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Easter Coloring Contest
The members of the Farmington Downtown Association will be sponsoring an Easter Coloring contest for children age 10 and under. This traditional coloring contest allows young children to show off their coloring talents that they may have been working on during remote learning times and gives them a chance to win a fun filled Easter basket. Coloring pages may be picked up from participating Downtown businesses starting March 22nd. The completed pages need to be return to Wicked Good Candy at 169 Front Street, Farmington no later than April 3rd at 5:00pm to be entered into the judging for fabulous
2 events,
Better Health Now with Pain
Better Health Now with Pain
Location: 1-1 Telephonic or Zoom Timeslots: 9:00-10:00AM or 11:00-12:00PM The Healthy Living for ME's Better Health Now with Pain is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help individuals deal with chronic conditions with a focus on pain management. Topics include: techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition; pacing activity and rest; and how to evaluate new treatments. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins for
6 events,
Western Maine Market
Western Maine Market, an online Farmers’ Market, operates weekly, year-round. Place your order on Wednesday to receive it Friday. We have pick-up locations in Farmington, Freeman, Kingfield, New Vineyard, and Rangeley. We offer free delivery directly to your home or workplace along our delivery route: Route 4, downtown Farmington to Strong; Route 27, Farmington to Kingfield; Routes 142 & 145, Kingfield to Strong; Town Farm Rd., Farmington. Delivery beyond that route may be available for a fee. Call Deborah at 207 860-0703 or email info@WesternMaineMarket.com for more info.
Zooming Together While Physically Apart
Zooming Together While Physically Apart
Date: Wednesday, March 31 Time: 10:00-11:00AM Location: Zoom To register: Email edcenter@seniorsplus.org or call 795-4010 SeniorsPlus has partnered with River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition and Healthy Oxford Hills to host Zooming Together While Physically Apart! We invite you to join us for our monthly Zoom call where we will spotlight a specific topic before opening up the conversation to the group – this is a time to learn, socialize, laugh, and have fun together. To help with food insecurity during this time, River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition will also be giving away one Hannaford gift card to an attendee.
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Discussion-based learning and connection in a virtual classroom. Classes are open to all adult learners and interested community members. Limited classroom space is available in Farmington, Livermore Falls, and Phillips for those without online access.
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Location: Zoom (video & audio required) Instructors: SeniorsPlus Staff & Volunteers To register: Email edcenter@seniorsplus.org or call 795-4010 Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health, and one's ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better. Participants of this workshop
5 events,
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now with Diabetes is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help participants deal with chronic conditions with a focus on diabetes management. Topics include: techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear and frustration; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating, appropriate use of medication; and working with healthcare providers. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins. Participants will receive the toolkit materials in the mail prior to starting the workshop.
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now with Diabetes is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help participants deal with chronic conditions with a focus on diabetes management. Topics include: techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear and frustration; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating, appropriate use of medication; and working with healthcare providers. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins. Participants will receive the toolkit materials in the mail prior to starting the workshop.
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now with Diabetes is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help participants deal with chronic conditions with a focus on diabetes management. Topics include: techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear and frustration; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating, appropriate use of medication; and working with healthcare providers. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins. Participants will receive the toolkit materials in the mail prior to starting the workshop.
4 events,
Farmington Area Ecumenical Ministry Good Friday service
Farmington Area Ecumenical Ministry Good Friday service
We hope you can join us on Zoom this year for the annual Good Friday Service on Friday, April 2, 2021, at noon. The service is sponsored by Farmington Area Ecumenical Ministry (FAEM). Pastors, readers and musicians from various local churches will participate. The link for the zoom service is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84586871082?pwd=cVp2elZZdUR6cnI5S2w3V0M1NzBNZz09 It can also be found on the FAEM website https://faemchurches.org under the “Worship Experiences” tab. Please note that there will be no FAEM-sponsored Easter Sunrise service this year. Hopefully next year we will be able to celebrate in the traditional way. Any questions, please email mclinticsmith@gmail.com
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 in Jay take out suppers every Friday served at 5pm. Please call Janice at 207-897-2122 for menu and to reserve your meal.
