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Volume 19 • Issue No. 16
Musician Returns for Hometown Benefit SOUTH BERWICK A former son of South Berwick who is now known on the national music scene will be performing a benefit concert at Marshwood High School, where he graduated in 2002. Connor Garvey and his sixpiece studio band will hit the high school stage 7 p.m. on Friday, April 28 to raise funds for South Berwick’s summer concert series. “I’m beyond excited to have Connor and his band bringing their remarkable musical offer-
ings to Marshwood High School,” said musician Chip Harding, who recorded Garvey when he was still a teenager. “Local folks can have a chance to witness what one of their own is doing on the national folk scene.” For Garvey, the chance to return to his hometown and to help the concert series was a nobrainer. “When Chip asked me to bring the band down to do this show, it was only a matter of finding the date. The ‘yes’ was
unquestionable,” he said. Marshwood sophomore Mackie Bogh, who has performed at the “Hot Summer Nights” concerts, will open for Garvey. Known for meaningful lyrics and good storytelling, Garvey’s 2002 debut album, “Hello Life,” was recorded in Harding’s studio. Since then, Garvey has won awards from the Kerrville Folk Fest, Rocky Mountain Folks Fest, SolarFest and Wildflower Art and Music Festival. He also won the “Most Wanted Artist”
title at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival in 2014, and was named a top singer-songwriter by the SiriusXM show “The Coffeehouse.” Garvey’s eighth album, “Another End of a Year,” was recently released with 11 new songs. “Connor isn’t afraid to tackle some heavy-duty subjects” according to one reviewer. Harding, who is producing the fundraiser with the Hot Summer Nights committee, reSee GARVEY on page 15 . . .
Earth Day E-Recycling and Food Drive in Kittery KITTERY Haven Homes & Lifestyle at Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty is proud to announce its Earth Day E-Recycling event, taking place on Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. The event will take place at 22 Shapleigh Road in Kittery. The agents at Keller Williams are committed to doing their part to support the environment and the community. The event will feature free electronics recycling for TVs, cellphones, laptops, monitors, VCRs, small electronics, small appliances, chargers, routers, printers, AC units, and stereo
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and speaker equipment. Recycling services will be provided by URT Solutions. Keller Williams encourages everyone to bring their old electronics and help reduce the amount of ewaste going into landfills. Old Tube TVs will incur a $40 recycling fee. In addition to electronics recycling, Keller Williams is also holding a “Fill The Shelves” food drive to support Footprints Food Pantry, a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing food and support to those in
STATEWIDE April is World Autism Acceptance Month, and started with World Autism Awareness Day on Sunday, April 2. The Centers for Disease Control reported that, according to 2018 data, approximately 1 in 44 children in the US was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). More specifically, 1 in 27 boys and 1 in 116 girls were identified with the condition. According to Maine Health, ASD is a group of developmental disorders that can cause difficulties in social interactions, communication, and behavior. The condition begins in early development, continues throughout life, and affects everyone a little
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the pantry. In addition, there will also be an upcycled furniture sale in conjunction with Fair Tide, a local organization that helps individuals and families in need of
affordable housing. The public is invited to browse the selection of furniture finds and help support See RECYCLE on page 8 . . .
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need. Donators are encouraged to look for Stella the Airstream, where they can drop off non-perishable items and paper products, or make a donation to support
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differently, which is why people are diagnosed as part of a spectrum. The cause of ASD is unknown; however, medical professionals believe it is a combination of factors involving genes and the
environment. In a proclamation on World Autism Awareness Day, President Biden stated, “I call upon all Americans to learn more about autism to improve early
Nubble lighthouse bathed in blue for Autism Awareness. Photo courtesy of York Police Department’s Facebook page.
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diagnosis, to learn more about the experiences of autistic people from autistic people, and to build more welcoming and inclusive communities to support people with autism.” Maine is doing its part. On Saturday, April 1, York High School kicked off the month with a 5K Fun Run. The school’s NeuroDiversity Club organized the event to celebrate individuals with Autism and their friends and families, and to raise awareness for community members. York High School educators Mary Mace and Matt Rosenberg worked with York Parks See AUTISM on page 18 . . .
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