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CHILDREN’S BOOK SALE, 10a.m. to 8p.m., Patten Free Library. Previously loved books. To celebrate National Teacher’s Day, teachers get one book free.

HEALTHY BODY, HEALTHY BRAIN WALK THROUGH EVENT, 9:30a.m. to noon, Curtis Memorial Library, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick. Free and open to the public.

“THE GHOSTS OF JEJU” SCREENING, 6:30p.m., Patten Free Library. Independent filmmaker Regis Tremblay will present his award-winning documentary. Discussion to follow. Free and open to the public. 443-5141.

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CINCO DE MAYO PREVIEW GALA FOR ART2015, 6-8p.m., Harlow Gallery, Harpswell. 20th Annual KVAA Juried Show. $12, includes cocktails, hors d’oevres and first dibs purchasing on fine art curated by Britta Konau.

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CHILDREN’S BOOK SALE, 10a.m. to 8p.m., Patten Free Library. Previously loved books. Special: Babies get one book free.

TOPSHAM GARDEN CLUB MEETING, noon, Topsham Public Library. Bring a sandwich — beverages and desserts provided. Lunch begins at noon and the program, “Pruning for Beautiful Trees and Shrubs” starts at 1:30p.m.

FIELD TRIP TO BRUNSWICK LANDING, 7a.m. to noon at Brunswick Landing — formerly the Brunswick Naval Air Base. Call 373-0336 for more information.

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LAST DAY TO BUY TICKETS TO THE “GRAND AND GLORIOUS” YARD SALE PREVIEW PARTY, until 5p.m., MCH Gift Shop, Gulf ot Maine Books, Now You’re Cooking. $20 per person. 373-6015.

BATH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEETING, 6p.m., Alumni Room, Morse High School.

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CHILDREN’S BOOK SALE, 10a.m. to

5p.m., Patten Free Library. Previously loved books. Special: Toddlers get one book free.

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JOHN GOFF TALK, 7p.m., Orr’s Island Library. “Tidal Mills of New England and Maine,” Architect and historian John Goff will discuss tidal mills.

STORY TIME, 11a.m., Cundy’s Harbor Library. Weekly story time with activities and a snack. 725-1461.

TECH HELP THURSDAY, 1-3p.m., Cundy’s Harbor Library. Drop-in tech help for eReaders, eBooks, tablets and computers. 725-1461.

FAIRY HOUSE DAY, 11a.m., Cundy’s Harbor Library. We’ll read Tracy Kane’s “Fairy Houses” and create our own fairy houses. Bring bark, twigs and other materials to decorate your house. Small boxes and glue provided.

LIZA BAKEWELL AND KERRY MICHAELS, 1p.m., Skidompha Library. The writers will discuss their work and experiences. 563-3207.

VILLAGE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION 137TH ANNUAL MEETING, 6:45p.m., Morrell Meeting Room, Curtis Memorial Library, Brunswick. After light refreshments and a brief business meeting, there will be a talk by Lois Stack. The talk is free and open to the public. For more information, call 725-5364.

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“WHO AM I?” — INTRO TO GENEALOGY, 1p.m., People Plus, 35 Union St., Brunswick. Call to register. 729-0757.

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BLOOD DRIVES

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE, 11a.m. to 4p.m., Coastal Humane Society Administrative Building, 190 Pleasant Street, Brunswick. Get 50 percent off any adoption when you donate blood. Good until the end of the year. 1-800-red-cross.

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CHILDREN’S BOOK SALE, 10a.m. to 5p.m., Patten Free Library. Previously loved books. Special: Preschoolers get one book free.

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THEATER PROJECT BENEFIT AUCTION, silent auction 6-8p.m., live auction 8:30p.m., Brunswick Hotel and Tavern, 4 Noble St., Brunswick. Cash bar, complimentary hor d’oeuvres. Black tie optional. Tickets are $20 and art available at www.theaterproject.com.

FOLK DANCE BRUNSWICK, 6:30-9p.m.,

People Plus, 36 Union St., Brunwsick.

Many dances are taught, no partner needed. Music and dance from around the world. $5 donation. All are welcome. 200-7577.

GRAND AND GLORIOUS YARD SALE OPENING NIGHT, 6-8p.m., old Borders bookstore, Merrymeeting Plaza, Brunswick. Tickets to the opening night are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Sponsored by Mid Coast Hospital. Sale is free on May 9 from 8a.m. to 3p.m. and May 10 from 9a.m. to noon.

LEARNING LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP, 7-8p.m., Harpswell Heritage Land Trust’s Pott’s Point Preserve. Bring your own camera. 837-9613.

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SPINDLEWORKS PRESENTS “WATERBODIES,” 5-8p.m., Frontier Cafe, 14 Maine Street, Brunswick. Exhibit draws attention to our living planet both to celebrate and to raise awareness of the diversity of species. 20% from each sale will be donated to this important and well-loved organization.

PERFORMANCES

AMERICAN FOLKSONGS CONCERT WITH ADAM MILLER, 7:30p.m., Phippsburg Congregational Church, 10 Church Lane, Phippsburg. Come early to get a good seat.

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CHILDREN’S BOOK SALE, 10a.m. to 5p.m., Patten Free Library. Previously loved books. Special: All books half price.

