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

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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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New Hope Midcoast Seeks Clothing and 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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Southport General Store Winter Supper Series: Baked Bean & Book Swap
Southport General Store & Barn

We’re excited to announce our next Winter Supper Series: Baked Bean & Book Swap!

Join us Friday, February 20th, from 4–6 pm for a cozy, community-style buffet featuring:
• Boston baked soldier beans with smoked bacon
• House Guinness ham hocks & Maine yellow-eyed beans
• Vegetarian fresh chili & garlic baked beans
• House jalapeño & cheddar

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Penobscot Bay YMCA Welcomes All Adult Swimmers to the Kate Killoran Memorial Meet
Penobscot Bay YMCA

Rockport, Maine — After more than a decade without hosting a Masters swim meet, the Penobscot Bay YMCA is excited to bring adult swimmers back to the blocks with the  Kate Killoran Memorial Masters Meet on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Penobscot Bay YMCA in Rockport.

This US Masters Swimming–recognized Short Course Yards (SCY) meet is open to

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Testimony of Pakistani pastor Zeesham asking for your help to send me to Pakistan March 4th
Eastgate Ministries

Good morning,

   I wish to express my gratitude for the $1500 contribution toward my upcoming trip to Pakistan, which begins on March 4th for a 28-day mission. Of the $3500, we still need $2000. Please watch the video Pastor Zeesham produced for you.

    He shares the healings people received, the new hearts God gave them, and the revival that

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Town of Camden - Delayed Opening
Town of Camden

(CAMDEN, ME) The Town of Camden government offices will open at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 11, due to the snow.

Please use caution driving this morning, and park in plowed parking spaces and lots to allow public works crews to continue snow removal downtown.

Thank you.

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Valentines Day Bash with The Sugar Snaps
Rockport Opera House

Valentines Day Bash with The Sugar Snaps

Saturday February 14th 8-10pm

Bring your honey or meet your future honey at the Snaps first-ever Valentine’s party! We’ll be at the beautiful Rockport Opera House, shaking out those mid-winter doldrums with a lot of soul and a whole lot of love.

Doors at 7:45 - Villager Cafe will set up a bar at the Opera

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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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Creative and Literary Opportunities This Week
DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Lit Fest Fellows Applications — Deadline Feb 15

Emerging writers can apply to be a Maine Lit Fest Fellow — a role that includes planning, outreach, and featured participation in Maine’s premier literary festival. 

Maine Lit Fest Fellowships: The Maine Lit Fest Fellows will play a vital role in planning, promoting, and hosting the Maine Lit Fest

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Person Training is back at Midcoast Rec!
Midcoast Recreation Center

Meet Cody Wilson, Midcoast Rec's new personal trainer!  Originally from Camden, Cody has lived most of his life in Maine, and has practiced as a fitness trainer in various gyms across the state. Cody has experience working with various types of clientele, ranging from college students to youth athletes to older customers and orthopedic patients

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Camden Rotary Grant Applications Due Feb 15
Camden Rotary Club

Here's a reminder to  501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Knox County and Lincolnville: Please submit applications for grants from the Camden Rotary Club by February 15.

The Club will award grants of up to $50,000 this year, focusing on high-impact programs and projects in areas of food security, housing, health and safety, youth development

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Did You Know… The Camden Lions Club conducts multiple vision screening clinics at Mid-Coast schools?
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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Do's and Don'ts of pitching Maine media-FREE Zoom webinar Feb. 24
DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

How to boost your chances of getting media coverage for your book in Maine

Join us on Tuesday, February 24 at 1 p.m.

Kay Stephens, a Maine journalist and author, has spent the last 20 years working for newspapers and magazines, and has been on both sides of the book pitch. This Zoom webinar gives you the insider best practices, common mistakes to

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The Camden Lions Club conducts multiple vision screening clinics at Mid-Coast schools?
Camden Lions Club
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Sunday Tidbit: Recalled For Active Duty
Eastgate Ministries

        Recently, a major realization dawned on me: “I have been activated for service.” At 76, I was being recalled by the Lord into full-time ministry. Like those who served in the military, the Lord is commissioning a remnant for active duty. Young or old, age is not a factor. Moses was 80 when the Lord called him to lead his people out of

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Don’t Miss the Boat - or the Erg! Free “Learn to Row” Sessions February 23-27 and March 23-27
Megunticook Rowing

Ever wanted to try rowing? Now’s your chance! Megunticook Rowing is offering free Learn-to-Row sessions this February and March at the Pen Bay YMCA. Whether you’re brand new to rowing or just looking for a fun winter fitness challenge, this is the perfect way to get started.

Megunticook Rowing’s Winter Learn-to-Row program includes two or three erg

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Grab your private court time at Midcoast Rec!
Midcoast Recreation Center

With the addition of the Camden National Bank Pickleball Center and the expansion of our indoor courts, it’s easier than ever to book tennis and pickleball time at Midcoast Rec. More court space means more flexibility and more opportunities to play; organize a friendly match, fine-tune your serve, or rally with friends. However you play, there’s

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Midcoast Rec Summer Camps – All Day Play!
Midcoast Recreation Center

All-day action starts here at Midcoast Rec's full-day sports summer camps! Choose between tennis, pickleball, or multisport camp options, or mix and match sessions for nonstop fun. More play, more friends, more movement… and happy, tired kids heading home every day.

Each camp session runs Monday - Thursday, with full- or half-day options:

Full
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Apply to be a Trekker!
Trekkers

Seventh graders are now invited to apply to join Trekkers! Students who live in Rockland, Thomaston, South Thomaston, Cushing, Owls Head, and St. George are eligible to apply. Interested? Check out the application packet which has info about the program and reach out to us at 207‑594‑5095 or info@trekkers.org with any questions.

Trekkers is a six

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Pickleball Center Grand Opening at Midcoast Rec!
Midcoast Recreation Center

It's a day to celebrate! Join us at Midcoast Rec for the official grand opening event of our new Camden National Bank Pickleball Center on Sunday, February 8th, from 11am-2pm.

Come check out the new building, explore the beautiful pickleball lobby, and play on the 8 fresh courts! Court time is completely free during the party. Haven't tried

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Town of Camden - Delayed Opening
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Blue Café Book Release and Performance featuring Peter Gallway and his book, "Hardtail Strat - Guitars, Heroin, Songs, and Stories"
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Penobscot Bay YMCA Kate Killoran Memorial Masters Meet

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Pastor Zeesham of Pakistan

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Eastgate Ministries
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Town of Camden - Delayed Opening

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Creative and Literary Opportunities This Week

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Person Training is back at Midcoast Rec!

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Camden Rotary Club Grants

Camden Rotary Grant Applications Due Feb 15

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

Did You Know… The Camden Lions Club conducts multiple vision screening clinics at Mid-Coast schools?

Camden Lions Club
Sugar Snaps Band

Valentines Day Bash with The Sugar Snaps

Rockport Opera House

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