The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust is seeking items for its annual online auction. This year, all proceeds from the auction will go toward returning power to Goat Island Light House.

The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust is seeking items for its annual online auction. All proceeds from the auction will go toward returning power to Goat Island Light House. Courtesy photo

Patrons can support the conservation trust by donating an auction items. Welcomed items include, gift certificates for businesses, restaurants, lodging, services, events, and recreational activities, clothing, merchandise, new or gently used items, gift baskets, art, jewelry, handmade items, antiques and autographed items, etc.

The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust preserves land for use by current and future generations and strives to manage properties in a manner that reflects the natural and cultural heritage of Kennebunkport.

To arrange for drop-off or pick-up of items, email Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Operations Manager Heather Magaw at  hmagaw@kporttrust.org.

FMI on the KCT: https://www.kporttrust.org/.

Wildlife service to open new office and visitor center in Kennebunk

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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service last week announced construction work began Oct. 23 on a multipurpose center in Kennebunk that will serve as a focal point for connecting people to nature in southern coastal Maine and celebrating the life and work of Rachel Carson.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service last week announced construction work began Oct. 23 on a multipurpose center in Kennebunk that will serve as a focal point for connecting people to nature in southern coastal Maine and celebrating the life and work of Rachel Carson. Dan King photo

When remodeling of the existing building and construction of a new visitor services wing is complete, the 11,666-square-foot facility will house the offices and visitor center for the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge and the Gulf of Maine Coastal Program.

According to a wildlife service news release, the building, located at 188 Brown St. in Kennebunk, will provide office space for approximately 15 full-time permanent employees who manage the refuge and engage in conservation projects with partners throughout southern Maine. An exhibit hall and trails will be accessible, and a multipurpose room will be equipped to welcome groups of up to 45 persons for environmental education programs and other events.

“I’m looking forward to working more closely with the team at Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge and being co-located at the multipurpose center will provide our respective programs a great opportunity to advance our shared conservation goals,” said Chris Meaney, project leader for the Gulf of Maine Coastal Program.

Karl Stromayer, refuge manager for Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, said that Refuge staff “are really excited to be moving forward with construction. This facility is going to be a wonderful resource to better support both refuge and coastal program staff and to connect people to the natural beauty and wildlife habitats here in southern Coastal Maine.”

The facility was designed according to the council on Environmental Quality’s Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings. The environmentally friendly and energy efficient building will also be bird-friendly as part of the service’s efforts to prevent bird-window collisions at its facilities.

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The visitor center will feature exhibits showcasing the conservation efforts conducted by the refuge and the Gulf of Maine Coastal Program and the life and contributions of Rachel Carson. The facility was designed by Oak Point Associates of Biddeford and construction will be implemented by Benchmark Construction of Westbrook. The new facility is expected to open to the public in spring or summer 2026.

Magazine highlights conservation trust efforts

“Trust in our Town,” the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust’s annual full color, glossy magazine features a year-in-review recap, with articles profiling conservation trust board members, trails, islands, events, and activities. The magazine is mailed to all residents of Kennebunkport, Cape Porpoise and Arundel and is available throughout the year at trust headquarters, Kennebunkport Town Hall, Graves Library, Bradbury Brothers Market, and other locations, free of charge.

For more information, email Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Operations Manager Heather Magaw at hmagaw@kporttrust.org.

Conservation trust hires Van Haren as education coordinator

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Jenna Van Haren was recently hired as the K-5 education program coordinator at Kennebunkport Conservation Trust. A native of Wisconsin, Van Haren is a biology major with a master’s degree in environmental education. She has spent the past eight years working on the East Coast teaching environmental education programs in school districts, working firsthand with teachers and students, both in the classroom and out in nature.

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According to a trust news release, Van Haren said she is excited to “reach out to the teachers in the community, get to know their goals and to get to work involving as many RSU 21 students and teachers as possible in hands on learning and field trips at Kennebunkport Conservation Trust properties, throughout the school year.”

Van Haren said her love of “insects, bugs, and creepy crawly things such as toads, frogs, salamanders and snakes,” is a hit with young learners, and is a great way to get them interested in nature no matter where they are. “Bugs are everywhere, and kids can learn from them anywhere-not just in nature, all houses have spiders and other insects in corners and basements for kids to look for and learn about, and when they see my genuine enthusiasm for insects it helps them engage more. I’m excited to bring my knowledge from working in the environment all over the country to the students here, and teaching and learning along with the students and educators in this community.”

