Chabad of Brunswick Maine will light a 9-foot public Hanukkah menorah at 5:30 p.m. at the Brunswick Town Mall Monday, Dec. 11, the fifth night of the eight-day Festival of Lights. The community will be joined by elected officials and dignitaries. Complimentary Hanukkah menorahs and candles will be distributed for participants to light at home. […]
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Intertidal: Look to Feast of the Seven Fishes to inspire holiday meals
Coming off the heels of Thanksgiving and the feast that it entails, many of us are already thinking of the feasts to come around the upcoming holidays. There are myriad traditions surrounding winter’s holidays from places around the world. One of my favorites is the Feast of the Seven Fishes. Aside from my love of […]
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BoomerTECH Adventures: A gift of time equals a gift of love
Boomers and seniors have responded to the challenges of the world of technology and use digital devices. For example, 50% of people over 50 have active social media accounts. Fifty six percent text daily, and the majority have smart phones. However, 73% of people 65 and older report they need help with their new digital […]
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Seniors Not Acting Their Age: A unique hike over Morse Mountain to Seawall Beach
A hike over Morse Mountain to Seawall Beach in Phippsburg is one of the most unique treks in Midcoast Maine. If the outing is extended with a walk on the beach, the journey approximates 5 miles and travels through multiple ecosystems. The area has an interesting history. Daniel Morse settled there in the late 1700s. […]
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UUCB to hold annual vigil to honor victims of gun violence
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick will hold its 11th annual vigil to honor victims and survivors of gun violence on Wednesday, Dec. 6. This event, part of what is now a national observance near the anniversary of the Sandy Hook school shooting in 2012, honors all victims of gun violence across the United States. […]
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Book Notes: Two beautiful new Christmas picture books
One of my great delights as both a parent and a teacher is reading with children. So, when I saw that two of my favorite authors — Nikki Grimes and Mitali Perkins — were releasing holiday picture books, I was giddy with anticipation. Grimes’ “Lullaby for the King” (Beaming Books) and Perkins’ “Holy Night and […]
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Intertidal: Stinky mudflats home to important microbes
The full moon this week led to some seriously high tides, creating mirror-like expanses reflecting the newly barren trees and dusty colored marsh grasses. This is a lovely late fall scene. On the flipside, when all that water goes out, there is a great swath of mud that is uncovered. And here in Brunswick, we […]
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Seniors Not Acting Their Age: Tunk Lake surf and turf
For several years, my son, Adam, and I have enjoyed fall surf and turf trips. We combine lake or pond sea kayaking with mountain hiking while camping in remote areas. The outings reflect the transition of our outdoor activities due the change in seasons. Our paddling adventures are winding down, while fall mountaineering is beginning. […]
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BoomerTECH Adventures: Do-it-yourself holiday gifts
Two weeks ago, BoomerTECH Adventures suggested several of our favorite inexpensive tech gifts. This column will allow you to save even more money on holiday gift giving. So, what is the secret? These are ideas using technology you already have (or can easily borrow) to make thoughtful and well-regarded gifts using that most precious commodity […]
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