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an introduction to avoiding emergencies and what to do if they occur.

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Camden Rotary on April 21: Innovation & Internships at CHRHS
Camden Rotary Club

Elaine Harvey oversees programs that promote creative thinking, inventiveness, collaboration, self-confidence, and work-readiness as coordinator of the Hatchery Innovation Center at Camden Hills Regional High School.

Activities include internships that help students gain confidence, real-world experience, and academic credit by working within

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Sunday Tidbit: By His Stripes We Are Healed
Eastgate Ministries

Sunday Tidbit: Leg Injury Healed

    Isaiah 53:5 states that Christ was wounded for our transgressions and that by His stripes we are healed. This profound promise is echoed in 1 Peter 2:24. At Calvary, Christ paid for our transgressions, not only for spiritual healing but also for physical and emotional healing. I can testify to the grace of

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New Hope Midcoast Requests Clothes & Accessories for Annual Sale
New Hope Midcoast

Shop for Hope is coming to the Flanagan Center in Rockland July 16-18 and we need your donations to make this event the best one yet! We are seeking quality new and gently used clothing for the entire family, for all seasons, and for all ages (new with tags only if for children). Accessories like jewelry, footwear, scarves, hats, mittens, belts

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Maine Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
Knox County Democrats

Excitement is building for the upcoming Democratic Candidates for Governor Forum on April 25, 2026 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Watts Hall, Thomaston, Maine. Although the in-person event at Watts Hall has SOLD OUT, a livestream will be available via a link from the Knox County Democratic Committee website at knoxmainedemocrats.org, as well as a post

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Two websites writers recommend to other writers to help with book marketing
DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Writers often ask other writers for advice on book marketing. I have no affiliation with either of the following websites I'm about to recommend—but these are the two marketing tools that writers seem to find very useful to help them sell their books.

Manuscript Report

A website that analyzes your book's content, themes, characters, and writing

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Did You Know… Multiple Camden Lions Club members were recognized at the latest District Lions meeting? Congratulations to Lions Brian, Karen and Jim!
Camden Lions Club

If you are interested in serving your community with the Camden Lions Club, please contact Matt Jones at:  mjone10@gmail.com.

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Tannery Park - Community Planning Workshop
Town of Camden

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Mother's Day Tea at Watts Hall
Watts Hall Community Arts

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a cozy afternoon at Watts Hall. Enjoy a selection of tea or hot chocolate, fresh baked treats, and live piano music by Carlie C. There will also be a card making station where kids can create something special for their mom or a favorite mother figure. The event begins at 2:15 pm, with music starting at 2:30. It is a

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David Dodson in Concert at Watts Hall!
Watts Hall Community Arts

David Dodson is bringing his wide-ranging American songbook to Watts Hall. A gifted songwriter whose work spans folk, rock, blues, jazz, and country, David moves effortlessly from poignant ballads to laugh-out-loud storytelling. He plays a mean guitar, sings with warmth and agility, and has the kind of rhythm that keeps a room leaning in. A New

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Old Fashioned Family BINGO Game
Watts Hall Community Arts

Not high tech and no big money prizes, just a fun game with family and friends. Gather up your neighbors and head to the Hall.

Sunday, April 19th at 2:00 pm.
174 Main Street, Thomaston
FREE!

Learn more at https://www.wattshallthomaston.com/upcoming-events/old-fashioned-family-bingo-game.

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Celebration Open House Featuring Ukes Rock
Watts Hall Community Arts

It’s time to celebrate! Come take a look at what a community can accomplish! UkesRock, our local ukulele band, will entertain with their joyful, fun-filled music as you tour the newly upgraded Watts Hall, sip wine, savor hors d’oeuvres and enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. It’s our way of saying “Thank You!” Doors open at 5:00pm and

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April 2026 Real Estate Market Update
Newcastle Realty

The availability of homes for sale in Maine remains limited, though Realtors are beginning to report encouraging trends across several counties. According to Maine Listings, statewide sales of single-family existing homes were unchanged compared to last March, and the median sales price (MSP) held steady at $375,000 when comparing March 2026 to

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Sail, Power, & Steam Museum Welcomes Paddy Mills in Concert Opening Weekend May 2nd
Sail Power & Steam Museum

FROM:             Jim Sharp sailpowersteammuseum@gmail.com

                          207-701-7627 for more information

                          April 14, 2026

 

 Sail, Power, & Steam Museum Welcomes Paddy Mills in Concert Opening Weekend

 

The Sail, Power, & Steam Museum celebrates its opening 2026 season weekend by welcoming the ever-popular folk

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Megunticook Varsity Rowers Medal in Portland!
Megunticook Rowing

The Megunticook Loonies made their presence known at their first competition of the season on April 12, racing indoors at Waynflete’s gym in Portland. The event featured 2,000-meter erg races for both boys’ and girls’ teams, along with a fast-paced mixed relay. Competing against Maine Coast Rowing Association and Waynflete, the Loonies faced tough

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Tom DiMenna & Friends; Story songs of the 70s
Camden Opera House

Tom DiMenna & Friends; Story songs of the 70s returns to the Camden Opera House on April 24th at 7:30pm.

Story Songs of the 70s is a seasonal concert series by Maine-based singer/songwriter, Tom DiMenna, and features songs by 3 legendary songwriters of the vinyl era — Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, and Harry Chapin. This folk-rock act blends lush

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Springtide - Sunday 5.3 at the Rockport Opera House
Rockport Opera House

Springtide is....

Joyful high-energy fiddle and dance music, heartfelt originals, rich vocal harmonies, and spacious improvisation

Springtide is Willy Clemetson (fiddle), Elsie Gawler (cello), and Ethan Tischler (guitar), musicians, songwriters, and central figures in the Mid-Coast Maine fiddling scene. We combine a love of high energy

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Did You Know… The Camden Lions Club has been serving your community since 1929... We are holding a Membership Drive for the month of April!?
Camden Lions Club

If you are interested in serving your community with the Camden Lions Club, please contact Matt Jones at:  mjone10@gmail.com.

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Sunday Tidbit: Angels As Deliverers
Eastgate Ministries

                                    Sunday Tidbit: Angels as Deliverers

         One of the ministries of angels is that of deliverance. As King David said, “The Lord’s Angel encamps round about them that fear Him, and delivers them” (Psalms 34:7). One biblical example that exemplifies this is in the book of Daniel. Because Daniel prayed to God

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Downtown Poetry Party with Dave Morrison
Camden Opera House

Downtown Poetry Party on  April 22 at 7:30 PM  

Poet Dave Morrison celebrates the release of his new collection Already Home (JukeBooks 2026) with a music/spoken word performance in the Blue Café, on the 3rd floor of the Camden Opera House.  

Dave Morrison is like a carpenter missing fingers – do you worry about his ability or applaud his devotion

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