This week’s edition!
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Mondays through Aug 18
LEWISTON — The Lewiston Public Library, in partnership with ArtVan, will be offering art programs in the Children’s Department for children ages 5-14 every Monday from June 23rd-August 18th from 3:00PM-4:30PM. Children aged 5-8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Now through Aug 29
WEST GARDINER — Shop Maine Craft presents BIG, a collection of large-scale porcelain sgraffito sculpture and wheel-thrown forms by artist Tim Christensen, on view July 22 through August 29, 2025, at the Center for Maine Craft in West Gardiner.
Aug 15, 16
AUBURN — The Maine Franco-American Genealogical Society is holding a garage sale fundraiser on both Friday, August 15, and Saturday, August 16, from 9 am to 4 pm at 1313 Riverside Drive in Auburn.
Aug 15
AUGUSTA — Augusta Symphony Soirée, the only ticketed concert in the ASO schedule, which will help support the ASO’s mission and expenses. Held at Jewett Hall on the University of Maine at Augusta campus (46 University Dr.), this elegant evening will feature chamber ensembles drawn from ASO musicians, including Concertmaster Anne McKee. The program will culminate with the ASO’s own Maestro Jinwook Park leading a lively winds and strings nonet with his violin rather than his baton.
The evening will open with a welcome reception at 7:00 pm during which supporters can meet each other as well as orchestra members. The concert will begin at 7:30 pm.
Aug 15, 25
ARUNDEL — The Landing School of Boatbuilding and Design in Arundel, a non-profit marine trades school, is hosting open houses at our campus at 286 River Rd. on Aug 15 (2-4 PM) and Aug 25 (10AM-12PM).
Aug 16
FREEPORT — Wolfe’s Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment is bringing a new twist to a familiar favorite with Brews & Bites, a tasting festival happening Saturday, August 16 from 3–6 PM inside the historic Mallet Barn.
Aug 16
ELLSWORTH — The Downeast Scenic Railroad and New England Steam Corporation are thrilled to welcome families back for the much-anticipated Touch-a-Train event on Saturday, August 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Washington Junction rail yard.
Aug 17
LISBON FALLS — The 4-H Youth Development Program in Androscoggin and Sagadahoc counties, part of University of Maine Cooperative Extension, is hosting a drop-in Open House on Sunday, August 17 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at the Androscoggin/Sagadahoc Extension office, 24 Main Street, Lisbon Falls.
Aug 18
AUBURN — Auburn Public Library: Foraging Wild Mushrooms: Avoiding Toxic Mistakes to be taking place on Monday, August 18th from 5-6:30 PM.
Aug 20
BRUNSWICK — Merrymeeting Bay Trout Unlimited to Speak at “Sustainable Brunswick” Lecture Series Wednesday August 20, 2025, Curtis Memorial Library, 6:00 pm -7:30 pm
Aug 21
LEWISTON — Lewiston Public Library: Paint Night at the Library 5-7PM.
Aug 30
BUXTON — Try our delicious Haddock Supper Buffet – Saturday, August 30, 2025 – 5:00 pm at Living Waters Church, Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation: $10 Adult, $5 Child, $20 Family. Please note: We will offer the option of takeout containers for those who do not want to come inside for seating.
Sept 3
LEWISTON – The Oasis of Music Wednesday series opens its seventh season on September 3 with a performance by local legend Denny Breau.
The Oasis of Music happens at Trinity Commons, 247 Bates Street in Lewiston, every Wednesday beginning at 12:30, from September through May. Attendees are treated to a short concert of music of many genres, from folk to pop to rock to jazz and classical and beyond, performed by many of our finest local musicians, in what is considered “an acoustic jewel” of a performance space.
Starting Sept 10, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays
LEWISTON – The Lewiston Public Library, in partnership with ArtVan, will be offering in-person art programs. Starting on September 10th, the programs will take place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 3:30pm-5:00pm in the Children’s Department for children ages 5-14. Make Art with ArtVan is free, open to the public, and no registration is required. All art supplies will be provided.
Sept 12
LEWISTON — At 10am the Lewiston Public Library Children’s Department will be offering the program Baby Footprints Keepsakes. Caregivers and their infants will be able to create a baby footprints keepsake using the imprints of their children’s feet on salt dough. This activity is recommended for caregivers with children ages 0-24 months old.
Oct 18
LEWISTON — Party like it’s 1813! Join us at the Lewiston Public Library’s Jane Austen Regency Ball, doors will open at 6:30pm, and the dance will run from 7 to 9pm. The ball will include English Country Dancing and light refreshments. This is the Lewiston Public Library’s first annual literary ball, commemorating Jane Austen’s 250th birthday.
Nov 15
LEWISTON — Prince of Peace Parish Christmas Craft Fair Saturday, from 9-3. Looking for crafters/artists at Holy Family Church Hall 607 Sabattus St., Lewiston. Prices for tables/spaces range from $25-$40! Contact Angela at adobson@une.edu
1st, 3rd Wednesday of every month
LEWISTON — Join Lewiston Public Library for Bumps & Babies on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday every month starting June 4th from 10:30am to 11:30am in the Children’s Department.
Bumps & Babies is a support group that provides a safe, compassionate space for individuals navigating the emotional and physical challenges of pregnancy and the postpartum period. Members can share experiences, receive encouragement, and connect with others facing similar struggles, such as anxiety, depression, or the joys and adjustment to parenthood.
Wednesdays
GORHAM – Story Hour every Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30 at North Gorham Public Library.
Thursdays
LEWISTON — Baby Sensory Playtime in the Lewiston Public Library’s Children’s Department every Thursday morning from 10am to 12pm.
Drop-in and join us for Baby Sensory Playtime! Babies and their caregivers will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of sensory toys and socialize with other families with young children. Playtime with sensory toys contributes to a baby’s cognitive development, fine motor skills, social and emotional development, creativity, and language development.
Recommended for babies ages birth-18 months and their caregivers. Siblings are always welcome. This program is free, open to the public and no registration is required.
Every Third Thursday
LEWISTON — The Lewiston Farmers’ Market is excited to announce the introduction of “Third Thursday” markets, which will take place every third Thursday of the month, June through September from 4:00-7:00 pm on the green space at 75 Lincoln St.
Sundays
LEWISTON — Lewiston Farmers’ Market held every Sunday, May 11th-November 23rd from 9:30am-1:00pm. Hours change to 11:00am-1:00pm beginning first Sunday in November. Located at 2 Oxford St., Lewiston
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