4 events,
Pie Sale benefit of the Farmington Historical Society
Have you missed your pies made by the Pie Makers of the Farmington Historical Society? Here’s your chance, a Pie Sale on April 3 from 10 until sold out. The Pie makers will be selling whole pies in variety of flavors for $14.00 in front of the Octagon House located on the corner of Perham Street and High Street. Sponsored by the Farmington Historical Society.
Take Out Pancake Breakfast
Take Out Pancake Breakfast
WE HAVE BIG NEWS! Not only is Maine Maple Sunday a GO... We are now offering THREE CHANCES to enjoy our Famous Pancake Breakfast, safely of course. We will be offering a “Takeout” form of our FAMOUS pancake breakfast for just $10 on THREE CONSECUTIVE WEEKENDS! Each breakfast will include a stack of delicious homemade pancakes, locally sourced maple sausage, baked beans and of course, Hall Farms Maple Syrup on the side! Other products will also be available for purchase during pickup hours. Parking is limited so we ask that you PLEASE call ahead to reserve your pickup slot.
Easter Basket Drive Thru
Easter Basket Drive Thru
Easter Basket Drive Thru at the Chesterville Town Office on Sat., Apr. 3rd from 2:00-4:00 p.m. This free event is sponsored by the North Chesterville Extension Homemakers. FMI contact Glenda at 778-2689.
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Easter Sunrise Service At Sugarloaf
Easter Sunrise Service At Sugarloaf
Outdoor Sunrise Service Come join the experience of celebrating Easter morning way up on Sugarloaf. Please arrive early and overdress! It’s always much colder than you think. Bring a headlamp-it will be dark because we are starting a little earlier this year to adjust for CoVid chair loading. Meet at the base of the Super Quad Chair. Lift will load from 5:10-5:15 AM only. No lift ticket required. You must ski/board down. Recommended for people intermediate level or above (trail can be firm and dim that time of morning). Lift may change due to weather. We are so fortunate to
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1 event,
Better Health Now with Pain
Better Health Now with Pain
Location: 1-1 Telephonic or Zoom Timeslots: 9:00-10:00AM or 11:00-12:00PM The Healthy Living for ME's Better Health Now with Pain is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help individuals deal with chronic conditions with a focus on pain management. Topics include: techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition; pacing activity and rest; and how to evaluate new treatments. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins for
3 events,
Western Maine Market
Western Maine Market, an online Farmers’ Market, operates weekly, year-round. Place your order on Wednesday to receive it Friday. We have pick-up locations in Farmington, Freeman, Kingfield, New Vineyard, and Rangeley. We offer free delivery directly to your home or workplace along our delivery route: Route 4, downtown Farmington to Strong; Route 27, Farmington to Kingfield; Routes 142 & 145, Kingfield to Strong; Town Farm Rd., Farmington. Delivery beyond that route may be available for a fee. Call Deborah at 207 860-0703 or email info@WesternMaineMarket.com for more info.
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Discussion-based learning and connection in a virtual classroom. Classes are open to all adult learners and interested community members. Limited classroom space is available in Farmington, Livermore Falls, and Phillips for those without online access.
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Location: Zoom (video & audio required) Instructors: SeniorsPlus Staff & Volunteers To register: Email edcenter@seniorsplus.org or call 795-4010 Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health, and one's ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better. Participants of this workshop
5 events,
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now with Diabetes is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help participants deal with chronic conditions with a focus on diabetes management. Topics include: techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear and frustration; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating, appropriate use of medication; and working with healthcare providers. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins. Participants will receive the toolkit materials in the mail prior to starting the workshop.
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now with Diabetes is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help participants deal with chronic conditions with a focus on diabetes management. Topics include: techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear and frustration; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating, appropriate use of medication; and working with healthcare providers. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins. Participants will receive the toolkit materials in the mail prior to starting the workshop.
