FARMINGTON — United Way of the Tri-Valley Area has launched its Community Energy Challenge for this heating season.

The organization is looking for volunteers to build interior storm windows, as well as qualifying homeowners or renters interested in free window panels.

The challenge engages the homeowners or renters to participate in workshops when possible, and become more proactive in their homes and lives. A potluck lunch is served at every workshop and offers a social opportunity.

Volunteers are encouraged to attend a window panel workshop from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 24 to Nov. 19 at Henderson Memorial Baptist Church on Academy Street. There is no workshop Nov. 5. No previous experience is required.

Those receiving fuel assistance may qualify for up to six free interior window panels that are customized to fit the home. For others, panels cost $1.50 per linear foot. Panels are available to householders living in Franklin County, Livermore, Livermore Falls, North New Portland, New Portland, Starks and Vienna.

FMI: 207-778-5048.