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Space-Themed Fundraiser Features Talk with Astronaut

KITTERYThunderbird pilot, SpaceX astronaut, and New Hampshire native Scott Poteet (pictured) will give a talk on his experiences on Tuesday, April 4 at 7:30 at the Star Theatre in Kittery. The event will be “fireside chat” style, with great visuals and frequent opportunities for audience interaction. The talk is a fundraiser for the Earth, Sea & Space Center project. There will also be a silent auction of space-themed art.

A special reception will also be held 6:30-7:15 p.m. that night, with a limited number of tickets sold. Those attending

the reception will enjoy dessert and a chance to have one-on-one time with Poteet.

Flying is as natural as breathing to the retired Lieutenant Colonel, who has been taking F-16 fighter jets to the skies since graduating from the University of New Hampshire in 1996. He has patrolled the Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea, and flew combat missions over Bosnia, Kosovo and Iraq. In 2007 and 2008, Poteet rocketed into the blue with the Thunderbirds, the Air Force’s elite precision team, executing breathtaking maneuvers in his supersonic Falcon while often flying only 18 inches apart from his teammates.

Now retired from the Air Force, Poteet has his eyes fixed on an even broader horizon: a trip to space. He will serve as mission pilot for “Polaris Dawn,” guiding SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket closer to the moon than the United States has been since NASA’s Apollo missions of the 1970s. The mission is scheduled for this year.

Growing up in the 1980s, Poteet was inspired by movies such as “Top Gun” and “The Right Stuff,” but he never thought he would add “astronaut” to his resume. “Being an astronaut is the pinnacle of the pyramid when it comes to

flight,” he explains. “Historically, astronauts exemplify the best and brightest in physical, mental and technical achievement. NASA’s criteria is very strict and the standards are very high. However, few people can meet those standards. If we are to truly explore and understand space, we need more dedicated people up there. Private exploration opens the door for those who have skills in key areas to help gather critical information. I was surprised and honored to find a door opening for me. I am keenly aware that I am stand-

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GWRLT Meeting Highlights Accessibility with Enock Glidden

NORTH BERWICKGreat Works Regional Land Trust (GWRLT) will hold its annual members meeting and potluck dinner at 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, at the North Berwick Community Center, 266 Lebanon Road, North Berwick. The meeting is not only a terrific opportunity for the public to meet with fellow members and enjoy a traditional potluck together, but is also a forum to have voices heard and votes

counted regarding GWRLT business.

The business agenda includes the President’s report, Treasurer’s report, nominations for the Board of Directors, and an introduction from new Executive Director, Jordan Kelley. Unique to this year’s proceedings is a public keynote presentation by local adventurer and accessibility advocate, Enock Glidden (pictured), at 6:30 p.m., with a reception and Q&A to

follow afterwards.

Growing up near Baxter State Park with Spina Bifida, Glidden has always had a strong connection to the outdoors, striking a healthy blend of peace and challenge in his pursuits.

As an athlete, he maintains an impressive Curriculum Vitae, having climbed the Zodiac route of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park and as a member of the Maine Adaptive Ski Racing team, among others. Currently,

Enok’s sights are set on climbing a summit at Mt. Rainier National Park in Washington State, but this objective is far from the limit of his vision. He is also an Accessibility Ambassador with Maine Trail Finder, providing trail assessments and notes on GWRLT accessibility. Subsequently, his work is intricately tied to conservation and the role land trusts play in the

Free Classic Films Shown at OPA in April

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April marks the final month of Ogunquit Performing Arts

(OPI) 21st Annual Classic Film Festival. The four April films offer a musical series, released between 1954 and 1969. The musicals feature several well-known actors who have also starred in multiple stage and “non-musical” films, among them: Frank Sinatra, Shirley MacLaine, Audrey Hepburn, Lee Marvin, Clint Eastwood, Jean Seberg, and movie musical favorites Howard Keel and Jane Powell.

Can Can (1960), April 2

Adapted from a 1953 Broad-

way musical comedy, “Can Can” is set in 1896 Montmarte, Paris, and stars Shirley MacLaine, Frank Sinatra, Louis Jourdan and Maurice Chevalier. The Can Can (a dance where women lift

their skirts) is banned by law as lewd and lascivious. However, the proprietor of the cabaret club Bal du Paradis (MacLaine) has it performed every day. Law enforcement personnel look the other way, even attending performances, due to the persuasive charms of the club’s female employees.

My Fair Lady (1964), April 16 George Cukor’s elegant, colorful adaptation of the beloved 1956 Broadway stage play of the same name, in turn based on George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 stage play “Pygmalion,” is set in 1912 London. A snobbish pho-

netics professor (Rex Harrison), agrees to a wager that he can transform the speech and manners of Cockney flower girl Eliza (Audrey Hepburn, pictured to the left) and pass her off to high society as a duchess. The film has the honor of being the most expensive film shot in the United States up to that time ($17 million), was the recipient of eight Oscars, and was nominated for many other film awards.

Paint Your Wagon (1969), April 23

Adapted by Paddy Chayef-

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Autism Awareness 5K Fun Run Workshop to Address Accessing High-Speed Internet

YORK COUNTYArea residents are urged to attend a public meeting on Tuesday, April 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at York County Community College, 112 College Drive, Wells, to share their experience with technology and internet access.

Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission is holding the community listening workshop that will set the

stage for future state and federal investments in broadband infrastructure across southern Maine and the state at large.

This new coalition is working to expand access to high-speed internet service while ensuring that people who lack financial resources or technical skills will also benefit. A major influx of federal tax dollars is supporting the effort.

“Internet access is now a critical part of civic engagement and participation, employment and access to essential services, such as telehealth and education,” said Project Manager James Rather, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission. “Access to the internet is so important to function in society now. We don’t want to leave anyone behind.”

Expanding broadband access is the goal of a new, federally funded Regional and Tribal Broadband Partners Program, which the Maine Connectivity Authority administers.

The Maine Connectivity Authority is asking residents to take a survey to help the state understand what infrastructure investments are important to residents. Residents can find the

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YORKYork High School’s NeuroDiversity Club for Autism

Awareness is hosting a 5K Fun Run at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 1, to celebrate individuals with Autism, their friends, and families. In addition to the run, there will be a DJ, raffles, swag bags for the first 100 participants, bubble party, and more!

NeuroDiversity Club was started as a student-led initiative to promote inclusion, accep-

survey at www.smpdc.org. According to Rather, it is estimated that only 4% of the population in southern Maine meets the state and federal threshold for high speed broadband.

The program will support community-driven planning efforts to develop solutions for expanding broadband infrastructure and assuring everyone has

tance, and awareness of Autism and neurodiversity in the community. To fundraise for the club and to generate acceptance and awareness, the club is holding its first annual Autism Awareness 5K Fun Run at York High School, 1 Robert Stevens Drive, York.

For more information, visit www.tinyurl.com/3fj8h5j2 or email club faculty advisor Melissa Peraner at mperaner@ yorkschools.org.

access.

