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Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddle at Saddleback Lake
Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddle at Saddleback Lake
Take a guided kayak trip with NICK LEADLEY to observe loons of the Rangeley Lakes Region. Nick is a specialized bird photographer and loon enthusiast. Guests must arrive 20 minutes prior to their scheduled activity time. Open to ages 9+. Max of 6 per trip. Meet at the base lodge at the Guest Services Desk 20 minutes before start time. Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Cost: $65. Includes all kayak equipment, transportation, and guide. Location: Saddleback Lake Click on this link to register: HTTPS://BIT.LY/LOONPADDLES
Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddle
Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddle
Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddles on Saddleback Lake Sunday mornings 8:30-10:30 a.m. Take a guided kayak trip with NICK LEADLEY to observe loons of the Rangeley Lakes Region. Nick is a specialized bird photographer and loon enthusiast. He has been photographing common loons and native wildlife for 20 years plus. He prides himself in sharing the splendors of the Rangeley Region, including its native inhabitants and fauna. Guests must arrive 20 minutes prior to their scheduled activity time. Open to ages 9+. Max of 6 per trip. Meet at the base lodge at the Guest Services Desk 20 minutes before start time. For
Sunday Funday Geocaching for Kids
Sunday Funday Geocaching for Kids
Sunday Geocaching Sundays from 10 AM - 12 PM Enjoy a Sunday Funday outdoors for the kids! Geocaching has finally made it to Saddleback Mountain. Geocaching uses GPS and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called "geocaches" or "caches" at specific, marked locations. Come drop the kids off for an exciting treasure hunt! Geocaching is a great activity to get outside, explore the Maine woods, and find some cool souvenirs to bring home. There are quite a few boxes hidden all around the mountain, see if you can find them! Child drop-off location will be the deck at
Sunday Geocaching at Saddleback Mountain
Sunday Geocaching at Saddleback Mountain
Enjoy a Sunday Funday outdoors for the kids! Geocaching has finally made it to Saddleback Mountain. Geocaching uses GPS and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called "geocaches" or "caches" at specific, marked locations. Come drop the kids off for an exciting treasure hunt! Geocaching is a great activity to get outside, explore the Maine woods, and find some cool souvenirs to bring home. There are quite a few boxes hidden all around the mountain, see if you can find them! Child drop-off location will be the deck at the base area. Cost: $10 per child. Heads up, parents! We recommend
Hatha Yoga at Saddleback Mountain
Hatha Yoga at Saddleback Mountain
Meaning “Sun-Moon”, Hatha Yoga aims to bring together opposites in your life and create balance. Breathwork and postures work to align your body and allow energy to flow freely. This class is offered on Sunday mornings at the Saddleback Lodge. If the weather permits, some classes will be held on the deck. Kristina has been practicing yoga since 2007 and completed yoga teacher training through Boston Yoga School in 2016. By guiding students through their asana practice in a fun and thoughtful way, Kristina hopes to share her love of yoga and help students leave feeling relaxed in both
ArtsFarmington Presents: Buttonwood Trio Press Release – August 7
ArtsFarmington Presents: Buttonwood Trio Press Release – August 7
ArtsFarmington is pleased to present a Benefit Concert by the newly formed Buttonwood Trio playing works by Fauré and Babajanian. Admission is by donation, with all proceeds going to Ukrainian humanitarian relief. The concert will be August 7 at 3:00 pm in the Emery Community Arts Center at the University of Maine at Farmington. This will be the debut concert for the Buttonwood Trio. It consists of three old friends and former Maine college music professors who joined together in retirement to launch this new ensemble. The players are violinist Mary Hunter, who served as music department chair at Bowdoin
Stories from the Metroplex
Stories from the Metroplex
Anyone in Mt. Vernon, Vienna, Fayette area (and beyond) is invited to share brief stories, musings, or even odd, sweet, or funny bits of writing they've come across. Ideas for what you might share: stories from childhood, how you came to be here, something you wrote for school and have kept over the years, passages from personal correspondence, hopes for future adventures. We ask that stories are family-friendly and are no longer than five minutes long. Please join us at the Mt. Vernon Community Center on Sunday, August 7 at 3pm. Sponsored by the Dr. Shaw Memorial Library.
