ATTENTION: Due to increased submissions for free Maine event listings, we have conveniently separated the upcoming calendar.
Teen Dances at the Dexter Town Hall
Teen dances for grades 5-8 will be the 4th Friday of every month at the Town Hall from 6-9:30 PM. Admission is $3.
Refreshments are available. For more information contact the Rec. Dept. at 924-3438.
June 9 - July 28, 2009
Tuesdays - MRTQ Supporting Maine's Infant Toddlers: Learning & Development Guidelines (30 hrs), 6-9 pm, Fee $25, Jubilee Day Care, 247 Lee Rd., Lincoln. The modules focus on orienting providers to the document and on developing understanding regarding its use in a provider’s work with infants/toddlers & their families. Participants complete a portfolio/case study of one infant/toddler that utilizes concepts and strategies introduced in the training.
June 29 - July 3, 2009
New Hope Baptist Church, Formerly First Free Baptist Church Presents VBS Studio Go! June 29-July 3, 6pm to 8:30pm - 924-7419
Kids will have an awesome time learning Bible truths as they participate in our game show theme. There will be Bible drama, games, crafts, music, and snacks. You will not want to miss this year's Studio Go!
July 8th - August 19
Wednesday Hikes/Field Trips: July 8th -August 19: Leave NREC Office at 9am
July 8 - Little Squaw/Moose Pond
July 15 - Little Wilson Falls
July 22 - Eagle Rock
July 29 - Number 4
August 5 - Gulf Hagus
August 12 - Moxie Falls
August 19 - Katahdin Iron Works
Please call or email for more information on these lectures and field trips
NREC 695.3705
info@NRECmoosehead.org
July 9th - August 20
Thursday Skills Workshops: July 9th-August 20: Leave or at NREC office at 9am
July 9 - Canoe & Kayak
July 16 - Canoe & Kayak
July 23 - Fly Fishing Demonstration and Skill Development
July 30 - Canoe & Kayak
August 6 - Moosehead Dirt & Rocks: Local Geology
August 13 - IF&W Fishing from A to Z.
Tim Obrey and Stephen Seeback Stocked Fishing at Pit Pond
August 20 - Canoe & Kayak
Please call or email for more information on these lectures and field trips
NREC 695.3705
info@NRECmoosehead.org
July 9 & 16, 2009
MRTQ Getting Started in Family Child Care, (6 hrs) 9 am - 3:30 pm, Fee $15, Piscataquis Room, Penquis, Bangor. This training will introduce the aspects of opening a family child care business in the home. It covers state certification procedures, health & safety practices, working with families, child dev., community & professional resources, and business & professional development.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Garland Grange Public Beanhole Bean Supper
July 10 5-7 pm
Menu includes beanhole beans, hot dogs, ribs, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, homemade bread and desserts. ALL YOU CAN EAT. Price is $6.00 for adults, $3.00 for ages 5-12, under ages 5 FREE. Families welcome. Takeout is available. Proceeds to benefit the Garland Grange Building Fund. Call 924-6954 for more information.
Garland Junior Grange will meet Saturday, June 11 at 1 PM. COME AND JOIN THE FUN! All kids between the ages of 5 and 14 are invited to attend. Call Garland Grange Lecturer/Junior Director Andrea Rollins at 924-6954 or visit www.myspace.com/garlandjuniorgrange for more information.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
A baked bean supper will be held on Saturday, July 11 at 5-6 p.m. at Elm Street Congregational Church in Bucksport to help raise money for the building fund. The church is located at 31 Elm Street. The menu also features casseroles, salads, homemade rolls, brown bread and pies. The dinner is $7.00 for adults, $3.00 for children
ages 5-10 and there is no cost for children under 5. A 50-50 drawing will take place.
July 13, 2009
Meeting: Board of Supervisors of the Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District
Date: Monday, July 13, 2009
Time: 7:00PM
Place: 42 Engdahl Drive, Pine Crest Business Park, Dover – Foxcroft, ME 04426
Phone: 564 – 2321, Extension 3
E-mail: info@piscataquisswcd.org
July 19, 2009
East Ridge Stable Horse Trials MeCTA
Horse Trials, MeCTA affiliated, East Ridge Stable, Charleston, FMI contact Robin at (207) 285-3625, info@eastridgestable.com, www.eastridgestable.com
July 26, 2009
East Ridge Stable Equitation/Game Show
Equitation/Game Show, East Ridge Stable, Charleston, FMI contact Robin at (207) 285-3625, info@eastridgestable.com, www.eastridgestable.com
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Thoreau-Wabanaki Festival third annual
July 23, 24 & 25
This collaborative event made possible through partnership with Moosehead Historical Society, North Woods Ways, Shaw Public Library, Maine Woods Forever
Please see Thoreau-Wabanaki webpage for more info & links
Waters, Wildlife and Wildflowers along the Thoreau-Wabanaki Trail
Thursday 23rd 7pm Community House
Paul Johnson IF&W retired biologist will present a visual talk on the waterways, wildlife and wildflowers along the Thoreau- Wabinaki trail. Decades of experience as a biologist paired with Paul's love of documenting photographicly makes for an informative and engaging presentation.