“Unlike all other types of our country’s infrastructure, such as roads, water, and sewer, the backbone of our digital infrastructure is owned by private companies. The pathway to digital equity will be universal access to high capacity broadband, which must become nonnegotiable. In the meantime

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Kittery Update

Kittery Educational Scholarship Applications

Funds for this annual scholarship come from the generous donations of redeemable containers from Kittery residents at the Kittery Resource Recovery Facility. Any resident of the town who has, or will graduate, from an accredited high school, GED program or a homeschooling program, and who has enrolled in a post-secondary college, university, or vocationaltechnical school, is eligible to apply. In addition to academic achievement and demonstrated financial need, special consideration may be given to any applicant who demonstrates a direct connection to environmental studies. Applicants will be required to write an essay of 250-500 words, answering the question: “Why is it important to protect the environment?” FMI: Town Clerk Jillian Richards at 207-475-1313 or jrichards@kitteryme.org.

York Update

April Collection Bin

In recognition of Earth Month, First Parish Church in York will join Planet Aid by hosting a collection bin curbside on the lawn in front of the church office building at 180 York St., York. Well-worn textiles, clothing, shoes, towels, sheets, curtains and even sleeping bags all accepted. Planet Aid will generate $.05/pound to supplement environmental initiatives at First Parish. Alternatively, any usable items on the list can be donated to the YCSA thrift shop, or any others in the area. FMI: www.planetaid. org or www.firstparishyork.net.

Saturday, April 1

Berwick Egg Hunt

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Memorial Field, Berwick Recreation, 11 Sullivan Square, Berwick. Rain

Date: Sunday, April 2. 10 a.m.: ages 0-4; 11 a.m.: ages 5-6; 12 p.m.: ages 7-8; 1 p.m.: ages 9-10. Hunt for eggs and treats. Some eggs will have prize vouchers to be redeemed at prize booth. Try and find the golden egg! The Easter Bunny will be on site for photo opportunities. Event is free, registration required. FMI: www. berwickrec.com.

Ogunquit Egg Hunt

10:30 - 12 p.m. at Ogunquit Town Playground, next to Dunaway Center, 23 School St, Ogunquit. Ages 0-4 at 10:30 a.m., ages

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5-9 at 11 a.m. Photos with the Easter Bunny, courtesy of Dragonfl y Photography, doughnuts by Congdon’s Doughnuts, delicacies by Mornings in Paris, cookies by Bread and Roses Bakery. Bring a basket and enjoy Ogunquit’s very own Eggstravangaza! Free, no registration required. Special thanks to Kennebunk Savings Ogunquit branch for their support.

Sunday, April 2

Palm Sunday Service & Communion

10:30 a.m. at South Congregational Church, 2 North St., Kennebunkport. FMI: www.southchurchucc.org.

Fundraising Silent Auction

The 6th Annual Online Silent Auction for Ryan Home runs April 2-9 with new items added daily! FMI: www.biddingowl.com/TheRyanHomeProject and www.theryanhomeproject.org.

Easter Brunch Fundraiser

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Noble High School, 100 Noble Way, North Berwick. A fundraiser for the

Noble High School Class of 2023’s Project Graduation. Pancakes, toppings, sausage, juice and

coffee. Face painting and other fun activities. Photos with the Easter Bunny, $5! $7 adults, $5 kids. FMI:

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See APRIL2 on page 4 . . .

Our Services:

Sound Meditation

2-3 p.m. at The Dance Hall Kittery, 7 Walker St., Kittery. Using crystal bowls, percussion, and voice, Peggo uses the power of vibration to clear stuck energy in the body and bring participants back home to their true nature. Bring layers to lie on and cover up with, chairs are also available. Session also available via Zoom. Donations always greatly appreciated. FMI: vibrantvoice@gmail.com.

Outdoor Community

Prayer Vigil

4 p.m. at the Wells Congregational Church, 1695 Post Rd., Wells. Vigil in response to the war in Ukraine, the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, and more. All are welcome. To be held indoors in the event of inclement weather.

Palm Sunday Service

8 a.m. Communion with traditional language; 10:30 a.m. Communion with contemporary language, hymns, and singing. At St. David’s Episcopal, 138 York St., Kennebunk. FMI: 207-985-3073.

Tuesday, April 4

Strum Away Stress

11 a.m. at Solfege Center for Healing, 28 Levesque Dr., Eliot. Strum away stress ukulele group for all levels. FMI: www.solfegecenterforhealing.com.

Shipyard Hiring Event

12-3 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 300 Woodbury Ave., Portsmouth, NH. Hiring event for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. FMI: ptnh-jobs@ navy.mil.

Field Technician Interviews

12-6 p.m. at Spectrum, 118 Johnson Road, Portland. On the spot interviews, starting pay $22 per hour, many benefits! FMI: https:// jobs.spectrum.com.

MaineCare

Advanced Workshop

Two-day workshop builds on the MaineCare Basics foundation. Workshops to review MAGI and Non-MAGI screening, and cover eligibility scenarios to pre-screen household members for MaineCare. Two sessions: April 4, 1-3:30 p.m.; April 5, 1-3:30 p.m., online. Registration fee for both sessions is $75. FMI: hroy@mainecahc.org.

Wednesday, April 5

Nonpoint Source Training

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Two workshops led by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. First session covers land use regulations in Maine, including shoreland zoning, the Natural Resources Protection Act, and regulations administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Second session

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covers stream crossing design and installation. $50/$25. FMI: www.wellsreserve.org/calendar.

Community Food Drive

10-11 a.m. at First Parish Church, 180 York Street, York, at the curb in front of the church office building. Monthly community collection for the York Community Service Association Food Pantry. Suggested items: salad dressings (16 oz.), pasta and rice sides, solid white tuna. Non-perishable pantry items and monetary contributions as a check to YCSA Food Pantry are appreciated. FMI: p.l.drew79@ me.com or 207-351-8141.

Full Moon Walk

6-8 p.m. at Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. A slow walk to Laudholm Beach, sharing stories and poems. $8/$6 individual, $20/$15 family. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/calendar.

Griefshare Support Group

6:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 130 Main St., South Berwick. FMI: 207-384-2063 or www. fbcsouthberwick.org.

Thursday, April 6

Maundy Thursday Service

11:30 am - 1 p.m. at Union Congregational Church, 18 Church St, York Beach. A light lunch will be provided. FMI: souptember18@ hotmail.com.

Maundy Thursday Service

7 p.m. at Saint David’s Episcopal, 138 York St., Kennebunk. Commemoration of the Lord’s Last Supper and the stripping of the altar. FMI: 207-985-3073.

Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7 p.m. at Our Lady of the Angels, 160 Agamenticus Road, South Berwick, and St. Raphael, 8 Whipple Road, Kittery. FMI: www. pal-me.org.

Maundy Thursday Service

5:30 p.m. Simple potluck and readings from Haggadah at South Congregational Church, 2 North St., Kennebunkport. FMI: www. southchurchucc.org.

