FARMINGTON — “Lift Him Up,” a musical drama by Ron Hamilton, will be presented at the New Hope Baptist Church, 268 Perham St. in Farmington. The hour-long program will be on Friday, April 18, and Sunday, April 20, at 7 p.m. The costumed drama with beautiful scenery portrays the death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus […]
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SeniorsPlus announces March classes
WILTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in March. Classes are held in person at its Wilton location, online;=, or hybrid. Class location is 284 Main St., Suite 100, Wilton. Classes are free unless noted. Location is fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment is available upon request. For more information or to register, call 207-795-4010 […]
Sell your stuff to benefit Franklin County Animal Shelter
FARMINGTON — Calling all vendors. Want to clean out your garage, basement or attic and help the Franklin County Animal Shelter at the same time? It is time to register for Maine’s Mega Yard Sale scheduled for Saturday, June 7, rain or shine from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Farmington Fair Grounds. Now […]
UMaine Extension offers variety of programs
WILTON — UMaine Extension offers a variety of programs for backyard gardeners and farmers. On Saturday, March 15, in Wilton, they are offering an in person workshop to rejuvenate old apple trees at Black Acres Farm, 123 Black Road. “Renovating Old Apple Trees” workshop will be held from 10 a.m. – noon. The workshop is […]
Adult volunteers needed to help 4-H youth understand ticks
REGION —University of Maine Cooperative Extension is seeking adult volunteers in Cumberland, Androscoggin, Sagadahoc and York counties to become 4-H Tick Project Mentors. Mentors will guide youth in learning about ticks and tick safety using engaging hands-on activities offered through the 4-H Tick Project. “Understanding ticks is crucial for both human and environmental health,” says […]
Trivia Night returns to the Homestead
FARMINGTON — Trivia Night at the Homestead is back for another lively game of question and answer for a good cause! This popular library fundraiser will be on Jan. 30 at 6:30 p.m. The topics, set by the previous competitors, will be baseball, 80s music, The Big Band Theory sitcom, and Animal Reproduction. Now is […]
Conference on Future World Events set
FARMINGTON — You are invited to attend the upcoming Conference on Future World Events taking place at the New Hope Baptist Church, 268 Perham St., Farmington on Fri. and Sat., Jan. 17 and 18; and Mon. and Tues., Jan. 20 and 21 – all at 6:30 p.m.; and Sun., Jan. 19 at 9:30 and 10:45 […]
HPA will welcome a Rockefeller intern
COUNTY — The High Peaks Alliance (HPA) is thrilled to announce its selection as a host for the ninth annual Richard G. Rockefeller Conservation Internship Program, run by Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT). This marks the first time HPA will welcome a Rockefeller intern. This summer, a Maine college student will embark on a ten-week […]
Woodland Owners launch 50th Year
AUGUSTA — Maine Woodland Owners will once again host its annual Forestry Forum on Wednesday, Jan. 15, on the 2nd Floor of the North Wing of the Augusta Civic Center on the second day of the Maine Agricultural Trades Show. This is a free event and open to the public. Forestry Forum is Maine Woodland […]
Wears & Wares announces its schedule of workshops for January 2025
FARMINGTON — Registration is required for workshops and can be done by calling Wears & Wares at 778-0262 or emailing [email protected]. Imagining Beautiful Futures: Saturday, January 11, from 10 a.m. – 12 noon. Instructor – Sara Beech Join Literacy Volunteers’ Executive Director Sara Beech in a unique workshop this January. Participants will create one-of-a-kind paper […]