Jesse Reynolds and Kim Nappi purchase trees for those in need to give back to their community.
Christmas 2021
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Westbrook priest’s huge collection of Nativity scenes from around the world goes on display
Nearly 100 creches in a range of styles will be shown at St. Hyacinth’s Church on Friday and Saturday and many will be available for purchase.
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Helping others is in the cards for three middle schoolers
A fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House and Salvation Army created by three girls from Falmouth and Yarmouth includes delivering season’s greetings to local seniors.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly
Through My Lens: There will be no gifts this Christmas for those affected by climate crisis
The past few weeks had been challenging, as I had to decide between buying gifts for family and friends in Maine or sending donations to support my family and friends who are ravaged by serious water and food shortages. The recent droughts that hit parts of Somalia and Kenya are affecting 2.3 million people and […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly
Mainewhile: Think outside the box to foster holiday togetherness
Does anyone really need to know the full and detailed genetic makeup of their dog? I mean, average family pet owners have a dog of mixed parentage. Do any of us really need to swab their saliva and send it off for a full workup? I would argue not. In fact, it might be that […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Give from the heart with works of original, local art
Buying for art lovers can be intimidating, but these tips and gift ideas will help.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Big hats, high spirits: Christmas Prelude returns for 40th year
Throngs of people – both masked and unmasked – crowd sidewalks, Kennebunkport’s village square and local businesses Saturday. The event is marked by s’mores, campfires, live music in bars and may other festivities.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Sande’s Picks: Create memorable moments with unique gifts of food
Food and beverage gifts are perfect and fun for the holidays – not so much for the items themselves but for the experiences and memories they provide. I think the most special food gift is a record of your family’s food history through recipes, stories and memories. Several years ago, I purchased a three-ring binder […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Inside Bridgton: Dec. 3
Christmas card contest winner Holiday festivities include Santa Shuffle, parade, craft fair Bridgton is kicking off the festive season with a variety of events Saturday, Dec. 4. At 8 a.m. the 5K Santa Shuffle will start and a Kids Fun Run will begin at 9 a.m. to raise funds for Bridge Crossing Academy on Wayside Avenue. […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Inside Windham: Dec. 3
Read along with ‘The Maine Christmas Song’ If you’re a fan of “The Maine Christmas Song” by Con Fullam, of Windham, you’ll be happy to know that there is a new children’s book that uses the lyrics in the song to tell the story, which is available in bookstores now, just in time for Christmas. […]