Hike Kineo to celebrate the Thoreau-Wabinaki link
Henry David Thoreau described Mount Kineo as, "the principle feature of the lake" and "that rough tooth of the sea" when he and Joe Polis visited in 1853
(The Maine Woods, 108). Friday the 24th morning departure from NREC office, time to be posted we will be using the public ferry at Rockwood dock
Wildwater North
Garrett Conover of North Woods Ways
Friday 24th 7pm Community House
A perennial favorite of most audiences as this show is annually evolving. As an exploration of the wildest remaining canoe trips in Maine, the path of the paddle is followed from an early spring run on the St. John River, through summer and fall trips on the West Branch of the Penobscot and the Allagash. Maine wildlands, wildlife, and glimpses of northwoods history are illuminated as well as the skills of canoeing, poling, and comfortable camp life. The show concludes with a few scenes from the other season – the winter trail provided by the same waterways, when canoes are replaced with snowshoes and toboggans (description/information from www.northwoodsways.com).
Penobscot Experience on Moosehead Lake
Saturday 25th Community House
Penobscot, Francis Tomer, of Rockwood will present a talk on his family experiences and changes seen in the Moosehead Lake region. A gifted storyteller Mr. Tomer's offers a unique link to region's cultural heritage. Come learn.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Piscataquis River Festival Committee Reduces Booth Space Fees for 2009
The 2009 Piscataquis River Festival Committee is already hard at work planning this year's event happening July 25th. Many exciting changes and additions are on the agenda. Now is the time to reserve your booth space. This is a great venue to sell your craft items or raise funds for your club or organization. In an effort to be sensitive to the current economic environment we've reduced booth space fees for non-profit organizations to $15.00 for a 10' x 10' space. All spaces are reserved on a first come, first served basis. If you are interested in a booth space you can go to www.guilfordmaine.org and click on the River Festival tab to find links to the appropriate forms. You can also call Carrie Fellows at 207-876-3407 with any questions.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Nokomis Class of 1974 - 35th reunion to be held August 1, 2009, from 2-6 at Julie Bradstreet Dow's home, 134 St. Albans Road, Corinna, followed by Nokomis Alumni Reunion at Millennium at 7pm. Please bring a snack to share, BYOB, and a chair if you have one. Who has changed the most/least, traveled the furthest, least, etc? All come to find out!! jujubd@aol,com
Saturday, August 8, 2009
7pm Alumni Event: The Designed Xpression (TDX). Join us as we fondly remember the late Jerry Owens and the musical talents of The Designed Xpression. All alumni and community members are invited to a concert, with original members performing, and reception celebrating the memories of this widely-loved UMF music group and its founder. Nordica Auditorium, UMF Merrill Hall. FREE. Open to the public. Sponsored by UMF Alumni Association. For More Information: eMail: khanna@maine.edu
Call: 207-778-7090
8pm Alumni Event: The Designed Xpression (TDX) Reception. Join us as we fondly remember the late Jerry Owens and the musical talents of The Designed Xpression. All alumni and community members are invited to a concert, with original members performing, and reception celebrating the memories of this widely-loved UMF music group and its founder. Location TBA. FREE. Open to the public. Sponsored by UMF Alumni Association. For More Information: eMail: khanna@maine.edu Call: 207-778-7090
August 13, 2009
Science and Astronomy followed by The North Woods Sky
August 13, Thursday 7pm.
Dr. John Herrmann and Mary Capriotti will present an exciting science show using liquid nitrogen to demonstrate low temperature physics and the temperature of our solar system. The latest developments in space exploration, comets, roaming asteroids, and Mars research will also be covered. If weather permits, a sky watching session will follow the indoor program. In the event of bad weather, another sky observation time and possible change of venue will be arranged. Adult admission is $3 and all children and K-12 students are free/ donations accepted.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
The 2nd Antique Show sponsored by The Jonathan Fisher House will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at the Blue Hill Fairgrounds, RT 172, Blue Hill, Maine.
Early admissions / sales: 8:00 am to 10:00 am; Cost $15.00
Regular admission:10:00 am to 3:00 pm; Cost $ 5.00
Following the successes of last years show, we will have upwards of forty dealers, many who have already committed to the event. Dealers are expected from Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, and New Jersey. This is a diversified outdoor summer show offering everything from furniture to estate jewelry, elegant glass to linens and decorative antiques.
