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Lighting of the Pumpkins, Creepy Characters in York YORK Join Old York Historical Society (OYHS) for a Haunted Halloween on Monday, October 30, to coincide with the Town of York’s annual trick-or-treating. Enjoy some spooky fun in 18th-century style. Children are invited to trick-or-treat, 3:30-6 p.m., at OYHS historic buildings around York Village, including Jefferds Tavern, York Corner Schoolhouse, Emerson-Wilcox House, and the Old Gaol. Creepy characters and ghosts of Halloweens past will hand out treats to all who have the courage to knock on Old York’s historic doors.

The Fifth Annual Lighting of the Pumpkins begins at approximately 5 p.m., when the walls of the Old Burying Ground in York Village will be illuminat-

ed with jack-o’-lanterns in a spectacular sight! The pumpkins are lit for several hours, to be extinguished around 8 p.m. Stop by to enjoy the magical scene. After-

wards, stop in to Jefferds Tavern for “Afterglow at the Tavern,” 5-7 p.m. Hearty hearth-cooked soups and bread will be available, along with local beer and cider for an additional charge, payable at the door. This event is free and open to the public. In event of heavy rain, the event is postponed until Tuesday, October 31. Parking is available at the Old York Museum Center, at 3 Lindsay Road. Call For Pumpkins: Children of all ages are invited to help OYHS fill the stone walls around the Old Burying Ground with pumpkins. Join in a com-

munity pumpkin-carving event on Sunday, October 29, 12-4 p.m. OYHS will provide the pumpkins, participants bring their own carving tools! Carved pumpkins may be dropped off for display at the Old York Museum Center on Sunday, October 29, or Monday, October 30, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Jack-o’-lanterns may be picked up by their makers after 8 p.m. on October 30, or the next day. Any remaining pumpkins will be composted on November 1. For more information, visit www.oldyork.org/events/ halloween-2020-lighting-of-thepumpkins.

Haunted Happenings at Fogg Library ELIOT Spooks and chills take over the Fogg Homestead on the grounds of the William Fogg Library in Eliot, on Friday, October 27. The mildly scary event is suitable for all ages, and families can tour the haunted homestead, 6-8 p.m. There will be games, prizes, costumed characters, photo opportunities, and free cider and doughnuts. This year’s event is in honor of former library trustee and director, the late Sharon Kibat, who passed away in May 2023. Sharon loved Halloween, and was instrumental in creating the event, which debuted last year. The library thanks the Kibat family for loaning some of this year’s

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décor. In addition to touring the home, guests will encounter a wizard who cooks up spells and potions in his caldron, have their fortunes told by a fortune teller, and meet with roaming spirits throughout the homestead. Tickets are $2 for adults, $1 for children, and kids age five and under are free. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance or at the library. Those

purchasing in advance will get a coloring sheet; they are invited to bring their colored sheet back to the library to be put on display. The first 50 people buying tickets at the door will get commemorative buttons. This event is a fundraiser for the William Fogg Library to support programs and resources. For more information, visit www.williamfogglibrary.org or call 207-439-9437.

Understanding Small Mammal Personalities WELLS Everybody knows that cats and dogs have their own distinct personalities, but ever wonder about all the small mammals in the backyard? While it may seem unconventional to assess the personalities of squirrels, mice, chipmunks and voles, these little critters play a crucial and often unnoticed role in the process of forest regeneration. Notably, they contribute to the movement and dispersal of seeds, essential for the thriving forests across the state of Maine. It is understood that different species of small mammals partake in this important ecological task, but what is truly captivating is the variation in personalities within these species. Some within the species exhibit bold and daring behaviors, while others maintain consistently higher activity levels. These

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traits influence where these small mammals choose to live, how they forage for food, and what they do with the seeds they come across. Small mammals with differing personalities contribute to the immediate ecosystem, such as seed dispersal, in distinctive ways. Their collective behavior

profoundly influences the regeneration of Maine’s forests. On Tuesday, October 24 at 7 p.m., York County Audubon will host Maisie Merz and Ivy Yen, both second-year PhD students from the University of Maine. Their engaging presentation on small mammals includes capti-

vating slides and night videos, an educational and enthralling experience. During the presentation, guests will discover the secrets of these elusive forest inhabitants, gaining valuable insight into their secret world. The program takes place in the Mather Auditorium at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells, offering a fantastic in-person experience. A Zoom option is also available for those unable to attend in person. The hosts and presenters extend a warm invitation to the public to come and learn about these elusive creatures, and to develop a deeper understanding of their impact on the forests we cherish. For more information and to register for the Zoom option, visit www.yorkcountyaudubon. org or call 207-646-1555.

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About Property Revaluation in Maine

WELLS The Town of Wells has performed a town-wide property revaluation, mandated by state law, to establish an estimated market value for all residential, commercial, and industrial real estate within the town. Accurately valuing property ensures the property tax burden is distributed fairly and equitably. All owners of taxable real estate were recently mailed notifications of their assessed property values as of April 1. The following information is helpful to know, not just in Wells, but in other York County towns where revaluation is bound to happen: The only way to ensure that all properties are valued equitably is to analyze each value with respect to the current market at a specific point in time, aka the valuation date. During a

reassessment, market values of all properties are reviewed and changes in the real estate market will help determine which property values need to be increased or decreased. The assessor’s office does not determine the total amount of taxes collected in the community or the tax rate. The assessor’s primary responsibility is to find the fair market value of the property. The tax paid is determined by multiplying the tax rate by the property’s assessed value. Regional taxing authorities determine the tax rate and amount based on what’s needed to provide services to the community. The Maine Constitution says a reassessment should occur every ten years. Maine statutes mandate that once the average assessment ratio drops below 70%, or when the quality rating exceeds 20%, a municipal-

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Last year, over 160 York residents took part in the event, filling more than ten industrialsized, 55-gallon drums with hazardous waste. Thousands of pounds of potentially toxic materials were hauled away. A $25 Recycle Facility use permit is required prior to the event, and participants must register to attend. Permits can be purchased at the Clerk’s Office, and registration is open online at www.yorkpublicworks.org. For more information, call York’s Department of Public Works at 207-363-1010.

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Chair Yoga, Creative Arts at Eliot Aging in Place

Free activities designed to keep older adults active. Chair Yoga: 10-11 a.m. Thursdays through November 9. Postures done seated in a chair or standing. No experience necessary, wear comfortable clothing. Creative Connection: 10 a.m. every third Wednesday of month until May 15. Unleash creativity with a new topic each session. No artistic ability necessary, all supplies provided. FMI: maureenelliotaip@gmail.com.

Towns of Kennebunk & Kennebunkport Secret Santa Applications

Secret Santa provides Christmas gifts to children 18 years and younger who are residents of Kennebunkport, Kennebunk, or Arundel, and whose families need

help doing so. Applications must be submitted by November 10. FMI: www.kennebunkportme.gov, akenneway@kennebunkportme. gov, or 207-9 67- 4401. Donations accepted through Venmo at venmo@secret-santa-kka or by mailing a check payable to “Secret Santa,” PO Box 724, Kennebunkport, ME 04046. Those in need of assistance this holiday season can access the application through the information above.

Short Term Rental Portal

Short-term rental applications open for new and renewing license applications. Portal closes December 31 at 11:59 p.m. The digital application link will be available on the Town’s Short-Term Rental webpage. Paper applications not available. FMI: 207-967-1614 or mradley@kennebunkportme.gov.

Public Boat Ramp

The online boat ramp reservation system has been reinstated.

Reservations are now required. No parking outside of the time required to actively use the launch. To reserve a time visit www.kportboat.com. FMI: Harbor Master Frank Orr at 207-967-5040 or harbormaster@kennebunkportme. gov.

Sneaker Recycling

Community Outreach Services (COS) food pantry is accepting old sneakers in pairs only. Drop off locations: COS Food Pantry, 19 Park St., Kennebunk, bin under awning; Kennebunkport Public Health Office, 101 Amain St., Kennebunkport, bin on porch; Sea Road Church, 140 Sea Rd., Kennebunk, bin in church foyer. The drive keeps sneakers from landﬁlls and is a fundraiser for COS. FMI: fundraising@coskennebunks.org.

The town will be collecting used coats, boots, snow pants and other winter/snow gear for all ages. Donated items will be accepted until Saturday, November 11 at the following locations: Kittery Town Hall, 200 Rogers Rd., Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Rd., Rice Public Library, 8 Wentworth St. Items will be made available for free to community members in need at the Kittery Community Center on Sundays, November 12 and November 19. Volunteers also needed! FMI: www.tinyurl. com/4xpmk5tc.

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Town of South Berwick Transfer Station Stickers

Stickers are available at the Town Clerk’s office for free. The vehicle’s license plate number will be needed to attain one. Stickers are to be afﬁxed to the bottom of the passenger side windshield. FMI: www.southberwickmaine. org/departments/transfer_station/ index.php.

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The Senior Citizen Advisory Board of York is accepting applications for the eldest citizen in 2024 for the Boston Post Cane. The recipient should be at least 100 years old. To submit an application, provide the name of the recipient and how to reach them to Deborah Meyers at djmeyers6666@yahoo.com, or 603-502-9362. FMI: www.yorkmaine.org and search for “Boston Post Cane.”

County of York York Region Business, Citizen & Volunteer of the Year 2023

Nominations now being accepted for business, citizen, and volunteer of the year. Nominate individuals and businesses who go above and beyond to support the community. Deadline to submit is Friday, October 27. All award recipients will be announced and celebrated at the annual Business After Hours awards ceremony, March of 2024. To nominate: www.gatewaytomaine.org/annual-york-regionawards. FMI: holly@yorkme.org or 207-363-4422.

Weekly Happenings Bimonthly, Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the New School, 38 York St., Kennebunk. The New England Radio Discussion Society promotes amateur (ham) radio. Discussion topics include early and contemporary equipment, digital technology, internet integration, and striving for rare international contacts. FMI: 207-967-8812.

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~ Pets ~ Safe Haven Humane Society

WELLS For nearly 20 years, Safe Haven has been rescuing and finding homes for cats, including ferals. Once captured, they live at the shelter. Safe Haven’s volunteers socialize them, and then they are adopted to fantastic homes in pairs.

The shelter wanted the public to better understand what happens with feral cats, and why. So in 2015 they took over the old IGA plaza shop location and created a sunny indoor space, with many windows for visibility, and all the comforts – places to hide, explore, and play.

