Calendar

March 29 — Maine Chapter of American Mothers spaghetti supper and silent auction fundraiser to help defray costs of convention expenses for Lina Michaud, Maine's nominee for Mother of the Year, Le Calumet Club, 334 West River Road, Augusta; social hour 5 to 6 p.m., dinner 6 to 7:30 p.m., music by Archie & Dave 7:30 to 10 p.m., 207485-7100 or 207-622-3469.

March 29 — Chris Smither — songwriter, guitarist and bluesman — 7:30 p.m., Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water St., Gardiner, 207-582-7144.

March 30 — Leavitt Area High School Project Graduation annual auction, preview 9 a.m., auction 10 a.m. Donate items, or storage space, addison. bonnie@gmail.com, michelle@stonegunshop.com.

March 30 — 6th annual Fairy Godmother Gown Giveaway, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St., Auburn, to donate gowns call 207-783-6450 or 207-713-5888.

March 30 — Childrens author Kevin Hawkes 10 a.m., Turner Public Library.

March 30 — “Cabin Fever” event for elementary-aged kids, accompanied by an adult, 1 to 3 p.m., Western Mountains Baptist Church, 929 Carrabassett Road (Route 27), Carrabassett Valley, 207-265-2557.

March 30 — Brownfield Lions Club dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, over 21, music by Country Crossroads, 50/50, bottle raffle, Lions Den, Routes 5 and 113, $15 a person, BYOB, benefits Brownfield Lions Community Projects Fund, Richard at 207-256-4264 or Dee at 207-935-2681. Reservations require non-refundable deposit.

about 1794 Vaughan homestead, 4 p.m., Cary Library's Williams House, 14 Old Winthrop Road, Wayne, 207-685-3612.

April 3 — Grief support program for children, teens and families at Hope’s Place, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., for youth ages three through 18, their parents or caregivers, Hospice Community Center, 304 Main St., Waterville, 207-873-3615.

April 3 — Canton Historical Society program on wild foods, 6:30 p.m., 25 Turner St., Canton, cantonmehistorical@gmail.com.

April 4 — “The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative,” by Florence Williams book discussion, 6:30-8 p.m., Norway Public Library, part of spring book discussion series, 207-743-5309 ext. 1 or visit the library’s website at www.norway.lib.me.us.

April 5 — Concerts for a Cause presents DejaFunk Dance Party, 7:30 p.m., First Universalist Church of Auburn, 169 Pleasant St. (enter on Spring Street), Auburn, handicapped accessible, 207-783-0461.

April 6 — Livermore Community Center indoor yard sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 25 Church St., 207-212-7543.

April 6 — Chicken Pot Pie supper with sides and homemade pies, to benefit annual North Waterford World's Fair, 5 to 6:30 p.m., North Waterford Congregational Church, 5 Kezars Road, (off Route 35, across from Melby’s store), Waterford, $10 per person; children six to 15, $5; children five and under free, 207-894-8185.

April 6 — "Thanksgiving in April" turkey dinner and silent auction, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Lovell United Church of Christ, 1174 Main St., Center Lovell.

April 6 — Community supper, 5:30 p.m., meal includes casseroles, salads, desserts, coffee and punch and a raffle of baked goods and household items, donations are accepted for the meal, Congregational Church of East Sumner, 50 Main St., Route 219, East Sumner, 207-388-2263 or 207-388-2667.

April 6 — Spring Fling fundraiser to benefit patient care at Androscoggin Hospice House, 6:30 p.m., Martindale Country Club, 527 Beech Hill Road, Auburn, 207-777-7740. ext. 1311.

April 6 — Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, 8 to 10 a.m., Lisbon United Methodist Church, 14 School St., Lisbon Falls, 207-353-4982.

April 6-7 — Gun & Knife Show, Newport Rec Center, 81 North St. 207-341-1356. BigPineGunClub.org.

April 7 — Literacy Volunteers of Augusta 12th annual Team Scrabble Tournament, competivie and social divisiions, 1-4 p.m., Bangor Savings Bank, 5 Senator Way, April 2 registration deadline, fee depending on age of players, size of the team., poceeds benefit Literacy Volunteers of Augusta www.lva-augusta.org, email info@lva-augusta.org.

April 7 — U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors, 3 p.m. Williamson Center, Lawrence High School, 9 Church St., Fairfield, free, tickets available at www. armyfieldband.com/tickets.