Friday, April 7

Good Friday Event

12-1 p.m. at Cape Neddick Baptist Church, 34 River Rd., Cape Neddick. Drop in for an hour of quiet live music as we reflect on the events of Good Friday. All are welcome. FMI: 207-363-3566 or capeneddickbaptist@cnbcchurch.org.

Good Friday Open Sanctuary

1:30-3:30 p.m. Meditative music, images, prayers at South Congregational Church, 2 North St., Kennebunkport. FMI: www.southchurchucc.org.

Stations of the Cross & Good Friday Service

Stations of the Cross at 12 p.m.; Good Friday service at 7 p.m. At Saint David’s Episcopal, 138 York St., Kennebunk. FMI: 207985-3073.

Stations of the Cross

3 p.m. at Our Lady of Angels, 160 Agamenticus Road, South Berwick, St. Christopher, 4 Barrell Lane, York, and St. Raphael, 8 Whipple Road, Kittery. FMI: www. pal-me.org.

Passion of the Lord Service

7 p.m. at Our Lady of the Angels, 160 Agamenticus Road, South

Berwick, and St. Christopher, , 4 Barrell Lane, York. FMI: www. pal-me.org.

Woodcock Watch

7-8:30 p.m. at Wells Reserve at

Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Maine Master Naturalist Paul Dest leads. The woodcock is a woods-dwelling shorebird that claims territories with fantastic aerial displays at dusk. Its

favored habitat is grasslands and early-succession forests. $8/$6. Registration required. FMI: www. wellsreserve.org/calendar.

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Saturday, April 8

Easter Vigils

Family Easter vigil service at 4 p.m., evening Easter vigil at 7:30 p.m. at Saint David’s Episcopal, 138 York St., Kennebunk. FMI: 207-985-3073.

Easter Vigil

8 p.m. at St. Raphael, 8 Whipple Road, Kittery. FMI: www.pal-me. org.

South Berwick Egg Hunt

This fun-fi lled morning includes games, dating, egg hunt, toucha-truck with the fi re and police

departments, and a visit by the Easter Bunny! 10:30 a.m. at Central School, 197 Main St., South Berwick, for ages 2-8. Please register to ensure enough eggs are hidden for all, at https://secure. rec1.com/ME/south-berwick/catalog.

Wells Egg Hunt

11 a.m. presented by Wells Parks & Recreation and the Town of Wells at 412 Branch Road, Wells, with a special appearance from the Easter Bunny, and a prize table! Please bring an Easter basket or bag, and please register at https://tinyurl.com/4d8ryrr9.

Drawing Nature: Seeing the World in Black and White

9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. With Michael Boardman, wildlife artist and Maine Master Naturalist. Learn nature journaling with classroom techniques and materials combined with time in the field, focusing on basic drawing skills as they relate

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to the natural world. $75/$60. Registration required. FMI wellsreserve.org/calendar.

Spaghetti Supper

4:30-6 p.m. at Yorkshire Masonic Lodge, 101 High St., North Berwick. Homemade sauce, meatballs, salad, bread, beverage and dessert. All you can eat for $10. FMI: 207-752-3337.

Sunday, April 9

Easter Service

8 a.m. worship with traditional language, 10:30 a.m. with contemporary language. At Saint David’s Episcopal, 138 York St., Kennebunk. FMI: 207-985-3073.

Easter Service

7:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. at St. Christopher, 4 Barrell Lane, York; 9 a.m. at St. Raphael, 8 Whipple Road, Kittery; and 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Angels, 160 Agamenticus Road, South Berwick. FMI: www. pal-me.org.

Easter Celebrations

Informal Easter Observance and Communion at 8:15 a.m. on the River Green (sanctuary if the weather is bad). The celebrations at 10:30 a.m. with Trumpet Prelude beginning at 10:20 a.m. at South Congregational Church, 2 North St., Kennebunkport. FMI: www. southchurchucc.org.

Holy Week Schedule

Stations of the Cross:

3:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Angels

3:00 p.m. at St. Christopher • 3:00 p.m. at St. Raphael

Passion of the Lord Service:

7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Angels • 7:00 p.m. at St. Christopher

Saturday, April 8 – HOLY SATURDAY

Easter Vigil:

8:00 p.m. at St. Raphael

Sunday, April 9 – EASTER

7:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. at St. Christopher

9:00 a.m. at St. Raphael • 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Angels

LOCATIONS:

St. Christopher, 4 Barrell Lane, York St. Raphael, 8 Whipple Road, Kittery

Our Lady of the Angels, 160 Agamenticus Road, South Berwick

Benefit of Wells Congregational Church

Cappy’s Plaza, 166 Post Rd / Rte 1, Moody (same parking lot as Mekhong Thai)

Berwick Public Library

Outsmart The Scammers

Wednesday, April 5, 10:30-11:30

a.m. Edward Jones financial advisor Jackie Pampinella will discuss how to spot red fl ags that may indicate fraudulent encounters, and the steps to take to protect yourself and loved ones.

Genealogy Club

Genie Club meets at the library the first Friday of every month, 1:303:30 p.m. The library has access to genealogy sites like Ancestry. com. There is also a collection of genealogy books to use. Volunteer Laurie Jackson will be on hand to help. The next meeting is Friday, April 7.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-698-5737 or visit contact the library at www. berwick.lib.me.us.

D.A. Hurd Library

Senior Potluck Luncheon

Monday, April 3 at 10 a.m. at the North Berwick Rec. Community Center, 266 Lebanon Rd., North Berwick. Coffee and social time on the alternate Mondays. Next luncheon will be April 17.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-676-2215 or visit www.dahurdlibrary.org.

Kennebunk Free Library

House Plant & Seed Swap

Saturday, April 1 at 1:15 p.m. Join other plant lovers to trade plants and seeds. Set up begins at 1:15 p.m., trading commences at 1:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Please bring only healthy and pest free plants and seeds that are less than three years old. Be prepared to share the name and care information for plants or seeds. Program is free and wheelchair accessible. To register, go to the “Programs and Events” tab on the library website.

Craft Supply Swap at KFL

Bring unused yarn, fabric, drawing, scrapbooking, jewelry-making, wreath making, and other supplies and swap with fellow crafters!

Donations can be dropped off starting April 1 by appointment only. Limit two bags or one large tote per person; donations may be denied based on condition at staff discretion. Supplies not taken will be used by the library for programs, donated to local nonprofits, or recycled. The craft

swap is Saturday, April 22, 2-4 p.m. Program is free and wheelchair accessible.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-985-2173 or visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.

Rice Public Library

Community Survey

The Town of Kittery, in conjunction with the Library Advisory Board, is developing a fi ve-year strategic

plan to establish a road map of goals and objectives for the library. To provide input, the public is invited to take the survey, available through the library website. The survey is 25 questions long and takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. Print copies are also available at the library. The deadline has been extended to Friday, April 7.

Movie Night: The Fabelmans Wednesday, April 5 at 5:30 p.m.

