength and discover the wonders of air pressure in a tug-of-war challenge.

They can learn about the science of cycling with a gyroscope. Energy transformation can be explored through soccer and tennis.

Children ages 4 to 12 can become gymnasts and experiment with the center of gravity.

The event is free and open to the public.

RUMFORD — A benefit dance and Chinese auction for Kelly Waterhouse will take place from 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 16, at the Rumford Falls Eagles Hall.

Entertainment will be by Fat-N-Jacked and special guests.

Kelly, 41, was recently diagnosed with colon cancer. She recently had to stop working at the Circle K in Rumford, where she’s worked for about 15 years.

She is the loving, devoted mother of three boys: Casey, 21; Drake, 9; and Lance, 8. She has a very supportive partner, Kliff.

Admission: $8 supper, $10 dance, $15 both.

FMI: 207-357-1272, 207-418-0447, [email protected].

Bake sale in Fayette

FAYETTE — The annual bake sale to benefit the Fayette Fire Auxiliary will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 16, at the Fayette Central School.

There will be pies, breads and other baked goods.

Flamingos & Fleas Scholarship Sale

OTISFIELD — The annual Flamingos & Fleas Scholarship Sale to benefit the Scholarship Fund of the East Otisfield Free Baptist Church will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 16, at the Otisfield Community Hall located on Rt. 121 in the village of Otisfield.

All monies raised by the sale are added to the Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships to area students. 

Plants will be offered for sale as well bric-a-brac, furniture, gardening items and more. In addition, shoppers will find goodies, lemonade, sandwiches and coffee. Take-away beans will be available for those who want a traditional Saturday night supper.

The church will be accepting donations to the sale. 

FMI: 207-539-2533, 207-627-7133. 

Farmington Falls Fire sale, barbecue

FARMINGTON — The Farmington Falls Fire Company will hold it’s annual yard sale and chicken barbecue Saturday, July 16, Philbrick Field in Farmington Falls.

The yard sale will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the barbecue will start at noon. 

The company is seeking non-food vendors to sell items. There isn’t any charge to sell and if they want tables to use they must bring their own.

All proceeds will benefit the local youth baseball teams and community events held throughout the year.

FMI: 207-778-6221.

Loon Echo trail work day

BRIDGTON — Like moose, trail workers are a rare sight but evidence of their presence is noticeable in Loon Echo Land Trust’s preserves. 

Loon Echo trail adopters and The Appalachian Mountain Club’s Maine Chapter will lead a trail work day where volunteers can learn about land stewardship and what trail adopters can do to support their favorite lands and trails.

Trail work will be done on the popular Ledges Trail at Pleasant Mountain beginning at 7:45 a.m. Saturday, July 16, for roughly five hours. The activity will be strenuous.

Some tools will be provided, but volunteers are advised to bring a sturdy garden hoe or loppers if possible, along with insect repellent, water and plenty of snacks. Work boots, pants and gloves are required to participate in this program.

Experience is not necessary. Trail workers should meet at the Ledges Trail approximately 3 miles down Mountain Road.