On Saturday and Sunday, July 26 and 27, the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit will be on display for the first time in Maine at Kittery Trading Post, 301 Route 1, Kittery. The display is open both days from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with an official opening ceremony scheduled for 9:15 a.m. Saturday.
It will arrive for setup at 11 a.m. Friday, July 25, escorted by New Hampshire State Police, Maine State Police, the Kittery Police Department, and Kittery Fire Department.
Housed in an 83-footlong tractor-trailer, the mobile
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museum offers 1,100 square feet of space and includes artifacts from Ground Zero, such as World Trade Center steel, pieces of the marble lobby floor, and parts of the aluminum façade. It also contains videos, 9/11 dispatch audio,
and a tribute to first responders who died on 9/11 or later from 9/11-related illnesses.
Tours are conducted by retired New York City firefighters and first responders who responded to Ground Zero on that
fateful day. These witnesses to history share their memories of what they saw and experienced on 9/11 and in the days and weeks that followed.
“The 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit shares the story of my brother, FDNY Firefighter Stephen Siller and so many others to communities across the country, teaching the new generation about the heroic sacrifices made by our first responders to save others that tragic day,” said Tunnel to Towers chairman and CEO, Frank Siller.
The opening ceremony will include an Honor Guard Posting of Colors by the York Police De-
partment, a performance of the National Anthem, remarks from FDNY and Tunnel to Towers Foundation speakers, and a bagpipe performance by members of the New Hampshire Highland Games and Festival.
Guest speakers include: Billy Puckett, field manager for the 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit and an ambassador for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Puckett served twenty-six years as a volunteer firefighter and four years in the U.S. Marine Corps. In 2023, He was awarded the Rotary club’s high honor of
11th Annual HarborFest Returns Saturday, July 26
Wells HarborFest returns for its 11th year on Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Wells Harbor Community Park. As the harbor’s biggest event of the year, HarborFest brings together locals and visitors for a day filled with live music, games, food, contests, and community fun.
The International Lobster Trap Toss is one of the most anticipated contests of the day, offering cash prizes and international bragging rights. For those with big appetites, Congdon’s Doughnuts will once again sponsor the much-anticipated Doughnut Eating Contest.
Common Ground Band, a
regional favorite known for their high-energy mix of classic rock, blues, and pop, will be providing live music and entertainment. There will also be a dance performance from Northern Explosions Dance Studio, plus a number of family-friendly activities, including the Kids’ Crabbing Station, kite making, and sand art. The Founders Park Community Center Committee will host a dunk tank to raise funds, with a lineup of familiar faces from town ready to take the plunge.
Food options will be plentiful. The Wells Rotary Club will be grilling up burgers and hot
dogs, and several food trucks will on site offering many delicious options.
Other highlights include
demonstrations by the Wells Police Department, Wells Fire Department and Wells EMS, as well as face painting, games, and
giveaways.
A special thank you to this year’s sponsors Congdon’s Doughnuts, GoNet Speed, Partners Bank, Rotary Club of Wells, Save Our Shores Maine, and Webhannet River Bait & Tackle. The support helps to make HarborFest possible.
All activities are free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring family and friends to this annual community tradition.
For more information, email Rebekah Kelley at rkelley@wellstown.org or call 207361-8130.
First Parish UUC Blueberry Festival, Craft Fair
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Kennebunk’s annual Blueberry Festival & Craft Fair is taking place Saturday, July 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public is invited to browse the festive tents set up on the lawns between First Parish Church UUC and Kennebunk Library on Main Street.
According to First Parish, the festival offers something for all ages: a food court, 44 craft booths from across New England, local pottery, artwork, fine jewelry, textiles, handcrafts, gifts, pet-related items, and unique creations ranging from reclaimed wood products to seascapes and modern art, plus vintage jewelry
and books. New this year is a raffle tent featuring boat rides on the schooner Eleanor and the Rugosa lobster boat, along with dozens of handmade prizes.
A wide variety of homemade blueberry-themed items will be available for sale – and to eat – including blueberry pies and blueberry buckle. Other vendor offerings include crab rolls, lemon gelato, vegan wraps, hot dogs, beverages, and more.
Outdoor tables will be set up around the premises so that guests can relax and enjoy live music and performances throughout the day. The Blueberry Festival will move inside in the event of rain.
The Blueberry Festival & Craft Fair offers a fun-filled day for visitors of all ages. This annual event celebrates the local culture and creativity of Kennebunk and welcomes the entire
community to join in the festivities.
UUC Kennebunk is located at 114 Main Street. For more information, visit www.uukennebunk.org.
Eliot Antique Tractor & Engine Show Brings Nostalgia, Family Fun
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Prepare to embark on a nostalgic journey at the 29th annual Eliot Antique Tractor & Engine Show, held on Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26, at the picturesque Raitt Homestead Farm Museum, located at 2077 State Road in Eliot. The annual event offers a delightful experience for the whole family, transporting participants back in time to the late 1800s with the sights and sounds of antique machinery in action.
Guests witness captivat-
ing displays of hit-and-miss engines – internal combustion engines commonly used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for industrial, agricultural, and mechanical applications such as powering pumps, saws, and farm equipment. Demonstrations also feature vintage tractors and operational farm machinery, including the functioning Hildreth Woodsplitter and a shingle mill producing traditional shingles used in the farm’s restoration projects.
From tractor parades to
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antique stoneboat tractor pulling, the Eliot Antique Tractor & Engine Show offers activities for all ages. This year, popular tractor games from years past return, with lawn and garden tractors, antique farm tractors – all tractors, really – competing in the slow race and other games scheduled throughout the weekend.
Woofstock Food and Beer Festival
KENNEBUNKWoofstock, the annual free family-friendly and dog-friendly beer and food festival, is set to take place on Saturday, July 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be held at the Animal Welfare Society, located at 46 Holland Road in Kennebunk.
The event will feature live performances and music throughout the event, along with plenty of activities for the kids. Area breweries and food trucks will also be on hand, adding to the day’s fun.
The kids are in for a real treat with activities such as barrel tractor rides, a kids’ corner, a bounce house, face painting, and the always entertaining Kids’ Pedal Pull. Weekend activities also include live music performances by local artists, craft booths, flea market offerings and a ham and bean supper on Friday evening.
This year, the Raitt family is raising funds to help conserve the 33 acre property. Those who are unable to attend may donate on the website to help the family reach their goal.
Local food trucks include Black Salt, Char Wrig Sno and Dough, Great Scott’s Mac Wagon, Maddie’s Acai Bowls, Pasta 212, Pinky D’s, Kona Ice, Lucky Cat Coffee Truck, Sook Thai Mobile Kitchen, and The Treat Truck.
Tickets are $8 per person; kids age 12 and under are free. Experience the charm of yesteryears and create lasting memories at this family-friendly event!
For more information and an updated schedule of events, visit www.raittfarmmuseum. org or follow them on Facebook.
Participating breweries include After Harvest Cider Company, Allagash Brewing, Aprés, Banded Brewing Co., Bissell Brothers, Black Pug Brewing, Blaze Bewing Co., Brickyard Hollow, Kennebunkport Brewing Co., Licky Pigeon Brewing Co., and Nonesuch River Brewing.
Vendors include A & Em Design, Alysha Priscilla Photog-
raphy, Blackcat Juniper, Canids of Maine, Charmed Companions, Christina’s Art Nook, Connected Permanent Jewelry, Cozy Comfort by Brenda, Eclectic Crafts by Aubs, Earmarked Designs, Flippin’ Good Sauces, Glassy Badger, IRISisBEAUTY, Just a Little Green Guy, Kaleido’s Corner LLC, Kennebunkport Designs, K9 Snow Cones, KR Designs, Leekappart, Lickity Split Treats, Lil Choppy Barrel Swag Co., Lucky’s BOWTique, Nativis Designs, Nutty Professor 3D Printing, Oliver’s Pillows, PBJ Dog Biscuits LLC, Pet Wants Portsmouth, Proxima Design Cat Toys, Rose Wood Designs, Ruff Pine Dog Treats, Seaside Crochet, Sit Stay Forever, Slack Leash Company, Stillwater Skin Essentials, SuperMutz Dog Bakery, Tealight Studios, Toby’s PAWfect Boutique, Vermont Ruff, and Yarning for Adventure.
No outdoor summer festival in Maine is complete without live music to keep the good times rolling! Live music include: June & the Honey Badgers,
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Atlantic Pines Golf Club @ Old Marsh
The Links at Outlook Golf Course has purchased Atlantic Pines Golf Course, formerly The Old Marsh Country Club, and has a renovation plan underway with the original Golf architect Brian Silva.
The Atlantic Pines Golf Club will base the rates on the current conditions during the renovation process throughout the season. The rates below are priced to enable you to come play our facility at a very reasonable rate while the upgrades to the facility continue.
Renovation Rates for July – Per Person
Daily Twilight Junior Senior, Military, After 3pm M-Th, After 3pm 1st Responder F-Su & Holidays M-Th, No Holidays
9 Holes $35 $30 $20
Golf Architect Brian Silva and General Manager/Owner Tim Flynn survey the golf course for renovation plans.
Paul Harris Fellow for advancing the Rotarian principles of service to others, integrity, world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.
Anthony Nicosia, Lieutenant, FDNY (Ret.). Nicosia was a member of the FDNY from 1990 to 2010. He was assigned to Ladder 161 in Coney Island, Brooklyn until 2005. Nicosia was promoted to Lieutenant in 2005 and assigned to Engine 6 in Lower Manhattan. He transferred to Ladder 82 in 2007 and retired in 2010. Nicosia responded to the 1993 bombing with L161. On 911, he was off duty but responded the next day and in the months following to the rescue and recovery operations as a member of L161.
Kittery Trading Post will be offering a storewide discount to all first responders, including firefighters, law enforcement,
military, and veterans (with ID). There will also be various promotions available inside the store for all visitors to take advantage of.
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is dedicated to ensuring that we never forget the legacy of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. As part of its 9/11 Institute™, the Never Forget 9/11 Mobile Exhibit travels the country to educate people about the events of that day, the lives lost, and the heroic sacrifices of first responders.
Born from the tragedy of 9/11, the foundation carries out its mission to “do good” by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star families and fallen first responder families with young children, building specially adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders, and working to eradicate veteran homelessness –while always honoring the promise to help America never forget. For more information, visit www.ktpevents.com or www. t2t.org.
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Local Training Boosts Veterinary Capacity
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With rescue groups and animal shelters across Maine stretched to capacity and access to veterinary care limited in rural areas, Animal Welfare Society (AWS) is meeting the urgent need for affordable, accessible spay/ neuter services.
On Monday, July 21, AWS’ Community Veterinary Clinic staff will host a hands-on training session for veterinary profession-
Emma’s Angels
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Emma’s Angels has a sweet older kitten for adoption this week.
Meet Rachel! Rachel is an 8-month-old tuxedo mix from the South who is looking for a happy home. She is a lucky girl who escaped life on the street or possibly a high-kill shelter. She is spayed and up-to-date on her vaccines. This very sweet and quiet girl would like a home with perhaps another kitty friend and older kids, or just adults.
If you would like to meet Rachel, give Emma’s Angels a call today.
Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based organization in North Berwick. Their drop box, located at 30 meeting House Road, is always open for donations.
If you need help feeding your pets, please reach out. Emma’s Angels can help.
als focusing on safe, efficient surgical spay/neuter techniques for cats. This practical skill-building session will train six veterinary professionals and represents an expansion of Maine’s capacity to provide timely, preventative care.
“AWS has long been a leader in statewide spay/neuter efforts and is pleased to have the opportunity to share our doctors’ skills and expertise with professional colleagues,” said Dr. Kate Gollon, lead veterinarian at AWS’ Community Veterinary Clinic, and a lead trainer for the session. “By helping veterinar-
ians build confidence in highvolume, high-quality spay/neuter techniques, we ensure more animals in our state get care, especially in areas where it is needed most.”
Gollon adds, “This collaboration with United Spay Alliance represents the next steps in our state-wide Rescue Partners initiative. Started in March 2025, AWS’ Rescue Partners Program supports the spay/neuter needs in rural communities with discounted services and mobile clinics. We are pleased to grow this program’s mission by equipping
Safe Haven Humane Society
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Bitty was a supermom. She gave birth to six kittens and kept them clean and warm, well-fed, and emotionally nurtured so each would make a great addition to some lucky families.
Bitty taught her babies to be loving and trusting and happy, and each one of her six kittens did indeed find loving homes.
Now that Bitty’s motherhood role is complete, she is ready and waiting for her very own home. Bitty has been such a hardworking and responsible mom, she deserves to have time to relax, have fun, and to simply be spoiled.
This young black beauty is lovely and sweet, and she genuinely enjoys the company of humans. Bitty is a contented cat who enjoys basking in the warmth of a sunny window ledge while she watches the birds and squirrels.
She seeks companionship and enjoys belly rubs, being brushed, and being fussed over. She is ready to be someone’s best friend, bringing sunshine wherever she goes.
Bitty likes to be held, but will squirm if held for too long. She enjoys a hug before she’s off again. Safe Haven’s volunteers rave about how friendly and playful she is. Bitty would love to be adopted by someone who works at home, so she can receive that love all day long.
Bitty is FIV positive and can
live with other kitties who don’t have FIV, as long as they all get along and ther is no deep biting. She is healthy and up-to-date with all her medical needs.
Call Safe Haven today to schedule a time to see her!
Safe Haven’s adoption team just celebrated its 100th adoption of the year and is still screening many additional applicants. It takes a big team to do this work, and they are fortunate to have wonderful, diligent adoption screeners.
The volunteers look for whatever is best for each cat. They are choosy, frankly, because these kitties are like their kids. The team is careful to make the best match for every rescued cat. They check personal references, talk
our colleagues with the skills and techniques to make a difference in Maine’s largest veterinary deserts.”
Gollon goes on to explain that veterinary deserts, where there is a lack of access to affordable veterinary care, cover nearly a half of the state and impact thousands of pet families in Maine’s rural towns and counties, as well local rescue groups and shelters.
