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FEATURE ARTICLES We win when we see others win............................ 2 City parks are for more than just picnics ..................................4 What’s wrong with me?........... 7 Overnight stays ......................9 Design a dream outdoor entertaining space................14

Bill Van Tassel photo Spruce Mountain seniors Jonathan Brenner and Anna Bradford lead their fellow graduates through the elementary school on their 2019 Memory Walk. The grads, who graduated on June 8 also walked through the Middle School and the Primary (formerly Gibbs Mills School) on June 7.

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In a world that is spinning so fast, our only focus is on ourselves rather than on other people. We tend to focus on what is important to us, our wants, needs and other means that we might have. It’s totally OK to feel like this — it’s our humanist coming out. To be honest, I am like this sometimes, too. But it’s when we decide to choose to live differently, to focus our mindset on helping others to reach their full potential, that brings us closer to the incredible joy in our own lives. You may be wondering what that might look like in your daily life. It may look like being a mother or father figure in that child’s life who only has one parent at home. Or it

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described his and his wife’s win for their relationship was to be always where the other person is. What I think he meant was that you like what the other person does. It can be one year down the road, five years down the road or even 35 years down the road. The Stanley’s win was that they want to still be around each other from the starting point to the finish line. This also shows us when we are seeing the win in others’ lives. What this looks like in my own life was when there were voices that were telling me not to go into ministry because of different things, I had others speaking out the win in my own life. That propelled me forward to prepare myself to see that win in my own life. So here is the next step for you — proclaim the win in your life and others. Celebrate the small victories!

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City parks are for more than just picnics Victor Block

Bob Nanz is watching a game of cricket and trying to figure out what’s taking place. Roger Simons keeps a tight hold on a pole as he soars through the air. Betty and Sam Nichols have their eyes peeled on vehicles speeding around a race track. These scenes may seem to have little in common, but they share one thing — they’re all taking place in city parks throughout the country and represent the surprising variety of attractions and activities available in those settings.

The cricket game is being played at Kapiolani Regional Park, which is home to the Honolulu Cricket Club. Roger Simons is taking trapeze lessons which are offered at the park on Governors Island near downtown New York City. Equally dramatic is the action taking place in Belle Isle Park, which intrigued Betty and Sam Nichols. The race track there hosts the annual Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix, along with music performances and other entertainment. An A (animals) to Z (zoos) choice of unexpected attractions is available at city parks throughout the country. When America’s bison population plummeted in

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Submitted photo the 1890s, a small herd was placed in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, where a breeding program helped to preserve the iconic animals. Today visitors may get up close and personal with the majestic creatures that still inhabit the preserve. The Holy Grail for some wildlife watchers is Forest Park in St. Louis. A count of species seen there lists 216 types of birds, 66 of butterflies and 21 mammals, including fox, coyote and mink. A treasure trove also awaits art aficionados at some urban enclaves. Forest Park, City Park in New Orleans, Chicago’s Grant Park and Golden Gate Park have an imposing art museum on campus. Some parks double as outdoor museums. New Orleans’ City Park and Zilker Park in Austin have a sculpture garden; art installations enhance the Discovery Green in Houston; and Papago Park in Phoenix displays a rotating collection of works. Art with a message is a feature of the Cleveland Cultural Gardens in Rockefeller Park. They celebrate groups comprising the city’s population with sculptures, paintings and plaques. Among figures so honored are the

Polish composer Frederic Chopin and the Irish playwright Sean O’Casey. For those who prefer a natural setting, a trail in Papago Park leads to and through red sandstone buttes. Science buffs head for the Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park, the Austin Nature and Science Center in Zilker Park and the Museum of Nature and Science in City Park, Denver. Then there are museums with a narrow focus. These include the Oregon Holocaust Museum in Portland’s Washington Park and Hall of Fame Fire Museum in Papago Park. Some parks provide perfect settings for musical and other presentations. Among its many attractions, Central Park in New York City hosts free performances by the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, sometimes accompanied by fireworks. Music from rock to classical to opera is presented at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Grant Park, a dramatic bandshell planned by the worldfamous architect Frank Gehry. Its design, coupled with a state-of-the-art sound system, creates acoustics comparable to those of an indoor concert hall. Crowds have gathered in

