KENNEBUNK — The Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., will host “Technology Tuesdays” beginning with introductory computer classes on March 22 at 2 p.m. and continuing the fourth Tuesday of every month. A different topic will be covered each session, with Internet basics in March and email basics on April 26. Bring laptops or devices […]
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Taking a hike
It was an unseasonably warm day in late January. A group of us had come to the Fenderson Common trail head in Wells to hike to the beaver dam. The hike had been planned and advertised jointly by the Wells Public Library and the Wells Conservation Commission. Our group totaled 10, including leaders from the […]
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a staple of Irish pub fare
St. Patrick’s Day may be a celebration of the man who brought Christianity to Ireland, but one need not be Irish to don green and enjoy the festivities each March 17. Irish culture is on display each St. Patrick’s Day, and few can resist the opportunity to indulge in some green-clad revelry. While parades and […]
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WHS student named scholarship finalist
WELLS — Principal Eileen Sheehy of Wells High School has announced that senior Kate M. Macolini, has been named a finalist in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. Kate is the daughter of John and Melissa Macolini of Wells. “What perhaps sets Kate apart from her peers nationwide is her absolute and total dedication to […]
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Waban Telethon Set For Saturday
SANFORD — Fifty years ago, Waban began providing services to children with developmental disabilities. Over the years, its mission has expanded, but children’s services, through Fraser-Ford Child Development Center, remains a vital piece of the operation. And 45 years ago, to aid that effort, some community members came together to see what they could do […]
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Wishing I had home improvement vision
We all know women who are in love with Home Depot. As soon as the automated entrance doors swing open, welcoming them with open displays of the newest in paint rollers and sanders, these women are home. That’s because they have vision – the ability to imagine what a kitchen or bedroom or bathroom makeover […]
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Is your ‘financial umbrella’ in place?
April showers may bring May flowers, but March is National Umbrella Month. While ranking high on the list of truly obscure celebrations, this month can still teach us a few things – especially if we think about “umbrellas” that can help us protect our financial goals. Consider these key areas: • Your vulnerability to emergencies […]
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Sierra Club presents ‘The Messenger’
KENNEBUNK — The Sierra Club of Maine will present the documentary film “The Messenger” on March 18 at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church on Main Street. Coffee and dessert will be served at 6:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
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Theatre camps offering sign-ups now
The Ogunquit Playhouse Children’s Theatre Camps are filling up fast. Aspiring thespians can register now for either the Rising Star Camp for children ages 5 to 8, Center Stage Camp for children ages 8 to 10, the Junior Players Camp for ages 9 to 15 or the Teen Players Camp for ages 13-18. These programs […]
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Brick Store Museum offers lectures
KENNEBUNK — The Brick Store Museum’s Third Thursday Talks serve to bring a new topic to the community every third Thursday of each month. Founded in 2015, the program offers lecturers from throughout New England that will speak on a variety of subjects in the museum’s program center. Single lectures are $10 each; by joining […]