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trips Sunday evenings 5-7 PM Sitting just a few miles from the base of Saddleback Mountain is Saddleback Lake. Come take a quiet paddle on the lake that provides endless views of the mountain, and great opportunities to see some wildlife up close. Meet at the Guest Service Desk 15 minutes before your adventure is scheduled to begin. For more information please contact the Saddleback Outdoor Programs team at ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM. Click this link to sign up on line: HTTPS://SADDLEBACK-MAINE.CHECKFRONT.COM/RESERVE/ Cost is $45.00.
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Morning Flow Yoga
Morning Flow Yoga
Morning Flow Yoga With Carrol & Robert Saturday mornings from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Base Lodge at Saddleback Mountain Settle into a peaceful state and gentle flow with this beginner-level yoga class at Saddleback. Morning Flow Class is designed with appropriate asanas (postures) to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. This one-hour class will help prepare you to joyfully tackle pursuits of the day. Robert and Carol Patenaude co-teach the Saturday Morning Flow series. They completed their 500-hour yoga teacher training together. They are also Reiki Masters and own and operate a generational family dental practice. Robert has a BA in
Yard Sale/Craft Sale/Bake Sale
Yard Sale/Craft Sale/Bake Sale
Saturday, August 13, Industry Town Hall, 9 am - 1 pm. Sponsored by the Industry Community Kitchen to benefit ECU Heat. Space rental is $10 and includes a table inside or weather permitting you can have a space outside with your own table and canopy. Call Vicci at 778-6722 for more info/rental reservation.
Car And Tractor Show
Car And Tractor Show
Live Music Raffle Great Food Trophies Donations to Benefit Doing Good In The Hood Fund
American Legion Post 28 – Car Wash Fundraiser
American Legion Post 28 – Car Wash Fundraiser
Roderick-Crosby American Legion Post 28 car wash fundraiser in support of veteran service programs. Car wash will be held at Wiles Monument garage on 140 Farmington Falls Rd, Saturday August 13th from 9 am to 2 pm. Rain date will be Sunday, August 14th. Donations are accepted for car washes.
4th Annual Car & Tractor Show
4th Annual Car & Tractor Show
Live Music - Great Food - Raffle - Trophies FREE ADMISSION, DONATIONS ACCEPTED! Proceeds Benefit “Doing Good in the Hood” Fund for Heat & Food Assistance
FREE Kids’ Nature Walk
FREE Kids’ Nature Walk
Free Kids' Nature Walk Saturdays 2-4 p.m. Join us on our Kids Nature Walk through the South Branch section of Saddleback Mountain in Rangeley, Maine. Kids can begin to explore the Maine woods and learn about the amazing ecosystem we have here. This fun activity includes learning about the different plants, bugs, moss, fungi and so much more while fully immersed, at no cost! This activity is free, but we ask you to sign up ahead of time so we can anticipate group size. Click this link to sign up: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3WZ1IPD Questions? Contact Saddleback Outdoor Programs at (207)-864-5671 or email ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM.
Saddleback Lake Sunset Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips
Saddleback Lake Sunset Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips
Saddleback Lake Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips Saturday Evenings 5-7 p.m. Join the Saddleback Outdoor Programs team for sunset SUP on Saddleback Lake on Saturday evenings this summer. Come take a paddle on the lake that provides endless views of the mountain, and great opportunities to see some wildlife up close! Cost: $45 To sign up, click the link this link: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3LRVL9M or email ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM.