Rated PG-13, 2hr 30min runtime. Pizza will be served beforehand. Registration required.

Allagash:

New England’s Wild River Thursday, April 6 at 6 p.m. Narrated by author and humorist Tim Caverly, this show includes music as well as scenic and historic photos from the “northern forest.” Spectators will virtually canoe the See RICE on page 8 . . .

Community Chorus Concerts Celebrate the Magic of Spring

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The Community Chorus at South Berwick (CCSB) will perform two “Love is in the Air” concerts, on Saturday, April 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hussey Theater at Noble High School in North Berwick and on Sunday, April 2 at 3 p.m. at Christ Church, Epis-

copal in Exeter, NH. Now in its 48th season, the Community Chorus at South Berwick is a group of singers from over 25 communities who come together for the joy of preparing excellent choral music and performing fine concerts twice annually.

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The “Love is in the Air” concerts will feature pieces by Bach, Walker, Shaw, and Whitacre. Two selections by young composers from New England, “Summer Rain” and “You Are My Sunshine,” will also be performed.

“We’re excited for these voices to share the magic of spring’s awakenings through song at our upcoming concerts,” said CCSB’s Music Director and Conductor, Dr. Nicolás Dosman. “Love is the theme that flows through each piece, and these concerts promise to be an uplifting musical experience.”

The Hussey Theater at Noble High School is located at 100 Noble Way in North Ber-

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wick. Christ Church Episcopal is located at 43 Pine Street in Exeter, NH. Advance tickets for the performances are $12 for general admission, and can be purchased at www.ccsb-sing. org. At-the-door tickets are $15 for general admission and $12 for seniors and students.

The Community Chorus at South Berwick is a group of singers from over 25 communities who come together for the joy of preparing excellent choral music and performing concerts in their communities twice annually. The chorus provides dedicated, non-auditioned singers with the opportunity to enhance their musical knowledge and skills while enjoying the fellowship of working with others in this common musical endeavor. The 2022-2023 season marks the group’s 48th season. For more information, visit www.ccsbsing.org.

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world-famous river, discover forgotten logging history and learn about Native American archaeology. Hear first-hand about the lore, legends, and characters that Tim experienced during his 32-year career as a Maine Park Ranger. Registration required.

Acoustic Guitar Circle

Thursday, April 6 at 6:30 p.m. on the top fl oor. Bring a guitar and jamm with others in a casual setting. All skill levels welcome.

Bluegrass Jam Band

Saturday, April 8 at 11:30 a.m. Bluegrass and country musicians get together on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month to jam! Sessions are open to the public - bring an instrument and start picking! FMI: Tom Sorrentino at thomjsorrentino@gmail.com. For More Information

Call the library at 207-439-1553 or visit www.rice.lib.me.us.

Wells Public Library

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WANNA GET AWAY?

SPAIN’S COSTA DEL SOL & MADRID

October 28 - November 5, 2023

Includes transportation to and from Wells to Boston Logan, airfare from Boston, ground transfers, land tour, sightseeing, hotels and meals as specified in the itinerary, services of a professional tour director and all taxes and service charges.

$2,999 per person, double / $3,499 single

SOUTHERN CHARM HOLIDAY

December 3-9, 2023

(Charleston/Savannah/Jekyll Island)

Includes transportation to and from Wells to Boston Logan, airfare from Boston, ground transfers, land tour, sightseeing, hotels and meals as specified in the itinerary, services of a professional tour director and all taxes and service charges.

$2,999 per person, double / $3,999 single

A representative from Collette Tours will share info on these trips on Tuesday, April 11 at 5:30pm at Wells Chamber of Commerce, 136 Post Road / Route 1, Wells RSVP to 207-646-2451

For specifics on the itineraries go to www.wellschamber.org

Library and Museum Celebrate the Young Child

KENNEBUNKThe Kennebunk Free Library (KFL) announces its upcoming exhibition, “Celebrating the Young Child,” the artwork of the Pre-Kindergarten students at Kennebunk Elementary School (KES).

The exhibit is in recognition of “The Week of the Young Child,” an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The purpose is to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families, and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs. The 2023 Week of the Young Child runs April 1-7.

RSU 21 has a large public Pre-K program at Kennebunk Elementary, and they are pleased to be sharing the students’ artwork as part of this important focus on young children. The students in Pre-K at KES have enjoyed making art since the first day of school. Educators at KES believe in the process of exploring materials in order to learn more about the world, and art is one way to

do so. The school has seven classrooms of students, and each class selected their own focus for the artwork. The public will be treated to a variety of subjects and processes when visiting the exhibit.

KFL is happy to display artwork by these budding artists. The public is invited to view the exhibit April 4-28 in the library’s Speers Gallery at 112 Main St., Kennebunk, during regular library hours when the gallery is not in use for library programs. For more information, www.kennebunkli-

brary.org.

The Brick Store Museum is also celebrating National Week of the Young Child, with a free event for young children and their families that includes story time and a children’s concert.

Starting at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 1, Pulitzer Prizewinning author Barbara Walsh will read aloud her recent children’s book, “The Lobster Lady.” At 11 a.m., award-winning children’s musician Sammie Haynes of TreeTops Music will perform

an interactive music concert. This event is free and open to children and their families. While visiting the museum, families are invited to explore the museum’s newest exhibition honoring young artists, the Kennebunk Elementary School Art Show, which runs through April 9.

The Brick Store Museum focuses on local history, art and

cultures of the Kennebunks and its surrounding communities. Its collections hold over 70,000 artifacts relating to regional history. The museum is open year-round, and offers rotating exhibitions, monthly educational programs and tours, historic preservation and archaeology projects, and community events. For more information, visit www.brickstoremuseum.org.

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The more one works with cats, the more one may realize how sensitive they are. That can be true of any animal, but cats are particularly intuitive. They know how to read the energy in the air, in their human, and definitely in

their home environment. For this reason, we have kept a “work in progress” litter of kittens in the loving care of our foster volunteer, Janet. Janet rescued this litter of kittens from a rural property. Unfortunately, we did not have room for them right away. The kittens were feral, and fortunately Janet has feral cat experience. She also has a big heart, and offered to foster them for us. Those interested in adopting from this litter will meet them in their trusted environment in Janet’s home.

Janet feels that beautiful Otter, with his copper colored eyes, is most ready for adoption.

Otter has developed a very playful personality! With his sibling Tuna by his side, the two continue helping each other find confidence and comfort for when it is time to leave their foster home and each other. Tuna is also sweet and very cuddly at night.

As always, we are committed to finding the best match for each cat’s personality and emotional needs, so that a successful adoption will last a lifetime. We know from experience that these kittens will need a quiet home with someone who is sensitive to their shy nature.

Anyone with a nurturing personality and who enjoys the wonders and rewards of helping a kitty learn to be brave, happy, and secure, can check out Otter and Tuna on our Petfinder page. For more details, call Nancy, our Cat Health Manager, at the number listed in the info block to the left.

