Calendar
IN THE WEEKS AHEAD...
EVENTS
2007 Maine Beaches Conference will be held June 22 at Southern Maine Community College in South Portland from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Global climate change, rising populations, increased use, new technologies - these are just a few of the changes and developments facing Maine's beaches in the coming decades. The 2007 Maine Beaches Conference offers residents and visitors the opportunity to learn about the future of Maine's changing beaches. There will be talks and presentations in the morning and field trips in the afternoon around South Portland. FMI: http://www.maine.gov/doc/nrimc/mgs/explore/marine/beach-conference/beaches-2007.htm.
"An Inconvenient Truth" will be held on June 28 at 7 p.m. at the Wells Reserve. This is a live presentation taken from the slideshow in the major motion picture. Steve Miller presents the show, which details the planetary emergency of global warming and what we can do about it. The presentation is free with Wells Reserve admission, but donations are accepted. Reservations are not needed. Please bring a mug for free organic coffee or tea. FMI: 646-1555.
Calendar Raffle to benefit the Melanoma Education Foundation is seeking volunteers to sell tickets and distribute skin cancer literature outside of stores on Fridays and Saturdays through June 30. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and will work in pairs. The raffle supports skin cancer teacher-training and student materials in New England schools. There are 31 prizes and each ticket remains in all 31 drawings, starting July 1. FMI: info@skincheck.org or (800) 259-1633.
International, Interdenominational, "His Gifts, His Presence" New England Arts Festival will be held at the Greater Portland Vineyard, 715 Bridgton St., Westbrook, on June 23. Alvin Ailey's Stephanie Powell will be performing at the festival and teaching a free community dance workshop on June 22. Suggested donation $5.
International Piano Festival will be held June 24 through July 1 at the Portland Conservatory of Music. Festival Concert Series and week-ending recital tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, members of the Portland Conservatory of Music are free. Week-long passes can be purchased for $60. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged. FMI: 775-3356.
Langdon House Garden Series will conclude on June 26 with singer-songwriter Jon Nolan. Historic New England invites visitors to share in the beautiful and atmospheric garden, hidden right in downtown Portsmouth, N.H., beginning at 6 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic to enjoy on the grounds at 143 Pleasant St. in Portsmouth, just minutes from Market Square. The house is open to the public Friday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tours are given on the hour. FMI: (603) 436-3205 or http://www.historicnewengland.org/.
Maine Celtic Celebration will be held July 19 through 22 in Belfast. The Maine Celtic Celebration is committed to renewing the rich Celtic history, culture and hospitality found along the coast of Maine. Planned events will take place along the waterfront in scenic Belfast and in various other places around the town and general Midcoast area. Expect live Celtic music, storytelling and dance; sporting events with Highland Games and a rugby scrum, and contests such as a "Celtic Iron Chef," Men in Kilts, Cheese Roll and a kilted run and row. Plans are in place for a children's area, events of interest to seniors, history, arts, literary experiences, a parade, Piping in the Park and much more. The festival is free with small entry fees possibly charged for a few events. fáilte roim goléir - "Welcome Every One of You." FMI: http://www.mainecelticcelebration.com/ or e-mail celticmaine@yahoo.com.
Old York Garden Club's "16 Sundays in the Garden" continues June 24 at the home of Bob Scherer at 96 Greenleaf Parsons Road in Cape Neddick. A river runs through it - the Josiah Norton River. Highlights include woodland gardens, as well as rock gardens consisting of moss and lichen encrusted natural granite removed from the ledges within the 16-acre, heavily wooded property. There are mature oak, pine, hemlock, beech and birch trees throughout. Additional vegetation consists of ornamental small trees, existing and planted, and various shrubs including dwarf conifers, perennials, bulbs, ferns and mosses. Formal decorative garden elements lend a grace note within the largely informal setting. Take Route 1 North to Cape Neddick. Take a left onto Mountain Road, opposite Flo's, and follow to Greenleaf Parsons Road, which is the first right after going over Interstate 95. Take Greenleaf Parsons Road about one mile to two mailboxes on the left; one is marked 96. Turn left into the driveway and park at one of the pull-offs at the barn or house. The tours are Sunday afternoons from noon to 4 p.m. through Sept. 9. The fee is $3 per garden, payable at the door of the individual garden on the day of the tour, and all proceeds benefit the club's various civic development projects.
Water Works Park. Calling all kids from pre-school through elementary school to come have some wet fun at Vacation Bible School's Water Works Park! Enjoy games, snacks, stories and craft from July 16 through 20 at Cape Neddick Baptist Church, 34 River Road, Cape Neddick, from 9 to 11: 30 a.m. FMI: call Rev. Carsten Lotz at 363-3566.
