OPEN HOUSE. Be a part of the Open House at the Community Farm on May 24 and help the York County Shelter Programs. Pictured here, Charlotte and Dan help to prepare the perennials and herbs for the upcoming Open House at the Ray Angers Community Farm in West Newfield. In addition to the sale of plants, this fundraiser for the York County Shelter Programs will include farm products and barbecue lunches for sale as well as live music, face painting, farm animals and more.
Photo by Mary Doyle
EVENTS
200th Anniversary Celebration at York Street Baptist Church will be held May 17 and 18. Please join us for a special time of celebration, music, and sharing as we commemorate our 200th anniversary. There will be former pastors, past missionaries and special guests from our past in attendance. On display will be memorabilia from past and present ministries, activities and special events. The festivities begin on May 17 at 6 p.m., followed on May 18 with a very special service at 9 a.m. FMI: 363-2177 or www.yorkstreetbaptist.com.
2008 Plant-A-Row for the Hungry program will be kicked-off at the annual York County Master Gardener Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to noon on May 17 at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension York County Office in Springvale. Participants may pick up a starter packet including seeds, seedlings and information on the program. Those unable to attend the Open House/Plant Sale can sign up for this worthy cause and receive a starter packet by contacting UMaine Extension at 324-2814 or (800) 287-1535. Getting involved in Plant-A-Row can also be a great community service project for individual children, 4-H or scout groups.
The Annual Public Meeting of the York Ambulance Association will be held May 12 at 7 p.m. at the ambulance building on Salisbury Avenue in York Village. The agenda includes opening remarks and reports from the secretary, treasurer and crew chief. Time for questions and answers with the board of directors will be allotted, and all are welcome to attend.
The Garden Conservancy's Open Days Program features self-guided tours on May 17, June 28, July 26 and Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. of one of York's best private gardens. No reservations required; rain or shine. The garden features formal and informal borders, orchards, ocean views, and collections of various flowering trees and shrubs at Braveboat Harbor Farm, the garden of Calvin and Cynthia Hosmer, 110 Raynes Neck Road, York. The cost is $5 per person, payable on site by cash or check, and children under 12 are free. FMI: www.opendaysprogram.org or (888) 842-2442.
The International Women's Club of New England (IWCNE) will hold it's annual craft/antique show is accepting applicants for crafts and antiques through June 1. The show ill be Nov. 8 at York Middle School featuring local artisans, antique dealers, homemade lunch, a bake sale and a raffle. All proceeds benefit charities serving women and children. If you would like to have a table for your crafts or antiques, please contact Pat at 251-4402 or pdateo@maine.rr.com, or Anne at 337-5488 or artannie@maine.rr.com to receive an application. To insure a diversified show, categories of crafts will be limited and deadline for applying is June 1.
The Maine Chapter Dream Factory Spaghetti Dinner will be held May 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Norma's Restaurant on Route 1 in York. The price is $6 for adults and $5 for seniors and children, with free admission for those under the age of 5. The Dream Factory is a nonprofit organization that grants the dreams of critically and chronically ill children between the ages of 3 and 18.
Pot Luck Supper and Praise Band Concert at the Ogunquit Baptist Church is a fundraiser for new equipment and music for the Praise Band. The event will be May 30 with the supper at 6 p.m., bring a dish to share, followed by the concert at 7 p.m. A free-will offering will be accepted. Come enjoy and evening of food, fellowship and music at Ogunquit Baptist Church, 157 Shore Road. FMI: 646-2160.
Public Supper at the Union Congregational Church in York Beach will be May 22. There will be one seating at 5:30 p.m. and the meal includes casseroles, salads, baked beans, rolls, beverage and pie. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children ages 10 and under. Reservations are suggested and may be made by calling 363-4611 or 363-4821. In that everyone is seated at the same time, arrival before 5:30 p.m. will be appreciated.
The Ray Angers Community Farm Open House will be May 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 105 Garland Road in West Newfield. Many varieties of perennials and herbs will be for sale, as well as some farm products. There will be live outdoor music in a beautiful location that overlooks Mount Washington. Visitors will be welcome to purchase a barbecue lunch, popcorn and ice cream and tickets for raffles. Children can enjoy face painting or visiting the farm animals. The Ray Angers Community Farm is one of the 24 houses that is owned and operated by York County Shelter Programs and the fundraiser is to support the work of ending homelessness throughout southern Maine. The donation of a 10 x 10 pop-up tent is needed that day at the farm, as well as throughout the summer, so residents can sell their perennials and herbs at farmer's markets. The farm is also looking for a volunteer interested in bringing a pony or a child-friendly horse to provide pony rides for the fundraiser. Donations of items for the raffles will also be greatly appreciated. Visitors who intend to come and relax, listen to the music, and enjoy the view, are asked to bring a lawn chair if possible. Everyone is welcome. If it rains that day, the event will be May 25. Directions to the Ray Angers Community Farm can be found on the York County Shelter Program's web site at www.yorkcountyshelterprograms.org. Anyone who is interested in helping out or donating raffle items should contact Mary Doyle at 324-1137 or maryd@ycspi.org.