Emma’s Angels Rescue

NORTH BERWICK Meet st unning Laurel! Laurel is three years old and is the sweetest diva! She was rescued last-minute from an overcrowded shelter in Louisiana. Laurel weighs in at about 34-40 lbs. and is a gorgeous gray/blue color. She is spayed and up-todate on her vaccinations. Laurel would do well with older kids. She loves to just cuddle and be a couch potato, and is great on the leash. If you would like to meet Laurel, call us. We are really in need of foster homes! Emma’s Angels supplies ever ything for the animal, fosters supply the love a for a week or two. We have also lowered our adoption fees for the months of October and November. Please check out the pets on

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Petfinder.com/Emma’s Angels Rescue. We are in need of dry dog food and leashes. Donations can be left in our drop box at 30 Meeting House Road. Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer organization in North Berwick.

Bird Seed Sale Benefits Nature-Based Education WELLS With autumn leaves falling, now is the time to stock up on bird seed to keep those feathered friends fed throughout the winter. Backyard birders are encouraged to stock up on their seed supplies at an annual fundraiser sponsored by York County Audubon, the Wells Reserve, and Blue Seal. Proceeds to seed sales during the event will go towards supporting local nature education programs. This season marks the organizations’ 25th anniversary of the group effort. The National Audubon

Society recommends a variety of foods to encourage species diversity. Black oil sunflower seed is popular with chickadees and cardinals. Sparrows eat millet, bluebirds love mealworms, and woodpeckers go for suet cakes. The early-bird seed order deadline is Friday, October 27. Orders will be available for pick up at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm on Friday, November 3 and Saturday, November 4. On that Saturday, the organizers will provide cider, coffee, donuts, and the in-person expertise of Blue Seal representatives to help pa-

trons with their winter feeding. The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is located at 342 Laudholm Farm Road, in Wells. For more information and to fill order forms, visit www.wellsreserve. org/seedsale or call 207-6461555.

Safe Haven volunteers affectionately referred to that room as “Scaredy Cat School.” The socializing team was called the “teachers,” and the feral cats were the “students.” The school slogan was born – “Scaredy Cat School, where scared cats go to learn to be brave.” Safe Haven’s goal is to socialize the cats so they are ready for adoption upon graduation. Many people learned about feral cats from that little school. They learned feral cats are not vicious or dangerous, just frightened of people and simply trying to survive. A year ago, the shelter rebuilt Scaredy Cat School in their new shop, at 1784 Post Road. Safe Haven is happy to announce that tomorrow is graduation day for Papa and Ivory! This beautiful feral pair, tightly bonded, is going home to live on a Maine island with a wonderful couple who has invested time and energy getting to know them. The volunteers at Safe Haven seek a commitment from anyone interested in adopting a feral, asking that they spend the time to develop a relationship with the cats first. And this couple did by taking the ferry from the island, driving to Wells

and then sleeping overnight on a yoga mat in the schoolroom with Papa and Ivory! And not once, but several times a week! As time passes, both the cats and their new human companions grow accustomed to one another. The adopter gains an understanding of each cat’s social boundaries, ensuring they remain patient when the kittens occasionally retreat to their hiding spots in the new home. The consensus among the Safe Haven team is that this couple is the ideal match for these two felines. Tomorrow, Papa and Ivory will travel on the ferry to their new happy home on the island! Safe Haven takes its commitment to rescued cats serious-

ly. The shelter only adopts out to those who feel that same level of commitment and responsibility. For the socialized cats, volunteers do virtual or in-person home visits and check personal references and vet records. They do the same for the feral cats, but ask that potential adopters visit with the cats several times before adopting. This past summer, Safe Haven rescued a colony of 32 feral cats. Twenty-one of them still live at the shelter in a beautiful sunny room, where they are socialized by volunteers. These deserving creatures are available for adoption in pairs – they really deserve the commitment Safe Haven volunteers requires!

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“Chefs for Seniors” Warms Hearts

KITTERY An affordable personal chef service, Chefs for Seniors, is helping seniors and those with difficulty preparing meals, eat better. Launched in May of this year to serve Seacoast New Hampshire and Maine, the service has been filling a growing need for healthy, delicious meals prepared in the client’s home. Chefs for Seniors is an inhome meal preparation service with a wide array of local, seasonal food choices, and the ability to cater to those with dietary restrictions or particular medical needs. The service is a reasonably priced option for those who want fresh home-cooked meals, but who may be physically unable or do not want to cook for themselves. With Maine being one of the two states – the other is Vermont – with the fastest growing senior population, the time was right. According to Chef Mike Burrell, owner of the Chefs for Seniors franchise on the North Shore and Essex County, MA, and now in this area, “We saw a real need for our services on the Seacoast and southern Maine. Our service

York, Me

The Senior Citizen Advisory Board of York is accepting applications for the eldest citizen in 2024 for the Boston Post Cane. The recipient should be at least 100 years old. To submit an application, provide the name of the recipient and how to reach them to Deborah Meyers at (603) 502-9362 or DJMeyers6666@yahoo.com or www.yorkmaine.org (search for “Boston Post Cane”)

is all about improving seniors lives through food. We believe that delicious, wholesome food is part of a healthy and satisfying life.” Burrill has over 20 years of food service experience, ranging from fine restaurants to senior care communities in the Greater Boston area. Burrell brought local chef and entrepreneur, Jean Kerr, who has both culinary and senior care experience, on board to head up the expansion into the Seacoast. “I brought Jean on board as Chef and Community Liaison to help us grow in this area. So far, we’ve had a lot of interest and a steadily growing client base.” The service offers a wide variety of menu options, which includes selected chef creations inspired by the region and season. Clients select their desired meals in advance, and their personal chef does the grocery shopping, brings in necessary cooking tools, and prepares a range of meals in the client’s own kitchen. The meals are stored according to the client’s preferences, for freezing, microwaving, or oven heating. The chefs make sure the kitchen is clean before leaving the house. Affordable weekly and biweekly plans offer a wide choice of delicious meals, such as Beef Stroganoff, Apricot Glazed Chicken, and Lemon Butter Crusted Haddock, along with classic comfort food like meatloaf and chicken pot pie. Chefs for Seniors was founded in 2013 by Barrett Allman and son Nathan Allman. The Allmans were inspired by the needs of older family members who couldn’t cook meals for themselves and had to enter into assisted living. The Chefs for Seniors meal delivery service has been featured by NPR, The Boston Globe, Fast Company, and more. Within the last few years, the organization has expanded across the country. For more information, visit www.chefsforseniors.com or call 603-601-4644.

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Trick-or-Treating Traditions As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, Halloween enthusiasts across the globe eagerly anticipate the time-honored tradition of trick-or-treating. But how did this delightful custom of dressing up in costumes and going door-to-door for candy and treats come to be? The history of trick-or-treating is a fascinating journey through time and through various cultural influences. The roots of trick-or-treating can be traced back to ancient Celtic traditions, particularly the festival of Samhain. Samhain marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of the dark, cold winter, a time when

the boundary between the living and the dead was believed to be thin. To ward off malevolent spirits and honor deceased loved ones, the Celts would leave offerings of food and drink outside their homes. This practice eventually evolved into the notion of receiving treats to avert tricks. When the Roman Empire conquered the Celtic territories, they integrated aspects of Samhain into their own festivals, including Feralia and Pomona. Feralia commemorated the passing of the dead, while Pomona celebrated the goddess of fruit and trees. Apples were commonly associated with Pomona, and this may have contributed

Halloween Bark - A Tasty Treat Creating fun and tasty Halloween treats requires both a touch of creativity and a dash of Halloween spirit. Crafting one’s own chocolate and candy bark is a fantastic way to blend the essence of Halloween’s iconic candies and sweets into a single, mouthwatering indulgence. According to the website www.bakingbites.com, chocolate bark is essentially a canvas of chocolate that is adorned with any array of additions, such as nuts, dried fruits, candies, crushed pretzels, or even more chocolate. The magic of bark lies in its simplicity, as there are no rules when making the candy. The homemade treat can be broken into bite-sized portions and enjoyed by everybody. To make Halloween bark, the first step is melting the chocolate. One can opt for candymaking chocolate, which might require tempering and gentle pouring, or simply melt down chocolate bars and chips. Double-boiling the chocolate over simmering water is the preferred method for achieving the desired chocolate consistency, but many often opt to simply microwave it on low instead. Either method yields the same result. Once the chocolate is melted, stir gently and then spread it over a pan lined with parchment paper or an alternative nonstick surface, such as oiled aluminum foil. The best time to add the chosen bark ingredients is while the chocolate is slightly cooled and is still a little sticky.

For Halloween, candy corn, pretzels, raisins, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and even dried cranberries can be used to infuse that seasonal charm. Of course, there is the creative freedom to tailor the bark to any flavor profile desired, and there are no rules as to the “best” way to make it. For an extra dose of fun, consider adding gummy worms, candied oranges, or other candies that protrude from the bark, creating a captivating 3-D effect. For an added aesthetic flair, some might opt for drizzling white chocolate or colored melting candies in shades of orange and yellow over the base layers, enhancing the Halloween theme. This playful twist ensures that the Halloween treats appeal to both the eyes and the taste buds. Crafting Halloween bark is not only a fun culinary adventure for the entire household but a creative expression of the Halloween spirit. Whether a seasoned chocolatier or a novice in the kitchen, this confectionery delight offers a captivating canvas for imaginations to run wild. The beauty of Halloween bark lies in its versatility, allowing for personalization with any array of festive, seasonal ingredients. So, embrace the fun, experiment, and let Halloween bark become a wickedly wonderful centerpiece of a Halloween celebration. Happy Halloween! Article content provided by MetroCreative. The Weekly Sentinel does not endorse any products or services suggested by articles from MetroCreative.

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to the incorporation of applebobbing games into Halloween traditions. Fast forward to medieval Europe, where a Christianized version of the Celtic festival emerged as “All Hallows’ Eve” or “Hallowe’en.” In an attempt to co-opt pagan traditions, the church encouraged the poor to go “souling” on this night. Soulers would visit homes and offer prayers in exchange for “soul cakes,” small, sweet pastries. This act of going door-to-door and receiving treats laid the groundwork for modern trickor-treating. The concept of dressing up in costumes during Halloween became more prevalent in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Irish and Scottish immigrants brought their Halloween traditions with them, including the practice of dressing as ghosts, witches, and other supernatural beings to scare away malevolent spirits. By the 1920s, however, pranks had become the Halloween activity of choice for rowdy young people. The Great Depression exacerbated the problem, with Halloween mischief often devolving into vandalism, physical assaults and sporadic acts of violence. One theory suggests that excessive pranks on Halloween led to the widespread adoption of the organized, community-based trick-or-treating tradition in the 1930s. This trend was abruptly curtailed, however, with the outbreak of World War II, when sugar rationing meant there were few treats to hand out. At the height of the postwar baby boom, trick-or-treating reclaimed its place among other Halloween customs. It quickly became standard practice for millions of children in America’s cities and newly built suburbs. No longer constrained by sugar rationing, candy companies capitalized on the lucrative ritual, launching national advertising campaigns specifically aimed at Halloween. It was also around this time that See TREATS on page 27 . . .

