Upcoming events

“Freeport Artists of the Past, 1870-1950,” on display through Dec. 16, Freeport Historical Society’s Harrington House, 45 Main St. Admission $5, $3 for members and children 12 and under. For more information, call 865-3170.

Art by four current or retired library staff members, on exhibit in June, Freeport Community Library. Photography of Arlene Arris and Robin Lowell, acrylic paintings by Beth Edmonds, altered book creations by Elaine Schmidt.

Freeport Rotary, meets every Wednesday, 7 a.m., Harraseeket Inn, 162 Main St., Freeport. Feel free to stop by and see what the group is about, or call Jeffrie Wetherhold, 272-2635, for more information.

Alcoholics Anonymous, Wednesdays, noon and 7:30 p.m.; AlAnon, Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.; Business Debtors Anonymous, Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m., First Parish Church Congregational, 40 Main St., Freeport.

Wescustago Youth Chorale new singer auditions, Wednesday, June 8, Mast Landing School, Freeport, for the 2015-2016 season. Youth in grades 3-12 can sign up for an audition slot with Leigh, wyc.palmer@gmail.com. For more information, see https://wescustago.wordpress.com.

Parkinson’s disease support group, for people just diagnosed, caregivers and people who have been living with the diagnosis, every Wednesday, 10 a.m., YMCA of Southern Maine, Casco Bay Branch, Freeport. For more information, call 865-9600.

Adult coloring group, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Freeport Community Library. Dedicated space provided every Wednesday for anyone 18 and older to drop-in and color for an hour or so. Library will provide detailed coloring book pages, colored pencils, large assortment of crayons.

Freeport Appointments Committee, Wednesday, June 8, 7 a.m., Town Hall.

Freeport Project Review Board, Wednesday, June 8, 6 p.m. Town Council Chambers.

Freeport Coastal Waters Commission, Wednesday, June 8, 6 p.m., Freeport Community Center.

Author Phillip Hoose, talks about his book, “Moonbird: A Year on the Wind with the Great Survivor B95,” as guest speaker at Freeport Conservation Trust annual meeting, Wednesday, June 8, 7 p.m., Freeport Community Center. For more information, see www.freeportconservationtrust.com.

“Ghost the Musical,” Wednesday, June 8-Saturday, June 25, Maine State Music Theatre, Pickard Theater, on Bowdoin College campus, Brunswick. For times and tickets, see www.msmt.org, call 725-8769, or visit the box office.

Freeport Shellfish Conservation Commission, Thursday, June 9, 6:30 p.m., Freeport Community Center.

Signups for summer reading and bedtime math programs, Wednesday,

June 8-Thursday, June 30, Freeport Community Library. Crafts, programs to watch, therapy dogs to read to and more. For more information, stop by the library or call 865-3307.

Food Addicts Anonymous, Thursdays, 9 a.m., First Parish Church Congregational, 40 Main St., Freeport.

Yarmouth Farmers Market, Thursdays through Sept. 29, 3-6 p.m., in front of 317 Main.

Maine author Gerry Boyle, talks about his new book in Jack McMorrow series, “Straw Man,” Friday, June 10, 7 p.m., Freeport Community Library.

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Macauley Lord, presentation about what it’s like to float the great trout rivers of Argentina in a kickboat powered solely by scuba fins, Friday, June 10, 7 p.m., L.L. Bean camping department atrium, Freeport.

Parkside Prelude, hosted by FreeportUSA, Friday, June 10, 5-8 p.m., Memorial Park, Freeport. Live music by Nashville musicians Dave Pahanish and Hugh Mitchell, lawn games, treats from SPüN Bakery, Bridgham & Cook, Casco Bay Cutlery & Kitchenware, Wilbur’s of Maine, Café Crepe and Linda Bean’s. Free.

Psychic and Crystal Fair, Saturday, June 11, 11 a.m. -4 p.m., Leapin’ Lizards, 123 Main St., Freeport. Psychics, mediums, aura scans, jewelry and crystal vendors. For more information, call 865-0900.

Wagon Ride to the Past, Saturdays, June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 and Sept. 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wolfe’s Neck Farm, 184 Burnett Road, Freeport. Hear stories of the ship captains, fishermen, farmers, teachers and homemakers who have lived on Wolfe’s Neck over the past 250 years. Recommended for those ages 12 and above. $10, $5 for ages 12-18. For more information, see www.wolfesneckfarm.org.

Fuego Diablo car boot/yard sale, Saturday, June 11, 8 a.m.-noon, 52 Loring Lane, Pownal. For more information, call 408-3105.

Debtors Anonymous, Saturdays, 9 a.m., First Parish Church Congregational, 40 Main St., Freeport.

