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Get to know Georges River Land Trust at a conservation happy hour, Monday, Sept. 8, from 5 - 7 p.m., at Lake St. George Brewing Company. This event is a chance to learn who Georges River Land…

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The Union Historical Society will test the knowledge of attendees on some random, maybe silly, facts about Union during an evening of  Union trivia and ice cream…

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People's United Methodist Church hosts a Public Supper, Friday, Aug. 22, at 5:30 p.m.

On…

All to Support the Inclusive Playground at City Park
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The Rotary Club of Belfast invites the public to a night of community spirit and charitable giving at Evening by the Bay, the kick-off event for the annual…

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Prospect Community Center will host its monthly benefit supper on Saturday, Aug. 9. 

The menu includes baked beans, hotdogs, pulled pork…

“Shade Trees” painting by Scott Moore. (Photo by Scott Moore)

Stockton Springs Community Library will hold its 12th Annual Pie and Art Festival on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. This fundraising event provides an opportunity to purchase…

Evening by the Bay, the opening celebration of Belfast Harborfest 2025
'Tugs from the Bridge' by Marsha Donahue. (Photo courtesy Rotary Club of Belfast)

Artist Marsha Donahue, owner of North Light Gallery in downtown Belfast, has created a one-of-a-kind original oil painting to be auctioned at Evening by the Bay, the opening celebration of Belfast…

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Hymn of Flight by artist Paul Batch is one of a collection of his recent works on display at Sylvan Gallery in Wiscasset Village. Meet the artist during Wiscasset Art Walk, Thursday, July 31, 4-7pm. (Image courtesy Sylvan Gallery)

WISCASSET — The Wiscasset Art Walk will take place Thursday, July 31, from 4 to 7 p.m., with artists, musicians, crafters, local residents, and visitors.

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Restorative Justice Project Maine holds its next quarterly in-person potluck and community building circle, Thursday, Aug. 7, from 5:30 - 7 p.m., at St. Peter's Episcopal…

All picnic profits and donations benefit art projects and library purchases for war-affected children in Armenia
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"The rich and ancient culture of Armenia thrives in Maine on the last Sunday of July each year in the form of a Garden Picnic," said 

Owner of North Beacon Oyster expands with a new food truck
Chef Michael Mastronardi (Photo by Kay Stephens)

PORT CLYDE — Michael Mastronardi, owner of North Beacon Oyster in Rockland, launched a new food truck this month featuring high-quality…

Celebrate Maine’s craft beverage scene
Steins & Vines 2024. (Photo courtesy Maine Lobster Festival)

The Steins & Vines Tasting Event is back this summer, showcasing a lineup of Maine-made and Maine-distributed brews, wines and spirits. This tasting experience is set to take place on…

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Soup and Salad Bar Public Supper will be held Wednesday, July 23, at 5:30 p.m., at People's United Methodist Church. 

Camden Charcuterie opened Memorial Day
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CAMDEN—Summertime is for light snacking, and Allison Warren capitalized on the whole grazing trend by opening her first business, Camden Charcuterie, this past Memorial Day.

The sit-down…

Silent Art Auction, Raffle, Treasure Sale, Puzzle Sale, Bake Sale
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On Saturday, July 19, the Jackson Memorial Library in Tenants Harbor will hold its annual book fair from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The fair will include a book sale, silent…

new additions, old favorites; parade begins at 10 a.m.
Festival favorites: Miniature horses Annie Sue and Cricket owned by Alexandra Doan of Lincolnville. (Photo courtesy Mary Schulien)

The 32nd Annual Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Lincolnville Community Building, 18…

'an important step on the long fund-raising journey'
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The Sandy Point Community Club will hold its annual Pie Palooza Dinner, Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the lower-level event room of the Stockton Springs Municipal Building,…

Support A Safety Net that Impacts 1 in 3 Residents
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United Midcoast Charities (UMC) will hold its signature summer event, the 2025 Rising Tide Party & Silent Auction, Thursday, August 21, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Sail, Power & Steam Museum…

recent graduates of the MaineHealth Nurse Residency and Psychiatric Technician apprentice programs will be honored
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FALMOUTH — On July 16, 2025, MaineHealth Behavioral Health (MHBH) will hold a benefit, from 5:30 – 8 p.m., to raise funds for mental health services at the annual…

non-eateries also participating
Vicki Murray with the “Into the Light!” lemon cupcake at Laugh Loud, Smile Big in Camden. Murray writes about transcending physical and emotional abuse by her first husband in her new book "Cupcake Lady". (Photo by Patrisha McLean)

“How much yellow can YOU eat, drink, (and buy) in July to brighten the lives of Maine domestic abuse survivors?” said Finding Our Voices, in a news release. "…

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The Peoples United Methodist Church of Union, on Union Founders Day, Saturday July 19, will be offering a Free Pancake Breakfast from 7  to 9 a.m.