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Overeaters Anonymous

Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at First Federated Parish Church, 150 Main St., South Berwick; Fridays at 9 a.m. at First Parish Church Hall, 180 York St., York. For those who struggle with food, weight, or unwanted food behaviors. Fellowship and support, free of cost. FMI: www.oa.org.

GriefShare

Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., at Cape N eddick Baptist Church, 3 4 River Rd., York. A weekly, faithbased, support group to help those suffering the loss of a loved one. FMI: www.griefshare.org/ groups/173773 or capeneddickbaptistchurch@gmail.com.

York Rotary Club

York Rotary Club now meets on the ﬁrst and third Friday of each month, 7:20-8:30 a.m. at the York Public Library community room. Breakfast will be served. FMI: www.yorkmerotary.org or susan. gross@maine.rr.com.

Kittery Community Market

Sundays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Post Ofﬁce Square, 10 Shapleigh Rd., Kittery. Produce, artisan crafts, and live music. Through November 19. FMI: www.kitterycommunitymarket.com.

Friday, October 20 Trick or Treating in Ogunquit

Get an early start on Halloween by participating in OgunquitFest trick or treating, Friday night downtown. Fun for all. Participating business will have their Trick or Treat posters in the windows – keep an eye out!

Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

6 p.m. at Old York Museum Center, 3 Lindsay Rd., York. Campbell Harmon returns to Old York for a third year. Harmon, who speaks in character as Edgar Allan Poe, presents a dramatic reading of a selection of his classic Victorian poems. Reading takes place by candlelight; afterwards, guests may sip Madeira by the outdoor ﬁrepit. Seating is limited, reservations required at www.oldyork.org.

Saturday, October 21 USPS Hiring Open House

To ﬁll immediate vacancies across the state, the Postal Service will be hosting a massive hiring event at select locations in Biddeford and Portland, among others. Career counsellors will be available at these ofﬁces to walk through the application process. Openings for carriers, mail handlers, automotive technicians, and clerks throughout Maine. FMI: www. visitusps.comandfacts.usps.com, stephen.n.doherty@usps.gov, or 617-529-8751.

Citizen Planner Academy Workshop

9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Rd., Kittery. Hosted by the Kittery Housing Committee, in partnership with the Urban Land Institute. Participants learn the ins and outs of planning and community development first-hand. Free, registration required at www. kitteryme.gov/citizenplanneracademy, jgarnham@kitteryme.org, or 207-475-1307.

Wells Elks #2738 Craft Fair

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at 356 Bald Hill Rd., Wells. Arts, crafts, jewelry, rafﬂes, food, drinks. Free admission. FMI: wellselkspr@gmail.com, 207-4594539, or 207-251-1515.

Portal of Awareness Walk

9:30-10:45 a.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Grief worker Elizabeth Straka leads a facilitated walk to discuss principles of compassion and elements of awareness. Free. Registration required at strakaspeechlanguage@gmail. com. FMI: www.wellsreserve.org or 207-646-1555.

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Dogtoberfest

11 a.m. at Ogunquit Beach, main beach entrance. Sponsored by the Ogunquit Dog Park. Dog owners and their pooches near and far are invited! Register at entrance to main beach. Dogs in costume beach walk, best costume judging and awards at noon. Rain date: Sunday, October 22. FMI: ogunquitdogpark@gmail.com.

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Salmon Falls Tidal Waters Project Fundraiser

12-4 p.m. at Cummings Mill Park, South Berwick. Live music, light refreshments, a rafﬂe and silent auction, brief speaking program with GWRLT Board Member and Project Manager Tin Smith and GWRLT Executive Director Jordan Kelley. FMI and to RSVP: www. gwrlt.org/w2w or 603-505-2243.

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October Curbside Café

4-5 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Eliot, 1361 State Rd. Meat or Turkey Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and homemade blueberry pie. $12; ready for pick up at 4 p.m. Proceeds go to church ministries. FMI and to order ahead: www.eliotucc.org or 207439-1105.

OHM Ghostly Tours

6-8 p.m. at Ogunquit Heritage Museum, 86 Obeds Ln., Ogunquit. Are they myths or is there more to

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A wonderfully spooky evening, sponsored by Wells Parks and Recreation. Half-hour time slots available all night, at Walter Marsh Recreation Park, 412 Branch Rd., Wells. Travel down the haunted trail on a hay wagon and witness the creepy, unearthly, and mysterious scenes along the way. Concessions and music also provided. Tickets available in 1/2 hour time slots, and must be presented at entrance for admission. $13; ages four and under, free. No refunds. Rain date: Sunday, October 22. FMI and tickets: https://wellsme. myrec.com/info/products/default. aspx.

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Event rescheduled due to weather. 10 a.m. at the Oarweed Restaurant, 65 Perkins Cover Rd., Ogunquit, for a costume contest and parade with the Ogunquit Parks & Recreation. Trick-or-treating until 11:30 a.m. More activities across the bridge! FMI: www.ogunquit. org/

Maine Maker’s Market

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Cliff House, 591 Shore Rd., Cape Neddick. More than 50 Maine makers in a wide variety of industries showcase hand-crafted products. Free. FMI: www.cliffhousemaine.com or 207-361-1000.

Agamentacus Ski Club Beach Race

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Long Sands Beach, York. Annual 5K running race raises funds for the Agamenticus Ski Club, a 501(c)3 non-profit that offers a broad range of programs, events, and training opportunities for recreational skiers and racers in greater York. FMI: www.agamenticusski. org.

Monday, October 23 Retirement Readiness Seminar

6-8 p.m. at The Forest Clubhouse, Pointed Fir Blvd., Wells. A panel of six professionals will discuss topics which include ﬁnancial and physical health, Medicare basics,

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Tuesday, October 24 York River Study Committee Meeting

5:30-7 p.m. at the Kittery Community Center Banquet Room, 120 Rogers Rd., Kittery. The York River Study Committee was formed in 2015 with town-appointed area members and agency repre sentatives throughout the state. The Committee recommended a Partnership Wild and Scenic River designation for York River and its tributaries and developed the York River Watershed Stewardship Plan. Meetings are open to the public. FMI: www.yorkrivermaine. org.

Wednesday, October 25 UHC Health Plan Seminar

10:30-11:30 a.m. at The Center at the Lower Village, 175 Port Rd., Kennebunk. Kathy Kotakis of the Senior Planning Center provides information about United Healthcare and Medicare plans. Health plan enrollment is open until December 7. Free, registration required at 207-332-6732.

Aetna Health Plan Seminar

2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Bull ‘N’ Claw Restaurant, 2270 Post Rd., Wells. Kathy Kotakis of the Senior Planning Center provides information about Aetna health plans. Health plan enrollment is open until December 7. Free, registration required at 207-332-6732.

Community First Nonprofit Fair

5-6:30 p.m. at the Kittery Community Center gymnasium, 120 Rogers Rd. Learn about nonproﬁts in the area and ﬁnd ways to get involved. Over 30 organizations will be on-site with a variety of exhibits, information and resources. Refreshments and tastings of soup and pie from the KCC’s Soup’s On program will be available. Free and open to the public.

Thursday, October 26 Lunch & Learn: Battling Hand Arthritis

12 p.m. J oin Dr. Maximilian A. Meyer of Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine at the York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Rd., York. Dr. Meyer is a fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeon who will discuss arthritis of the hand and how he evaluates and treats this very common problem. Attendees will receive a box lunch, provided courtesy of York Hospital, to take home following the presentation. FMI: www.atlanticorthopaedics.org/lunchandlearn.

Hip and Knee Arthritis: Moving Toward Mobility

3-4 p.m. at SMHC Bariatrics, 72 Main St., Kennebunk. Join Dr. Frank Goudreau for a presentation and Q&A session. Dr. Goudreau will talk about arthritis causes, risk factors, prevention, lifestyle management, treatment, and the pros and cons of surgical vs. nonsurgical options. FMI and to RSVP: jill.knutson@mainehealth. org or 207-294-8852.

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Bird Seed Sale Early Deadline

4 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Stock up on bird seed through the annual York County Audubon and Wells Reser ve premium-quality seed sale. Fill feeders while giving a boost to education programs at two local nonproﬁts. Orders must be in by Friday, October 27 for the best prices. Download an order form at www.wellsreserve.org/seedsale. FMI: 207-646-1555.

Festival of Frights Parade

4 p.m. at Ellis Park, Ocean Ave., York. Kids and parents dressed in Halloween costumes meet and march from the park to the Center for Active Living, 36 Main St., where vehicles will be lined up to hand out candy and non-food treats (for allergy sensitivities). Sponsored by York Parks & Recreation. FMI: www.yorkparksandrec. org and www.yorkpublicworks. org/community-events.

Kids Night at the Museum

5-7:30 p.m. at Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Children ages 7-12 explore the traditions of Dia de Los Muertos, celebrating family and loved ones. Kids will learn about the Day of the Dead and make their own sugar skulls. After the craft, they will settle in for pizza, popcorn and the movie, “Coco.” For children ages 7-12. $40 per child, $5 off for siblings. Price includes craft, pizza, and movie. FMI and to register: www. brickstoremuseum.org.

Haunted Lighthouses

7-9 p.m. at Kittery Lions Club, 117 State Rd., Kittery. Paranormal expert Ron Kolek and lighthouse historian Jeremy D’Entremont present a multimedia presentation on New England’s haunted lighthouses, featuring personal observations. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes; prizes awarded for the best ones. Silent auction and refreshments. $20. Advance reservation required at www.portsmouthnhtickets.com.

Saturday, October 28 Pumpkin & Pie Fair

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Wells Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells. Big basket raffle, pies, baked goods, crafts. Tables for rent, $25. Event to be held outdoors, inside if bad weather. FMI: 207-646-7775.

Continuous tours cover a half-mile loop through Hope Cemetery. Costumed interpreters portray historical ﬁgures and share their stories. Participants learn local history through tales of residents from bygone eras. Not too spooky, a perfect family activity. $15 per person, children under 12, free. Advanced reservations required; limited “walk in” spots possible but not guaranteed. FMI and tickets: www.brickstoremuseum.org.

