Rotary's Price is Right

The Farmington Rotary Club hosts its annual Price is Right night.  Featuring fabulous prizes & giveaways with a guaranteed showcase winner!

Feminism Wikipedia Edit-a-thon

The UMF Art Gallery is hosting an Art + Feminism Wikipedia Edit-a-thon on Saturday, March 25. The event will begin with a panel discussion at 10 a.m. followed by Wikipedia editing workshops from 12-5 p.m. The event is open to all; no previous experience is required and beginners are welcome. Light refreshments and childcare will be provided. This…

Maine Maple Sunday

Enjoy the first sweet taste of spring in Maine! Join maple syrup producers across the state as they open their sugar houses and offer free maple syrup samples and other maple delights as well as demonstrations on making pure Maine maple syrup. Many offer games, activities, treats, sugar house tours, music and more.

Pancake Breakfast and Old-Time Maple Sugaring at Norlands

March 26, 20179:30am – 2pmPANCAKE BREAKFAST AND OLD-TIME MAPLE SUGARING AT NORLANDSExperience a late winter ritual done the old-fashioned way at the Norlands, Maine’s oldest living history farm and museum. In celebration of Maine Maple Sunday, enjoy fresh hot pancakes and sausage, served with Norlands’ own maple syrup, in the historic…

AIWM Listen Local Youth Concert

A concert, featuring outstanding young musicians from the Farmington area, will be held on Sunday, March 26 at 3pm in Nordica Auditorium in Merrill Hall on UMF campus. This event is sponsored by The Arts Institute of Western Maine, an affiliate of the University of Maine at Farmington. Performing will be Ian Berry, percussion; Jillian Conant…

Earth Day Electronics Disposal

ACCEPTING Old & Broken TVs   ~  COMPUTERS  ~ PRINTERS ~ MONITORS ~ VCRs ~MICROWAVES STEREOS ~ GAMING DEVICES ~ PHONES & other electronic devices listed at www.ewastemaine.com Saturday, April 22rd 9 am to 1 pm ~ Rain or Shine Please Note NEW LOCATION Hannaford Parking Lot, Rt 2 & 4, Farmington Sponsored by Old South First Congregational…

Diabetes Support Group Meeting

Katie Drouin, RD, LD, and Nancy Taylor, RN, are announcing the start of a monthly diabetes support group in March and continuing through September. The groups are for anyone who has diabetes or supports an individual who has diabetes.   Meetings will take place from 4-5 p.m. in the Allen Room at Franklin Memorial Hospital. The meetings will be…

Manage your Money: Your Money Personality

Managing your money is more than just numbers. In this workshop we will use a fun and unique “Money Habitudes” card sort activity to identify your money management style. Developed by Syble Solomon, this process helps you learn how your habits and attitudes towards money affect your decisions and actions related to money. We will use the…

Meeting of the Sandy River Valley Chapter of the Maine Genealogical Society

The Sandy River Valley Chapter of the Maine Genealogical Society will meet at the Farmington Public Library at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 1. Presenter Kathy Lynch will share her expertise on "Researching the Immigrant German Ancestors in the 18th Century." Lynch will include ports of embarkation and ships; Philadelphia and Newcastle arrivals; waves…

Franklin County 4-H Public Speaking Tournament

Lincoln Auditorium, University of Maine at Farmington4-H members of all ages are invited to show off their public speaking talents in either the Demonstration or Illustrated Talk categories. The members participate in a scored contest and will receive awards at the conclusion of the event. This event is a required pre-qualifier for the State 4-H…

Franklin Memorial Hospital Bag Ali

Franklin Memorial Hospital Bag Ali

Reggae Festival

Reggae Festival returns to Sugarloaf April 6th - 9th with an incredible weekend of live music planned, and a headliner you won't want to miss! Visit www.sugarloaf.com/activities-an-nightlife/events for more information.

Food Summit

No one should go hungry in our communities, yet children are arriving at school not having eaten, and more and more seniors are accessing area food pantries looking for help. Please join United Way of the Tri-Valley Area and Healthy Community Coalition as they host a Food Summit Thursday, April 6, 2017. The Food Summit will be a facilitated…

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Wilton Careercenter Workshop Presents: Vocational Rehabilitation Orientation

This is an orientation for people with disabilities who are considering vocational rehabilitation services. Orientations are held the 1st Thursday of the month. Service providers are also welcome to attend. Registration not required

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Hope Association Scrapbooking-Crafting Benefit

Hope AssociationScrapbooking – Crafting BenefitSaturday April 8 and Sunday April 9, 2017At 85 Lincoln Avenue364-4561* Come join us at Hope Association. This is the time to finish up last year’s projects and prepare for your spring and summer projects. * 20 hours of scrapbooking or crafting time – Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm * Silent Auctions -…

Annual Antique and Collectible Sale

Annual Antique and Collectible SaleLots of interesting items: Furniture, Glass, Vintage Clothing, Kitchen Ware, Jewelry, Collectibles and so much more. Ample parking and Handicapped Accessible. Please come and have fun. Donations accepted: 778-3808, 778-4349.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Collin's Cakes & Bakes

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Hanuman Jayanti: The Divine Potential of Human Beings