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now With Diabetes
Better Health Now with Diabetes is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help participants deal with chronic conditions with a focus on diabetes management. Topics include: techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear and frustration; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating, appropriate use of medication; and working with healthcare providers. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins. Participants will receive the toolkit materials in the mail prior to starting the workshop.
2 events,
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 in Jay take out suppers every Friday served at 5pm. Please call Janice at 207-897-2122 for menu and to reserve your meal.
3 events,
Write to Discover~a virtual Creative Writing Workshop fundraiser
Write to Discover~a virtual Creative Writing Workshop fundraiser
Literacy Volunteers of Franklin and Somerset Counties presents: Write to Discover~a virtual Creative Writing Workshop fundraiser. Explore the writer in you, while donating to a good cause. Join Maine Humanities Council Co-Facilitators, Elizabeth Cooke and Sara Beech, for a Saturday afternoon of art and writing. In this session we will brainstorm beginnings, middles, and ends through writing/collaging to discover what comes next. Workshops are family friendly, all ages and levels of experience welcome. Sliding scale, $10 suggested donation. All proceeds support Literacy Volunteers Adult Tutoring. To register go to our website at westernmaineliteracy.org and click on the donate button.
Write to Discover~a virtual Creative Writing Workshop
Write to Discover~a virtual Creative Writing Workshop
Literacy Volunteers of Franklin and Somerset Counties presents: Write to Discover~a virtual Creative Writing Workshop fundraiser. Explore the writer in you, while donating to a good cause. Join Maine Humanities Council Co-Facilitators, Elizabeth Cooke and Sara Beech, for a Saturday afternoon of art and writing. In this session we will brainstorm beginnings, middles, and ends through writing/collaging to discover what comes next.Workshops are family friendly, all ages and levels of experience welcome. Sliding scale, $10 suggested donation. All proceeds support Literacy Volunteers Adult Tutoring. To register go to our website at westernmaineliteracy.org and click on the donate button.
ArtsFarmington presents: Keyboard Festival
ArtsFarmington presents: Keyboard Festival
ArtsFarmington presents: KEYBOARD FESTIVAL ArtsFarmington invites the public to join us online for Keyboard Festival, a three-performance virtual series featuring the following artists: April 10 at 7:30 - harpsichord, Rebecca Pechefsky, affiliated with Brooklyn Baro- que April 17 at 7:30 - fortepiano, David Kim, Associate Professor of Music at Whitman College April 24 at 7:30 - pianoforte, George Lopez, Beckwith Artist-in-Residence at Bowdoin College Each concert will be in the form of a lecture/recital performed on the initial presentation date with viewing available for 30 days. Sign up now for the whole series or individual concerts. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.artsfarmington.org - $10 per
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2 events,
Better Health Now with Pain
Better Health Now with Pain
Location: 1-1 Telephonic or Zoom Timeslots: 9:00-10:00AM or 11:00-12:00PM The Healthy Living for ME's Better Health Now with Pain is a self-guided, evidence-based program. The program is designed to help individuals deal with chronic conditions with a focus on pain management. Topics include: techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition; pacing activity and rest; and how to evaluate new treatments. Participants of the workshop will work individually prior to 1-1 facilitator or small group weekly check-ins for
RSU 9 proposed budget
RSU 9 proposed budget
Interim Superintendent Monique Poulin will present the RSU 9 Proposed Budget for FY22 at 6:30pm on April 13, 2021. There will be an opportunity for questions and answers, and community feedback is welcomed. Zoom link - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82431407773pwd=MHJYSitsbFJUUXdDbEcvUmVUS09mdz09
4 events,
Western Maine Market
Western Maine Market, an online Farmers’ Market, operates weekly, year-round. Place your order on Wednesday to receive it Friday. We have pick-up locations in Farmington, Freeman, Kingfield, New Vineyard, and Rangeley. We offer free delivery directly to your home or workplace along our delivery route: Route 4, downtown Farmington to Strong; Route 27, Farmington to Kingfield; Routes 142 & 145, Kingfield to Strong; Town Farm Rd., Farmington. Delivery beyond that route may be available for a fee. Call Deborah at 207 860-0703 or email info@WesternMaineMarket.com for more info.