Ghost & Ghoul Trail & Trunk ‘N’ Treat

4:30-7:30 p.m. Memorial Field, Berwick. The Berwick Recreation Department invites the little ones to walk Ghostly Ghoul Trail in their costumes! Start at 71 Sullivan St. parking lot through Memorial Field, then Trunk ‘N’ Treat at the

25 Sweetser St. parking lot. Light refreshments and photo booth also on site. Rain date: Sunday, October 29. Register at https:// berwickme.myrec.com.

Full Moon Walk

5-7 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. The sun sets at 5:39 p.m. and the moon rises at 5:31 p.m. Watch from the Knight Trail at the Wells Reserve, then walk to be beach to observe the moon over the ocean. $8/$6. Registration required at linda@wellsnerr. org. FMI: www.wellsreserve.org or 207-646-1555.

Sunday, October 29 Halloween Trick or Treat Party

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Kittery Community Market, 10 Shapleigh Rd.,

Kittery. Get ready for a spooktacular time! Trick or treating from 40 vendors, scavenger hunt, costume party, magic and balloon art by Sages Entertainment, live music by Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group, and more. FMI: www.kitterycommunitymarket.com /event/halloween-trick-or-treatparty.

Fun with Fungi

1-4 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Dr. Lawrence Millman gives a one-hour indoor presentation on fungal ecology, followed by a two-hour trail walk. Learn about the importance of habitat with respect to fungi and how to identify based on diagnostic features. For ages 21 and up. $30/$25. Registration required at suzanne@wellsnerr.org or 207-646-1555 x 116.

Yard & Plant Sale

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Kennebunkport, 141 North St. Fall perennials, house plants, a variety of items for sale. Cash and checks accepted. All proceeds to beneﬁt the church. FMI: 207-967-3897.

Dunnybrook Hunter’s Brunch

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the #11 Schoolhouse on the corner of Emery’s Bridge and Belle Marsh Roads, South Berwick. $10 donation; proceeds to beneﬁt the continued restoration of the schoolhouse.

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Calling All Artists

The library features a different local artist every two months. Artists interested in displaying artwork can contact the library for further information.

Decorated Pumpkin Contest

Voting runs Saturday, October 21 - Saturday, October 28. Decorate a pumpkin with paint, glue, glitter. No carved pumpkins, as they rot too quickly - whole pumpkins only. Decorated pumpkins can be dropped off at the library between Tuesday, October 17 and Friday, October 20. Open to all ages. Winners announced on Saturday, October 28. Good luck to all pumpkin artists!

Book-N-Treat

Saturday, October 21 - Saturday, October 28. Book-n-Treat is back! Children who visit the library between October 21 and 28 get both a treat and a book to keep. Be sure to vote for a favorite decorated pumpkin while visiting the library!

Trunk-N-Treat

Saturday, October 28, 4:30 p.m. at Memorial Field. Library staff members will be wearing special themed costumes! Join in and pick up some treats along the way! FMI: contact the Berwick Recreation Department at srogers@berwickmaine.org or call 207-698-1101 x 115.

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D.A. Hurd Library Halloween Costume Swap

Now through Tuesday, October 31.

Book Witch Craft

Wednesday, October 25, 2:304:30 p.m.

“Toast to the Ghost of Poe” Reading

Continuum Arts Collective has donated instruments for the library’s “Try Before You Apply” partnership program. Instruments are available for all North Berwick residents to borrow for a week. K-12 students who borrow them can then apply for their own at www.continuumarts.org/apply.

Library STEM Kits

Kits include astronomy, createa-chain-reaction, engineering, gaming, human body, hydraulics engineering, metal detecting, natural disasters, 4-H galactic quest, rocks-gemstones-minerals, and littleBits Coding. There are also backyard game kits, several game kits, and an audio kit for audiobooks.

Adult Social Time

Mondays at 10 a.m. Coffee, tea, cocoa, light snacks.

Chair Yoga

Mondays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. with Maggie Cataldi, $15 per class.

Teen/YA Book Club Mondays at 3:45 p.m.

Coffee, Craft, and Chat

Digital Literacy Trainings

LEGO Club

Friday, October 27 at 11:30 a.m. The library will help patrons utilize new resources in workshops which will focus on training for older adults, increasing their digital literacy skills. Training and resources will aim to help maintain independence, access information easily, and stay connected with family and friends.

Seed Library

Seed Library is now available in its own seed catalog. Please take free seeds, grow the plants, then save the seeds to donate back to next year’s seed catalog. Share a favorite special recipe with the library, to be compiled for library-related reading programs. Recipe cards available to pick up at the circulation desk.

Elder Law, Estate Planning & Probate

Borrow Instruments

Thursday, October 26, 6 p.m. at the Lady Mary Inn.

Recipe Swap

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Sawyer Community, Lebanon, South Berwick Public, Berwick Public, and D.A. Hurd libraries to borrow for a week at a time. Thanks to York County Audubon!

Birding Backpacks

York County Audubon Birding Backpacks are available at the library for patrons of the Martha

Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.

Cubing Club

Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Cribbage Crew

Tuesdays, 5 p.m.

Yarn Divas Knitting and Crochet Club

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Hand & Machine Sewing Thursdays, 1:30-3 p.m.

Science Club

Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Adult Coloring

Fridays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Coloring for relaxation. All ages welcome.

Dungeons & Dragons Saturdays at 10 a.m.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-676-2215 or visit www.dahurdlibrary.org.

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Graves Memorial Library Furry Tails with Animal Welfare Society

Friday, October 20 at 10 a.m.

LEGO Club

Thursday, October 26 at 3:15 p.m.

Movie Night

Thursday, October 26 at 6:45 p.m. Movie will be rated PG, TBA.

Spooktacular Halloween Parade Story Time

Friday, Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. Wear your best costume to the Halloween Parade Story Time. Spooky crafts and treats. It will be “adoraboo!”

The Aging Brain Talk

Tuesday, October 31 at 2 p.m. Susan Whery, MD, and Grace Simonson, OMS-II will talk about ways to stay healthy, reduce risk, and live well with dementia.

“Scooby Doo Where are You?”

Tuesday, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. Fiveminute spooky stories.

Study/Work Spaces Available

Looking for a quiet place to work, or join a zoom call? Consider the Graves Library Business Center when in need of a place to get organized or connect to work remotely. Call the library with any questions. We can help!

Library Book Sale

The library encourages visitors to check out the ongoing book sale in the basement. Thousands of books and DVDs in great condition for sale at very low prices. Inventory is always changing. All proceeds go to beneﬁt the library.

Museum Passes Available

Port Knitters

Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. Calling all fellow knitters! Bring in any current knitting project and supplies.

Tech Help

Weekdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. For those trying to set up a social media account, download a book, make a picture folder, learn how to add to a virtual shopping cart, etc. Staff members help with technology needs, any time during library hours. No appointment necessary.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

Kennebunk Free Library Dragon Hunters and Treasure Seekers Guild

Mondays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Hanks Room. For new and experienced players. Bring in a character from a previous game, make a new one, or use an existing character from the starter set. All other supplies provided. Ages 10 through teen; new players always encouraged.

Spanish Conversation

Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Practice conversational Spanish with educator and native Spanish-speaker Eva Hernandez. Eva is looking forward to getting to know people in the community through this program. Registration is appreciated but not required. This program is free and wheelchair accessible.

In Stitches

Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. in the Walker Room. Masks required. Grab that half-finished project and enjoy the company of others. All skill levels are welcome. Also meets on Zoom on the ﬁrst Tuesday of every month.

Passes are available to area museums: Coastal Maine Botanical Garden, Boothbay; Seashore Trolley Museum, Arundel; Brick Store Museum, Kennebunk; Ogunquit Museum of American Art, Ogunquit; Portland Museum of Art, Portland, and the Children’s Museum and Theater of Maine, Portland. Please call ahead to reserve passes.

Tech Time

Artists of the Graves Library

Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Knit, crochet, embroider, and chat. Show off knitting creations, get tips on crochet technique, chat with old friends and make some new ones. All ages and levels of ability are encouraged to join.

Work created by staff, volunteers, and library members. The exhibition showcases a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums. New pieces come and go as items sell, with half of proceeds from each sale going to beneﬁt the library.

What’s Your Story?

Mondays at 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook, YouTube channel and on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301. Library Director Mary-Lou Boucouvalas sits down with a community member and talks to them about where they came from, what they do, and what their interests are.

Portside Readers

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook, YouTube channel and on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301. Stories, poems, tales, essays, drama, songs and more by the Portside Readers, a small group of local actors, writers, book club members and musicians.

Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 2-5 p.m. Technology can move too fast for some to keep up. The library is here to help. Sign-up for 45-minute one-on-one appointments. Learn to download eBooks and apps, make heads or tails of a new device, and troubleshoot software.

Fiber Arts Group

For More Information

Call the library at 207-985-2173 or visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.

Ogunquit Memorial Library Book Arts

Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. The group is back and meets weekly at the library. Interested newcomers are welcome to join in and learn the art of bookbinding.

The Warming Project, and are looking for crafters to help make blankets, scarves, mittens, hats, and socks for the unsheltered on the seacoast. Folks can knit, crochet, or sew these items. Yarn can be provided; yarn donations also accepted.

Ogunquit Historic Group

Wednesday, October 25 at 2:30 p.m. This month’s topic: The Characters of Ogunquit Past. Meets monthly to document the formal and informal history of Ogunquit. If there is an interesting town character from the past to talk about, we would love to hear! Bring knowledge and memories, and join the discussion.

Friday, October 27 at 4 p.m. Movie TBA will be rated PG; popcorn and water provided.

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Family Halloween Party

French Conversation

Saturday, October 28, 12-2 p.m. Costumes are encouraged!

Teen Ghost Stories and Pumpkin Carving

Tuesday, October 31, 6-7 p.m. Sign-up required.

Knitting Group

Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m.

Book Discussion

First Wednesday of each month. Next discussion will be November 4 at 6 p.m.: “The Sorcerer of Pyongyang,” By Marcel Theroux.

Fiber Arts

Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Show off latest knitting creations, get tips on crochet techniques, chat with old friends, make some new ones. All ages, levels of ability are encouraged to join.

LEGO and Rubik’s Cube Club

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Writer’s Group

Saturdays, 2-3 p.m.

Fridays at 3 p.m. Build master creations with LEGOs provided by the library. The library also has Rubik’s cubes on hand with instructions on how to solve them. All ages welcome.

