Maine Woodcarver’s Association competition

POLAND — The Maine Woodcarver’s Association will present the 2018 Woodcarving Show and Competition from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, at the Poland Town Hall, 1231 Maine St.

Admission will be free. The event is open to the public. For entry information and rules, see mainewoodcarvers.com.

Foster grandparents, senior companions sought

The Opportunity Alliance has openings for foster grandparents and senior companions in Cumberland, York and Oxford counties. Adults 55 and older can make a difference in the lives of others.

Foster grandparents mentor and support academic achievement of children in schools. Senior companions provide companionship, local transportation and respite to elders seeking to remain living in their homes.

To learn more, call 207-773-0202 or e-mail fgp@opportunityalliance.org.

Memorial Day Committee to meet

LIVERMORE FALLS — The Memorial Day Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, at George Bunten Post 10, American Legion, 17 Reynolds Ave.

Volunteers are needed.

SAPARS planning march against violence

FARMINGTON — Sexual Assault Prevention and Response will hold its 20th annual March for Violence-Free Communities on Thursday, April 26. Participants will gather at the gazebo in Meeting House Park, Main Street, across from the Superior Courthouse, at 5:30 p.m.

Attendees are invited to carry signs, make noise and walk in solidarity to raise awareness of sexual assault, sexual abuse and other forms of violence that exist in communities.

In previous years, a Speak Out has followed the march, but for 2018 and beyond, the group is planning to hold a separate Speak Out at a later date. An official open house will be held to welcome the community to view the new space.

Visit www.sapars.org or search the user name, SAPARSmaine, to find it on social media. The toll free, 24-hour Helpline number is 1-800-871-7741.