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Pritzer Pavilion, Grant Park — day and night Denver’s City Park to enjoy live concerts for more than 125 years, and they continue to be attracted by the sounds of jazz, blues and salsa. Music ranging from rock and pop to traditional Hawaiian songs is presented at the Kapiolani Park’s Waikiki Shell. Of course, parks should have gardens, and it’s no surprise when they do. What is surprising is the variety of plantings. Rose lovers find more than 500 varieties at the International Rose Test Garden adjacent to Washington Park in Portland, Ore. Graceful Japanese gardens greet visitors to Rockefeller Park and Fairmount Park in Philadelphia. Golden Gate Park includes flowers and

plants mentioned in William Shakespeare’s plays, while Papago Park is home to a desert botanical garden. I promised you zoos and there’s an inviting choice. It includes Kapiolani, Lincoln Park in Chicago, Baltimore’s Druid Hill Park and Swope Park in Kansas City, Mo. Koalas and giant pandas are among some 4,000 animals residing at the worldclass San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park. It’s clear that parks around the country aren’t just for picnics. Check on those located where you plan to travel and you may be in for a pleasant surprise — or more.

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vating homes both on Cape Cod and in the Rangeley region, Gary brings a world of vast experience to this new venture and will use his substantial knowledge of home construction to provide the most accurate and detailed assessment of the property to ensure you are fully aware of any risks associated. Gary looks forward to serving the people of the region who have come to trust his services through his popular renovation business. “I want to thank everyone in advance for allowing me to service this fantastic community where my wife and I have felt warm and welcomed since we laid down our roots here.” He said, “Our children and grandchildren all love this area and in fact 2 of my granddaughters each caught their first fish

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called visual hallucinations— can range from elaborate images to less-complex line patterns. The pictures appear suddenly and can last for hours. The visual hallucinations often stop within a year to eighteen months. However, it is difficult to predict the frequency of the hallucinations and how long they will persist. Today, CBS is not widely known even among physicians. One reason for this phenomenon is that many of those who hallucinate keep it to themselves. There is no cure for CBS. The best way to handle the syndrome is to reassure victims that the weird images are a symptom of eye disease, not mental illness. The syndrome is sometimes called “phantom vision” and it is compared to phantom limbs. Amputees can have sensations from limbs they no longer have. Similarly, when retinal cells become impaired and are no longer able to re-

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About one in ten people with vision problems has hallucinations. It is suspected that this phenomenon is under-reported because victims fear they are losing their minds and don’t want their doctors to know. Complex hallucinations among people with vision loss is called Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). Charles Bonnet was a Swiss philosopher. In 1760, he described this condition in his 89-yearold grandfather who was blinded by cataracts. These hallucinations can strike at any age, but usually affect seniors. The most likely reason that the syndrome affects the elderly is the prevalence of visual problems in this age group. The common conditions leading to CBS are age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataract. It’s common for visionrelated hallucinations to be doozies—odd people, animals, panoramas, bizarre images right out of the most phantasmagorical dreams. These images—sometimes

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didn’t I see that document when I reached for eggs earlier that day? Oh God, is it menopause or maybe I should start drinking decaf? What’s wrong with me? Naturally, and no surprise to anyone who knows me, I started researching foods that help with brain power. Then I started researching exercise and nutrition for eye health and vision. I do eat lots of leafy greens and vegetables that enhance eye health. I also eat nuts and salmon, containing omega 3 fatty acids to help with brain function and memory — all great material for

futures articles but no answers to my lost document craziness — so I sat back and pondered. Reality check and the lights came on. The truth is there is nothing wrong with me or you, for that matter. We are normal people trying to get it all done in a world of craziness, while juggling multiple roles with family, work and play. Now what to do about it? How about if we all lean on each other and say, “It’s OK to take a break; it’s OK to go for a walk and clear your head; it’s OK to take time for self.” Did you know you can be 22 percent more productive and

have a 21 percent clearer mind with only 30 minutes of exercise a day? That is good selftime well spent. A recent study by The University of Bristol in England analyzed 200 employees at three different locations working in different industries. The employees evaluated themselves on a day with exercise and a day without. The results were astonishing. On workout days, participants’ scores were 21 percent higher for concentration on work, 22 percent higher for finishing their work on time, 25 percent higher for working without

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Phoenix athletes do well in conference meet By Bill Van Tassel LISBON — The Spruce Mountain Track and Field athletes did well in this year’s Mountain Valley Conference Championships. The meet was held May 23 at Lisbon High School. The boys’ team finished fourth among 13 schools and the girls in fifth place. Emily White (8:07) in the 1600 meter racewalk and Carson Green (6’2”)

in the high jump both finished first. Earning second places were the 4x100 relay team of Avery and Ashlyn Williams, Aurianna Armandi and Abby Drummond; Ellen Plourde — high jump; Isabelle Castonguay — racewalk; 100 meter dash — Zak Toothaker; 200 meter dash – Zak Toothaker; 4x100 relay team of Brandon Coates, Brandon Frey, Gabe Whitman and Zak Toothaker.

