The L-A Community Little Theatre plans to hold its annual meeting on Monday, Sept. 19, at the 30 Academy St. theater in Auburn. The evening will get underway with light refreshments and mingling at 6 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Official business and the presentation of awards will be followed by a […]
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Beautiful Blackbird Children’s Book Festival set for Sept. 18 in Lewiston
LEWISTON — LA Arts, the Lewiston Public Library, and the Lewiston Schools’ 21st Century program invite families to the Beautiful Blackbird Children’s Book Festival, scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, in Kennedy Park at 120 Park St. This free event provides an opportunity for young readers of color to see themselves reflected […]
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Poland regional schools recognize 20-, 10-year staff members
During Regional School Unit 16’s annual Opening Day Ceremony on Aug. 29, staff members were honored for their 10 or 20 years of continued service, according to a news release from the Poland-based RSU. Its 20-year milestone staff members include Dan Knott, Carol Depot, Lauren Hendry, Elaine Fryda, Michael Hayashida, Michelle Smith, Holly Toothaker, Sue […]
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Bridgton museum to join Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day
Free admission is available with a downloadable Museum Day ticket.
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Otisfield church to celebrate 150th anniversary Sept. 17, 18
OTISFIELD — The congregation of the Spurr’s Corner Church plans to officially celebrate its 150th anniversary Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 17 and 18, at 1005 State Route 121. On Saturday, a Community Fun Day will begin at 2 p.m. on the church grounds. Activities for children and families will include a bounce house, games and […]
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Leeds Historical Society plans fall walks
Members of the Leeds Historical Society plan to walk, talk about and explore several places of historical note in town this fall. Rain date and times for all the walks are on the next day at the same time. There will be ticks and possible wet areas, so participants should dress appropriately and bring bug […]
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Rangeley museum to host festival Sept. 17, author talk Sept. 21
The Rangeley Lakes Region Historical Society’s Outdoor Heritage Museum, 8 Rumford Road in Oquossoc, is scheduled to host two special events. On Saturday, Sept. 17, the museum will offer its annual Fall Festival. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the grounds of the museum will host arts, crafts and antiques vendors selling unique and handcrafted […]
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JMG distributes refurbished laptops, Chromebooks to students
JMG is distributing 150 refurbished laptops and 50 refurbished Chromebooks to students, according to a news release from statewide education nonprofit. The devices are being dispersed to 200 high school and college students throughout Maine, in all 16 counties. “Access to personal computers is a consistent challenge for our students. With new opportunities for students […]
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Dixfield schools to take part in food program
Regional School Unit 56 is participating in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program. Meals are available at no charge to all enrolled children. Dixfield students, along with those from Canton, Carthage and Peru attend RSU 56 schools — Dirigo Elementary, T.W. Kelly Dirigo Middle and Dirigo High, according to a […]
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Turner-area adult ed offering enrichment classes in September
Maine School Administrative District 52 Adult & Community Education is offering a variety of enrichment courses this month, according to a news release from the Turner-based adult ed office. To view courses, visit msad52.coursestorm.com. Email Kelly Cabral at [email protected] with new class ideas or with any interest in teaching an enrichment class. For more information, […]