Farmers markets are open. Here are some to visit around central and western Maine.

Here is a partial list of area markets open on designated days.

Virtual talks offered for Christmas tree producers April 17

The two virtual presentations will cover current pest management challenges in Christmas tree production.

New England Mineral Conference set for Newry in May

The New England Mineral Conference is a division of the nonprofit New England Mineral Association.

Brunswick center to host talk about Paul Revere’s ride

The April 10 program features a display of a rare history center drum captured at Bunker Hill.

Junior Achievement of Maine to host competition at 8 locations

The 2025 challenge, the biggest to date, will match nearly 300 high school students with over 100 mentors from businesses and organizations across the state April 3.

Farm tractor safety courses planned this spring

The Kennebec County session will be held in Sidney, starting April 14, and the Androscoggin/Sagadahoc counties session will be held in Topsham, starting April 22.

Farmington club to host medicinal herb workshop April 22

Apple tree pruning workshop set for Rockport March 29

Participants will be trained on safety considerations when pruning home or commercial orchards and will have the opportunity for hands-on practice.

Maine Arts Commission hosts Poetry Out Loud in Waterville

Pendo Dawe of Maine Coast Waldorf School in Freeport has been named the 2025 Maine Poetry Out Loud State Champion.

Newcastle group’s March 27 meeting to cover economic policies

The hybrid meeting will be held in person at the Newcastle Fire Station, 86 River Road or via Zoom.