FREEPORT — A public supper is on the calendar for Saturday at First Parish Church. The menu for the 5 p.m. meal includes three kinds of beans, chop suey, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, hot dogs, rolls, desserts and beverages. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children. For more information, call 865-6022. The […]
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Owe it to my mom; thanks
When I was in my teens my staunchly Methodist mother said, “I’m sure I could experience God in any worship space of any tradition.” This surprised me. My church youth group had Jewish, Unitarian (this was before the Unitarians and Universalists merged in 1961), Roman Catholic, Presbyterian and other guest speakers who explained their traditions […]
Students give LACO $500 boost
LISBON — Members of the Lisbon High School Interact Club recently presented a $500 check to co-director Carol Day of the Lisbon Area Christian Outreach (LACO). The donation was made possible through the Club’s WCSH6 Teens Who Care $2,000 Award. Students completed 21 local projects and contributed more than 4,000 hours of community service. LACO […]
Bowdoin squads in NESCAC action
BRUNSWICK — It’s that time of the year, as Bowdoin College athletic squads get set for New England Small College Athletic Conference tournaments as another season winds down. The Polar Bears are well-represented, with men’s lacrosse heading to the NESCAC semifinals along with the softball squad, while both the men’s and women’s tennis teams are […]
Spring tea not just for the ladies
TOPSHAM — Mid-Coast Presbyterian Church, 84 Main St., will host its second annual Spring Tea on Saturday. There will be two seatings, from noon to 2 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. The menu will feature assorted finger sandwiches, white cheddar scones, grapefruit curd and herbal butter. “A variety of delectable desserts and featured teas […]
Shape note singing set at Portland church
PORTLAND — A free shape note singing session is planned on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at The New Church, 302 Stevens Ave. An introduction for beginners is planned from 1 to 1:30 p.m. This four-part singing tradition, also known as sacred harp singing, originated in 18th century New England. It features robust harmony […]
Scouts serving up spaghetti for supper
TOPSHAM — Cub Scout Pack 646 will be hosting a spaghetti dinner on Saturday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Mid- Coast Presbyterian Church. The cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children. All proceeds will go to Pack 646 to be used to support Scouting activities. The church is located at 84 Main […]
Mac and cheese, beans on the menu
FREEPORT — A public supper is on the calendar for May 12 at First Parish Church. The menu for the 5 p.m. meal includes three kinds of beans, chop suey, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, hot dogs, rolls, desserts and beverages. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children. For more information, call 865-6022. […]
Lisbon church plans plant and bake sale
LISBON — Lisbon United Methodist Church is planning its annual plant and bake sale on May 19 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. People are encouraged to “come and purchase that justright plant for that special spot,” according to a news release. There will also be lots of “goodies” on sale in the church dining […]
W.I.S.E. program set to follow luncheon
BATH — The United Methodist Women will host a potluck luncheon and guest speaker at the Bath United Methodist Church, 340 Oak Grove Ave., on Tuesday. Lunch will begin at 11:30 a.m. Following the meal, special guest Lynn Kennard will speak to the group about her involvement with W.I.S.E., “Women’s Initiatives that Strengthen and Empower,” […]