Town of Arundel

Arundel shares election information

The town of Arundel will hold an election on Tuesday, Nov. 7 at the Arundel Municipal Building located at 257 Limerick Road, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Registration of new voters, as well as changes of name or address, may be made with the registrar at the town office during regular business hours of Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or at the polls on Election Day.

Residents may request an absentee ballot or vote in person at the town clerk’s office without any specific reason until 5 p.m. on Nov. 2. Online absentee ballot request forms are available at www.maine.gov/cgi-bin/online/AbsenteeBallot/index.pl.

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For more information, call the Arundel Town Office at 207-985-4201.

Council seeks host family for exchange student

Barbara Foss, local coordinator for the Council of International Exchange, is seeking a host for a foreign exchange student for second semester.

According to Foss, the student is in 11th grade and attends school in Kennebunk. His host family could only sign up for first semester due to commitments after that. The council’s hope is that the student will be able to “stay in the area.” She said, “he enjoys music, math, science, and video games, and has a strong connection to his childhood friend back in Japan and will share openly and talk animatedly about his life and experiences in Japan … He is curious and enjoys having experiences. Previous family has been to a Sea Dogs game, visited a pirate museum in Salem Massachusetts, explored Portland, gone apple picking, visited the Common Ground Fair, and volunteered at the Arundel Conservation Trust’s Trail Fest.”

For more information, email Barbara Foss at bfoss2@maine.com.

Graves Library hosts journalist and governor

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Journalist Shannon Mullen will visit Graves Memorial Library, with Gov. Janet Mills, to talk about her book, “In Other Words, Leadership: How a Young Mother’s Weekly Letters to Her Governor Helped Both Women Brave the First Pandemic Year.” The discussion is scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5.

The first woman to serve as governor of Maine, Mills, had been in office a year when COVID-19 reached the United States. According to a news release, the recently-widowed 72-year-old wrote in her journal there is “no playbook for a pandemic” as she imposed unprecedented restrictions on her state. When early support for the governor’s response curdled to rampant opposition, a young mother named Ashirah Knapp sent a letter of support from a remote homestead in the woods of Maine. Ashirah’s handwritten dispatch detailed how the public health emergency was upending her family’s life and livelihood, and she promised to keep writing “every week until we are through this time” to remind the governor how many Mainers supported her despite the disruption.  Mullen weaves from these two women’s letters and the governor’s journal, which were never intended for publication.

Copies of the book will be for sale. Light refreshments will be served. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Parking is available at the Village Fire Station (North Street) and Consolidated School (Route 9). Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine St., Kennebunkport.

For more information or to register, call 967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

A fab-ulous concert descends on Town House School

Jimi Hendrix songs were the focus of the Oct. 25 Mid-Week Music Series at the Town House School in Kennebunkport. The concert featured,, from left, Mark Gunter (keyboards), John Kumnick (bass), Dylan Kumnick (drums) and Dana Pearson (guitar). Mid-Week Music continues Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. with JohnPaulGeorgeRingo. For tickets, visit kporths.com/events, email info@kporths.com, or call 967-2751.  Dan King photo

Mid-Week Music continues Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. with JohnPaulGeorgeRingo. The monthly concert series is held at the Kennebunkport Historical Society’s Town House School at 135 North St.

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Dana Pearson and Andy MacLeod have performed several Mid-Week Music concerts of Fab tunes. On Nov. 8, they’ll be joined by percussionist Marc Kaplan to play an assortment of songs performed by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr both during and after their time in The Beatles.

For tickets, visit kporths.com/events, email info@kporths.com, or call 967-2751.

Conservation trust sundial dedicated to Cmaylo

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Kathy Cmaylo retired after 35 years of teaching in 2017. For many years, Kathy was known to utilize the nearby Kennebunkport Conservation Trust properties in her lesson plans to further expand on the students’ learning experiences. According to a trust news relese, when she retired, Cmaylo’s co-workers at Consolidated School in Kennebunkport chipped in and collected $500 that they presented to the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust, to be used in her honor.