Wilderness Heals Pledge Hike is accepting reservations through June 29. The three-day Wilderness Heals Annual Pledge Hike is one of New England's most challenging all-female fundraising hikes. Join fellow women, July 20-22, for a hike through New Hampshire's White Mountains to help raise $125,000 for The Elizabeth Stone House in Boston, Mass. The Stone House serves women and their children who have experienced mental illness, domestic violence and substance abuse. Choose from four trail options, including a backcountry option. Three out of the four routes offer hikers overnight accommodations in AMC huts. Each team of four to six women will include an experienced team leader. The fundraising minimum is $1,200 and the hiker registration fee is $50. An informational hiker meeting will be offered June 13 at 6 p.m. at The Elizabeth Stone House, 8 Notre Dame Street, Roxbury, Mass. FMI or to register: www.elizabethstone.org or (617) 522-3659 ext. 207.
EXHIBITS, MUSIC, THEATRE AND MORE
Conservatory Rock will feature some of Maine's best local bands including Headstart, The Killing Moon, Are you a Fox, Alias Grace, The Project and Cerulean, an ensemble of PCM rock kids 13-17 under the direction of Rock Camp Director Jeff Shaw. The show is open to all ages and will take place at The Station, Union Station Plaza, Portland, on June 23. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are only $10, available at Bull Moose, FYE and Strawberries locations and http://www.ticketweb.com/. Tickets will also be available at the door the day of show. The proceeds from this show will benefit the Portland Conservatory of Music's rock programs to purchase and maintain equipment and help keep costs down. This event will be guest hosted by Mark Curdo, a DJ on local station 94.3 WCYY and host of the popular local music show Spinout. FMI: 775-3356 or www.myspace.com/summerrockcamp.
The Music Hall presents "A Celebration of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" on July 20 at 10:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now, and the late evening festivities include wizard games, costume contests, a dramatic reading and other magical surprises staged in the historic Victorian theatre. SummerFilm 2007 will offer 25 films through July 31, including the very best from independent and foreign cinema. This year, the unique Wednesday series will feature extraordinary foreign films selected from the 50th anniversary of Janus Films, the preeminent U.S. distributor of foreign and classic films. No film will show for more than three days and tickets will be available 30 minutes before the show for $8. Historic tours behind-the-scenes in the Music Hall's historic 1878 theatre, the second oldest in New England, will be held on Fridays in June at 2 p.m. Tickets are $6 and $5 for members, and all net proceeds contribute to Music Hall restoration projects. FMI: (603) 436-2400 or http://www.themusichall.org/.
Pastel Painters of Maine International Juried Exhibition will be held in the Heartwood College Gallery through June 30 featuring work by pastel artists throughout the United States and Canada. FMI: 985-0985 or http://www.heartwoodcollegeofart.org/.
Still Life - Wild Life, a new exhibition featuring paintings and sculpture by 15 acclaimed New England artists will open with a reception on June 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. Two York residents, Sean Beavers and Sydney Bella Sparrow, are represented in this exhibition that is free and open to the public daily, Wednesday to Sunday, through July 22 at Coolidge Center for the Arts, 375 Little Harbor Road, Portsmouth, N.H. FMI: (603) 436-6607.
Viva Italia, a concert of Italian popular music will be presented at the Colony Hotel in Kennebunkport, free of charge on June 27. Highly regarded tenor John Manzo, accompanied by the accomplished pianist Warren King, will present an hour of Italian favorites to set the mood for the Colony Restaurant's Italian buffet. They will be performing from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Marine Room at the hotel. Manzo and King have been well-received at the annual L'Opera per Vigilia Anno Nuovo, and will reprise some of the favorite arias from that program, as well as more familiar Italian songs. FMI: 985-8759.
WORKSHOPS AND MEETINGS
Coastal Gardens. Sandee Liversidge has extensive experience in designing oceanside gardens and will share her knowledge of gardening in this challenging environment in this morning class. Come with your questions and ideas at 9:30 a.m. at Green Art, Route 1 Bypass, northbound, Kittery. Class fee is $25. FMI or to register: 439-7700.
The Essentials of College Planning, intended for adults 19 and older interested in pursuing college, will be offered by the Maine Education Opportunity Center at York County Community College in Wells on Monday, July 2, at noon. FMI or to register, (800) 281-3703.
Safe Boating Courses will be offered by the Saco Bay Flotilla of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. "Suddenly in Command" is for people who are usually passengers on boats. If the primary boat operator is incapacitated would you know how to get help and return to safety? A two-lesson class will be presented July 18 and 19 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and the fee is $45. "How to Read a Nautical Chart" will be held July 25 and 26 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Charts contain a wealth of information, but you need to know how to properly read and interpret them. This two-lesson class will unlock the mystery for you. The fee is $65 and includes Nigel Calder text, local chart and plotting tools. Classes are held at UNE Biddeford Campus, Decary Hall Room 202A. Fees payable in advance with a $10 discount if taking both. FMI or to register: 571-8414 or aux24sayer@gmail.com. FMI on the Saco Bay Flotilla, visit http://a0130204.uscgaux.info/.
ONGOING...
