BETHEL — On Sunday, June 29, West Parish Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, will celebrate its 2012 decision to become an Open and Affirming congregation. The Open and Affirming resolution states: “West Parish Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, in Bethel, Maine, is an inclusive community united by faith in the God revealed in […]
Citizen Community
Used for Bethel Citizen content
Cancer Resource Center offers June schedule
NORWAY — The Center is regularly open for the following weekly hours: Mondays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Wednesdays by appointment only, Thursdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Fridays by appointment only Upcoming Activities and Events Maine Dragon Boat Club Celebrates Cancer Survivors – Saturday, June 21/Rain Date June 22. In honor of […]
Hiram invasive plant workshop hosted by Extension
HIRAM — University of Maine Cooperative Extension, in collaboration with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Maine Natural Areas Program (MNAP), Maine Forest Service (MFS) and Oxford County Soil and Water Conservation District, will offer an Invasive Plant Educational Workshop on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Hiram Arts Center, 8 […]
4th annual Maine Fungi Fest set
PORTLAND — From restoring damaged soils to providing delicious nourishment, to helping Veterans heal from the trauma of war, mushrooms offer countless solutions to problems the world faces today. Mycologists, foragers, chefs, artists, doctors/healers, herbalists, veterans, activists, musicians/performers, and others from across Maine and beyond will gather at Saint Joseph’s College, on the shore of […]
Golf with the Cancer Center
AREA — “Get In The Swing” is a ‘Free’ retreat program offered and designed to enhance the lives of women cancer survivors in various stages of treatment and recovery by introducing the therapeutic advantages of the sport of golf. The program will consist of hands-on golf instruction and workshops addressing the natural benefits of exercise, […]
Extension features Maine soil health
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will present a 7-part online lunch and learn series, intended to help farmers take their soil health to the next level. The sessions will be held from noon–1 p.m. on Tuesdays, May 27 to July 8. The sessions are for farmers who have experience with soil health […]
West Paris Alumni Banquet slated
WEST PARIS — The event will be held June 14 at the Ring-McKeen American Legion Hall, 6 Church Street in West Paris. The banquet starts at 5 p.m. Honor classes are the members of the OHCHS graduating Class of 2025 residing in West Paris and the members of the 50-year OHHS graduating Class of 1975 […]
Chainsaw beginner training workshops offered
STATE — Maine Woodland Owners has announced that it will again offer its popular chainsaw training workshops at locations throughout the state this spring and summer. This hands-on beginner-level training provides instruction on saw handling and maintenance, protective equipment, firewood cutting, and tree felling. Participants must have safety gear (some gear will be available […]
Finn-American Heritage Society to meet
WEST PARIS — The monthly meeting of the Finnish-American Heritage Society of Maine will be held at the FinnAm Center at 8 Maple Street in West Paris at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 18. A brief business meeting will be followed by a presentation of the Finnish-American Heritage Society’s production of “The Immigrants.” This well-received […]