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Dr. Peter Rand of Maine Medical Center Lyme Disease Research Lab picks up a tick in December 2024 as part of research. Maine CDC Field Epidemiologist Stacie Poulin is presenting a discussion about tick-borne illnesses virtually through MECollab and local libraries at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 25. Sign up at falmouthmemoriallibrary.org. File photo / Gordon Chibroski

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Friday 3/21

The Pretty Great Spelling Bee: 7 p.m., SPACE, 538 Congress St., Portland. Registration open only in advance. $16 advance for audience, $20 at door. Contact: space538.org

Saturday 3/22

Yarmouth Historical Society book fair: Noon to 2 p.m., Yarmouth Historical Society, 118 East Elm St. Meet local authors and poets and a representative from Fight Coffee, a group formed to combat human trafficking. Contact: 272-7368 or paperbackwriterbiz@gmail.com

Saturday 3/22 & Sunday 3/23

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Premiere of “FIRE!” by ChoralArt: 2 p.m., presentation of ChoralArt’s largest commissioned work, inspired by Portland’s Great Fire of 1866, with music and speakers. Woodfords Congregational Church, 202 Woodford St., Portland. $29-$39 advance, $34-$44 at door, free children under 12 and students with ticket required. choralart.org

Ongoing

Adult chess drop-in: 3 p.m., Saturdays. Bring a chess board if you have one. Prince Memorial Library, 266 Main St., Cumberland. Contact: princememorial.org

Bath ReStore: 1 Chandler Drive. 504-9340. Contact: habitat7rivers.org

Bellows Supportive Screaming Group: 7 p.m., second Friday, East End Beach, Portland; fourth Friday, Kettle Cove, Cape Elizabeth. Contact: renewcounselingme@gmail.com

Bingo: 7 p.m., Mondays, Maine Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6859, 687 Forest Ave., Portland. Contact: facebook.com/vfwportlandmaine

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Career Center Services: 1-4 p.m., first and third Mondays, Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road. Book an appointment at 883-4723, option 4, or email askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org. Contact: scarboroughlibrary.org

Citizens Climate Lobby Portland Chapter: 9 a.m., second Saturday, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 133 Pleasant St., Portland. Contact: portlandme@citizensclimatelobby.org or visit citizensclimatelobbymaine.weebly.com

Conversational Spanish Group: Noon, Thursdays, South Portland Public Library, 482 Broadway. Open to all skill levels. Register at southportlandlibrary.com

Cribbage games: 5:45-8 p.m., Tuesdays, Scarborough Lions Club, 273 Gorham Road, Scarborough. Free. 239-2836

Critical Home Repair program: For low-income homeowners in Cumberland County. Contact: habitatportlandme.org and habitat7rivers.org

Drawing drop-ins: 4:30-7 p.m. Sunday, 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Maine Drawing Exchange, 39 Exchange St., Portland. Contact: portlandrawingroup.com

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Freeport American Legion: 5:30 p.m., second Thursday, Freeport Masonic Lodge, 33 Mallett Drive. Contact: mainepost83@gmail.com

French Conversation Group: 5:30 p.m., multiple locations: first Wednesday at Baxter Memorial Library in Gorham, second Wednesday at Falmouth Memorial Library, fourth Thursday at Scarborough Memorial Library. Contact: events@falmouthmemoriallibrary.org; askSPL@scarboroughlibray.org

Irish set dancing: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, Yarmouth Community House, 179 East Main St. Contact: 329-3345

Maine Irish Heritage Trail: Self-guided historical Portland and South Portland tours, map at maineirishheritagetrail.org

Portland ReStore: 659 Warren Ave. 221-0047. Contact: restoreportlandmaine.org

Scarborough 55-plus Games and Gather: Coffee, snacks and games, 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays and Fridays, Scarborough Community Services Hub, 418 Payne Road. Free, no registration necessary. Contact: scarboroughmaine.org

