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Farmington Historical Society
Farmington Historical Society
Please join the Farmington Historical Society Monday September 28th at the North Church for our monthly potluck and program. This month we are pleased to have John (Jack) Anderson present the Early History of Ford Motor Company and Connection to Farmington. We hope that you will join us at 6pm for potluck and lively conversation, followed by our program at 7pm. All are welcome to come and enjoy this free, local event.
Western Maine Foothills Band Summer Concert Series
Western Maine Foothills Band Summer Concert Series
Join the Western Maine Foothills Band as we return to Meetinghouse park in Farmington for our summer concert series. Come to play or come to listen every Monday night through the summer 7:00PM - 8:30PM Anyone is welcome anytime during the season to play 1 or all concerts. We play selections from Big band, marches, and other eras. We are always looking for any or all woodwind, brass, or percussion players. For more information like us on facebook: westernmainefoothillsband email us at wmfoothillsband@gmail.com or call Lois King at 1 207-500-2143
Western Maine Foothills Band Summer Concert Series
Western Maine Foothills Band Summer Concert Series
Western Maine Foothills Band The Western Maine Foothills Band will be playing at the Gazebo in Meeting House Park in Farmington from 7:00pm to 8:30pm every Monday starting 6/5 and ending 8/28. Anyone is welcome to join us for one, some or all of our concerts. Or sit out in the park or in your car and listen as we play selections from Big band, marches, and other eras. We are always looking for any or all woodwind, brass, or percussion players. The only requirement is your love for music. Please be sure to like us on facebook: westernmainefoothillsband for
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Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club meets every Thursday at the Farmington Community Center from 9:30 to 12:30. The club is open to players of all ages and skill levels. For more information, visit https://farmingtonchess.org/
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Jay VFW Friday Night Takeout Menu for September
September 1st Cowboy beans, hot dogs, slaw, graham cracker cake September 8th Salsa chicken, Spanish rice, refried beans, banana pudding September 15 No meal this week, we will be preparing for our POW-MIA ceremony on Saturday at Memorial bridge, please join us at 10:30am September 22nd Sweet and sour pork over rice, lemon lime cake September 29th Meatball subs, pasta salad chocolate pudding. Dance this evening also. Dining in optional. Dinner and dance $20. Must call ahead! All meals served at 5 p.m. $12
MOFF Selects Tour: Rangeley Lakeside Theater
MOFF Selects Tour: Rangeley Lakeside Theater
Join the Maine Outdoor Film Festival for our 9th annual screening with the Rangeley Trail Town Festival to celebrate the Appalachian Trail. Date: Friday, September 1, 2023 Time: Doors at 6:30 PM; Films at 7:00PM Admission: $7 for adults, $4 for AT hikers. and children under 12. Tickets: Available at the door. Location: Rangeley Lakeside Theater – 2493 Main St Rangeley, ME 04970 Presented in partnership with: Rangeley Trail Town Festival Scheduled Program: FASCINATING MAINE FUNGI – 13.4 minutes – by – from Maine – Short synopsis: North Spore founder Eliah Thanhauser teams up with TikTok influencer, mushroom ASMR enthusiast,
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Labor Day Yard Sale
Labor Day Yard Sale
The Farmington Historical Society will host the Annual Labor Day Yard Sale on Saturday September 2nd on the lawn at the Octagon House. The fun will start at 8am sharp-no early birds. We will run until noon or so. This year we will also have a Treasure Tent, which will have special items not usually found at a yard sale. Bring your wallet, and perhaps a bag to carry home your finds. Items for donation to the sale can be dropped off at the Octagon by calling 207-441-5284 or 207-500-1275, to make arrangements for someone to meet you, or on
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Kingfield Seniors Monthly Meeting
Kingfield Seniors Monthly Meeting
Are you a senior that enjoys having potluck lunches, playing games and meeting new and old friends? We at the Kingfield Seniors group meet the first Monday of the month at 12 p.m. at the Western Mountains Baptist Church in New Portland. All Seniors are welcome (you don't need to live in Kingfield) and we look forward to meeting you!