Mid-Week Music raises funds for the Kennebunkport Historical Society. Upcoming shows at the Town House School include JohnPaulGeorgeRingo on Nov. 8, Third Annual Christmas Show on Dec. 6 and Dec. 10 and Another Night Without Neil Young (but with his music) on Jan. 10. Dan King photo

This past August, Cmaylo was hosted for a ceremony and unveiling of a sundial inscribed with her name at the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust’s 50th anniversary party.

Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Executive Director Tom Bradbury, along with staff and board members decided early on that a sundial was the perfect way to honor Kathy.

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“We felt children would appreciate the learning aspect of it, and it would be a great way to honor a beloved teacher who taught so many stu

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dents on the trust properties,” said Bradbury in an email.

Church on the Cape collecting wool blend socks

Church on the Cape partners with Grace-Street Ministries in Portland each year for a sock campaign. New wool blend socks in all sizes are collected and distributed to the unhoused population by the ministry.

Each pair of socks that is given away from the sock campaign comes with a tag that says, “with love from Church on the Cape.”

Last year, with the money donated by the church, approximately 300 $10 Dunkin’ gift cards were added to the socks.

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Pastor Logan of Grace Street Ministries said, “It’s a big help, and a godsend during a Maine winter. There are approximately 280 tents spread throughout the city of Portland year-round. All are grateful for a warm clean pair of socks.”

Those who would like to contribute to the sock campaign can drop off donations made out to Church on the Cape and write “Socks” on the memo line, at 3 Langsford Road, Cape Porpoise, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., or during Sunday Worship Service at 10 a.m.

For more information on Church on the Cape, visit wwww.churchonthecape.org. For more information on Grace Street Ministries, visit www.gracestreetministries.org.

Harvest Fair at St. David’s

St. David’s (Route 1, Kennebunk), is holding its annual Harvest Fair on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair will offer the same tables as in previous years, silent auction, themed gift baskets for raffle, treasures, jewelry, homemade baked and frozen goods, handmade crafts, and lunch provided by area award-winning restaurants. Cash and local checks only. For more information, call 207-985-3073.

Library introduces featured exhibit

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Speers Gallery at Kennebunk Free Library will host an exhibit, Coastal World, by the Open Studio Artists in November. The exhibit will run Nov. 3-28 and the public is invited to an opening reception on Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

According to an Oct. 19 news release, the Open Studio Artists are a group with ties to Kennebunk and the area who meet weekly at Kennebunk’s First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church. They have been meeting for 10 years and range from experienced professionals to newer painters. Each person works independently on their choice of projects, but shares in a supportive community as they sketch, draw, and paint in their favorite medium.

Exhibitors will include Ellen Pelletier, Cheryl Dahn, Norma Johnsen, Ruth Wallingford, Sara Ostrov, Mary Barrett, Kathryn Davis, Susan Gilbey, Cheryl Lunde, Elizabeth Hunter and Polly Cecchetti.

The public is invited to view the exhibit in the library’s Speers Gallery from Nov. 3-28 at 112 Main St., Kennebunk, during regular library hours when the gallery is not in use for library programs. For current hours and gallery access, visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.

Brick Store Museum releases All Souls’ book

The Brick Store Museum announced the publication of a new book covering the history of the annual event and the stories told within Hope Cemetery during the tour. It will officially be on sale on All Souls’ Day, Nov. 2, but is now available for pre-order.

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The long-running All Souls’ Walk on Saturday, Oct. 28 is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The walking tour takes participants through Kennebunk’s Hope Cemetery, to meet reenactors telling the stories of some of those who are buried there.

Wells Chamber announces travel opportunity

The Wells Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Collette Tours, is offering a trip to Europe, featuring World War II memorials and sites.

The trip includes: Memorials of World War II featuring the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landing, a 10-day tour, Sept. 6-15, 2024. Highlights of the trip include London and Paris WW II-focused city tours, Portsmouth, D-Day Story Museum, English Channel Crossing, Juno Beach, Caen Peace Memorial Museum, Arromanche-les-Baines, Longues-sur-Mer, Normandy American Cemetery, Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Airborne Museum, Utah Beach, Giverny Gardens and a Seine River dinner cruise.

