Cooperative Extension seeks input

ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is asking for the public’s help in determining what types of horticultural education programs best help meet the needs of home gardeners in the state.

The survey will aid UMaine Extension in planning its programs for home gardeners in the coming year.

Feedback is requested via a brief five-question survey, available online or in print at local Extension offices.

Compilation of survey responses will begin Oct. 1.

FMI: tinyurl.com/ybbaa5sk, 800-287-0274. 

Hebron Society cancels program

HEBRON — The Hebron Historical Society has canceled the August monthly meeting and presentation. The September meeting will be announced.

Androscoggin County Democrats to meet

LEWISTON — The monthly meeting of the Androscoggin County Democratic Committee will be held on Thursday, Aug. 24, at 6:30 p.m. at the Lewiston Armory, Central Avenue.

The special guest for this month’s meeting is Betsy Sweet, counselor and long-time advocate for mental health, who will speak about the current opioid crisis and the underlying, related behavioral health issues. Members may share stories and concerns and talk about ways that the group can effectively address the opioid crisis.

In addition, election will be held for a County Committee representative to the Maine Democratic Party’s Platform Committee and one who will serve in that capacity on the State Party’s Credentials Committee.

FMI: 207-784-5726.