Events

May 19, 2019 - June 18, 2019
May 19

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, April 22–June 12 (8 weeks, 16 classes) Instructor: Beth Ellen McNamara Cost: $40 for 8 weeks Are you interested in a low-impact exercise program to improve flexibility and balance? Tai Chi movements are slow, controlled, and gentle, emphasizing body alignment, weight transfer, and internal focus. Both easy to learn…

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May 19

Living Well with Chronic Pain

Dates: Tuesdays, April 23–May 28 Instructors: SeniorsPlus staff This free six-week long workshop is for those who want to learn ways to better manage their pain. Participants will learn ways to deal with frustration, fatigue, poor sleep, and isolation. Come get the support you need to enjoy life to its fullest.

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May 19

SUGARLOAF MARATHON

May 19, Eustis Maine’s oldest continually running Marathon is an official qualifier for the Boston Marathon, a notably fast course known for PRs, and a strict limit of 2,000 participants, registration will sell out quickly. FMI: www.sugarloaf.com/events-calendar/sugarloafmarathon

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May 22
May 23

Talk on best Franklin County hikes to take place at Farmington Public Library

On Thursday May 23 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Farmington Public Library registered Maine Guide and author Doug Dunlap will provide a talk about favorite Franklin County hiking trails and kayak-canoe routes, in preparation for the upcoming outdoor recreation season. Geographic areas will include Rangeley, Bigelow-Carrabassett Valley, Weld, and…

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May 24

Chair Yoga

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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May 26

RANGELEY RUKABI RACE

May 26, Rangeley Rangeley RuKaBi Race - Run 3.5 miles, Kayak 1.5 miles and Bike 3.5 miles. FMI: Call 207-864-5571 or 207-864-3055

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May 27
May 28

Literacy Volunteers Book Donation Daze

Book donations for the upcoming Literacy Volunteers Annual Book Sale & Literacy Festival will be accepted at the Farmington Elks Lodge, 120 School St in West Farmington, on Tuesday May 28th through Thursday May 30th from 11am-6pm. All gently used books are greatly appreciated, especially children’s books. Please no encyclopedias or textbooks. The…

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May 29

Literacy Volunteers Book Donation Daze

Book donations for the upcoming Literacy Volunteers Annual Book Sale & Literacy Festival will be accepted at the Farmington Elks Lodge, 120 School St in West Farmington, on Tuesday May 28th through Thursday May 30th from 11am-6pm. All gently used books are greatly appreciated, especially children’s books. Please no encyclopedias or textbooks. The…

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May 30

Literacy Volunteers Annual Book Sale & Literacy Festival

Book donations for the upcoming Literacy Volunteers Annual Book Sale & Literacy Festival will be accepted at the Farmington Elks Lodge, 120 School St in West Farmington, on Tuesday May 28th through Thursday May 30th from 11am-6pm. All gently used books are greatly appreciated, especially children’s books. Please no encyclopedias or textbooks. The…

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May 31

Livermore Falls History Night Cruise In

May 31, Downtown Livermore Falls Live band music from 5-8. Tractor rides by Jason & Richard Gibbs. Art in the the Park. Plant sale by Treat Memorial Library. The Paper and Heritage Museum open 4-8pm. Conditions pending, we may have train rides at the museum, food vendors, and more!

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May 31

History Night comes to Livermore Falls

Classic cars will be on display during History Night in Livermore Falls, 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 31 (a week later than in previous years) for three hours this year from 5–8 p.m. in downtown Livermore Falls. In previous years it had begun at 4 p.m. Kenny Jacques is still very much involved with this annual event, but the Jay/Livermore/Livermore…

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Jun 1

New Vineyard Public Library Plant/Bake/Book Sale

NEW VINEYARD PUBLIC LIBRARY PLANT/BAKE/BOOK SALE Saturday, June 1st – 8AM – 12PM at Smith Hall, on RT 27 New Vineyard. The New Vineyard Public Library will hold its annual Plant/Bake/Book sale – also known as "BLACK FLY BASH". Purchase flower and vegetable plants, stock up on "goodies" prepared by local cooks and get some books for…

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Jun 1

Annual Yard Sale - Fairbanks School

Annual Yard Sale - Fairbanks School June 1 -  Saturday 8:00 to 1:00 Fairbanks School,508 Fairbanks Road, Route 4,  Farmington Rain date to be announced No early birds - it takes time to set up. Donations Accepted: 778-3808 or 778-4349 Benefit the maintenance fund.   Thank you for helping our small organization. Cynthia M. Kemble Fairbanks School…

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Jun 1

Safe Voices 5k to End Domestic Violence

Join us for a fun-filled day as we raise funds to support Safe Voices' mission: to support and empower those affected by Domestic Violence and engage the community in creating social change in Androscoggin, Oxford, and Franklin counties.Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/ME/Lewiston/SafeVoices5KtoEndDomesticViolence

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Jun 1

Peer Recovery Coach Training Offered

A free training to become a peer recovery coach is taking place June 1, 2, 8, and 9 at Franklin Memorial Hospital’s Bass Room from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. each day. A peer recovery coach is a trained volunteer who helps guide and mentor someone with an active substance use disorder through the recovery process. Anyone who is in recovery, willing to…

