AFCI
In this beautiful early fall season, think about those autumn chores that will soon be upon us. Need help? The AFCI/Telstar Handy Neighbor Fall service day will be Saturday, Oct. 15; we’re now accepting requests for chores to be done that day (community members over 60). To make a request, call the AFCI service number, 207-824-4444. Deadline for requests: Oct. 6. Late requests will be put on a waiting list to be assigned as we are able. Call now!

Community
Remember that you may request an AFCI N2N ride for any community event (contact information below).

Saturday, Oct. 8, 5:30-8, Summit Hotel, Sunday River: The Big Reveal. Some of you remember Newry in the national news 50 years ago! In 1972 a ton of tourmaline was mined at the Dunton Mine in Newry – one of the largest finds of gem rough in North America. The MMGM (Maine Mineral and Gem Museum on Main St., Bethel) has created “The Big Find: A Legend Continues.“ Twelve jewelry artists and three Maine based fashion designers are showing their art. For more information: mainemineralmuseum.org

Tuesday, Oct. 18 and Tuesday, Oct. 25, 4-6 p.m., Dicocoa’s, 125 Main Street, Bethel: “Healthy Eating -Tune Up for Winter” (two identical programs – choose your night). WMSC’s To Your Health program, in collaboration with the Bethel Family Health Center and MSAD#44/Continuing Education, ta DiCocco, popular local professional chef. Space is limited, so reserve early by calling Lynne Zimmerman, 207-595-0780. A cooking demonstration, samples of a variety of healthy foods, and practical information about saving time and money while eating well – an interactive program of discussion and fun.

Bethel Food Pantry, first and third Wednesday of each month, 9-2.

Community Suppers (free, open to all) – last Wednesday every month, 4:30-6, Bethel Alliance Church. Eat-in or take-out.

Conversation, coffee and a bagel or doughnut, every Thursday, 9-noon, Bethel Alliance Church; come for one hour or all three.

Tips
Get your COVID booster shot (to combat the new Omicron variant)! At Walgreens and other locations. For more information: https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2022/s0901-covid-19-booster.html

Learn about the new Maine property tax stabilization bill – also called a "tax freeze" bill – at
https://www.mainepublic.org/politics/2022-08-05/new-maine-law-allowing-seniors-to-freeze-property-taxes-takes-effect.

All AFCI services are free. To request an N2N ride: 207-824-4444. For information, inquiries and suggestions – email: [email protected], visit our FaceBook page or website www.agefriendlybethel.org. We love to hear from you!