EXHIBITS, MUSIC, THEATRE AND MORE
"The Anatomy of Trees" is a juried exhibition at Heartwood College of Art, which runs through June 6. It features work by both local artists and those new to the Heartwood Gallery. All work is for sale. FMI: 985-0985 or www.heartwoodcollegeofart.org.
First Exhibition of the 2008 Season at the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion Site features 15 master colorists who will exhibit the intense beauty of the rainbow in their paintings and jewelry at the Colorfest Exhibition at the Coolidge Center for the Arts. The Colorfest Exhibition runs through June 15 at the Coolidge Center for the Arts on the grounds of the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion at 375 Little Harbor Road in Portsmouth, N.H. Admission is free and the gallery is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. or by appointment.
Seacoast Community Chorus "With Heart and Voice" will be held May 18 at 3 p.m. at York's First Parish Church. Every Tuesday evening for the past 37 years, the 60 members of Seacoast Community Chorus, have brought heart and voice together to make music. This spring's concert, aptly titled With Heart and Voice, celebrate 15 years under the direction of Wendell S. Purrington. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased from a member of the chorus or at the door. FMI: SeacoastCommunityChorus@yahoo.com or 475-2129.
"Sing into Spring" will be held on May 18 at 7 p.m. Please join us at St. George's Episcopal Church for an evening of music and fellowship. Live musical presentations will be interspersed with springtime hymns sung by the entire audience. A freewill offering will benefit the music programs at St. George's. St. George's is located at 407 York St. in York Harbor. FMI: 363-7376.
"The Story of a Bad Boy." From May 20 to June 24, Pontine Theatre will offer a community arts project based on research for its original stage adaptation of Thomas Bailey Aldrich's novel, "The Story of a Bad Boy." No experience necessary. Everyone is welcome, ages 18 to 98. Young people, ages 8 to 17are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Pontine's six-week program of theatre workshops will train community members for a series of public performances at Strawbery Banke Museum and at Pontine's West End Studio Theatre. These performances will commemorate the 1908 opening of the Thomas Bailey Aldrich Memorial, now part of Strawbery Banke Museum. Workshops will be on Tuesdays from 5:45 to 7:15 p.m. at Pontine's West End Studio Theatre, 959 Islington St., Portsmouth, N.H., and $35 tuition covers all six workshops. FMI: attend the first workshop on May 20, e-mail info@ponntine.org or call (603) 436-6660.
"Winter into Spring," an exhibition of paintings by Heartwood College faculty member Susan Wilder, will be on display in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library through May 30. "Winter Into Spring" is a display of 22 paintings dealing with the changes Wilder observed and reflected upon as the land transitioned from a Maine winter into spring. FMI: 985-2173.
York Harbor Inn Ship Cellar Pub Entertainment for May includes Lex and Joe on May 18 and 25; Trivia Night on May 20 and 27; Peter Black on May 21, 28 and 31; Hoot Night on May 22 and 29; Dan Walker on May 24; Jenn Adams on May 23, and Dave Gerard on May 30. FMI: www.yorkharborinn.com.
HEALTH AND FITNESS
American Cancer Society's Free Summer Camps offer a place where kids who have cancer can join in dozens of fun activities, meet other kids and families and feel more confident about living with cancer. All camps are free. FMI or to request an application for this year's camp, call (800) 227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.
The Cancer Community Center offers a variety of workshops and event. Every Wednesday through May 28 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. is the free Open Group Networking and support for adults and their families and friends who have or have had any type of cancer. Every Thursday through May 29 from noon to 1 p.m. is the free Mindful Meditation session. On May 27 is the free Melanoma Support Group from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This group combines education and support about melanoma. Also on May 27, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., is the free Gynecological and Breast Cancer Group for women to connect and share resources. The center is a nonprofit community center in South Portland that provides support, information and activities at no charge for adults living with cancer, their families and friends. There is no referral needed and no intake process to take part in the activities and programs we offer. The center is for anyone affected by a cancer diagnosis and who is looking to connect with others. FMI: www.cancercommunitycenter.org.