While United Spay Alliance has offered training in Portland and Augusta, and will continue there, the addition of the Kennebunk location expands the geographic reach of these efforts
to veterinarians, and even make home visits before a Safe Haven cat moves into a new home.
Safe Haven’s vintage/thrift shop at 1784 Post Road in Wells is buzzing with happy shoppers enjoying fabulous bargain, such as the 50% off book sale, Christmas in July treasures, and deals on ladies’ dresses now until July 20.
Please hold off on donating any fall or winter clothing, and Christmas décor, as Safe Haven is temporarily out of storage space.
Safe Haven is open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations are received Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m. Stay cool and safe, everyone!
and adds new energy to Maine’s collective push for preventative veterinary care. This training is part of a broader initiative by United Spay Alliance, which helps facilitate hands-on learning opportunities across the country. In Maine, this work is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation, whose commitment to animal welfare and thriving communities makes efforts like this possible.
Founded in 1967, Animal Welfare Society, a nonprofit organization, exists to serve as the safety net for lost and homeless pets and to provide access to affordable services and resources necessary for long term well-being, so pets and their families stay together and thrive. AWS’ on-site
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free and casual event for anyone that went to York High over 30 years ago. Saturday, Aug. 9 at 4 p.m. At Lobster in the Rough, 1000 US Route 1, York Just show up! Rain? Canceled only if the band can’t play.
Hurrah for the Small but Might Blueberry
By Cheryl Farley, Contributing Writer
“Berrying is a sort of sacrament, a communion – the not forbidden fruits, which no serpent tempts us to eat.” – Henry David Thoreau, “Wild Fruit”
Blueberry season is upon us. And what speaks to summer more than the emergence of this
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native fruit in the field, on shelves in the market, or by the pint on the tailgate of a pickup truck parked by the side of the road? From late July to early September the arrival of this seasonal star occurs, reminding us all is right with the world, giving the illusion these long, sweet hazy days will linger for a long, long time.
Ah, the images that are conjured at the mere mention of this meek berry! Acres of golden fields dotted with little blue jewels, rows of high bush harboring small children with blue-stained fingers and mostly empty pails, luscious fresh-baked pies bubbling over with royal blue juices. Blueberries and images of summer go hand in hand. Is it because they taste like sweet sunshine? Or is it because of the memories made while procuring them, and producing or enjoying their endless byproducts? Whatever! Hurrah for the small but mighty blueberry!
Here in Maine, wild blueberries were born from the barrens left behind by the glaciers thousands of years ago. The cold winters and rocky, acidic soil proved to be ideal for this low bush blueberry to grow and thrive. Native Americans had a long tradition of sustainability that involved burning and pruning the crops to the ground every other year in order to have an abundance to harvest the next year, a practice which continues today. While native populations understood the blueberry’s many attributes, it wasn’t until after the Civil War that it
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How to Propagate Sunflowers
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Sunflowers are more than just beautiful additions to the garden – they are symbols of summer, joy, and abundance. Their towering heights and radiant faces can transform any outdoor space into a vibrant spectacle.
For those who admire these
made its way to popularity among the non-indigenous population.
During the war, canned blueberries were sold to northern troops, who became quite fond of the delicious fruit, increasing the demand for the canned sweetness once home following the war. It was around this time Jasper Wyman started a seafood canning company which he eventually shifted to wild blueberries, realizing the importance of this unique native crop. Over the years, the Wyman family purchased thousands of acres of fields and blueberry barrens throughout northern Maine. They continue to grow, process, and freeze wild Maine blueberries to this day.
While wild blueberries are quite challenging to grow in one’s own garden, there are many varieties of high bush blueberries that can be grown easily for great results – and don’t require a glacier-cleared field for success! The shrubs that can be found in most
magnificent blooms, propagating sunflowers is a rewarding and relatively simple process that allows the gardener to multiply favorite varieties or grow new plants from existing seeds.
Whether the goal is to fill a garden with a golden sea of petals or to try one’s hand at seed saving, the following guidelines
nurseries prefer soil on the acidic side, but are not overly fussy, need little pruning, and are pretty much disease-resistant.
It is best to choose plants that are at least two to three years old, and to plant them in a sunny spot. Cover them with netting to keep the birds away, and a magnificent crop of blue sweetness can be had for moderate amount of preparation and maintenance.
And what fun when the harvest comes! The berries will ripen in succession over several weeks in clusters of five to eight – be sure to pick only the ones that are completely blue.
Blueberries are easy to freeze if canning is not in the cards. Spread the loose berries out in a single layer on a cookie sheet (do not wash – that can occur when ready to use), take off any remaining leaves or stems, and place the full cookie sheet in the freezer. Once frozen, put them in freezer bags and pop back into the freezer right away, where they will keep for as long as a year.
Blueberries are known for their powerful antioxidant properties, and the ways to use them are endless. So, eat that pie, devour that ice cream, slurp that smoothie!
In August, check out Wild Blueberry Weekend where farms throughout Maine welcome the public to celebrate the wonderful berry through tours, demonstrations, and hands-on activities for folks of all ages. It is a great way to create some more wonderful blueberry-summer memories!
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the tools and tips needed to successfully propagate sunflowers.
To propagate sunflowers, one needs a few basic supplies: a couple of paper bags, garden scissors, an envelope or small jar with a lid, medium-sized pots with drainage holes, fine soil or peat-free multipurpose compost, a watering can, a dibber or pencil, a cane or stake with some string for support, and a plastic bottle.
One of the easiest ways to propagate sunflowers is to collect and dry the seeds after flowering. Leave the flower heads in place to allow the seeds to develop in its center. To protect from birds, cover the heads with a paper bag until it’s ready to be cut off.
After flowering has finished, wait about two weeks before collecting the seeds. A good indication that the time is right is when the petals have faded and have begun to drop off. The base of the stem may also start turning yellow. It is important to check if the seeds are starting to loosen from the flower head. If they are, carefully snip off the entire head along with about 4 inches of the stem to make handling easier. Place the flower head into a clean, dry paper bag and give it a shake, or shake the head over a sheet of newspaper. The seeds should fall out of the flower head easily. If the seeds are not being sown immediately, they should be left in a warm, dry place for a few days before being stored in an envelope or sealed jar. Be sure to label the seed container.
Sunflowers grow happily all summer long, so one may choose to grow new plants straight away. If so, use a sturdy pot with a drainage hole in the bottom. For tall-growing sunflowers, a widerbottomed pot will help them stay upright. Alternatively, plant the seeds directly at the back of the garden border or bed. For pot-grown sunflowers, fill the pot with soil or multipurpose compost and water to make moist, but not wet. When staking the sunflower, put the stake into the soil first. This saves the risk of pushing the stake through the roots while the plant is growing.
Towns of Kennebunk & Kennebunkport
Cards & Camaraderie Community Game Night Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. and Fridays, 9-11 a.m. at the Spaulding Center for Active Living, 175 Port Rd., Kennebunk. Enjoy games at the center, or bring one along! No skills required, open to all adults in the community. Sign-ups appreciated. FMI: 207-204-0004 or karleensideas@gmail.com.
Free Community Soup
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 138 York St., Kennebunk. Held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Upcoming: July 22.
Town of Kittery
Free Summer Meals
for Kittery Kids
Free summer lunch program for kids and teens 18 and under. Meals available Monday-Friday until Aug. 15 at two locations: 1111:45 a.m. at Howard Street/Admiralty Village, and 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Rd. Sponsored by the The Kittery School Nutrition Program. FMI: www.kitteryschools. com/nutrition-program.
Town of North Berwick
North Berwick
Republican Committee
Meets monthly at 6:30 p.m. at North Berwick Town Hall, 21 Main St., Room 212. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Open to all registered North Berwick Republicans. FMI: northberwickgop@gmail.com or Chair Mark Rouillard at 207-432-1777.
Upcoming: July 23.
Town of Ogunquit
Stearns Road Parking Changes,
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Nonresident Permit Lottery
New Parking Rules on Stearns Rd.:
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Parking is permit only (Ogunquit resident beach parking pass required); 7 a.m.-9 a.m., 6 p.m.-midnight: parking open to all, no permit needed, in any designated space. Parking prohibited midnight-7 a.m. Max parking: two hours at all times. Nonresidents may submit to win one of 20 Stearns Rd. parking permits, valid only on Stearns Rd. Permits are free, linked to license plate, valid Aug. 1 – Oct. 31. FMI: https://tinyurl.com/StearnsRdLottery.
Ogunquit Beach Cleanup
Mondays, 7-8 a.m. and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. at Main Beach parking lot, Ogunquit. Pickers and bags provided, dress for the work and the weather. Now through Sept. 4. FMI: jgreene@ogunquit.org.
York County
Free Tech Support
Southern Maine Energy Navigators now offers free technical support to homeowners in Kennebunk, Kittery, Ogunquit, and Wells who are looking to make home energy upgrades. FMI: www.energynavigatorme.org or navigator@energynavigatorme.org.
HISET, ESL Classes
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Marshwood Adult Education and Kittery Adult Education offer on-
as a Second Language) for the summer term. FMI and to make an appointment: 207-384-5703 or 207-351-0167 (Marshwood); 207-439-5896 or 207-351-0167 (Kittery Adult Ed).
Monthly Happenings
Nubble Lighthouse Keepers
Summer Square Dance
Second and fourth Sundays during the summer months, 2-4 p.m. at Ocean Masonic Lodge
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142, 1930 Sanford Rd., Wells. Mainstream dancing with caller Kip Moulton and alternating round dancing with cuer Linda Moulton.
Upcoming: July 27; Aug. 10, 24. FMI: nubblecochairlarry@gmail. com.
Show Me The Money Fourth Sunday of the month, 2-4 p.m. at York Elks Lodge #2788, 1704 Rte. 1, Cape Neddick. Complimentary food at Half Time. Open to the public. FMI: 207-3612788. Upcoming: July 27. Amateur Radio Society
Every other Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the New School, 38 York St., Kennebunk. Informal gathering to support amateur (ham) radio. Most meetings include a “tech talk” by a New England Radio Discussion Society member. FMI: 207-9678812. Upcoming: July 22, Aug. 5.
OPTIONS Clinic
Second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Wells Police Dept., 1563 Post Rd., Wells. Education and resources for overdose prevention. Contact for dates. FMI: www.knowyouroptions.me, www.sweetser.org, lmbailey@sweetser.org, or 207468-4015.
TREE Meeting
Every other Saturday at the Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Rd., Kittery. TREE (Thrive, Recover, Educate, Empower) is a group for people healing from or dealing with a narcissist. FMI: kitterytree@ gmail.com.
Bean & Casserole Supper
Every third Saturday of the month, 4-5:30 p.m. at the Trailblazers, 102
Bills Ln., Wells. Many homemade dishes! Includes coffee and dessert. Cash bar available. $10 per adult, $7 per child 4-8, free for children under 4. FMI: 207-4689747. Upcoming: July 19.
Weekly Happenings
Ellis Park Concert Series
6:30-8:30 p.m. at the gazebo, York Beach. All concerts are free. July 18: Merrimack Valley Concert Band; July 19: After Hours Band; July 20: Compaq Big Band; July 24: Fred Dame Jr.; July 25: Big Picture Band; July 26: Amherst Town Band; July 27: Fugitive; July 31: Seacoast Wind Ensemble. Concerts continue into August. FMI: www.yorkparksandrec.org/ special-events.
Al-Anon
Weekly meetings throughout York County offering a mutual support group for those affected by another’s drinking. In-person, Zoom, and hybrid meetings available. FMI, meeting times, and locations: www.maineafg.org, 207284-1844, or 800-498-1844.
Music in the Park
Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m. at Dorothea Jacobs Grant Common, 86 Obeds Ln, Ogunquit. Free summer concerts for the entire family! July 20: Dis and Dat; July 27: Gnarly Darling. Concerts continue into August. Bring a chair or blanket! FMI: www.ogunquit.gov/parks. Summer Concert Series Sundays in July, 5:30-7 p.m. at Hamilton House, 40 Vaughans Ln., South Berwick. Refreshments available for purchase from Happy Valley Beer & Wine Garden. Bring a blanket or chairs. July 21: New Hampshire Jazz All-Stars; July 27: Twangtown Paramours. Free for Historic New England members; nonmembers: $15. FMI: www. historicnewengland.org or 207384-2454.
Scottish Country Dancing Sundays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Community House, South Congregational Church, 2 North St., Kennebunkport. Beginners welcome. Free will donations accepted. Call ahead to confirm each week’s sessions: 207-590-5047 or 207-4909050.
Tobacco & Nicotine Support
Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m. at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 138 York St., Kennebunk. In-person group provides information and supportive resources to those trying to quit. Free and confidential. FMI: edward.perka@yahoo.com.
GriefShare
Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. at York Bible Church, 61 York St., York. A 13week faith-based support group designed to help participants find hope after the loss of a loved one. FMI and to register: www.griefshare.org/groups/261959 or Mary Mace at mace5@maine.rr.com.
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TOPS Weekly Meetings
Tuesdays, 5 p.m. at Bethel Christian Church, 129 Main St., North Berwick. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non-profit weight loss support group. FMI: 207475-6735.
Eliot Recreation Summer Concert Series
Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. at the Eliot Boat Basin, Eliot. Free summer concerts presented by Riverside Music & Market. July 22: Wood & Bone; July 29: Cool Beans. Concerts continue into August. FMI: www.eliotcsd.myrec.com or 207451-9334.
Stay; Man to Man Peer Support Group
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the barn at Laudholm Farm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. A comfortable, destigmatized environment for men to meet and chat about issues on their minds. Discussions are low-key, nonjudgemental, and laid-back. Organized by Stay; For Life. Free. FMI: www.stayforlife.org or stayforlife2022@gmail.com.
Moderate Exercise Classes
Wednesdays and Fridays, 9-10 a.m. at Dunaway Center Auditorium, 23 School St., Ogunquit. Emphasis on balance, strength, training, and laughter. No sign-up necessary. Free. FMI: 207-3618100.