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Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club meets every Thursday at the Farmington Community Center from 9:30 to 12:30. The club is open to players of all ages and skill levels. For more information, visit https://farmingtonchess.org/
Industry Seniors Social
Industry Seniors Social
Town of Industry - Senior Social. Third Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Industry Town Office. No meetings from December to April, to resume in May. Contact Kathy at 207-860-8102 or Lisa at 207-778-6926 or 207-314-9821.
Scotland’s Heron Valley In Concert
Scotland’s Heron Valley In Concert
Old South Church Concert Series is extremely excited to bring Scotland’s high energy band Heron Valley to Farmington on Thursday, September 7. Doors open at 6:30 pm, concert kicks off at 7pm. Admission: General Admission $25, Seniors (65+)/Students $20. Concert organizers strongly recommend reserving tickets by calling the ticket reservation line at 207-491-5919, or purchase tickets in advance online purchase through Eventbrite until 6:30pm on September 7, link at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/scotlands-heron-valley-in-concert-tickets-698158138787. Tickets will be available at the door as space allows. Heron Valley is an energy fueled, band from Scotland with musical roots tied to Scottish and Irish traditional music, including
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Music Jam Night
Music Jam Night
Come and listen to a wide genre of music from local talented musicians. Light snacks provided.
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1000 Books Before Kindergarten Registration Party
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Registration Party
Families are invited to join the free 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program at the Jay Niles Memorial Library. The library will have a drop-in registration party on Saturday, September 9th from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Any child who attends will be entered to win a prize. The library will have a visit from a therapy dog as well. If families can’t make it to the registration party, you can sign-up at the library anytime. The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a nationwide challenge that encourages parents and caregivers to regularly read aloud to their children. By reading just one
It’s a Block Party
It’s a Block Party
Meet & Greet with Farmington's Emergency Services - Representatives from the local police, fire and paramedics. Come and check out the Farmington Fire Department Ladder truck, Farmington Police Department police cruiser and Northstar's Ambulance. There will also be bounce houses, games, snow cones and popcorn. This event is weather permitting.
Trinity Baked Bean Buffet Supper
Trinity Baked Bean Buffet Supper
Trinity United Methodist Church in Farmington is having our second Saturday Baked Bean Buffet Supper at 4:30-6:00 pm Sat., July 8th, 2023. The menu includes red hot dogs, home made baked beans, Chili, potato casserole, assorted salads, coleslaw, and strawberry shortcake for dessert. Adults $9.00, children 12-5 years $4.00 and children under 4 years are free. All money raised will go to our local mission work.
Denny Breau Concert
Denny Breau Concert
Farmington: DENNY BREAU CONCERT at the North Church, 118 Academy St., Saturday, Sept. 9th, 7 pm. Tickets $15 donation at the door or 778-2006 for reservations. Fundraiser for Farmington Historical Society. Come spend the evening listening to one of Maine’s best known singer-songwriters and great guitarist playing his special blend of folk, county, and blues tunes. Plus homemade pie and coffee at intermission.
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The Gawler Family
The Gawler Family
A reprise of the successful 2021 outdoor concert. The multi-talented Gawler family will entertain and delight. Read more here.