Prices start at $4,999 per person, double occupancy and include transportation to and from Wells to Logan Airport, airfare from Boston, ground transfers, land tours, sightseeing, hotels and meals as specified in the itinerary, services of a professional tour director and all taxes and service charges.

A representative from Collette Tours will share information about the trip on Thursday, Nov. 2 at 5:30 p.m. at the Wells Chamber office, 136 Post Road, Route 1, Wells.

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For more information on the itinerary or to RSVP for the informational session, contact the Wells Chamber of Commerce at 207-646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.

Wildlife refuge calendar available to order

The 2024 Friends of Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge wall calendar available for pre-order. To pre-order, visit www.friendsofrachelcarsonnwr.org/calendar.

All proceeds beyond the costs associated with the calendar will be used directly in the Friends’ mission to support the refuge’s preservation of land for migratory birds and local wildlife.

The Friends of Rachel Carson NWR held a two-month long photo contest from July 15-Sept. 15 and a jury selected 12 winning images to grace the monthly pages of the 2024 calendar.

The Friends support the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge in its mission to preserve land for migratory birds and local wildlife. The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is located in York and Cumberland counties and consists of 11 divisions totaling 5,600 acres scattered throughout the towns of Kittery, York, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Biddeford, Saco, Old Orchard Beach, Scarborough, and Cape Elizabeth.

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Vets Day 5K benefits Honor Flight Maine

The Wells Chamber of Commerce will host its 10th annual Veterans Day 5K on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. The 5K run/walk will start and end at the Wells Elks Lodge, 356 Bald Hill Road, Wells. Proceeds from the event will benefit Honor Flight Maine.

The cost for adults is $20 in advance and $25 after Nov. 9 and students (age 11 to 17) $15 in advance and $20 after Nov. 9, There is no entry fee for children 10 and younger. The first 100 registrants receive a free long-sleeve T-shirt.

The Wells Elks will have food and beverage for sale after the race (bring an ID). Prizes will be awarded to male and female in the following categories: Overall (male/female), younger than 20 (male/female), 20-29 (male/female), 30-39 (male/female), 40-49 (male/female), 50-59 (male/female), 60-69 (male/female) and 70 and older (male/female).

Sevigney-Lyons Insurance Agency is the Primary Event Sponsor and M&T Bank and Holmes Legal Group are the Gold Sponsors.

For registration information, visit wellschamber.org, call  207-646-2451 or register at RunSignUp.com/Race/ME/Wells/VD5k.

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Community Harvest offers curbside pick-up, delivery for Thanksgiving

Community Harvest, a local nonprofit organization, will host its 25th annual Thanksgiving Feast on Thursday, Nov. 23, at St. Martha’s Church on Route 1 in Kennebunk.

In 2022, volunteers prepared more than 560 Thanksgiving meals for individuals and families, including dozens of first responders working on the holiday.

“Because of its success in reaching people all across southern Maine, we will continue to offer curbside pick-up and delivery options only rather than a gathered meal,” said Kerry de Bree, Community Harvest executive director, in an Oct. 9 press release.

“Last year we were able to deliver meals to families in need from Westbrook all the way to Kittery, said Head Chef Mario Barros. “To help so many people and offer a delicious home cooked holiday meal continues to be our number one goal.”

“We’re also looking for more volunteers to sign up and help prep, box up and deliver our Thanksgiving dinners,” said de Bree. “This is an amazing opportunity to give back to your neighbors and get into the holiday spirit.”

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People who want to volunteer for the Community Harvest Thanksgiving dinner and help us make this holiday season special for everyone can sign up at www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BA9AB2AA5FAC25-44821851-community#/.

Meals will be provided cold, with heating instructions. Community members should reserve their complimentary meals by calling 207-967-1911 or visiting communityharvestmaine.org. All meal reservations must be made in advance by Sunday, Nov. 12. Once signed up, community members will be assigned a time for pick-up on Thanksgiving Day.

Community Harvest is a nonprofit organization of the Kennebunks that meets the needs of its neighbors through food sharing, fellowship, and financial assistance.

