Members sought for ?two town boards

The Freeport Appointments Committee is holding interviews to fill vacancies on the Planning Board and Project Review Board. The committee is looking for Freeport residents with an interest or skills in planning, public historic preservation, environmental protection, architecture, construction and engineering, while also interested in protecting the diversity of Freeport.

Applications should be submitted by Jan. 15 and are available at the town hall or at www.freeportmaine.com.

Dog licenses ?expire Dec. 31

The town of Freeport reminds residents that all dog licenses expire on Dec. 31. Licenses are required for all dogs six months or older. A rabies certificate and proof of spaying or neutering are required when applying for a license. The cost is $6 per dog or $11 per dog that has not been spayed or neutered. A $25 late fee will be charged for dog license renewals after Jan. 31. Register at Town Hall or at www.freeportmaine.com.

Rabies clinic Jan. 26

There will be a rabies clinic at the Town Hall on Saturday, Jan. 26, for dogs and cats from 9 a.m.-noon. The cost is $15 per vaccine.Residents can also license their dog at the clinic. The cost of registration is $6 for a spayed or neutered dog and $11 for a dog that hasn’t been spayed or neutered.

For more information, call the Freeport Town Clerk’s office at 865-4743, ext. 122.

Special town ?clerk hours

The town clerk’s office will be open on Saturday, Dec. 29 from 9 a.m.-noon. For more information, contact the town clerk at 865-4743 ext. 123.

Thrift shop estate ?sale continues

The Freeport Community Thrift Shop will continue its holiday estate sale on weekends at 2 Depot St. (the building that formerly housed S&K Menswear). The hours are Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 1-4 p.m. For more information, go to www.fcsmaine.org.

Winter parking ban

The town of Freeport has announced its annual parking ban, which prohibits parking on all town streets from 11 p.m.-7 a.m. is in effect from now until April 15.

Freeport First Friday concert

The Freeport First Friday concert on Jan. 4 at 6 p.m. will feature the band Crabapple Jam. The concert is at the Freeport Community Center and is BYOB. Tickets are $18 and include a three-course meal.

For tickets and information, contact Kim at 865-3985.

White Nights event ?on Jan. 26

Freeport Community Services is holding its biggest fundraiser of the year on Saturday, Jan. 26. The 2013 “White Nights – Keep the Light on All Year Long” event will run from 5:30-10 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center. The event will feature food, live music and community spirit. Tickets are $50.

For tickets or information, contact Kim Hudak at 865-3985.

Habitat for Humanity seeking applicants

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland is seeking applicants for two homes in Freeport targeted for construction in early 2013. The units will be constructed as part of a triplex in a new subdivision off West Street. Individuals and families seeking project and program information can call 772-2151.

Library news and notes

December is “Food for Fines” month at the library. Overdue library charges can be forgiven in exchange for non-perishable food items that are equal in value to the fines. All of the food collected will go to the food pantry at Freeport Community Services.

Redeemable cans and bottles can be donated during the month of December at Bow Street Market. Proceeds benefit the library.

Christmas Story Time will be on Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Children’s Room with stories read by Joanne, songs sung by Miss Lisa and cookies baked by the library elves.

The Thursday midday movie on Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. will be “The King’s Speech”, which is rated R.

The Thursday midday movie on Jan. 3 at 1 p.m. will be “The Artist,” which is rated PG-13.

The library will be showing the Maine-based film, “Dead River Rough Cut” on Wednesday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m. The event will feature one of the filmmakers, Stu Silverstein. The film follows the life of Bob Wagg and Walter Lane through four seasons of their life in the remote backwoods in a tarpaper shack. They share their reflections on a variety of topics including women, politics, taxes and do-it-yourself dentistry. The film is for mature audiences only and admission is free.

The GWC (Giving Children Warmth) program will be making blankets for children in Afghanistan by knitting squares and sewing them together. The group meets on Mondays from 2:45- 4 p.m. to teach volunteers from age 11 through adult to knit.

Story time for toddlers and preschoolers takes place every Tuesday morning. There are two 15-minute story times at 9:30 and 9:45 for younger kids with shorter attention spans. At 10, there is a 30-minute story time for preschoolers. The morning features songs and a small snack.