Wild for Art Wednesdays
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St, Kennebunk. Hands-on creativity all summer long! Participants ages 8-12 explore a variety of artistic projects. Sessions include snacks and outdoor breaks. For all skill levels. Registration required at www.brickstoremuseum.org/ calendar.
Bingo at WOSC
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Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. at the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6 p.m. Through November 19. FMI: 207-468-9747.
Community Flow Circle
Wednesdays through Aug. 27, 6-8 p.m. at Eliot Boat Basin “Dead Duck,” Eliot. Get into the flow with music and movement! Smart Circles and Indigo Rhythm provide the hula hoops. Free. FMI: sjhulahoops@gmail.com or indigo. rhythms@instagram.com.
Music in the Cove
6-8 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays at Rotary Park, Perkins Cove, Ogunquit. Free music concerts! July 18: All Together Now; July 23: Maddi Ryan; July 25: Rebbeca Wood; July 30: The Finestkind. Concerts continue into August. FMI: www.perkinscove03907. com/events-music.
GriefShare
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 130 Main St., South Berwick. FMI and to register: www.griefshare.org/findagroup.
Hot Summer Nights
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. at Shoe Town Playground, 71 Norton St., South Berwick. Free summer concerts! Food for sale courtesy South Berwick VFW. Audiences may bring their own food and seating. July 23: Connor Garvey and Ben Cosgrove, with Shiva Kovvuri; July 30: Old Hat String Band with The Lion Sisters. Concerts continue into August. FMI: www. sobocentral.org.
Overeaters Anonymous
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. at First Federated Parish Church, 150 Main St., South Berwick; Fridays at 9 a.m. at First Parish Church
Mow High and Water Less
Mowing grass to about 4” helps shade out weeds and encourages root growth helping the lawn tolerate heat better and require less watering.
Mulch Grass and Leaves
Leaf blowers damage our yards and our health. Leave grass clippings on the lawn and attach a leaf mulching blade to your mower in the fall to mulch leaves into the lawn.
Restrict Arti cial Fertilizers
Runo from chemical fertilizers causes great harm to our streams and ponds. Native plants, shrubs and trees rarely need fertilizers. Get a soil test before purchasing fertilizer. Then use only recommended amounts.
Restrict Pesticides /Herbicides
When pesticides are necessary, follow the principles and practices of Integrated Pest Management. For the safest protection against ticks, use tick bait boxes.
Hall, 180 York St., York. For those who struggle with food, weight, or
Trailblazers Line Dancing Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. at the Trailblazers, 102 Bills Ln., Wells. $5 per person. FMI: 207-468-9747 or 207-468-2588.
Under the Oak Music Series
Thursdays, 5-7 p.m. at the Kittery Land Trust Nooney Farm, 22 Stevenson Rd., Kittery. Pack a picnic blanket or chair, or pick-yourown fl ower fi elds! July 24: Celia Woodsmith; July 31: The Kenny Brothers. Concerts continue into August. Suggested donation: $10/ person; kids are free. FMI: www. facebook.com/kitterylandtrust.
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Traip Farmers Market
Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Traip Academy, 12 Williams Ave., Kittery. Student-run farmers market featuring organically grown plant material raised on site. A wide variety of seasonal produce available. Interns offer garden tours to the public. Beautiful and unique flower arrangements available for $10. Market open through Aug. 30.
Gateway Farmers Market Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. behind York Visitor Center, 1 Stonewall Ln. (off Rte. 1), York. Local vendors, kids activities. FMI: www. gatewayfarmersmarket.com or 207-363-4422.
Friday, July 18
Trailblazers Trivia Night
6 p.m. at Trailblazers Family Club, 102 Bills Ln., Wells. Doors open 5 p.m. Appetizers, cash bar, teams of 2 to 6 players, cash prizes for 1st, 2nd place, Sean Roche Trivia DJ. $25/person. FMI or tickets: 207-468-9747.
Saturday, July 19
Hope Woods Walk
10 a.m. at Hope Woods, Kennebunk. Guided walk through Hope Woods led by Master Maine Naturalist Gordon Collins. Free. Registration required at friendsofhcw@gmail.com or 207-387-9100.
Stories That Built Early America: Women’s Work
2 p.m. at Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. A special summer lecture series exploring the everyday lives, choices, and challenges that shaped early
2-4 p.m. at the Seashore Trolley Museum, 195 Log Cabin Rd., Kennebunkport. Interested parties will learn more about the seasonal and year-round volunteer opportunities available. FMI: www.trolleymuseum.org or 207-967-2800.
Chicken Shoot
3-5 p.m. at the American Legion Post 56, 647 Rte. 1, Meadow Brook Plaza, York. FMI: 207-363-0376 or www.ramsdellrogers.56.com.
Turkey Supper To Go
4-5 p.m. at First Parish Federated Church, 150 Main St., South Berwick. Monthly take-out only turkey supper with all the fi xings! First come, first-served. $12, cash or local check only. Pick up in the church parking lot off Academy Street. This month’s partner is Girl Scout Troop #1411. FMI: fpfc.org@ gmail.com or 207-384-4091.
Saturday, July 19 –
Sunday, July 20
2nd Annual Lavender Festival
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. both days at Lavender Hill Farm, 11 Brooks Ln., Berwick. Craft vendors and farm tours. Sheep shearing, fiber spinning, blacksmithing demos. Community mural, play areas, cut-yourown lavender bouquets, flower crown workshops, food trucks.
“The Labrynth” lavender maze, and Lavender Cookoff! Fun for the whole family. $35/carload. No pets, with the exception of trained service dogs. FMI: www.lh-farm. com/lavenderfestival.
Seacoast Craft Market
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday at Kittery Premium Outlets, 375 Rte.1, Kittery, McDonald’s lot. Artisans and craftspersons from all over New England offer handmade products and coastal creations. Free parking and admission. FMI: www.gne-
craftartisanshows.com.
Sunday, July 20
Sunset Kayaking on the Little River Estuary 6-9 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Paddle the quiet waters of the Reserve’s estuary during sunset. For all levels of kayaking ability. Minimum age: 12; 12-15 year olds must be accompanied by an adult. Each participant paddles their own kayak. Weather dependent. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/calendar or 207-646-1555.
Tuesday, July 22
Center for Wildlife: New England Natives 1-2 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. The Center for Wildlife provides an in-depth introduction to the raptors, reptiles, and mammals of Maine. CFW’s nonreleasable animal ambassadors guest star. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/calendar or 207-646-1555.
Wednesday, July 23
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Paddle the quiet waters of the Reserve’s estuary. For all levels of kayaking ability. Minimum age: 12; 12-15 year olds must be accompanied by an adult. Each participant paddles their own kayak. Weather dependent. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/calendar or 207-6461555.
Thursday, July 24
VA Health Portal Info Session 1 p.m. at Berwick Public Library, 180 Main St., South Berwick. Jay Feenstra of Berwick for a Lifetime’s Aging Well Resource Center explains updates on VA health care access. Veterans may book follow-
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Lenora Hallene McGuire, 92
WELLS – Lenora Hallene McGuire, of Hampton, NH, formerly of Wells and Lakeville, MA, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Lexington, ME, on January 29, 1933, to the late Ruth (Dyer) Beane. Lenora graduated from GoodwillHinckley Schools in Hinckley. She attended Farmington State College and completed her undergraduate and graduate teaching degrees at Bridgewater State College.
Lenora worked as a special education teacher and principal for resident children at Lakeville Hospital School. She was a longtime and active member of the United Church of Christ in both Lakeville, MA, and most recently the Congregational Church of Wells. She formed many lasting friendships while participating in the Ladies’ Benevolent Society in Wells. In her free time, she enjoyed quilting and time spent with her many and much loved grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Lenora was married for over 70 years to her beloved husband, John C. McGuire, with whom she built a long and fulfilling life.
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Left to cherish her memory are her children: John O. McGuire and his wife, Lisa, of Vermont; Kerry White of Kennebunk; Sheila Bachelder and her husband, Skip, of Hampton; and Andrew McGuire and his wife, Sabine, of Nufringen, Germany. She also leaves her much-loved sisters: Madeline Lundburg of California, Sheila Mitchum of North Carolina, and Glennis Beane of Lexington.
Lenora was a proud grandmother to eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She also took pleasure in her role as aunt to many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her siblings Glenda Couture, Leo Beane, Erwin Wilbur, and Reynard Wilbur. One of the most important people in her life, always remembered with great fondness, was her grandfather, Claude Dyer.
A private memorial service will be held at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton, NH. Lenora will be laid to rest with her husband, John, at the Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery in Sanford.
In lieu of flowers, in remembrance of Lenora, donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans (www.help.dav.org), a cause close to her heart.
Ronald Paul Quake, 86
WELLS – Ronald Paul Quake died peacefully at his beloved farm in Wells on June 29, 2025, surrounded by his family, including his sons, his wife Mary Jane, and their German shepherd, Bo. He was 86.
Born in New York City to German immigrant parents and raised on a dairy farm in upstate New York, Ron embodied the American dream through his determination and ingenuity. He was a first-generation college student who was accepted to Union College on a scholarship, graduating with a BA in economics in 1962, followed by an MS in 1968.
Ron served in the U.S. Army infantry as a radar specialist at an anti-aircraft command in Panama and, while he was selected to advance to officer training school, decided to pursue a career in the private sector. His career spanned over 35 years and revolutionized how information is accessed and shared. Ron’s professional career began at UNIVAC, IBM, SUNY, and he also served as Director of Criminal Justice Services for New York State.
Mr. Quake then built a substantial entrepreneurial legacy –his companies anticipated and shaped the digital transformation of information services. In 1976, he founded Bibliographic Re-
trieval Services, which became one of the earliest online text searching services for university and corporate libraries. The service revolutionized medical research by allowing doctors and researchers instant access to scholarly articles from terminals in universities and hospitals nationwide, and was widely used for decades.
Ron founded Enable Software in 1984. The company developed one of the first integrated office suites for personal computers and became the leading software used by the federal government, with more than 1 million users worldwide before it was sold to Microsoft. He also founded JRS, Inc. in 1989, creating bedside clinical information systems that automated patient care documentation in hospitals which participated in the widespread digitization of healthcare records.
Ron was actively engaged in the community, serving for 20 years with the Kennebunk Rotary, including as president, and mentoring local entrepreneurs through the nonprofit organization SCORE.
He was also involved in supporting numerous charities, including Maine animal hospitals, food banks, a cancer research center, and an animal sanctuary. He also supported Union College, who he felt gave him a proper start in his career.
Ron was a maverick who greatly valued his independence, and was voracious reader. He
was devoted to his family, and had a very present father and grandfather who passed along a contagious passion for fun.
Ron took great joy in his four grandchildren, who brought him immense happiness in his retirement years. This included many days playing golf, poker at the kitchen table, walking his land, attending sporting events, and making the most of local amusement parks with them.
Ron will be deeply missed by his loved ones, including friends and family.
Mr. Quake is survived by his first wife, Edith Quake (née Walter); his second wife, Mary Jane Quake (née Carino); two sons from his first marriage: Stephen, a professor at Stanford University, and Jeffrey, a private equity investor; and four grandchildren: Antonia Zoe Quake, Theo Quake, Tyler Quake, and Avery Quake.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a service to be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 26 at the South Congregational Church in Kennebunkport, located at 2 North Street. There will also be a reception immediately following at the Nonantum Resort, located at 95 Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport.
To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit Ronald’s Book of Memories page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer Street, Kennebunk.
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Jim Salvaggio, 76
OGUNQUIT – Jim Salvaggio of Ogunquit, loving husband and father, died suddenly by accident on June 30, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Charlene Salvaggio of Ogunquit and their son and daughter-inlaw, Eryk Salvaggio and Katie Kindelan of New York; and brothers Fred Salvaggio, Anthony Salvaggio and Joseph, all of Massachusetts.
Jim served in active military combat duty with the U.S.Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He worked for the U.S.Postal Service, retiring after 37 years.
Anyone who knew Jim loved him. He was a quiet hero who always reached out to lend a hand, an ear, or a simple smile. He will be sorely missed.
Daniel Weston Soule, 86
WELLS – Daniel Weston Soule, of Wells, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on June 2, 2025.
The son of Dr. Gilmore W. and Alice F. (Leigh) Soule, he was born September 7, 1938 in Damariscotta. Dan attended grade school in Rockland and continued his education at Bowdoin College and Northeastern University. He taught Social Studies at Orono High School for 17 years before moving to Southern Maine and finding his next career in municipal government. He eventually retired from the State of Maine as the Coordinator of Code Enforcement Certification and Training.
Dan’s intelligence, wit, and
curiosity earned him the respect of many friends and colleagues. He was as comfortable in a classroom as he was at a hunting camp.
Dan was a proud member of the Mayflower Society and passionate about the Soule family geneaology. He loved golfing and spending time with his friends at the Cape Neddick Country Club. He enjoyed history, traveling, hunting, fishing, gardening, and cooking. His family was everything to him, and he was proud to talk about them when he was not spending time with them directly. Dan will be remembered as a willing conversationalist, almost always having some knowledge or interesting tidbit to add regardless of the topic. His own special brand of humor, his sense of adventure, and love of a good story – short or tall –will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Dan was predeceased by two sons, Michael and Joshua; a daughter, Mary; and granddaughter, Allison. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Jeanne Gamage; his sister Mary Ingalls; one son, Dan, Jr. (Eileen); four daughters: Ann (Kevin), Martha (Dorn), Kathy (Troy) and Wendy (Jeff); 16 grandchildren; and five greatgrandchildren.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to all the doctors, nurses, and aides at the Maine Medical Center SCU for their hard work caring for Dan, and for doing so with kindness, compassion, and dignity – and for caring for all of us, too.
There will be a funeral service at St. George’s Episcopal Church in York Harbor on Saturday, August 2, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Maine Historical Society, 489 Congress St., Suite 2, Portland, ME 04101 or 207-774-1822.