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Haywagon rides, Saturday and Sunday through Sept. 25, every 30 minutes from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Wolfe’s Neck Farm, 184 Burnett Road, Freeport. $3 per person. For more information, see www.wolfesneckfarm.org.

Farm fields and livestock tour, Saturday and Sunday through Sept. 25, 2 p.m., Wolfe’s Neck Farm, 184 Burnett Road, Freeport. $5 per person. For more information, see www.wolfesneckfarm.org.

Osprey Watch, Saturday, June 11; Sunday, June 19; Tuesday, June 21; Saturday, June 25; Tuesday, June 28, 2-3 p.m., Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Stop by the osprey sign opposite Googins Island to get a close look at the nesting ospreys, weather permitting. Wheelchair accessible. Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Explore Brunswick Train Day, Saturday, June 11, 1:30-5 p.m., Brunswick Visitor Center, Station Avenue. Free events include self-guided tour to see Amtrak’s past such as vintage ads, menus, employee attire. Children can play with toy trains, color and maneuver workable train signals and answer trivia. For more information, see www.brunswickdowntown.org.

Free concert, with Nashville singer-songwriters Dave Pahanish and Hugh Mitchell, Saturday, June 11, 3-4 p.m., Town Mall. For more information, see www.brunswickdowntown.org.

Steamer Dig, Sunday, June 12, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Learn about the life and times of the soft-shell clam. Then try your hand at digging (bring mud sneakers or high boots and clam hoe or spading fork). Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Wildflower walk, Sunday, June 12, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Come for a walk in the woods to enjoy the spring wildflowers. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot. Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Family Fun Day, hosted by Freeport Conservation Trust, Sunday, June 12, 1-3 p.m., Powell Point Preserve. Attendees should park at paved turnaround on Lambert Road, about a mile from South Freeport Road. Continue on Lambert Road on foot to Powell Point trailhead sign on the right. For more information, see www.freeportconservationtrust.org.

“Portland’s Horse-Drawn Heritage,” Sundays through June 19 and Sept. 11-Oct. 2, 1-4 p.m., or by appointment, Skyline Farm Carriage Museum, 95 The Lane, North Yarmouth. Exhibit focuses on the West End area of Portland during the horse era 1840-1910. Free admission, donations welcome.

South Freeport Congregational Church, UCC, worship each Sunday at 9:30 a.m., 98 South Freeport Road, South Freeport. Sunday school for kids pre-K through eighth grade provided during the service as is nursery care. Coffee and refreshments after the service.

First Parish Church Congregational, 40 Main St., Freeport, Sunday schedule: worship at 10 a.m., followed by coffee hour. All welcome.

North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road, worship service Sunday, 9 a.m., led by the Rev. Ray St. Pierre. Sunday School for children and adults 10:30 a.m. For more information, see www.northpownalumc.org.

Music Jam-Along, Sunday June 12, 2-4 p.m., Freeport Community Library. Bring acoustic stringed instruments and make music with friends and neighbors. Some folk and bluegrass lyrics with chords will be projected for all to see. Listeners, singers, and all musician levels welcome.

Winslow Park Commission, Monday, June 13, 6:30 p.m., Freeport Town Hall.

Freeport Conservation Commission, Tuesday, June 14, 6 p.m., Freeport Community Center.

Durham Board of Selectmen, Tuesday, June 14, 6:30 p.m., Town Office.

Story times, Freeport Community Library, 10 Library Drive, Tuesdays, Babies & Toddlers, 10-10:30 a.m.; Pre-schoolers, 10:30-11 a.m. For more information, call 865-3307 or see www.freeportlibrary.com.

Cribbage, Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-noon, Eureka Community Center, corner of Route 9 and Route 136, Durham. For more information call the Town Office, 353-2561.

Freeport Falcon Football registration, Tuesday, June 14, 6-7:30 p.m.,

Pownal Road Field, For more information, see www.freeportfootball.com or contact Becky Michaud, mishes@comcast.net.

Talk on vintage lamps, by Dave Tanguay, Windham Historical Society vice president, Tuesday, June 14, 6:30 p.m., Skyline Farm Visitor Center, 95 The Lane, North Yarmouth.

Talk will outline the various lamps’ functions from commercial uses in transportation, commerce, industry and recreational applications. Free. Donations welcome.

Pownal Planning Board public hearing, Wednesday, June 15, 6 p.m., Mallett Hall. Last hearing on ordinance amendments and proposals that will be presented for vote at town meeting June 20.

Parkinson’s Support Group, third Wednesday of the month, June 15, 1-2:30 p.m., Bay Square at Yarmouth, 27 Forest Falls Drive (opposite the post office). Ongoing monthly support group meeting for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Walk-ins welcome.

