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June 8, 2011

Potluck, June 8, 2011

Friday Friday lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Ave., Portland. Haddock chowder: $7; lobster roll: $7; egg salad: $4; other items available; free delivery for 10 or more orders. Mama Mia’s Pasta, Pizza, 5 to 7 p.m., York County Shelter Programs, Dining Commons, Shaker Hill Road, Alfred. Adults: $10; […]
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June 8, 2011

Briefly, June 8, 2011

SCARBOROUGH A COLLECTION of 70 resource books designed to meet the needs of English language learners and adults with low literacy skills was acquired by the Scarborough Public Library. The collection features workbooks, manuals and resources. Similar materials will also be available at the public libraries in Portland, South Portland and Westbrook.The materials were purchased […]
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June 8, 2011

Greater Portland Events, June 8, 2011

PORTLAND DAR plants and books sale The Elizabeth Wadsworth Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is holding its annual plants, books and knick-knacks sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 206 Auburn St. in Portland. For details, call 878-4935. Program aids new families The Kids First Center is offering a […]
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June 8, 2011

Military Notes, June 8, 2011

Army Pfc. Nicholas J. Bryant, son of John and Donna Bryant of Westbrook, recently spent a month in the Mojave Desert at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, Calif. Bryant is a combat medic with the 4th Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss, Texas. He is a 2009 graduate of Westbrook […]
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June 8, 2011

Tour de Cure to raise money to fight Type 1 diabetes

The Tour de Cure in the Kennebunks offers fundraising rides from 3 miles to 100 miles long.

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June 8, 2011

Regional Events, June 8, 2011

CAMDEN Mountain trail set to open An inaugural trail opening of the first section of the Round the Mountain Trail at Ragged Mountain will be held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday featuring guest speaker Olympic Gold Medalist Anna Goodale, informational displays, a virtual tour, inaugural hike and refreshments. The Bald and Ragged Moutain Campaign and […]
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June 8, 2011

Lakes Region: Writing group gears up for summer

Does a computer help you write better? That depends. If you’re entering a lot of data or are editing a lengthy manuscript, it’s probably the tool of choice. But in creative writing a computer can get in the way. At least that’s how one professional sees it. To shed writing blocks and develop their creative […]
Published
June 1, 2011

Juliana L’Heureux: Lise Pelletier recognized by Canadian radio

Lise Pelletier, director of the French Acadian Archives at the University of Maine Fort Kent (UMFK), has been honored for her work by Canadian radio. As a French speaking native of the St. John Valley in New Brunswick Canada, Pelletier admits there was a time when she knew little about her family’s French Acadian culture […]
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June 1, 2011

Briefly Greater Portland, June 1, 2011

PORTLAND REICHE COMMUNITY SCHOOL in Portland received a $5,000 grant to develop a garden at the school. The garden was built last month by the school staff, students and parents. It was designed to complement an outdoor classroom that was constructed last year. Lessons in health, nutrition, math, science, art and sustainable practices will be […]
Published
June 1, 2011

Potluck, June 1, 2011

Friday Friday lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Ave., Portland. Haddock chowder: $7; lobster roll: $7; egg salad: $4; other items available; free delivery for 10 or more orders. Mama Mia’s Pasta, Pizza, 5 to 7 p.m., York County Shelter Programs, Dining Commons, Shaker Hill Road, Alfred. Adults: $10; […]