CALENDAR OF EVENTS

So. China library to hold open house

The South China Public Library will hold a free open house on Wednesday, February 19, from 10 a.m. – noon, at 27 Jones Road.

February is Love Your Library month and the library staff is happy to introduce everyone to the new children’s room and explore the new library. Join them for crafts and activities for children. All ages can sign up for a new library card.

Homeschoolers to present play

The Southern Maine AssociationZ of Shakespearean Homeschoolers will present The Merry Wives of Windsor, on two weekends, at Cumston Hall, 796 Main St. Monmouth. The first will take place on Friday, February 7, at 6:30 p.m., and Saturday, February 8, at 2 p.m.; also on Friday, February 14, at 6:30 p.m., and Saturday, February 15, 2 p.m.

Pond Hockey Tourney on tap for February 14-17

The Maine Pond Hockey Classic is scheduled for the weekend of February 14 – 17, at the Snow Pond Center for the Arts, 8 Goldrenrod Rd., in Sidney. All funds from the event will benefit the Alfond Youth and Community Center. This year they have added ice golf and a youth tournament.

For more information about entering a team, email Patrick Guerette, MEPondHockeyClassic@gmail.com, website https://www.mainepondhockey.org/, or call 207-873-0684.

Apple Tree Pruning Workshop

There will be an apple pruning workshop on Saturday, March 8, from 9:30 a.m. – noon, at 167 Tabor Hill Road, in Vassalboro. Cost is $10 and registration deadline is March 3.

Late winter is the time for pruning apple trees, and Kennebec County Soil & Water Conservation District (Kennebec SWCD) is hosting an outdoor, skill-building workshop at a volunteer property in Vassalboro.

Apple tree enthusiast Joe Dembeck will lead the workshop, covering pruning methods and tools to increase tree viability and production. After a brief overview, participants will practice pruning techniques. Wear warm layers for outdoor conditions. Clean pruning equipment (pole saws, hand saws, and loppers will be available), work gloves, heavy shoes or boots (site may be wet/muddy).

Note: This is a working farm with various animals on site. Only outhouse facilities are available.

Registration is limited to 25 participants for safety.

Register online or email or call Stephanie at staylor@kcswcd.org or 207-480-3927 to reserve a spot if paying by cash/check at the event.

Baked Bean and Hot Dog Supper at China Masonic Lodge

Baked Bean and Hot Dog supper at the China Masonic Lodge on Friday, February 14th at 6 PM – 8 PM.

Baked beans supper in Starks

A baked bean supper will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 4:30 to 6 p.m., at the Starks Community Center, 57 Anson Road, in Starks. This event is hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #39, Madison. Meal will consist of three types of baked beans, hot dogs, cole slaw, biscuits, beverages, and apple crisp. Adults $10; Children under the age of 10 – $5. Proceeds to benefit the American Legion Post #39, Madison Building Fund. FMI: contact Diane P. at 207-314-5135.

KV Chamber to hold Women’s Network luncheon

On Wednesday, February 12, from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., the Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a Women’s Network Luncheon! They will be joined by Dr. Jason Brown from Augusta Family Medicine!

This month they will be having a discussion on Heart Health for Heart Awareness Month! What are the symptoms and what to watch out for!

It will be held at the Kennebec Valley Chamber, 105 Second Street, Hallowell, (Second parking lot at 2 Franklin St, Hallowell ME). $25 for members | $35 for non-members. Reservations required. Your reservation guarantees your seat at the Women’s Network Luncheon. To cancel, please notify us three business days prior to the event, or you will be invoiced. Walk-ins are welcome!

Softball hitting clinics at Thomas College

Waterville Area Soup Kitchen to hold fundraiser

The Waterville Area Soup Kitchen will be holding its first fundraiser on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Elks Club, on Industrial Street, in Waterville. The event is a tropical themed winter getaway. The doors will open at 5 p.m.

The soup kitchen is open five days a week. A light breakfast is provided in the morning and a hot lunch at noon time.

In 2024, the soup kitchen served over 80,000 meals.

The evening will include door prizes, appetizers and a cash bar, entertainment, 50/50 drawing and live and silent auction.

For more information, and ticket information, email Info@WatervilleAreaSoupKitchen.org.