Beginning April 4, our receiving area will be open 4-7 p.m. on Tuesdays. The shop will not

be open. This is to accommodate those who cannot bring their donations on Saturdays, 12-3 p.m. Thank you in advance!

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We would like to reintroduce you to two of our long term residents. Both of these deserving pups are spayed and neutered and up to date on their vaccinations. If you would like a meet and greet with either dog, give us a call.

We have Cooper, a 4-yearold, Plott Hound mix who is looking for a home with a fencedin yard and someone who lives a quiet life. Cooper is 55 lbs. and a happy boy. He should be the only pet in the household.

Next we have beyond adorable Stella! She is a two-yearold Pittie from Louisiana who is good with everyone. Stella would do well in a home with another dog to play with, and/ or older kids. She is a funny girl!

home & garden

Spring is Here!

By Cheryl Farley, Guest Columnist

“Autumn arrives in the early morning, but spring at the close of a winter’s day,” wrote Elizabeth Bowen (1899-1973).

Winter’s nip is still in the air, but spring has arrived! Snow goes away and crocus soon dot the garden beds, while signs of daffodils and tulips start to emerge. The smell of clean garden soil wafts along as the snow melts in all those stubborn spots. While it is still a bit too early to start planting, getting ready is now key.

Hopefully during the winter months some time was spent planning. If not, there is still plenty of time. The local nurseries will begin stocking during the month of April. April and May are great months to plant perennials. In the coming days, draw out a plan, make a list of plants to purchase, or hire a professional garden designer to help if needed.

Planting in steps is a great way to go. Consult local nursery websites to select plants on the list, not only by light requirements, size and color, but also by bloom time. It is nice to have some of the garden in bloom from April to November. Start with getting the early bloomers purchased and planted first so they can be enjoyed while they are in bloom. Lily of the valley, phlox, allium, dicentra (bleeding heart), baptisia, and peonies are a small sample of early blooming perennials. Planting through the end of June is ideal, but new plants can go in the ground throughout the summer as long as they are watered regularly.

Once the plants are decided on, make sure the garden bed is ready. When it warms up a bit, and the soil is pliable down to about a couple of feet, turn over any leaves that spent the winter harboring essential bugs, and mix them into the soil to allow them to decompose in the garden bed. If there is a quite a heap of leaves leftover from fall, move them to the compost pile. Adding horse or cow manure or compost to the soil each spring will contribute to strong root growth and healthy plants.

The fun begins when that first shoveled area receives a prized perennial! Plant according to instructions included with the plant. If those are not included, again, local nursery websites are a great resource for planting information. Regardless of the plant, it is important to dig the hole twice as deep and

wide as the root ball. Once dug, fill with water, it should drain fairly quickly. If not, there is likely a large rock, ledge or clay

soil clogging up the works. If clay soil is the culprit, dig a bit deeper, add more compost to the clay to loosen the soil, then plant. Rocks are pretty typical in New England gardens and can be either easy or a real pill to remove. Gardening is not without challenges! Ledge can be dealt with plants that grow well under those conditions.

Traditionally, shorter plants go to the front of the garden bed, with graduating sizes to the rear. However, it is okay to mix it up, planting something tall in spots along the garden bed for visual interest, weaving with plants of various sizes. The great thing about gardening is that you can change things around throughout the season if desired. The most important thing is to enjoy the time outdoors and the magic as it unfolds over the coming days and weeks of the most glorious time of year here in New England.

ELIOTEES students had the opportunity recently to participate in experimental learning with Northeast Passage, a privately funded non-profit 501(c) (3) program of the University of New Hampshire (UNH). Students took part in conversations about disabilities and learned about a variety of adaptive sports. EES School Counselor Bess Kier-

nan shared “A Kids Book About Disabilities” with classes, and students were able to participate in adaptive games to enhance their learning. Eliot Elementary thanks Northeast Passage for joining them for a fun and educational event!

Northeast Passage (NEP) empowers people living with disabling conditions, both visible and invisible, to define, pursue and achieve whole life

health, community engagement and fulfillment through sports and recreation, and to develop and promote best practices in the fields of Therapeutic Recreation and Adaptive Sports.

NEP develops, delivers, and evaluates innovative barrier-free recreation and health promotion programs. Guiding principles promote client independence through education and problem solving, creating opportunities, through a network of accessible recreation. NEP was founded in 1990 as a private non-profit organization. In March of 2000, NEP merged with the University of New Hampshire as the service branch of the Recreation Management and Policy Department within the College of Health and Human Services. NEP’s philosophy embodies the concept of Universal Design, creating an environment that is usable for a wide range of individuals and situations. For more information, visit www.nepassage.org/about.

Childbirth Ed. Virtual Classes

YORKYork Hospital is excited to announce the continuation of Childbirth Education classes provided to its patients. Due to the pandemic, the hospital temporarily paused all childbirth education offerings. In partnership with Birthly, York Hospital is offering valuable, educational resources, to their patients in the comfort of their own homes beginning Monday, April 3.

Through the partnership, York Hospital’s patients are now able to access a variety of childbirth and infant care classes online. All classes are live, which means patients will have the opportunity to connect through a live video feed with certified and experienced childbirth educators. Birthly educators will provide interactive teaching on a variety of top-of-mind topics and patients will have dedicated time to ask questions. York Hospital patients will be provided with a code to access these classes at a 50% discount.

Classes currently offered include Early Pregnancy Preparations, Prenatal Education Bootcamp, Coping and Comfort, Breastfeeding 101, as well as Newborn Care. Since each class type is offered multiple times a month, patients now have more flexibility in choosing a time that fits their schedule and can attend classes anywhere virtually via their laptop, tablet, and other mobile devices.

“Throughout the pandemic we learned that our mothers and fathers are looking for programs that allow them the flexibility to participate in interactive, live, birthing programs from home – at times that fit their changing schedules. Our childbirth educators are certified and experienced, and our patients and partners will have many opportunities to benefit from their expertise,” said Interim Director of Birthing & Family Care Pam Heithoff, RNC-OB, C-EFM, BSN, MBA, NE-BC.

To register, visit www.mybirthly.com/yorkhospital.

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Temporary Closure

Due to a burst pipe, the library will be closed until further notice.

Curbside pickup for requested

books 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. MondayFriday, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Please check online or call the library to verify programs. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Fiction Book Club

Tuesday, April 4 at 6 p.m. at the Bull N’ Claw, 2270 Post Rd., Wells. Open to adults interested in chatting about books, sharing favorite books/authors, and discovering new favorites. This month will feature “A Gentleman in Moscow,” by Amor Towles.

Teen Collaborative Crafting: Squeegee Art

Wednesday, April 5 at 1:15 p.m., outside. What starts as dots of paint evolves into a beautiful work of abstract art with the help of a traditional bathroom squeegee All materials and snacks are provided. Dress for outdoors! For students in grade 5 and up.