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Senior Bingo: Noon, Mondays, Scarborough Community Services Hub, 418 Payne Road. 55-plus, $2 at door, no registration necessary. Contact: scarboroughmaine.org

Stump Trivia: 7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Sea Dog Brewing Co., 3 Cabela Boulevard, Scarborough; and 6 p.m., Wednesdays, 125 Western Ave., Portland. Contact: sporcle.com/events

Crafting

Wednesday 3/26

Abstract collage workshop: Materials provided but participants can bring their own, 6-8 p.m., Oxbow Blending and Bottling, 49 Washington St., Portland. $35 paid at door, advance registration required. Contact: oxbowbeer.com

Friday 3/28 & Saturday 3/29

“Transmute, Paper Mache Shape Shifting”: Hosted by Brazen Bandits art collective, making paper mache 2-4:30 p.m. on Friday, decorating 2-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square. Registration required. Contact: portlandlibrary.com

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Ongoing

A Common Yarn: Textile craftsmanship group, 1-3 p.m., Thursdays, Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road. Contact: events@falmouthmemoriallibrary.org

Calico Quilters: 7 p.m., first and third Mondays, 20 Mill St., Yarmouth. Contact: lornahclark@gmail.com

Community Craft Night: Bring a craft or get one for $10, 4-7:30 p.m., Mondays, Freedom’s Edge Cider, 31 Diamond St., Portland. Discounted drinks for crafters. Contact: facebook.com/freedomsedgecider

Library Knitting Group: 10 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, hybrid on Zoom and in-person at Scarborough Public Library. Contact: erowe@scarboroughlibrary.org or call 883-4723, option 5; or visit scarboroughlibrary.org

Pine Point Quilters: 6:30 p.m., first and third Mondays, September-June, Pine Point Firehouse, 12 King St., Scarborough. Contact: lmorrill1953@gmail.com

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Health

Wednesday 3/26

Free blood pressure/sugar screening: Presented by Cape Elizabeth Fire/Rescue Department, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Thomas Memorial Library, 6 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. Registration encouraged. Contact: thomasmemoriallibrary.org

Ongoing

Free Age-Friendly Yoga Class: 10 a.m., Mondays, Freeport Community Services, 53 Depot St., Freeport. Contact: fcsmaine.org

Living Well with Chronic Pain: Group workshop by Healthy Living for Me. Registration required. Contact: 800-620-6036, info@healthylivingforme.org or healthylivingforme.org.

Walk with A Doc: Casual, drop-in monthly walk with Maine Medical Center staff, 4-5 p.m., third Thursday, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center, 22 Bramhall St., Portland. Free. Contact: mainehealth.org/lets-go/lets-go-walk-doc

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YMCA: Free online workout videos at ymcaofsouthernmaine.org/videos and ymca360.org.

Libraries

Ongoing

Chebeague Island Library: 4-8 p.m. Mondays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon Thursdays. 247 South Road, No. 3. Contact: cheblib.wixsite.com/chebeaguelibrary

Falmouth Memorial Library: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, to 7 p.m. Wednesdays. 5 Lunt Road. Contact: falmouthmemoriallibrary.org

Freeport Community Library: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, to 2 p.m. Saturdays. 10 Library Drive. Contact: freeportlibrary.com

Merrill Memorial Library, Yarmouth: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, to 3 p.m. Saturdays. 215 Main St., Yarmouth. Contact: yarmouthlibrary.org

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Prince Memorial Library, Cumberland and North Yarmouth: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 266 Main St., Cumberland. Contact: princememorial.org

Portland Public Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays. 5 Monument Square. Contact: portlandlibrary.com

Scarborough Public Library: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, to 7 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays. 48 Gorham Road. Contact: scarboroughlibrary.org

South Portland Public Library: Main library (482 Broadway) open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, to 8 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays. Branch library (155 Wescott Road) open noon-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays and Sundays. Contact: southportlandlibrary.com

