Christmas Eve Service is Zooming!

Christmas Eve is a time laden with traditions and special memories.  For many, the traditional candlelight Christmas Eve service at their local church has been a special way of getting to the heart of the season.  Due to the high COVID transmission rate in our area, Sugarloaf Christian Ministry will be offering their Christmas Eve Service on Zoom on Friday, December 24th at 7pm. You can find the link at www.sugarloafministry.com, or at https://www.sugarloaf.com/events-calendar Round up some candles, gather the family, bring some popcorn if you like, and come join in this time-honored tradition of candlelight, carols and the Christmas

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Martin Luther King Day service

via ZOOM

This year on Monday January 17 at 12 noon, Farmington Area Ecumenical Ministry will be celebrating the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Zoom (no in-person service). The zoom link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85967121968?pwd=akJFZlBtKzhEblo3NXFqeXdLMllPUT09 and is also available on the FAEM website Worship Experiences tab at https://faemchurches.org/worship-experiences/. Our guest speaker this year will be Alyne Cistone. Alyne moved her family to Maine over a decade ago following her graduation from University of Nairobi and Case Western Reserve School of Law. As founder and CEO of Global Tides, LLC she understands the nuances of living in multiple worlds.  Alyne works with

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Martin Luther King Day service rescheduled

Zoom

This year on Wednesday January 26 at 7 pm, Farmington Area Ecumenical Ministry will be celebrating the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Zoom (no in-person service). The zoom link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85967121968?pwd=akJFZlBtKzhEblo3NXFqeXdLMllPUT09 and is also available on the FAEM website Worship Experiences tab at https://faemchurches.org/worship-experiences/. Our guest speaker this year will be Alyne Cistone. Alyne moved her family to Maine over a decade ago following her graduation from University of Nairobi and Case Western Reserve School of Law. As founder and CEO of Global Tides, LLC she understands the nuances of living in multiple worlds.  Alyne works with

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7th Annual Fat-Tire Bike Loppet

Our bike courses take advantage of the beautiful varied terrain we have available here at the Rangeley Lakes Trails Center, from wide straight-a-ways to gradual ascent and descents, to some aggressive hill climb/descent opportunities. Views and possible wildlife sightings are included! Classes include 10 and 20 mile nordic groomed, 10 and 20 mile single track mix, and a 10 mile nordic untimed tour. Courses may change due to snow conditions! For more information call 207-864-4309, or send us an email at rlxcski@gmail.com.

World Record Snowmobile Ride for Cystic Fibrosis

Rangeley World Record Snowmobile Ride Benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at Bald Mountain Camps. FMI:  check Bald Mountain Camps Resort's Facebook page. Call 207-864-3671 for more information Bald Mountain Camps, Mooselookmeguntic Lake

15th Annual Pond Hockey Festival in Rangeley

The 14th annual tournament will once again be held in spectacular Rangeley, Maine from February 12th - 13th. This wonderful event will celebrate a time-honored New England tradition. We look forward to seeing participants and spectators alike!

Film Screening of Persepolis & Discussion

Emery Community Arts Center at the University of Maine at Farmington

Join us in a screening of the highly acclaimed film adaptation of Marjane Satrapi’s Persepolis. Discussion to follow.

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Public Pickup/Takeout Public Supper

On Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022, there will be a Public Pickup/Takeout Public Supper at the Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building, 70 Bryant Road, East Wilton, Maine from 5 to 6 p.m. The menu will be Roast Pork, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable, Applesauce, Rolls and Blueberry Cake. $9 for Adults and $5.00 for those under 12. Deliveries are available in the Farmington and Wilton area for a cost of $10.00 per meal. Reservations would be appreciated by 5 pm on Thursday, February 17th. For reservations you may call Alan Morison - 645-4366; Robert Lawrence - 778-2354 or Alvin MDonald - 645-2190.

LINCOLN SOCIAL in Farmington: with speaker PAUL LEPAGE!! 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

379 Wilton Rd (old Family Dollar), overflow parking 361 Wilton Rd (old Gray Ford) Fri March 4th : Ticket Info Below 379 Wilton Rd, Farmington, ME, United States

Franklin County Republican Committee proudly presents the LINCOLN SOCIAL with featured speaker and former 74th Governor of Maine, PAUL LEPAGE. Event is in Farmington at the old Family Dollar 379 Wilton Rd. next to Farmington D. Overflow Parking at the old Gray Ford, 361 Wilton Rd, shuttle service provided. Hors d'eorves at 6 pm, program events at 7 pm. Save the date for this fun gathering of Conservative minded fellows. Activities begin with reflections on Abraham Lincoln, and move forward to GOP Governor's race, representation for the Second Congressional District, and local races here in Maine. For Tickets and information

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27th Annual Legendary Rangeley Lakes Loppet

On the menu are the 25K Burt Kettle Classic, 25K and 50K freestyle races, and a 25K untimed touring! Our 25K loop is nice mix of wide, rolling, straight sections and classic New England Nordic trails that wind through native forestland located at the foot of the majestic Saddleback Mountain. For more information call 207-864-4309, or send us an email at rlxcski@gmail.com.

Western Maine Audubon presents: “Invasive Plants in Maine” by Hunter Manley

UMF - Roberts Learning Center - Lincoln Auditorium Farmington, ME, United States

Western Maine Audubon presents: “Invasive Plants in Maine” a talk by Hunter Manley on March 9th at UMF Western Maine Audubon invites the public to join us on Wednesday, March 9th at 7:00 PM for a live presentation by Hunter Manley entitled “Invasive Plants in Maine.” The talk will be held in the Lincoln Auditorium, Roberts Learning Center, at UMF. Hunter will discuss the impact of invasive plants on Maine wildlife and forestry. The growing prevalence of any of these species threatens the health of their host ecosystems, so identifying them early and planning for treatment is essential for maintaining

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9th Annual Moose Dash Snowshoe Race

The course winds through woodlands north of Saddleback Mountain and includes single track and nordic groomed trails. Views and possible wildlife sightings are included!  Classes include 5K junior,  5K adult, 1K Kids Fun Run, and a 5K untimed tour. For more information call 207-864-4309, or send us an email at rlxcski@gmail.com. Races start at 10:30AM - registration accepted up to 1 hour before the race.