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GIVE THE GIFT OF BETTER/SAFE BOATING!
Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Courses

Sign up for Coast Guard Auxiliary

Boating Courses (Zoom/in-person)

 Suddenly in Command:

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

 Boat America:

satisfies most state boater ed requirements, including Maine. Completing the course can also lower boat insurance

 Navigating Mid Coast Maine:

learn how to use charts

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Buy a bouquet & help Meals on Wheels serve a meal!
MCH Making Community Happen

This month, every time a shopper purchases a bouquet with the red circle sticker at Hannaford in Camden, MCH/Meals on Wheels will receive a $1 donation.This is a great opportunity to bring some winter cheer into your home while helping us feed our friends & neighbors in Knox County. Thank you for helping us with your support. 

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We need our own truck!!
Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

The bulk of the inventory in this store comes from our free pick up service twice a week. In order to make this happen we have to rent a Uhaul each time. That is a big expense for us. 

We’re fundraising for a ReStore box truck to support more pickups and deliveries, helping to better serve donors and customers, more efficiently and effectively

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Holiday Sparkles at The Lincoln Home
The Lincoln Home Lifestyle

Holiday decorating, preparations and celebrations! Music, performances, Christmas lights, tree decorating, cookie baking, gingerbread houses, children, family, friends... A wonderful holiday season full of sparkles and fun! Happy New Year !

The Lincoln Home is located at 22 River Road in Newcastle. To learn more about vibrant senior living, visit

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Cold rooms, high heating bills, and what winter can reveal
Evergreen Home Performance

If one room in your house always feels colder than the rest, winter may be the best time to find out why.

Thermal imaging is a diagnostic tool commonly used during home energy audits to identify insulation gaps, air leaks, and cold spots. While energy audits can be performed year-round, Maine’s long, cold winters create the ideal conditions for

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The Librarians
The Waldo Theatre

TICKETS HERE. 

An award-winning documentary that explores the growing movement to restrict access to books and information will screen Jan. 11 at The Waldo Theatre, followed by a panel discussion with local librarians.

“The Librarians”, directed by Academy Award nominee Kim A. Snyder, will be shown Sunday, Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. at The Waldo Theatre

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KCDC Monthly Meeting for Knox County Democratic Committee
Knox County Democrats

The KCDC Business Meeting will start at 5:15 pm on Tuesday, January 13 in the Rockland Public Library Community Room.  The agenda will include a discussion of plans for 2026, seeking input and involvement in this pivotal election year.  All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend.

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KCDC Monthly Meeting and presentation by gubernatorial candidate Dr. Nirav Shah
Knox County Democrats

Meet Democratic candidate for Maine Governor, Dr. Nirav Shah.  The KCDC monthly meeting will host Dr. Shah for a presentation and Q&A.  The business meeting will start at 5:15 pm followed by Dr. Shah at 6:00 pm.  Dr. Shah is an attorney, economist, and public health leader who was the head of the Maine CDC during the Covid public health crisis. 

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Sunday Tidbit: Our True Identity- In His Likenss
Eastgate Ministries

     In the last tidbit, I shared that our identity is not based on a title, social status, ministry, or what we do. Our heavenly Father calls us His sons and daughters. That’s who we are. I love what the apostle John wrote when he said, Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed upon us, that we should be called the children of God (1

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Did You Know… The Camden Lions Club is having a Membership Drive for the month of January!?
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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January literary contests for Maine writers-get crackin!
DIY Marketing for Maine Authors

January is all about fresh starts.

The key to marketing is consistency, so let's get started on some goals.

For those interested in literary contests, here are some with January deadlines.

Maine-focused

Maine Literary Awards - Annual contest honoring Maine books published in 2025. (Closes February 1, 2026.)

Nationwide

Erma Bombeck Writers’
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Story Songs of the 70's - Winter Edition with Tom DiMenna
Rockport Opera House

Winter Edition Tour: Story Songs of the 70s: Gordon Lightfoot, Harry Chapin, and Cat Stevens. 

Sunday January 25th, 2026 at 4pm

Rockport Opera House is delighted to host Tom as part of their Winter Tour. Maine-based singer-songwriter Tom DiMenna brings the Winter Edition of Story Songs with a group of accompanists, the show celebrates the beloved

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Winter Wonderland Contra Dance
Rockport Opera House

Winter Wonderland Contra Dance - Friday January 16th 

Musicians: Willy Clemetson, Samuel Foucher, & Bennett Konesni with caller
Chrissy Fowler

Community dance 6:30 pm
Workshop 7:30 pm
Contras begin at 8:00 pm

Tickets at the door!

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Help feed our friends & neighbors in Knox County
MCH Making Community Happen

Meals on Wheels is the only nationwide community-based network dedicated to ending senior hunger. But demand continues to rise in midcoast Maine, which is why we're counting on generous supporters like you. You are a key to helping Meals on Wheels serve more seniors. Bring joy to a senior this year. Your gift today delivers more than a meal. It

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West Bay Rotary Awards Grants to 10 Local Charities
West Bay Rotary

In recognition of their vital role for those in need here in Midcoast Maine, 10 local charities were awarded grants from West Bay Rotary this week. As an integral part of its mission, the club hosts fundraising events throughout the year to support qualified charitable causes. The club’s ongoing fundraising events include Christmas tree/wreath

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Happy New Year from your Camden Lions Club!
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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UMA Rockland Center Announces Scholarships Available for First-Time and Returning Students
University of Maine at Augusta - Rockland Center

Osher Scholarship Available for First-Time and Returning Students

Rockland - The UMA Rockland Center announces the availability of Osher New Beginnings Scholarships for those interested in exploring college in the upcoming semester that begins in January. 

“This scholarship was established especially for those who are first-time college

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Learn to play golf at MRC!
Midcoast Recreation Center

Did you know MRC has indoor virtual golf simulators, where the weather is always perfect and daylight never fades? 

And did you know you can learn to play golf at MRC on these virtual golf simulators? Beginning the first week of November, our Learn to Play Golf classes for Elementary School, Middle School, and Adults returns!  These popular classes

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Introducing the DIY Book Marketing Studio for Maine Authors
DIY Marketing for Maine Authors

Book marketing doesn’t have to be overwhelming—or expensive.

The DIY Book Marketing Studio is a new collection of tools, guides, and resources designed to help Maine authors take control of their book promotion with confidence.

Whether you’re launching your first book or reviving a backlist title with a new event, this studio of affordable

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"Lettuce Taco 'Bout Community Lunch
Brady’s

Monday's Community Lunch is being hosted by Byron Cortez & Stanley Hornsby and the Mexican spread they have planned is epic. From scratch EVERYTHING!! There may be a little rain in the forecast but that has never slowed us down. Come on down Brady's at 11:30 and enjoy a free weekly event hosted by The Community Lunch Bunch. 

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Trad Irish Music Night
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The Blue Café: Bobbylene
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