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Discussion-based learning and connection in a virtual classroom. Classes are open to all adult learners and interested community members. Limited classroom space is available in Farmington, Livermore Falls, and Phillips for those without online access.
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Location: Zoom (video & audio required) Instructors: SeniorsPlus Staff & Volunteers To register: Email edcenter@seniorsplus.org or call 795-4010 Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health, and one's ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better. Participants of this workshop
Western Maine Audubon presents: “Predators: “Saving Seabirds” with Dr. Stephen Kress
Western Maine Audubon presents: “Predators: “Saving Seabirds” with Dr. Stephen Kress
Western Maine Audubon presents a free online webinar for the general public on Wednesday, April 14th at 7:00 pm. The webinar is titled “Saving Seabirds: New Lessons from Puffins,” with Dr. Stephen Kress. Dr. Kress, a well-known author and seabird expert, will draw on his experience with puffins to discuss ways people can help bring seabirds back to some of their historic nesting places. He will also share insights into the changing marine climate of the Gulf of Maine. To register for the webinar, please sign onto the Western Maine Audubon webpage at www.western.maineaudubon.org/events and click on the register button.
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Living Well with Chronic Pain
Living Well with Chronic Pain
Location: Zoom Instructors: SeniorsPlus Staff & Volunteers SeniorsPlus and the Healthy Living for ME Network is now offering Living Well with Chronic Pain through Zoom! This class is designed for people who are living with chronic pain. The workshop offers strategies for dealing with its symptoms. Topics include: techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition; pacing activity and rest; and how to evaluate new treatments. Participants will receive all workshop materials in the mail prior to the start
Fraud & Scams
Fraud & Scams
Location: Zoom Presenter: SeniorsPlus Staff To register: Email edcenter@seniorsplus.org or call 795-4010 This workshop will give you the information needed to determine what is real and what is a scam. What does fraud look like? What are the latest scams out there? How do you recognize fraud? Find out what you can do to protect yourself and where to go to report things so others don't become the next victim.
3 events,
Health Care Advance Directive Planning during COVID Times
Health Care Advance Directive Planning during COVID Times
Location: Zoom - video and audio required Host Organizations: SeniorsPlus, Androscoggin Home Healthcare + Hospice & St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center To register: Email edcenter@seniorsplus.org or call 795-4010 Join us on this year’s National Decision Making Day, April 16, to explore your worries and wishes in relation to healthcare decision making. All from the comfort of your own home, we will use games, resource sharing, and conversation to explore what matters most to YOU. There will also be time for us to review the Maine Health Care Advance Directive Form. Resources and the Maine Health Care Advance Directive Form will
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 in Jay take out suppers every Friday served at 5pm. Please call Janice at 207-897-2122 for menu and to reserve your meal.