April 9 — Uiversity of Maine Cooperative Extension workshop on hayfield and pasture heath, 2-5 p.m., 9 Olson Road, South Paris. Register at maine.edu/register/product/got-hayfields-and-pastures-2019. FMI, call 207342-5971 or email richard. kersbergen@maine.edu.

April 9 — Author and Registered Maine Guide Earl Brechlin, "Return to Moose River: In Search of the Spirit of the Great North Woods," 6:30-8 p.m. Norway Public Library, 207-743-5309 ext. 1.

April 20 — Teacher's Lounge Mafia, 7 p.m. Treat Memorial Library, 56 Main St., Livermore Falles, family friendly show to benefit new computers and children's programming, $9, snacks for $1, 50/50 raffle, tickets from canceled October show will be honored, Facebook and Twitter @TreatMemLibrary.

April 11 — LA Metro Chamber "Business Before Hours," 7 to 9 a.m., Fish Bones Grill, 70 Lincoln St., Lewiston, 207-783-2249.

April 11 — “From the Light: Writing About Wounding Experiences,” 4-6 p.m., Waterville Public Library, 73 Main St., Waterville, free, but registration required, https://from-thelight-poetry.eventbrite.com.

April 11 — Athor Diane Smith, "Command Conflicts in Grant’s Overland Campaign: Ambition and Animosity in the Army of the Potomac," Joshua Chamberlain Civil War Roundtable, 7 p.m., Morrell Room, Curtis Memorial Library, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick, free, open to the public.

April 13 — Author T. Blen Parker will discuss his historical novels revolving around Swan Island, 10 a.m., Bridge Academy Public Library, 44 Middle Road, 207-7378810.

April 13 — Public invited to attend monthly meeting of Maine Chapter of Freedom From Religion Foundation, 10 a.m. to noon, Curtis Memorial Library, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick, 207-613-7080.

April 13 — Inside yard sale with refreshment counter, 9 to 2 p.m., VFW Auxiliary 9787, 58 E. Main St, South Paris, 207-743-5723.

April 15 — Babysitter’s training course, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St., Bridgton, register by April 8, 207-647-3116.

April 16 — “What Matters Most,” first of two health care decision-making workshops, free, limisted seating, 1-4 p.m., SeniorsPlus, 8 Falcon Road, 207-795-4010.

April 19 — The Table's Good Friday Simple Service, 6 to 8 p.m., Norway Grange, 15 Whitman St, Norway, 207-461-3093.

April 22 — Earth Day Volunteer Cleanup, 1-3 p.m., meeting at Pierce House, 204 Main S., Farmington, 207-778-2200.

April 23 — “Next Steps: Making Your Wishes Known,” second of two health care decision-making workshops, free, limited seating, 2-4 p.m. SeniorsPlus, 8 Falcon Road, 207-795-4010.

April 25 — Meditation and focused breathing workshop, 5-7 p.m. Waterville Public Library, 73 Elm st., Waterville, free, registration required, https://guided-meditation-focused-breathing. eventbrite.com.

April 25 — "The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating,” by Elisabeth Tova Bailey book discussion, 6:30-8 p.m., Norway Public Library, part of spring book discussion series, 207743-5309 ext. 1 or visit the library’s website at www. norway.lib.me.us.

AUBURN: Androscoggin County Republican Committee, second Thursday every month, Auburn City Hall. 207-576-9096.

The Brunswick Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 8 Venture Ave. Conference room on the left of the Maine Technology Institute building. Members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills. https://2156. toastmastersclubs.org

The Skowhegan Sportsman’s Club meets 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month, 857 East River Road, Skowhegan, 207-649-1238.

Sewing/Craft group, 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday except third Wednesday, East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, 231 Rayville Road, free, 207-461-1995, dobleverrill@gmail.com.

Community Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. third Wednesday, Community Hall, 292 Oxford Road, 207-539-4368.

Friday Walking Group, 9 a.m., Community Hall, carpools to site, email jimandmoe@gmail.com to get on list.

Contra dances, 6:30-9 p.m., fourt Saturday of month, Facebook Otisfield Contra Dance, 207539-3072.

Oxford Hills Business After Hours, first Thursday of the month, 5:30 to 7 p.m., venue changes, 207-743-2281.

Anderson Staples American Legion, 169 King St., Oxford, meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month; all veterans welcome, 207-595-4200.