Thomas Memorial Library, Cape Elizabeth: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 6 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. Contact: thomasmemoriallibrary.org

Meals

Fridays 3/21-4/11

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Lenten baked haddock dinner: Hosted by Knights of Columbus Council 2344, 5 p.m., St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 150 Black Point Road, Scarborough. $14, $6 under 12, $33 families. Takeout available. Contact: tomandkarlene@outlook.com

Saturday 3/22

Chicken pot pie supper: 4:30 p.m., Tuttle Road Community Church, 52 Tuttle Road, Cumberland. $10 suggested donation. Takeout available. Contact: 829-3766 or info@tuttleroadchurch.org

Story-Sharing Potluck Supper: Hosted by Community Plate, 5:30-8 p.m., Wescustogo Hall and Community Center, 120 Memorial Highway, North Yarmouth. Free, registration required. Contact: eventbrite.com

Monday 3/24

Deadline to register for senior luncheon: Event takes place at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 27, at Peoples United Methodist Church, 310 Broadway, South Portland. $5. Contact: 233-8870 or rherd65@gmail.com

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Ongoing

Free community dinner: 5:30 p.m., Thursdays, Deering Center Community Church, 4 Brentwood St., Portland. To volunteer, call 773-2423. Contact: deeringcentercommunitychurch.org

Freeport Community Services Food Pantry: In-person shopping 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 55 Depot St., Freeport. Contact: fcsmaine.org

Scarborough Weekly Senior Lunches: 11:30 a.m., Wednesdays, SCS Hub, 418 Payne Road, Scarborough. $8 suggested donation. Contact: scarboroughmaine.org

Souper Supper at St. Mary’s: 5-7 p.m., second and fourth Fridays, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 43 Foreside Road, Falmouth. Free. Contact: smary.org/souper-supper

Parks & Nature

Ongoing

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Explore Scarborough Trails: Explore local trails in Scarborough. Contact: scarboroughmaine.org

Explore South Portland Trails: Explore South Portland’s trails. Contact: southportlandlandtrust.org

Falmouth Land Trust: Guided hikes throughout the year, free. Contact: falmouthlandtrust.org/events

South Portland Land Trust: Outdoor events year-round. Contact: southportlandlandtrust.org

Guided Walks with Freeport Conservation Trust: Freeport Community Services, 53 Depot St., Freeport. Contact: freeportconservationtrust.org

Maine Audubon sanctuaries in Falmouth, Freeport, Scarborough and West Bath: Free and open from dawn to dusk. No pets. Contact: maineaudubon.org/news

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Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife: Information about recreational opportunities, including fishing, riding, hunting, trapping and hiking at mefishwildlife.com.

Natural Resources Council of Maine: Maps to explore the state. Contact: nrcm.org

Scarborough Land Trust: Outdoor educational events for all, year-round. Contact: scarboroughlandtrust.org

Wolfe’s Neck Center in Freeport: Hiking, gardening, workshops and more, free and open from dawn to dusk. Contact: wolfesneck.org

Recreation

Ongoing

American Legion Junior Archery Program: 6 p.m. every other Thursday, American Legion George T. Files Post 20, 1 Columbus Drive, Brunswick. See Facebook page or contact 721-1172 or algtfpost20@gmail.com

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Bicycle safety classes, riding clinics: Bicycle Coalition of Maine, 38 Diamond St., Portland. Free. Contact: bikemaine.org

Maine By Foot: Maps of walking trails throughout Maine, including wheelchair-accessible trails. Can be filtered by town. Contact: mainebyfoot.com

Pickup softball: 1 p.m., Sundays, Payson Park, Portland. All ages and skill levels. For more information, call 808-8559 or email pepsi.epsi33@gmail.com

Tri-Town Penguins Snowmobile Club: Durham, Freeport and Pownal, meets monthly from September to April, 6 p.m., Durham Masonic Lodge (Acacia Lodge), Route 136, Durham. For more information, contact Duncan Daly at 865-6188/713-3116 or Mike Sikorski at 319-7587

