Planeteers and Helpsy Host Clothing Drive

specifically, for southern Maine. According to the organization, it encourages, coordinates, and takes action on issues related to environmental stewardship and climate change, and aligns itself with Maine’s Climate Action Plan. Its founding members include educators and business proprietors, including several who serve on local governing bodies.

As a clothing collection company and a certified benefit corporation with an environmental goal to extend the useful life of clothing, Helpsy partners with municipalities and organi- founded by the Swedish National Department of Education, is a nonprofit, tax-exempt, public-benefit organization and is officially designated as an exchange visitor program by the United States Department of State. ASSE students are selected for participation based on academics and good citizenship. Host families can choose their students from a wide variety of backgrounds, countries, and personal interests. To become a host family, or to learn how to become involved with ASSE, visit www.host.asse.com or call 1-800 677-2773. zations across 14 states to collect unwanted clothing while giving back to the communities they serve. According to Helpsy, this past year, the organization paid over $500,000 to charities for collection partnerships, saved municipalities over $1.5 million in disposal fees, and donated over 28,000 coats to those in need. “We are dedicated to changing the way people think about clothing recycling while adhering to the highest level of social and environmental per- formance,” says Dan Green, co-founder and CEO. “Helpsy’s mission is to keep clothes out of the trash.”

According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, textile waste is the fastest growing waste stream in the United States, occupying nearly 5% of all landfill space, which is why Helpsy is committed to working with organizations such as the Planeteers of Southern Maine in order to give clothing the longest life possible. With the goal of reusing, reselling, and repurposing the clothing they collect, Helpsy accepts clean, dry, and bagged clothing and fashion accessories, including dresses, shirts, pants, suits, coats, gloves, hats, belts, ties, scarves, wallets, purses, backpacks, totes, shoes, towels, bedding, costumes, curtains, placemats, tablecloths, and other household textiles.

For more information contact Andrea Rothkimmich, cofounder, at someplaneteers@ yahoo.com.

Berwick Public Library

Sammie Haynes at BPL

Friday, July 28 at 10:30 a.m. Sammie has been engaging and delighting young children and their families with her award-winning children’s music for over 30 years.

Firefighter Storytime

Friday, August 4 at 10:30 a.m. The Berwick Fire Department will be at the library-with their fire truck to read stories and talk about the gear they wear when fighting fires.

Volunteers for BLA Board

The Berwick Library Association Board is seeking new members. The board maintains the Berwick Public Library building and supports library operations. Terms are for three years.

New Artist on Display:

Christina Smith-Krause

On display through July and August. Exhibit includes work in acrylics, pastels, watercolor pencils, and assemblages of old ceramics and wood.

Summer Reading Program

Open to all ages. Many special programs and activities at the library, be sure to stop by each week to see what’s new. Now through August 11.

The Case of Berwick’s

Missing Bees: A Summer Reading Program Mystery

New puzzles available every Friday to help solve the mystery. Participants receive a comic book and a $5 gift certificate to Jetpack Comics in Rochester, NH.

Passes Available

The library has passes available for area gardens, museums and state parks. Park passes are valid for up to a 17-passenger vehicle. For more information and pass reservations contact the library.

Garden Volunteers Needed

The library needs volunteers to help cultivate, plant, nurture, weed, maintain, and harvest the vegetable garden. Vegetables grown in the garden are donated to the Somersworth/Berwick Food Pantry.

Calling All Artists

The library features a different local artist every two months. Artists interested in displaying artwork can contact the library for further information.

Weekly Events

Berwick Walkers

Monday mornings at the library. Each week, Berwick Walkers step off on a different route about Berwick. Spon- sored by Berwick for a Lifetime. Nifty Needleworkers

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Sing and Play Wednesdays at 10 a.m. For younger children: singing and movement activities, and play.

Play Group Story Time

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Social Seniors

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, goodies, good conversation!

Gentle Yoga For Seniors

Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. Led by Rebecca Harrison. Program runs through Wednesday, August 2. Contact the library to sign up.

Minecraft Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Boards, Builds & Books Thursdays at 4 p.m. Lego challenge, STEAM activity, and books.

Story Time Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Genealogy Club

Meets first Friday of every month, 1:303:30 p.m. The library has access to Ancestry.com and genealogy books. Volunteer Laurice Jackson is on hand to help. Next meeting Saturday, August 3.

Bendable Maine

Bendable Maine is a resource that includes content on a wide variety of subjects, including job skills, cooking healthier meals, personal finance, home repair, technology, even foraging for mushrooms. Most resources are free to Maine residents. FMI: www. maine.bendable.com.

For More Information

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

D.A. Hurd Library

Seed Library

Seed Library catalog is now available. Please take free seeds, grow the

SINCE 1659 plants, then save the seeds to donate back to next year’s seed catalog.