Third Place: Brandon Frey — 100 meter dash. Fourth Place: Avery Williams, 100 meter dash; Paris Howes — high jump; Aurianna Armandi — racewalk; Ashlyn Williams — triple jump; Nate Tibbetts — 110 meter hurdles. Earning points with fifth-place finishers were Ashlyn Williams, 110 meter hurdles, and Brandon Frey, long jump. Sixth-place honors went to Avery Williams in the

Spruce Mountain athletes Zak Toothaker and Brandon Frey took second (11:85) and third (11:85) places respectively in the 100 meter race at the Mountain Valley Conference Championships in Lisbon. Toothaker also finished in second place in the 100 meter event.

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Spruce Mountain high jumper Carson Gross snatched first place in his event at the Mountain Valley Conference Championships held at Lisbon High School May 23. He is posing with friend and second place jumper Ashtyn Abbot of Hall-Dale. Both boys cleared 6 feet, 2 inches with Gross on fewer tries for the win.

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OTIS Federal Credit Union Hosts Financial Fitness Fair at Spruce Mountain High School JAY, Maine — On Thursday, April 25th, eight employees of OTIS Federal Credit Union visited Spruce Mountain High School and hosted a Financial Fitness Fair in conjunction with the Jobs for Maine Graduates program. This year marks the second year that OTIS has partnered with JMG in holding the event. Roughly 150 SMHS Juniors and Seniors participated in the

“Real Life Game of Life.” Each student was assigned an annual income, and was tasked with budgeting for life’s essentials without exceeding their assigned income after taxes. All of life’s basic necessities were represented by booths manned by OTIS staff members, including categories such as groceries, student loans, housing, and transportation. After the students had

made stops at each booth, some were assigned a random, disruptive life event, such as a car accident. Students were then prompted to reconceive their budgets in light of these new developments by re-visiting each station. Each student who completed the Financial Fitness Fair was entered into drawings at the Fair’s conclusion for prizes, which included

wireless phone charging stations, two laptop computers, and ten $50 Cumberland Farm gift cards. “The Financial Fitness Fair at Spruce Mountain High School was a great opportunity for the students to get a glimpse into what life is like after high school and college,” said Kim Turner, President/CEO of OTIS FCU. “This exercise was a huge success, and I am ex-

cited that we were able to help them understand the different expenses associated with living on your own. I think it will be great when the students can reflect on this experience when they are going through the various milestones that they had to budget for!” Added Jamie Turcotte, Loan Manager at OTIS FCU: “I attended the Financial Fitness Fair as an

employee of OTIS Federal Credit Union; the best part was both of my daughters were in attendance also. It was so much fun! The students had no idea how much everything costs. I feel it was an eye opener to the real world. Both of my daughters said to me now I know I cannot afford everything I want. What a great thing for the students of Spruce Mountain High School.”

Local resident sticking around to help others have a better retirement TURNER — Jim Flagg grew up in Fayette, went to school in Livermore and worked in and with the local paper mills for 15 years. During that time, he witnessed many long-standing employees — who spent their entire lives working blue-collar jobs — retiring with less than they could have. These individuals had to make tough decisions to prolong retirement and make life sacrifices in order to move into the next phase of life after work. Their struggles inspired Flagg to begin a career as a financial adviser with Edward Jones. It was also important for him to stay local so he can

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welcome and it’s very worth watching. In the tradition of these Disney movies, the visual appeal is astounding, with a variety of colors splashing on the screen. The production value and cinematography are well-made to the point that it looked like every cent of the budget shows the commitment the filmmakers put a lot into. Some of the CGI can be wonky, but it’s not too distracting enough that you’ll be busy being entertained by the spectacle. The original songs are also well performed by the actors especially “Friend Like Me,” “Prince Ali,” and “A Whole New World” feel just as magical as when they were first written. Smith brings his own voice and comedic timing to the Genie role successfully

without simply replaying what Williams did before. He’s also naturally entertaining by reminding us why we loved the Fresh Prince to begin with. Massoud makes a very believable version of the title character, while Scott makes a lasting impression as a strong female lead. Kenzari is a fine Jafar, but doesn’t have enough of the character’s evil personality in the original to make him very threatening. Like the other live-action Disney remakes, “Aladdin” handles its tricky journey to the screen and comes out as entertaining and magical in its own way. But it won’t be the last of these this year, so we’ll see how the upcoming “The Lion King” will stack up. THE MOVIE’S RATING: PG (for some action/peril) THE CRITIC’S RATING: 3.5 Stars (Out of Four)