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Masonic Public Takeout/Pickup Supper
Masonic Public Takeout/Pickup Supper
On Saturday, April 17, 2021, the Masonic Group at the Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building, 70 Bryant Road, East Wilton , Maine , will be offering a Public Takeout - Pickup Supper, from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. The menu will consist of Baked Roast Beef, Potatoes, Vegetables, Rolls and Molasses Cookies. Cost of the meal for Adults will be $9.00 and $5.00 for those under the age of 12. For food preparation, it would be appreciated if reservations for takeout meals was received by 5:00 pm on Thursday, April 15th. To make reservations please call Alan Morison - 645-4366 or
ArtsFarmington presents: Keyboard Festival
ArtsFarmington presents: Keyboard Festival
ArtsFarmington presents: KEYBOARD FESTIVAL ArtsFarmington invites the public to join us online for Keyboard Festival, a three-performance virtual series featuring the following artists: April 10 at 7:30 - harpsichord, Rebecca Pechefsky, affiliated with Brooklyn Baro- que April 17 at 7:30 - fortepiano, David Kim, Associate Professor of Music at Whitman College April 24 at 7:30 - pianoforte, George Lopez, Beckwith Artist-in-Residence at Bowdoin College Each concert will be in the form of a lecture/recital performed on the initial presentation date with viewing available for 30 days. Sign up now for the whole series or individual concerts. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.artsfarmington.org - $10 per
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Western Maine Market
Western Maine Market, an online Farmers’ Market, operates weekly, year-round. Place your order on Wednesday to receive it Friday. We have pick-up locations in Farmington, Freeman, Kingfield, New Vineyard, and Rangeley. We offer free delivery directly to your home or workplace along our delivery route: Route 4, downtown Farmington to Strong; Route 27, Farmington to Kingfield; Routes 142 & 145, Kingfield to Strong; Town Farm Rd., Farmington. Delivery beyond that route may be available for a fee. Call Deborah at 207 860-0703 or email info@WesternMaineMarket.com for more info.
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Discussion-based learning and connection in a virtual classroom. Classes are open to all adult learners and interested community members. Limited classroom space is available in Farmington, Livermore Falls, and Phillips for those without online access.
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Location: Zoom (video & audio required) Instructors: SeniorsPlus Staff & Volunteers To register: Email edcenter@seniorsplus.org or call 795-4010 Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health, and one's ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better. Participants of this workshop
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Earth Day Volunteer Cleanup
Earth Day Volunteer Cleanup
April 22 from 1-3PM volunteers will be meeting outside at the Pierce House, 204 Main St. next to the Post Office for a town cleanup in celebration of Earth Day. All are invited and welcome to participate in promoting a safe and healthy environment by picking up litter! Bags and gloves will be provided. Please wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines. It is recommended that bright colors be worn for safety by those cleaning up near roadways. Prizes will be awarded in several categories. Details to be announced.
Living Well with Chronic Pain
Living Well with Chronic Pain
Location: Zoom Instructors: SeniorsPlus Staff & Volunteers SeniorsPlus and the Healthy Living for ME Network is now offering Living Well with Chronic Pain through Zoom! This class is designed for people who are living with chronic pain. The workshop offers strategies for dealing with its symptoms. Topics include: techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition; pacing activity and rest; and how to evaluate new treatments. Participants will receive all workshop materials in the mail prior to the start
2 events,
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 in Jay take out suppers every Friday served at 5pm. Please call Janice at 207-897-2122 for menu and to reserve your meal.
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5th ANNUAL BEST DOG ON EARTH DAY – A Celebration of Dogs and Earth Day
5th ANNUAL BEST DOG ON EARTH DAY – A Celebration of Dogs and Earth Day
Rangeley Health and Wellness and the Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring the 5th Annual Best Dog on Earth Day event, a celebration of dogs and Earth Day, on Saturday, April 24, 2021. The event will be a Fun Run/Walk with or without your dog. Registration details to be announced. The fun walk/run starts at 10 AM. Registration is by donation and includes a raffle ticket for a prize for all who pre-register. For more information, contact the Chamber at 207-864-5571 or Rangeley Health and Wellness Fitness Center at 207-864-3055.
Pickwick Club book discussion
Pickwick Club book discussion
Break up your enforced staycation and join the Pickwick Club for a three-part VIRTUAL discussion of Charles Dickens’s Bleak House. The meetings are on Saturdays, February 27, April 24, and June 26, from 12:30–2:30 p.m. In normal times we meet at the Auburn Public Library, our kind sponsor, but during these “other” times we meet via Zoom. The Pickwick Club is Maine’s Charles Dickens Reading and Appreciation Group; we also explore other great Victorian writers and all things Victoriana in general. Meetings are free and open to the public. FMI : Alexis 207-779-8979, leckie1950@gmail.com.
