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Explore an Old-Fashioned Farming Community

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One might not be able to ride one’s horse from farm to farm, but one can experience an old-fashioned farming community on June 30, when the Somerville Farmers’ Network hosts its fourth annual Open Farm Day. Between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., five local farms, all within 10 miles of each other, are welcoming the public to experience their unique brand of neighborliness.

Pancake Breakfast in Edgecomb

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The Edgecomb Fire Department, located on 473 Boothbay Road in Edgecomb, will have a pancake breakfast on Saturday, June 29 from 7-11 a.m. The cost of the breakfast is by donation only.

Congregational Church of Bristol Family Fun Fair

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This year, the Family Fun Fair at the Congregational Church of Bristol will be held on Saturday, June 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is an annual event that the church has held for many years. Proceeds from the event help support the church’s missions to local charities.

Shettleworth to Talk on Civil War Photography

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Between 1861 and 1865, Maine sent more than 70,000 troops to fight in the Civil War. The many photographs taken on both the home front and the battlefront comprise a major visual record of the conflict.

CLC Y to Host Back to Summer Block Party June 14

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The Central Lincoln County YMCA is kicking off summer with a new Back to Summer Block Party from 5:30-8 p.m. on Friday, June 14, open to all in the community. This will be a free family event promoting active families and getting outdoors.

Waldoboro Day Happenings

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This year’s theme of Waldoboro Day, Saturday, June 15, is “Celebrate the Future of Waldoboro” and it is hoped that there will be some creative float additions of ideas for the future. What exciting things might exist in Waldoboro 10, 20, or 30 years from now?

Celebrate Dairy Month June 9 on Maine Cheese Trail

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Imagine a world without dairy: no butter on one’s biscuit, no cheese on pasta, no yogurt in a smoothie, no ice cream in one’s cone. Join the farms in the Midcoast Cheese Trail to celebrate Dairy Month on Sunday, June 9.

Free Fishing Weekend is June 1 and 2

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This weekend is Maine’s free fishing weekend and the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife is encouraging everyone to get outside and enjoy a day fishing with family or friends on one of Maine’s many waters.

Stock Up on Summer Reading at Broad Bay Book Sale

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For those wanting to stock up on summer reading, or perhaps purchase books for friends and family, Broad Bay Congregational Church has the opportunity. On Friday and Saturday, June 7 and June 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the church will hold a book and bake sale, featuring a cafe area in which to chat, browse through potential purchases, or enjoy books just bought.

Camino de Santiago Talk At June 4 Chats Event

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On Tuesday, June 4 at 10 a.m., in Skidompha Library’s Porter Meeting Hall for Chats with Champions guest Peter Kinney will describe his walk on the Camino de Santiago in Europe.

Skidompha to Host Workshop on U.S. Special Census Research

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Skidompha Library will host a special one-hour program about U.S. special census nonpopulation schedules. This program will take place in Skidompha’s Porter Hall on Wednesday, May 22 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Skidompha is located at 184 Main St., Damariscotta.


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