The annual Festival of Lights Silent Auction of holiday trees, wreaths and stockings, will be held Nov. 28, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Rockland Public Library. There will be free apple cider and cookies available to all during the auction. 

"The yearly event features a dazzling array of creatively decorated small trees, wreaths and colorful stockings (handmade made by talented volunteers) just in time for holiday decorating and gifting," said Friends of Rockland Public Library, in a news release.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host an interactive webinar on integrated pest management (IPM) in greenhouse production for growers on Tuesday, Dec. 10, from 6 - 7:15 p.m.

The Owls Head Conservation Commission will host a presentation titled “Reducing Your Lawn, Increasing Your Pollinators” on Thursday, Nov. 12, from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Owls Head Community Center. Cindy Wright, of Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District, will be the featured speaker.

Hall Funeral Homes & Crematory invites community members to attend an informative and educational Lunch & Learn event, “What Happens After a Loss? A Practical Guide to the First Steps,” on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 11:30 a.m. at Hall’s of Waldoboro, located at 949 Main Street.

Ann Remsen, owner, and Alyssa Bergman, manager, at Seasons Downeast Designs will present “Bringing The Outside In For The Holiday Season" at the Rockport Garden Club's next monthly meeting, Nov. 5, at 12:30 p.m., at West Rockport Baptist Church.

"Seasons Downeast Designs is a floral design firm that uses extraordinary elements of natural design to create unique flower arrangements and beautiful landscapes for your home and events," said a Garden Club news release.

Welcoming Walkabouts will hike at Georges River Land Trust’s Haystack Mountain Preserve, in Liberty, on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Welcoming Walkabouts are outdoor meetups for LGBTQIA+ community members at various trails throughout the Midcoast. Treks include a short hike with time to foster connections with each other and with nature. The Walkabouts are hosted by The Washington Grunge, in partnership with Georges River Land Trust and Midcoast Conservancy.

Camden resident Susan Kanellakis got up close with the teams on skeletons on High Street in Camden, as well as other spots around town, and snapped a few photos.

It's not only the time of the thinning of the veil; it's the thinning of the harvest. 

And at Beth's Farm Market in Warren, the pumpkins and squash are practically spilling out of their containers. 

Traditions around Samhain incorporate the last of the autumn harvest, turning staple crops into hearty meals. This time, we're putting a sophisticated twist on a squat little squash, called the honey squash, roasting it and blending it with feta cheese and honey, and serving it with sturdy naan bread and crackly kale chips. 

Reader Gallery 13 continues a tradition of sharing photos that are taken by readers — locals and visitors who take joy in the always soul-nourishing landscape of Maine.

On Tuesday, Nov. 17, at noon, ecologist Matt Arsenault will deliver a talk about Maine’s Wetland Plants in the Abbott Room of Belfast Free Library. The talk, which is free and open to the public, is the final installment of the Belfast Garden Club’s 2026 community education program. 

The Strand Theatre welcomes back singing engineer Roy Moye III with his new interactive concert for family audiences, “STEMusic Takes Flight.” The show will perform as part of the Strand Family Series on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at 2 p.m., with tickets available on a Sliding Scale ($0-20). 

Peoples United Methodist Church of Union will be offering a Warming Station for Chilled Trick or Treaters on Halloween evening, Oct. 31, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the church. A responsible adult must accompany and supervise their children.

ROCKLAND — The Oceanside High School Key Club and Rockland Police Department are joining forces to host their annual "Fill the Cruiser" food drive to support local families in need.

The event will take place Sunday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (rain or shine), at the Rockland Hannaford. Community members are encouraged to drop off non-perishable food items or gift cards to help stock local food pantries ahead of the holidays.

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ROCKLAND — The Devils Pride motorcycle club had fun with its delivery of a donation check to a worthy cause on Saturday, not just because members kept the director of Rockland’s Emergency Warming Center in suspense as to the donation amount, but by arriving in fashion to, and taking part in, a public event that further spread the community support.

Join Rockland Public Library for 3 weekly storytimes with songs and stories, led by Miss Katie Drago, head of the Children's Department: 

Rockin' Storytime - Tuesdays & Wednesdays @ 10:30 AM

Enjoy a themed musical storytime, with songs, rhymes, and 3 books. This program is great for toddlers - early elementary. 

Baby Time - Thursdays @ 10:30 AM

On Thursday, November 5, from 4 to 6 p.m., the Belfast Community Co-op will be hosting a free wine tasting featuring La Riojana wines.  Everyone is welcome to attend, whether or not you are a Co-op member. 21+, ID required.With the holiday season approaching, the event will provide an opportunity to try wines and to buy six packs and cases at a 10% discount.

Thursday, Nov. 5, join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and MaineHealth’s Community Health program for a Happy Wanderers hike at the Hodson Preserve in Camden. This walk will start at the trailhead at 10 a.m.