James Arthur Whittemore, 90
WELLS – James Arthur Whittemore, of Wells, passed away peacefully July 1, 2025. He was born June 14, 1935 in Derry, NH, to Charles J. and Blanche L. (Converse) Whittemore.
James graduated from Concord High School (NH) in 1953 and joined the U.S. Navy right out of school. In 1961, he married his wife, Nancy (Tonkin) Whittemore and lived in Franklin, MA, while raising their two daughters.
Jim worked for IBM as a field engineer specialist for 32 years before retiring. He and Nancy bought their dream summer home on Drakes Island in Wells in 1983, spending every possible weekend, vacation, and holiday there with family and friends.
Following his retirement, Jim and Nancy spent winters in Bradenton, FL, and summers in Wells, for 25 years before permanently settling in Wells. Jim was kind, friendly, and generous and led a very active life. In his younger years, he would walk the beach and the island daily, stopping to chat with neighbors and tourists along the way. He would ride his bike to the beach to ride the waves or fly a kite.
Jim was an avid gardener, and enjoyed tending his flowerbeds and maintaining his beautiful yard. He was especially proud of his many varieties of
iris that he had cultived for over 60 years. Each splitting season, Jim would pass along flowers and plants to family and friends, complete with a lesson on how to plant and care for them.
He was a talented handyman and skilled woodworker, always willing to lend a hand to family and friends. Jim started young, wallpapering and painting with his grandfather, and doing plumbing and electrical work with his father. In retirement, he was involved in the computer club at his retirement community, teaching others how to use new technology and fix issues, and was a member of a golf and bowling league.
Jim was a member of the Manatee Masonic Lodge #31. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by all who knew him.
Jim was preceded in death by Nancy, his wife of 62 years; his parents; and his sister, Judy Elliott. He is survived by daughters Susan Whittemore of Wells and Diane and son-in-law Woody Ackerman of Wells; grandsons James Ackerman and Alexander Ackerman; as well as the children of his heart: Michele Masi of Franklin, MA, Kim Palmer of North Attleboro, MA, and Rick Slavin of Chicago, IL.
The family would like to send a special thank you to Jim’s devoted caregivers, Sandy and Debbie, at Home Instead, and dear friend Ann Soucie, for their love and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s name to American Heart Association at www.heart.org. Private family services will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel in Wells. To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit Jim’s Book of Memories page at www.bibberfuneral. com.
Berwick Public Library
Rocco the Reader Dog
Wednesday, July 23, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Stop by to say “hello” to Rocco and share a story!
Berwick Walkers
Mondays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. FMI: berwickfal@gmail.com or 207-619-3519.
Nifty Needleworkers
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Chair Yoga Series
Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. Ten-week Chair Yoga series with instructor Amanda Brandt. Limited to 12 attendees. FMI and to register: berwickfal@gmail.com or 207619-3519.
Playgroup for Toddlers
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Social Seniors
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, games and puzzles, good conversation!
Math Tutoring
Fridays, 3 to 5 p.m. 1-on-1 math tutoring lessons. Sessions can be up to one hour and must be made by appointment beforehand.
Minecraft Club
Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m.
LEGO Club Thursdays at 4 p.m.
Preschool Storytime Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
For More Information Call the library at 207-698-5737 or visit www.berwick.lib.me.us.
D.A. Hurd Library
Stop. Sit. And… Read Color, play a game, make a craft, etc. Drop-in the children’s room.
Teen Book Chat
Mondays, 2-2:45 p.m.
Teen Junk Journaling Mondays, 3-3:45 p.m.
Coffee, Craft, and Chat Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
LEGO Club Tuesdays, 4-5 p.m.
Cribbage Crew
Tuesdays, 5-6:30 p.m.
Yarn Divas Wednesdays, 10-12 p.m.
Teen Craft Wednesdays, 2:30-4 p.m.
Science Club Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Teen Tabletop Gaming Thursdays, 3-6:30 p.m.
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What’s Your Story?
Mondays at 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook page, YouTube channel, and on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301.
LEGO Club
Tuesdays at 3:15 p.m. For elementary age students. Space is limited, registration required.
Chess Club
Hand and Machine Sewing Thursdays, 1-3:30 p.m. For teens and adults.
For More Information Call the library at 207-676-2215 or visit www.da-hurd.lib.me.us.
Graves Memorial Library
Yoga with Virginia Williamson Daily, July 21–Aug. 2 at 9 a.m. No yoga July 22, 27, 29. For all levels. Suggested donation: $15. FMI: www.virginiawilliamson.com or 207-967-2778.
Banjo Jimmy Thursday, July 24, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Banjo Jimmy performs adventure tunes and family favorites! For all ages. Free. Registration required; contact the library.
Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome.
Paint-by-Number Club
Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m. Work on your own paint-by-number and make some new friends!
Portside Readers
Wednesdays at 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook page, YouTube channel, and on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301.
Port Knitters
Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. Bring in any current knitting project and supplies.
Fabulous Friday Family Storytime
Fridays at 10 a.m. A fantastic hour of books, songs, and finger-plays.
Stay and Play
Fridays at 10:45 a.m.
Super Saturday Saturdays at 10 a.m. Crafts, card-
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Life Size Candy Land at Kennebunk Free Library
KENNEBUNKOn Wednesday, July 23, Kennebunk Free Library will transform into the classic board game Candy Land, inviting visitors to take a whimsical stroll through a life-sized version of the beloved game.
Participants will follow a colorful path through stops such as Licorice Lagoon, Gumdrop Pass, and Ice Cream Sea. From 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., the event is open to families, and from 6 to 7 p.m., adults ages 21 and older are invited to enjoy an adults-only version featuring special treats. Candy Land playtime is
first come, first served. Entry will be staggered in short intervals, and each group will receive a number upon arrival to hold their place in line. Guests may arrive at any time during their session but should be prepared to wait to begin their journey.
Life Size Candy Land is part of Level Up At Your Library, the library’s summer reading program. The event is free and wheelchair accessible. Kennebunk Free Library is located at 112 Main Street in Kennebunk. For more information, visit www.kennebunklibrary.org or call 207-985-2173.
Ogunquit Memorial Library Seaside Speakers Series: Tim O’Brien
OGUNQUITMaine has its own Liberty Bell. Augusta is the easternmost capital city in the country. The world’s first French-fried potato was “invented” in Maine, as was the donut hole. The state’s oldest town was incorporated 125 years before the birth of the United States. And Maine is the only U.S. state with one syllable.
Tim O’Brien, author of a unique guide to Maine, will talk about these fun facts and more when he visits the Ogunquit Memorial Library, 166 Shore Road, on Friday, July 25, at 10 a.m.
as part of the Seaside Speakers series. O’Brien will present a colorful program on his book, “Maine Roadshow: A Roadside Tour of the State’s History, Culture, Food, Funk & Oddities.”
The book is lavishly illustrated with nearly 450 photos, all taken by the author, and more than 400 listings, all visited in person by the author during a five-year, thousands-of-mile journey exploring and documenting all corners of the state. Books will be available for purchase.
For more information, visit www.ogunquitlibrary.com.
making, games, puzzles, handson stations, themed scavenger hunts, and more!
For More Information Call the library at 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.
Kennebunk Free Library
Junior Science:
Make Your Own Ice Cream
Monday, July 21, 3:45-4:30 p.m. A fun science experiment making ice cream in a bag. For ages 5+; registration required. Free.
Life Size Candy Land
Wednesday, July 23. The library will transform into a life-sized version of the classic board game Candy Land! Open to families 1:30-4:30 p.m.; adults age 21 and older, 6-7 p.m., featuring special treats.
LEGO Club
Thursday, July 24, 3:45-4:30 p.m. For ages 4+. Registration recommended, not required. Free.
Storytime
Mondays at 10 a.m. Songs, stories, thymes, and more, in the amphitheater outside the children’s room. Bring sunscreen, a blanket to sit on, and a drink to keep hydrated.
Mah Jongg
Mondays, 12:30-3 p.m. and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Dragon Hunters and Treasure Seekers Guild Mondays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 10 to teen.
Spanish Conversation
Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Registration appreciated, not required.
French Conversation Mondays at 6:30 p.m. No registration required. Free and wheelchair accessible.
In Stitches Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Masks required. Also meets on Zoom on the first Tuesday of every month. Upcoming Zoom: Aug. 5.
Tech Time Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 2-5 p.m. Sign-up for 45-minute one-on-one appointments.
Fiber Arts Group Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Knit, crochet, embroider, and chat.
For More Information Call the library at 207-985-2173 or visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.
Ogunquit Memorial Library
Seaside Speakers Series Friday, July 25, 10-11 a.m. Featuring Tim O’Brien, author of “The Maine Roadshow: A Roadside Tour of the State’s History, Culture, Food, Funk & Oddities.”
Story Hour Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m.
Tech Help Wednesdays, 12-2 p.m.
Book Arts Group Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Fiber Arts Group Meets on the third Saturday of the month, 12-2 p.m. Upcoming: July 19.
visit www.rice.lib.me.us.
South Berwick Public Library
All Levels Vinyasa Tuesdays, 10:15-11:15 a.m. Registration required at https://app. ubindi.com/Sbpl.Yoga.
Knitting Group Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m.
Pre-K Storytime Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Free Help with Math Wednesdays at 3 p.m.
Baby Storytime Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
LEGO Club Thursdays, 1-5 p.m.
Crafternoon Fridays, 12-4 p.m. A different craft every Friday.
Writer’s Group Saturdays, 2-3 p.m.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-384-3308 or visit www.southberwicklibrary.org.
Wells Public Library
Adult Crafternoon: Mini Terrariums
Thursday, July 24 at 2 p.m. Participants design and assemble a miniature ecosystem using glass containers, soil, rocks, moss, and plants. All supplies provided. Free. Registration required; contact the library.
For More Information Call the library at 207-646-9024 or visit www.ogunquitlibrary.com.
Rice Public Library
Bluegrass Jam Band
BJ Hickman Magic Show Thursday, July 24 at 5:30 p.m. Magician BJ Hickman entertains with comedy magic, including card tricks, audience participation, and mind reading. Free.
Mother Goose Storytime Mondays at 10:30 a.m. For children ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.
Second and fourth Saturday of the month, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Sessions are open to the public – bring an instrument! Upcoming: July 26.
Storytime Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. on the second fl oor. For children up to age 5 and their caregivers. No registration necessary.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-439-1553 or
Drop-In Crafternoon Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m. For schoolaged children and their caregivers. Free.
Books at the Beach Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. at the gazebo in Harbor Park, weather permitting. Stories, songs, interactive games, dancing! Free. FMI: aherman@wellstown.org.
Toddler Storytime Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. For ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Second and fourth Thursday of the month, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Brainstorm program ideas, connect with peers, promote a sense of belonging. Snacks provided. Upcoming: July 24. FMI: ssmyke@ wellstown.org.
Crafty Kids
Thursdays at 3 p.m. for all ages up to 17. FMI: aherman@wellstown. org.
Conversational French Thursdays at 4 p.m. For all levels of interest.
Fiber Arts Fridays at 10:30 a.m. For all ages and levels of ability.
LEGO & Rubik’s Cube Club Fridays at 3 p.m. All ages welcome.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-646-8181 or visit www.wellslibrary.org.
William Fogg Library
Toddler Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
STEAM Storytime Tuesdays at 2 p.m.
Maine Women in the Arts Summer Arts & Crafts Show
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Maine Women in the Arts recently enjoyed a month-long group exhibit at the Brick Store Museum in Kennebunk, titled “The Female Gaze,” receiving praise from the public.
The organization’s next exhibit is a three-day summer art and crafts show at the Masonic Lodge in Kennebunkport, running from Friday, July 25, to Sunday, July 27. As many as 50 members will exhibit work in pastel, watercolor, acrylic, oil, wax, and mixed media. Styles range from abstract to represen-
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LEGO Day
Wednesdays, all day.
Baby Storytime
Thursdays at 9 a.m.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Outdoor Storytime
Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.
Game Night Thursdays at 6 p.m. Scrabble on July 24..
For More Information
Call the library at 207-439-9437 or visit www.williamfogglibrary.org.
York Public Library
Everyday AI:
How to Use AI Chatbots
Wednesday, July 23 at 1 p.m.
Technology and reference librarian Devin explores how AI can help you in everyday life: meal plans, document writing, job hunting, etc. Free.
2025 Summer Puzzle Tourney
Wednesday, July 23 at 6 p.m.
Calling all puzzlers! Teams of 2-5 compete in a friendly competition to see who can assemble a 500piece puzzle the fastest. Puzzles provided.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Morning Yoga
Wednesdays, 10:15-11:30 a.m. with Maria Lovo of A Welcome Haven Yoga. Registration required.
Little Movers
Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. For ages 6 months to 2 years and their caregivers.
tational to photorealistic. Visitors will likely recognize familiar landscapes and enjoy imaginative scenes from farther afield. The summer show is unique in that it also includes high-end crafts, with one-of-a-kind pieces of pottery, basketry, jewelry, home décor, fiber art, and more.
On opening day, Friday, July 25, a “Meet the Artists” reception will take place from 5 to 7 p.m., with live music by Jason Roman and light refreshments. Those who miss the Friday reception will still have opportunities to meet several of the par-
Baby & Toddler Time
Fridays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For babies and toddlers, and their caregivers.
Week in Review Fridays, 3-4 p.m. in the Wheeler Room.
ticipating artists throughout the weekend. Show hours are Friday, July 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, July 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, July 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is always free.
Founded in 1977, Maine Women in the Arts is a nonprofit whose goal is to promote Maine artists work. The organization welcomes all who wish to connect more with others while exploring their own artistic expression.
For more information, visit www.mainewomenarts.com.
Tuckermans at 9 Performs at Hackmatack Farm
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Tuckerman’s at 9 is set to play Hackmatack Farm in a new series, “Sundays at the Farm,” on Sunday, July 20, 1 to 4 p.m., at Hackmatack Farm and Playhouse, located at 538 School Street in Berwick.