St. Cecilia Chamber Choir holding auditions

St. Cecilia Chamber Choir is holding auditions for tenors and basses as they begin preparing for May 17 and 18 concerts. Sopranos and altos may join the waiting list. The concerts will feature Kodály Missa Brevis, Britten Rejoice in the Lamb, and a potpourri of other works, old and new. To schedule an audition, email audition@ceciliachoir.org.

Singers wishing to audition should have good vocal control, and sopranos and altos should be able to sing without vibrato. The ability to read music is preferred, but those who cannot read may participate by spending extra time learning the music at home with the aid of provided practice materials.

Rehearsals resume on January 15, and are Wednesday evenings 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at St. Andrew’s Church, on Glidden Street, in Newcastle. For more information about the Choir, please visit facebook.com/stceciliachamberchoir and ceciliachoir.org.

Winslow Community Cupboard Food Pantry to benefit from indoor yard sale

Sheepscot Chorus invites singers

Sheepscot Chorus invites you to sing Bob Chilcott’s A Little Jazz Mass, and arrangements of folk songs by Vaughan Williams, Holst, Grainger, and others. A Little Jazz Mass is an innovative choral work that blends traditional liturgical text with the rhythmic and harmonic flavors of jazz. It is one of Chilcott’s most celebrated and popular choral works, and has received many performances across the world, including at St Paul’s Cathedral, London.

The chorus resumes rehearsals on Tuesday, January 14, at 7 p.m., at the First Congregational Church, in Wiscasset, next to the Wiscasset District Court. Rehearsals will continue on Tuesdays in preparation for the concerts on April 12 and 13. No audition is required.

To register, simply come to a Tuesday rehearsal. For more information, send a message to info@sheepscotvalleychorus.org, or visit facebook.com/sheepscotchorus and sheepscotvalleychorus.org.

KV Chamber to hold Women’s Network luncheon

China Lake ice fishing derby

Baked beans and hot dogs public supper event

On-going EVENTS

Senior Day in China

CHINA – Senior Day is held every Wednesday, from 10 a.m. – noon, in the portable building at the China Town Office. Residents of other area towns are welcome to join in the fun and camaraderie.

Indoor walking in China

So. China Legion Post meetings

SOUTH CHINA – American Legion Boynton/Webber Post #179, in South China, meeting every third Tuesday, at 5:30 p.m., at the South China hall. FMI call or text Neil at 462-4321.

Monthly breakfast at SCCC

Homemade breakfast every second Saturday from 8 – 10:30 a.m., at South China Community Church, 246 Village St., South China. Eggs, bacon, pancakes with Maine maple syrup, biscuits and sausage gravy, muffins and pastries, fresh fruit, orange juice, coffee/tea. $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12. Take-out available.

Mother’s Circle in Vassalboro

Senior cribbage in Vassalboro

VASSALBORO – The Vassalboro Recreation Department hosts Senior Cribbage every Wednesday, from 1 – 3 p.m., in the town office board room. Anyone who wants to play is invited. Coffee and snacks provided. FMI, khatch@vassalboro.net.

Senior luncheon every second Wed.

VASSALBORO – Welcome to all and come join us when we serve Senior Luncheons on the second Wednesday of every month at 11:30 a.m. This event is sponsored by the Vassalboro Recreation Department and held at the Vassalboro United Methodist Church, at 614 Main Street, in Vassalboro. Soups, salads, rolls, and desserts will be served. Some menu changes may take place from time to time to whet your appetites. Come join friends and make new ones. Donations are appreciated. See you soon and hopefully every second Wednesday thereafter.

Farmers Market has moved indoors

Monthly public suppers at VUM Church

VASSALBORO – The Vassalboro United Methodist Church, located at 614 Main Street, Vassalboro, will hold public suppers every third Saturday through October from 4:30 to 6 p.m., for a monthly sit-down meal. They will be serving baked beans, hot dogs, rolls, chop suey or spaghetti, macaroni & cheese, a few casseroles, pies and possibly other sweet goodies for dessert. All for $10. Bring a friend and make new ones while you fill your tummies.

American Legion Post #51 meetings

OAKLAND – American Legion Post #51, Oakland meetings, American Legion Post #51, every fourth Monday, 6 p.m.

Auxiliary every first Monday, 6 p.m.