The Wilderness Heals Annual Pledge Hike is one of New England's most challenging all-female fundraising hikes. Join fellow women from July 18 to 20 for a hike through New Hampshire's White Mountains to help raise $125,000 for The Elizabeth Stone House in Boston, Mass. The registration deadline is June 20. 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. Hiker registration fee is $50. There are two remaining information sessions: one hike on May 17 at Middlesex Fells and a meeting June 4 at 6 p.m. at The Elizabeth Stone House, 8 Notre Dame St., Roxbury. FMI: wildernessheals@elizabethstone.org. FMI and to register, visit www.elizabethstone.org or call (617) 427-9801, Ext. 415.
Women's Health Screening Days will be held to provide eligible women with free mammograms and pap tests at locations throughout York County. The sponsors want to ensure that lack of health insurance or insurance with a high deductible does not prevent women from receiving a pap test and a mammogram. Remaining events will be held in Sanford at the Center for Women's Health on May 29. All women preregistering for the Screening Day will be enrolled in the Maine Breast and Cervical Health Program (MBCHP). Once enrolled, the women can have a clinical exam and mammogram each year, as long as they continue to meet the income and insurance criteria. Pre-registration is required. Please call 985-1028 for more information and to schedule an appointment. Screening services are made possible with funding from the Maine Breast and Cervical Health Program; Southern Maine Medical Center; and Goodall Hospital. The program is administered by SMMC Visiting Nurses.
WORKSHOPS AND ENRICHMENT
The Appraiser's Network Monthly Breakfast Meeting will be May 21 at 8 a.m. at Norma's Restaurant in York. This meeting is open to all active real estate appraisers in the area - Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire - as well as those directly affiliated including real estate brokers, attorneys and lenders. This will be an open meeting discussing the question of a declining market, statistical analysis of the market and exceeding recommended FNMA guidelines. To reserve a seat, please call C.J.Morong at 363-3782.
Maine Project Learning Tree (PLT) in partnership with The Wells Reserve and Maine Forest Service is offering an educator and community leadership workshop on May 22 and June 5 from 3:45 to 6:45 p.m. each evening at the Wells Reserve on Day one and North Berwick Elementary School on day two. This six-hour workshop will include an introduction to teacher resources at Wells and their outdoor classroom story. Project Learning Tree is an internationally recognized environmental education program. Through hands-on, interdisciplinary activities, PLT provides students in grades PreK-12, with opportunities to investigate environmental issues and encourages them to make informed, responsible decisions. Maine PLT is an education program of the Maine Tree Foundation and the American Forest Foundation. FMI or to register before the May 9, contact Pat Maloney at 626-7990 or mtf@gwi.net. A $25 workshop fee covers the preK-8 PLT Activity Guide and many other resources to take home. Dress for outdoor activities.
Prayer that Heals and Restores will be held May 20 at 7 p.m. at the Christian Science Society in Sanford, at 35 School St., across from the post office. Martha Moffett, C.S., of Saint Paul, Minn., will speak about prayer that heals sickness and restores lives. Moffett is engaged in the fulltime practice of spiritual healing as a Christian Science practitioner. FMI: (603) 749-4505.
Thee Privileged Pet Dog Training classes begin May17 from 1 to 2 p.m. for Puppy, A Juvenile, and continue for six weeks. Classes begin May 24 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. for Puppy Socialization, and continue for five weeks. FMI: 363-5700.
Workforce Development Series. Are you unemployed, underemployed, semi-retired or recently laid off from work and want to re-enter the workforce? This series includes Assertiveness/Enhancing Workplace Communications, June 2, 4, 9 and 11. Modules may be taken individually, in combination with other modules or as an entire series. All modules are free and will be held at University College at Saco from 9 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m. Registration is required. FMI and to register, contact Women, Work and Community at 286-1722.
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.
Dance Street Studio, York and Kittery's local dance and theater studio, offers an array of classes. FMI: 363-1222 or wdancest@yahoo.com.
Just Us Chickens Artist Co-op is located at 29 Government St. in downtown Kittery and is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. FMI: 439-4209.
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.
The Red Door Gallery Shop is now open at 44 Government St. in Kittery, featuring pottery, handmade jewelry, weaving, used books, sports memorabilia and more on display Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. until the end of December. FMI: 439-5671.