Mountain Music Series: GoldenOak at Saddleback
Mountain Music Series: GoldenOak at Saddleback
Mountain Music Series: GoldenOak Returns to Saddleback Saturday, August 13, 2022 | 5-7 p.m. Doors open at 4 PM and the music will begin at 5 PM and run until 7 PM. Please feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on. The show will go on, rain or shine! But please don't bring coolers, outside food or beverage, cooking devices, weapons, fireworks, illegal drugs, or your furry friends. The Fat Tire Mountain Bar at Saddleback will be open to purchase beverages and food To sign up online, click this link: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3ZQF7UW About GoldenOak GoldenOak’s music is rooted in
Golden Oak Concert at Saddleback Mountain
Golden Oak Concert at Saddleback Mountain
Doors open at 4 PM and the music will begin at 5 PM and run until 7 PM. Please feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on. The show will go on, rain or shine! But please don't bring coolers, outside food or beverage, cooking devices, weapons, fireworks, illegal drugs, or your furry friends. The Fat Tire Mountain Bar at Saddleback will be open to purchase beverages and food To buy tickets, click on this link: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3ZQF7UW About GoldenOak GoldenOak’s music is rooted in the natural landscape- their songs move like a stream, meandering and weaving in an original
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Belle Creative Arts Center Hosting Pottery-Making Event to Benefit Local Food Charity
Belle Creative Arts Center Hosting Pottery-Making Event to Benefit Local Food Charity
Vera Johnson invites you to a series of events to make bowls to hold warm soup in the coming winter. These workshops will be held at the Belle Creative Arts Center where she will teach you how to make pinch pots, one of the oldest and simplest forms of ceramics. The pottery you make will be donated and sold at the Fall Harvest Soup fundraising event at Salt & Pepper and Sugar Too in Wilton in late October. This community effort is part of Empty Bowls, a grassroots movement by local artists and craftspeople in cities and towns around
Western Maine Foothills Band Concert in the park series
Western Maine Foothills Band Concert in the park series
The Western Maine Foothills Band will be performing in Farmington's Meeting House Park every Monday starting June 6, 2022 and ending Aug. 29, 2022 from 7 PM until 8:30 PM. We are a traditional band that plays marches, waltz's, big band, and several other choice music. We welcome anyone to join us at any time through out the summer. You can find us on Facebook.
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Mt. Blue Area Garden Club – Local Garden Tour
Mt. Blue Area Garden Club – Local Garden Tour
Enchanted walking paths, vegetable rows, overflowing herbs gardens, and raised beds abound in this beautiful private oasis. There are easily 100 different perennials thriving in conditions ranging from full sun to shade. Some grow near vernal pools while others flourish under the great variety of mature trees here. Join us for the last of our local summer garden tours at Beth Myers’ property, where she will also have information about the Square Foot Garden she recently added. All are invited – members and nonmembers alike. Light refreshments will be available. Don’t forget your folding chair. And if you would like
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Buck Curran Concert at Saddleback
Buck Curran Concert at Saddleback
Buck Curran is an American guitarist, singer, composer, and producer Buck Curran (of the Psych Folk duo Arborea). Since 2005, Buck has recorded and performed around the world as one half of the alt-folk duo Arborea, who has released five albums, and produced two various-artist compilations (Leaves of Life: a benefit for the World Food Program and We Are All One, In the Sun: a tribute to Robbie Basho. Doors open at 4 PM and the music will begin at 5 PM and run until 7 PM. The show will go on, rain or shine! Please feel free to bring
FREE Friday Fire and Marshmallow Roast
FREE Friday Fire and Marshmallow Roast
Friday Fire & Marshmallow Roast at the Base Area Fridays outside of the Fat Tire Mountain Bar behind the Saddleback Mountain Lodge from 5-8 p.m. Time 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Admission FREE Contact Email ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM On-line sign up: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3GBNQAR
Mountain Music Series: Buck Curran Concert-Solo Artist
Mountain Music Series: Buck Curran Concert-Solo Artist
Mountain Music Series: Buck Curran Concert - Solo Artist Friday, August 19, 2022 | 5-7 p.m. Buck Curran is an American guitarist, singer, composer, and producer Buck Curran (of the Psych Folk duo Arborea). Listen to his music HERE. Doors open at 4 PM and the music will begin at 5 PM and run until 7 PM. The show will go on, rain or shine! Please feel free to bring a blanket or a lawn chair to sit on. But please don't bring coolers, outside food or beverage, cooking devices, weapons, fireworks, illegal drugs, or your furry friends. The Fat
Ernie & Jason Couch Revival Concert at Trinity United Methodist Church
Ernie & Jason Couch Revival Concert at Trinity United Methodist Church
Ernie and Jason Couch will be preforming a wonderful mix of gospel music of their own creation in a fun, honest and heartfelt manner. August 19th, 2022 at 7:00 pm they will present a concert for free at Trinity United Methodist Church in Farmington, Maine. Their blend of traditional overtones with new and innovative sounds lead listeners to refer to the group's style as "Americana Gospel". Their intention is to present a classy program worthy of the subject matter they sing about. Please come and enjoy the fun with friends and family of all ages! A free will collection will