Support

Ongoing

Al Anon: Alcohol addiction recovery resources for family members and friends. 1-888-4AL-ANON. Contact: findrecovery.com/alanon_meetings/me

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All-Recovery Meetings: Faith-based support for any recovery, noon Fridays, Portland Recovery Community Center, 102 Bishop St., Portland. Contact: youngpeopleinrecovery.org

Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter: Helpline at 800-272-3900 available 24/7. Contact: alz.org/maine

Dempsey Center: Classes, workshops and groups for cancer patients and others impacted. Free, registration required. Email registration@dempseycenter.org or call 877-336-7287. Contact: dempseycenter.org

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: 8 a.m., Saturdays, 30 Liza Harmon Drive, Westbrook. Additional dates and meetings on Zoom. Contact:  foodaddicts.org

Grief Walks: 6 p.m., first Monday, various locations in Greater Portland. $18. Contact: yogaforyourgrievingheart.com

Health Care and Frontline Workers: Free confidential coaching, wellness workshops and connection groups. 1-800-769-9819, workforceeap.com/strengthenme or email strengthenme@northernlight.org

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Maine Coalition to Fight Prostate Cancer One2One Confidential line: Leave a message at 441-5374 or 1-855-552-7200 ext. 801; a volunteer will call back. Contact: mcfpc.org

Multiple Sclerosis Support Groups: Noon on first Fridays in Yarmouth at Masonic Building (winter) and Royal River Park (summer); 10 a.m. on third Fridays in Portland at New England Rehab on Brighton Avenue. BYO lunch or snack. Free. Contact: cafandconyar@gmail.com

National Alliance on Mental Illness Teen Text Support Line: For ages 13-24, text 207-515-8398, noon-10 p.m. daily. Contact: namimaine.org/teentextline

OUT Maine: Nonprofit serving LGBTQ+ youths, connects at-risk youth with staff via phone and social media. More information at outmaine.org

Overeaters Anonymous: Virtual meetings and in-person locations around the Midcoast. Contact: oamaine.org

Sexual Assault Support Services of Midcoast Maine: Free and private virtual support groups at sassmm.org, or call ​1-800-871-7741

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Stroke Support Group: 5:30 p.m., first Monday, New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland, 335 Brighton Ave. Contact: 662-8428 or laura.young@encompasshealth.com or go to encompasshealth.com

Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Weight loss support group, various locations and online. Contact: 729-6400, tops.org

The Yellow Tulip Project: Support and community for those with mental illnesses, online resources at theyellowtulipproject.org

Volunteer

Ongoing

AARP Driver Safety volunteering: Roles like smart driver instructor, workshop presenter, data manager and more. Contact: aarp.org/volunteer/programs/driver-safety

The Center for Grieving Children: Give back in a meaningful way by becoming a Peer Support Group facilitator in Portland, Sanford or online. Contact: volunteer@cgcmaine.org

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Dempsey Center: Help make life better for people affected by cancer. See needed positions at dempseycenter.org/volunteer

Northern New England Region of the American Red Cross: Review the most urgently needed positions at redcross.org/volunteertoday or contact Volunteer Services at volunteerNNE@redcross.org or 800-464-6692

Puppy raisers and sitters: Maine Region of Guiding Eyes for the Blind has ongoing need for people to teach basic skills and socialize puppies and for puppy sitters. maineregion@guidingeyes.net or visit guidingeyes.org/puppy-raising

Volunteer for hospice: Free training at Affinity Care of Maine’s South Portland office. Contact: 870-7779 or dteague@affinitymaine.com.

