Wilton Farm and Home Museum

The Wilton Farm and Home museum is open every Saturday in the months of July and August from 1pm-4pm.  For more information call (207) 645-2091.

Chesterville Family Fun Day

Raindate 8-13-2017 Begins with parade at 10am (Line up on Valley Rd. in North Village at 9am to Town Office) followed by flag raising at town hall by American Legion Colorguard to open the festivities which include:   Kiddie Train Ride 65' Obstacle Course 2 Bounce Houses Dunk Tank Jail House Children's Games Children's Crafts Face…

Titcomb Mountain Challenge

Join us for the revival of the Titcomb Mountain Challenge. Those that raced in the early to mid 90's will remember this iconic cross country style race. 2016 is the year it makes its return to the Maine Mountain Bike Calander. With a NEW course design, comprised of approx. 80% single track and 20% nordic trails, all ability levels will find it…

Phillips Old Home Days

A fun-time, small-town festival with contests, races, photo contest, duck derby and more. Phillips Old Home Days always fall on the third full week of August. 2017 Phillips Old Home Day's Theme is: "My Favorite Fairy Tale!" Parade is on Friday the 18th.   FMI: Click for Schedule of Events

Blues in the Barn - Monster Mike and Michael Ledbetter

A Juke Joint  In the mountains of rural Maine Beer Garden      Food Truck Bring the kids and the dog.   FMI http://www.mountainvillageinn.com/events.html 

Rangeley's Blueberry Festival

Enjoy the Blueberry Season with this annual festival featuring pies, crafts & gifts, vendors, and children activities.

Evening Lantern Trains

Experience that bygone era when railway coaches were illuminated by oil lamps as our train travels through the darkness of the Maine woods. Our train departs about 45 minutes after sunset and returns to the station well after dark.

Phillips Historical Society

Phillips Historical Society will be displaying vintage quilts and colorful Woolen Mill blankets at their museum on Pleasant Street only during Phillips Old Home Days this weekend. Friday from 9-4 and again on Saturday from 9-4.

Enduring Heights - NEW PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK AND BOOK SIGNING

John and Cynthia Orcutt have published a fine art photography book called “Enduring Heights" featuring images of the natural environment of Maine’s High Peaks, including the areas surrounding Sugarloaf, Bigelow, Crocker, Saddleback and Mt. Abrams.  There will be a book signing held at the Schoolhouse Gallery at 266 Main Street in Kingfield on…

Phillips Old Home Days

Parade. Float Theme is My Favorite Fairy Tale

UMF Emery Concert on the Lawn: David Mallett

The UMF Emery Community Arts Center continues to heat up the summer with great musical entertainment with its next “Concert on the Lawn” featuring the David Mallett Quintet. Mallett and his band will perform at 6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 18. Hailing from a small town in northern Maine, Mallett’s music has traveled to all corners of the world in a…

Evening Lantern Trains

Experience that bygone era when railway coaches were illuminated by oil lamps as our train travels through the darkness of the Maine woods. Our train departs about 45 minutes after sunset and returns to the station well after dark.

Civil War Reenactment

Uniformed forces of the Union and the Confederacy encamp along our railway and battle for control of the train. This event features exchanges of black powder pistol and rifle fire, and control of of the line changes so many times you would think it was the Baltimore and Ohio!

Oquossoc Day

A town celebration featuring an Art and Antique Show, a doggie parade, marine activities, boat show, and various food specials at area restaurants. For more information, call (207) 491-6566.

Madrid Historical Society Museum

MHS SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM – Our annual Open House is scheduled for Saturday, August 19, 10-3. Please stop by and see our collections and the schoolroom. We are always looking for historic photos and other memorabilia related to Madrid, including BUT NOT LIMITED TO items pertaining to the grange halls, mills, logging, homes, people, cemeteries and…

Airplane rides by Morgan Aviation

HIGH PEAKS COMMUNITY PICNIC WITH SENATOR ANGUS KING

Please join your neighbors and friends, and Senator Angus King, in downtown Kingfield next Saturday night, August 19 from 6-8PM for a community picnic!  The picnic will be held on the lawn in front of the Schoolhouse Gallery and Rolling Fatties.  The public is welcome and it is free of charge.  Bring your supper and a blanket, or buy a delicious…

Annual old home days horseshoe tournament!

Annual old home days horseshoe tournament! Sunday August 20th at North Franklin Park in Phillips! Registration at Noon, tournament starts at 1pm. $10 per person, draw for partners. Double elimination with cash prizes. $100 to the first place team, $50 to second and $25 to third. 50/50 raffle and horseshoe raffle. All drawings held during tournament…

Reeds Mill Church

Bring a flashlight!

Hope Association What-Not-Shop Garage Sale

What-Not-Shop Garage SaleAugust 21- September 1, 2017Monday-Friday 9:30 AM- 1 PMBest of all the yard sales in one place.Watch for pop-up afternoon hours.

UMF Emery Concert on the Lawn: Mahmoud Chouki

Relax to the eclectic sounds of Mahmoud “Mood” Chouki at the next UMF Emery Community Arts Center “Concert on the Lawn.” Chouki, an international master guitarist, composer, artistic director and multi-instrumentalist, will perform at 6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 25. The concert is free and open to the public. Chouki’s performances and…

Foothills Fest

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the plans for a new event this summer that will highlight our area's artisans, businesses, and musical talent. The Foothills Fest will be held at the Farmington Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 26, 2017 from 10am - 6pm. It will feature music, demonstrations, artisans, food trucks, a…

Reeds Mill Church

Old Home Sunday, potluck at 12pm; Church Service at 1pm. Bring a flashlight!

Diabetes Support Group

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…

Instagram and Pinterest for Small Businesses

Franklin County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a seminar for Instagram and Pinterest for Small Businesses. The seminar will be lead by Connor Gaboriault and will include beginner tips & tricks, how to set up a business account, and proper usage of hashtags and emojis. It will be held at United Way of the Tri Valley Area on Thursday, September…