Tuckerman’s at 9 is a contemporary a cappella group based in Dover, NH, known for performing a variety of pop, rock, and light jazz songs without instrumental accompaniment. From the Beach Boys to the Back-
street Boys, from Dionne Warwick to Walk The Moon. And all a cappella. No instruments or background tracks of any kind are ever used. Every sound, from vocals to drums, comes from the group’s very own mouths. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for an afternoon of songs spanning many styles and generations. For more information and tickets, visit www.tuckermansat9. com or www.hackmatackfarm. com/events.
LEGO Builders
Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Kids grades K-4 may participate with a caregiver.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-363-2818 or visit www.yorkpubliclibrary.org.
Annual Ogunquit Beach Sandcastle Contest
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Ogunquit Parks & Recreation is excited to once again present this year’s Annual Ogunquit Beach Sandcastle Contest on Sunday, July 20 at the Main Beach in Ogunquit. The public is encouraged to bring their pails, shovels, and imagination, and join the community in this fun annual event!
The contest is open to all
ages, families, groups, and abilities, with free t-shirts available to contestants while supplies last. Registration runs from 8-9 a.m. at the canopy at Main Beach, with judging starting at 12 p.m. Final awards will be given out starting at 1 p.m.
Sebastian “Subby” Privitera will once again create sand art at Main Beach during the event and demonstrate how to
make large-scale drawings in the sand using a rake.
Prizes awarded include Adult category: First Place prize; Family category: First, Second, and Third Place prizes; Children under 13: First, Second, and Third Place prizes.
For more information, email parksrec@ogunquit.gov or find them on Facebook at @ OgunquitParksandRec.
Brick Store Museum Presents Visions of the Sea
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The Brick Store Museum announces the opening of its newest contemporary art exhibition, “When I See the Sea,” on Friday, July 18. The exhibition will be on view through August 31.
“When I See the Sea” features work by forty local and
regional artists, each offering a personal interpretation of the ocean’s meaning and impact. From serene coastal imagery to abstract representations of marine ecosystems and environmental challenges, the exhibit presents a dynamic range of media – including painting, sculpture, photography, and
mixed media. Some pieces in the show will be available for sale.
The exhibit’s opening complements the museum’s other summer exhibition, “OceanWorld,” which investigates human relationships with the sea through historical, scientific, and cultural lenses. Together,
Art Exhibit at Wells Reserve Explores Coastal Themes
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The Wells Reserve at Laudholm will host an opening art reception on Thursday, July 24, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The show, titled “Notes from the Coast,” features the work of artists Kathie Florsheim and Barbara Pagh in a joint exhibition that explores the coastal landscape.
Florsheim and Pagh have collaborated together since 2020, sharing an interest in observing subtle, momentary changes that become visible over time. Through photographs and lithographic collages, “Notes from the Coast, 2025” invites viewers to reflect on the ephemeral, ever-
the two exhibits offer visitors a powerful dual experience blending historical context with contemporary reflection.
shifting nature of the shoreline. Florsheim will present two distinct but related photographic series. “Living on the Edge” documents a coastal, seasonal community in Matunuck, RI, chronicling the loss of its coastline since 2004. The series celebrates the resilience of the community and laments its gradual loss of beachfront. She will also present images from her series “Room 10,” a more personal ode to the variations of light on the water.
Congregational
An artist reception will be held on Friday, August 8, from 4 to 6 p.m. during the Downtown Kennebunk ArtWalk, where visitors can meet the artists and explore both exhibitions.
For more information, visit www.brickstoremuseum.org or call 207-985-4802.
Pagh’s lithographic collages reflect close observation of tidal changes at two different sites. The “Convergence Series” captures a small section of coastline on the west side of Mount Desert Island in Maine, based on photographs taken over three weeks to document changing tides and conditions. The “Ebbtide Series” draws inspiration from sand patterns at low tide where the Narrow River meets Narragansett Beach in Rhode Island.
The exhibition will be on view through September 14. Admission is free and open to the public. The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is located at at 342 Laudholm Farm Road in Wells. For more information, visit www. wellsreserve.org.
World of Music with Aaron Larget-Caplan
KITTERYGuitarist and composer
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Aaron Larget-Caplan (pictured at left) will perform “Dance–Dream–Fugue” – a program of tangos and Spanish dances, songs and dreams of America, and the music of Bach – at the Kittery Art Association Gallery on Saturday, July 26, at 7 p.m. The solo guitar concert blends new and well-known works in an adventurous program for music and art lovers of all ages, and features selections from his forthcoming 12th solo album, “Hymns to Hellfire.”
Larget-Caplan has performed more than 1,000 concerts across Europe, Russia, Taiwan, and the United States. He directs and curates the Spanish dance ensemble ¡Con Fuego!, regularly performs chamber music, and leads multiple contemporary music projects. His 11 solo albums have earned more than 12 million streams. His publications include works by John Cage, Alan Hovhaness, and other contemporary composers.
Tickets are $20 for adults, free for attendees under 17. A limited number of night-of tickets will be available at the door.
The gallery is located at 2 Walker Street in Kittery Foreside. For more information, visit www.kitteryartassociation.org or call 207-451-9384.
For more information on Aaron Larget-Caplan, visit www.alcguitar.com.
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Hot Summer Nights Moves to Shoetown Park
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South Berwick’s free summer concert series has relocated to Shoetown Park, near the town Community Center on Norton Street. Shows start at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings, with the exception of the August 6 concert, which starts at 6:15 p.m. The last concert of the season will be August 13 during Berwick’s Lanternfest celebrations. Rising stars from the area are scheduled to open for several of the main acts.
The South Berwick VFW will be at the concerts selling food, and the new location has parking, portable toilets, and an adjacent playground for kids. As in the past, concertgoers may bring their own picnics or pick
up meals from local restaurants.
After two decades in the center of town, the Hot Summer Nights organizers decided to move the series to its new location, largely at the request of the performers.
“The talent has been asking for a change for a long time,” said Hanna Bulger, Hot Summer Nights organizer and a board member of SoBo Central, the nonprofit sponsor of the series. “They don’t like the road noise on Main Street, and Shoetown Park is still walkable to town.”
SoBo Central supports several community initiatives, including the local food pantry, Home for the Holidays, the Common Ground Tuskegee–South Berwick Sister City Proj-
A Summer Concert in the Barn: Bach, Ragas & Jazz
WELLS
Live music returns to the barn at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm on Wednesday, July 23, at 7 p.m. for a performance of Bach, Ragas, and jazz. With Jan Müller-Szeraws on cello and Amit Kavthekar on tabla – a traditional Indian percussion instrument –the concert transcends cultural and stylistic boundaries, drawing on global cultures old and new, East and West, improvised and composed.
The concert features unique combinations of works that juxtapose J.S. Bach’s Suites for solo cello with the mystical raga-inspired compositions of Shirish Korde, and reimagined jazz masterpieces by legendary performers such as Billie Holiday and Eric Dolphy. These immersive programs highlight the intersections of genre and tradition, drawing on global cultures old and new, East and West, improvised and composed.
Müller-Szeraws’ musical journey has led him from his native Chile to Europe to the United States, exploring music in many forms as a performer and teacher. He is acclaimed for compelling interpretations of traditional cello repertoire as well as for championing the music of
ect, the South Berwick Reporter, and the Keep South Berwick Warm Fuel Fund.
In the case of rain, the concert will move inside to the Community Center adjacent to the Fire Department.
The concerts are sponsored by local businesses The Birches Group, Tanya Cattabriga, Village Green Housewrights, Chip Harding, PB & J, and Good Girl Graphics.
The 2025 schedule includes:
July 23: Connor Garvey, with Ben Cosgrove on piano. A hometown musician now living in Portland, Garvey released his eighth album two years ago. With a friendly presence and lyrical depth as a story teller, the singer-songwriter leaves audiences uplifted and inspired. Opening act is Shiva Kovvuri.
contemporary composers.
Kavthekar has rhythm running through his veins and is regarded as one of the leading artists of Indian Classical music and tabla. He has played with many eminent Indian Classical musicians and has frequent collaborations with western classical, jazz, and fusion musicians.
Korde is celebrated for “integrating and synthesizing music of diverse cultures into breathtaking works of complex expressive layers.” (Musical America). His music is influenced by diverse world music traditions ranging from the throat singers of Tuva and the ancient Vedic chants of India, to the shimmering colors of the Balinese Gong Kebyar Gamelan orchestra. Korde’s distinctive music is performed throughout the United States and Europe.
The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is located at 55 Skinner Mill Road in Wells. Tickets are $25, $20 for Laudholm Trust members. For more information and tickets, visit www.wellsreserve.org/calendar.
July 30: Old Hat String Band. Based in Southern Maine, Old Hat String Band fuses vocal harmonies with a driving acoustic rhythm section offering music that draws from folk, old time, bluegrass, and country traditions. The the band is comprised of Whitney Roy on guitar and
vocals, Steve Roy on mandolin, fiddle and vocals, and Amanda Kowalski on bass. Opening act is The Lion Sisters.
August 6: Kogen Serrano. A piano player and singer who graduated from Marshwood High in 2018, Serrano has played at a variety of venues in the Seacoast, including the Hot Summer Nights series. He is, according to organizer Chip Harding, “a brilliant writer and interpreter of classic songs.” Opening act: Kieran Mckinnon and Hollis Cannella Matthews.
August 13 at Lanternfest: Brian Stankovich. Stankovich began his musical journey at the age of eight when he picked up the accordion. By age 14, he was teaching himself to play the acoustic guitar. Stankovich formed Mid Life Crisis in 1994, playing guitar, keys, and lead vocals for nearly 15 years. Now a solo artist, he performs a classic hits from rock to country in local clubs and restaurants, and at private events. For more information, visit www.sobocentral.org.
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Make a sma ll hole about 1 inch deep in the soil using a dibber or pencil. Place one seed in the hole and cover it gently with soil. If planting more than one sunflower, leave a gap of about 8 to 12 inches between each hole or use multiple pots.
Cut the end off a plastic bottle to make a cover for the seedling. This will protect it from slugs and increase the humidity to boost growth. When tall enough, remove the cover and loosely tie the stem to the stake for support. As the plant grows, keep the soil moist with light watering during dry weather.
Growing from Cuttings
Take cuttings from plants that produce multiple flowers, such as Patio Sunflower “Sunbelievable.” Choose a stem 4 to 5 1/2 inches long that has leaves but no flowers or buds. Strip the lower leaves from the stem, then place the stripped end into a pot of moist compost. Roots should begin to develop within a week. Dipping the end of the stem in rooting powder can help speed
up root growth. Initially, keep the cutting in a greenhouse or climate-controlled indoor setting overnight to improve the chances of success.
If a single-stem sunflower has been damaged by wind or pests before it has a chance to flower, carry out the same process to grow a new plant.
Where to Position Sunflowers
As their name suggests, sunflowers do like plenty of sunlight. For optimal growth, health, and bloom production, they should be positioned in a spot that receives a minimum of six to eight hours of direct sunlight every single day. Consider the sun’s path across the garden throughout the day. South-facing gardens are ideal, as they receive the longest periods of sunlight.
Avoid placing the flowers in areas that become shaded by buildings, large trees, or other structures for significant portions of the day, as this can lead to leggy, weak plants with smaller blooms. The more sun they get, the stronger their stems will be and the larger and more vibrant their flower heads will become.
Tall sunflower plants do best when sheltered from wind, and should be placed near a fence or wall and supported with a stake. As the plants grow, staking is important, since mature sunflower heads can become quite heavy. A sturdy stake – bamboo, wood, or metal – should be driven into the ground a few inches away from the main stem. As the plant gains height, the stem should be gently tied to the stake using soft ties, twine, or fabric strips. The ties should be loose enough to allow for stem growth and prevent girdling.
Propagating sunflowers, whether from saved seeds or carefully taken cuttings, is a rewarding gardening task. It allows gardeners to extend the beauty of these iconic flowers season after season and offers an easy, sustainable way to grow their garden without relying on store-bought seeds or plants.
By following straightforward steps, the average gardener can create a thriving patch of sunflowers. Enjoy nurturing these cheerful giants and watch the garden burst into a symphony of
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up appointments for free help with setup. FMI: berwickfal@gmail.com or 207-619-3519.
Landing School Open House 1-3 p.m. at The Landing School of Boatbuilding & Design, 286 River Rd., Arundel. FMI: www.landingschool.edu or 207-985-7976.
Thursday July 24
Preschool Story Hour: Noisy Bird Sing-Along 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Education Director Suzanne Kahn reads John Himmelman’s “Noisy Bird SingAlong,” followed by a related craft
golden hues.
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activity and outdoor discovery time. For ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Free. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/calendar or 207-646-1555.
Friday, July 25
Blood Drive
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Wells-Ogunquit Center at Moody, 300 Post Rd. (Rte. 1), Wells. FMI and to register: www.redcrossblood.org.
Christmas in July Activities & Cookie Walk
5-7 p.m. at Union Congregational Church, 18 Church St., York Beach. Cookie decorating, hot dog or hamburger meals, Christmas carol singing, cookie walk: mix and match, purchase a bag or box or two of homemade cookies. A fun kickoff to York Days! While supplies last. FMI: 207-363-4821.
Kids Adventure Night
6-9 p.m. at Messiah Christian Church, 2700 Post Rd., Wells. Scavenger hunt, bounce house, face painting, crafts, pizza and ice cream. For ages 5-12. $15/child. Registration required at 207-9859287. FMI: www.messiahchritianchurch.org.
Saturday, July 26
8th Annual Yard/Vendor Sale
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Ryan Home, 31 High St., North Berwick. Sale proceeds directly support Ryan Home Project and its programs housing homeless youth. FMI: www.theryanhomeproject.org.
Blueberry Festival Book Sale
9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, in conjunction with the Blueberry Festival. FMI: kfl @kennebunklibrary.org or 207-9852173.
