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IN THE WEEKS AHEAD...

ART, EXHIBITS, MUSIC, THEATRE

Just Us Chickens, an artist cooperative at 29Government St. in beautiful Downtown Kittery has openings for a few more artists. They will be accepting samples for jurying on Saturday, Nov. 18, at the store. FMI: 439-4209.

Louise Gerstenblatt Originals at the Candleshop Inn in York Beach on Saturday, Nov. 18. A pre-Holiday showing of Louise Gerstenblatt's beautiful handcrafted original jewelry, For the last ten years, she's taken many classes with various metal artists and discovered that she had some real talent for designing and executing her ideas. Her work has been displayed in galleries and at art shows. A relative newcomer to York, Louise designs and creates jewelry from her home studio. At 80, she feels blessed to have met so many other wonderful jewelry artists and has found a new direction that stimulates her to keep learning. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: 361-4288 or email LGOriginal@aol.com.

Nubble Lighthouse Keepers Square Dance Club, a tax-free organization serving the Kennebunk/Wells/Ogunquit/York/Portsmouth area, announces its winter schedule. Singles, couples and families are welcome. Classes continue Nov. 12, 19, 26; Dec. 10; Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 15, 22, 29, and May 13, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. All dances held at the Wells Activity Center, Sanford Road/Route 109 off Route 1 in Wells. The center has wooden floors and is air conditioned. Wear soft-soled shoes, please. FMI: call 985-8521, 641-9954 or 363-2774.

"One, Two, Three" at Heartwood College of Art is a silent auction of high-quality artwork to benefit the college continuing through Nov. 10. The auction will feature 123 pieces of art with starting bids of $123 that may be bid up in $10 increments. Bidders simply purchase a bidding number, view the artwork to be auctioned, and leave a bid (or phone one in to Heartwood) on their favorite pieces. The silent auction will end with a Closing Party on Friday, Nov. 10, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Bid numbers cost $10 and include a raffle ticket for great prizes and a Stuart Nudelman poster. FMI: 985-0985 or visit www.heartwoodcollegeofart.org.

Pontine Theatre in Portsmouth, N.H., offers an array of public events for the weeks and months ahead. FMI about this or other Pontine events call (603) 436-6660 or e-mail info@pontine.org.

York Readers Theatre will present William Nicholson's "Retreat from Moscow" in the Meeting Room Theater at the York Public Library on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17 and 18, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 19, at 3 p.m. FMI: 363-2818.

EVENTS

Altrusa Fundraiser Ham and Bean Supper will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Norma's Restaurant on Route 1. The meal also includes steamed brown bread, coleslaw, coffee and beverages and homemade pie. The price is $7 for adults, $4 for children with proceeds to benefit local charities, food pantries, autistic children and other causes.

Hospice of York Candlelight Service will celebrate the lives of those we've loved and lost. A special candlelight service of remembrance with music provided by Gina Branagan Connolly, Richard Leigh and Todd Richard will take place on Sunday, Nov. 19, from 2 to 2:45 p.m. at the First Parish Church. Refreshments will follow and all are welcome. FMI: 363-7000.

The International Women's Club of New England International Holiday Fair will be held at York Middle School on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is our largest fair ever and offers gifts from around the world, New England crafts, antiques and jewelry. You may also win wonderful prizes in our raffle, buy arrangements for your holiday table, and enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch. The International Women's Club of New England is a group of 120 women from diverse backgrounds who raise money for charities for women and children.

Internationally-known Author at UpSurf.net on Nov. 16 from 3 to 6 p.m. Meet the internationally recognized author who was on Montel Williams lecturing on how to be safe on the Internet. Her two editions of "Net Crimes and Misdemeanors" stemmed from personal experiences of having a cyberstalker stealing her personal information. FMI: 363-4181 e-mail GetConnected@upsurf.net.

The Maine School of Science and Mathematics (MSSM), a member of the National Consortium for Specialized Secondary Schools of Mathematics, Science and Technology and Maine's only public residential magnet chartered school, is hosting visiting days for current high school freshmen and sophomores on Nov. 9 and 10. To reserve a space for the visiting days or to request an application for admission, call (800) 325-4484 or visit the MSSM website at www.mssm.org.

Milk Masterpiece Carton Design Contest continues through Nov. 17. Garelick Farms is inviting young artists to create commemorative designs depicting "Why My School is Important to Me." Seven winning designs across seven states, including Maine, will be selected. The entry deadline is Nov. 17 and each contest winner will have his or her design featured on Garelick Farms cartons in early 2007 and receive a year's worth of Garelick Farms milk for his or her family. In addition, each winner's art teacher will receive $500 to use toward art supplies. FMI: visit www.garelickfarms.com.

The Moquin Family's Festival of Trees will be held at the St. Aspinquid Masonic Lodge during this year's Festival of Lights Celebration in December. Entry forms for all trees must be completed no later than Nov. 21. FMI: Janalee @ 361-2116 or e-mail janaleemoquin8@yahoo.com. Please include "Festival of Trees" in your e-mail subject line.