Bluegrass Jam Band

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Children’s Halloween Party

Call the library at 207-646-9024 or visit www.ogunquitlibrary.com.

Saturday, October 28, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bluegrass and country musicians get together to jam. Sessions are open to the public. Bring an instrument and start picking along! Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. on the second ﬂoor. Stories, play, and a small take-home craft or coloring page. For children up to age 5 and their caregivers. No registration necessary. Wednesdays at 4 p.m. on the second ﬂ oor. For builders ages 5-12. Casual, drop-in building and play. All that is needed is imagination!

Teen Crafternoon

Wednesdays at 4 p.m. For ages 12-18. An afternoon of crafts with resident crafting queen, Greta.

Oneness Meditation with Deeksha

Every third Saturday of the month, starting October 21, 10-11:30 a.m. Take a break, quiet the mind, and discover the beneﬁts of meditation in a sacred transfer of energy. Embark on a journey of self-discovery. No registration required. FMI: email marael@me.com. For More Information Call the library at 207-439-1553 or visit www.rice.lib.me.us. South Berwick Public Library

Thursdays, 1-4 p.m.

Call the library at 207-384-3308 or visit www.southberwicklibrary.org.

Wednesday, October 25 at 1 p.m. Celebrate the spirit of the season by working with fellow detectives to solve a mystery in the library. Snacks will be provided. For students grades 5 and up. Thursday, October 26 at 6 p.m. Kids and their families are invited to come in costume and participate in a spooky scavenger hunt, play ghostly games, and make not-so-creepy crafts.

SMAA Medicare Sessions

Monday, October 30 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Southern Maine on Aging Medicare Program will provide an unbiased free service to help make informed decisions about health insurance. FMI: 207396-6524.

Haunted New England with Chris Daley

Tuesday, October 31 at 5:3 0 p.m. A spooky evening of history, legend and myth. Local folklore of vampires, murders, horrors,

Read ‘til You Bleed

October reading competition. Win prizes! Sign up at the front desk.

Crafternoon: Fork Painted Black Cat

Friday, October 20, 12-5 p.m., all ages.

Cult Classics Movie Night

Wednesday, October 25 at 7 p.m.

Family Movie

Call the library at 207-646-8181 or visit www.wellslibrary.org.

The library is officially fine-free. All outstanding late fines have been forgiven, and late fines will no longer be assessed going forward. Charges for lost and damaged materials still apply.

K9 Noseworks

Saturday, October 21, 9:30-11 a.m. K9 Noseworks will be presenting a search dog demonstration and discussion. Different breeds of dogs will be on hand demonstrating scent detection work.

Creepy Craft Night

Tuesday, October 24 at 5 p.m. For tweens and teens. Participants will create eyeball ﬂowers and spooky potion bottles, just in time for Halloween!

Haunted Happenings

Friday, October 27, 6-8 p.m. at the William Fogg House. Tickets are now available for Haunted Happenings, a family-friendly, mildly spooky Halloween event. $2 for adults, $1 for children. Kids under ﬁve are admitted for free! The ﬁrst

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Senator Collins Visits YCCC in Wells WELLS U.S. Senator Susan Collins recently delivered the keynote address and participated in a Q&A session at York County Community College’s (YCCC) Eggs & Issues Breakfast. Approximately 80 members of the college community were in attendance, including students, local residents, YCCC President Michael Fischer, and Maine Community College System President Dave Daigler. During her remarks, Senator Collins commended YCCC on its career-focused curriculum and commitment to enhancing the quality of life and economic prosperity of Maine through excellence in education. She concluded by discussing her recent efforts in Washington to support YCCC and Maine’s community college system students access opportunities to develop critical skills to be prepared for the jobs of today and the future. “From 156 students and three degree programs in 1995 to 1,700 students and more than 50 career paths today, the leadership, faculty, and staff have built a powerful growth engine for the people and businesses of this community,” said Senator Collins. “Earlier this year, I asked

my staff to work with President Daigler to explore opportunities for the Pentagon, Maine-based employers, the Maine Community College System, the University of Maine, and the State to work together to make sure we have a pipeline of skilled workers to meet the requirements of Maine companies in the defense sector. The people of Maine are proud of our community college system, and it is essential that federal legislation, policies, and programs support your efforts.” This past July, Collins announced that she advanced $986,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) to upgrade lab equipment and expand workforce training programs at YCCC through the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Labor, Health and Human Services, and Educa-

tion appropriations bill. The bill, which was officially approved by the Senate Appropriations Committee, now awaits consideration by the full Senate and House. This request is part of more than $13 million Senator Collins advanced for Maine’s community colleges. YCCC hosts the Eg gs & Issues forum as part of its mission to help provide information and education about issues affecting York County and the State of Maine. Established in 1994, YCCC is one of seven community colleges in the Maine Community College System. The college annually enrolls nearly 3,000 students in certificate and associate degree programs, continuing education, career and professional development, and business training.

KeyBank Announces Charitable Donations to Nonprofits STATEWIDE KeyBank and KeyBank Foundation recently announced 21 charitable donations made recently to nonprofit organizations across the state of Maine. The gifts focus support to address homelessness, food insecurity, financial literacy, preventative healthcare and more. The charitable donations total $347,000 and are part of KeyBank’s community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods. “At KeyBank, our mission is helping our clients and communities thrive, and that includes supporting local nonprofits that improve the health and vibrancy of the communities we serve,” said KeyBank Maine Market President Tony DiSotto. “With these recent donations, we have been able to invest in communities throughout the state of Maine. We value these community partners and are proud to support their work.” The charitable donations announced have been made to the following community organizations: Aroostook County Action Program for its Connecting

Aroostook Youth with Local Employment (CAYLE) program which supports to low-income Aroostook County high school and college-aged students with employment, job-shadowing, and on-the-job training with local employers. Junior Achievement for its high school financial literacy curriculum. Olympia Snowe Women’s Leadership Institute for its “My Values,” “My Voice” and “My Vision” program at Lewiston High School Portland Housing Services Corporation to provide financial support for post-secondary education to low-income subsidized housing residents through its Portland Housing Scholarship

Fund. The Mitchell Institute in support of its goal of increasing educational opportunity for Maine students. Tree Street Youth Inc. (pictured) for their Motivating Adolescence Pursuing Leadership Experiences (MAPLE) providing social-emotional development, academic success, leadership skills, workforce development and college/career prep for at-risk teens and young adults. Give It. Get It to support its Digital Inclusion and Equity Sponsorship Fund, which provides refurbished personal computers and technical training in an effort to help people break the cycle of poverty, underemployment, and dependence on social

Nominations Open for Area Citizen, Volunteer, Business of the Year KITTERY & YORK The Town of Kittery and the York Region Chamber of Commerce are now accepting nominations for the Kittery Citizen, Volunteer and Business of the Year Awards. These awards recognize notable contributions to the community by both individuals and businesses. Winners will be celebrated at the annual banquet, and their achievements will be shared through the Chamber and local media. The Kittery Citizen of the Year Award is for a citizen who has significantly contributed to the Kittery community. This award specifically acknowledges an individual’s efforts towards the community. The Kittery Volunteer of the Year Award is for an individual or team that has

made a notable contribution to a specific event or non-profit organization, and the Kittery Business of the Year Award recognizes businesses that have positively impacted the community’s economic growth and stability. Nominations for all three awards close Wednesday, November 1. Completed forms can be mailed to the York Region Chamber of Commerce, 1 Stonewall Ln, York, ME 03909, or emailed to holly@yorkme.org. The Town of Kittery and the York Region Chamber of Commerce urge everyone to participate in the nomination process to honor deserving contributors to the Kittery community. For more information and to download a form, visit www. kitteryme.gov/chamberawards.

Community Nights at Brickyard Hollow OGUNQUIT Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company is known for its dedication to community enrichment across the state, and has widened the reach of its “Community Nights” programs to include their Ogunquit location. Ogunquit, known for its beaches, scenic beauty and thriving arts scene, offers the perfect backdrop for the brewery to offer a space for local organizations to engage in purposeful fundraising activities. With over $50,000 already funneled into local Maine causes through the brewery’s “Community Nights” program, the brewery is dedicated to partner with area organizations to augment this figure. From non-profits focusing on social issues to educa-

tional initiatives, the community brewery welcomes organizations to join in. As a member of the Maine Brewshed Alliance, Brickyard Hollow’s initiatives do not just stop at gastronomic delights. The company is committed to positive societal and environmental impacts, staying true to their mantra, “Better, Together.” Brickyard Hollow offers the Ogunquit location as a venue to manifest these ideals in concrete community actions. Area organizations who wish to be a part of “Community Nights,” please remember that a four-week notice is required for optimal planning, publicity, and execution. For more information, email at info@brickyardhollow.com.

services through inclusion in digital community spaces and overall Digital Equity. Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center to support instruction in digital technology, financial literacy, and online marketing as part of a comprehensive training and technical assistance program to stimulate new business startups led by immigrant women. McCauley House to support +MPower Workforce Development program which provides workforce and skills training and career pathway coaching for New Mainers. Safe, Vital Neighborhoods (includes affordable housing, health and wellness, basic needs, and social equity). Bangor Homeless Shelter under Neighbors for emergency

shelter and supportive services to people who are homeless or at risk and to advocate for collaborative, locally driven solutions to end homelessness. Furniture Friends to support their furniture donation program to people in need throughout Greater Portland. Good Shepherd Food Bank to support the food bank’s procurement and distribution of nutritious, culturally relevant food for people in need across the state. Maine Inside Out supporting their theater programs about social change. Maine Medical Center to support the center’s Preventive Medicine Enhancement Program for Maine (PrevME). Portland Trails for the See KEY on page 19 . . .