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Morning Flow Yoga
Morning Flow Yoga
Morning Flow Yoga With Carrol & Robert Saturday mornings from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Base Lodge at Saddleback Mountain Settle into a peaceful state and gentle flow with this beginner-level yoga class at Saddleback. Morning Flow Class is designed with appropriate asanas (postures) to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. This one-hour class will help prepare you to joyfully tackle pursuits of the day. Robert and Carol Patenaude co-teach the Saturday Morning Flow series. They completed their 500-hour yoga teacher training together. They are also Reiki Masters and own and operate a generational family dental practice. Robert has a BA in
Chesterville Family Fun Day
Chesterville Family Fun Day
Chesterville Family Fun Day, a free event, will be held on Saturday August 20th with a parade starting at 9AM (setup at 830) on the Valley Rd(setup on the Zions Hill side) in Chesterville and ending at the Town Office. Event will be held Sunday, August 21st in the event of rain. Autumn Addicts will be performing LIVE MUSIC! There will be burgers, hotdogs, and chicken for sale. Snow cones and Popcorn will be by donation. There will be a bounce house for kids, face painting, tug of war, a skillet and hammer toss followed by a horseshoe tournament. Fire
Chesterville Family Fun Day
Chesterville Family Fun Day
Chesterville Family Fun Day, a free event, will be held on Saturday August 20th with a parade starting at 9AM (setup at 830) on the Valley Rd(setup on the Zions Hill side) in Chesterville and ending at the Town Office. Event will be held Sunday, August 21st in the event of rain. Autumn Addicts will be performing LIVE MUSIC! There will be burgers, hotdogs, and chicken for sale. Snow cones and Popcorn will be by donation. There will be a bounce house for kids, face painting, tug of war, a skillet and hammer toss followed by a horseshoe tournament. Fire
Chicken BBQ at Chesterville Family Fun Day
Chicken BBQ at Chesterville Family Fun Day
Chicken BBQ on August 20th, will be cooked by Bob Gramlich at the Chesterville Town Office. The menu is 1/2 chicken, pickles, chips, roll and butter, and dessert for $12.00. Add a beverage for a total of $13.00. Serving of the chicken begins at 11:00 a.m. This delicious event is sponsored by the North Chesterville Extension Homemakers. FMI 778-3156.
FREE Kids’ Nature Walk
FREE Kids’ Nature Walk
Free Kids' Nature Walk Saturdays 2-4 p.m. Join us on our Kids Nature Walk through the South Branch section of Saddleback Mountain in Rangeley, Maine. Kids can begin to explore the Maine woods and learn about the amazing ecosystem we have here. This fun activity includes learning about the different plants, bugs, moss, fungi and so much more while fully immersed, at no cost! This activity is free, but we ask you to sign up ahead of time so we can anticipate group size. Click this link to sign up: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3WZ1IPD Questions? Contact Saddleback Outdoor Programs at (207)-864-5671 or email ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM.
Saddleback Lake Sunset Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips
Saddleback Lake Sunset Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips
Saddleback Lake Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips Saturday Evenings 5-7 p.m. Join the Saddleback Outdoor Programs team for sunset SUP on Saddleback Lake on Saturday evenings this summer. Come take a paddle on the lake that provides endless views of the mountain, and great opportunities to see some wildlife up close! Cost: $45 To sign up, click the link this link: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3LRVL9M or email ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM.
Public Take Out Supper – Harnden Masonic Hall
Public Take Out Supper – Harnden Masonic Hall
On Saturday, AUGUST 20, 2022, there will be a Public Pickup /Takeout Supper at the Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building, 70 Bryant Road, East Wilton, Maine , from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. The menu will be Home Cooked Pulled Pork, with Burger Bun, Cole Slaw, Individual Bag of Potato Chips, and Homemade Brownie for dessert. The price will be $9.00 for adults and $5.00 for those under 12. Home deliveries are available in the Wilton and Farmington area for $10.00 per meal. Reservations by Thursday, August 18 by 5:00 pm would be most appreciated. Reservations may be made by calling
Public Take Out Supper – Harnden Masonic Hall
Public Take Out Supper – Harnden Masonic Hall
On Saturday, AUGUST 20, 2022, there will be a Public Pickup /Takeout Supper at the Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building, 70 Bryant Road, East Wilton, Maine , from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. The menu will be Home Cooked Pulled Pork, with Burger Bun, Cole Slaw, Individual Bag of Potato Chips, and Homemade Brownie for dessert. The price will be $9.00 for adults and $5.00 for those under 12. Home deliveries are available in the Wilton and Farmington area for $10.00 per meal. Reservations by Thursday, August 18 by 5:00 pm would be most appreciated. Reservations may be made by calling
ARCHIE comes to Vienna
ARCHIE comes to Vienna
Dave Archibald, better known as ARCHIE, is a mainstay on the local central Maine music scene. With a vast song list, he interprets and makes songs his own. This is an opportunity to see ARCHIE in a concert setting you don’t want to miss.
