FARMINGTON — Farmington Rotary is sponsoring the 26th Annual Festival of Trees this Saturday, December 7. More than 20 trees and 15 wreaths will be on display at this year’s Festival of Trees at the Farmington Community Center. Doors open at 9 a.m. There will be an auction of the trees starting at 6:30 p.m. […]

  FARMINGTON — The Downtown Farmington area is preparing for the 3rd Annual Jolly Good Night holiday shopping event being held on Friday, Dec. 13. The Night Owl shopping after dark event will be happening in Downtown Farmington, with many shops staying open until 8 pm and at the Farmington Community Center where the Holiday […]

FARMINGTON — Teens are encouraged to take part in the inaugural Bookshelf Scavenger Hunt at the Farmington Public Library throughout December. This event is open to participants ages 11 to 17, who will tackle a series of questions that will challenge their research abilities. Utilizing the library’s computer catalog alongside their own exploration skills, participants […]

WILTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in December. Classes are held in person 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, […]

FARMINGTON — Farmington’s Old South Church Concert Series is partnering with Farmington Area Ecumenical Ministries for the annual FAEM Home Heating Fuel Assistance Fund concert on Tuesday, Dec. 10, featuring the longtime supporter of this holiday benefit, Cape Breton’s internationally renowned band. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. All seats will be $25. It is […]

Sales PHILLIPS — Christmas vendor fair is Nov. 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Phillips Area Community Center, 21 Depot St. FMI call Amanda Viles at 207-678-2665 or 207-265-6162. PHILLIPS — There will be a children’s Christmas shopping day Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Phillips Area Community […]

PHILLIPS — Many hands pull a community together, in Phillips more so during the holidays than any other time of the year – with maybe the exception of Old Home Week in August. For the fourth year in a row PACC [Phillips Area Community Center] members and volunteers gathered at the old gym to repair […]

REGION — If you’re in need of a gift for the gardener in your life, University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering eight new bundles of pre-recorded webinars on gardening-related topics. The On Demand Webinar bundles include three to four pre-recorded webinars plus helpful related resources. New topics include: ornamental garden design and maintenance, garden […]

FARMINGTON — Looking for a single college course, a series of courses or a complete academic program that helps you meet your career and personal goals? Registration for the University of Maine at Farmington’s winter term and spring semester courses is now open to the public. UMF offers a broad range of course formats to […]

FARMINGTON — In recognition of outstanding patient care, Christina Whelpley, RN, and Courtney Barry, CNA, were recently awarded the DAISY award and BEE award, respectively, at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital. The DAISY Award is an international program that celebrates the extraordinary clinical skills and compassionate care given by registered nurses every day. Our BEE award recognizes […]