RiverCurrent Studio/Art Gallery on the corner of Lindsay Road and Mill Dam in York Village features assemblage, collage and mixed-media sculpture and is open daily and by appointment. FMI contact Rosalind Fedeli at 351-3262 or visit www.rosalindfedeli.com.
Seacoast Undercurrent, a gallery devoted to contemporary art in downtown Portsmouth, N.H., showcases emerging artists working with all kinds of contemporary media and practices. FMI: www.ellogallery.com.
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.
Club A La Carte is the place where home-schooling and un-schooling families can meet, socialize, have fun and take field trips together! The club is meeting twice a month for field trips and pot-luck luncheons. FMI or to register, contact Janalee at 361-2116 or janaleemoquin8@yahoo.com.
The Diverse Business Advantage Chapter of BNI meets every Thursday at Sentry Hill at 2 Victoria Court, York Harbor. Meetings are held from 8 until 9:30 a.m. and all visitors are welcome. FMI or reservations: call Catherine Bosbach at 363-2418.
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 United States Coast Guard Auxiliary is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization chartered by Congress in 1939 to assist the United States Coast Guard with all of its missions, excluding law enforcement. Members teach boating safety classes, provide free vessel safety checks, provide safety literature at boat shows, perform on the water safety patrols, and harbor watch patrols. The Saco Bay Flotilla meets the second Thursday of every month at the Saco Yacht Club at 7:30 p.m.
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
ChildLight Yoga Classes for Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Kids and Families begin in early March at the following locations: Dover, Portsmouth, North Hampton, Stratham, Wells and South Berwick. Classes are six weeks and pre-registration is required. FMI: visit www.childlightyoga.com or (603) 781-3323.
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 www.connectingfamiliestogether.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.
York Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of sports and activities. FMI: 363-1040 or parksandrec.yorkmaine.org.
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.
SMMC Visiting Nurses Monthly Diabetes Support Groups are held at two locations and are open to all those who live with diabetes as well as family, friends and caregivers. These free sessions are to offer you support as well as to keep you updated on the latest treatment available in the management of diabetes. Groups are offered at the Richard Martin Community Center in Biddeford on the second Monday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 or 8 p.m. and at SMMC Visiting Nurses in Kennebunk on the fourth Monday of each month from 7 to 8 or 8:30 p.m. FMI: 985-1000, 283-7680 or (800) 794-3546.
Yoga on York offers a variety of styles and levels of mind-body fitness classes including yoga classes ranging from Gentle Yoga up to Power Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, NIA - a fabulous dance fitness class, and Pilates-Yoga Fusion. FMI: www.yogaonyork.com or call 363-YOGA.
York Hospital Yoga Center, located at the Heart Health Institute, offers yoga classes for persons of all abilities. Seated yoga for those with limited mobility is offered as well. The Yoga Center has recently added instructors and increased the number of classes offered. The Yoga Center at the Heart Health Institute is located at 127 Longs Sands Road, York. FMI or to register, call 351-3700. For new participants, your first yoga class is free.
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.
Calendar Raffle to Benefit Melanoma Education Foundation supports skin cancer teacher-training and student materials in New England schools. Each ticket enters 31 drawings, starting July 1. Prizes include overnights at Sheraton Boston and Hotel Lenox, gift cards up to $150 each at gourmet restaurants, as well as many others. Tickets are $5 each, 3 for $10 or 7 for $20 and are tax-deductible. To order tickets by mail, send check or money order to MEF Calendar Raffle, PO Box 2023, Peabody, MA 01960. FMI: info@skincheck.org or (800) 259-1633.
The Cancer Community Center is a non-profit community center located in South Portland that provides support, information and activities at no charge for adults living with cancer, their families and friends. There is no referral needed and no official intake process to take part in the activities and programs we offer. The center is open to all Mainers. FMI: www.cancercommunitycenter.org.
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.
Melanoma Support Group meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Cancer Community Center, 778 Main St., South Portland. FMI: 774-2200 or www.cancercommunitycenter.org.
The Special Needs Parent Network (SNPN), a group of parents from the KEYS region dedicated to providing support, resources and information to families who are raising a child with Special Needs, meets the last Friday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Family Resource Center at Landmark Hill in Kittery. FMI: contact Marcia Flinkstrom at 384-5041 or mflinkstrom@comcast.net or Lisa Richard at 324-5501 or bugsnlola@msn.com.
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 www.cancer.org.
Caring Unlimited, York County's domestic violence program, is looking for the help of supportive volunteers, specifically in the Biddeford and Kittery areas. FMI: 490-3227, Ext. 126, or e-mail jarena@caring-unlimited.org.