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Family Focused Yoga
Family Focused Yoga
Family Focused Yoga is a new community activity for families. Every Saturday morning at the West Farmington Grange Hall, their is yoga & mindfulness classes for families. From 9:00-10:00 there is Kinderflow, for ages 3-6. From 10:30-11:30, there is Giggles & Grace, for ages 7-10. Ages can vary above and below, these are just suggested age groups. During this time, parents and children will interact together using their imagination through music, movement, mindfulness games, and of course yoga! Classes run for a full month with fun themes (October~ outdoor adventure, November~ gratitude & giving, December~ winter joy, January~ self &
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Country Square Quilters Meeting
Country Square Quilters Meeting
Jack-O-Lantern Wall Hanging and Ice Cream Social Call for more information
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Start-Up Checklist: September
Start-Up Checklist: September
It is an understatement to say that starting a business is overwhelming! Are you concerned with forgetting to get an important license, getting in trouble with the IRS, or putting yourself in legal hot water? Are you struggling to figure out which steps to do first in a "chicken or egg" sort of way? In this Webinar, Maine SBDC Business Advisors will help organize the legal, ethical, and social steps to starting a business by walking you through a Start-Up Checklist. We will leave ample time for Q&A, and you will leave the Webinar with the confidence to take the
The Bird’s Eye: Landscape Paintings by Phil Poirier (Corvis White)
The Bird’s Eye: Landscape Paintings by Phil Poirier (Corvis White)
Join us at the Farmington Public Library on September 13th for an opening art reception from 5pm-7pm. Meet the artist, Phil Poirier (painting as Corvis White), enjoy some light refreshments, and buy some raffle tickets for the chance to win an art piece.
Western Maine Audubon presents: Owls of Maine and the Maine Owl Pellet Project Talk by Zach Olson
Western Maine Audubon presents: Owls of Maine and the Maine Owl Pellet Project Talk by Zach Olson
Western Maine Audubon presents: Owls of Maine and the Maine Owl Pellet Project Talk by Zach Olson Western Maine Audubon is pleased to announce a nature talk titled Owls of Maine and the Maine Owl Pellet Project on Wednesday, September 13 at 7 p.m. in the Thomas Auditorium of Preble Hall on the campus of UMF. The presentation, which is free to the public, will be given by Associate Professor of Animal Behavior at the University of New England, Zach Olson. The Maine Owl Pellet Project (MOPP) is a collaboration between the University of New England, the Maine Department of
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Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club meets every Thursday at the Farmington Community Center from 9:30 to 12:30. The club is open to players of all ages and skill levels. For more information, visit https://farmingtonchess.org/
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Wild Mushroom Foraging
Wild Mushroom Foraging
Join Maine Local Living School and the Butternut Learning Collective for a day of foraging for, cooking with and preserving wild edible and medicinal mushrooms. We'll start with a walk in the oak-rich woods of Day Mountain in Temple to collect and identify mushrooms, then head to MLLS to practice cooking with mushrooms and enjoy a potluck lunch. We'll also cover a few methods of preserving mushrooms and the basics of mushroom biology and life cycle. Experienced foragers Cynthia Hoeh Stancioff and Jula Moll-Rocek will lead this workshop. Absolute beginners are welcome. Registration is required and the address of the
Monthly Free Community Lunches at Old South Church – Canceled
Monthly Free Community Lunches at Old South Church – Canceled
Old South First Congregational Church at 235 Main St.in Farmington has canceled its free community lunch this Saturday, September 16th due to impending weather conditions.
Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus sings out in Vienna
Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus sings out in Vienna
The Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus will present an afternoon concert at the Vienna Union Hall (5 Vienna Mountain Road, Vienna, ME) at 3 PM. Tickets are available for reservation by contacting Tim Davis at viennaunionhall@gmail.com. We are asking for your generous donations to support this group and suggested ticket prices range from $5 to $25. There will be a brief "meet and greet" following the concert. War-torn villages, bloodshed, refugee camps, famine, and political turmoil were devastating realities for many of these young singers before being embraced by the warmth, companionship and harmony that Pihcintu provides. The power of survival
Too Much Rouge
Too Much Rouge
Don’t miss stop number two on the Too Much Rouge east coast tour! After wowing crowds at the Berlin, Vermont Grange Hall in July, this trio of musical friends, including Maine singer -songwriter and champion thumb wrestler Ruth Hill; Rita Gluck, of Marshfield, Vermont, author of the official Vermont state song, “These Green Hills”, and irritatingly known as the human metronome; and singer-songwriter, marching band trombonist and guitar player Melanie Morrison of Patagonia, Arizona, will be together again to make a special appearance at the Chesterville Center Union Meeting House on Saturday, September 16 at 3 p.m. The “Rouge Sisters”
PUBLIC TAKE-OUT SUPPER-HARNDEN MASONIC HALL
PUBLIC TAKE-OUT SUPPER-HARNDEN MASONIC HALL
On Saturday, SEPTEMBER 16, 2023, there will be a Public 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 Homemade Chicken Pot Pie, Vegetable, Dinner Roll, and Homemade Dessert. The price will be $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for those under 12. Public Suppers are sit down service in the hall. Take out by In Person request will be available. Hope to see you all there. Please contact for more details: Robert Lawrence 207-778-2345, Clint Coolidge 207-645-4053, David Baker 207-491-9466
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NAMI Support Group
NAMI Support Group
Support group for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) meets the 3rd Monday of every month at: End of The Rainbow 249 Farmington Falls Rd Farmington Me 04938 6:30pm to 8:30pm Contact info: Louise 207 592 9933 Kathy 207 318 1075 This meeting is for families of people with mental illness to support each other.
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Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certification 101
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certification 101
Each year, the Federal Government awards about 10% of all federal contract dollars to Small Disadvantaged Businesses. In this 1-hour workshop, Bryan Wallace, Senior Procurement Counselor at Maine APEX (formerly Maine PTAC) will present will present on the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certification. What are the benefits of being a certified DBE? Who is eligible? How do I apply for the certification? There will be time for Q+A, come with questions!
Ostomy Support Group
Ostomy Support Group
Androscoggin ostomy support group is for people who have had or will have ostomy surgery. We meet informally to learn, share, and ask questions. An opportunity to meet others with similar experiences. We meet on Zoom the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm. For further information and / or a link to the meeting email Andro.ostomy@gmail.com .
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Automate IT
Automate IT
Do you spend time thinking about how there “has to be an easier way”, there “has to be a more effective way”, or there has to be something that can “do this thing better and faster than me”? As a small business owner, you most likely think about this a lot but may not know where to start to figure it out! In this 8-week cohort, facilitated by Tara Servilio, we will work from the point of view that implementing some targeted technology-based changes can support our business goals. We will also work from the point of view that we have
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Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club meets every Thursday at the Farmington Community Center from 9:30 to 12:30. The club is open to players of all ages and skill levels. For more information, visit https://farmingtonchess.org/
Sole Prop or LLC – Which Business Structure is Right for Me and How to Set It Up
Sole Prop or LLC – Which Business Structure is Right for Me and How to Set It Up
What business structure is best for your venture? How do you legally set up your small business as a specific entity? In this 1-hour webinar, WBC Business Advisor, Grace Mo-Phillips will review the differences between Sole Proprietor and Limited Liability Company (LLC) business structures. Grace will demonstrate: What the benefits are to Sole Prop vs LLC What you need to have to formally set up your business structure How to legally formalize your business Come with questions!
Industry Seniors Social
Industry Seniors Social
Town of Industry - Senior Social. Third Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Industry Town Office. No meetings from December to April, to resume in May. Contact Kathy at 207-860-8102 or Lisa at 207-778-6926 or 207-314-9821.
Pitch 101 – How to Talk About Your Business
Pitch 101 – How to Talk About Your Business
A "pitch" is just a story about you and your business that leaves the listener invested, something all entrepreneurs should be able to do! In this webinar, Maine SBDC at CEI Business Advisor Peter Piconi will identify the key elements to cover and the details that make a big impact! Whether you are perfecting your elevator pitch or gearing up for a pitch competition, or just want to be more articulate about your business - you'll leave with tips and tricks to help you communicate your value proposition clearly! Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. SBA.