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Belle Creative Arts Center Hosting Pottery-Making Event to Benefit Local Food Charity
Belle Creative Arts Center Hosting Pottery-Making Event to Benefit Local Food Charity
Vera Johnson invites you to a series of events to make bowls to hold warm soup in the coming winter. These workshops will be held at the Belle Creative Arts Center where she will teach you how to make pinch pots, one of the oldest and simplest forms of ceramics. The pottery you make will be donated and sold at the Fall Harvest Soup fundraising event at Salt & Pepper and Sugar Too in Wilton in late October. This community effort is part of Empty Bowls, a grassroots movement by local artists and craftspeople in cities and towns around
Western Maine Foothills Band Concert in the park series
Western Maine Foothills Band Concert in the park series
The Western Maine Foothills Band will be performing in Farmington's Meeting House Park every Monday starting June 6, 2022 and ending Aug. 29, 2022 from 7 PM until 8:30 PM. We are a traditional band that plays marches, waltz's, big band, and several other choice music. We welcome anyone to join us at any time through out the summer. You can find us on Facebook.
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4 Directions INTERTRIBAL Pow Wow
PUBLIC WELCOMED to come enjoy and celebrate our culture and Heritage with us. Drums, Flutes, Dancers, craft vendors, food trucks, FREE Saturday night concert (Bring Your chairs) 7pm. Candy dance for kids. Plus so much more. This is also a charity event portions of proceeds to help the local food pantries and Farmington Animal shelters. This is a 2 day event. 27th 28th of August Gates open 10am, Grand Entry 12 noon. Come for one day. Come for Both. :-)
4 Directions INTERTRIBAL Pow Wow
PUBLIC WELCOMED to come enjoy and celebrate our culture and Heritage with us. Drums, Flutes, Dancers, craft vendors, food trucks, FREE Saturday night concert (Bring Your chairs) 7pm. Candy dance for kids. Plus so much more. This is also a charity event portions of proceeds to help the local food pantries and Farmington Animal shelters. This is a 2 day event. 27th 28th of August Gates open 10am, Grand Entry 12 noon. Come for one day. Come for Both. :-)
3 Day Fly Fishing Experience
3 Day Fly Fishing Experience
Enjoy a 3-day fly fishing experience led by our own Dr. Bill Richards, a Master Registered Maine Guide! Day 1: Introduction to the “Art of Fly Fishing” - A little history of the Rangeley Region. An overview of fly fishing equipment and its application. Demonstration of the “overhead cast” and proper body position, fly rod grip, and mechanics and begin to practice your skills with Coach Bill. Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Day 2: Student Practice Sessions - Coach will offer feedback and constructive tips to help improve and perfect your cast. Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Day 3: Guided
3 Day Fly Fishing Experience Saddleback Mountain
3 Day Fly Fishing Experience Saddleback Mountain
Enjoy a 3-day fly fishing experience led by our own Dr. Bill Richards, a Master Registered Maine Guide! Day 1: Introduction to the “Art of Fly Fishing” - A little history of the Rangeley Region. An overview of fly fishing equipment and its application. Demonstration of the “overhead cast” and proper body position, fly rod grip, and mechanics and begin to practice your skills with Coach Bill. Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Day 2: Student Practice Sessions - Coach will offer feedback and constructive tips to help improve and perfect your cast. Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Day 3: Guided
3 Day Fly Fishing Experience at the end of August
3 Day Fly Fishing Experience at the end of August
3 Day Fly Fishing Experience August 24-26, 2022 Enjoy a 3-day fly fishing experience led by our own Dr. Bill Richards, a Master Registered Maine Guide! Day 1: Introduction to the “Art of Fly Fishing” - A little history of the Rangeley Region. An overview of fly fishing equipment and its application. Demonstration of the “overhead cast” and proper body position, fly rod grip, and mechanics and begin to practice your skills with Coach Bill. Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Day 2: Student Practice Sessions - Coach will offer feedback and constructive tips to help improve and perfect your cast. Time:
Walk-In COVID Vaccine Clinic 18+
Walk-In COVID Vaccine Clinic 18+
Walk in Covid-19 vaccine clinic at Maine Wood Concepts, New Vineyard. This is for anyone over the age of 18. Offering all doses, 1st dose, 2nd dose booster, and 2nd booster 50+. Individuals attending should bring their COVID-19 vaccination card with them.
