Everyone’s got their own idea of what truly constitutes the end of summer. There’s an official date, of course, but nobody really goes by that; usually it’s Labor Day that people have in mind, or the day they change out of their palm-tree-speckled Bermuda shorts and into their boring ol’ khakis, ready for a good […]
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An evolution of our English language
I t seems like every time a new word or phrase, especially one from the internet, begins to enter the common vernacular, a hue and cry is sent up over the supposed decline of the English language. Before I get into that, however, consider – when was the last time you said the word “‘tis” […]
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Pirate Party at Wells Public Library
Ahoy, mateys! Pirates of all ages and their families are invited to have a swashbuckling good time with treats, games, and crafts on Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library. For more information, contact Allison Herman at aherman@wellstown.org or by calling the library at […]
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Make the most of gifts to grandchildren
Did you know that National Grandparents Day is less than a week away? While this “day” is not as widely known as Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, it is nonetheless important, as it recognizes the key role that grandparents play. If you are a grandparent yourself, you might expect some cards or phone calls or […]
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ACAR needs more backbones
Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. They save the organization not just money but time as well – time to get many important things done that might not have otherwise been possible. ACAR has various volunteer opportunities. Volunteering is great for the heart and soul – volunteers make wonderful new friends but also […]
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Dance company, musician performing at Ogunquit Performing Arts
Jonny Peiffer and his band, Sojoy, in collaboration with the Annex Contemporary Dance Company and presented by Ogunquit Performing Arts will perform Sept. 16 at 8 p.m. at the Dunaway Center, 23 School St., Ogunquit. Sojoy and the Annex Contemporary Dance Company will combine their artistic talents; their collaboration results in an exhilarating program of […]
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Wells hosting Golf Tournament
The 17th Annual Chuck Cumming Memorial Golf Tournament, hosted by the Wells Rotary Club at Old Marsh Country Club in Wells, will be a “Scramble” format with the Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12. Cost for a foursome is $500 (individual golfer $125) and includes greens fees, cart, goody bag, box lunch, mulligans, […]
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Luncheon taking place Sept. 24
The month luncheon for International Women’s Club of New England will take place at York Harbor Inn. Speakers will be Elissa Kaplan Sentner and Yasmin Alani and their topic will be “Baking Bread, Making Friends.” IWCNE is a nonprofit organization fostering good will and understanding among people from different nations and works year round to […]
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Solar power open house Thursday, Sept. 22
The Dries family will host a solar power open house in their home at 94 Whitten Hill Road, Kennebunkport, from 6-7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join the discussion about solar energy systems and their ability to lower energy bills and reduce traditional fossil fuel emissions. At 6 p.m. there will be a presentation allowing […]
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Crafts show upcoming at Wells Jr. High
The 28th annual Summer Solstice Craft Show will be Sept. 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wells Junior High School.There will be free parking and admission. For more information call 646- 5172 or go to summersolsticecraftshows.com.