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OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS BATH/BRUNSWICK, noon, St. Mary’s Church, 144 Lincoln St., Bath.
TOPSHAM SCHOOLS ART SHOW RECEPTION, 4 p.m., Topsham Public Library, 25 Foreside Dr., Topsham. An exhibit of artwork from students of Woodside and Williams-Cone elementary schools, and Mt. Ararat High School. The exhibit will be on display through June 7.
‘DO YOU HAVE INVASIVE PLANTS ON YOUR PROPERTY?’ 5:30-7 p.m., Harpswell Heritage Land Trust, 153 Harpswell Neck Road (Route 123), Harpswell. A free event presented by Harpswell Invasive Plant Partnership to help people learn how to identify invesive plants, learn methods of control and what native Maine plants can be subsitutes. Register at [email protected] (Subject line: “HIPP 5/22 lecture”). FMI, call (207) 837-9613, email [email protected] or visit hhltmaine.org.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS INFO SESSION, 6 p.m., Patten Free Library, 33 Summer St., Bath. Information for local high school students and their families about the college search, selection and application process. Free and open to the public. No pre-registration required. FMI, contact Roberta Jordan at (207) 443-5141 ext. 25.
TEASER TUESDAYS: “SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN,” 6 p.m., Curtis Memorial Library, Morrell Meeting Room, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick. Maine State Music Theatre presents a free showing of “Singin’ in the Rain,” with popcorn, trivia and a talkback with Curt Dale Clark. FMI, visit msmt.org/film-tuesdays.
‘OWLS TO WARBLERS,’ 7 p.m., Georgetown Historical Society, 20 Bay Point Road, Georgetown. Ted Allen of Merrymeeting Audubon will give a talk about birds that inhabit the town; he will be joined by Ruth Indrick of Kennebec Estuary Land Trust. FMI, call (207) 371-9200 or visit georgetownhistoricalsociety.org.
NOR’EASTERS BARBERSHOP CHORUS REHEARSAL, 7 p.m., Bath United Methodist Church, 340 Oak Grove Avenue, Bath. Men of all ages who like to sing are welcome. FMI, call (207) 542- 7229.
RED CLOAK HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR, 7:30 p.m., Bath. A twilight walking tour of Bath, seeing many original homes, hearing of some haunts and spirits and learning about early history. Appropriate for all; by reservation only. Meeting location revealed upon reservation. Cost is $15 for adults, $7 for children younger than 12, free for children younger than age 5. FMI or to make a reservation, call (207) 380-3806 or visit redcloakhauntedhistorytours.com.
PUBLIC MEALS
FREE COMMUNITY MEAL, 5-6 p.m., Pathway Vineyard Church, 2 Columbus Dr., Brunswick. FMI, contact [email protected].
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PEJEPSCOT HISTORICAL SOCIETY BROWN BAG LECTURE SERIES, noon to 1 p.m., Pejepscot Historical Society, 159 Park Row, Brunswick. A talk, titled “The Significance of the Scots-Irish Migration in Maine: 1718-2018,’ by Rebecca Graham, chairwoman of the Maine Ulster Scots Project. Free for members, $5 for non-members. Coffee and cookies provided, bring your own lunch.
CATHANCE RIVER EDUCATION
ALLIANCE ANNUAL MEETING, 4:30 p.m., Holden Frost House, Highlands, 24
Elm St., Topsham. Refreshments will be served and there will be a panel discussion sharing different perspectives on CREA’s 18 years of educational opportunities.
FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS, 7 p.m., Topsham Medical Building, 4 Horton Place, Topsham. FMI, call (207) 528-5550.
PERFORMANCES
HIGH WINDS FLUTE CHOIR, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Freeport Community Library, Meeting Room, 10 Library Dr., Freeport. The Choir is comprised of retired educators and serious amateurs from coastal and inland towns from Yarmouth to Damariscotta. FMI, call (207) 865-3307 or visit freeportlibrary.com.
BRUNSWICK HIGH SCHOOL SPRING BAND CONCERT, 7 p.m., Crooker Theater, Brunswick High School, 116 Maquoit Road, Brunswick. Free and open to the public.
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FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS, 9 a.m., First Parrish Cong. Church, 40 Main St., Freeport. 838- 8991.
THURSDAY HIKERS, 9 a.m., locations vary. Weekly Thursday outings geared to active seniors. FMI, visit hike.micstan.us.
STORY BOOK WALK, 10-11 a.m., Lilly Pond Community Forest, off High Street, Bath. Kennebec Estuary Land Trust and Patten Free Library present “Forest Floor Safari,” with stories and outdoor activities for children age 6 and younger. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to take part in the activities. Long pants and closed toe shoes are recommended. To sign up, contact Patten Free Library’s Children’s Room at (207) 443-5141 ext. 17 or [email protected].
STORY TIME, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Cundy’s Harbor Library, 935 Cundy’s Harbor Road, Cundy’s Harbor. FMI, call (207) 725-1461 or visit cundysharbor.me.