LEGO and Rubik’s Cube Club Friday, April 7 at 3 p.m., outside. Participants build master creations with LEGOs provided by the library. We also have Rubik’s cubes on hand with instructions on how to solve them. Dress accordingly for outdoors. All ages welcome.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-646-8181 or visit www.wellslibrary.org.

William Fogg Library

New Poetry Reading Group Thursday, April 6 at 12:30 p.m., and monthly on the first Thursday

of each month afterward. Participants can either share their own poetry, or bring favorite poems that they’d like to recite. All are welcome. To sign up, contact Julianne Powers at harevalley1304@ yahoo.com.

Local Children’s Book Author

Tammy Truax

Author Tammy Truax will be visiting the library at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 8 to read and hold a signing for her book, “The Pearl of Portsmouth.” The book recounts a 1952 visit to Portsmouth, NH by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-439-9437 or visit www.williamfogglibrary.org.

York Public Library

York’s Student Art Show On display throughout the library

until the end of April. The show features a variety of art from paintings to drawings, sculpture and multi-media masterpieces created by students. All are invited to come and appreciate the incredible talent of youth in York. Opening reception: Tuesday, April 4, 5-6 p.m. in the Lower Level.

Candidate Night for York Committee Elections

Monday, April 3, 6-8 p.m. at the library, and livestream. Candidates will answer questions about why they want to run for office and what experience they have to help the town. FMI: Jim Smith at smithjmail@mail.com.

Virtual Author Talk:

Kate Beaton

Tuesday, April 4, 7-8 p.m. An enlightening hour online with highlyacclaimed Kate Beaton, the New York Times bestselling author of

“Hark! A Vagrant!” and “Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands.”

Mah Jong for Beginners

Wednesday, Apr il 5, 12-2 p.m. Join Beth Gilbert in the Library’s Lower Lobby for an introduction to the popular tile game. This is designed for new or beginning players. Registration required.

Research It:

This Old (York) House

Wednesday, April 5, 1-2 p.m. in the Wheeler Room. A beginner’s guide to researching historic homes. Learn entry level tips and tricks on how to start research on the history of your home! Trace deeds, view contemporary permits, and cross-check historical resources. Registration required.

For More Information Call the library at 207-363-2818 or visit www.yorkpubliclibrary.org.

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Maine Diner, 2265 Post Rd, Wells Co-Op Garden Opportunity!

The Maine Diner Garden is a half-acre parcel of fertile and well-tended land that will need helping hands this season.

Due to ongoing staff shortages, the Maine Diner Garden will now be a Co-Op Garden. Interested gardeners will plant, weed, water, and harvest their own produce as well as Maine Diner’s produce. Gardeners will keep their own produce and give Maine Diner its produce. Gardeners and Maine Diner are responsible for purchase of their own seeds and plants.

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ing on the shoulders of all the astronauts who’ve gone before.”

The five-day Polaris Dawn mission is multi-faceted. The craft will try to reach the highest Earth orbit in the history of human space flight, reaching an initial apogee of 1,400 kilometers, breaking the Gemini 11 record. The crew is also slated to touch the lower part of the Inner van Allen Belt, an area astronauts have not been in 64 years. This area has concerned NASA space scientists because of possible significant radiation exposure. However, going through

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the Belts is the shortes t route to the moon, so information about this region is key. Polaris Dawn will skim along the edge, and the crew will receive about as much radiation as through a total body CT scan, according to Poteet. Nonetheless, radiation levels and impacts will be monitored for further study. The crew will also perform the first commercial space walk or EVA (Extravehicular activity) and the first using SpaceX suits.

A major part of Polaris Dawn’s five-day mission focuses on medical science and research that will help scientists better understand the challenges of long-term space flight and the

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effects of both radiation and micro-gravity on the human body.

The Polaris Dawn mission will also test SpaceX’s new StarLink laser communications system. These inter-satellite laser links will reduce the need for ground-based satellite connections and will be essential as astronauts travel further away from Earth.

The Polaris Dawn mission has a strong philanthropic component, thanks to its partnership with St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, the world’s premier pediatric cancer treatment center. The Inspiration4 flight raised more than $240 million for St. Jude, and the medical

LEGAL & PUBLIC NOTICES

Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) proposes to collocate wireless communications antennas at centerline heights of 95 feet 6 inches and 99 feet 6 inches on a water tower with an overall height of 110 feet at the approx. vicinity of 147 Rogers Road, Kittery, York County, ME 03904. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, ATTN: Courtney Meadows, 8600 LaSalle Road, Suite 301, Towson, MD 21286 or c.meadows@trileaf.com.

Town of Kittery: Notice of Public Hearing

Pursuant to M.R.S.A Title 30-A, §4352 the Town of Kittery Town Council shall hold a public hearing on Monday, April 10, 2023 beginning at 6pm, to amend §16.2 Administration and Enforcement, §16.3 Definitions, §16.5 General Performance Standards, §16.7 General Development Requirements, and §16.8 Subdivision Review to incorporate required updates under the 2022-2027 General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4 General Permit), or take any other action relative thereto.

A copy of the proposed amendments is on file with the Planning Department and may be viewed at Town Hall during normal business hours, at www.kitteryme. gov, or by emailing jgarnham@kitteryme.org. All interested persons are invited to attend the public hearing in person or remotely and will be given an opportunity to be heard at the hearing or submit public comments via email to towncomments@ kitteryme.org by 12pm on April 10, 2023.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

To: Marianne Goodine or Michele Stivaletta-Noble, Cindy Appleby, Mark Dupuis, Keeley Lambert, Mike Livingston, resident of the Town of Wells, County of York, and State of Maine; GREETINGS:

In the name of the State of Maine, you are hereby required to notify and warn the voters of the Town of Wells that the Board of Selectmen of said town will meet at the Municipal Building, 208 Sanford Road, Wells on the 4th day of April, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the evening.

The Board will conduct a public hearing on a proposed Consent Agreement with York Builders & Design, Inc. regarding property located on Fieldside Drive and more particularly described as Tax Map 032, Lot 13.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

To: Marianne Goodine or Michele Stivaletta-Noble, Cindy Appleby, Mark Dupuis, Keeley Lambert, Mike Livingston, resident of the Town of Wells, County of York, and State of Maine; GREETINGS:

In the name of the State of Maine, you are hereby required to notify and warn the voters of the Town of Wells that the Board of Selectmen of said town will meet at the Municipal Building, 208 Sanford Road, Wells on the 4th day of April 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the evening.

The Board will conduct a joint public hearing with the Budget Review Committee on the FY’24 Municipal Budget and Warrant Articles. A copy of the proposed FY’24 Municipal Budget and Warrant Articles are available at the Town Hall and on the website at www.wellstown.org.

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research conducted on Polaris Dawn will directly benefit St. Jude’s efforts.

Tickets for the lecture are $20 for adults and $10 for children under age 14. Tickets for the reception and lecture are $30 for adults and $15 for children under age 14. For more information, visit www.earthseaspace -

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93% of libraries offer free WiFi to anyone logging on inside or near the library campus,” said Rice Public Library Director Lee Perkins. “Public libraries are uniquely positioned to provide support to local residents as we move forward with this major undertaking.”