Baked Bean, Chop Suey Supper 4:30-6 p.m. at First Congregational Church 141 North St., Kennebunkport. Monthly baked bean & American chop suey supper. Baked beans, chop suey, mac & cheese, hot dogs, rolls, Cole slaw, pie. Adults and children age 12 and over, $10/person; under 12, $5/child. FMI: 207-710-7060.
Wells Summer Concert Series: J.C. and the Elvis Experience 6-8 p.m. at Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park, 331 Harbor Rd., Wells. Admission and parking are free. FMI: www.wellstown. org or 413-519-3317.
Free Movie: “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” (2024, PG) 7 p.m. at York Beach Ball Field. Food, drinks, and music starting at 7 p.m., movie starts at 8 p.m. FMI: www.yorkparksandrec.org.
IN JULY BINGO
~ Kudos ~
Rain, Mud, Smoke and Grit: Firefighters Graduate After Intense Training
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Snow, followed by driving rain on every Saturday training day for weeks – and, of course, mud.
Training is grueling in such conditions. But fires and related incidents happen and must be fought in all conditions, and so the students pushed through it.
They trained on Mother’s Day, undertaking vehicle extractions.
They learned to crawl through smoke, and much more.
The ultimate outcome was a satisfying one for the York County Chief’s Association (YCCA) Firefighter 1 and 2 students who became graduates on Thursday, June 26 at ceremonies held at Sanford Performing Arts Center (SPAC).
It was a heady occasion that began with YCCA students, and those from the Sanford Regional Technical Center’s (SRTC) firefighting classes, being piped into SPAC by retired firefighter and longtime bagpiper Dave McLean, who played “Scotland the Brave.”
“You studied, you stressed, and you passed,” said program manager Lindsay Martin-Hunt, Deputy Chief at Ross Corner Fire Department. “You are no longer students, you are firefighters. You are part of our community now.”
Firefighting is very much a community – one that stretches across state lines. Not only did the YCCA class of 18 students hail from eight York County locations, but from Atkinson, Madbury and Plaistow, NH as well.
The ceremonies also marked the graduation of 18 SRTC students who underwent Firefighter 1 and 2 training as part of their high school studies.
“It was an awful a lot of fun helping get you to where you are tonight, and it will be a lot of fun
to see where you’re going,” SRTC instructor Harold Smith told his students.
The newly minted firefighters mingled before the ceremonies, trading stories and well wishes for the future.
Ray Mundigler of Wells has been engaged in a career in the service industry but was intrigued when a buddy suggested firefighting might be a good fit. Currently, Mundigler is a call firefighter at Wells Fire Department.
“I love it. I absolutely love it,” he said.
Jordan Riddick had been an EMT for six years when she took a full time job with Biddeford Fire Department in November. She completed a five month “rookie school” and when that ended, undertook the Firefighter 1 and 2 program.
“I wanted something that provided additional opportunities,” said Riddick of her decision to undertake firefighting.
Kyle DeGrace of Lebanon joined the firefighter explorer program in Northwood, NH., later joining the fire department there, and took an EMT course. Now, he works for both Lebanon and Northwood fire departments – and later this year is poised to enter the U.S. Army, where he plans to become a medic.
“Its interesting work, and I am able to help people at their
worst times,” he said.
Susan Field, a former carpenter who later taught health and safety for the carpenters’ union, said she joined the Kennebunkport Fire Department call force in September.
“This is the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done in my life,” she said.
Students completing the 240-hour Firefighter 1 and 2 courses learned search-andrescue techniques, firefighter health and safety, fire behavior, personal protective equipment, forcible entry, fire attack, ground ladder operations, ropes and knots, hose advancement, ventilation, use of tools and appliances, and more.
SRTC student Kelsey Chagnon of York High School said she took the firefighting course because she thought it would be interesting – and it met that expectation. She plans to take the EMT course at SRTC in the fall.
“This definitely inspired me for my career,” said SRTC student Andrew Goodrow Olson of Lebanon.
During the ceremonies, the York County Chiefs Association Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to longtime Saco Fire Department Call Division Chief Raynald Legendre for his 30 years of service to the Firefighter 1 and 2 program. Legendre shaped dozens of firefighters and was described by YCCA President and Hollis Fire Chief Chris Young as a mentor.
“It’s no small feat to leave a legacy, and Ray has done just that,” said Young.
During the ceremonies, Tim Comtois of Lebanon was named YCCA student of the year, and
Mike Audet of Biddeford was named instructor of the year.
“I’m proud of you, and your instructors, the chiefs and your families are proud of you,” Martin-Hunt told the graduates.
“Get out there, stay safe, and stay proud and crazy enough to keep doing this job.”
Wells, media specialist for York County Government.
Hailey Adams, Alexander Albright, Thaddeus Allaire, Scarlet Arbelo, Raymond Bell, Cooper Bourque, Dylan Bucacci, Honey Conley, Aidan Connell, Maya Connor, Kylie Corbett, Bryce Curley, Elias Curley, Angelina Demarco, Dante DiNardi, Kyle Donahue, Matthew Flagg, William Huffaker, Emma Lear-Lapiere, Chase Lunetta, Nicholas Marquis, Jonathan Martinez, Pieper Morris, Kaitlyn Ouellette, Jessica Palmer, Evan Peterson, Eli Potter, Isabella Smith, Lila Sprague, Claudio Watson.
Juniors
High Honors
Kevin Bolduc, Elizabeth Boulger, Christopher Buckley, Evan Chase, Damien Cyr, Norah Donnell, Sara Giddens, Gabriel Hatfield, Ana Holloway, Finn Lee, Evelina Lucas, Megyn Mertens, Samuel Perry, Robert Quint, Alaina Rakiey, Ariella Springer, Paul Stair, Brandon Talevi, Maria Tejada, Madison Webb.
Honors
Ethan Afthim, Julia Allen, Daniel Blaisdell, Nathan Bohn, Jacy Brown Madelyn Campbell, Mia Campbell, Camryn Chase, Arianna Cote, Nathan DeMauro, Caroline Dufort, Payton Fazzina, Landon Fifield, Meghan Kaszubinski, Savannah King, Darion Lemont, Parker Lombardi, Brydon Marcotte, William Martinez, Hrutuja McChesney, Rohana McChesney, Grace Mears, Abraham Medrano, Camden Mosher, Kevin Paswaters, Jackson Pollard, Giovanni Ricetelli, Caitlin Rooney, Braydon St. Onge.
Sophomores
High Honors Owen Bonenfant, Keagan Campbell, Saoirse Carrigan, Amelia Connor, Thomas Cote, Kaitlyn Daly, Livia DiDomenicantonio, David Hamilton, Maddox Koh, Olivia Langelier, Peyton Lessard, Francesca MacEwen, Lauren Martin, Payton Maxon, Jack McDevitt, Sophie Mears, Ashley Morrell, Anthony Motta, Mila Mustacka, Marissa Naffah, Eloise Ouellette, Marius Paulin, Jesse Pullen, Carys Ramsey, Isabella Randle, Jasmine Senarosa-Demarco, Muhammad Shaikh, Alexandra Webb.
The York County Emergency Management Agency (YCEMA) was recently awarded a $3,450 grant from the Maine Community Connections Program to establish a cost-effective emergency communication network for older adults in Northern York County communities.
Local community groups, including the Grateful Undead, are partnering to publicize the program and provide essential community input to drive municipal buy-in.
The grant will fund the purchase of 50 General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) radios and 50 GMRS family licenses, creating a vital communications lifeline for seniors during extended power outages and emergency situations.
“We’re excited to see how this project brings together volunteers, local government, and community organizations,” noted Parsonsfield Selectboard Member Jen Lewis. “It’s a perfect example of how targeted investments can create lasting connections in our communities.”
“This project addresses a real vulnerability in our rural communities,” said Deputy Director Megan Arsenault at YCEMA. “When power goes out during storms, older adults can become isolated for extended periods. This GMRS radio network will help ensure they can stay connected to local officials and each other when traditional communication methods fail.”
The initiative specifically targets Northern York County and towns within the Sacopee Valley where the radio network will enable local officials and first responders to maintain contact with residents during emergencies.
The project leverages existing volunteer networks to maximize impact and ensure sustainability. The York County Emergency Communications Team will provide training on GMRS radio operation, assist with licensing applications, and verify radio coverage throughout the service area.
NATIONWIDE
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Stress levels in the U.S. have reached record highs. In the 2024 “Stress in America” survey, 77% of adults cited the nation’s future as a significant stressor, while 73% cited the current political climate as a source of their stress – both higher than in any previous year. The economy followed closely, with 73% reporting it as a major concern. More than 60% of adults said the nonstop stream of news and social media makes it difficult to disconnect and relax.
endorphins, research suggests that yoga offers additional benefits. Studies have shown that yoga can increase levels of gammaaminobutyric acid, or GABA, a neurotransmitter linked to reduced anxiety and improved mood. Yoga combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation, which together may enhance its effectiveness in reducing stress.
cessing emotions – which may help people respond to stress more effectively. Reported benefits include increased calmness and improved emotional regulation. Regular practice has also been linked to lower levels of anxiety and depression, as well as enhanced focus and overall well-being.
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The York County Emergency Management Agency works to lessen the impact of disasters on the lives and property of residents, municipalities, and businesses in York County. In addition to its full-time staff, specialized teams, and several hundred volunteers, YCEMA partners with local emergency management directors and first responders from all 29 towns in the county. The agency serves as a conduit between the Maine Emergency Management Agency, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and other response partners. YCEMA protects the community by coordinating the activities and resources needed to maintain and devel-
At the same time, workplace stress is escalating. According to the APA’s 2025 Work in America survey, 54% of U.S. workers said job insecurity significantly affects their stress levels, and 39% expressed concern about losing their job in the next year.
A study published in the journal Aging and Mental Health found that yoga was the most effective among several relaxation techniques in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety, with benefits that lasted longer than those associated with other methods. Regular yoga practice has also been linked to improvements in sleep quality and overall well-being.
As more people report feeling overwhelmed, interest is growing in emotional well-being practices such as yoga, meditation, and art. A late-2024 survey by global research firm Ipsos found that 62% of Americans experience stress so intense it disrupts their daily lives.
The following practices may help the average American in reducing their daily stress.
Yoga
Meditation Meditation has been known to positively impact mental health. According to the Mayo Clinic, even a few minutes of daily meditation can reduce activity in the limbic system – the part of the brain responsible for pro-
While all forms of exercise can improve mood by decreasing stress hormones and increasing
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Engaging in art – whether creating or viewing – has been linked to reduced anxiety and lower blood pressure, along with other mental and physical health benefits. Studies suggest that activities such as visiting museums, taking drawing or plein air painting classes, joining a community theater, or attending gallery shows and live performances can stimulate serotonin production, decrease stress, and increase blood flow to brain regions associated with pleasure. The social aspects of engaging in art may also boost mood and enhance one’s overall outlook on life. Some researchSee RURAL on page 26 . . .
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South Berwick-Eliot Rotary Club Honors 10 Local Citizens
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The Eliot Rotary Club recently recognized 10 outstanding citizens with the Paul Harris Fellow Award. During a morning club meeting, the honorees included Emily Rumble, Harland Goodwin, John Flynn, Lisa Marshall (joined by her husband, John, and their band, Under Cover), Marcia Gagnon, Vicki Stewart and Emily Flinkstrom. At a reception hosted by Berwick Academy at the headmaster’s residence, Rotary honored James Hamilton and Amy Smucker. Chris Chidester received his award during a Rotary After Hours social event.
Emily Rumble has been a driving force behind Rotary District 7780’s Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) program, an overnight camp that has impacted hundreds of high school sophomores and staff. Though recently retired as co-director, she continues to mentor students and promote the program. Rumble also advises Marshwood High School’s Interact Club and is a dedicated English teacher, helping students develop leadership skills through service.
Harland Goodwin has long been associated with Spring Hill Lodge in South Berwick, where he has supported many area nonprofits through fundraisers and events. He has helped host numerous Rotary-sponsored activities, most notably the annual Pumpkinman Festival. Goodwin also prepares the annual Thanksgiving dinner at the Community Center, providing meals to South Berwick’s senior citizens.
John Flynn is a South Berwick visionary who has turned ambitious ideas into reality. Rotary appreciates Flynn and his family for their successes at The Links at Outlook, the Outlook Tavern, the Red Barn at Outlook, the historic Stage House Inn and Dufours restaurant. Flynn has generously supported many nonprofit and community groups by providing use of his facilities and donating gift certificates to numerous fundraiser raffles across the area.
Lisa Marshall serves the community year-round as church secretary and music director at Eliot Congregational Church. She is also part of Under Cover,
a popular band that donates its time and talents to local causes. Along with her husband, John, and others, Marshall has helped raise money to purchase automated external defibrillators, contributed to area substance abuse programs, and helped host dance parties for various community causes. When Under Cover takes the stage, the dance floor is always full of happy people shaking their booties!
Marcia Gagnon is a creative and talented cook and baker who has catered many of Rotary’s morning meetings over the years. She also provides catering for other nonprofits, including the Music Hall in Portsmouth. Known for her kindness and reliability, Gagnon consistently delivers delicious breakfasts by 7 a.m. each week. When Rotary lost their caterer years ago, she graciously stepped in to fill the role. Members know she plans to retire someday and will be greatly missed for her delicious offerings and sweet personality.
Vicki Stewart has been an educator within the Marshwood School system and still works as the public relations guru, sharing information and good news about the school district to the community. As a Rotarian, she has volunteered on many Rotary projects, from serving food at Geography Quiz Night, to helping with electronics recycling and cleanup projects, to volunteering at the local food pantry. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and cares deeply about the students in the schools.
Emily Flinkstrom, a Marshwood High School graduate, has made significant contributions to the community. As executive director of the thrift shop Fair Tide, she ensures the mission focuses on improving the lives of individuals and families in the Seacoast region.
Partners Bank Announces New COO
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Karyn Scharf Morin of Partners Bank has been promoted to Chief Operations Officer, and will remain on the Senior Management team.