QUAHOG BAY CONSERVANCY PROGRAM & TOUR, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 286 Bethel Point Road, Cundy’s Harbor. Tour the property and go out on a boat to view the oyster site and other projects. FMI, call (207) 725-1461.
TECH TIME, 1-3 p.m., Cundy’s Harbor Library, 935 Cundy’s Harbor Road, Cundy’s Harbor. FMI, call (207) 725- 1461 or visit cundysharbor.me.
‘TALK SAVES LIVES: AN INTRODUCTION TO SUICIDE PREVENTION,’ 6-7 p.m., Peace and Community Center, 44 Summer St., 3rd floor (enter on side entrance), Bath. The free presentation covers the general scope of suicide, research on prevention and what people can do to stop it. Open to anyone age 15 and older. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to Cristal Homan at [email protected].
T.O.P.S. MEETING (TAKING OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY), weigh-in 6-6:40p.m., followed by meeting. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 330 Maine St., Brunswick. For more information, call 729-6400.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY BRUNSWICK, 6- 8 p.m., 2 Columbus Drive, Brunswick. Dinner provided at no cost. A Christ-centered recovery program for anyone struggling with hurts, habits, hang-ups or addiction.
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 7 p.m., St. Paul’s Church, Brunswick.
RED CLOAK HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR, 7:30 p.m., Bath. A twilight walking tour of Bath, seeing many original homes, hearing of some haunts and spirits and learning about early history. Appropriate for all; by reservation only. Meeting location revealed upon reservation. Cost is $15 for adults, $7 for children younger than 12, free for children younger than age 5. FMI or to make a reservation, call (207) 380-3806 or visit redcloakhauntedhistorytours.com.
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FINE ARTS RECEPTION, 5-7 p.m., Centre St. Arts Gallery, 11 Centre St., Bath. A reception featuring Katharina Keough and gallery members; refreshments. FMI, call (207) 442-0300.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY GROUP MEETING, 6 p.m., Freedom Fellowship, Wiscasset. On Rt. 1, across from Norm’s Used Cars. 344-8660.
FOLK DANCE BRUNSWICK, 6:30-9 p.m., People Plus, 35 Union St., Brunwsick. Many dances are taught, no partner needed. Music and dance from around the world. $5 donation. All are welcome. 200-7577.
PERFORMANCES
BRUNSWICK HIGH SCHOOL TALENT SHOW, 7 p.m., Crooker Theater, Brunswick High School, 116 Maquoit Road, Brunswick. Free and open to the public.
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33RD ANNUAL PLANTS FOR PEACE SALE, 9-10 a.m., 3 Greenleaf St. (first right off River Road), Brunswick. Benefits Brunswick-Trinidad Sister City, Maine Peace Fund and Seeds fo Peace; garden will be open for browsing.
SPRING PLANT SALE, 9-11 a.m., Georgetown Fire Department Center Station, 777 Five Islands Road, Georgetown. Hosted by the Georgetown Fire Department Auxiliary; annuals, perennials, houseplants and more for sale.
‘GOT INVASIVES?” IDENTIFICATION AND WORK DAY, 9 a.m. to noon, Johnson Field Preserve on mackerel Cove, Abner Point Road (off Route 24/Harpswell Islands Road), Bailey Island. The free event is presented by Harpswell Invasive Plant Partnership to learn how to identify invasive plants, learn control methods and get hands-on experience. Register at [email protected] (Subject line: “HIPP 5/26 workday”). Bring water, snack, gloves, hat and, if you have them, clippers, loppers, saw, and sun and flea defense. Work will be at your own pace. FMI, call (207) 837-9613, email [email protected] or visit hhltmaine.org.
BOOK, PLANT AND BAKE SALE, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bridge Academy Public Library, 44 Middle Road (Route 127/197), Dresden. The annual fundraiser helps support library operations. There also will be food and live music. FMI, call (207) 737-8810.
7TH ANNUAL TAKING ROOT PLANT SALE, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Masonic Hall, 65 Baribeau Dr., Brunswick. Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust’s annual plant sale; proceeds benefit the Tom Settlemire Community Garden. An array of local heirloom varieties and hearty plants, plus an opportunity to talk to master gardeners.
YARD SALE FUNDRAISER, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 181 Main St., Freeport. The Greater Freeport Community Chorus will host a yard sale fundraiser, featuring antiques, furniture, tools and more. Rain date is Sunday, May 27.
PAUSE FOR PRAYER, noon, Gazebo on the Town Mall, Maine Street, Brunswick. A prayer gathering.
‘DISPATCH FROM OKINAWA: VETERANS FOR PEACE STANDS WITH OPPONENTS OF US BASE,’ 3-5 p.m., Curtis Memorial Library, Morrell Meeting Room, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick. Members of Veterans for Peave will talk about their recent trip to Okinawa. Free and open to all. FMI, call (207) 865-3802.
HYMN SING, 6:30 p.m., Sebasco Church of the Nazarene, 583 Sebasco Road, Phippsburg. All are welcome; refreshments to follow. FMI, call (207) 389- 1637.
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