Recipe Swap

Share a favorite special recipe with the library, to be compiled for the summer reading program and for additional related program. Recipe cards available to pick up at the circulation desk.

Birding Backpacks

York County Audubon Birding Backpacks are available at the library for patrons of the Martha Sawyer Community, Lebanon, South Berwick Public, Berwick Public, and D.A. Hurd libraries to borrow for a week at a time. A special thanks to York County Audubon for their generosity.

Borrow Instruments

Continuum Arts Collective has donated instruments for the library’s “Try Before You Apply” partnership program. Instruments are available for all North Berwick residents to borrow for a week. K-12 students who borrow them can then apply for their own at www.continuumarts.org/apply.

Library Kits

STEM kits include astronomy, create-a-chain-reaction, engineering, gaming, human body, hydraulics engineering, metal detecting, natural disasters, 4-H galactic quest, rocksgemstones-minerals, and littleBits Coding. There are also backyard game kits, several game kits, and an audio kit for audiobooks. Patrons may check-out a kit for one week.

Weekly Events

Scavenger Hunt Changes monthly. Win a free book from book sale books!

Stop. Sit. And… Read Color, play a game, make a craft, etc. Drop-in the children’s room.

Adult Social Time

Mondays at 10 a.m. Coffee, tea, cocoa, light snacks.

Story Time Mondays at 10:30 a.m. in the children’s room.

Chair Yoga

Mondays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. with Maggie Cataldi. $15 per class.

Teen/YA Weekly Book Group

Mondays at 3:45 p.m.

LEGO Club Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.

Weekly Crafts Tuesdays, 5-6:30 p.m. in the children’s room.

Cribbage Crew

See LIBRARY on page 5 . . .

Tuesdays, 5 p.m.

Nonfiction Book Club

Tuesdays at 6 p.m.

Yarn Divas Knitting and Crochet Club

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Teen/YA Book & Craft Group

Wednesdays at 2 p.m. Alternating book discussions and crafts, includes snacks.

Hand & Machine Sewing

Thursdays, 1:30-3 p.m.

Science/STEM/STEAM

Summer Series

Thursdays, 2-3 p.m.

Weekly Games

Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. in the children’s room.

Coloring for Relaxation

Fridays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. All ages welcome.

For More Information

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

Graves Memorial Public Library

Summer Music Series

Thursday, August 3, 6 p.m. Dana Pearson will perform as part of the Summer Music Series at the library. Suggested donation of $10 per person. Weather dependent. FMI: 207-967-2778 or

Safe Haven Humane Society

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Safe Haven has a beautiful mother-daughter duo ready to be adopted. They came from a home that could no longer care for them due to an illness in their family. These two sweeties will greatly benefit from a person or family who will give them the attention they need to blossom into fully confident cats.

Baby Kitty is actually five years old and is the mother of Shy (pictured) who is four. Both received all their medical work and surgery just before their arrival. Baby Kitty adapted quickly, shedding her shyness and showing how friendly she is. Shy is still a little wary, but will relax and be fully confident once adopted into a loving and permanent home.

Both are tightly bonded, so they must be adopted together. They will do well in a calm home with folks who understand that shy kitties take time to adjust but are worth the wait

Safe Haven’s shop at 1784 Post Road in Wells is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Currently our Christmas department is having a 50%-off sale. We are also taking 25% off our vintage Christmas locking cabinets.

Tuesdays, from 4 to 7 p.m., and Saturdays, from 12 to 3 p.m., are when our volunteers can accept your donations. We accept like-new clothing, linens, books, housewares, home décor, mlbgraves@gmail.com.

Museum Passes Available Passes are now available to: Coastal Maine Botanical Garden, Boothbay; Seashore Trolley Museum, Arundel; Brick Store Museum, Kennebunk; Ogunquit Museum of American Art, Ogunquit; Portland Museum of Art, Portland, and the Children’s Museum and Theater of Maine, Portland. Please call ahead to reserve passes.

Artists of the Graves Library Work created by staff, volunteers, and library members. The exhibition showcases a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums. New pieces come and go as items sell, with half of proceeds from each sale going to benefi t the library.

What’s Your Story?

Mondays at 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook, YouTube channel and on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301. Library Director MaryLou Boucouvalas sits down with a community member and talks to them about where they came from, what they do, and what their interests are.

Portside Readers

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook, YouTube channel and on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301. Stories, poems, tales, essays, drama, songs and more by the Portside Readers, a small group of local actors, writers, book club members and musicians.

Port Knitters

Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. Calling all fellow knitters! Bring in any current knitting project and supplies.