Over the next five years, the state will spend as much as $250 million in infrastructure investment and approximately $125 million in digital equity and inclusion strategies to expand access to and adoption of high-speed internet throughout the state.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

To: Marianne Goodine or Michele Stivaletta-Noble, Cindy Appleby, Mark Dupuis, Keeley Lambert, Mike Livingston, resident of the Town of Wells, County of York, and State of Maine; GREETINGS:

In the name of the State of Maine, you are hereby required to notify and warn the voters of the Town of Wells that the Board of Selectmen of said town will meet at the Municipal Building, 208 Sanford Road, Wells on the 4th day of April, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the evening.

The Board will conduct a public hearing on the 2023 Beach Parking Pass Policy.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

To: Marianne Goodine or Michele Stivaletta-Noble, Cindy Appleby, Mark Dupuis, Keeley Lambert, Mike Livingston, resident of the Town of Wells, County of York, and State of Maine; GREETINGS:

In the name of the State of Maine, you are hereby required to notify and warn the voters of the Town of Wells that the Board of Selectmen of said town will meet at the Municipal Building, 208 Sanford Road, Wells on the 4th day of April, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the evening.

The Board will conduct a public hearing on “An Ordinance to Amend the Charter of the Town of Wells to Convert the Position of the Town Clerk From an Elected to an Appointed Position”.

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This planning work on the regional level will lay the groundwork for that effort, helping state officials make decisions about how best to expand access by getting input from local communities and organizations that best understand their opportunities and needs.

The federal Infrastructure and Jobs Act provides funding towards building high-speed internet infrastructure nationwide. Digital equity is a critical component of the effort, the goal being to provide access to everyone, taking into account affordability, access to devices, digital skills, and internet safety. Leading the initiative in York County and a portion of Oxford County, the Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission is partnering with multiple Maine agencies on the project. For more information, email barbara@crosscurrentcommunications.com or kathleen@ CrossCurrentCommunications. com, and call 603-767-3210.

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Eliot Route 236 Sewer and Water Project Information Meeting

A s a result of years of planning and designing, the Town of Eliot is beginning construction of the Route 236 Water and Sewer Project. This Project aims to increase economic development potential while protecting our environment.

The Project will install water and sewer infrastructure along Route 236 and other roads in the vicinity, and install sewer force mains along portions of Beech and State Roads. New pump stations will be built on Route 236 and Beech Road near Great Creek. The force main pipeline will convey wastewater along Beech Road and State Road to connect to the Town’s existing gravity sewer system on State Road by Mount Pleasant Cemetery. The Project is funded primarily by the Route 236 Tax Increment Financing District (TIF or TIF District), with the assistance of the Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund, administered by the Maine Municipal Bond Bank and the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.

The contractor for the first phase of the Project is DeFelice Corporation. Later this year, bids for future phases of the Project along Route 236 will be advertised. Construction engineering will be provided by Underwood Engineers, and the Town’s (Owner’s) Project Manager is Tighe & Bond. The project team has a great deal of experience in water and sewer line construction and will be working continuously to minimize traffic and access disruptions throughout the Project. Your patience is greatly appreciated with these disruptions as we upgrade this area of our community that will serve us for decades to come.

Here’s how you can stay informed:

1. Attend a Project Information Meeting on Thursday, April 6, 5:30-7:00 p.m. in Town Hall. A remote videoconference participation option will also be available.

2. Look for project updates on the Town’s website: https://www.eliotmaine.org/.

3. Sign up to receive emailed project progress updates, including where work is being done and any expected construction traffic control measures (e.g., lane closures). Sign up by emailing a request to rt236project@eliotme.org.

For questions and more information, email rt236project@eliotme.org.

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sky from the 1951 Broadway musical of the same name, the film is set in a mining camp in California during the Gold Rush era where the “wild, wild west” comes alive. Upon the discovery of gold while digging a grave, prospector Ben Rumson (Lee Marvin) stakes a claim to the burial site. He adopts the surviving, injured brother as his “Pardner” (Clint Eastwood) while he recuperates from his injuries in the accident which killed his brother. As more prospectors arrive, a tent city, known as No Name City, springs up. Polygamy, brothels, gambling, drunkenness, saloon fights, and the destruction of an entire town follow, all set to a great musical score.

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posal of marriage. Surprised to discover his six ill-mannered, younger brothers all living with him, Milly embarks on efforts to teach Adam’s brothers cleanliness, manners and how to behave around women so that they might win wives of their own. Thanks to the songs of Johnny Mercer, choreographer Michael Kidd, and the brilliant singers and dancers in the cast, the movie was showered with awards.

OPA’s Classic Film Festival concludes on May 7 for the summer, with the classic “Jaws”

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to be screened that Sunday. Next season begins in November.

Jaws (1975), Sunday, May 7

Everyone’s favorite beach movie, this Steven Spielberg classic stars Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, and The Shark. The summertime thriller about a great white shark attacking beachgoers at a summer resort town, was based on the novel by Peter Benchley, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Carl Gottlieb. Benchley was inspired by several real-life incidents in writing his novel “Jaws,” such as the 1916 Jersey shore attacks that left four people dead

over the course of twelve days. Paul Newman, Steve McQueen, and Robert Redford were originally considered for the leading roles, but producer David Brown knew the movie required no stars: “The star of this movie was a fish.” The ominous music by John Williams also contributed in no small measure to the great success of the film.

The Dunaway Center’s Community Auditorium is located at 23 School Street in Ogunquit. Admission, parking, and popcorn are free. For more information visit www.ogunquitperformingarts.org

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Seasonal Campground Front Desk Position

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This person would need to fulfill a variety of customer service needs in support of the successful operation of Sea-Vu West, Sea-Vu South, and Summer Hill RV Resorts. Working solely at the Sea Vu West office, you’ll be joining a positive team in a fun environment. Reporting to the Office Manager, this individual works closely with maintenance and groundskeeping staff, and provides the park’s guests with the most enjoyable experience. As the face of the park, it is important that this person treats all visitors with kindness, empathy, and respect always. Applicants must be able to work both independently and as part of a team. The schedule entails 20-30 hours per week usually 9am - 5pm (until 8pm during July and August for some shifts).

Positions available will require at least one day of weekend work, and start as early as March, ending in mid-late October. Wage is $15-$17 per hour depending on experience.

Duties and responsibilities include: Assisting guests with reservations via phone and email, as well as responding to general inquiries about the parks; Maintaining knowledge of park information and the Wells Beach area in order to answer guest questions; Building a high-level of proficiency with the reservation system (Rent Manager). Training available; Using conflict resolution strategies to provide solutions to dissatisfied guests, and referring high-level issues to management as needed; Sales at our campground store.

CLEANER

Call 978-857-8864.

To be considered for employment, applicants must complete the Application for Employment and pass a Drug Screening. Please email seavuwest@legacymhc.com to schedule an interview.

