AFCI
Can we help? Call our service number (824-4444) for our free services. For a short-term or long-term transportation challenge, the AFCI Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) Rides Program provides volunteer drivers for many needs: shopping, doctor and other appointments, socialization, etc. For those worried about falling, a certified Occupational Therapist can conduct a Home Safety Assessment on your home and your personal capacities or challenges. Email us to receive our comprehensive Resource Directory of local and statewide services. Or ask to be put on the list to receive our electronic newsletters.

Can you help? We always appreciate your ideas or your energy to help with specific projects. In particular, this summer we need painters (of all ages and abilities) to help BAAM Coordinator Kate Webb finish the decorating of our benches and tables for all six of our member towns (For more information, coordinator@bethelareaartsandmusic.com). And of course, we always appreciate your help in spreading the word about our mission and services.

Community
Check out what’s goin’ on: The Gem Theater (thegemtheater.com) and the Chamber of Commerce (bethelmaine.com).
Saturday, July 2, 9:15 p.m. at the Bethel Inn: Fireworks!
Saturday, July 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: first BAAM Art Market of the year: local artists, crafters, and artisans outside The Philbrook   Place, local musicians playing throughout the day, a drum circle at 3 p.m., and the 18th Annual Shy Novice & Closeted Art   Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at 18 High Street.
Monday, July 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., the Bethel Historical Society’s annual Picnic and Concert (Portland Brass Quintet) on the lawn of the Moses Mason House. Find that and other events: https://bethelhistorical.org/events/.

Local Farmers’ Markets! The Bethel market is every Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Norway Savings Bank, and the Greenwood market every  Friday, 4-6 p.m. at the Greenwood Town Hall on Rt. 26.

The Saturday Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Methodist Church, Main Street, Bethel features RePants bags, local artisans, a yard sale, and a great opportunity for catching up with neighbors.
Bethel Food Pantry, first and third Wednesday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Nazarene Church.
Free Community Suppers – last Wednesday of the month, 4:30-6 p.m., Bethel Alliance Church. Eat-in or take-out.
Conversation, coffee, and a bagel or doughnut, every Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Bethel Alliance Church; come for one hour or all four.

All AFCI services are free – 207-824-4444. For information, inquiries, and suggestions – email: agefriendlybethel@gmail.com, visit our Facebook page or website www.agefriendlybethel.org. We love to hear from you, and you’re welcome to visit our monthly Board meetings.

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