Applications available for holiday help

Secret Santa of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel has been helping families in need by providing Christmas and holiday gifts to children in the three towns for over 35 years. Applications for parents and/or legal guardians in need of help this year may be picked up at all three town general assistance offices or can be found online at the town websites:

*Kennebunkport: www.kennebunkportme.gov/public-health-department/pages/general-assistance.

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*Kennebunk: www.kennebunkmaine.us/269/Social-Services.

*Arundel: https://arundelmaine.org/.

*Or search by town + “General Assistance.”

In order to qualify, applications must be returned to the general assistance office by Friday, Nov. 10.

All requests are strictly confidential. For more information, call the town’s general assistance office:

*Kennebunk, 985-2102, option 3.

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*Kennebunkport, 967-4401.

*Arundel, 985-4201.

Legion Post announces meeting schedule

The monthly meeting of American Legion Post 159 in Kennebunkport is held on the first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. All veterans and Sons of the American Legion are welcome to attend.
Legion Post 159 is located at 102 Main St. (across from the police station) in Kennebunkport. Future meeting dates:

2023 – Dec. 7.

2024 – Jan. 4, Feb. 1, March 7, April 4, May 2, June 6, July 11, Aug. 1, Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7 and Dec. 5.

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For more information, call 967-2400.

Amateur Radio Society announces meetings

The New England Radio Discussion Society meets biweekly on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. throughout the year at The New School in Kennebunk. The club informally gathers to support and promote Amateur (ham) Radio. Wide-ranging discussion topics include: early and contemporary equipment, digital technology, internet integration, and striving for rare and international contacts. Most meetings include a tech talk by one of its members. Those interested in Amateur Radio are invited to join.

Upcoming meetings will be held Nov. 14 and Nov. 28. The New School is located at 38 York St. For more information, contact Alex at 967-8812.

Canids of the Kennebunks seeks data

While much is known about Maine’s canids (red foxes, gray foxes, and coyotes), a new community science project on the iNaturalist app, Canids of the Kennebunks, aims to increase knowledge of these species. The project is also the first step toward what is intended to evolve into a larger, long-term Maine canid research project.

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According to a news release from the organization, “As the human population grows and habitat is altered or destroyed, human-wildlife interactions are expected to increase. Collecting data can enhance understanding of the presence and behaviors of Maine’s fox and coyote populations, assist in identifying potential areas where issues may arise, and provide educational opportunities.”

The initial towns that need data are Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel, with plans to add additional Maine cities and towns as the project expands. Individuals can take part by sharing data about the foxes and coyotes in the Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel. Photos and information relating to sightings of and/or interactions with the species can be uploaded directly to the Canids of the Kennebunks project on the iNaturalist app.

The following items are of most interest.

*Photo of the animal (to estimate approximate size and body condition).

*Date/time of day.

*How many individuals were observed? Were they adults and/or pups/kits?

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*Behavior – Where was the fox or coyote observed? Were they in a neighborhood, field, or on a golf course? How did the fox or coyote react, if at all, to seeing a human? How close was the fox or coyote to a human, house, pet, etc.? Did they make any sounds (growl, yip, bark, etc.)? Did they attempt to approach a human or another animal or did they run away?

On the iNaturalist app, report the general area of the observation or interaction with red foxes, gray foxes, or coyotes in the towns of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel by clicking the location on the map to show where the sighting or interaction occurred. There is also an option to allow the project to see obscured locations when setting up an iNaturalist account.

Updates will be shared periodically on the iNaturalist app (www.inaturalist.org/projects/canids-of-the-kennebunks) and on the Canids of the Kennebunks Facebook page (www.facebook.com/canidsofthekennebunks).

Kennebunk Fire Society schedules annual meeting

The Kennebunk Fire Society is the oldest private organization in Maine. The historical preservation organization has been continually active since 1812. In recent years, the society’s only activity is an annual meeting with a full turkey dinner and speaker. Society members are encouraged to attend.

This is an announcement that the 211th annual meeting, always on the second Tuesday of November, will be on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. at the West Kennebunk Fire Station. Members of the fire station are instructed to get their dinner tickets at the Downing Agency. For more information, email Earl Freeman at efreeman.do@gmail.com.