Seasonal Campground Maintenance Position

Enjoy working hands-on and outdoors in a fun and positive environment? Come and join our small team and spend your Spring, Summer, and Fall helping to maintain three of Southern Maine’s Premier Park Model & RV Resorts! Sea-Vu South, Sea-Vu West, and Summer Hill are hiring candidates to help maintain our parks which include RV sites, pools, spas, basketball courts, picnic areas, playgrounds, and a series of walking trails in the woods.

Qualified individuals will have demonstrated experience using typical landscaping tools, such as a weed whacker, lawn mower, and gardening tools. Prior experience with pool maintenance a plus but not required.

You must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and work safely in most Spring and Summer weather conditions. This position reports to the Operations Manager, will work both independently and as part of a team, and entails 25-35 hours per week, usually 7:30am - 2:30pm. This position will require at least one day of weekend work, more if desired, and start as early as April, ending in November. You must be at least 16 years of age with a valid driver’s license to apply. Wage is $15-$17 per hour depending on experience.

To be considered for employment, applicants must complete the Application for Employment and pass a Drug Screening. Please email seavuwest@legacymhc.com to schedule an interview.

MAINTENANCE PERSON

“JACK OF ALL TRADES”

full time, year round, exible schedule required

~ sign-on and end-of-season bonus ~ vacation and personal days o , health and dental insurance, retirement please email elainea@beachmereinn.com if interested e Beachmere Inn, 62 Beachmere Place, Ogunquit • beachmereinn.com

Misty Harbor Resort 60 Mile Road, Wells, ME 04090

Come join our team! Misty Harbor offers a great work environment. Year round and seasonal, full and part time positions available. We offer top wages, medical and dental for our full time employees.

Hiring Housekeepers & Front Desk Attendants

Stop by for an application or download one from our website: www.mistyharborresort.com

Thank You from the Bibber Family

KENNEBUNK – The family of Richard “Dick” Bibber would like to extend our thanks to the many people who reached out to comfort us during our recent loss.

We would like to extend our most sincere and profound gratitude to Rev. Susan Townsley, Rev. Carolyn Lambert and Father Fred Morse and all the musicians associated with the service, Director Brad Crowther and the entire staff of Bibber Memorial Chapel, Police Chief Bob MacKenzie, and the Kennebunk and Kennebunkport Police and Fire Departments.

A special thanks to Dr. Mike Festino for his 50 plus years of friendship, being a colleague and for his excellent medical care.

To our many colleagues and friends, thank you for their support and help, allowing our Bibber Memorial family to mourn together. We are overwhelmed by your extraordinary acts of generosity and kindness.

To those who waited at the funeral home to console and support us, to the many who came but were unable to wait, and to the many who attended the funeral, kindly know that we felt your love and support – you all touched our hearts in ways we cannot describe. Thank you.

Dick passed away on March 8, 2023. Services were

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held on March 13-14 in Kennebunk. To read his obituary, visit www.bibberfuneral.com.

Joyce Lucille Kidder, 83

WELLS – Joyce Lucille Kidder, 83, of Meetinghouse Road, died at Southern Maine Health Care Facility on March 26, 2023.

Born September 17, 1939 in Foxborough, MA, the daughter of Herbert and Merle (Ware) Ludwig. Joyce graduated Foxborough High School, class of 1957, and went on to work alongside her husband, Gareth, at the Aubuchon Hardware in Wells.

Joyce is survived by her children, Gareth A. Kidder, Jr. and wife Deborah, and Greg Kidder and wife Annette; brothers, Richard Ludwig of Foxborough, MA, and Roy Ludwig of Pennsylvania; sisters, Marjorie Weidman of North Attleboro, MA, and Janice Copeland of Wrentham, MA; grandchildren,

Megan Garbe, Ryan Kidder, Mackenzie Kidder, and Alexis Kidder; and great-grandchild Eliza Garbe.

She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Gareth A. Kidder, Sr., in 2020, and several siblings.

There will be no service. However, the family is accepting guests for a period of visitation on Saturday, April 15, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells. To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit Joyce’s Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells.

Robin L. Renaud, 61

NORTH BERWICK –Robin L. Renaud, 61, of North Berwick, passed away peacefully March 10, 2023, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice after a recent diagnosis with pancreatic cancer.

Robin was born in Dover, NH, daughter of William and Florence (Smith) Renaud, Sr. She was a graduate of Marshwood High School in South Berwick, and remained in the area throughout her life.

Robin was an adventurer who enjoyed riding motorcycles and long drives in her Jeep, especially to the beach. She was often seen with her dogs, Della and Willy, whom she adored. Robin was a member of a

local Jeep Club and collected anything JEEP. She loved volunteering for many organizations, especially Emma’s Angels Rescue. Robin enjoyed going to various antique and thrift stores looking for treasures. She had a close relationship with her aunt, Anna White, with whom she made numerous memories.

Robin was predeceased by her mother Florence Renaud. Surviving are her father William Renaud, Sr., and brother William Renaud, Jr. and wife Paula, all of South Berwick; two daughters, Miranda Mulligan and husband Jeremiah of Berwick, and Brooke VanGorder of Indiana; son Zachary Messier and wife Viviana of Somersworth, NH; numer-

future of accessibility.

Glidden has noted, “I have seen a major movement over the past two years that I have been involved with many land trusts. They are now approaching trail building and land development from the standpoint of accessibility. There have been a large number of accessible trail projects started or completed, and many more are planned for the future.”

Welcoming all to experience GWRLT’s unique landscape firsthand is an integral aspect of the organization’s work. As a land trust, GWRLT has the opportunity to learn how to increase a positive impact for those often excluded from the outdoor experience. Speaking to the current state of inclusion in the local outdoor recreation community, Glidden continues: “I think there is a better understanding that the outdoors should be for all people. There are a lot of grassroots efforts to reach out to all communities in order to facilitate more access to the outdoors. I have been a part of many conversations around this topic from the perspective of people with disabilities but also other communities.”

GWRLT is extremely ex-

ous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

A time of visitation was held at the Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market Street, North Berwick, on Sunday, March 19, 12-2 p.m., with a time for sharing memories at 1:30 p.m. Spring interment will be held in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Rollinsford, NH. Friends who wish may donate in her memory to Emma’s Angels Rescue, Another Chance Animal Rescue, or Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer.

Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home in North Berwick, where condolences and memories may be shared on her page at www. johnsonfuneralhomeme.com.

cited to hear more about Enock’s philosophy of accessibility and his thoughts on the critical role land trusts play in every community. GWRLT hopes to inspire a rich dialogue across the community and as such, a short Q&A with Glidden will follow his presentation. The reception with Northeast Passage afterwards will wrap up the evening. Online participants will receive a link to join the meeting prior to the event. A donation of $5 is highly encouraged. Registration for any of the events is required. For more information, visit www.gwrlt.org/event/annualmeeting, email daniel. maxton@gwrlt.org, or call 207-646-3604. Photo courtesy of Maine Coast Heritage Trust.

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