PORTLAND — AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has kicked off volunteer recruitment for its Tax-Aide program, the nation’s largest volunteer-run tax-preparation service. The Foundation is looking to expand its team of volunteers for the upcoming tax season and is accepting new volunteers. Tax-Aide offers free in-person tax preparation and assistance to low- and moderate-income individuals nationwide. Volunteers […]
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Heifer Project Nov. 30
NORWAY — On Saturday, November 30, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., friends, family, neighbors, members, all are invited to support Heifer Project International at the Second Congregational Church, UCC, 205 Main Street, Norway, Maine. Before, during and after the Norway Merchant Christmas parade in the church dining room, there will be crafts, cookies, cake, […]
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Wreath making workshop slated
PARIS — McLaughlin Garden is offering a wreath making workshop on Sunday, December 1. We will guide you and your friends and family through the steps to make your very own holiday wreath.The cost for this workshop is $15 and includes all of the basic supplies (fresh greens, ring, and bow). Additional wreath decorations will […]
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WinterKids App memberships open
WESTBROOK — The annual WinterKids App membership is now available. Families who purchase a membership and download the app will have access to offers on lift tickets, equipment rentals, gear, and much more at over 80 recreational areas and retailers around Maine and New Hampshire. New offers will be added to the app regularly throughout […]
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Fall Festival book sale at Lovell Library
LOVELL — A Fall Festival Book Sale will take place in the Book Cellar at the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library in Lovell, Maine on Friday, November 22, from noon until 5 p.m. and Saturday, November 23, 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Tickets for raffle items will be sold both days, and there will be […]
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Marine Mammals to visit Deering Center
PARIS — Marine Mammals of Maine (MMoME) is visiting Deering Memorial Community Center on Thursday, November 14th to present its program “A seal’s journey.” Starting at 6:30 pm, the presentation shows the many obstacles a seal faces from stranding to release. Included will be seal basics such as whether it’s normal for them to be […]
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Boxberry School hosts sustainability conference
HARRISON — On Saturday, October 19, The Boxberry School hosted the first Maine Educating for Sustainability Conference. The focus of the gathering was to share how local educators are helping to foster sense of place by utilizing the lens of sustainability in their curriculum. Presenters included Sarah Kearsley and Alaina Clark from […]
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Christmas card-making party
WATERFORD — An experienced card designer from Waterford will offer a Christmas Card-making workshop on Saturday, November 16 from 10 am-2 p.m. at the Waterford town Office. Each participant will be able to make up to 12 cards, using six different designs. The cost of the workshop is $30.00, half of which will cover all […]
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Garrett graduates
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS — U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jessica L. Garrett Jr. graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen […]
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The Table’s November schedule
NORWAY — The Table at the Norway Grange continues to offer Free Friday Night activities from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. These activities are chemical free family/community focused. Each week the team offers game nights, crafts monthly birthday party, open mic karaoke and more. Free pizza and popcorn along with drinks are available each week. […]