In Morin’s role as COO, she will assume leadership responsibility for Loan and Deposit Operations, Customer Care, Branch Operations, Customer Experience, and Facilities.
Whether securing housing for homeless families, providing financial relief, or managing the thrift shop, Flinkstrom is dedicated to helping people. A major accomplishment this past year was partnering with Footprints Food Pantry and other organizations to create Mainspring, a centralized, collaborative model that unites area social service partners. This multi-million dollar project offers a dignified, efficient way for individuals to navigate their path out of poverty through a one-stop-shop approach.
Chris Chidester retired from teaching and inspiring students at Marshwood schools, but never stopped giving back to the community. She has been a consistent volunteer at Rotary activities and fundraisers, from dishing out gelato to serving Thanksgiving dinners to helping raise funds through Bingo fundraisers. Chidester is also a prolific and talented quilter, and has donated her quilts to numerous fundraisers, including the Life and Hope annual salsa party, their biggest fundraiser. Chris is the epitome of Service Above Self.
James Hamilton has served the Berwick Academy community as its headmaster for many years. He is now moving on to lead another institution. Hamilton has been present and welcoming at Rotary meetings and opened the doors of Berwick Academy to the South Berwick–Eliot Rotary Club, which has been a great privilege. He has also graciously and generously hosted Rotary and the community at numerous events in his home. He has encouraged others at Berwick Academy to support Rotary’s efforts.
Amy Smucker has been Rotary’s most loyal supporter at Berwick Academy, attending meetings for many years
“Karyn has always been a critical member of the Partners Bank team, and I am extremely confident that she will continue her track record of success in this new role,” said Anthony Cataldi, Partners Bank president. “She will bring not only excellent analytical ability and exceptional leadership ability into this role but also will integrate customer experience into our operational processes.”
Morin joined Partners Bank in 2016 as the Senior Retail Banker/Retail Department Manager. In that role, she oversaw strategic direction and business development of retail lending and underwriting. She quickly cemented herself as a key player in the bank’s growth.
Morin has also made great strides outside of Partners Bank. Previously the treasurer of the Board of Trustees for the Ogunquit Museum of American Art, she has recently been elected as president of the Board. Her passion for preserving and promoting historical and modern art and dedication to improving the community aligns with the values of Partners Bank. She and her husband live in South Berwick.
For more information, visit www.partners.bank or call 888226-5747.
Her incisive skills propelled her to become SVP, Chief Deposit Officer in 2019. In that role, Morin was responsible for maximizing the bank’s deposit base by overseeing all deposit-related activities, including product development, pricing, marketing, and customer relationship management. Her propensity to meet challenges and develop successful strategies have helped her success in that role.
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op a comprehensive emergency management program. For more information, visit www.yorkcountymaine.gov/ema or find them across social media.
Launched in January 2024 with $2.5 million in federal ARPA funds, the Maine Community Connections Program links older adults and caregivers to resources through a statewide network of community-based navigators. The program operates in partnership with the University of Maine Center on Aging and Maine’s Area Agencies on Aging. It aligns with the Governor’s Cabinet on Aging,
and coordinating presentations by others from the school on a variety of topics. She has been a helping hand and a key point of contact whenever needed. Although she is moving on to a new position at another institution, Smucker has expressed her continued respect for Rotary and plans to encourage her new colleagues to connect with and support their local Rotary club. For more information, visit www.southberwickeliotrotary. org.
established in 2022 to promote policies that support safe and affordable aging in Maine. For more information, visit www. lifelongmaine.org.
The Grateful Undead is a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving the Sacopee Valley in southwestern Maine since 2011. Founded to help residents age in place with dignity, the organization has expanded from a volunteer transportation service to a range of programs supporting rural elders. As an AARP Age-Friendly Community, it partners with local boards, the Sacopee Valley Health Center and the Southern Maine Agency on Aging. Its Community Connector program has helped 47 residents access services such as Medicare Savings Programs, food assistance and transportation. The group also publishes a Senior Friendly Events Calendar to help reduce isolation among older adults. For more information, visit www. gratefulundead.org.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June & the Honey Badgers is a high-energy, four-piece band specializing in popular music from across the decades. The band engages audiences with animated performances and crowd-pleasing hits, making sure that everyone has a fun and memorable experience.
Kris Hype, 1 to 3 p.m. Hype is a Maine native who performs a little bit of everything soloacoustic, and is the frontman for the band Burning Time. For more information and a digital song list request, visit www. krishype.com.
Woofstock is proudly presented by Maine Veterinary Medical Center and the Rarebreed family of veterinary part-
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ners. Sponsorships and donations support the AWS’s Companions for Life fund, which is dedicated to providing quality and affordable veterinary care for pets. For a complete list of sponsors, visit the website listed below.
The organizers at Animal Welfare Society thank everyone involved in making Woofstock possible and contributing to the success of this fantastic event!
For more information, visit www.animalwelfaresociety.org.
Community Veterinary Clinic provides full-service, high-quality veterinary care to companion animals in the community. For more information, visit www. animalwelfaresociety.org.
United Spay Alliance envisions a future where every cat and dog has a loving home by championing affordable, accessible, and timely spay/neuter services. USA maintains a nation-
Estate Sale Part 2!
We are continuing to sell the contents of one of Alfred’s oldest farmhouses, dating back to the early 1800s. In the same family’s care for three generations since its purchase in the 1940s, this property holds generations of treasures. With items spanning the entire 200-year history, it also includes a multitude of items from the family homes in Rhode Island and Mass. Our sale in June made room to pull freshto-the-market finds from the attic, barn, stable, and cellar. Don’t miss it... There are treasures and deals to be had!
Pictures and partial listing on estatesales.net Saturday, July 19, 9am - 3pm & Sunday, July 20, 9am - 2pm 1133 Gore Road, Alfred, Maine
Gogan Landscaping in Wells is hiring seasonal LANDSCAPE LABORERS. Competitive pay, based upon experience. Landscaping and hardscaping, Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.
Resumes and contact: Kim Gogan at 207-752-4550 or kim@goganlandscaping.com. www.GoganLandscaping.com
wide directory of low-cost clinics, fosters collaboration through the State Leader Network, and supports veterinarians with programs like HQHVSN wet labs and Feline Fix by Five. In 2024, USA launched United We Spay, a monthly podcast sharing stories from the spay/neuter movement.
For more information, visit www.unitedspayalliance.org or follow @UnitedSpayAlliance on Facebook and Instagram.
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Cape Neddick Country Club Men’s Golf League York Little League Advances
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Tuesday, July 8
The six-week second half of the regular season in the Cape Neddick Country Club Men’s Tuesday Twilight League began on July 8 with ninetytwo total participants. While four alternates competed in the season-long Best 6 Stableford Rounds tournament, the remaining golfers competed in 44 four-ball matches.
The top teams in each flight were as follows: Colwell Flight – Devin Coleman and Micah Lewis, 7 points; Davy Flight – Dave Pelton and Paul Tobin, 6 points; Galante Flight – Michael Gauthier and David Yarian, 6.5 points; Levine Flight – Mike Estes and Michael Torname, 6 points; McNeice Flight – Peter Cronan and Ed McDonough (sub Tim O’Leary), 6.5 points; Boston Flight – Joe Aiello and Mike
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DePhilippo as well as Paul Kennedy and David Strzempko, each with 6 points; and O’Connor Flight – Leo Dunn and George Gochros, 7 points.
The top performing alternate was Charlie Frean who accumulated 22 Stableford points on the back-9 followed by Kent Kellar’s 20 points on the front 9. Frean is leading the twelve alternates in the season-long Best 6 tournament with 92 points.
The winners of each flight in the six-week second half of the season will play a flight championship 9-hole match against the first half flight winners. Those first half flight winners were: Colwell Flight – Reid Butler and Jake Kirsch; Davy Flight – Bryan Larson and Dan Soule, Jr.; Galante Flight – Michael Gauthier and David Yarian; Levine Flight – Bob Appis and Greg Telge; McNeice Flight – Rick Clark and Tom Lawless; Boston Flight – John Frisella and Mike Thomas; and O’Connor Flight – Bob Ackley and Lee Page.
Thursday, July 10
Following the Independence Day break, the Cape Neddick Men’s Senior League, also known as the Over the Hill Gang, returned to action on the par-36 back-9 on Thursday, July 10. The round consisted of sixteen singles matches, eight four ball matches, and six alternates competing in the season-long Best 8 Stableford Rounds tournament. In the round’s marquee matchup, league leading Jed Lowry and Bob Ackley faced off against second place Jay Audet and Frank Zito. The concurrent four ball and singles matches all came down to the final hole, with Lowry and Ackley pulling out a 2-1 victory and increasing their lead in the standings.
Three teams made an upward move in the standings by grabbing all 3 points in their respective matches. Those teams were Ed McDonough and George Gochros, Brian McLoughlin and Ed Daley, and
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Bob Satter and Lee Page. With roughly half of the season in the books, the top eight of the sixteen league teams are separated by only 5 points. Three teams, McLaughlin and Daley, Satter and Page, and Vic Finnemore and Carl Ostrowski (sub), each posted the round’s top team best-ball net score of 4-under par.
It was a profitable day for the eight golfers who secured one or more Canadian Skins. Vic Finnemore and Steve Martin each had two skins, while Joe D’Isidoro, Michael Thomas, Dan Cotter, Leo Dunn, Lee Page, and Bob Ackley each had one. Dan Cotter had the best round among the alternates with 18 Stableford points. Fellow alternates Leo Dunn and Leon Weaver each had 16.
Tuesday, July 15
Round 2 in the second half of the regular season in the Cape Neddick Country Club Men’s Tuesday Twilight League took place on Tuesday, July 15. The top scoring teams in each flight were as follows: Colwell Flight – Ray Pike and Kevin Doherty (sub), 6.5 points; Davy Flight – Dave Pelton and Paul Tobin, 6 points; Galante Flight – Dave DiBona and Bob Kaufman, 7 points; Levine Flight – Bob Appis and Greg Telge and Tony DiLuzio and Tim Hevey, 6 points each; McNeice Flight – Chris Brown and Steve Williams, 6.5 points; Boston Flight – Joe Aiello and Mike DePhilippo, 6 points; and O’Connor Flight – Tony Bossi and David Walsh, 6 points.
The top performing alternate was Kevin Doherty with 19 Stableford points on the back-9, followed by Charlie Frean’s 17 points on the front-9.
The top individual performers for those who played on the front 9 were Bob Ackley (4 under par) and Scott Heminger (2 under par). For those playing the back-9, Ed McDonough (2 under par) and Kevin Doherty (1 under par).
Please take notice that Kittery Water District, 17 State Road, Kittery, Maine, 03904, 207-439-1128, mberube@ kitterywater.org, is intending to file a Stormwater Management Law permit application with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection pursuant to the provisions of 38 M.R.S. § 420-D on or about July 22, 2025.
The application is for the upgrade of the Kittery Water District’s Francis L. Hatch Filtration Plant (Water Treatment Plant, constructed in 1959, and located at 28 New Boston Road in York, Maine) to increase capacity of the treatment plant from 5 million gallons per day (MGD) to 7 MGD. The upgrades will provide redundancy and resiliency for essential treatment process and make necessary improvements to the safety and functionality of the facility. Improvements will include building and below grade tank expansion, alterations to an existing and construction of a new water treatment residuals drying bed, access improvements, relocation of an existing garage, replacement of a septic tank, and upgrades to site piping.
A request for a public hearing must be received by the DEP in writing no later than 20 days after the application is found by the DEP to be complete and is accepted for processing. A public hearing may or may not be held at the discretion of the Commissioner or Board of Environmental Protection. Public comment on the application will be accepted throughout the application processing period. For Federally licensed, permitted, or funded activities in the Coastal Zone, review of this application shall also constitute the State’s consistency review in accordance with the Maine Coastal Program pursuant to Section 307 of the federal Coastal Zone Management Act, 16 U.S.C. § 1456. The application will be filed for public inspection at the DEP’s office in Portland during normal working hours. A copy of the application may also be seen at the municipal office in York, Maine. Written public comments may be sent by email to LandOnCall@maine.gov or by mail to the regional office in Portland where the application is filed for public inspection: MDEP, Southern Maine Regional Office, 312 Canco Road, Portland, Maine 04103. For more information on how to submit public comment with the DEP, please go to: https://www.maine.gov/dep/ publications/is-public.html.
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York Little League had an All-Star season to remember this summer, as both the 12U and 11U baseball teams won District titles and advanced to their respective state tournaments.
The 11U squad defeated Biddeford, 13-3, on Friday July 11 to earn the League’s first District title since 2019. Jonah Schoff earned the victory on the mound. The 11U State tournament takes place July 14 to 18 in Augusta.
The 12U squad blanked Saco, 2-0, on Sunday, July 13 to punch its ticket to the State tournament. James Cole fired a complete-game shutout for his third victory of the tournament. York travels to Machias for the 12U State tournament, and opens the tournament against Gorham on Friday, July 18 at 2:30 p.m.
In addition, York’s 10U All-Star baseball team advanced to the District 4 championship
game, while York’s 10U All-Star softball team narrowly missed a spot in the District 4 championship game. A wildly successful all-star season for York Little League!
11U team members include Flynn Barnes, Bennett Cecot, Mason Ely, Hunter Gaumond, Aiden Jasper, Tanner Loveland, Wylder Mewer, Grant Morin, Jacob Moussette, Lucas Moussette, John Santie, Jonah Schoff. Coaches include Dan Moussette, Rick Mewer, John Santie and Justin Thomas.
12U team members include: Evan Blais, James Cole, Brendan Daughan, Stefan Duchesne, Jack Foster, Graham Kovarik, Luke Macaluso, Ned Martinson, Cole Reardon, Cory Scott, Dom Toothaker, and Sam Thayer. Coaches include Seth Cole, Andy Daughan and Andy Thayer. For more information, visit www.yorklittleleague.net.