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grant the wishes of children with critical illnesses. This is a journey, not a race, and caters to all levels, from hiking novice to advanced outdoor enthusiasts. “We are thrilled to bring Trailblaze Challenge to Maine,” said Samantha Elliot, events manager. “More than just a fundraiser, the endurance experience uniquely evokes the

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JUNE June 14 — Ceramic shoes artist talk/reception, free, open to public, light refreshments, 6 to 8 p.m., Museum L-A, 35 Canal St., Lewiston. 207-3333881. June 14 — The Harlow Gallery hosts poets Mark Melnicove and David Sloan, 7 p.m., as part of their ongoing poetry series, "The Bookey Readings," 100 Water St., Hallowell, 207-622-3813. June 14 — Forum with U.S. Rep Jared Golden, DMaine 2nd District, 10-11 a.m. Mount Vernon Community Center, 2 Main St., Mount Vernon. June 15 — Mahooscuc Land Trust Rumford Whitecap hike, 9 a.m.noon, 5-mile round-trip hike, dress in layers and hiking boots or rugged sneakers and bring water and snacks/lunch, www. mahoosuc.org/events-calendar, barbara@mahoosuc. org, 207-824-3806. June 15 — Telstar's 50th anniversary community celebration, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Telstar High School, Bethel, 207-875-3335. June 15 — 'Health Care Blues' event focusing on uality, affordable health care, hosted by Maine AllCare, 12:45 p.m. march from parking lot off Bank Street to Brunswick Mall., Brunswick, aryder@maineallcare.org. June 15 — Topsham Public Library screening 1972 version of "Treasure Island, rated G, 1 p.m., free, open to public. popcorn will be served, 207725-1727, www.topshamlibrary.org. June 15 — Alan Day Community Garden annual party, Light the Garden, 6:30 -9:30 p.m. 26 Whitman St., Norway, silent auction, appetizers, beer and wine, benefits local food, youth programs, for information on the entry fee call 207-346-0708. June 15 — Off the Hill Band, with Donna Whittemore, 7-11 p.m. Embden Community Center, 797 Embden Pond Road, $10, 207-566-7302. June 15 — Concerts for a Cause, folk artists Cindy Kallet and Grey Larsen, 7:30 p.m. Brunswick Unitarian-Universalist Church,

1 Middle St., Brunswick, benefits the Gathering Place and Brunswick Area Teen Center. June 16 — Talk by the Rev. Peter Panagore, author and inspirational speaker, 10 a.m. First Universalist Church, Turner, Route 117, across from the Gazebo, a book signing and coffee social will follow the talk. June 16 — Carlos Angeles Olmeda performance, Arts Center at 8 Hancock, Hiram, 6:30-8:00 p.m., adults $10, children $5. June 19 — Androscoggin Elder Abuse Task Force annual Senior Resource Fair, free, open to public, registration required, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lewiston Armory, 65 Central Ave., Lewiston, 207-795-6744 ext. 222. June 19 — Community lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the community hall, 292 Oxford Road (Route 121), Otisfield, 207-539-4368. June 19 — University of Maine Cooperative Extension centennial celebration open house, 6 p.m., UMaine Extension office, 138 Pleasant St., Farmington, 20707784650. June 20 — Poetry reading and book discussion by author Margaret Yocum, 4:30 p.m., Carrabassett Valley Public Library 3209 Carrabassett Drive #3, Carrabassett Valley, 207237-3535. June 20 — Rangeley Region Guides’ & Sportsmen’s Association monthly meeting, guest Jeff Reardon, of Trout Unlmited, potluck dinner 5:30 p.m.,public welcome to dinner, program, Clubhouse, Old Skiway Road, Oquossoc, rangeleyoutdoors.com. June 20 — “Belgrade Lakes Village, Mill Town to Tourist Destination," a multi-media presentation about the history of Belgrade Lakes Village by Eric Hooglund, 7 p.m. sponsored by Belgrade Historical Society, 7 Lakes Alliance, (formerly the Maine Lakes Resource Center), 137 Main St, Belgrade Lakes Village, www.belgradehistoricalsociety.org or the Belgrade Historical Society Facebook Page