Riders, second Monday, 6 p.m.

SAL every third Monday, 7 p.m.

All members are encouraged to attend.

Two local square dance clubs to offer beginner square dance lessons this fall

The Central Maine Square Dance Club, of Watervillle, hold lessons on Tuesdays, at the George Mitchell School, on Dutton St., in Waterville. Also, the Ridge Ramblers, of St. Albans, hold their lessons Wednesdays, at the Jonathan Bowman Center, on Hartland Ave., in St. Albans.

The lessons will run from 6:30 to 8 p.m., each night at a cost of $5 per person, per lesson.

The classes are structured for the very beginner and those who have danced before and want to return to this popular activity. Presented in a relaxed, easy setting with an emphasis on learning and having fun. For more information on either class call Bob Brown @ 447-0094.

Cribbage/Scrabble in Liberty

The Liberty Library hosts Cribbage every Monday, at 1 p.m., at the library, located at 59 Main St. Anyone who wants to play is invited. Bring your board and cards if you have them.

The Liberty Library hosts Scrabble every Thursday at 4 p.m. Anyone who wants to play is invited. Bring your board if you have one.

Bingo every Sunday in Madison

MADISON – Madison American Legion Bingo will be held every Sunday in the lower level of Somerset Abby, 98 Main Street, Madison. Entrance is the lower door facing Main Street. Doors open at noon, games start at 2 p.m. Kitchen will be open. No outside food or drinks are allowed. FMI: call Gina at 696-4946.

Cribbage Partners in Madison

Cribbage Partners, in Madison, hosted by Madison American Legion Post #39, is now held on Wednesdays, at 6:30 p.m., at Madison VFW, 58 Preble Avenue, Madison: $7 to play, payout to the top three players and high hand, 50/50 raffle. FMI: call Barbara at 207-578-0261.

Cornhole played on Tuesdays in Madison

Cornhole tournaments, hosted by Madison American Legion Post #39, take place every Tuesday, at Somerset Abby, 98 Main St., Madison. Sign up at 6:30 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. $10 per person, 100 percent payout. Bags are available or bring your own. Airmail raffle every week. FMI: call Mark at 207-431-4663.

Legion Post #5 meetings

WATERVILLE – Bourque-Lanigan American Legion Post #5, Waterville, meets monthly on the second Monday of each month at 5 p.m., at 120 Drummond Ave., Waterville. All veterans are welcome to attend the meetings.

A selection of local images at Gibbs Library

A Selection of Very Local Images, photographs by David Spahr, will be on exhibit September through October, at the Gibbs Libary, located at 40 Old Union Rd., in Washington Village. Hours are Monday 4 – 7 p.m., Tues., 9 a.m. – noon, and 4 – 7 p.m., Wed., 3 – 6 p.m., Thurs. and Sat., 9 a.m. – noon.

Chelsea Age Friendly meetings

CHELSEA – The Chelsea Age Friendly meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Chelsea Town Office.

Unity Parkinson’s Support Group

UNITY – Unity Area Parkinson’s Support Group for Parkinson’s Patients and Caregivers, meets the third Monday of the month from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., on ZOOM November through February; and March through October, at Unity Community Center, 32 School Street, Unity. Come for information, support, encouragement, and helpful tips on living with Parkinson’s disease. Free and informal. For more information, call Eleanor at 948-2437 or email: dogisland52@gmail.com.

Singing group seeks new members

Maine-ly Harmony is a women’s a capella chorus singing in the barbershop style. If you love to sing, they’d love to share their voices with you each Wednesday, at the Randolph Methodist Church, 16 Asbury St., Randolph, from 6:30-9 p.m. Contact: becombs@comcast.net.

Upcoming events at Ecology Learning Center

Goodnight Moonshine

Lithgow library events

Lithgow Library is located at 45 Winthrop Street, in Augusta. For more information, please call the library at (207) 626-2415 or visit our website at www.lithgowlibrary.org.

Lithgow Cribbage Club

AUGUSTA – Enjoy a fun time with other local cribbage players at the Lithgow Library, in the Board Room, every Friday from 1 – 4 p.m. This program is free, and players of all ages and abilities are welcome. Boards, pegs and cards are provided.

Freedom from Smoking

Open play board games