Peony Bloom & Ice Cream social, Wednesday, June 15, 5-7 p.m., Gilsland Farm Audubon Center, Falmouth. For more information, see www.maineaudubon.org/peonyday2016.

“Jack and the Beanstock,” Wednesday, June 15, 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 18, 11 a.m., Maine State Music Theatre, Pickard Theater, on Bowdoin College campus, Brunswick. Tickets $10-$15. Order at www.msmt.org, call 725-8769, or visit the box office.

Grief support group, for those grieving the death of a loved due to overdose or substance abuse, meets the first and third Thursday of the month, 3:30-5 p.m., CHANS Hospice, 45 Baribeau Drive, Brunswick. For more information, call 721-1357.

Freeport Active Living Committee, Thursday, June 16, 7:30 a.m., Town Council Chambers.

Freeport Open Stage Coffee House, Saturday, June 18, 7 p.m., Freeport Community Library meeting room.

Stories in Stone, Saturday, June 18, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Get to know the story of Maine’s rockbound coast on this walk with talks and activities. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot. Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Freeport Rotary Close to the Coast Race and Family Fun Day, Saturday, June 18, Winslow Park, Freeport. Race at 9 a.m. Festivities follow, including barbecue, games, bouncy house, beer, live music. For more information, see www.freeportmaine.com or call 865-4198.

Yard sale, sponsored by Women’s Auxiliary of AMVETs Post 13, Saturday, June 18, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., AMVETs hall, 1049 Royalsborough Road, Durham. Table rentals available for $10. For more information, contact Erica Burke, 841-4017, or jjburkex2@comcast.net.

Freeport Free Camping Week, June 18-26, Winslow Park, Freeport. Freeport residents camp for free. No reservations taken. Residents must register in person and immediately set up camp. Unused sites will be re-rented or given to other patrons. For more information, see www.freeportmaine.com or call 865-4198.

Grief support group, hosted by Life Choice Hospice, third Sunday of every month, June 19, noon-1 p.m., Sedgewood Commons, 22 Northbrook Drive, Falmouth. No registration required and drop-ins welcome. For more information, call 761-6967.

Wild Relatives, Monday, June 20, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Get acquainted with the wild relatives of things in and around your home on this tour. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot. Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Freeport Sewer District trustees meeting, Monday, June 20, 7 p.m., treatment plant, 43 South Freeport Road, Freeport. For more information, call 865-3540.

Cave Quest Vacation Bible School, Monday, June 20-Friday, June 24, 9 a.m.-noon, South Freeport Congregational Church, 98 South Freeport Road, Freeport. For kids ages 5-12. Storytelling, singing, dancing, arts and crafts discovery time, snacks and more. Free (donations welcomed). For more information or to register, call 865-4012 or email Beth, southfreeportchurch@gmail.com.

Freeport Solid Waste/Recycling Committee, Monday, June 20, 5:30 p.m., Town Hall.

Pownal annual town meeting, Monday, June 20, 7 p.m., Pownal Elementary School.

Freeport Traffic and Parking Commission, Tuesday, June 21, 7:30 a.m., Town Council Chambers.

Freeport Town Council, Tuesday, June 21, 6:30 p.m., Town Council Chambers.

Stroll with the Ranger, Wednesday, June 22, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Take a relaxed tour with the ranger on this wheelchair- and stroller-accessible path. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot.Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Habitat Hunt, Thursday, June 23, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Get to know the local wildlife and their habitats in the park. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot.Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Hike with the Ranger, Friday, June 24, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Enjoy the best that the park has to offer in this season on a hike with a knowledgeable guide. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot.Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Durham Warriors Survival Challenge, Friday, June 24-Sunday, June 26, Maine Forest Yurts, Auburn/Pownal Road, Durham. Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., followed by meet-and-greet at the Crowley farm. Concessions available from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. during the event. Proceeds benefit Durham Warriors Project, a nonprofit that covers the costs for disabled veterans and nonprofit groups focused on education and family to stay at Maine Forest Yurts. Donations accepted at event or online at www.DurhamWarriors.org and www.MaineForestYurts.com.

Community yard sale, Saturday, June 25, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., in the church hall, First Parish Church Congregational, 40 Main St., Freeport.Tables can be rented for $15. Call Candy, 865-9288, or Brenda, 865-3700.

Forest Detective, Sunday, June 26, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. The forest is an open book, if you know how to read it. Learn how on this fascinating tour. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot. Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Durham Board of Selectmen, Tuesday, June 28, 6:30 p.m., Town Office.

