Community Happenings

P.A.W.S. to hold annual Nautical Dog Show

Aug 21
P.A.W.S. Animal Adoption Center's will hold its annual Nautical Dog Show on Friday, Aug. 31 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Harbor Park, opposite the Camden ...
Free adult swimming lessons offered

Aug 20
Aquatic Director T.J. Economy has announced that PenBay Y has won its fourth competitive grant from the national Swimming Saves Lives Foundation. ...
Camden church honors departing minister

Aug 20
The First Congregational Church of Camden will celebrate the ministry of the Rev. Dr. Deborah M. Jenks on Sunday, Aug. 26, during the regular time ...
Birthday bash for 95-year-old will benefit ambulance service ...

Aug 20
A 95th birthday party for Sally (Robinson) Long, who was born at home in St. George Aug. 31, 1923, will be held Aug. 25 at 5 p.m. at the St. ...
Seeking soulmates

Aug 17
Gemma I know it doesn't show after my therapy sessions, but I was in an abusive relationship in the past. I'm a beautiful, fun lady, who absolutely...
Oceanside Middle School names 2017-18 honor roll

Aug 17
The following Oceanside Middle School students have qualified for the honor roll for the 2017-2018 school year, based on standards-based grading: H...
Broad Bay kicks off capital campaign to preserve, improve ...

Aug 17
Broad Bay Congregational Church, 941 Main St., invites the community to an afternoon of fun, celebrating the public phase of its Capital Campaign ...
Parkinson's group to hear about home care Sept. 4

Aug 17
Members of the Camden-based Parkinson's Support Group will meet Tuesday, Sept. 4, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill, 30 ...
Balsamic vinegar tasting offered at Quarry Hill Sept. 19

Aug 17
Participants will find themselves transported to Emilia-Romagna in northeast Italy courtesy of their taste buds Wednesday, Sept. 19, when Quarry ...
Nominations for Unsung Hero award due Sept. 4

Aug 17
United Midcoast Charities' Nonprofit Advisory Committee and VillageSoup have announced that nominations are now open for the Unsung Hero Award. ...
St. George news

By Sandra Dickson - Aug 16
The talk for the past many weeks has been about the unusual weather. Even our Southern visitors, who are accustomed to heat and humidity, but ...
Bird Watching in Maine talk planned for Aug. 29

Aug 15
Maine birder Derek Lovitch will share stories and tips on birdwatching at the Rockport Opera House, at 6 Central St., on Wednesday, Aug. 29 at ...
Camden Garden Club welcomes new members

Aug 15
On Tuesday, Aug. 14, a New Members' Coffee was held at the home of Camden Garden Club Membership Chair Molly Foster. Brian Crawford-Green, Berna ...
Camden Foreign Car Show

Aug 15
The 17th Annual Camden Foreign Car Show will be held in downtown Camden from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 2. The show is being held in conjuncti...
Tractor Supply hosts pet adoptions, pet supply drive Aug. 25

Aug 15
The local Tractor Supply store, 38 Commons Way, is taking part in the chain's Out Here with Animals Event, with a pet supply drive for local ...
St. George walking tour rescheduled for Aug. 30

Aug 15
St. George Historical Society will lead a walking tour of the town -- rescheduled from July 26, when the program was forced inside by the weather. ...
Camden Rockport Historical Society offers Desserts on the Lawn

Aug 13
The annual meeting of the Camden Rockport Historical Society, "Desserts on the Lawn" will feature special displays of of unusual discoveries in ...
Camden Yacht Club to host talk on Maine's ocean waters

Aug 13
Lisa Pohlmann, the executive director of the Natural Resources Council of Maine, will discuss current challenges facing Maine's ocean waters as ...
Community meeting on new approach to addiction set for Aug. 22

Aug 13
A meeting is planned Wednesday, Aug. 22, at 5 p.m. in the Rockland City Council chambers, where a panel will discuss the possibility of creating a ...
Library Friends set tag sale for Aug. 18

Aug 13
The Friends of Rockland Public Library holds its fourth Annual Tag Sale at 80 Union St., Saturday, Aug. 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Patrons can ...
Gilchrest-Robinson reunion set for Aug. 19

Aug 13
As has been the custom for several years, the Gilchrest-Robinson reunion will be held the third Sunday in August, Aug. 19, at the St. George ...
Broadreach offers two free parenting programs in Knox and ...

Aug 10
Broadreach Family & Community Services is offering two free programs this fall in Knox and Waldo counties to support parents with the challenges ...
St. George news

By Sandra Dickson - Aug 10
In summer, as awareness of road safety continues to be an important issue, water safety is also highlighted, as more people head to the beach or ...
Applications due Aug. 24 for UMaine Extension Master Gardener ...

Aug 09
University of Maine Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteers program in Knox, Lincoln and Waldo counties is accepting applications. Classes...
Grandparents raising grandchildren workshop set for Aug. 30

Aug 09
The next Community Partnerships for Protecting Children free workshop will be Aug. 30, at the Community Health & Counseling building at 120 ...
Washington News

By Charlotte Henderson - Aug 09
Corner Gallery Finale Corner Gallery will close its 2018 season with “Summer's End,” featuring works inspired by the familiar mixed feelings of ...
Herring Gut Learning Center honored

Aug 08
Herring Gut Learning Center, in St. George, has been selected as this year's recipient of the State of Maine Commissioner's Award for Entrepreneuri...
Backpack program helps local kids

Aug 08
Barbara Heard is once again the leader of the pack…backpacks that is. Thanks to her efforts and passion, up to 60 local students will receive ...