Experience a glimpse of all that Hridaya offers in one day of Yoga Philosophy, Intensives, Ceremony and more at an authentic Yogic Hermitage nestled in the mountains of Maine. FMI: 1-207-542-6606, 1-207-485-1228 or www.hridayahermitage.com

Book Designers to Speak on their Career

Angela Werner and Michael Höhne, book designers, collectors, and members of the Shiretown Bookers, will speak on "Making Books: Stories from a Career in Book Design", on Sunday, April 9, at 2:30 p.m. in the lounge of the Theodora J. Kalikow Education Center at the University of Maine at Farmington. The talk is free and open to the public. From…

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Goodtimes Unlimited RV Open House Sale

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Wilton Careercenter Workshop Presents: “Employer Expectations”

The workshop will cover the following topics: Creating a Great Resume, Preparing for Your Interview, Preparing for a New Job. Individual follow-ups may occur for Resume Critique as requested. This workshop is facilitated by Barclaycard US. It is not a recruitment effort for Barclaycard US; it is a workshop for people applying for all different…

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Acclaimed Poet Dan Beachy-Quick Poetry Reading

The University of Maine at Farmington is proud to present award-winning poet, author and Guggenheim fellow Dan Beachy-Quick as the next reader in its notable Visiting Writers Series. Sponsored by the UMF Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, the reading will take place at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 13, 2017, in The Landing in the UMF…

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Wilton Careercenter Workshop Presents: MEOC-101-Essentials of College Planning

This workshop introduces people to educational opportunities in general and MEOC services in particular. This interactive workshop touches on the four steps in the college process: admissions, financial aid, career and study skills. The Financial Aid portion of this workshop will provide an overview of financial basics and the completion of the…

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Androscroggin Home Care & Health Grief Support Group

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice is offering free support groups for adults who are grieving the loss of a loved one.  Guidance Through Grief brings together those who are coping with the many emotions that come with the loss of someone special.  Each group is led by a highly trained expert who helps participants better understand the grief…

The University of Maine at Farmington welcomes the public to “Stories of People Moving Places”

The University of Maine at Farmington welcomes the public to “Stories of People Moving Places,” the next presentation in the UMF Public Classroom Series by S. Olivia Donaldson, UMF assistant professor of French. This talk takes place at 6:30 p.m. with refreshments at 6 p.m., Tuesday, April 18, in the UMF Emery Community Arts Center. It is…

UMF Public Classroom Series: “Stories of People Moving Places”

The University of Maine at Farmington welcomes the public to “Stories of People Moving Places,” the next presentation in the UMF Public Classroom Series by S. Olivia Donaldson, UMF assistant professor of French. This talk takes place at 6:30 p.m. with refreshments at 6 p.m., Tuesday, April 18, in the UMF Emery Community Arts Center. It is…

“Addiction in Our Community” Talk

With substance addiction a public health crisis according to a recent report by the U.S. Surgeon General, the University of Maine at Farmington is holding an “Addiction in Our Community” series of events, from 3:30 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 19, in the UMF Roberts Learning Center. These events are free and open to the public. This series of…

Franklin County Aging Well Mini-Expo

April's Business After Hours at Franklin Journal

Songs Beyond Borders

 The Old South Concert Series continues on Thursday, April 20th as a collaborative blend of Maine and Canada share musical talent with “Songs Beyond Borders.  Jam Session will begin at 6:15 pm and concert to follow at 7 pm.  Adults $15 with discounted student prices ($10/$5).  Refreshments by donation.  Ticket reservations call…

David Kim and Lauren Basney in Concert

The Arts Institute of Western Maine is happy to announce the return engagement of David Kim, forte pianist, at 7:30PM, Saturday, April 22 at the Emery Center located on the campus of the University of Maine Farmington. For this recital Kim will be joined by violinist, Lauren Basney. He will be performing on a copy of a mid 19th century Viennese…

Lions Club Home and Living Show at Spruce Mountain High School

Over 60 Businesses, free drawings, show specials and more. FMI 897-4444

"Best Dog on Earth Day" - A Celebration of Dogs and Earth Day

Rangeley Health and Wellness and the Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring the Best Dog on Earth Day event, a celebration of dogs and Earth Day, on Saturday, April 22, 2017. The event will be a Fun Run/Walk with or without your dog. Registration is 8:30 - 9:30 AM at The Rangeley Inn. The Franklin County Animal Shelter will be there with…

UMF Orchestra Performance

The UMF Collegium, a collection of instrumental ensembles under the direction of conductor Eric Thomas, will present a program featuring performances by the orchestra and band at 3 p.m., Saturday, April 22, in Nordica Auditorium in Merrill Hall on the University of Maine at Farmington campus. The orchestra will be performing Charles Gounod’s…

Lions Club Home and Living Show at Spruce Mountain High School

Over 60 Businesses, free drawings, show specials and more. FMI 897-4444

Basic Water Rescue Course

The Basic Water Rescue course meets the State of Maine daycare/childcare provider licensing requirement. This course is designed to provide the information and skills necessary to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies. Participants will also be taught how to protect themselves while helping others as well as creating an emergency…

"Is Entrepreneurship Right for You?" Workshop

Introduction to Self-Employment

This one-session workshop will help you decide if self-employment is the right choice for you. The class covers the pros and cons of owning your own business, the steps needed for start-up, the major elements of a business plan, and the many resources available to help you succeed.