FARMINGTON — ArtsFarmington, an affiliate of the University of Maine at Farmington, has developed its Arts Inspire Youth program to offer free access to its programs for those 18 years old and younger. This includes this year’s performance of The Nutcracker. Those wishing to access the program may do so while purchasing tickets online or […]
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High Peaks Alliance seeks stewards for Perham Stream Birding Trail
MADRID — The High Peaks Alliance seeks community volunteers to help maintain the Perham Stream Birding Trail. This 2.4-mile trail offers visitors a chance to explore diverse habitats on foot. The alliance seeks individuals or groups to “adopt” 0.3-mile to 1-mile sections. Trail stewards will conduct basic maintenance, document conditions, recruit volunteers and inspect signage. […]
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High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers
The High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers to lead outdoor programs and workshops on its conserved lands and the lands it stewards. The alliance is partnering with GoldLEAF Institute to connect the 55-plus community with Maine’s High Peaks Region. Volunteer opportunities include co-leaders for guided adventures such as the winter snowshoe series, a monthly 60-90 minute […]
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UMaine Extension offers webinars on demand bundles
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering eight new bundles of prerecorded webinars on gardening-related topics. The On Demand Webinar bundles include three-to-four webinars and related resources that can make good gifts for gardeners, according to a news release from Melissa Arndt, director of marking and communications, University of Maine Cooperative Extension. New topics include: […]
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Franklin County Commission collecting pajamas for children during winter months
The project is organized by the Franklin County Children’s Task Force which is partnering with the Farmington Rotary Club for distribution.
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Winthrop High School Drama Club to presents ‘Clue: On Stage’
WINTHROP — The Winthrop High School Drama Club is set to present “Clue: On Stage” at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, and Saturday, Nov. 23, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, at the school’s performing arts center, 211 Rambler Road. This fast-paced, who-done-it comedy is based loosely on the movie, which is based on the […]
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Women’s basic chainsaw skills and safety class set for Nov. 23
TURNER — The Androscoggin Chapter of the Maine Women’s Network is teaming up with Axe Women Loggers of Maine to offer a women’s basic chainsaw skills and safety class. Two time options are available for the three-hour class, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, at the pavilion at Ricker Hill Tasting Room at […]
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Maine State Chamber honors retiring Thomas College president
AUGUSTA — The Maine State Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting and dinner Oct. 30 at the Augusta Civic Center. The chamber presented a leadership award to retiring Thomas College President Laurie G. Lachance and honored the Lewiston-Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce for its leadership and efforts following the October 2023 mass shooting tragedy […]
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Maine Seacoast Mission offering college, career prep workshop series
CHERRYFIELD — Maine Seacoast Mission plans to offer a series of workshops for high school and college students, as well as their parents, to help with transition to college or careers. The College and Career Preparation Workshop Series, held online or in person at the Downeast Campus, cover topics like life skills, wellness, and college […]
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UMaine experts lead conversations around best practices for AI in schools
ORONO — Whenever she talks about teachers using artificial intelligence, University of Maine associate professor of special education Sarah Howorth likes to remind whoever she’s talking to that educators have always used technology to support student learning. “Probably the most relatable example for most people is the use of calculators in math class,” Howorth said […]