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Chester Greenwood Day
This year marks the 46th Celebration of Chester Greenwood Day in downtown Farmington. On Saturday, December 3rd the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce presents the celebration of the Farmington native and earmuff inventor, Chester Greenwood. "Winter Wonderland” is the theme for this year’s Parade! Partake in our Gingerbread House Contest, Taste of Farmington, historical open houses, craft fairs, polar bear dip, and more! For a complete schedule of events, visit our website at www.franklincountymaine.org or call 207.778.4215 for more information
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Cookie Walk
Cookie Walk
On Saturday, Dec 3rd Henderson Memorial Baptist Church, located at 110 Academy Street, will be having a Cookie Walk starting at 8:00am until we are sold out. Any questions please call the church at 778-2163.
Farmington Rotary Festival of Trees
Farmington Rotary Festival of Trees
A tradition on Chester Greenwood Day, the Rotary Festival of Trees features decorated trees and wreaths, music, raffles, hot chocolate and goodies. Trees and wreaths are auctioned off at 6 pm and benefit local and international causes.
Craft Fair at the American Legion
Craft Fair at the American Legion
Two floors of crafts! Silent auction table, raffles, large luncheon menu. Eat in or take out! 9am-2pm. FMI: 207-778-4720
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
Make the Nutcracker part of your holiday tradition right here in Farmington as Thomas Performing Arts takes you on a journey as Clara befriends a nutcracker who comes to life on Christmas Eve. This is our studio’s take on the acclaimed holiday show with a cast of angels, soldiers, a Snow Queen, and of course, the notorious Rat King! This is the holiday event of the season and must see for the whole family! The cast is a diverse group of local talent with students from the Franklin County area. There will be two opportunities to see The Nutcracker at
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The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
Make the Nutcracker part of your holiday tradition right here in Farmington as Thomas Performing Arts takes you on a journey as Clara befriends a nutcracker who comes to life on Christmas Eve. This is our studio’s take on the acclaimed holiday show with a cast of angels, soldiers, a Snow Queen, and of course, the notorious Rat King! This is the holiday event of the season and must see for the whole family! The cast is a diverse group of local talent with students from the Franklin County area. There will be two opportunities to see The Nutcracker at
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19th Annual Mountain Holly Days
Mountain Holly Days epitomizes the time-honored tradition of families shopping together and enjoying holiday festivities & activities. Shoppers will enjoy many special offers from local businesses, find unique, quality gifts for that special someone and participate in various holiday activities. Visitors will enjoy shopping and dining with personal, friendly service and none of the hassles of big-city shopping. Gift Wrapping for Charity Dec 8th & 9th 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM @Franklin Saving Bank Holiday Open House Dec 9th 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @RFA ECW Holiday/Fair Dec 9th & 10th 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM @Church of the Good
Titcomb Mountain to hold 27th Annual Holiday Auction Dec. 8
Titcomb Mountain to hold 27th Annual Holiday Auction Dec. 8
FARMINGTON - Titcomb Mountain will be hosting their 27th Annual Holiday Auction at Uno Mas Restaurant on Thursday, Dec 8. The Holiday Auction is part of the tradition that makes Titcomb "The Friendliest Mountain Around"! It's one of the mountain's most important fundraisers to help keep memberships, ticket prices and youth program offerings at a low cost for families. There will be a variety of items ranging from sea plane tours and fishing expeditions, ski and golf tickets, paintings, pottery, photographs, gift certificates, handmade furniture and crafts, homemade holiday treats, and even old Titcomb ski trail signs! Call Uno Mas
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Teachers Lounge Mafia – Improve Comedy Show
Teachers Lounge Mafia – Improve Comedy Show
Join Teachers Lounge Mafia as they bring back their Stale Milk and Sour Cookies Improve show for the holidays! Tickets are $10 and available online or at the door. Show will be at 8:15pm at the North Church on High Street in Farmington after the downtown Night Owl event and all proceeds benefit United Way. Concessions will be available during intermission. If you've seen them before, you KNOW they're funny...if you haven't, don't miss another show! It's adult-rated and a great night of laugh!
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Children’s Christmas Drive Through
Children’s Christmas Drive Through
Children's Christmas Drive Through at the Chesterville Town Office will be on Sunday, December 11th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Santa will arrive on the firetruck and be outside to speak with the children. Children will receive some goodies, too. Come out and enjoy this free event sponsored by the North Chesterville Extension Homemakers. FMI 778-3156.
ArtsFarmington Presents: The Nutcracker
ArtsFarmington Presents: The Nutcracker
The Robinson Ballet Company revisits Farmington with "The Nutcracker". ArtsFarmington, with major sponsorship from the Franklin Savings Bank, is pleased to bring the full Nutcracker ballet back to Farmington on Sunday, December 11. This beloved Christmas classic ballet will be performed by the Robinson Ballet Co. of Bangor. It is danced to the recorded music of Tchaikovsky. It will start at 3P.M. in the Bjorn Auditorium of Mt. Blue High School at 129 Seamon Road in Farmington. Doors will open at 2:15P.M. The curtain opens to a festive scene of the Christmas Eve Party of young Clara’s family. In the
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Polar Express Holiday Night
Polar Express Holiday Night
Wear your pajamas, curl up with some hot chocolate and enjoy a holiday Storytime with Mrs. Clause! Afterward, enjoy cookie decorating and ornament making. All children will receive a gift. This is a free public family event. All are welcome!
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Winter Revels
Winter Revels
After a 3-year break the Vienna Union Hall will host “Winter Revels” on December 17th. This year’s Revels will be headlined by the return of Randy Judkins aka "Judd the Jester”. Randy has been performing to Maine audiences for many years. He is Chief Entertainment Officer of the Maine Hysterical Society whose mission is “to Preserve, promote and provoke laughter." Randy has appeared in a handful of television commercials and independent films in Maine. Randy has instructed at the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey's Clown College in Florida and has served as a character consultant for Tri-Star Pictures. The Juilliard School of
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A Christmas Celebration
A Christmas Celebration
The Western Mountains Baptist Church in New Portland, 928 Carrabasett Road (Rt.27) is hosting a "Christmas Eve Eve" service, Friday evening, December 23rd at 6:30pm. Worship leader of WMBC, Brenna Cockerham of Freeman Township will lead a 15 person choir and attendees in a hymn sing, mostly a cappella. Come enjoy a relaxed festive evening celebrating Christmas alongside family, friends and neighbors. Pastor Tom DuBois will offer a message on the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope we can confidently hold on to during present days. Refreshments will be offered. All are welcome; there is no charge. The church
A Christmas Celebration
A Christmas Celebration
The Western Mountains Baptist Church in New Portland (Rt. 27, 928 Carrabassett Road) is hosting a "Christmas Eve Eve" celebration. Brenna Cockerham of Freeman Township and worship leader at WMBC, will direct a choir and participants in a festive, mostly a Capello, hymn sing. Pastor Tom DuBois will offer a message on the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope we can confidently hold on to during present day. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome, there is no charge. Join us Friday evening, December 23rd at 6:30pm to enjoy a fun, relaxed evening with family, friends and neighbors. For
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