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~ News ~ Local Officials Applaud Climate Action Grant for Eliot ELIOT Recently, the Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future announced that the Town of Eliot was selected to receive a $50,000 Community Resilience Partnership Community Action Grant award from the state. The funding will be used to complete a climate change vulnerability and resilience assessment. “This grant will help our community better understand

the local impacts of climate change and give us necessary, valuable information to inform our future planning,” said Representative Michele Meyer, DEliot, who advocated for the funding. “That means we will be more able to protect public safety, our community’s infrastructure and the natural resources that, along with our people, make this such a special place to live.” Noting the communitydriven approach taken by the

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people of Eliot, State Senator Mark Lawrence, D-York, adds that the funding represents “a great step in creating a community that’s prepared for climate change.” “Eliot demonstrated its commitment to a decarbonized energy future by installing its second municipal solar array in 2018. Our 2022 Climate Resiliency Assessment identified future steps along this path as well as ways our community can embrace the future of transportation. But it highlighted an urgent need to take a deeper look at how our low lying, coastal community should start to adapt to rising sea levels and greater precipitation,” said Christine Bennett, Eliot Planning Board Chair and

Comprehensive Plan Committee Co-Chair. Kari Schank-Moore, Chair of the Eliot Conservation Commission, and co-Chair of the Comprehensive Plan Committee, responded to the news saying “vulnerable fish and wildlife habitat including the headwaters of the York River reside in Eliot. This grant provides an incredible and timely opportunity to integrate climate strategies into Eliot’s ongoing conservation and open space planning efforts that will have a lasting impact for generations to come.” The town joined the Com-

munity Resilience Partnership in 2022 after a stakeholder meeting, public workshop and Select Board municipal resolution identified priority action items the community can take to adapt to climate change and reduce the town’s greenhouse gas footprint. Eliot Town Planner Jeff Brubaker indicates the vulnerability assessment will begin this fall. This is the third round of funding announced for Community Action Grants. The program made awards to 53 communities this round, totaling $2.4 million. Statewide, 174 communities have joined the Community Resilience Partnership.

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Millenium Granite Quarry Tour

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quarry’s history, its operations, and the impact granite has had on architecture, both near and far. Wells has been known as a regional source of granite since the 19th century. Builders and craftspeople first identified areas of exposed granite ledge, called “motions,” which could be accessed in local hillsides. Slabs of granite were removed from these ledges using hand

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- 12 p.m. Tickets are $10 for WOHS members, $12 for nonmembers. Millennium Granite Quarry & Stoneworks is located at 50 Quarry Road in Wells. Comfortable shoes are encouraged. Space is limited, reservations are required. For more information, visit: www.wellsogunquithistory.org/events or call 207-646-4775.

Nightly Ghost Tours for Halloween KENNEBUNK & KENNEBUNKPORT Discover the haunted history of Kennebunkport and neighboring Kennebunk on nightly ghost tours, offered at 7 p.m. at White Columns, 8 Maine Street, Kennebunkport. Guides lead guests through authenticated and documented local paranor mal accounts during the ghost walks. Ghost stories from area haunted hotels and inns abound. Tales feature roaming spirits, Spiritualist seances, and even a poltergeist. Glimpse the supernatural side of celebrities who summered in the Kennebunks, including the likes of Booth Tarkington and Margaret Deland. Fathom the seafaring yarns of haunted lighthouses, dire premonitions, ghost ships, and sea serpents. Learn how Spirit ualism and psychical research inf luenced area residents. Gain new insight into the ghostly happenings of Kennebunkport forever, and ever,

and ever! For more information, visit americanghostwalks.com/ tour/kennebunkport-ghostwalk or call 1-833-446-7813. Historic tour group Day Ventures is also offering haunted delights in the area, with “Evening Ghost Tour with Folklore, Gossip and Scandals!” on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. The 90-minute tour leads guests through Kennebunkport’s historic district. According to the Day Ventures website, guests can “Step back in time as you pass by centuries-old buildings, once home to sea captains and prominent figures whose spirits may linger in their former abodes. Listen carefully as we share lots of stories about the town coffin maker, notable figures and their tragic struggles back in 1812: the ‘rustling lady’ known to scare guests, a captain’s widow making her presence known, and more.” For more information, visit www.mainedayventures.com,

“The Capitol Fools” at SPAC SANFORD With the election season heating up, how about some political comedy that will unite audiences with some bits of humor that everyone can agree on? The Sanford Performing Arts Center (SPAC) presents such an opportunity, with The Capitol Fools on stage Saturday, October 21. Launching SPAC’s 20232024 season, The Capitol Fools brilliantly reflect the bizarre and surreal landscape of contemporary politics through uproarious song parodies and character portrayals that are sure to

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~ Arts & Entertainment ~ R.W. Alley Book Signing OGUNQUIT Children’s book author and illustrator R.W. Alley will be at Village Toy Funatic on Saturday, October 21, 1-3 p.m., for a book signing. Alley will be on hand to sign not only books from his

Paddington series, but also his newest creation, “Firefighters to the Rescue!” R.W. Alley has been illustrating the Paddington books since the 1990s. His artwork now appears on the full range

Gallery Talk: Hagiography and Popular Religion with Carlos Vega KITTERY Haley Art Gallery is hosting a talk by artist Carlos Vega on Saturday, October 28, titled, “Hagiography & Popular Religion: A Personal Journey.” Vega, a Professor in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese and the Program in Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Wellesley College, will discuss how his academic focus on literature, culture, and hagiography (the study of the lives of saints) led him to develop a passion for exploring hagiographic motifs within an American/Hispanic context. The talk is free and open to the public. Vega will examine the role of religious cultural icons and symbols – products of both European Catholic and Native American traditions – in a political and aesthetic agenda and

of picture books, many of which have been re-illustrated by him in recent years, along with the digital versions. Although best known for his full color work, Alley’s delightful pen and ink line drawings appear throughout the pages of many of the later novels, including “Paddington Races Ahead,” which was published in the UK in April 2012. “Firefighters to the Rescue!” is a funny and informative picture book all about firefighters. The officers of Breezy Valley answer the call to protect their beloved

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CAPE NEDDICK Local actor Kirk Simpson reprises his role as Edgar Allen Poe in “POE: Tales of Fear & Suspense,” for six shows at Clay Hill Farm Restaurant. Captivating audiences with spooky dramatic readings, Simpson as Poe hosts an annual unique and intimate dining experience with sinister storytelling that is not to be missed. In 2012, Simpson joined forces with Clay Hill Farm Restaurant to create “Clay Hill Farm Presents...,” a series of one-man shows with experiential dining, starring Simpson himself. This Halloween season, Simpson takes the stage once again as

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Simpson weaves in and out of the audience, telling the stories with theatrical brilliance. “I love to see the audience’s faces as I tell this particular story,” says Simpson of “The Tell-Tale Heart.” “Seeing them squirm in their seats, especially while they enjoy exquisite fare such as Clay Hill Farm’s famous prime rib, while I weave a tale of pre-meditated murder... it’s fantastic.” With a well-established background in interactive, improvisation, and musical theater, Simpson has brought the likes of Poe, Charles Dickens, Robert Frost, Benjamin Franklin and many others to Clay Hill Farm. “Interactive theater is my love!” he says. “Getting off the stage and into the audience, creating imaginative and bold character choices that pull your audience into the story, is so gratifying.” Kirk Simpson started performing in 1985, when he began his career in acting at a local Renaissance Faire in Largo, Florida. From there, the years continue to be filled with Renaissance Faires across the East Coast, local theater, interactive themed events and much more. Simpson currently resides in South Berwick with his husband and family. Clay Hill Farm is an awardwinning restaurant and special event venue on 11 private acres in Cape Neddick. Clay Hill Farm is a proud supporter of the community and its arts programs, an offers an authentic Maine dining experience with locally sourced food and seasonal menus. Performances are as fol-

The Seacoast Wind Ensemble Presents “Witches and Wizards” KITTERY The Seacoast Wind Ensemble (SWE) will present a special Halloween-themed concert on Saturday, October 28 at 7 p.m. at the Star Theater, located at 120 Rogers Road in Kittery. Kids and Halloween revelers of all ages are welcome to the concert; everyone is encouraged to wear a costume to the performance, including the performers themselves. There will also be a raffle and candy during the performance. SWE performs under the direction of Dr. Mark Stickney. The Halloween program showcases music that will feature fun and spooky themes, such as “Harry Potter Symphonic Suite” by John Williams, “March of the Trolls” by Edvard Grieg, music from “The Wizard of Oz” and “Wicked,” and much more! The concert is free and open to the public. SWE gratefully accepts donations at the door, with 50% of all donations lows: Halloween night, Tuesday, October 31, 6 p.m.; Thursday, November 2, 6 p.m.; Friday, November 10, 6 p.m.; Sundays, November 5 and 12, 1 p.m.; Saturday, November 11, 1 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, plus the cost of food and beverages. Seating is limited, reservations to all shows required. For more information and to reserve, call 207-361-2272.

at this concert to be shared with the Footprints Food Pantry in Kittery. Footprints exists to reduce the impact of hunger in the community, share resources, and support the lives of those who have joined its community. Seacoast Wind Ensemble, established in 1984, is a 50-piece community-level concert band, based out of Kittery. Comprised of musicians from all professional occupations and trades, SWE performs annually throughout New Hampshire, Maine and northern Massachusetts. The ensemble is directed by Dr. Mark Stickney, who has held teaching and conducting positions at numerous universities, travels extensively throughout the country as a clinician and guest conductor, and is the founder of the nonprofit organization Historic Music of Newport, RI. Assistant Conductor Jonathan Roth has been a music educator for over 30 years and is currently Music Director of the Shapleigh School in Kittery, where he conducts bands and the jazz ensemble. For more information, visit www.seacoastwindensemble. org, or find them on Facebook.