Center for Cultural Interchange offers area residents an opportunity to participate in cultural exchange. Both American students and potential host families are provided this chance through the Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI), a nonprofit organization. North East Regional Director Skye Luce is currently looking for families who are interested in hosting a high school age exchange student from Brazil, China, Korea, Japan, Spain, Germany, Hungry and other European countries during the upcoming school year and is also eager to introduce local students to the possibilities of studying abroad through CCI's short-term and academic year programs for American students. CCI is dedicated to promoting cultural understanding, academic development and world peace. CCI is designated by the United States Department of State as an exchange program sponsor. On the basis of materials submitted and reviewed, the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel grants full listing to CCI in the Advisory List. The CSIET mark certifies that this organization complies with the standards set forth in the CSIET's standards for international educational travel programs. FMI: (866) 495-0342 or sluce@cci-exchange.com.
Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women, a nationally known non-profit organization, is looking for volunteers to assist victims of intimate partner violence. FMI: www.dahmw.org, call (866) 786-0758 or e-mail communityresourcecoord@dahmw.org.
The Melanoma Education Foundation is seeking volunteers to help raise melanoma awareness. FMI: (800) 259-1633, e-mail MEF@skincheck.org or visit www.skincheck.org.
Seacoast Democrats C.F.L. Program is raising awareness of clean, alternative energy in Southern Maine. You can help continue this successful project by donating $5 and receiving your own CFL. The money raised from these donations allows us to continue to provide affordable housing units with free bulbs. CFLs are available at the Seacoast Democrats Headquarters located in the Meadowbrook Plaza on Route 1 in York. FMI: 363-9235 or info@seacoastdems.com.
The Seasonal Workers Program of York is dedicated to helping the many seasonal workers who come here to live and work during the summer. If you have an adult-sized bike - new or old - in reasonable working order that could be donated to the program, we will be happy to take it off your hands. Please help make the experiences of our international students both positive and memorable. They will be very appreciative of your response to this appeal. The SWP will be happy to pick up your donated bike. FMI: igive@maine.rr.com or 363-4214, Ext. 2113.
Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine's Crisis/Support Hotline is in urgent need of volunteers to train as advocates for the 24-hour crisis and support hotline. FMI or an application, call (800) 313-9900, e-mail infosars@sarsonline.org or visit www.sarsonline.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.
York Hospital's Bridges Program is currently seeking volunteers to help assist patients with the transition from the hospital to home. Volunteers have various duties and a flexible schedule, and help make a difference in a person's life. FMI: Call Greg Perchik in York Hospital's Volunteer Office at 351-2221.
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 in York has Sunday services at 9 and 10:45 a.m. FMI: 363-3758 or www.firstparishyork.org.
Holy Cross, the only Lutheran Church in York County, welcomes all who care to strengthen their faith, whatever their background, including those with no church background. The church is located at the corner of Storer and Lord Streets in downtown Kennebunk, about midway between the roundabout and Main Street, with two parking lots. Regular Sunday services at Holy Cross are at 8:00 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., and the Saturday service continues at 5:30 p.m. FMI: 985-4803 or www.kennebunklutheran.org.
Ogunquit Baptist Church's Sunday Worship is at 9:30 a.m. with nursery care. Children's Sunday School is during worship time. Adult Sunday School is 10 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: 363-4177 or visit www.stchristopheryork.com.
St. Francis Of Assisi American Catholic Church of New England Sunday Mass is at 9 a.m. with the Most Rev. Rosemary Ananis at 952 Post Road (Route 1) Wells Plaza West. This diverse and growing small faith community has an active community outreach program, a growing children's ministry and a monthly Bible study. Come and experience the Spirit alive and well! FMI: 332-7761 or rananis@maine.rr.com.
St. George's Episcopal Church's schedule is Sunday at 7:45 a.m. for Holy Eucharist, Rite II, spoken; 8:45 a.m. for Spiritual Formation; 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 and 9:15 a.m. is Morning Prayer. Thursday at 10 a.m. is Holy Eucharist, with healing optional. FMI: call 363-7376, e-mail office@stgeorgesyorkharbor.org or visit www.stgeorgesyorkharbor.org.
Union Congregational Church in York Beach offers year-round Sunday services at 10 a.m., followed by a time for fellowship with refreshments. Sunday School, nursery care and parking are provided. Also offered are opportunities to join adult studies and discussion groups. This small, friendly church welcomes new people, new ideas and any who choose to be involved with a God-loving community of faith. 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 Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. FMI: 363-2177.