Both breakfast and luncheon specials will be available at the concession from 6:00 am to closing.
The fairgrounds provides ample free parking and clean restrooms.
For more information and updates call 207.374. 2459 or e-mail: info@jonathanfisherhouse.org
August 30, 2009
East Ridge Stable Equitation/Game Show
Equitation/Game Show, East Ridge Stable, Charleston, FMI contact Robin at (207) 285-3625, info@eastridgestable.com, www.eastridgestable.com
September 20, 2009
East Ridge Stable Annual Carriage Day
Annual Carriage Day, East Ridge Stable, Charleston, FMI contact Robin at (207) 285-3625, info@eastridgestable.com, www.eastridgestable.com
October 18, 2009
East Ridge Stable Equitation/Game Show
Equitation/Game Show, East Ridge Stable, Charleston, FMI contact Robin at (207) 285-3625, info@eastridgestable.com, www.eastridgestable.com
November 01, 2009
East Ridge Stable Horse Trials MeCTA
Horse Trials, MeCTA affiliated, East Ridge Stable, Charleston, FMI contact Robin at (207) 285-3625, info@eastridgestable.com, www.eastridgestable.com
Alzheimer's Support Group
The Alzheimer's Support Group in Dexter meets on the second Thursday of each month upstairs at St. Annes Parish Center. Meetings are held from 1:30 to 3 PM. The next meeting is planned on Thursday, January 8th. St. Annes Parish Center is located on Free Street in Dexter. Call Barbara at 924-5546 for more information.
Dusters Car Club
The Dusters are holding a monthly cruise-ins at Dexter House of Pizza parking lot starting after 5:00 on the first Saturday of the month. Wild West Weekend they will be at the municipal parking lot.
Dexter Food Cupboard Distribution
1st and 3rd Saturdays: Dexter Food Cupboard Distribution 9:00am at First Free Baptist Church, 130 Spring Street, Dexter
TOPS Meetings
TOPS Meeting Every Wednesday Evening at Dexter Fire Station - Weigh in 5:30 - 6:10 - Meeting 6:10 - 7:00
TOPS Meetings
TOPS meetings 9 am on Wed. mornings at the First Free Baptist church on Spring Street. The yearly dues is $24.00 and the weekly dues is $1.00 each week. Anyone interested may call Dawn Laurent 924-5997 or Laura Laurent 924-5906.
Daughters of the American Revolution
Eunice Farnsworth Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) meets every second Monday of the month at the Heritage House Restaurant, Madison Avenue, Skowhegan for a dinner meeting at 4 p.m. (unless otherwise noted).
Do you have a Revolutionary War ancestor? Interested in genealogy, patriotism, veterans, conservation and more? Please join us as a guest and discover "the spirit of hospitality opens doors of opportunity!"
Meals for ME
Meals for Me at the Dexter Town Hall Senior Center Tues and Thurs, serving time around 12:00pm (lunch time)
They ask for at least a $3 donation, more if you can. After lunch, they play cribbage and cards.
For more information the Meal site is 924-7624 and ask for Jill Jones.
You must call 1-800-462-9899, the day before, to make a reservation so they know how many meals to prepare.
Takeout and pick is available, let them know, when you call, if you need takeout.
Some home delivery is available, ask when you call!!
Emotions Anonymous
Emotions Anonymous - Saturday Evenings - 7:00 PM - Piscataquis County Extension Office - 165 E. Main St. Dover-Foxcroft, ME (NOT Wheelchair Accessible) This meeting is free & open to the public of all ages. Emotions Anonymous is a twelve-step program that helps people to learn to live at peace despite the difficulties of daily living. For more information, please call Jerry at 564-9097.
Free legal consultation
WomanCare, the local domestic violence project in Piscataquis county, is offering a free legal consultation with a lawyer from the PenQuis law project on Wednesdays from 9am – 12pm at the WomanCare office and on the
last Wednesday of the month in Greenville at the C.A. Dean Memorial Hospital.
This free consultation is for WomanCare clients dealing with legal issues that pertain to family matters (divorce, parental rights & responsibilities, post judgment motions) and protection from abuse orders.
If you are interested in a free consultation or would like to speak to a domestic violence advocate for any reason, please call WomanCare at 564-8165
Womancare Outreach Hours
Dexter- Every Friday 8:30-12 at the Morrison building beside the water district office.
Milo- Every Tuesday 9-12 at the Police station
Greenville- 12-4pm 2nd and last Wednesdays of the month at CA Dean Hospital.
Dexter Grange #155
Dexter Grange #155 - Dexter SCOUTS Home
Meets: 7:PM, 2nd Wednesday of each month.