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~ Arts & Entertainment ~ All Souls’ Walk Adds Spirit to Halloween Season KENNEBUNK – The Brick Store Museum will once again make spirits come alive for one afternoon for its 20th Annual All Souls’ Walk on Saturday, October 28, 2023. The popular Halloween event features continuous tours through Hope Cemetery begin-

Virtual Author Talk: John Irving YORK John Irving fans everywhere are in for a treat as the bestselling author himself joins a virtual author talk via the York Public Library on Thursday, October 26, 7-8 p.m. The bestselling author will chat about his most recent novel, “The Last Chairlift,” and will spend time talking about his prolific body of work and a lifetime spent writing. Irving’s first novel, “Setting Free the Bears,” was published when he was just twenty six years old. He has been nominated for a National Book Award three times, winning in 1980 for “The World According to Garp.” In 2000, Irving won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay for “The Cider House Rules.” In 2013, he won a Lambda Literary Award for “In One Person.” Irving’s books have been translated into more than thirty-five languages, with

“Homecoming Homicide” Murder Mystery Dinner Theater KENNEBUNK Step into a world of mullets, mystery, and mayhem at The New School in Kennebunk on Saturday, October 21. The murder mystery dinner theater event promises to transport guests to a bygone era as they unravel the enigmatic “Homecoming Homicide.” Diners play the role of a student or faculty member at Homecoming, 1985. As everyone settles in for the evening, a shocking event occurs before the main course is even served - a murder that casts suspicion on everyone present. In this interactive experience, actors work alongside fellow diners to piece together the clues and solve the mystery. And while teams unravel the whodunit, diners will savor a delightful five-course meal, craf ted with locallysourced ingredients and prepared by the talented members of The New School community. The $45 tickets help support the school’s three-week intensives. Doors open at 6 p.m., with dinner service beginning at 6:30 p.m. For more information, tickets, and menu details, visit www. thenewschoolmaine.org, call 207985-3745, or find them on Facebook. The New School is located at 38 York St., Kennebunk.

ning at 12 p.m., with the last tour departing at 3 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person, children under 12 are free. The narrated historical walks begin at the Brick Store Museum at 117 Main Street, and cover a half-mile loop through Kennebunk’s Hope Cemetery, lasting approximately 75 minutes. Costumed interpreters portray the historical figures, and share their stories of love, loss, and fate. Not too spooky, the event is a perfect activity for the whole family. Participants visit more than a dozen gravesites

and learn local history through the fascinating and often tragic tales of residents from bygone eras. Tours conclude back at the museum, where guests are can enjoy the Fall Arts Fair and view the museum’s new exhibitions. This events are sponsored by Maine Community Bank, with additional support from the Kennebunk, Kennebunkport & Arundel Chamber of Commerce and Renewal by Anderson. The museum especially thanks Hope Cemetery for once again hosting the All Souls’

Walk this year. In addition to the in-person tour, the museum is publishing a 20-Year Commemorative Book about the All Souls’ Walk and is seeking a one-day $20 Donation Match Challenge on October 28, to support the museum’s year-round programming. Advanced reservations are required, and very limited “walk in” spots are possible but not guaranteed, as tickets are available on a first-come, first served basis. In the event of inclement weather, a rain date will be announced. For more information, visit www.brickstoremuseum. org or call 207-985-4802.

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borne diseases. Equines and camelids are not exempt from this risk. DACF’s State Veterinarian Office strongly urges all owners of sensitive species to take immediate precautions, which include environmental modifications to eliminate potential mosquito breeding grounds, vaccination of equines, booster vaccinations for horses if more than six months have passed since the last immunization, and consideration of off-label vaccination for camelids and susceptible bird species. This is the first year that the Maine CDC has reported EEE, WNV, and Jamestown Canyon Virus (JCV) in mosquito pools in Maine in a single season. Maine CDC has not reported any human case for any of these viruses in Maine, so far this year. Although a frost capable of killing mosquitoes may occur

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Health & Fitness Games and Puzzles for Those Living with Dementia ELIOT Eliot Aging in Place (AIP) continues its project to raise public awareness for dementia and increase social participation for those people living with it. AIP’s intention is to minimize stigma and discrimination and support people living with dementia to function at their highest level while finding joy, purpose, and meaning.

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Free YMCA Membership Program Exceeds Expectations STATEWIDE The Y MCA A lliance of Northern New England and US Department of Veterans A f fai rs, VA Maine Healthcare System together have launched a new partnership program that offers free YMCA memberships to qualifying Maine veterans. The program provides veterans access to YMCA programs and facilities across the state at no cost to them. The partnership is pleased to announce that they have exceeded their projections in its first month since the launch. “The Maine YMCAs are well positioned to serve veterans effectively at our facilities across the state with a variety of fitness equipment, quality classes, chronic disease prevention and management programs, social activities, indoor walking tracks, swim-

ming pools, and more. We are excited to be a part of Maine veteran’s whole health journey,” said Meagan Hamblett, CEO of the YMCA Alliance of Northern New England. The 15 YMCAs in Maine serve more than 95,000 people across the state. The YMCA A lliance of Nor ther n New England supports collaboration amongst the state’s Ys and community partners to increase impact and advocate for positive change in area communities. For more information and a list of YMCA locations throughout the state, visit www.nneymcas. org/find-your-ymca. For information about the Alliance, visit www.nneymcas.org. Maine veterans are encouraged to speak to their VA Maine primary care provider to inquire about eligibility for the program. For more information, visit www.va.gov or call 1-877-

Youth Mental Health at KCC KITTERY The Kittery Community Center (KCC) and the Kittery School Department invite parents and their middle or high school students to a community conversation, “Youth Education Mental Health 101,” facilitated by NAMI Maine. The public forum will share basic information on how to recognize any emerging mental health challenge. Together, facilitators and audiences will discuss strategies to support someone who may be struggling, ways to maintain their mental health, and resources

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Hussey Seating Recognized as “One of the Best Places to Work in Maine” NORTH BERWICK Hussey Seating Company, a leading innovator in seating solutions, was recently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine for 2023. The company’s dedication to cultivating an exceptional workplace environment has secured its position among the state’s most respected employers in the Large Employer category, more than 250 employees. This honor marks Hussey Seating Company’s third inclusion in the prestigious list, having also been recognized in 2019 and 2020. The Best Places to Work in Maine initiative, overseen by Best Companies Group, is a distinguished awards program designed to identify and celebrate exceptional employers while providing valuable insights from employees. The selection process involves thorough surveys and analysis by Best Companies Group, consisting of evaluating each nominated company’s workplace policies, practices, and demographics, as well as anonymously surveying employees to measure the employee experience. Hussey Seating Company’s participation underscores its commitment to understanding its workforce better and fostering an atmosphere where employees thrive. Brian Deveaux, President & CEO of Hussey Seating Company, commented on the achievement: “We are pleased to receive this recognition once again. At Hussey Seating Company, we

believe that our employees are the cornerstone of our success. Being acknowledged as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine validates our ongoing efforts to prioritize employee well-being, engagement, and overall satisfaction.” Rich Hussey, Vice President, Human Resources of Hussey Seat i ng Company, echoed this sentiment: “This achievement ref lects our unwavering dedication to creating an environment where our team members can flourish both professionally and personally. The unfiltered feedback from our employees through the anonymous survey process is invaluable in shaping our workplace initiatives and is our primary reason for participating.” “This year’s Best Places to Work in Maine know the importance of communication, onboarding, feedback loops, flexibility, and diversity and inclusion in a successful work environment. They make sure their staffers feel appreciated, engaged and successful,” said Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, managing director of BridgeTower Media for the East Division. “Along with our partners, the Maine State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management and the Best Companies Group, we are honored to recognize the accomplishments of these outstanding businesses.” Hussey Seating Company, founded in 1835, is a leading global provider of spectator

Mainspring Makes Fundraising Strides KITTERY The vision to create a place where those needing social services can access food, shelter and a wide range of support services under one roof is a big step closer to becoming a reality. The coordinators of the Mainspring project, located on Shapleigh Road in Kittery and designed to serve vulnerable families from the southern Maine and NH coastal region, announced that they have met a challenge gift of one million dollars, granted by local philanthropist Thomas W. Haas through his fund at the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. “I wanted to support this project because it will directly impact people on the Seacoast in both New Hampshire and York County who struggle with housing and food insecurity. For our region to remain prosperous, we need to look out for each other, and this collaborative effort involving so many different seating solutions for the sports and entertainment, education, esports, and performing arts markets. Through customercentric engineering and design, Hussey Seating is committed to creating exceptional seating that brings families and communities together to create lasting memories. Hussey Seating products can be found in more than 70 countries and are available from more than 60 representative dealerships around the world. for more information, visit www. husseyseating.com.

social service agencies coming together under one roof is exactly what the Seacoast needs,” stated Haas. Emily Flinkstrom, executive director of Fair Tide, a housing nonprofit and a lead Mainspring partner, noted that the community members leading the capital campaign committee were able to reach the match due to the generosity of individual donors, businesses, foundations and support from the state and local towns. The total raised towards the $5.45 million goal has now reached $3.5 million. “A project of this magnitude, with deep and long-lasting benefits, requires great support from our community. We are incredibly thankful for the early

and generous support from the Thomas W. Haas Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, which inspired other early gifts and propelled our campaign forward. Donations from individuals, businesses, foundations and municipalities throughout the region are keeping our momentum going. Our goal is to begin construction at our Kittery location in November.” stated Flinkstrom. Other key donors to Mainspring include Paul and Jessica McKeon, Jim Stott and Jonathan King, Kennebunk Savings, Gary Blake, the Hannaford Charitable Foundation, the Mary Safford Wildes Fund, See SPRING on page 30 . . .

York Hospital to Remain in Cigna Healthcare Network YORK York Hospital is pleased to announce that it has reached a contract renewal agreement with Cigna Healthcare. The new agreement ensures Cigna members will remain within the York Hospital network of care without any gap in coverage. “This is great news for our patients,” said Dr. Patrick Taylor, York Hospital President and CEO. “We appreciate Cigna’s good faith efforts to reach a resolution that enables its members to continue receiving the outstanding care and services they have come to expect from York Hospital. We are pleased to

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~ Home & Business Services ~ EXCAVATION

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Italian Conversation

Saturday, October 28 at 10:30 AM. Tea Party will be child-friendly, all ages welcome.

Meets the first Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8 p.m. Next meeting is Tuesday, November 7. Suitable for those with intermediate to advanced conversational skills in the Italian language.

LEGO Club

Morning Yoga

Spooky Poetry Tea Party

Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. Young master builders can build creations based on the week’s provided theme, or do their own thing and show off their skills.

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursdays, 5-7 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Beginners welcome at any time. Register online or call the library.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-439-9437 or visit www.williamfogglibrary.org.

York Public Library Crafts for Grownups: Fall Felting

Tuesday, October 24 at 4 p.m. Make a fun fall decoration. We’ll provide the supplies and instruction to needle felt a mushroom! Beginners welcome.

Martha’s Garden Through the Year: Autumn

10:15-11:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 25. Led by registered Yoga and Reiki teacher Maria Lovo. Meditative, gentle yoga classes move at a steady pace in a series of ﬂoor-based and seated asanas. Most of the class will be spent on mats. For all levels and ages. Registration required.

LEGO Builders

Wednesdays, 3 - 5 p.m. Build something amazing! Each builder will create something to put on display until the next meeting. Kids kindergarten through fourth grade can participate with a caregiver. This is a drop-in program.

Crafting Group

Every other Thursday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bimonthly meetup or any and all handcrafters! Next meetup: October 19.

Thursday, October 26 at 4:30 p.m. Join Martha Fenn King to talk about the fall gardening season.

Author John Irving

For More Information

Adopt A Spider

Tuesday, October 31, 3-4 p.m. For teens/tweens. Stop by the library after school, adopt a toy “spider,” and create a little house for your new friend. This is a dropin program for tweens and teens, grades 5-12.