Walk-In COVID Vaccine Clinic 18+
Walk-In COVID Vaccine Clinic 18+
Walk in Covid-19 vaccine clinic at Maine Wood Concepts, New Vineyard. This is for anyone over the age of 18. Offering all doses, 1st dose, 2nd dose booster, and 2nd booster 50+. Individuals attending should bring their COVID-19 vaccination card with them.
FREE Friday Fire and Marshmallow Roast
FREE Friday Fire and Marshmallow Roast
Friday Fire & Marshmallow Roast at the Base Area Fridays outside of the Fat Tire Mountain Bar behind the Saddleback Mountain Lodge from 5-8 p.m. Time 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Admission FREE Contact Email ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM On-line sign up: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3GBNQAR
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Annual Vienna Historical Society Antique and Flea Market
Annual Vienna Historical Society Antique and Flea Market
The annual Vienna Historical Society Antique and Flea Market will be held on Saturday August 27, 2022 from 8am-1pm on the grounds of the Vienna Historical Society on Route 41 in Downtown Vienna. Baked goods/lunch will be offered by Mill Stream Grange members.
Morning Flow Yoga
Morning Flow Yoga
Morning Flow Yoga With Carrol & Robert Saturday mornings from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Base Lodge at Saddleback Mountain Settle into a peaceful state and gentle flow with this beginner-level yoga class at Saddleback. Morning Flow Class is designed with appropriate asanas (postures) to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. This one-hour class will help prepare you to joyfully tackle pursuits of the day. Robert and Carol Patenaude co-teach the Saturday Morning Flow series. They completed their 500-hour yoga teacher training together. They are also Reiki Masters and own and operate a generational family dental practice. Robert has a BA in
4th Annual Papermaker’s Heritage Celebration
4th Annual Papermaker’s Heritage Celebration
Come join Maine's Paper & Heritage Museum Saturday, August 27 as we celebrate all those who have worked in the Forest Products industry through the years contributing to the heritage of the river valley! Free tours of the museum all day with lunch from 11:30 to 1pm. Paper making demonstrations and make your own sheet of paper all day. HUGE yard sale from 9 to 2. Come celebrate and help us raise money to match a $25,000 Historic Preservation Grant received in August 2022.
FREE Kids’ Nature Walk
FREE Kids’ Nature Walk
Free Kids' Nature Walk Saturdays 2-4 p.m. Join us on our Kids Nature Walk through the South Branch section of Saddleback Mountain in Rangeley, Maine. Kids can begin to explore the Maine woods and learn about the amazing ecosystem we have here. This fun activity includes learning about the different plants, bugs, moss, fungi and so much more while fully immersed, at no cost! This activity is free, but we ask you to sign up ahead of time so we can anticipate group size. Click this link to sign up: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3WZ1IPD Questions? Contact Saddleback Outdoor Programs at (207)-864-5671 or email ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM.
Mountain Music Series: Alec MacGillivary & Band
Mountain Music Series: Alec MacGillivary & Band
Mountain Music Series: Alec MacGillivary & Band Saturday, August 27, 2022 | 5-7 p.m. Bringing together Nashville style and Boston swagger, singer-songwriter Alec MacGillivray brings a party atmosphere with him, wherever he goes. With his dynamic live performances making him a "must-see" emerging artist, Alec has entertained audiences in theaters, clubs, and festivals across America and supported major touring acts such as Sam Hunt, Keith Urban, Kane Brown, Thomas Rhett, Old Dominion, and Cole Swindell. Listen on SPOTIFY and HTTP://WWW.ALECMACMUSIC.COM/. To sign up online, click on this link: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3N06CCL Doors open at 4 PM and the music will begin at 5 PM
Saddleback Lake Sunset Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips
Saddleback Lake Sunset Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips
Saddleback Lake Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Trips Saturday Evenings 5-7 p.m. Join the Saddleback Outdoor Programs team for sunset SUP on Saddleback Lake on Saturday evenings this summer. Come take a paddle on the lake that provides endless views of the mountain, and great opportunities to see some wildlife up close! Cost: $45 To sign up, click the link this link: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3LRVL9M or email ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM.