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APPLE TREE GRAFTING WORKSHOP, 1- 3p.m., Community Garden, Mitchell Field, Harpswell. Scions are free, but apple roots will be available at the FEDCO price of $3 per root. 833-7870.

GRAND AND GLORIOUS YARD SALE, 8a.m. to 3p.m., old Borders bookstore, Merrymeeting Plaza, Brunswick. Sponsored by Mid Coast Hospital.

RABIES CLINIC, 9-11a.m., Coastal Humane Society, 190 Pleasant St., Brunswick. Rabies vaccinations, ear cleaning and nail trimming are $10 each. Microchipping available for $20 per pet. 725-5051.

GAMING CLUB, noon to 3p.m., Cundy’s Harbor Library. Bring your own gaming device, or try out a board game. Snacks provided. 725-1461.

PLANT AND BAKE SALE, 9-11a.m., Key Bank Lawn, Freeport. Procees go to the Wolfe’s Neck Club Scholarship Fund.

“HOPE” BOOK TALK, 3p.m., Gulf of

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Maine Books, Brunswick. Co-writers

Kevin Sullivan and Mary Jordan discuss their book “Hope — A Memoir of Survival in Cleveland” about two women kidnapped by Ariel Castro and held captive for a decade until their dramatic escape. Free and open to the public.

PUBLIC MEALS

MASONIC BEAN SUPPER, 4:30-6p.m., 633 Royalsborough Road, Durham. Baked beans, chop suey, hot dogs, potato salad, cole slaw, bread, pickles and homemade pies. $7.50 for adults, $3 for children 5-12, free for children under 5.

PUBLIC SUPPER, 5-7p.m., Elijah Kellogg Church, 917 Harpswell Rd., Harpswell. Roast pork. $8 per person, $20 per family. 833-6026.

SPAGHETTI SUPPER, 4:30-6:30p.m., Woolwich Central School. To benefit the WCS 8th grade class 2016 trip to Washington D.C. $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $3for children, $20 per immediate family group.

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BEAN SUPPER, 4:30-6:30p.m., Woolwich Grange. Family style. Adults $8, children under 12 $4. 443-6505.

PUBLIC SUPPER, 5-6:30p.m., Brunswick United Methodist Church. Beans, salads, casseroles, homemade pies. Adults $8, children $4.

MAY CELEBRATION AND MEDIEVAL FAIRE, 10a.m. to 1p.m., Merriconeag Waldorf School, 57 Desert Road, Freeport. Maypole dancing, games, delicious foods and drinks. Medieval garb encouraged. 865-3900.

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GRAND AND GLORIOUS YARD SALE, 9a.m. to noon, old Borders bookstore, Merrymeeting Plaza, Brunswick. Sponsored by Mid Coast Hospital.

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COMPLIMENTARY MOTHER’S DAY TEA, 11:30a.m. to 3p.m., Cabot Mill Antiques, Brunswick. 20% off storewide savings. Free, no registration required. Tea, coffee, tea cakes and pastries. Prize drawings. Free literature.

BRADLEY POND WARBLER SERIES FIELD TRIP, 7:30a.m. to noon at the pond. View migrating land birds. 725- 0282.

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH, 8a.m. to noon, Knights of Columbus Hall, Brunswick. $9 for adults, kids 3-9 $4.

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OUNCE OF PREVENTION: “PAIN FREE GARDENING,” 11a.m. to noon, Mid Coast Senior Health Center, 58 Baribeau Drive, Brunswick.

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AUDITIONS FOR BATH AREA SENIOR CITIZENS “VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE” COMMUNITY VARIETY SHOW, 6- 9p.m., 45 Floral St., Bath. 522-9954.

MAINE’S FIRST SHIP ANNUAL RECEPTION, DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION, 5:30-8:30p.m., $35 for one, $65 for two. RSVP to P.O. Box 231, Bath, ME, 04530. 443-4242.

FREE CHILDREN’S PROGRAM AT SEWALL WOODS PRESERVE, 10a.m. at the preserve in Bath. Spring-themed stories from Patten Free Library and outdoor activities with Kennebec Estuary Land Trust for kids 6 and under. 443- 5141.

WHY DO WE NEED CARNIVORES? 7p.m., Curtis Memorial Library, Morrell Meeting Room. Conservation Biologist Geri Vistein will discuss the vital role large carnivores play in the Maine ecosystem.

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LISBON HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING, 6:30p.m., MTM Center, School Street, Lisbon Falls. The topic will be “Korea: Memories from a Forgotten War.” Refreshments to follow. 353-8510.

FILM SCREENING: “ESCAPE FIRE,” 6:30p.m., Patten Free Library. Documentary focuses on the current battle over healthcare in the U.S. PFL partners with Mid Coast Hospital for the event. 443- 5141.

FELLOWSHIP GALLERY SHOW, 10a.m. to 4p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, Brunswick. Featuring the series “Figures in Motion” and “Gods of the Ancients.” 729-8515.

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BIRDING AT CRYSTAL SPRING FARM, 7:30a.m. at the farm. Jan Pierson will lead participants through a walk in hopes of seeing sparrows, bluebirds, boblinks and several species of warblers. 729-7694.

STORY TIME, 11a.m., Cundy’s Harbor Library. Weekly story time with activities and a snack. 725-1461.

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