The Old York Garden Club invites the public to its next meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 1 p.m. at the First Parish Fellowship Hall in York. The program, "Welcome Home for the Holiday Season," will be presented by Diane Bullock, a York resident who has been involved with garden clubs at many levels for many years. She will create unique holiday designs starting with the "mechanics" for both education and enjoyment. Items will be raffled. The program is free of charge.

Remembrances of Wartime, the second installment in a two-part Brown Bag Lunch series in honor of Veterans Day, will be held at the York Public Library on Nov. 14 at noon. These Brown Bag Lectures are co-sponsored by the York Public Library and the Old York Historical Society. Bring a lunch to enjoy during the program. OYHS will supply a beverage.

Rick Charette and the Bubblegum Band to perform an annual Holiday Concert on Nov. 26 at 2 p.m. at Thornton Academy in Saco for the Child Abuse Prevention Council of York County. They will perform interactive and upbeat rhythms that are bound to have kids and parents dancing and singing along. After 16 performances for this annual event, this is the first time admission is free thanks to many sponsors. Mr. and Mrs. Claus, along with other costumed friends, will also attend this concert, making it the place to be! FMI: www.kidsfreetogrow.org.

St. George's Episcopal Church Outreach Program Benefit Auction will be held on Nov. 10 with the preview at 5:30 p.m. and the auction at 6:30 p.m. at Foster's Clambake Pavilion on Axholme Road. The event will also feature favorite treats from Maude Hutchins. All funds raised will be given to local agencies helping those less fortunate. Come join the fun. FMI: 363-7376.

Skate for the Playground Family Roller Skate Night will be held Nov. 17 at Roller Skate Newington from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. to benefit the York Parks and Recreation Department's new Bog Road Community Playground and Benjamin Park. The cost is $4.50 per person and includes roller skates. All are welcome. FMI: 363-1040.

The York High School Annual Poinsettia Sale is being sponsored once again by the York High School Music Boosters. Orders will be taken through Tuesday, Nov. 28. The cost per poinsettia is $8 each. The red and white poinsettias can be ordered by calling York High School at 363-3621. The poinsettias can be picked up at the York High School Auditorium between 9 a.m. and noon on Saturday, Dec. 2, or delivery may be requested when ordering.

ONGOING...

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Catapult is the Seacoast's first networking group specifically dedicated to young professionals. Catapult is a nonprofit organization, and membership is free. FMI: www.catapultseacoast.org.

Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women, a nationally known non-profit organization, is looking for volunteers to assist victims of intimate partner violence. Volunteers are needed to cover the organization's toll-free crisis line and ull training is offered. You may answer calls right from your home on weekdays, nights, weekends and/or holidays. The training is 40 hours and will consist of online and teleconferencing sessions. Volunteers must have access to a computer with an Internet connection. FMI: call (866) 786-0758 or e-mail communityresourcecoord@dahmw.org.

Home Schooling Club offers a chance to meet, socialize, have fun and take field trips with others from the community who home school just like you! Attend all of the activities or simply pick and choose from the calendar of events and activities. No commitment is required and all home schooled children are welcome to attend with their families. November events include, on Nov. 10, Nature Rocks from 1 to 2 p.m. at the White Pine Program located at 330 Mountain Road in Cape Neddick for a tour of this nature-based learning facility. On Nov. 17, from 1 to 3 p.m., meet at the York Public Library Children's Area for game time galore. Sunday, Nov. 19, come and help make a difference from 4 to 6 p.m. while joining volunteers from across the community at St. Christopher's Church working together with others from the community sorting items for York Community Service Association's annual Thanksgiving Food Baskets. FMI and to register, call Janalee at 361-2116.

York Lions Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Grant House, Route 1, York, at 7 p.m. and all are welcome. FMI: 363-7382.

ENRICHMENT

1, 2, 3 Play at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line is a program for children three and under from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays. This is a hands-on, active age and so is this group. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org

Daddy and Meis a dynamic, monthly program is held exclusively for fathers with young children ages birth to eight years the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line Please call the center by the first of each month to register for this unique program. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org

Heartwood College of Art offers an array of classes. FMI call Heartwood College of Art at 985-0985 or visit www.heartwoodcollegeofart.org.

Holiday Art lets you create your own ornaments and gifts for someone special at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line. Registration begins Nov. 29. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org.

Kindergym is offered by York Parks and Recreation Department and no pre-registration is required. The cost is $4 per child/$6 per family per visit. Kindergym is held at Blueberry Hill on Route 1 on Friday mornings from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. This program is ongoing. We're looking for children who are walking up to age 3 to bring their parents along to our Kindergym program! This is an opportunity for the parent and child to engage in activities geared toward coordination, mobility and large motor skill development. It will also be a great social atmosphere for children and parents alike. This will be a wonderful bonding time for you and your child. FMI: 363-1040.

Math Fun lets you discover new ways to incorporate math skills into everyday play and cooking at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org.

Music and Movement, a monthly program for children ages 2 to 6, meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the Children's Room at the York Public Library. This free parent-child class, held from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m., and taught by Michelle Franey of South Berwick, will focus on developing both musical and social skills, with emphasis on moving to the beat and learning traditional songs. FMI: 363-2818.