Secrets of the Shore, Wednesday, June 29, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Discover the secrets of life in the salt marsh, mud flats, gravel beach and rocky shore. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot. Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

Casco Bay Walk, Thursday, June 30, 2 p.m., weather permitting, Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Freeport. Enjoy views of rocky shores, nesting ospreys, and islands in the bay on this 1-mile hike with a park ranger. Meet at circle of benches by second parking lot. Free with park admission. For more information, call 865-4465 or see www.maine.gov/wolfesneckwoods.

“Evita,” Wednesday, June 29-Saturday, July 16, Maine State Music Theatre, Pickard Theater, on Bowdoin College campus, Brunswick. For times and tickets, see www.msmt.org, call 725-8769, or visit the box office.

First Parish Market, featuring artists, crafters and other vendors, Saturdays, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10 and Oct. 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., First Parish Church Congregational, 40 Main St., Freeport. For more information, email Patty at FirstParishMarket@gmail.com or call 865-6022.

Remembering Brunswick Naval Air Station Reunion, July 15-17, Brunswick. For former military personnel or civilian employees stationed at BNAS. All family members of military personnel and dependents also welcome. Make reservations by July 2. For more information, see http://bnasreunion.org.

“Fiddler on the Roof,” Wednesday, July 20-Saturday, Aug. 6, Maine State Music Theatre, Pickard Theater, on Bowdoin College campus, Brunswick. For times and tickets, see www.msmt.org, call 725-8769, or visit the box office.

“Mama Mia,” Wednesday, Aug. 10-Saturday, Aug. 27, Maine State Music Theatre, Pickard Theater, on Bowdoin College campus, Brunswick. For times and tickets, see www.msmt.org, call 725-8769, or visit the box office.

We love to eat

Bean supper, Saturday, June 11, 4:30-6 p.m., Acacia Lodge, Route 136 across from River Park, Durham. Baked beans, hot dogs, potato salad, cole slaw, chop suey, corn bread, pickles, homemade pies. $8, $4 for children 5-12, free for kids under 5. All proceeds going to Shawn Bennett.

Bean supper, Saturday, June 11, 5-6 p.m., First Parish Church Congregational, 40 Main St., Freeport. Three kinds of homemade baked beans, macaroni and cheese, American chop suey, hot dogs, rolls, pickles, coleslaw, pies, beverages and more. $9, children $4. Profits support outreach programs. Suppers held the second Saturday of every month.

Third Friday Free Lunch, June 17, noon-1 p.m., Freeport Community Center.

Baked bean and spaghetti supper, Saturday, June 18, seatings at 5 and 6 p.m., First Parish Congregational Church, Route 9, Pownal. $9, $4 for children 5-12, free for children under 5. To reserve tickets call Lois, 688-4433

Farm to Table Dinner, Sunday, June 19, 5-8 p.m., Wolfe’s Neck Farm, Mallett Barn, Freeport. Meal prepared by chefs at Gather Farm Fresh Eatery and Frontier Cafe, beer from Maine Beer Co., spirits from New England Distilling and live music. $75. For more information, see www.wolfesneckfarm.org.

Durham Community Lunch, Tuesday, June 21, noon, First Congregational Church of Durham, routes 9 and 136. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. $2-$4 donation. Proceeds fund future lunches. General schedule is the first and third Tuesday of the month. Those interested in helping or have questions can call Julie Wagoner, 353-9715.

Baked bean supper, Saturday, June 25, 5-6 p.m., Harraseeket Grange, 13 Elm St., Freeport. Three kinds of homemade beans, hot dogs, pickles, biscuits, brown bread, potato salad, cole slaw, pasta salad, homemade pies, coffee, beverages. All homemade. $9, all you can eat. $4 for kids 6-12, free for kids under 6. Suppers the fourth Saturday of the month through October, July 23, Aug. 27, Sept. 24, Oct. 22.

Freeport Elders Association Pancake Breakfast, first Saturday of each month, 8-10 a.m., Freeport Community Center, 53 Depot St. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausages, coffee or tea, juice, $3.50 for adults, $3 for seniors, $2 for children 12 and under. Deluxe breakfast is scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausages, biscuit, coffee or tea, juice, $4.50, $4 for seniors.

Farm to Table Dinner, Sunday, Aug. 14, 5-8 p.m., Wolfe’s Neck Farm, Mallett Barn, Freeport. Family farm celebration with Fire & Co. For more information, see www.wolfesneckfarm.org.

Farm to Table Dinner, Sunday, Oct. 16, 5-8 p.m., Wolfe’s Neck Farm, Mallett Barn, Freeport. Harvest dinner with Union. $75. For more information, see www.wolfesneckfarm.org.

The pottery-wheel scene in “Ghost the Musical,” which opens Wednesday, June 8, at Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick.

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