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Jun 1

Giant annual literacy festival and book sale on June 1 & 2

Free family literacy fun and affordable books from a huge selection can be had at the Farmington Elks Lodge in West Farmington on June 1 and June 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 1 a.m. there will be a magic show followed by a local author story time at 11 a.m., an origami workshop at noon, and music starting at 1 p.m. Sunday at 9 a.m. there…

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Jun 1

Peer Recovery Coach Training Offered

A free training to become a peer recovery coach is taking place June 1, 2, 8, and 9 at Franklin Memorial Hospital’s Bass Room from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. each day.   A peer recovery coach is a trained volunteer who helps guide and mentor someone with an active substance use disorder through the recovery process. Anyone who is in recovery, willing to…

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Jun 1

Total Strength and Balance

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 1

Nordica Museum Opening June 1st

The Nordica Homestead Museum will be opening for the season Saturday, June 1. It contains beautifully displayed artifacts, including costumes and jewelry, from the life and career of the famous opera diva, Lillian Nordica, born in Farmington in 1857. The museum is located at 116 Nordica Lane which is off the Holley Rd., two miles north of…

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Jun 1

ArtsFarmington presents Maine Mountain Chamber Music Family Concert

ArtsFarmington presents Maine Mountain Chamber Music Family Concert On Saturday evening, June 1, 2019, Maine Mountain Chamber Music will celebrate its 17th year of concerts in Nordica Auditorium at the University of Maine at Farmington. The concert features Gianluca Pane, violin, and Katie Kennedy, cello, with Maine Mountain Chamber Music…

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Jun 3
Jun 3

Androscoggin Readers Theater

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 3

Coffee & Comfort

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 3

Caregiver Support Group

Caregiver Support Group Date: Monday, June 3 Time: 3:00-4:30 p.m. Location: SeniorsPlus, 218 Fairbanks Road, Farmington SeniorsPlus’ Caregiver Support Group offers a safe place for caregivers, family, and friends to meet and develop a mutual support system. Participation in a support group can be an empowering experience, helping members feel…

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Jun 4

Robo Calls

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 5

Ibis Program Information Session

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 5

Knitting Group

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 6

HighTime Traditional Irish Trio In Concert

HighTime comes to Old South Church on Thursday, June 6th, for the first time from the musical heart of Connemara, Ireland. This fresh new trio combines Irish music and an intriguing blend of modern folk influences to produce a rich sound and exciting experience to delight listeners. Featuring an usual line-up of flute, whistles, hardp, bodhran…

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Jun 7

June 2019 Workshops

The following sessions will be held at the Wilton CareerCenter 865 US Route 2E Wilton, ME. Telephone 207-645-5800; toll free 1-800-982-4311; TTY: Maine Relay 711 to set up an Appointment. These workshops are at no cost to the public. All workshops begin promptly at listed times.   June 2019 Workshop   MEOC-101-Essentials of College…

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Jun 7

Railroad in Phillips

On Sat, May 18, we will run at 11AM and 12:30 PM as part of the Fly Rod Crosby weekend in Phillips. On Sat/Sun May 25/26 we will run trains from 11AM to 3 PM on the hour On Sat, Jun 7, we will run trains from 11AM to 3PM on the hour for the D Day +1 Event

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Jun 8
Jun 9

Second Sunday Nature Walks

Join local Maine Master Naturalists Anthony Underwood and Lynda Fournier for a leisurely walk on the second Sunday of each month, from May through November. We will visit an assortment of local, public trails in Farmington, Wilton, and Jay. Share your knowledge or learn something new as we look at nature up-close. All experience levels and family…

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Jun 10

Support for the Last Days of Life

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 10

Caregiver Support Group

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 11

Sexuality & Aging: Debunking Myths and Changing Expectations

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 12

Medical Marijuana 101

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 12

Book Club

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 13

AARP Safe Driving

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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Jun 14

35th Annual Trek Across Maine

Join the American Lung Association for the 35th annual Trek Across Maine on Father's Day Weekend - June 14 – 16th, 2019. Featuring a new route for our 35th Anniversary, cycle 180 miles across the state of Maine, with the starting and finishing line hosted at the Brunswick Landing and overnight stops at Bates College in Lewiston and Colby College…

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Jun 14

UMF Arts Program alumni return to campus with “Dreadful Unimaginings"

Five University of Maine Farmington alumni of the UMF arts program are returning to campus to present “Dreadful Unimaginings,” an art exhibition of the macabre. The exhibit will be in the Flex Space Gallery in the UMF Emery Community Arts Center from June 14 through Aug. 2. An opening reception will be held from 5-7 p.m. on June 14. The exhibit…

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Jun 15

Father’s Day breakfast

The JWL therapeutic riding club is hosting a Father’s Day breakfast offering several breakfast items only 8.00. Come help us celebrate all you hard working Dads.

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Jun 15

Western Maine Play Museum Gala and Experience Auction

Please join the Western Maine Play Museum on June 15 from 6-9pm for their third annual Western Maine Play Museum Spring Gala and Experience Auction and their first ever Gala hosted at the museum! This year's gala will feature a sneak peek of the museum, a silent auction, and their annual experience auction.  From 6-7:30, be among the first to…

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Jun 18

The Power of Prevention!

LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for June 2019. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240, unless noted. Classes are free, unless noted. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more…

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