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MemoryLights on display at Brick Store Museum

The Brick Store Museum’s mission is to ignite personal connections to local history, art and cultures. This fall, the museum invites families to take part in the MemoryLights Project, an installation of globe lights in the museum’s courtyard representing the multi-cultural traditions of memorializing and honoring loved ones and ancestors during the fall season, including All Souls’ Day in November. The first 50 MemoryLights have been installed on the museum’s grounds for all to enjoy after sundown.

According to the museum, participants purchased a globe light from the museum (only $15) and shared a story of a family member they wished to honor. With rolling submissions, the installation is now open to the public and as the evenings grow darker, the MemoryLights will come alive to remember the stories of our ancestors and family members. Community members exploring the installation scan a code on each light to read each light’s story. Those unable to visit the museum during the installation can also read the included stories at brickstoremuseum.org/memorylights.

For more information about MemoryLights and the museum’s mission to collect and share the stories of the community, visit Tuesday through Friday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Saturday (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) or Sunday (noon to 4 p.m.); or online at www.brickstoremuseum.org.

Artisans invited to inaugural Maine Made Fair

The Kennebunkport Historical Society extended an invitation to all Maine Made artisans for the inaugural Maine Made Fair, a celebration of the state’s tradition of craftsmanship and creativity. As advocates of Maine’s artisanal spirit, the society will bring together a group of artists and makers to showcase their creations.
Event details include:
• Location: Overlooking Dock Square in Kennebunkport, 8 Maine St.
• Date: Friday, Dec. 1.
• Date and time: Vendors can set up their 6×6 space starting at 7 a.m.
• Parking: While on-site parking is unavailable, drop-off areas are provided between the church and the house. Public parking is just an eighth of a mile down North Street, adjacent to the fire station.

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At the fair, the historical society will curate an array of artisans and makers who share a common bond – everything they offer is made in Maine. Artisans who specialize in photography, handcrafted textiles, jewelry, literature, or any other form of artistic expression are invited to participate.

Space is limited, with room for only 15 artists and makers. Vendor applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. The cost is $75 for a 6X6 space in a heated tent. Vendors may choose to bring their own 6-foot table or rent one from the society for a nominal fee of $15.
The venue is a highly visible and heated tent on the lawn of White Columns in the heart of Kennebunkport, during Christmas Prelude.

For vendor applications and inquiries, contact Kristin Haight, executive director, at 207-
967-2751 or KHaight@KPortHS.com.

Library to host holiday wine tasting fundraiser

Kennebunk Free Library will sponsor a Holiday Wine Tasting on Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the library’s Parsons Reading Room.

Betsy Ross, owner of Kennebunk’s Wine House on Main, will inform patrons about three wines for the holiday season. Nikki Ranwell, owner of Kennebunkport’s The Port Box, will provide coned charcuterie skewers to go along with the wine. There will be time for discussion and questions, and trivia prizes will be awarded.

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Participants can show their ticket at Wine House on Main to receive a 10 percent discount on the three selected wines. Suggested donation for tickets is $10. Purchase tickets to receive descriptions of the three chosen wines along with ticket to the tasting.

The program is wheelchair accessible. Kennebunk Free Library is located at 112 Main St. in Kennebunk. For more information call 207-985-2173 or email kfl@kennebunklibrary.org.

Library seeks artists for 2024

Kennebunk Free Library is accepting applications for artists to exhibit during the 2024 calendar year. Since its inception in 2001, Hank’s Room Gallery – rechristened the Speers Gallery in 2010 – has offered exhibit opportunities to both amateur and professional artists. The gallery has been host to a variety of mediums including photography, textile arts and mixed media assemblages in addition to renditions in oil, pastel, enamel oil, encaustic, pen and ink, and watercolor.

The application process is open to either individual or group shows. Applications must be received by Friday, Oct. 27, 2023.

In November 2023 an art committee consisting of members from the library and art communities will convene to review the completed applications and set a monthly exhibit schedule for 2024. Upon completion of the review, applicants will be contacted regarding the committee’s decisions. Application forms are available at the library or on the library’s website www.kennebunklibrary.org.

According to the library, “offering monthly artist exhibits contributes to the Kennebunk Free Library’s mission to inspire and enable our communities to discover, learn, and connect. The library is very proud to have showcased the many talented artists who have previously exhibited and is looking forward to continuing this tradition with the 2024 exhibit schedule.”

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