Parent and Child Together Series at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line offers many family favorites including Creative Art for ages three and under and Sing, Wiggle & Giggle, which combines all the favorites from creative movement and family music in a new, interactive and fun program. FMI on registration, scholarships and prices, call the Family Resource Center at 451-9291 or visit www.connectingfamiliestogether.org.

Play and Grow, a free multi-age playgroup, meets on Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line. This program engages both the parent and the child in an age-appropriate activity to promote the child's development, parent support and parent networking. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org.

Talk-A Bye Baby at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line meets Wednesdays for parents with babies up to one year old that meets from 11:30a.m to 1 p.m. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org

HEALTH

NIA at Yoga on York is offered every Tuesday morning from 9 to 10 a.m. NIA is a fitness fusion exercise class that blends dance arts and martial arts together with fabulous music for a great workout. No dance experience necessary is necessary. NIA is easy to follow and appropriate for all ages and levels of fitness. Come give NIA a try. Your first class is FREE. It is pure joy and health in motion. "Through Movement We Find Health." FMI: call 363-YOGA or visit www.yogaonyork.com.

York Hospital's Yoga Center at the Heart Health Institute offers yoga classes for all abilities. Seated yoga for those with limited mobility is offered as well. Instructor Sundie Gentry is one of only eight yoga instructors in the state to be credentialed and certified by the Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States. For new participants, the first class is free. For class times and registration, call 351-3700.

PUBLIC MEALS

Coffee Shop at the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center is open Monday through Friday, 9 to 11 a.m., serving regular or decaf coffee, pastries, Congdon's and Dunkin' Donuts, and their own blueberry muffins for $1.50. Thursday's Coffee Club occasionally has a guest speaker.

SUPPORT

Hospice of York's Living with Loss weekly bereavement support group is free of charge, and you need not have had a loved one serviced by Hospice. Hospice of York encourages pre-registration; however, you may attend any or all of the classes as you see fit. The three-week holiday session will be held on Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 and 14; t he winter session is set for Jan. 4 through 25, Feb. 1 through 22, and March 1 and 8, and the spring session will be held on March 29, April 5 through 26, and May 3 through 31. All sessions are held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the basement conference room of Medical Office Building 16 on the grounds of York Hospital. FMI: call 363-7000.

Support Victims of Domestic Violence by collecting old cell phones and ink jet cartridges and mailing them to the Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women free of charge. The Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women provides crisis intervention and support services to all victims of domestic violence and their families. Proceeds from this program will help the organization continue to provide services as well as support the 24-hour hotline. Contact Regional Coordinator Jan Brown at (866) 786-0758 or dahmwdirector@gmail.com for program details.

The York Hospital Breast Cancer Survivor Group, which meets the third Monday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Ellis Conference Room at York Hospital, welcomes new members. Those who attend survivor groups cope better, heal more quickly and live longer. New members, whether or not their treatment was at York Hospital, are invited to come to the meetings and be with women who share their story. Friends are welcome too. During these meetings the members share information, coping tips and strategies, explore complimentary therapies, hear guest speakers, support each other, experience sisterhood, plan the Annual Walk for Hope and celebrate living.

WORSHIP SERVICES

Baha'i Faith holds Sunday morning devotional meetings and fellowship. FMI: 363-4591 or 361-1722.

Cape Neddick Baptist Church's Sunday school is at 9 a.m. for all ages; 10:15 a.m. for worship service and junior church, nursery for toddlers. Tuesday is Women's Home Bible Study from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Prayer Service is at 7 p.m. FMI: 363-3566 or www.cape-neddick-baptist.org.

First Parish Congregational Church's worship services are at 9 and 10:45 a.m. FMI: 363-3758 or www.firstparishyork.org.

Ogunquit Baptist Church's Sunday service is at 10:30 a.m. FMI: 646-2160.

St. Christopher's Catholic Church holds Masses on Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. FMI: Rose Cronin at 363-4177 and leave name and number for a return call.

St. George's Episcopal Church's schedule is Sunday at 7:45 a.m. for Holy Eucharist, Rite II, spoken; 9 a.m. for Family Eucharist service; 9:45 a.m. for church school; 10 a.m. fir spiritual formation for adults, and 11 a.m. for Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with music. Tuesday at 9 a.m. is silent prayer; 9:15 a.m. is Morning Prayer. Thursday at 10 a.m. is Holy Eucharist with healing optional. FMI: e-mail office@stgeorgesyorkharbor.org or visit www.stgeorgesyorkharbor.org.

Union Congregational Church offers weekly worship services. FMI: 363-4821.

United Methodist of York/Ogunquit worship and Sunday school are at 10:30 a.m. Fellowship and coffee hour follow the service, with nursery provided during the service. FMI: 363-2749.

York Street Baptist Church's Sunday Worship Service is at 9 a.m. with fellowship time in the gym at 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages is at 10:45 a.m. Evening service is at 6 p.m. AWANA Youth Program is at 5 p.m., October through April. FMI: 363-2177.


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