Alex MacGillivary and Band at Saddleback
Alex MacGillivary and Band at Saddleback
Bringing together Nashville style and Boston swagger, singer-songwriter Alec MacGillivray brings a party atmosphere with him, wherever he goes. With his dynamic live performances making him a "must-see" emerging artist, Alec has entertained audiences in theaters, clubs, and festivals across America and supported major touring acts such as Sam Hunt, Keith Urban, Kane Brown, Thomas Rhett, Old Dominion, and Cole Swindell. Doors open at 4 PM and the music will begin at 5 PM and run until 7 PM. The show will go on rain or shine! Please feel free to bring a blanket or a lawn chair to sit
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Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddle
Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddle
Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddles on Saddleback Lake Sunday mornings 8:30-10:30 a.m. Take a guided kayak trip with NICK LEADLEY to observe loons of the Rangeley Lakes Region. Nick is a specialized bird photographer and loon enthusiast. He has been photographing common loons and native wildlife for 20 years plus. He prides himself in sharing the splendors of the Rangeley Region, including its native inhabitants and fauna. Guests must arrive 20 minutes prior to their scheduled activity time. Open to ages 9+. Max of 6 per trip. Meet at the base lodge at the Guest Services Desk 20 minutes before start time. For
Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddle at Saddleback Lake
Sunday Morning Common Loon Paddle at Saddleback Lake
Take a guided kayak trip with NICK LEADLEY to observe loons of the Rangeley Lakes Region. Nick is a specialized bird photographer and loon enthusiast. Guests must arrive 20 minutes prior to their scheduled activity time. Open to ages 9+. Max of 6 per trip. Meet at the base lodge at the Guest Services Desk 20 minutes before start time. Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Cost: $65. Includes all kayak equipment, transportation, and guide. Location: Saddleback Lake Click on this link to register: HTTPS://BIT.LY/LOONPADDLES
Hatha Yoga at Saddleback Mountain
Hatha Yoga at Saddleback Mountain
Meaning “Sun-Moon”, Hatha Yoga aims to bring together opposites in your life and create balance. Breathwork and postures work to align your body and allow energy to flow freely. This class is offered on Sunday mornings at the Saddleback Lodge. If the weather permits, some classes will be held on the deck. Kristina has been practicing yoga since 2007 and completed yoga teacher training through Boston Yoga School in 2016. By guiding students through their asana practice in a fun and thoughtful way, Kristina hopes to share her love of yoga and help students leave feeling relaxed in both
Sunday Funday Geocaching for Kids
Sunday Funday Geocaching for Kids
Sunday Geocaching Sundays from 10 AM - 12 PM Enjoy a Sunday Funday outdoors for the kids! Geocaching has finally made it to Saddleback Mountain. Geocaching uses GPS and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called "geocaches" or "caches" at specific, marked locations. Come drop the kids off for an exciting treasure hunt! Geocaching is a great activity to get outside, explore the Maine woods, and find some cool souvenirs to bring home. There are quite a few boxes hidden all around the mountain, see if you can find them! Child drop-off location will be the deck at
Sunday Geocaching at Saddleback Mountain
Sunday Geocaching at Saddleback Mountain
Enjoy a Sunday Funday outdoors for the kids! Geocaching has finally made it to Saddleback Mountain. Geocaching uses GPS and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called "geocaches" or "caches" at specific, marked locations. Come drop the kids off for an exciting treasure hunt! Geocaching is a great activity to get outside, explore the Maine woods, and find some cool souvenirs to bring home. There are quite a few boxes hidden all around the mountain, see if you can find them! Child drop-off location will be the deck at the base area. Cost: $10 per child. Heads up, parents! We recommend
Old Home Sunday – Reeds Mill Church
Old Home Sunday – Reeds Mill Church
Annual Old Home Sunday at Reeds Mill Church in Madrid, August 28. Potluck picnic at noon, worship service at 1:00. Rev. Laura Church leading worship. Celebrating 130 years of "The Church in the Wildwood"!