June 21 — Spectrum Generations 17th annual Golf Fore a Cause Tournament, Brunswick Golf Club, 1 p.m., homestyle BBQ and live music around the fire pit follow, $125 /individual, $450/ team and includes 18 holes with cart, bagged lunch (catered by Cohen on the Meadows), homestyle BBQ dinner, awards, contests for longest drive, accuracy drive, putting and hole-in-one contest for a chance to win $5,000. www.spectrumgenerations. org/golf. June 21 — Reception for "Striped" and "Tom Ferrero: The Places in Between" exhibitions, 5-7 p.m., Harlow Gallery, 100 Water St., Hallowell, free, open to public, harlowgallery.org, 207-622-3813. June 21 — Maine Wildlife Park Open House, 5-8 p.m., watch the animals feed, including moose, lynx, foxes, cougars, vultures and bears, mainewildlifepark@maine.rr.com. June 21, 22 — Rumford Association for the Advancement of Performing Arts Murder Mystery Dinner Theater "Talk about a Murder!" beginning at 6 p.m., Fraternal Order of Eagles hall, 129 Rumford Ave., Rumford, 207-3690205. June 22 — Property Pedal Bike Tour, Kennebec Valley Bike Club and KLT tour highlighting most scenic properties; two routes, beginner/intermediate or intermediate/advanced, Route TBD, 207-3772848. June 22 — Deputy Dennis P. Sampson 5K run/ walk in memory of deputy June 22; registation 8:15 a.m., race at 9 a.m.; Poland Spring Heritage Days, 10 a.m. Poland Spring Inn, 640 Maine St. (Route 26), Poland Spring, https:// dps5k.weebly.com. June 22 — Mahoosuc Land Trust tee identification walk, 9-10:30 a.m., Valentine Farm, Bethel. www.mahoosuc.org/ events-calendar, barbara@ mahoosuc.org, 207-8243806. June 22 — Raymond Garden Tour, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., self-guided tour of seven local gardens, benefits Raymond Village Library, $15, $20 day of

tour, ticket information at raymondvillagelibrary.org. June 22 — Greene Baptist Church frontier oneday Vacation Bible School adventure, for children entering kindergarten through sixth grade, 9:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., at the church, 102 Main St., Greene, register at https://vbspro. events/p/events/558f8f. June 22 — Rangeley Lupine Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Outdoor Heritage Museum, Oquossoc, 207864-5571. June 22 — Topsham Public Library screening "Muppet Treasure Island," 1 p.m., rated G, free, open to public, popcorn will be served, 207- 725-1727, www.topshamlibrary.org. June 22 — Short Folks For Hope Foundation 3rd annual Folk Fair, 1-4 p.m., Phoenix Karate Academy, 945 Center St., Auburn, family fun event and charity benefit; admission $5, kids’ activities, arts and crafts, karate demonstrations, self defense lessons, raffles, food, www.shortfolks.org. June 22 — Music in the Park, 6 to 8 p.m., French Falls Park, 28 French Falls Lane, Jay, featuring "The Pop Rocks" performing songs from the 1950s, free. June 22, 23 — Rally for Norlands: Civil War Living History Weekend in Livermore. Encampments, battle scenarios, fashion show, blacksmithing, music, one-room schoolhouse, mansion tours, country dance, and more. www. NORLANDS.org or www. Facebook.com/rallyfornorlands. June 25 — “Tide Pools” by Chewonki Traveling Natural History Program, free, open to public, 10 a.m., Community Center for All Seasons, 1 Center Drive, Belgrade, preschool and up, 207-495-3508. June 25 — Auburn Public Library Teen Summer Program kickoff, Odds Bodkin presents “Hercules in Hell: A Greek Myth,” 1-2 p.m., Androscoggin Community Room, teens 12 and older, adults welcome. June 26 — Author

James Hornor at Tospham Public Library, 6 p.m., 25 Foreside Road, 207-7251727, www.topshamlibrary.org. June 28 — 'Places for Pollinators' workshop, followed by field trip to Whatley Farm, sponsored by Androscoggin Valley Soil and Water Conservation District, Topsham Public Library, 25 Foreside Road, Topsham, 207-2415374. June 28 — Mallet Brothers Band, Hymn for Her perform at Waterville Rocks! 5:30-8:30 p.m. Castonguay Square, downtown Waterville, free, open to public. June 29 — Kingfield Pops, Kennedy Farm, Kingfield, tickets available at Tranten's and Skowhegan Savings Bank's Farmington, Kingfield locations, www.kingfieldpops.com, Facebook: www.Facebook.com/ KINGFIELDPOPS. June 29 — Trucks, Up Close and Personal, for preschool and up, free, open to public, Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, 207-4953508.

