Events
UMF Presents Annual Arts Nights Celebration
The University of Maine at Farmington is excited to again present its annual Arts Nights celebration Monday, April 24 and Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Free and open to the public, this array of creative events by UMF students takes place throughout the Emery Community Arts Center. On Tuesday, April 25, UMF Visual and Performing Arts seniors will…
Read MoreDiabetes 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…
Read MoreManage your Money: My Money Works
This class can help you gain the skills and confidence you need to stretch your money, pay your bills, reduce debt, find money for savings, plan for retirement, and set personal financial goals. At the end of the class you will have a plan to achieve greater financial stability. A follow-up session is scheduled to provide additional networking and…
Read MoreHand Gun Training
The Wilton Fish & Game Association will be offering a basic hand gun training for ages 21 years and older under the instruction of Sheriff Scott Nichols. Participating students will undergo a four hour training at the Wilton Fish & Game location on Rt. 2 in Wilton. The class will be held on Saturday, April 29th 9 AM - 1 PM. The…
Read MoreUMF's 7th Annual Canoe/Kayak Race and Fun Paddle
The University of Maine at Farmington’s Mainely Outdoors® program is excited to announce the 7th annual Canoe/Kayak Race and Fun Paddle on Sunday, April 30, on the Sandy River. The pre-race meeting is at 12:30 p.m. with the paddle event beginning at 1 p.m. The Canoe/Kayak Race and Fun Paddle features an approximate 10-mile paddle beginning in…
Read MoreUMF Community Chorus presents unique Spring Concert
The UMF Community Chorus presents its annual Spring Concert at 3 p.m., Sunday, April 30, in Nordica Auditorium in Merrill Hall on the University of Maine at Farmington campus. Conductors are Bruce McInnes and Jane Parker and will be joined by accompanist Patricia Hayden. A unique choral program, this concert presents a widely varied and eclectic…
Read MoreUMF welcomes Bread and Puppet Theater to Emery Community Arts Center
The University of Maine at Farmington Emery Community Arts Center, UMF Arts Division and Temple Stream Theater are excited to welcome the world-renowned Bread and Puppet Theater to campus for a performance of “Faust 3” at 7 p.m., Sunday, April 30, at the ECAC. One of the longest-running, nonprofit, self-suporting theater companies in the U.S.…
Read MoreVocational 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 Telephone 207-645-5800; toll free 1-800-982-4311; TTY: Maine Relay 711 to set up an Appointment. These workshops…
Read MoreFiddlehead Festival
Come to the University of Maine at Farmington for a daylong event to celebrate the abundance of locally grown foods in Franklin County at the 6th annual Fiddlehead Festival. Enjoy live acoustic music, learn about responsible harvesting and safe preparation of fiddlehead ferns, meet local farmers and food vendors, antique tractors, supervised…
Read MoreMAY 6 Meeting: 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, May 6. Kay Marsh, a genealogist for 40 years, will present “Genealogy and Photography: Resurrecting Rachel”. She'll share steps she followed to solve a genealogical problem, identifying a person in an unlabeled…
Read MoreMaine Greenhouse and Nursery Day
Robin's Flower Pot is a proud member of the Independent Garden Centers of Maine. Come out and support your local garden center and nursery. Shopping locally helps our community, and gets you the best plants to get your growing season going. Refreshments will be served throughout the day. Greenhouses, nurseries and garden centers statewide will…
Read MoreAndroscoggin Home Care & Hospice’s annual Hospice House 5K & Remembrance Walks
While the winter seems never-ending, it’s not too early to be thinking about spring and to register for Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice’s annual Hospice House 5K & Remembrance Walks. This year’s events take place Sunday, May 7 beginning at the Franklin County Court House on Main Street in Farmington and Sunday, May 21 at Central Maine…
Read MoreBusiness Basics
This class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing, cash planning and is suitable for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. It will help you assess the feasibility, desirability, and viability of your business idea and get you started with your plan. To register or for more information, please call:…
Read MoreBusiness Basics: Start a Business
This class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing, cash planning and is suitable for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. It will help you assess the feasibility, desirability, and viability of your business idea and get you started with your plan. Registration/More Info To register or for more information…
Read More“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…
Read MoreHope Association-Briar Patch Greenhouse Opening
Briar Patch Greenhouse is opening at its new location at 85 Highland Terrace. There will be a ribbon cutting at 9:30am on May 11th. Plants and flowers will be available for sale.
Read MoreEntrepreneurs Connect
Get inspired to think big, be bold and take risks. Challenge yourself to grow your business and take it to the next level. The purpose of our Entrepreneurs Connect series is to develop a culture in Franklin County, Maine whereby our entrepreneurs feel supported and connected for growth and success. Entrepreneurs like to connect with each other and…
Read MoreHand Gun Training
The Wilton Fish & Game Association will be offering a basic hand gun training for ages 21 years and older under the instruction of Sheriff Scott Nichols. Participating students will undergo a four hour training at the Wilton Fish & Game location on Rt. 2 in Wilton. The class will be held on Saturday, April 29th 9 AM - 1 PM. The…
Read MoreBusiness Basics: Start a Business
This class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing, cash planning and is suitable for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. It will help you assess the feasibility, desirability, and viability of your business idea and get you started with your plan. Registration/More Info To register or for more information…
Read MoreJOB FAIR
JOB FAIR - Thursday May 18, 2017 9:00AM - 12:00PM American Legion, Post 24 184 Congress St, Rumford, Maine 04276If you are a business and would like to attend, please email: mark.a.cater@maine.gov and I will send you a registration form. This is a NO COST Job Fair to employers. We will have awesome employers looking to hire. Come dressed to impress…
Read MoreMEOC-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…
Read MoreMay’s Business After Hours at Expenet
Join us for May’s Business After Hours at Expenet Technologies! Bring your business card and enjoy refreshments and an evening of socializing and making new connections. Learn about the services Expenet has to offer and don’t miss your chance to win door prizes! We hope to see you there! FMI: info@franklincountymaine.org or 778-4215
Read MoreTom Snow in Concert
On May 20th, Tom Snow, jazz pianist, will be performing hits from Great American Songbook with familiar songs by the likes of Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, and George Gershwin. He will be performing in the Emery Center, converted into a “pub” for the evening. A ticket for $15 will be for a seat at a table. There will be a cash bar with beer and…
Read MoreBusiness Basics: Start a Business
This class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing, cash planning and is suitable for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. It will help you assess the feasibility, desirability, and viability of your business idea and get you started with your plan. Registration/More Info To register or for more information…
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