Women Build: Habitat for Humanity program to construct affordable housing. Contact: habitatportlandme.org/womenbuild

Workshops/Talks

Saturday 3/22

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“Sleep Solutions for Babies and Toddlers”: Presented by Certified Child Sleep Consultant Zara Jarrett, 10:30 a.m., Thomas Memorial Library, 6 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. Registration required. Contact: thomasmemoriallibrary.org

Monday 3/24

“Health Libertarianism in the Age of COVID”: Presented by Montana State University professor of political science Sara Rushing, 6 p.m., hybrid, UNE campus, Innovation Hall, 716 Stevens Ave., Portland. Free. Contact: une.edu/events

Tuesday 3/25

“Unlocking the Power of AI, a Beginner’s Guide for Business”: 9 a.m., virtual, hosted by SCORE. Free. Contact: score.org/southernmaine

“Sustainability in Portland, Current Efforts for the Future”: Presented by Katie Tims, sustainability associate for the city of Portland, 9:30 a.m., hybrid and at Hannaford Hall, USM campus, 88 Bedford St., Portland. $15. Contact: 780-4406 or usm.maine.edu/olli

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“Frances Perkins, Her Work and View of America”: Presented by retired USM professor of history and gender studies Eileen Eagan, 6:30 p.m., South Portland Public Library, 482 Broadway. Contact: southportlandlibrary.com

“Lyme Disease in Maine”: Presented by Maine CDC Field Epidemiologist Stacie Poulin, 6:30 p.m., virtual via Zoom. Contact: falmouthmemoriallibrary.org

Wednesday 3/26

“Bookkeeping for Small Businesses”: 10 a.m., virtual, hosted by SCORE. Free. Contact: score.org/southernmaine

“Business Bank Loan Application Tips”: Noon, virtual, hosted by SCORE. Free. Contact: score.org/southernmaine

“Prostate Cancer, Reducing the Risk Through Nutrition”: Presented by Judy Donnelly, retired critical care administrator, 3 p.m., virtual. Free. Contact: dempseycenter.org/scheduled-programming/public

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“Building a Resilient Portland”: Presented by Portland Sustainability Director Troy Moon, 5:30 p.m., Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square. Contact: portlandlibrary.com

Thursday 3/27

“To Be or Not To Be a Consultant?”: Noon, virtual, hosted by SCORE. Free. Contact: score.org/southernmaine

“Opening Your Garden in the Spring”: Presented by Cape Elizabeth Garden Club and Natalie Johnson of O’Donal’s Nursery, 6:30 p.m., Thomas Memorial Library, 6 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. Contact: thomasmemoriallibrary.org

Friday 3/28

“Honoring Choice, Maine’s Death With Dignity Act”: Presented by Valerie Lovelace, executive director of Maine Death with Dignity, 11 a.m., virtual. Free. Contact: dempseycenter.org/scheduled-programming/public

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Girl Scouts of Maine guest speaker: Deirdre Clifford, vice president of development for Girl Scouts of Maine, is guest speaker at the Scarborough Kiwanis Club meeting, noon, Cowbell Burger, 185 Route 1, Scarborough. Free. Contact: scarboroughkiwanis2@gmail.com

Through 4/9

AARP tax aide available, Portland: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesdays, Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Way, Portland. Call 518-8579 to make appointment. Contact: portlandlibrary.com

Through 4/11

AARP tax aide available, Falmouth: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Fridays, Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road. Call 518-8579 to make appointment. Contact: falmouthmemoriallibrary.org

Through 4/28

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“Ferris Bueller Fly Tying Club”: Presented by retired L.L.Bean instructor Rod McGarry, 10 a.m.-noon, Mondays, Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road. Contact: falmouthmemoriallibrary.org

Ongoing

Career building, entrepreneurship and money management: Online classes by New Ventures Maine. Free, monthly schedule at newventuresmaine.org/class-schedules

Co-Conspirators Presents “Stories Told Live”: Local storytellers, 7:15 p.m., every first Thursday, Blue, 650A Congress St., Portland. $20. 21-plus. Contact: blueportlandmaine.org

Free college courses: For adult education students through Maine DOE and community college system. bit.ly/3qL5RwC