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Jane Dean Annual Walk for Heat
Jane Dean Annual Walk for Heat
Sunday, September 24 (rain date Oct 1), Jane Dean Annual Walk for Heat, 12 noon, beginning at the Clearwater Pond Parking Area, Industry. Proceeds to benefit the ECU Heat Program and Shorey Chapel Heat Fund and is sponsored by Shorey Chapel, Industry. Refreshments and water available. You may walk virtually and send a donation. For more info contact Dan Palmer @ 778-4158.
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Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club
Farmington Chess Club meets every Thursday at the Farmington Community Center from 9:30 to 12:30. The club is open to players of all ages and skill levels. For more information, visit https://farmingtonchess.org/
Open Mic Night – “Live at St. Joe’s!”
Open Mic Night – “Live at St. Joe’s!”
Franklin County has a rich tradition of talented musicians drawing from many styles of music from Country, Folk, Americana, Celtic to Contemporary. St. Joseph’s Parish is hosting a monthly open mic night usually on the last Thursday of every month but this is adjustable. We wish to provide a venue that continues to celebrate and foster the musical talent within Franklin County. Professionals and newcomers are all welcome to listen, perform and collaborate. Bring your friends and family, or just come as an audience to listen. Admission is free! After taking the summer off, “Live at St. Joe’s!” will return on
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Side by Each
Side by Each
“Side by Each” musical couples Don and Cindy Roy and Matt Shipman and Erica Brown will perform at the Chesterville Center Union Meeting House, Friday, September 29th, at 7:00 p.m. Drawing on Don and Cindy’s deep Franco-American roots and Matt and Erica’s shared legacy and love of traditional music, the quartet will bring a lively show to the intimate setting of the 19th century Meeting House. Tickets at the door; Adults $15, Youth $10, kids 12 and under free. The Chesterville Center Union Meeting House is a local non-profit community resource at 3 Borough Road in Chesteville. The building is
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25th Annual Apple Pumpkin Festival
25th Annual Apple Pumpkin Festival
Your family, friends, and neighbors will celebrate Fall on September 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the Livermore Falls Recreation Fields. Sponsored by the Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls Chamber of Commerce, and other local businesses, the 2023 Apple Pumpkin Festival will feature a variety of vendors and craft artisans, agricultural products, historical and educational displays, seasonal decorations, antique tractors, raffles, and plenty of food all day long! There will be local musicians entertaining throughout the day.
Author Talk: Dale Potter-Clark
Author Talk: Dale Potter-Clark
Join us at the Farmington Public Library where local Maine author Dale Potter-Clark will read from and discuss her historical novel about the Underground Railroad, Escape from Bunker Hill. This event is free and open to the public, and light refreshments will be available.
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The Pancakery Cafe–Free Brunch
The Pancakery Cafe–Free Brunch
The lively Pancakery Cafe serves up a delicious FREE hot brunch the first Sunday of each month, 10:30 am - 11:30 am, from Sept. through May. Our menu features homemade soup, quiche, salad, sandwiches, and of course, pancakes! Let us pour you a fresh cup of coffee, cappuccino, or specialty hot chocolate. Our Rolling Dessert Cart offers a wide variety of delicious baked goods. Don't miss the live acoustic music, too! A project of the youth group, The Pancakery Cafe is located at Old South First Congregational Church, UCC, 235 Main Street, Farmington. Everything is free, and everyone is welcome!
ArtsFarmington presents: Maine Mountain Chamber Music- “Music from Colby”
ArtsFarmington presents: Maine Mountain Chamber Music- “Music from Colby”
ArtsFarmington is pleased to sponsor this fall’s concert by Maine Mountain Chamber Music. It is a special concert that we have called: “Music from Colby”. It will be a repeat presentation of their concert given the night before at Colby in celebration of the opening of Colby’s new arts center, the Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts. The concert in Farmington will be on Sunday, Oct. 1st at 3:00 pm in Nordica Auditorium, Merrill Hall, at 224 Main Street. For this special concert, MMCM founders Yuri Funahashi (piano) and Laurie Kennedy (viola) will be joined by eight outstanding musicians
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