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Midcoast Habitat's Weatherization & Repair Program
Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

Helping Knox County Homeowners Stay Warm, Safe, and Housed

Our Weatherization and Repair Program supports qualifying low- to moderate-income homeowners by helping them preserve their homes and remain safely and affordably housed. Through essential repairs, energy-efficiency upgrades, and accessibility improvements, we promote lasting stability for

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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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FRIGG at the Rockport Opera House!
Rockport Opera House

The internationally celebrated Finnish folk ensemble FRIGG launches their Bagaduce Music Residency at the Rockport Opera House on Saturday, January 31, co-presented by Bagaduce Music and the Rockport Opera House.

The residency features special collaboration with Maine guitarist Noah Fishman, who joins the band throughout the tour. Known for their

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Camden Rotary Club to Host Restoration Ecology Talk on 1/27
Camden Rotary Club

On Tuesday, January 27, Restoration Ecologist Amy Thomas will tell Camden Rotary Club members and guests how native plants can beautify our surroundings, conserve water, reduce pollution, and support wildlife.

 Thomas has a master's degree in ecological restoration and native rangeland management from Texas A&M and has worked on properties

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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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Help Needed For Mission Trip to Pakistan
Eastgate Ministries

Dear friends,

I leave for Pakistan on March 4th for a 28-day mission trip. I will be ministering in various churches and Bible schools and conducting leadership training events. I rely on donations to Eastgate Ministries to make these trips. Currently, we are $3500 short.

     God is moving in Pakistan. As on the past three trips, we expect to see

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Meet Newcastle Realty's Newest Team- The Coastal Group
Newcastle Realty

Newcastle Realty is proud to announce the formation of its newest real estate team, The Coastal Group at Newcastle Realty,  bringing together three trusted local professionals with a shared passion for serving buyers and sellers along Maine’s stunning Midcoast. Comprised of Ashley Little, Hillary Barrett, and Chelsea Poland, the team offers

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Penobscot Bay YMCA and Town of Thomaston Launch Community Navigation Pilot to Support Local Residents in Need
Penobscot Bay YMCA

Thomaston, ME — Tuesday, January 20, 2026 — The Penobscot Bay YMCA, in partnership with the Town of Thomaston, is proud to announce the launch of a new Community Navigation pilot program designed to help residents access local and state resources, benefits, and support services.

The grant-funded, pilot program will serve Thomaston residents

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Public Invited to Lincoln Home’s Creativity Show February 27
The Lincoln Home Lifestyle

The Lincoln Home residents and staff have been busy creating both as a group and on their own. A sampling of paintings, pastels, photography, knitting, quilting, craft projects and culinary creations will be on display Monday, February 2. Join us for a wine and cheese reception in our living room from 3:00 - 5:00PM. Some art will be for sale. The

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If you're not using FB & IG Stories to plug your book--you should be!
DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

People seem to think the Facebook and Instagram stories feature is an afterthought...or not all that useful.

In fact, Facebook Stories generally see higher engagement and reach than traditional feed posts because they are high-visibility (at the top of the screen) whereas traditional posts have to compete with the algorithim. They also have a high

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2 Bedroom Apartment available at Knox Hotel in Thomaston
MCH Making Community Happen

Located in Thomaston’s historic business district, Knox Hotel Apartments underwent an extensive rehab in 2011. Each of the 26 one-bedroom and 3 two-bedroom apartments have fully applianced kitchens. Knox Hotel Apartments are located across the street from restaurants, a grocery store, banks, and local churches.

Residents must be 62 or older or an

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Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and ReStore Has Outgrown Their Home
Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

Thanks to our volunteers, donors, Board, and the support of this generous community, we are building more affordable housing than ever as we move into 2026. Midcoast Habitat for Humanity now needs a bigger home so we can give our teams and volunteers the space they need to continue their important and growing work.

You may notice that our current

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Camden Rotary Club to Host Talk Tomorrow on the 2026 Financial Outlook
Camden Rotary Club

Are you curious about the financial outlook these days?

The Camden Rotary Club will  get an update on the economy from Certified Financial Planner Jerod Cronkite at noon on Tuesday, January 20.

Visitors are welcome to hear this presentation at the Congregational Church in Camden during the club's lunchtime meeting.

Click here for other club news

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Free Learn to Row at the Y is Back! 
Megunticook Rowing

Discover the Joy of Rowing — No Experience Needed!

Have you ever wanted to give rowing a try? Now’s your moment! Join Megunticook Rowing for FREE Learn-to-Row sessions at the Pen Bay YMCA this winter:

• January 26–30

• February 23–27

• March 23–27

Our Winter Learn-to-Row program is a fun, friendly introduction to the sport. Over two or three

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Meet Bella Fabiano: A Rising Presence at Newcastle Realty
Newcastle Realty

Meet Bella Fabiano: A Rising Presence at Newcastle Realty 

Newcastle Realty is pleased to highlight Bella Fabiano, who joined the agency in May 2025 and has quickly established herself as an energetic and highly personable presence in the Midcoast Maine real estate market.

 

A true local with deep ties to the region, Bella has hit the ground

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Montoya High Performance Tennis Junior Training Weekend
Midcoast Recreation Center

Spend a weekend leveling-up your tennis game at the annual UTR Montoya High Performance training weekend, returning January 24th and 25th at Midcoast Rec.

Led by expert coaches Francisco Montoya, Ricaro Munar, and Eva Borras– who run the Montoya Academy in Massachusetts– this 2-day event is for experienced junior players with a UTR rating of 2 or

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8-Indoor Court 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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Camden Rotary Club Grant Applications Due by February 15
Camden Rotary Club

The Camden Rotary Club is welcoming grant applications for 2026 from 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Knox County and Lincolnville until February 15.  

The Club will make up to $50,000 in grants available this year, focusing on high-impact programs and projects in the following areas: food security, housing, health and safety, youth

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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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Did you know...Prospective Lion members eat dinner for free at their first 3 meetings!? We are having a membership drive during 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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Midcoast Habitat's Weatherization & Repair Program

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Camden Rotary Club to Host Restoration Ecology Talk on 1/27

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Help Needed For Mission Trip to Pakistan

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The Coastal Group at Newcastle Realty, L-R: Ashley Little, Hillary Barrett, Chelsea Poland

Meet Newcastle Realty's Newest Team- The Coastal Group

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FRIGG at the Rockport Opera House!

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Lincoln Home residents meet monthly to create pastel paintings with Kim Traina.

Public Invited to Lincoln Home’s Creativity Show February 27

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