Seacoast Golf Recap
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Sixteen “Seacoasters” matched up in the Inaugural Singles Match Play Tournament and 32 others competed in a Stroke Play Tournament at Willowdale Golf Club. In the Agamenticus Division, Dan Carr beat Ray Pike 3 and 2, David Yarian beat Larry Kirste 4 and 3, Guy Paladino beat Jay Audet 1 up, and Mark Radwan beat Michael Gauthier 1 up.
In the Bauneg Beg Division, David DeBaie beat Tom Lawless 5 and 4, Ken Seuss beat Ed McDonough 2 up, Steve Williams beat Steven Grenier (tie-breaker), and Vinny LoBello beat Steve McNeice 2 up. The winners will meet in the Semi-Final Round on August 6 at Rochester Country Club.
In the Stroke Play event, Kevin Doherty finished First Gross in the Agamenticus Division with a score of 5-over par 75. Dan Soule, Jr. finished in second place with a 78, while Michael Martel (80) came in third. Dan Garvey (82 - 14 = 68) finished First Net, followed by Brian McNulty (82 - 10 = 72) and Ron Jordan (89 - 17 = 72) who tied for Second Net. In the Bauneg Beg Division, Doug Prevost shot a 78 to win the Stark Flight, beating second place Ed Henningsen by
two strokes. Bob Coffman won the Constitution Flight with his 83; Chris Brown’s 93 earned him Second Gross in the flight. In the Net tournament, Joe Shurila (79 - 12 = 67) finished first in the Stark Flight with Ed Peterson (83 - 11 = 72) and Rob Sheridan (86 - 14 = 72) sharing second place. David Lynch (86 - 14 = 72) won the Constitution Flight over 2nd place Rick Clark (95 - 21 = 84).
In the Franchise Team Game, Nautical Charts earned their third team victory of the season with a score of +29 in the Two Best Gross (Dan Soule, Jr. and Michael Martel) + Four Best Net scores (Bob Coffman, David Lynch, Jeff Goodman, and Bill Fitpatrick).
The next Seacoast Golf event is at Sagamore-Hampton Golf Club in North Hampton, NH on Wednesday, July 23. The format will be a Paired Total Stableford tournament.
Singles Match Play Winners – Agamenticus Division: Dan Carr, David Yarian, Guy Paladino, Mark Radwan; Bauneg Beg Division: Dave DeBaie, Ken Seuss, Vinny LoBello, Steve Williams.
Stroke Play Winners – Agamenticus Division Gross: Kevin Doherty; Net: Dan Garvey Bauneg Beg Division.
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Habitat for Humanity York County Now Accepting Applications for New Home
SANFORDHabitat for Humanity York County is offering a new homeownership opportunity for a two- to three-bedroom home. The home will be located on Butler Street in Sanford, near the post office and close to local amenities. Applications are open through Friday, August 8.
Income-eligible individuals and families who currently live or work in York County and are interested in homeownership are encouraged to apply. The minimum income requirement is $55,000, with eligibility determined based on household size.
Habitat for Humanity York County homebuyers purchase their homes through
an affordable mortgage, with monthly payments not exceeding 30% of household income. The Butler Street home is scheduled to be built in 2026. Homebuyers are selected before construction begins and are required to contribute 200 to 400 hours of sweat equity – time spent volunteering with Habitat for Humanity York County.
This opportunity reflects Habitat for Humanity York County’s continued commitment to supporting local households in their pursuit of safe, stable, and affordable homeownership opportunities. Construction on the Butler Street home will begin after Habitat for Humanity finishes a 4-home subdivision on Beaver Hill Road in Springvale.
Habitat for Humanity York County is committed to the principles of equal housing opportunity. The selection of future homebuyers is conducted in a manner that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or familial status. All applicant information is treated as confidential and used solely for the purpose of determining program eligibility.
To view the application requirements and download an application, visit www.habitatyorkcounty.org/homeownership. Printed applications are also available for pickup at the Kennebunk ReStore, located at 123 York Street in Kennebunk.
With 2026 Budget Ratified, York County Municipalities to Soon Receive County Tax Bills
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York County’s $28.6 million budget for the fiscal year, beginning July 1, is now in effect following a unanimous July 2 vote to ratify by York County Commissioners. The York County Budget Committee voted 5-4 in favor of passage in a June vote.
The tax bill to the county’s 29 municipalities comes in at $24.6 million. The tax formula used to determine a municipality’s share is based on the mil rate, which is calculated by the amount to be raised by taxation, divided by the state valuation for that municipality.
A sampling of assessments from six of the 29 municipalities shows Kennebunkport will be billed $1.8 million, up $309,583 from the prior year; North Berwick $469,946, up $29,359; Biddeford $1.8 million, up $113,807; Sanford $1.1 million, up $156,271; York $3.2 million, up $486,939, and Cornish, $103,915, up $12,883.
The county’s spending plan is up 13.6%, or $3.27 million, from the prior year, driven largely by rising personnel costs, expenses associated with the expected 2026 startup of the training and recovery centers, and increases in utilities, technology licensing, and jail operational costs. During the budget process, when it became apparent the countywide food pantry, operated for many years by York County Shelter Programs, would close, commissioners voted to add $100,000 to the budget to assist in its continuation under the helm of First County Foundation. The pantry is located in space provided by county government for many years.
The budget contains one new position – that of grounds
maintenance – which used to be performed by a contractor selected through a bid process, but there been no recent interest, county officials said.
Another impact is a shifting of the tax burden among the county’s towns and cities. Overall, the state valuation of the 29 municipalities together is up $7 billion.
A sampling shows Kennebunkport’s 2025 valuation was $4.5 billion, up from $3.8 billion in 2024; North Berwick, $1.18 billion, up from $1.12 billion in 2024; Biddeford, $4.57 billion, up from $4.34 billion in 2024; Sanford’s 2025 valuation, $2.82 billion, up from $2.46 billion in
2024; York was valued by the state $8.1 billion in 2025, up from $6.98 billion in 2024, and Cornish was valued at $261 million, up from $232 million in 2024.
Commissioner Richard Clark attended most budget committee meetings and spoke of the work of County Manager Greg Zinser, Finance Director Lori Lemieux and Administrative Assistant Kathy Dumont.
“Greg and Lori did an excellent job presenting the county’s rationale,” said Clark, “and Kathy did a good job with the minutes.”
“I was there, and I agree 100 percent,” said Commission Chair Richard Dutremble.
TramutoPorter Foundation Announces 2025 Scholarships
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The TramutoPorter Foundation, a nonprofit organization co-founded in 2001 by Jeffrey Porter and author and philanthropist Donato Tramuto, has announced the recipients of its 2025 Compassionate Leadership Scholarships. This year, outstanding 2025 high school graduates were selected from a competitive pool of applicants, each demonstrating resilience, purpose, and a deep commitment to compassionate leadership.
The foundation has awarded a $20,000 four-year scholarship to Alana Danielle Johnson, a 2025 graduate of Wells High School, who plans to pursue a degree in journalism at the University of Maine at Orono. Johnson was recognized by Wells High School Principal Eileen Sheehy for her compassion, academic drive, and leadership. The
New Laws Pass for Resident Ownership of Mobile Home Parks
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On Tuesday, July 1, Gov. Janet T. Mills signed into law two bills aimed at protecting mobile home park residents and expanding affordable housing options across Maine.
Sen. Donna Bailey, D-Saco, sponsored LD 1768, “An Act to Protect Residents of Mobile Home Parks by Amending the Real Estate Transfer Tax.” The bill amends the real estate transfer tax to promote and support the purchase of mobile home parks by residents, helping to keep housing costs low and prevent acquisitions by out-of-state private equity firms.
“I still remember when residents of Atlantic Village and Old Orchard Village called me earlier this year asking me to do all I could to protect them from out-of-state corporations buying their parks,” said Bailey. “In the months that followed, my colleagues and I worked hard on several proposals to protect residents of mobile home parks. I am proud that my bill to help these residents received bipartisan support in the Taxation Committee and the Legislature. Now that the Governor has signed the bill into law, more help is on the way.”
LD 1768 eliminates the real estate transfer tax on mobile home park sales when the buyers are the residents. It also clarifies that revenue from the transfer tax deposited into the Housing Opportunities for Maine (HOME) Fund can be used to support affordable housing in mobile home parks. This includes support for resident-owned cooperatives and other nonprofit entities working on behalf of mobile home residents.
scholarship will help make college more financially accessible as Johnson pursues her career goals.
This year marks the 24th consecutive year that the TramutoPorter Foundation has awarded scholarships to students from Wells and Ogunquit high schools. In 2026, the foundation will celebrate its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of investing in education and advancing a mission rooted in compassion, equity and opportunity.
“These students are a powerful reminder that compassion, when paired with perseverance, can change lives,” said Tramuto. “It’s an honor to support their journeys and help remove the financial barriers that too often stand in the way of potential.”
Since its founding, the TramutoPorter Foundation has an-
clarifying language to ensure HOME Fund revenues continue supporting mobile home park residents even after the one-time Mobile Home Community Preservation Fund is depleted. That fund was established in 2024 with $5 million in one-time funding from the Legislature and Gov. Mills, with an additional $3 million added in June to continue assisting resident purchases of mobile home parks.
Also signed into law on July 1 was LD 554, sponsored by Sen. Cameron Reny, D-Bristol. Titled “An Act to Encourage Resident-owned Communities and Preserve Affordable Housing Through Tax Deductions,” the bill creates tax incentives to encourage the sale of mobile home parks and multi-unit housing to resident-owned cooperatives, affordable housing nonprofits, or municipal housing authorities.
“Maine now has another tool to preserve affordable housing options in mobile home and manufactured housing parks,” said Reny. “It gives residents of these communities a leg up when they want to buy the land under their homes. All Maine people deserve to be secure in their housing, and LD 554 demonstrates our commitment to making that a reality.”
Created by the Maine Legislature in 1982, the HOME Fund serves as a flexible funding source for affordable housing initiatives. It currently supports down payment assistance for first-time and first-generation homebuyers, home modifications for low-income households, shelters, and the development of new housing units. It can also fund clean water access, foreclosure avoidance, mobile home replacement and emergency housing needs.
The new law includes
LD 554 allows for an income tax deduction of up to $750,000 on capital gains from the sale or transfer of mobile home parks, housing developments, or apartment complexes to qualified resident or nonprofit ownership. The law also outlines performance measures to assess the effectiveness of the tax incentives in preserving affordable housing across the state.
Both LD 1768 and LD 554 are non-emergency legislation and will go into effect on September 24, 90 days after the adjournment of the First Special Session of the 132nd Maine State Legislature.
For more information, call 207-287-3531 (Mills), or email Donna.Bailey@legislature.maine.gov (Bailey), or cameron.reny@legislature. maine.gov (Reny).
Weekly Recipe: Wild Maine Blueberry Jam
Blueberry season is here! Take advantage of farmers markets and local offerings to make your own homemade jam.
Ingredients
1 lb. (about 3 cups) wild Maine blueberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
Pinch table salt
Let’s Cook!
Equipment You’ll Need
2 small plates
1 large saucepan
1 wooden spoon or rubber spatula
1 pint-sized (16-oz.) Mason jar
1 canning funnel (optional)
1 ladle
Directions
1. Place plates in the freezer to chill. In a large saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and salt. Use a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to stir.
2. Place the saucepan on the stove over medium-high heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is bubbling, 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring often, until the berries burst and mixture thickens, about 15 minutes. (The jam will look liquidy at this point, but will thicken up as it cools down.)
4. Turn off stove and move saucepan to a cool burner. Remove one plate from freezer.
Carefully spoon a small amount of jam onto the chilled plate – the jam will be hot. Return plate to the freezer for 2 minutes.
5. Remove plate from freezer and drag a fi nger through jam.
If your fi nger leaves a distinct trail that doesn’t close up, the jam is done. If jam is still runny and the trail closes up quickly, return to saucepan on mediumlow heat and cook for a few more minutes, then repeat test with the second chilled plate.
6. Cool jam in saucepan for 5 minutes. Run mason jar under hot water in the sink until warm, then pour out hot water. If you have a canning funnel, set it in the jar. Use a ladle to transfer jam into jar – both will be hot. Cool completely on the counter, about 45 minutes.
Serve, or place a lid on the jar and transfer to the refrigerator. Jam will kepp refrigerated for up to one month.
Recipe and photo courtesy The Reader’s Kitchen: www.thereaderskitchen.com.
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chandise supporting its Green & Beautiful Campaign. The campaign aims to transform the library grounds with major tree plantings, rejuvenated gardens, the creation of a historic and sensory garden, and designated areas for pollinators. Its goal is to make the grounds an oasis for wildlife with a focus on nature education. The improvements will also create a welcoming community
ers conclude that art helps people envision more hopeful futures by fostering creativity, encouraging positive reflection, and providing a sense of purpose and connection.
With stress and anxiety on the rise, more Americans are turning to mindful practices to regain balance. Yoga, meditation, and art can be effective tools for reducing stress and improving overall well-being. By incorporating these practices into daily life, Americans can feel more empowered to manage daily stress and cultivate a lasting sense of inner peace.
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space where pe ople can enjoy birdwatching, painting, photography, picnicking, walking, reading, or simply relaxing outdoors. Proceeds from the store help fund the ongoing campaign. The store features totes and T-shirts for women and kids, along with a selection of nature-themed toys, stress balls, acorn bells, seed pops for planting, and other items that create gardens and havens for bees, butterflies, and birds. For more information, visit www.williamfogglibrary.org or find the library on Facebook.
nually awarded scholarships to students from high schools and higher education institutions. In total, more than 100 students have been supported through the foundation.
Beyond financial support, scholars are paired with members of the foundation’s board of directors for ongoing mentorship – further reinforcing the mission to build a generation of compassionate, resilient leaders.
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Since 2001, the TramutoPorter Foundation and its subsidiary program, Health eVillages, have helped people across the globe realize the mission of creating a brighter future through student scholarships, access to health care, and financial grants to organizations worldwide. For more information, visit www.tramutofoundation.com.
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