Story Time

Fridays at 10 a.m. A year-round costume jewelry, art, small furnishings, and anything vintage, unique, or just fun. Returnable bottles and cans can help us buy food and litter for the cats and kittens currently in our care, and can be dropped at our bottle shed at 1420 Post Road. We also have an ongoing need for clumping kitty litter and Friskies canned cat food. Donations can be made on the website or sent to Safe Haven at the address below.

Safe Haven Humane Society PO Box 91 / 1784 Post Road Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-1611 / (207) 216-9169 info@safehavenhumanesociety.org www.safehavenhumanesociety.org program that includes stories, finger plays, songs, and crafts. Designed for children ages 0-5; however, all ages are welcome. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. No registration is required.

Tech Help

Weekdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. For those trying to set up a social media account, download a book, make a picture folder, learn how to add to a virtual shopping cart, etc. Staff members help with technology needs, any time during library hours. No appointment necessary.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

Kennebunk Free Library

Community Yard Sale

Saturday, August 5, 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 10’x10’ spaces are available to rent for $35, 30”x72” folding tables available to rent for $15. A clean-up deposit of $25 is required and will be returned at the conclusion of the event. Prime visibility on Main Street and free advertising. Applications and fees due July 31. Spots limited. Applications and additional information can be picked up at the library or found on the website.

Story Time

Mondays at 10 a.m. Join Miss Maria for songs, stories, thymes, and more.

Dragon Hunters and Treasure Seekers Guild

Mondays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Hanks Room. For new and experienced players. Bring in a character from a previ-

~ Pets ~

Love Four Paws Fundraiser

KENNEBUNKPORT- ous game, make a new one, or use an existing character from the starter set. All other supplies provided. Ages 10 through teen; new players always encouraged.

Junebug’s Beach House is excited to be working with local Kennebunkport candle maker Sea Love on their newest Love Four Paws fundraiser item: a beach-scented, 100% soy candle with aromas of salty sea air and grass. The 10-ounce candle, in reusable glass, is $30, and all proceeds are donated to animal rescue organizations. Junebug’s Beach House is located at 15 Ocean Avenue, #2. For more information, visit www.junebugsbeachhouse.com, or call 207967-0050.

Spanish Conversation

Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Practice conversational Spanish with educator and native Spanish-speaker Eva Hernandez. Eva is looking forward to getting to know people in the community through this new program. Registration is appreciated but not required. This program is free and wheelchair accessible.

In Stitches

Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. in the Walker Room. Masks required. Grab that half-finished project and enjoy the company of others. All skill levels are welcome. Also meets on Zoom on the first Tuesday of every month.

Tech Time

Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 2-5 p.m. Technology can move too fast for some to keep up. The library is here to help. Sign-up for 45-minute one-on-one appointments. Learn to download eBooks and apps, make heads or tails of a new device, and troubleshoot software.

Fiber Arts Group

Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Knit, crochet, embroider, and chat. Show off knitting creations, get tips on crochet technique, chat with old friends and make some new ones. All ages and levels of ability are encouraged to join.

For More Information

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

Ogunquit Memorial

Emma’s Angels

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Meet our pretty pup of the week, Azalea. She is a threeyear-old Louisiana mix who has traveled to Maine from Louisiana. Azalea is spayed, about 38 pounds, and up to date on her shots. She would make a wonderful companion to an older person, maybe with a fenced-in yard, or a family with older kids. Give us a call if you would like to meet this sweet bunny-eared girl.

Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based organization based in North Berwick. We gladly accept donations, which can be left in our drop box in North Berwick.

Vendors

Library

Children’s Story Hour

Special Guest - Ogunquit Fire Department

Tuesday, August 1 at 9:30 a.m. Bring a blanket to the library lawn for stories, This program is appropriate for ages two to six; siblings always welcome. In the case of inclement weather event will be moved inside.

Teen Time

Tuesday, August 1 at 2:30 p.m. Make washi tape pens. For tweens and teens. In the case of inclement weather event will be moved inside.

Gabby Gathering – What

Really Killed the Dinosaurs

Thursday, August 3 at 2:30 p.m. Jason Jutras, a Registered Professional Geologist of the State of Maine, will present on the K-T Extinction Event: What really Killed the Dinosaurs. Ogunquit Garden Club Saturday, August 5 at 2:30 p.m. For anybody interested in starting a gardening club in Ogunquit.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-646-9024 or visit www.ogunquitlibrary.com.

Rice Public Library

Story Time Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. on the second floor. Stories, play, and a small take-home craft or coloring page. For children up to age 5 and their caregivers. No registration necessary.

See LIBRARY on page 7 . . .

Emma’s Angels Rescue

30 Meeting House Road North Berwick, ME 03906 207-676-5599 axel1759@aol.com www.petfinder.com/member/ us/me/north-berwick/ emmas-angels-rescue-me

Saturday, August 19 • 9am - 2pm Eliot Methodist Church, 238 Harold L. Dow Hwy. (Route 236)