ATTENTION: Due to increased submissions for free Maine event listings, we have conveniently separated the upcoming calendar.
Free Course Teaches Basics of Buying a Home
MaineStream Finance is offering a free 12-hour certified training course that helps potential home buyers make prudent home purchasing decisions. Classes will be held May 12, 13, 14 and 15, 5:30 to 8:30 pm, at Penquis, 262 Harlow Street, Bangor. Participants must attend all classes.
This course uses a qualified trainer and discusses the roles of various professionals involved in the home buying process, such as attorneys, realtors, lenders, insurance agents and home inspectors. Components of this course are budget and debt management counseling and credit counseling.
There is no cost to participate in the training, but registration is required. Contact MaineStream Finance at 974-2424, 1-800-215-4942 ext. 424 or fperry@penquis.org for more information or to register.
MaineStream Finance is a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution and wholly owned subsidiary of Penquis. Its mission is to promote community development through financial education and financing activities for Maine’s low and moderate-income residents.
Monday, May 12, 2008
Dover Foxcroft. American Legion “Installation of Officers night”. Chicken BBQ at 6pm. Members, Auxiliary, Sons of the Legion and potential new members invited. Please RSVP to: Ed 564-3265
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
The Annual meeting of the Blanchard Preservation Society is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. in the Meeting House. Members are encouraged to attend, as election of officers and board members will take place at this meeting. For more information or to find out more about
the BPS, contact: 997-3706 / susanramsey@gwi.net or go to www.blanchardpreservationsociety.org.
Friday, May 16, 2008
Valley Grange Regular Meeting - Potluck Supper 6 PM, Meeting 7 PM. Grange Hall is located at the corner of Butter Street and Guilford Center Road. Valley Grange conducts its CWA night under the direction of Betty VanDyke… all area Granges are invited to share! This is one event you won’t want to miss! Contact: Betty at 876-3229
May 16 & 17, 2008
Spring Motorsports Jamboree at Piscataquis Valley Fairgrounds. Click here for rules and information.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Valley Grange Community Service Opportunity – Cemetery Clean-up - Start at 9 AM, until lunch time. Boss Cemetery on Anderson Road in Dover Foxcroft. Armed with yard and garden tools, Valley Grangers and friends will meet at the Boss Cemetery in Dover Foxcroft to rehabilitate this special place… bring a bag lunch -- all are welcome to return to the Grange Hall for a bit and a bite. (That’s a bit of grounds work at the hall and a bite of lunch!) Contact: Nathalie at 876-3343 or Mary at 564-0820 for details and directions.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Women & Wellness Workshop on Saturday, May 17 in Dexter, Time and location TBD
Womancare, Rape Response Services and Mayo Regional Hospital Counseling & Substance Abuse Program are pleased to offer an opportunity for women to connect and promote self-care. A light lunch will be provided to all participants. Remember that to help others, first you must take care of yourself! Childcare will be available if needed.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Dexter Regional High School will be holding a spring fair and flea Market on Saturday, May 17th 10 AM to 4 PM. Tables can be purchased
for $12.00. Admission is free. Please watch for more information in the coming weeks. Contact Kristin Gilbert at DRHS 924-5536 Ext. 229
Sunday, May 18, 2008
The First Universalist Church of Dexter (midtown Dexter, on Route 7, next to Shop and Save) hosts Buddhist Priest, Margaret Barragato. The
service starts at 10 am.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
On May 20th, 2008, Dexter Regional High School dance class students will be performing various dance routines themed around Disney productions and it will be held at the high school in the cafeteria. There will be no admission charged, but donations will be accepted at the door, with the proceeds to benefit the Dexter Regional High School dance class. Show time: 7:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Mrs. Margaret Veazie at 207-924-5536 Ext. 221
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
The Dexter Historical Society will meet on Wednesday, May 21 at 7:00 PM in the Crawford Conference Room at the Abbott Museum, 12 Church
Street, Dexter. We will discuss our vision for the society’s future. All are welcome to attend. For information call 924-5721.
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Wayside Theatre in North Dexter will host a concert by The Misty Mountaineers on Saturday, May 24, 7:00 pm, featuring Wilf Clark and Dottie Farrell. Current members of the folk and bluegrass band are Bernie Staples on guitar and vocals, Sheila Gibson on guitar and vocals, Dotty Farrell on bass and vocals, Bobby Cooms on the dobro and guitar and vocals, and Jay Smith on the fiddle. A pre-show supper of baked chicken breasts, stuffing, potatoes, veg, salad, desserts and beverages will be offered by reservation only. Admission to concert alone is $10, supper and concert is $17, supper alone is $7. Reservations for supper MUST be received no later than the Thursday before the concert so we will know how much food to prepare. Call 924-8813 for reservations.
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Stoneridge Stable is hosting a benefit Dressage Show Sunday on Sunday, May 25th. The proceeds are going to Adoptions Plus for the care of lost pets. Please email stacia@www.stoneridgestable.net for more information.
Friday, May 30, 2008
Be Our Guest at Breakfast
The Piscataquis County Case Resolution Committee will host a breakfast on Friday, May 30, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Penquis Higher Education Center. Find out how this committee might help you or someone you know keep their children safe. For more information please call 564-8165.
Friday, June 06, 2008
Dover Foxcroft. June 6th Pot Luck 5pm 112 Park st.. Pine Tree Hospice and the American Legion are collaborating on an educational program, “Wounded Warriors and What They Can Teach Us.” This powerful and meaningful presentation will provide information on the psychological impact of war on veterans and valuable end-of-life material directed to Veterans, their families and their caregivers (personal and professional). Healing techniques and processes for those who work with Veterans and their families will be reviewed. FMI Cynthia 564.4359 Ed 564-3265 CScott@MayoHospital.com Open to the public for All.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
“An Evening with Gordon Bok” A free concert by this world renowned folk music artist, sponsored by the Moosehead Lake Yacht Club. Donations invited to benefit the C.A. Dean Hospital and the GHS Scholarship Fund. Location: Greenville High School auditorium. Curtain time: 7:30 PM; General Admission 7:10 PM;early admission:6:30 PM for holders of tickets that will be available in advance for Greenville area residents.
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.
TOPS Meetings
TOPS Meeting Every Tuesday Evenings At Dexter Fire Station
Weigh in 5/30 - 6/10, Meeting 6/10- 7:00
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
Every Friday in Dexter at the Morrison Building 8:30am-12pm
Every Tuesday in Milo at the Police station 9am-12pm
2 times a month in Greenville, one time being the last Wednesday of the month with Penquis Law
Please call Womancare for FMI 564-8165
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, Monday through Saturday from 10:00 to 4:00. 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 will reopen on Monday, June 12. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 to 4:00, Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00. 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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