“From Farm to Table Fare”: Seven-video series about preparing locally sourced cuts from a whole chicken, selecting and grinding cuts of beef, and using prepared beef and chicken in recipes, free at extension.umaine.edu/livestock

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Healthy Living for ME: Classes on a variety of health topics, many are free. Visit healthylivingforme.org for schedule and registration

Interviews with the Irish in Maine: Hosted by Maine Irish Heritage Center on youtube.com

Maine Audubon: Nature and environment classes and workshops, many free. Contact: maineaudubon.org/events

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Organization: Free newsletter at bit.ly/3ef1j9s. Resources and classes at mofga.org

Songwriting Workshop: 6:30-8 p.m., first Tuesday, Thomas Memorial Library, 6 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. Registration closes at noon the day of the workshop. Contact: thomasmemoriallibrary.org

Southern Maine Agency on Aging: Resources, services and education for healthy aging, in-person and remote. Call 396-6500 or email SMAAResource@yarmouth.me.us. Contact: smaaa.org

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Support Maine Wildlife with Native Maine Plants: Maine Audubon online plant finder at mainenativeplants.org for plants best suited for specific sites, provide best ecological function and benefit, and complement the landscape.

Techspresso: Help with technology, 2-3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Merrill Memorial Library, 215 Main St., Yarmouth. Schedule a 15-minute appointment. Sign up at circulation desk or by phone. Contact: yarmouthlibrary.org

Wolfe’s Neck Farm: Educational environmental activities at wolfesneck.org/educational-activities

Work Permit Clinic for Asylum Seekers: Presented by Hope Acts, 10:15 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays, Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square. Free, registration required. Call 207-331-7765 or email miriam@hopeacts.org to make an appointment. Contact: portlandlibrary.com

Youth

Friday 3/21

Maine Education 2050 Student Conversation for Teens: Discuss experiences in school and hopes for the future in small groups, 2:45 p.m., Thomas Memorial Library, 6 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. Registration required. 13-plus. Contact: thomasmemoriallibrary.org

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Monday 3/24

Girl Scouts of Maine signup: For girls in Grades K-3, 4 p.m., Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road. Contact: falmouthmemoriallibrary.org

Friday 3/28

Stuffie Sleepover: Kids ages 5 and up stay overnight at Freeport Community Library, 10 Library Drive. Drop-off 2-4:45 p.m. Friday, pickup 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Saturday. Free. Contact: freeportlibrary.com

Ongoing

Children’s story time: 10:30 a.m., Saturdays, during the school year, Chebeague Island Library, 247 South Road. Contact: cheblib.wixsite.com/chebeaguelibrary

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Creative Movement with Portland School of Ballet: Intro to ballet for ages 4-6, 10:30 a.m., first Saturday, Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square. Contact: portlandlibrary.com

OUT Maine free youth programs: Free youth LGBTQ+ programs, registration required at outmaine.org/programs/youth.

Paws and Read with Therapy Dogs: 3:30-4:30 p.m., Mondays, Freeport Community Library, 10 Library Drive. All ages. Call 865-3307 to sign up for a 15-minute session or go to freeportlibrary.com.

Play Me a Story: Theater performances and workshops for ages 4-10, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Saturdays, Portland Stage, 25A Forest Ave., Portland. $15 for a month, or specific date options. Contact: portlandstage.org

Storytime for Children: Ages 2-5, 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, downtown Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square. Contact: portlandlibrary.com

Storytime with Taylor: 10:15 a.m., Mondays and Thursdays, Freeport Community Library, 10 Library Drive. Contact: freeportmaine.libcal.com

Teen Video Games: 2-6 p.m. Thursdays, 2-5 p.m. Fridays, downtown Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square. Contact: portlandlibrary.com

Storytime at Merrill Memorial Library: 10:15 a.m., Thursdays for toddlers, Fridays for kids all ages, Merrill Memorial Library, 215 Main St., Yarmouth. Contact: yarmouthlibrary.org

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