At: Hall, 2 Church St (by Dexter Police Station)
(6:PM supper for members and guests, donations of food and money accepted)
Grange Master & Lecturer: Allan & Elaine Thomas 924-6885
Grange Steward: Dana Wilbur 924-6681
Wednesday Morning Book Sale
The Dexer Middle School Library will be holding its Wednesday Morning Book Sale again this year. Every Wednesday morning, the Library will be open from 7:40 to 8:00 AM for students to purchase from a big selection of books.
All books are $1.00 and $2.00 each.
Union Evangelical Church (UCC)
Main St., Greenville, Dr. Robert Veon, Sunday service and Sunday school 9:00 a.m.
Thrift Shop open Thursday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Community food cupboard Wednesdays 9-11 a.m.
Visit us at www.unionchurchmoosehead.org/
Our Summer Worship schedule will start next weekend so service begins at 9 a.m not 10.
Dexter Historical Society Hours
The Dexter Historical Society Gift Shop is open Saturday 10-4, weather permitting. Items on display will change from time to time.
Anyone who has pertinent items that they would be willing to loan for future exhibits can contact the curator at 924-5721.
Grist Mill Museum is closed for the season. A visit to the Grist Mill Campus includes the Millers House and the Carr Schoolhouse.
Indoor Exercise Area
The upstairs gym area of the Old Town Hall is open Monday – Friday from 7:00AM – 4:00PM for individual exercise and walking.
Access is provided free as a public service and will continue through the end of March 2005. The Old Town Hall is located next to the Abbott Library. For further information contact Andy Conway, Dexter Recreation Director, at 924-3438.
Yoga Classes
Yoga Classes are Offered at Friends of Community Fitness in Sangerville Tuesday and Friday mornings at 6 AM. Morning classes are focused on fitness, strength, and flexibility of both body and mind, with a short meditation to enhance mental clarity for the remainder of your day. Fee is $25. per 4 week session, $35. for nonmembers of FOCF.
Yoga Classes are also offered at Buie School of Music & Arts in Dover-Foxcroft Thursday evenings beginning September 9th. 6:30 PM. Evening classes are focused on relaxation, energy awareness, and a gentle approach to Yoga postures. We finish class with meditation/relaxation by candlelight. The fee for this class is $30. per 4 week session. Your instructor is Gayle Watson, a certified Sport Yoga instructor, with six years experience practicing and sharing the teachings of Yoga. You may combine both morning and evening classes at a reduced fee. Call 876-2546 for more information.
Greenville School Department
CLICK HERE for Greenville Schools upcoming events calendar.
Greenville Music Department
CLICK HERE for Greenville Schools music schedule.
Greenville Sports
CLICK HERE for Greenville High School and Greenville Middle School basketball schedules.
General Assistance
Town of Dover-Foxcroft Monday through Friday from 9 to 11 AM at the Dover-Foxcroft Town Office. Other times you will need to call for an appointment. 564-3318
If you have questions or complaints call the Department of Human Services Hotline at 1-800-442-6003.
Nature Trail
Pleasant River Nature Trail between Brownville Village and Brownville Junction Maine open for walking hiking jogging and cross country - skiing year round no wheeled or tracked vehicles allowed access at the Historical Society Museum in Brownville or Davis Field by the green bridge in Brownville Junction.
Maine Old Cemetery Association
The Maine Old Cemetery Association's primary purpose is to locate old cemeteries in the State of Maine, encourage the care and preservation of them, and to aid in the preservation of the historic information.
For more information on the Maine Old Cemetery Association, contact Roland G. Jordan at 207-784-3338 or write to:
MOCA
P.O. Box 641
Augusta, Maine 04332-0641
Abbot Historical Society Museum
The Abbot Historical Society Museum located just off Rt. 15 in Monument Square,Abbot, is open on Sundays from 1-4 P.M. during the summer months.
Contact Kaye Sakahara at 876-2239 for more information.
Moosehead Historical Society
Eveleth-Crafts Sheridan Historical House
Pritham Avenue in Greenville Junction, Maine
Contact: Everett Parker - (207)695-2909
Email: history@moosehead.net
Web Address: www.mooseheadhistory.org
Open summer and fall Wednesday through Friday from 1 to 4 PM or by appointment.
Monson Historical Society
Corner of Main Street and Water Street in Monson, Maine
The Monson Museum will be open on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer from 10
AM to 2 PM.
If you would like to schedule an appointment to visit the museum at other times, Contact: Estella Bennett - (207)876-3073
P. O. Box 173 Guilford, Maine 04443
Sangerville Historical Society
Old Mill House Museum
Contact: Diana Bowley - (207) 876-4579
P. O. Box 284 Sangerville, Maine 04479
Sebec Historical Society
Harriman School Museum
North Road in Sebec, Maine
Contact: Elizabeth Ellis - (207)564-8338
Open on Sundays from 2 to 4 Pm during July and August or by appointment.
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