Substance Abuse Coalition, second Thursday of the month, 4:30 tp 6 p.m., Bridgton Municipal Complex, Iredale Street, 207-803-9987.

AUGUSTA: Kennebec Beekeepers Association, 6:30-8:30 p.m., second Thursday of the month, Viles Arboretum, 153 Hospital St. mainebeekeepers. org/kennebec-beekeepers.

Augusta Age Friendly Committee knitting group, 10 a.m.-noon Mondays, Buker Community Center, 26 Armory St. 207-626-2350.

BRIDGTON: Friends of the Bridgton Public Library, 9:30 a.m. second Tuesday of the month, Bridgton Public Library, 1 Church St. 6 p.m. second Thursday of the month, Bridgton Municipal Complex, downstairs, lrsacmaine.org, lrsacoalition@gmail.com, 207-803-9987.

EMBDEN: Country Sunday Open Mic, 1-4 p.m., second and fourth Sunday of month, donation asked; Embden Community Center, 797 Embden Pond Road, Embden.

FAYETTE: The Coffee Break, social gathering, weekly 10:30 a.m. Thursdays (beginning Oct. 4), Underwood Library, 2006 Main St. 207-685-3778, faylib@faytte.lib.me.us.

Morse Memorial Library book discussion, third Thursday of the month, every other month beginning in January; 2 p.m. January, November; 5:30 p.m. March, May, July, September. Attend any or all, comment on Facebook, 105 Main St., 207-946-5544, www.morse.lib.me.us.

RANDOLPH: Prayer Shawl Ministry knitting/ crocheting group, weekly, 9-10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Randolph United Methodist Church, 16 Asbury St., 207767-3024.

SABATTUS: Sabattus Rec Club Running Program, weekly 6 p.m. Wednesdays, meets in front of Mixer’s parking lot, Sabattus Road, all ages/ abilities,running@sabattusrec.com, Sabattus Rec Club Running Program Facebook.

Through March 1 — The Welcoming Library traveling exhibit, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St., 207-333-6640 ext.3.

Wayne Community Church, 22 Old Winthrop Road, Wayne Lent, Easter services, activities, 207-6853505, www.wayneumc. com.

March 6-April 21 — Bridgton First Congregational Church, 33 South High St., Bridgton, Lent, Easter services, activities, www.fccbridgton.org, or visit church office 9 a.m.noon weekdays for copy.

— Shiretown Bookers' winter exhibition, "Another Op'nin', Another Show," Shiretown Bookers Hall, Mantor Library, 116 South St., Farmgiton, free and open to the public. shiretownbookers.org.

29-31 — Gaslight Theater production "A Rollicking Evening of One-Acts," Hallowell City Hall Auditorium, Hallowell.

Through March 22 — 2019 Student Art Show featuring art from Hebron Academy, Fryeburg Academy and Lake Region High School, Gallery 302, 112 Main St., gallery hours 11 a.m.-3 p.m.Tuesday-Friday, Sunday; 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Saturday.

Through March 22 — Two photography exhibits, "40 Chances: Finding Hope in a Hungry World" and "Witness to War: The Children of Syria," Holocaust and Human Rights Center of Maine, Michael Klahr Center, 46 University Drive, Augusta, 207-621-3530.

Through March 23 — Young at Art, 16th annual exhibition of artwork by kindergarten through eighth grade studetns at area schools, free, open to public, Harlow Gallery, 100 Water St., Hallowell, noon-6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, harlowgallery.org, 207-622-3813.

Winter Senior Socials, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Undercroft of the Church of the Good Shepherd, free, open to public, activities for seniors, www.rangeleyhealthandwellness.com, 207-864-4397, ext. 4.

Through March 30 — Youth Art Month,events throughout month, exhibition, Common Street Arts, Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. Saturday, www.commonstreetarts.org.

Through April 30 — New Portland Public Library exhibition "Black & White & Read All Over," 899 River Road, 1-3 p.m. Sunday,Thursday; 9 a.m.noon, Tuesday, Saturday; 4-6 p.m. Wednesday; 207628-2361, lolly66@tds.net.

April 5-14 — Community Little Theater presents "Avenue Q, Great Falls Performing Art Center, 30 Academy St., Auburn.

April 13-19 — Waterville Public Library book sale, Fireside Room, during library's open hours, 73 Elm St., all sales by donation.

New Sharon United Methodist Church, at 18 Starks Rd., has scheduled Saturday night public suppers from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and the price is $9 for adults.

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