Essentials
FARMINGTON — The Essentials Closet ministry at Old South Church in Farmington offers personal care products free of charge to people in the greater Farmington area who are having trouble making ends meet. In October, the Essentials Closet will be open on Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. Enter the church building, located at 235 Main St., through the door off the parking lot at the corner of Main St. and Depot St. Following the signs, go down a short flight of stairs and you will see it straight ahead of you.
Author
NEW VINEYARD — On Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m. New Vineyard Public Library on Lake St. [Route 234] New Vineyard will hold an author’s night featuring David Florig.
David will share his latest book with readings from The Shattered Curling Stone and award-winning The Stones of Ailsa Craig followed by Q&A, and book signings.
If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about the 500-year-old Scottish sport of curling, or are simply a fan of historical fiction and Scotland, you won’t want to miss this event.
Suppers
JAY — Frank L. Mitchell VFW Post 3335 meal for Friday, Oct. 25 the menu is shepard’s pie, Cole slaw, pickled beets, hornets nest cake. Served at 5 p.m. Suggested $12 donation is appreciated. Please call ahead to reserve your meals 897-2122.
INDUSTRY — Saturday, Nov. 2, community ham dinner, Industry Town Hall, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., sponsored by Shorey Chapel with proceeds to benefit the ECU Heat Program and Shorey Chapel Heat Fund. $10 adults and $5 children under age 12. Menu includes ham, casseroles, vegetables and assorted delicious desserts. For more information contact Dan @ 207-778-4158.
Fall festival
FARMINGTON — A fall festival will be held at Farmington Baptist Church Saturday, Oct. 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. on the lower level at Farmington Baptist Church, 194 Whittier Road. Fun games & prizes, including a cake walk, for children of all ages. For more information call FBC at 779-0731.
Concerts
FARMINGTON — Monthly Music Jam – 2nd Friday of every month – Jam Night at Farmington Baptist Church, 194 Whittier Rd. in the Fellowship Hall downstairs. Come and listen to a wide variety of music from local talented musicians. Light snacks provided. FMI 207-779-0731.
FARMINGTON — On Friday, Nov. 15, the dynamic band House of Hamill returns to Farmington for their third appearance, bringing their energy and eclectic, upcycled collection of folk and Celtic music to Old South Church Concert Series. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert kicks off at 7 p.m. Tickets $25 adults, $20 seniors [65+] and students. Tickets can be purchased online at www.farmingtonucc.org/events until 2 p.m. the day of the show. Tickets can be reserved by calling 207-491-5919 until 3 p.m. the day of the show.
Tickets will be available at the door beginning at 6:30 p.m. the evening of the show as space allows. This event is general seating, however, groups of five or more can request reserved seats by contacting the Concert Series at 207-491-5919 or emailing oldsouthchurchconcerts@gmail.com. Old South Church’s Main Street entrance is handicapped accessible.
Halloween
FAYETTE — The annual community Trunk or Treat will be held on Oct. 26, beginning at Starling Hall from 2-4 p.m. Then head over to Fayette Central School where you will find more trunk or treating and the haunted bus. Inside the school will be games, refreshments and the Underwood Library is hosting a Halloween party from 3-5 p.m. For more information visit www.starlinghall.org.
JAY — VFW auxiliary from Post 3335 and Jay will host its annual Trunk or Treat this year on Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is always one of our favorite events of the year so gather up all your little gobbles and come join us for a little early Halloween fun.
CHESTERVILLE — The Trunk a Treat will be happening on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 4-6 p.m. in the Chesterville Town Office parking lot at 409 Dutch Gap Road. This free event is sponsored by the North Chesterville Extension Homemakers. FMI 207-778-3156.
Vigil
FARMINGTON — Old South Church will host a Community Candlelight Vigil in front of the church at 235 Main Street in Farmington from 5 to 7 p.m. on the evening of Nov. 4. The purpose of the vigil is to promote peace, both locally and nationally, during and after the election on Nov. 5.
As a community event, the gathering will be nonpartisan and welcoming to people of all beliefs and lifestyles. Please bring your own candle, a chair if you would like and a friend. Dress warmly. We hope to see you there.
Please do not bring signs or placards.
Hurricane fundraiser
AVON — Set aside the morning of Nov. 10th, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for a Breakfast-Brunch Palooza to benefit the victims of the recent hurricanes in North Carolina. Taking place at the Avon Town Hall, tickets will be available online, at the Mercantile in Farmington, and at the door. It is highly recommended that you get your tickets in advance.
Suggested donations for tickets are $10 per person and $25 per family for a deliciously prepared brunch to the tunes of your favorite local bands. Co-sponsored by Bear Belly Tap and Table, Phillips Community Church, The Mercantile, and Wonderfest Productions. For more information, text Wonderfest Productions 207-491-7606 or Tom Saviello 207-240-5496.
Meetings
LIVERMORE FALLS — Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings are held on Thursdays, 6 to 7 p.m., at the First Baptist Church of Livermore Falls, 25 Church St. Livermore Falls.
LIVERMORE FALLS — There will be an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting every Monday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 25 Church St., Livermore Falls.
LIVERMORE — There will be an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting every Friday evening at the North Livermore Baptist Church, located at 619 Federal Road in Livermore. Doors open around 6 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7 p.m.
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