Maine Initiatives invites community volunteers to become proposal readers for its 2023 Grants for Change (G4C) Program, a participatory grant-making program that funds and strengthens Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color, community-based, nonprofit organizations in Maine, unceded Wabanaki territory. This is an open call for volunteers to review and evaluate grant proposals from applicant organizations, […]
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Freeport annual Save a Stray 5K fundraiser returns Aug. 19
FREEPORT — Midcoast Humane plans to bring back its annual Save a Stray 5K fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 19. The event raises money for the nearly 3,500 animals cared for by Midcoast Humane each year. Runners, walkers, and festival attendees are encouraged to bring their canine friends, who must be on leash at all times. […]
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UMaine Augusta to offer info session on human services Aug. 18
AUGUSTA — Individuals interested in pursuing professional work in the field of human services can attend the free Pathways to Professions in Human Services event, set for Friday, Aug. 18, at the University of Maine at Augusta campus. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 46 University Drive. Participants can […]
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PAWS Wags and Whiskers Gala raises $79K to support animals in need
CAMDEN — PAWS Animal Adoption Center’s PAWS Wags and Whiskers Gala held on July 19 raised a remarkable $79,000 to support pets in need. The gala brought together animal lovers, supporters, and community members for an enchanting evening of fun and fundraising. The event was held at the Camden Yacht Club, which provided the perfect […]
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Lewiston Bridge Club names Aug. 8 winners
The Lewiston Bridge Club has announced its Aug. 8 winners. Roger Labbe of Lisbon Falls and Peter Dickson of Falmouth placed first. Second place went to Les Buzzell of Auburn and Pat Quinn of Otisfield; third to Pat Soule and Georgette Jewell of Paris Hill; fourth to Teresa O’Clair of Lewiston and Ron Reynolds of […]
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Lewiston library to host book exchange Aug. 28
People can bring up to three books to swap or just take one from the library.
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Small business forum set for Portland Aug. 22
PORTLAND — The Mainebiz Small Business Forum, an event geared towards helping startups and small businesses grow and succeed, is scheduled for 7:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22. The event will be held at the Holiday Inn By the Bay, 88 Spring St. Each year a panel of small business owners and entrepreneurs explore a variety […]
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University experts form 1-stop-shop for aging policy research
Experts from the University of Maine and University of Southern Maine have formed a one-stop shop for independent research, analysis, guidance and technical assistance for policy issues related to aging and older adults. The Consortium for Aging Policy and Research is available for exploring a wide variety of issues relevant to aging Mainers, including health […]
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Winthrop’s Sidewalk Art Festival set for Aug. 19
Winthrop Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce’s 35th annual Sidewalk Art Festival is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19. More than 30 local artists and artisans will showcase their painting, watercolors, drawing, prints, photography, wood, metal, and fabric arts, according to a news release from Linda Easterbrooks, executive director with the Winthrop […]
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McGuckian Cup races for sailors held in Auburn Aug. 1
AUBURN — The annual McGuckian Cup races for sailors ages 13 and younger occurred at Taylor Pond Yacht Club in Auburn where teams of two sail Turnabout boats over a seven-race series. Lack of wind on July 31 postponed any racing until Aug. 1, when a shifty west-northwest breeze challenged the 14 sailors, according to a news […]