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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

With 2.2 million titles published every year, you've got to cut to the chase.

Readers want to know the who/what/where/when/why on your book’s genre, characters and plot right away. One of the best ways to do that is to create a graphic and give a short list of your book’s tropes (themes). Use TVTropes.org to find yours. See examples in the graphic

Each year, the need for scholarship support grows. As more young people in our community seek belonging, mentorship, and stability, Trekkers ensures that finances are never a barrier to participating in our six-year program. Scholarships make that promise possible.

Now through the end of the year, all donations made to the Trekkers Scholarship Fund

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. 

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

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

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

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.

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. 

     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

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

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.

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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. 

Cheers

   Each Sunday, I have been posting a Sunday Tidbit. The response has been inspiring and widespread. Ministers and Christians of all denominations have shared that they really enjoy reading these tidbits. I'm sorry to say that this Sunday, I won't be posting an article. It’s vacation time.

I left Maine Saturday at 4:30 am. It was 5 degrees