Artists of Western Maine By Rich Livingston Freelance Writer The late Ed Muskie once explained that, as an avid amateur photographer who had been fortunate enough to travel the world in his professional capacities, he recognized “there’s something unique about the quality of light on certain days, at certain times, here in Maine. There’s nothing […]

The Shaker Library is open year round, but appointments are required. The Shaker Library welcomes anyone interested in learning more about the Shakers. This invitation includes scholars, writers, students of all ages, teachers, genealogists, and the Shaker enthusiast. The Shaker Museum is open to the public Memorial Day through Columbus Day, Monday through Saturday (closed […]

Several years ago, the Lewiston Public Library was the grateful recipient of a million dollar bequest from the estate of John E. Callahan, a local citizen who envisioned the establishment of a publicly accessible venue where people of all backgrounds could gather to explore and celebrate the community’s diverse cultural heritage. His dream became reality […]

Children’s activities Information compiled by Linda Galway Photos by Linda Galway Lewiston, Auburn and the surrounding communities offer a variety of activities for children of all ages. Whether your child’s interests lie in nature, sports, academics or any number of other venues, chances are you’ll find it in central Maine. Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary, Junior Naturalist […]

Charitable, fraternal and religious services Fraternal Order of Eagles, 129 Rumford Ave., Rumford, 369-9760, along with the Women’s Auxiliary, raise money for charitable causes. FMI, visit www.foe.com/1248/ Freemasonry (or Masonry) is a fraternity which encourages its members to practice the faith of their personal acceptance. Masonry teaches that each person, through self-improvement and helping others, […]

Parks & outdoor recreation Beaver Park, Lisbon Falls Bonney Park, Auburn Bradbury Mountain State Park Cedar Street Park, Lewiston Cleveland Field, Auburn Elliot Little League Ball Fields, Lewiston Festival Plaza, Auburn Franklin Pasture, Lewiston Garcelon Field, Lewiston Heritage Park, Lewiston Kennedy Park, Lewiston Lakeview Fields, Lewiston Lewiston Athletic Park, Lewiston Lewiston-Auburn Railroad Park, Lewiston Lincoln […]

Local civic groups are here for you Abused Women’s Advocacy Project, 800-559-2927, www.awap.org has resources and services for victims of domestic violence. Serving Franklin, Androscoggin, and Oxford counties. Advocates for Children, 783-3990, 57 Birch Street Suite 204, Lewiston. www.advocatesforchildren.net. Androscoggin Habitat for Humanity, 786-2598. Androscoggin Head Start & Child Care, 795-4040, 269 Bates St., Lewiston, […]

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