Supper CASCO — The Casco Village Church, United Church of Christ is hosting our annual ‘Let it Snow’ Saturday Night Supper on Saturday, January 27 from 4:30-6 p.m. This month’s dinner will feature casseroles, hotdogs, baked beans, salads, and homemade desserts! It’s only $12 for adults, and $5 for children 8 and under. The church […]
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Winter programs offer something for everyone
NORWAY — Embark on an adventure-filled winter with Western Foothills Land Trust’s lineup of programs for 2024. Nestled in the picturesque landscape of western Maine, their programs and events offer a perfect blend of outdoor excitement, skill-building, and community engagement. From exhilarating Nordic ski clinics to heart-pounding biathlon races, family-friendly ski days, and moonlit […]
SeniorsPlus sets February classes, support groups
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in February. Classes are held in person at its Lewiston, Wilton, or Norway locations; online; or hybrid. Class locations are 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston; 9 Marston St., Norway; and 284 Main St., Suite 100, Wilton. Classes are free unless noted. Locations are fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment […]
LEA Winter Twig ID workshop set
BRIDGTON — Winter Twig ID Workshop 1 – 3 p.m., January 28 Maine Lake Science Center, 51 Willett Rd, Bridgton Join LEA staff for a hands-on workshop on winter tree identification. The program will include a short walk outside followed by an overview of twig, bud and bark identification inside the science center. Participants will […]
Grants available to Oxford County nonprofits
PORTLAND & ELLSWORTH — Nonprofit organizations in Oxford County may be eligible for grants from the Maine Community Foundation’s (MaineCF) Community Building Grant Program. The grant program invests in local projects and organizations that help build strong communities. In 2023, 10 Oxford County nonprofit organizations were awarded grants totaling $68,610. The Community Building Grant Program […]
Paris Parks and Rec. is growing
PARIS — The Town of Paris Parks & Recreation Dept. is growing. It is expanding its programs for all ages to offer new, entertaining, and enriching activities and events in 2024. The new person leading up the Recreation Department, KC Christensen, is hearing from many locals, especially isolated seniors, who want to get out of […]
Birds, Backyards, and You – A Webinar Series
BETHEL — Calling all bird enthusiasts. Winter provides ample time to watch the birds visiting our feeders and landscape and to try to figure out what is happening. It also is a great time to listen to a professional bird rehabilitator about what happens when a bird takes you into its confidence. To […]
Safe Voices plans vigil to recognize human trafficking
AREA — January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Safe Voices will be holding a vigil in Lewiston on Monday, Jan. 29 to honor those who have experienced domestic abuse and violence. The vigil is held annually to honor those who have lost their lives or freedom to human trafficking, offer support to those still […]
CASA to hold March training
STATE — Interested in advocating for the best interests of a child? The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program is holding its spring training for volunteer advocates on March 11-15. This free, five-day training is designed to prepare attendees for certification as volunteer guardians ad litem (GALs) in Maine child protection cases. Trainees may […]
Student awards program focuses on volunteer service
BRIDGTON — The Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club has created a new student awards program with a focus on exceptional volunteer contributions. Students at Lake Region High School are encouraged to apply for these Awards for Volunteer Service. Beginning with this academic year 2023-24, the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club will award one member of the […]