ArtsFarmington presents: Keyboard Festival
ArtsFarmington presents: Keyboard Festival
ArtsFarmington presents: KEYBOARD FESTIVAL ArtsFarmington invites the public to join us online for Keyboard Festival, a three-performance virtual series featuring the following artists: April 10 at 7:30 - harpsichord, Rebecca Pechefsky, affiliated with Brooklyn Baro- que April 17 at 7:30 - fortepiano, David Kim, Associate Professor of Music at Whitman College April 24 at 7:30 - pianoforte, George Lopez, Beckwith Artist-in-Residence at Bowdoin College Each concert will be in the form of a lecture/recital performed on the initial presentation date with viewing available for 30 days. Sign up now for the whole series or individual concerts. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.artsfarmington.org - $10 per
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10th annual One in Five 5K
10th annual One in Five 5K
Join us for the 10th annual One in Five 5K either virtual or in person on Sunday, April 25th at FirstPark (46 FirstPark Dr) in Oakland at 9 am! Inspired by the current Maine statistic of an estimated ONE in FIVE people in Maine have been affected by sexual violence (Muskie School of Public Policy, Maine Crime Victimizations Rates, 2011), the Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center is hosting this race. You can choose to sign up for the virtual race or you can join us at FirstPark on April 25th! Sign up before March 25th to receive a free
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Western Maine Market
Western Maine Market, an online Farmers’ Market, operates weekly, year-round. Place your order on Wednesday to receive it Friday. We have pick-up locations in Farmington, Freeman, Kingfield, New Vineyard, and Rangeley. We offer free delivery directly to your home or workplace along our delivery route: Route 4, downtown Farmington to Strong; Route 27, Farmington to Kingfield; Routes 142 & 145, Kingfield to Strong; Town Farm Rd., Farmington. Delivery beyond that route may be available for a fee. Call Deborah at 207 860-0703 or email info@WesternMaineMarket.com for more info.
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Community Connect- discussion-based learning
Discussion-based learning and connection in a virtual classroom. Classes are open to all adult learners and interested community members. Limited classroom space is available in Farmington, Livermore Falls, and Phillips for those without online access.
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Tai Chi for Health & Balance
Location: Zoom (video & audio required) Instructors: SeniorsPlus Staff & Volunteers To register: Email edcenter@seniorsplus.org or call 795-4010 Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health, and one's ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better. Participants of this workshop
2 events,
Living Well with Chronic Pain
Living Well with Chronic Pain
Location: Zoom Instructors: SeniorsPlus Staff & Volunteers SeniorsPlus and the Healthy Living for ME Network is now offering Living Well with Chronic Pain through Zoom! This class is designed for people who are living with chronic pain. The workshop offers strategies for dealing with its symptoms. Topics include: techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition; pacing activity and rest; and how to evaluate new treatments. Participants will receive all workshop materials in the mail prior to the start
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VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 take-out suppers
VFW Post #3335 in Jay take out suppers every Friday served at 5pm. Please call Janice at 207-897-2122 for menu and to reserve your meal.
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Farmington Public Library Plant Sale
Farmington Public Library Plant Sale
We will be selling house plants outside the library to raise funds to improve the walkway. Many varieties and sizes will be available.
Take Out Bean Supper
Take Out Bean Supper
Menu: Baked beans, hot dogs, vegetables, bread, pie or cake, $8.00. Industry Town Hall, Route 43, to benefit Shorey Chapel’s new furnace. For more info call 778-4158
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ArtsFarmington Keyboard Festival–Live Panel Discussion
ArtsFarmington Keyboard Festival–Live Panel Discussion
In conjunction with the ArtsFarmington Keyboard Festival performances of keyboard artists Rebecca Pechefsky (April 10), David Kim (April 17), and George Lopez (April 24), there will be a Live Zoom Panel Discussion with the three performers together on May 2 from 4:00 to 5:30 pm. This will be a time to learn from the artists and ask questions. The discussion will be moderated by Aaron Wyanski, Assistant Professor of Music at UMF. This live event is available to the general public free of charge to those who register for the Festival series or any individual concert, or $10 for anyone