at Waterville Rocks! 5:30-8:30 p.m. Castonguay Square, downtown Waterville, free, open to public. July 13 — Randolph United Methodist Church community yard sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., to benefit church fuel fund, 16 Asbury St., 207-582-5188. July 13 — Mr. Harley and The Strollers,11 a.m., for all ages, free, open to public, Community Center for All Seasons, 1 Center Road, Belgrade, 207-4953508. July 13 — Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust "Stories and S’mores" for families with children 4-6, 5 p.m., Maine Forestry Museum, walk, story and snack, www.rlht.org/getinvoloved/calendar. July 15 — Maine Crime Writers Build a Mystery, 6 p.m., Belgrade Public Library, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, with Maureen Milliken, Kate Flora, Sandra Neilly construct a mystery with input from the audience, 207-4953508.

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July 1 — Connected, free nondenominational gathering for widowers, widows, divorced, singles 55, 7-9 p.m. St. Charles Borromeo Church hall, 132 McKeen St., Brunswick, light refreshments, 207-725-1266 or 207-7258386. July 2 — Bedtime Story Hour Moon Stories, all ages welcome. 6:30-7 p.m., free open to public, Belgrade Public LIbrary, 124 Depot Road, Belgrade, come in pajamas, 207-4953508. July 3 — Connected meeting for widowers, widows, divorced and singles 55 and over — a free, nondenominational gathering — 7 to 9 p.m., St. Charles Borromeo Church hall, 132 McKeen St., Brunswick, 207-7251266 or 207-725-8386. July 5 — Kat Wright, Katie Matzell, perform

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Empty Bowls’ Nourished Hearts Event raises dough for local food pantries

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Students involved in the Empty Bowls event present a check to United Way. In front, from left, Kayla Jamison, Lisa Laflin, UWTVA director; Nichole Ernest UWTVA community resource coordinator,; and Pam Chernesky, Mt. Blue High School art teacher. Middle row, Kaitlin Higgins, Amelia Frederic, Iliana Marquez, Emily Willett, Caitlin Zamboni, Molley Gurney and Hope Chernesky; in back, Lauryn Walston, Tabitha Cliche, Martha Carter, Mary Parker, Kendra Baker, UWTVA finance and operations coordinator, Kennedy Savage, Clay McCarthy, Gretchen Huish and Alexandria Rackliffe FARMINGTON — The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area’s Pantry Project will disperse more than $1,800 — raised through the Empty Bowls project — to the local food pantries through their broad impact area of addressing food insecurity. Mt. Blue High School art teacher Pam Chernesky organized and coordinated with several groups to make this event a success. Students (art and culinary arts), staff, teachers and community members worked to-

gether to make the bowls, which attendees were able to bring home, bowl cozies and the menu; culinary students provided the desserts. The event was very well attended and raised awareness about food insecurity issues in the area. Donations were accepted for both bowls and the bowl cozies. Approximately 225 bowls were made for this event. United Way’s Pantry Project, including the shelves that are currently located at the Farmington Public

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Eleven nominated for Excellence in Nursing and Direct Care Professionals award

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commitment to promoting optimal patient outcomes and a healthy work environment.” At the conclusion of the awards ceremony, three were named award recipients — Kelvey, Hargreaves and Ward. Respiratory therapist Kaylee Abbott was declared honorary nurse for the immeasurable support she gives unselfishly to nursing staff. The entire Franklin Health Pediatrics team

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• 10,000 Sq. Ft. Multi Dealer Emporium • Quality Antiques • Well lit, Clean and Organized • Period Furnishings to Mid-Centuryy Mode Modern dern de rn n • Discover the Gem that is Hathaway Mill Antiques, sister shop to Cabot Mills Antiques! tiques! In the iconic former Hathaway Shirt Factory

Hathaway Mill Antiques

Open Daily 10am-5pm 10 Water Street, Waterville, ME 04901 207-877-0250 Like us on Facebook & Follow us on Instagram

www.hathawaymillantiques.com email: info@hathawaymillantiques.com