ART, DANCE, EXHIBITS, MUSIC, THEATRE
Barefoot Boogie Portsmouth 2007 at the Portsmouth Ballroom Dance Studio on 948 Route 1 Bypass in Portsmouth, N.H. FMI: (603) 659-5009
BlueStocking Studio, across from the Goldenrod in York Beach, offers art from the artist. Gallery owner and artist Nancy R. Davison has been showing her etchings, block prints and watercolors of local views at BlueStocking since 1985. Printmakers Carol T. Lummus, William Mitchell and others show their work as well. Final Season. Open through Columbus Day, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Evening hours in July and August. FMI: 363-7336.
Just Us Chickens Artist Co-op is located at 29 Government St. in downtown Kittery and is open 11a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
Kripalu DansKinetics at Spinnaker Point Recreation Center, Spinnaker Way, Portsmouth, N.H. DansKinetics is a unique blend of yoga and dance. FMI: (603) 436-2313.
Pontine Theatre in Portsmouth, N.H., offers an array of public events. FMI: (603) 436-6660 or e-mail info@pontine.org.
The Portland Museum of Art offers exhibits and special events. FMI: 775-6148.
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 a la Carte 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. On June 22, from 1 to 4 p.m., be a part of the Mt. A. Boy's Club for all boys eight years old and up to hang out, play video and computer games, build stuff, run remote-controlled vehicles, play games, enjoy many outside activities and have tons of fun. On June 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. it will be Mt. A. Day where you can join us for lots of outside fresh-air fun with games and activities, kite flying, nature hikes, wildlife tracking, bird watching and all the natural beauty this precious resource has to offer. Throughout the summer months it will be Beach Days at Harbor Beach, with date TBA. We'll be spending lots of time at the beach and would love your company. FMI or to be added to our e-mail list, 361-2116 or janaleemoquin8@yahoo.com.
The International Women's Club of New England (IWCNE) meets for lunch on the fourth Saturday of every month with an international speaker. IWCNE is non-profit, non-political, non-sectarian, and its mission is to foster goodwill, friendship, and understanding amongst members from different countries and to support charities which assist women and children. FMI: 985-7433.
The Sanford/Springvale Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) Council meets every third Tuesday of the month from 2 to 3 p.m. All are welcome to attend. FMI: call SALT President Michelle Matt at 490-7606.
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.
York Rotary Four on the Fourth will be held July 4. The York Rotary Club will be sponsoring the Four on the Forth road race along with York Parks and Recreation. It is a four-mile road race through scenic York Beach and along Long Sands Beach. The registration is open at 6:30 a.m. and the race starts at 8 a.m. at York High School. There are $100 prizes for the male and female overall winners. The one-mile Fun Run starts immediately after the four-mile race. FMI: 363-1040 or http://www.yorkmaine.org/.
ENRICHMENT
The Family Resource Center on Route 1 offers many special programs, weekly and monthly events, classes and activities throughout the year. FMI: 451-9291 or http://www.connectingfamiliestogether.org/.
Heartwood College of Art faculty will be on hand to offer an exciting variety of art classes for adults this summer, and teachers can take these classes for continuing education units toward renewal of teaching certification. Heartwood College is located at 123 York St. in Kennebunk. FMI: 985-0985 or http://www.heartwoodcollegeofart.org/.
Kindergym is offered by York Parks and Recreation Department and no pre-registration is required. FMI: 363-1040.
The Southern Maine Agency on Aging facilitates a monthly support group for people assisting older adult loved ones. Unpaid family and friends who are helping spouses, parents, siblings and friends are invited to come and talk about the challenges and rewards of care-giving with other people in similar situations. The group meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Rice Public Library in Kittery. FMI: 439-6989 or (800) 427-7411.
HEALTH
Know Your Numbers is a cholesterol screening offered by SMMC Visiting Nurses on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. An appointment is necessary and there is a $15 fee for this service. FMI: 985-1000.
The Heart Health Institute offers classes including weight management. FMI: 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
A Safe Place, a non-profit agency, has been providing support services and emergency shelter to victims of domestic abuse for over 28 years. A Safe Place has offices in Portsmouth, Rochester and Salem, N.H. FMI or to reach an advocate call 1-(800) 854-3552.
Hospice of York's Living with Loss is a bereavement support group offered 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. Sessions are held seasonally on Thursdays 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.
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.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery Program is seeking volunteer drivers to offer cancer patients safe and friendly transportation to treatment appointments. FMI: (800) ACS-2345 or http://www.cancer.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 our toll-free crisis line. Full training is offered. FMI: http://www.dahmw.org/ or call (866) 786-0758 or e-mail communityresourcecoord@dahmw.org.
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. FMI: (866) 786-0758 or dahmwdirector@gmail.com
Volunteer Reiki Practitioners are being sought by York Hospital to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients. York Hospital is looking for Level II Reiki practitioners to provide Reiki services to oncology patients. FMI: 351-2224 or rsullivan@yorkhospital.com.
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 9:30 a.m. FMI: 646-2160.
St. Christopher's Catholic Church holds Masses on Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 7:30 and 11 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. for 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. All are welcome. 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. FMI: 363-2177.