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trips Sunday evenings 5-7 PM Sitting just a few miles from the base of Saddleback Mountain is Saddleback Lake. Come take a quiet paddle on the lake that provides endless views of the mountain, and great opportunities to see some wildlife up close. Meet at the Guest Service Desk 15 minutes before your adventure is scheduled to begin. For more information please contact the Saddleback Outdoor Programs team at ADVENTURES@SADDLEBACKMAINE.COM. Click this link to sign up on line: HTTPS://SADDLEBACK-MAINE.CHECKFRONT.COM/RESERVE/ Cost is $45.00.
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Belle Creative Arts Center Hosting Pottery-Making Event to Benefit Local Food Charity
Belle Creative Arts Center Hosting Pottery-Making Event to Benefit Local Food Charity
Vera Johnson invites you to a series of events to make bowls to hold warm soup in the coming winter. These workshops will be held at the Belle Creative Arts Center where she will teach you how to make pinch pots, one of the oldest and simplest forms of ceramics. The pottery you make will be donated and sold at the Fall Harvest Soup fundraising event at Salt & Pepper and Sugar Too in Wilton in late October. This community effort is part of Empty Bowls, a grassroots movement by local artists and craftspeople in cities and towns around
Western Maine Foothills Band Concert in the park series
Western Maine Foothills Band Concert in the park series
The Western Maine Foothills Band will be performing in Farmington's Meeting House Park every Monday starting June 6, 2022 and ending Aug. 29, 2022 from 7 PM until 8:30 PM. We are a traditional band that plays marches, waltz's, big band, and several other choice music. We welcome anyone to join us at any time through out the summer. You can find us on Facebook.
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Autumn Ball
Autumn Ball
Free VIP Red Carpet Event. Semi-formal dance designed for individuals with special needs their friends and family. Age 14+ Enjoy a night of dancing, refeshments, a free professional photograph and fun! West Farmington Elks Lodge 120 School Street
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Afternoon Common Loon Paddle
Afternoon Common Loon Paddle
Afternoon Common Loon Paddles on Saddleback Lake Wednesday afternoons into early evenings 3:30-5:30 PM Take a guided kayak trip with NICK LEADLEY to observe loons of the Rangeley Lakes Region. Nick is a specialized bird photographer and loon enthusiast. He has been photographing common loons and native wildlife for 20 years plus. He prides himself in sharing the splendors of the Rangeley Region, including its native inhabitants and fauna. Guests must arrive 20 minutes prior to their scheduled activity time. Open to ages 9+. Max of 6 per trip. Meet at the base lodge at the Guest Services Desk 20 minutes before start
Improv Theater in Mt. Vernon
Improv Theater in Mt. Vernon
The Marti Stevens Interactive Improvisational Theater group will perform scenarios about challenges older Mainers encounter as they live & age in their communities. Scenes will be followed by a chance for the audience to ask questions of the players "in character" and to suggest possible solutions to the challenges presented. The Marti Stevens group's shows on this topic are funded by Spectrum Generations, through an AARP grant. Join us for this free event on Saturday, Sept. 17 at 4pm, at the Mt. Vernon Community Center. Sponsored by the Dr. Shaw Memorial Library.
Hymn Sing
Hymn Sing
After a 2 year Covid hiatus, the annual Hymn Sing at Reeds Mill Church (begun in 1978) will resume Sunday, September 11 at 7:00 PM. Held at night to appreciate the beauty of the original kerosene lamps, flashlights are recommended. Led by Ginni Robie, enjoy singing along or just listening to the old hymns played by Robert Ludwig on the pump organ.
Hymn Sing
Hymn Sing
After a 2 year Covid hiatus, the traditional September Hymn Sing, begun in 1978, will return to Reeds Mill Church in Madrid. This evening hymn sing allows you to enjoy the church in the evening with the original kerosene lamps lit. Come join in the singing or simply listen to the old hymns. Ginni Robie will lead the singing while Robert Ludwig plays the organ. All are welcome!
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