The free…

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American Legion Post 50 is sponsoring a chicken barbecue dinner, Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 108 Windermere Lane, Unity. Serving begins at 12 p.m., and continues until food is gone. Dine In or…

short talks by representatives from local organizations
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Camden/Rockport Community Climate Action Potluck will be held Thursday, June 26, from 5:45 - 8 p.m., at First Congregational Church (FCC), 55…

From left to right: Kara George, Bill Hahn, Ang Setiawan, Rei Nugraha, Yoshi Yustofa, Chris Rector, Kendray Rodriguez, and Sandy Moore. (Photo by Alan Blake)

THOMASTON — Town officials and community members gathered on Tuesday, June 10 to celebrate the ribbon cutting for YOIKI Japanese Express, a new food truck offering…

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Prospect Community Center will be hosting its monthly benefit supper on Saturday, June 14, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the Prospect Community Center dining room – corner of Rte…

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THOMASTON — Thrive in Thomaston presents the fifth season of Music Behind the Block, a free, family-friendly outdoor concert series held Wednesday evenings from July 23 through…

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To celebrate its 26th anniversary, Herring Gut Coastal Science Center will hold a Community Ice Cream Social, Friday, June 20, from 4 - 6 p.m., at 59 Factory Road, Port Clyde,…

featuring local food trucks, ribbon-cutting
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Cheeky Food Truck Park will host its Grand Opening Party on Wednesday, June 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 139 Searsport Avenue, in Belfast, Maine.

This free community event will feature…

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A Traditional Maine Baked Bean Supper will be held Thursday, June 12, at 5:30 p.m., at People’s United Methodist Church, 13 Chapel St., South…

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Quarry Hill is offering a cider tasting and pairing event Thursday, May 22, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., at the Anderson Inn.

Small craft cideries have made a name for themselves among beer and…

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PROSPECT — Prospect Community Center will be hosting its monthly bean supper on Saturday, May 10, from 4 to 6 p.m., at…

RSVP by Friday, May 9
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ROCKLAND — The Rockland Coast Guard City Committee's Coast Guard Appreciation Dinner will be held Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the Elks Club, 210 Rankin Street, in Rockland.…

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THOMASTON — On Thursday, May 8, from 5 to 7 p.m., the Annual Tip-A-Cop to benefit Special Olympics Maine will be held at Applebee’s in Thomaston…

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WARREN — Warren Public Suppers will be held monthly through the summer at Second Congregational Church, 252 Main Street, Warren.

The suppers will be Thursdays, at 5:30 p…

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Belfast Lions Club, with the help of the Belfast Area High School Peer Leader LEOs, recently hosted their annual Spring Brunch, this one featured the appearance of the…

Quilt Raffle, bake sale, seedling sale
A free traditional tea service from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Belfast Boathouse. (Photo courtesy Laura Pierpont)

BELFAST — The community is invited to a Free Community Tea Party on Sunday, April 27, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Belfast Boat House.

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PROSPECT— Prospect Community Center will be hosting its monthly benefit supper, Saturday, April 12, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the Prospect Community Center dining room…

Boothbay Harbor’s Oceanside Golf Resort and Coastal Prime Restaurant. Boothbay Harbor Inn is on the left. File photo

After almost a decade owned by Paul Coulombe, Boothbay Harbor’s Oceanside Golf Resort and Coastal Prime Restaurant is changing hands to Lafayette Hotels. The sale was finalized Dec. 27. Lafayette…

"LONG OVERDUE WELCOME HOME"
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CAMDEN — War Memorial Post 30, American Legion in Camden, will honor Vietnam War Veterans Day with a commemorative flag raising at 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, March 29, followed by a luncheon. The…

Rockport Masonic Center.

ROCKPORT — Rockville Community Chapel Potluck Supper will be held Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 5 - 6:30 p.m., at Rockport Masonic Hall, Main St., in Rockport.

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DAMARISCOTTA — In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, the Wells-Hussey Post 42 will host a Guiness Beef Stew Supper, Saturnday, March 15, beginning at 5 p.m., at the Post 42 Hall. Members of the…

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TENANTS HARBOR — A Sit Down Corn Beef and Cabbage Supper and Traditional Irish Music will be held Saturday, March 15, at 5 p.m. until sold out, at the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Saint…

Camden and Rockport, March 15; Rockland and Thomaston, March 16
(Photo courtesy AIO Food and Energy Assistance)

AIO Food and Energy Assistance is reestablishing Pies on Parade, a community-wide event that provides an opportunity for people to sample sweet and savory…

Spark staff (L to R) Shawn Williams , Kiwi Barros, Fiona Harbert. Photo courtesy Spark Bagel

NORTHPORT— Spark Bagel, owned by Shawn Williams, is the latest addition in Northport for anyone looking for a sweet or savory breakfast treat.

The bagel shop recently opened to the public…

Serving up street tacos and signature brews
Gigantic Dad Pants. Photo by Kay Stephens

WATERVILLE—As downtown Waterville continues to grow as a vibrant part of Maine's creative economy, it now proudly welcomes a new craft brewery. Cushnoc Brewing Co. opened its second location…

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APPLETON — The Souper Supper and Cake Auction fundraiser for the Appleton Library will be held Saturday, Feb 1, from 5 - 7 p.m., at the Appleton Village…

Just a stone's throw from the South End
(Left to Right) Shawn Wilcox, Andrea Wilcox, Jill Mitchell, Brandon Allen, Tara Boynton, and Todd Boynton. Photo courtesy Ryan Watts

ROCKLAND — Six friends, homebrewers themselves, launched their dream job last month. Taking over after Liberator Brewing Company closed, Shawn and Andrea Wilcox, Jill Mitchell, Brandon Allen, and…

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MORRILL — A concert, square dance party, and potluck will be held Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, at the Morrill Community Center (Old Honesty Grange 83), 4 North Main Street, Morrill, ME 04952 (right…

one of the few remaining town-owned ski areas in the state
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CAMDEN — The Maine Ski and Snowboard Museum will honor the Camden community for its contributions to the sports of skiing and snowboarding in Maine on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m., at Camden Snow…