Costume Swap

Ongoing through October 31. Bring clean, gently used costumes to the library to swap for a “new to you” one! Drop off costume donations downstairs in Youth Services, and select a “new” one to take home. Accepting all costume sizes, from infants to adults.

Who Do We Want to Be in a Climate-Changed World?

Sundays, October 22 and 29. A free, in-person, three-part workshop series, to explore how to collectively understand climate change and the public’s role in it. Register with the library.

New Exhibit: York Art

The current exhibition honors York Art Association members. Some are professional exhibitors, some are art teachers, and some engage art for the deep pleasure of making.

the now-defunct Capitol Steps p e r for m a nce t r oup e f r om Washington, D.C. When The Capitol Steps, the renowned political satire group of the nation’s capital, decided to call it quits after nearly four decades, Capitol Fools emerged as its successor. Maintaining the same high-energy, side-splitting humor, these jesters take aim at politicians from all points on the spectrum. The comedy serves as a potent remedy for today’s political malaise, and everybody’s constitutional right to laughter remains intact! The Capitol Fools carry forward the spirit, irreverence, and genetic makeup of The Capitol Steps, ensuring that the legacy lives on. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit visit www.sanfordpac.org or call the box office at 207-206-1126.

Weekly Recipe: Detox Smoothie Start the day with this fresh and delicious smoothie! Ingredients: Juice of a half lemon, or 1 lime 1 cup arugula, baby kale, or other leafy green of choice 1/3 of an avocado 1 small bunch of cilantro or other herb of choice 1/4 inch piece of peeled ginger 1 cup frozen organic berries 1-2 scoops of protein or collagen powder 1 cup coconut water 1+ cup of any dairy-free milk or water, as needed to adjust for thickness. Ice can also be used.

Preparation: Add all ingredients to a highpowered blender, and blend on high until everything is smooth and blended, about one minute. Enjoy! Article content provided by MetroCreative. The Weekly Sentinel does not endorse any products or services suggested by articles from MetroCreative.

Get YOUR BUSINESS Ready For

Week in Review

Fridays, 3-4 p.m. in the Wheeler Room. A casual weekly gathering of individuals interested in having civil discussion about the previous week’s current events.

Thursday, October 26 at 7 p.m. An intimate conversation with author John Irving as he chats about his most recent novel, “The Last Chairlift,” his proliﬁc body of work, and a lifetime spent writing. Irving’s ﬁrst novel was published when he was 26 years old, and has gone on to be nominated for a National Book Award three times and won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Contact the library for Zoom link.

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Story Time at York Land Trust

Mondays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at York Land Trust headquarters, 1 Long Neck Marsh Rd., York. Stories, songs and rhymes with a librarian. The group meets inside for stories and an activity, and may venture out into the garden depending on weather. Registration required, please list names and ages of each child attending.

YPL Walking Club

Mondays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Join a rotating selection of favorite librarians for a guided walk around town. Tour starts at the library

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Join us for samples of traditional Greek dishes, then stick around for live music on our heated patio for dinner! Don’t forget to take a piece of Nikanos home with you by visiting our merch table for t-shirts, hats and more.

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FINANCE & CAREER Retirement Readiness Seminar

WELLS For those approaching retirement and feeling uncertain about their future, the Retirement Readiness Group in Wells is sponsoring a seminar to help with the crucial aspects of retirement, ensuring those golden years are the best they can be. On Monday, October 23, 6-8 p.m., area professionals will address a wide range of pertinent topics geared toward helping participants fulfill a successful retirement. The Retirement Readiness Group has assembled a panel of experts specializing in one of the essential facets of retirement: Financial Health: Tim Harrigan, Senior Benefits Specialist at Harrigan Insurance Services, Inc., will provide

valuable insight into managing finances during retirement. Physical Health: Cindi Mitchell, Certified Integrative Health Coach and owner of Sea Glass Health Coaching, LLC, is dedicated to helping maintain wellbeing as one ages. Medicare Basics: Julie Barros will share her expertise in navigating the complex world of Medicare, helping participants find the right coverage. Real Estate: Kathryn Bedell, a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist at Coldwell Banker, will guide participants on real estate matters, whether they are looking to downsize or invest in property. Estate Planning: Denise Smith, an attorney at law, will help create a secure estate plan to protect assets and the family’s future. Travel: For

those seeking adventure and relaxation in retirement, Memory Making’s owner and Creative Director, Live It Well Travel, will provide travel recommendations and tips to make the most of leisure time. C e r t i f i e d I n t e g r a t i ve Health Coach Cindi Mitchell is spearheading this initiative. The event is open to all and is free of charge. The Retirement Readiness Group aims to support the local community in their transition to retirement by offering guidance and expertise in these critical areas. Join the Retirement Readiness Seminar and take the first step toward a better retirement. For more information, visit www.seaglasshealthcoaching. com or call 774-291-1525.

Women United Programs for Single Moms KENNEBUNK United Way of Southern Maine’s (UWSM) Women United announced investments totaling $299,500 in programs that advance the health and financial stability of single mothers and their children. The investments include the Giving Circle’s first investments in programs serving York County and renewed support for two programs in Portland’s Bayside neighborhood. Janice Avignon, Chair of Women United’s Community Investment Committee, announced the investments at an event hosted recently at the Lincoln Hotel in Biddeford, with nearly 100 Women United members and supporters in attendance. “Women Un ited has

made a tremendous impact in Bayside over the last six years,” said Avignon. “We are excited to extend that impact to York County, where there is also significant need.” The average income for a single mother living in York County is $41,174. Women United will invest in three York County programs that help single mothers meet basic needs and provide pathways to employment: $40,000 to Project HOME (Trust) through Quality Housing Coalition, which offers direct cash assistance, individualized skill-building, and a peer-to-peer support network to single mother households who are housed through Project HOME. $33,0 0 0 to MomCore through York County Community Action Corporation, a tar-

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geted coaching program focusing on improving the financial knowledge and household stability of single mothers residing in York County. $24,000 to Mothers Thriving through New Vent ures Maine, a f lexible six-session class series, group support, and individual coaching opportunity for single mothers to help build their confidence, knowledge, skills, and access to resources to be able to obtain high wage, indemand jobs. “This year, we launched Maine’s first Direct Cash Assistance program for Project HOME residents,” said Victoria Morales, Executive Director of Quality Housing Coalition. “Having cash support for a limited period could help a mother get stable until she is able to get on her feet and provide for her family. We are grateful to Women United for supporting this innovative anti-poverty strategy.” Women United will also

Social Security 3.2 % Benefit Increase for 2024 NATIONWIDE Social Security and Supplemental Securit y Income (SSI) benefits for more than 71 million Americans will increase 3.2% in 2024, the Social Security Administration announced recently. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month starting in January. More t han 66 mi l lion Social Security beneficiaries will see the 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) beginning in January 2024. Increased payments to approximately 7.5 million people receiving SSI will begin on December 29. Please note: some people receive both Social Security and SSI benefits. “Social Security and SSI benefits will increase in 2024, and this will help millions of people keep up with expenses,” said Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of Social Security. Some other adjustments that take effect in January of each year are based on the increase in average wages. Based on that increase, the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax (taxable maximum) will increase to $168,600 from $160,200. Social Security begins notifying people about their new benefit amount by mail start-

ing in early December. Individuals who have a personal “My Social Security” account can view their COLA notice online, which is secure, easy, and faster than receiving a letter in the mail. People can set up text or email alerts when there is a new message, such as their COLA notice, waiting for them in My Social Security. People will need to have set up their own My Social Security account by Tuesday, November 14 to see their COLA notice online. To get started, visit www.ssa.gov/ myaccount. For Social Security beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare, their new 2024 benefit amount will be available in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center. For more information about Medicare changes for 2024, visit www. medicare.gov. The Social Security Act provides for how the COLA is calculated. The Social Security Act ties the annual COLA to the increase in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) as determined by the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. For more information, visit www.ssa. gov/cola.

renew their signature investment in Project WIN (Women in Neighborhoods) with an investment of $120,000. Project WIN is a cohort-based program that takes a two-generational approach to provide single mothers with a pathway out of poverty. Additionally, they will invest $82,500 in Anchoring Youth to Succeed, an after school program operated by Boys & Girls Club of Southern Maine and A Company of Girls. The

program offers comprehensive services to participants and serves Project WIN children as well as neighborhood youth. Women United, a part of the United Way of Southern Maine, is an influential force for the advancement of low-income, single mothers and their children. Through investment, volunteerism, and advocacy, Women United leads critical work that will positively influence single mothers’ ability to meet basic needs, give their kids a strong start, and live longer, better lives. For more information, visit www.womenunitedsm.org.

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~ Obituaries ~

Elmer O. Brown, 90 WELLS – Elmer O. Brown, aged 90, died October 12, 2023 at Portsmouth Regional Hospital. Elmer was born on February 12, 1933, in Trucksville, PA, and then moved to Bethlehem, PA, where he spent his humble childhood and youth engaged in a lot of hard work as well as some shenanigans, including a death-defying fall 51 feet into a stone quarry. He graduated from Liberty High School, and later went on to earn his college degree from the University of Maryland at the age of 50. An Army veteran, Elmer served his country in the Korean War, before settling back in Bethlehem. In 1958, he joined the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, D.C., and then transferred to the United States Secret Service (White House Police) in 1963, during the Kennedy administration. He and his family moved to Maine in 1981, where he worked as a United States Secret Service Special Officer assigned to the Bush compound in Kennebunkport, frequently as a driver for Barbara Bush. During his tenure with the Secret Service, he traveled throughout the United States and the world, protecting not only presidents and their families, but also many other American politicians and foreign dignitaries. He was extremely proud of having served ten presidents. He retired in 2003, earning a surprise visit by former President George H. W. Bush to his retirement party. Retirement allowed Elmer to pursue new interests, such as art classes at York County Senior College, where he served on their Board of Directors. In earlier years, he loved being a coach for his son’s “Odyssey of the Mind” team, and went on to become a coach, and then member, of the first-ever senior citizen’s Odyssey team, going on to win firstplace honors at World Finals. For many years he was on the Board of Directors of Maine Adventures in Creativity, the state’s Odyssey affiliate. His retirement also allowed him to spend time lavishing attention on his treasured Siberian husky, Mika, the third husky and last of an untold number of dogs with whom he shared his life (including while deployed in Korea). Elmer met Fern in 1976, in the aptly named town of Promised Land, PA. Their unlikely romance bloomed in trips between her home in New York and his in the vicinity of Washington, D.C., with their love culminating

in marriage in 1979 and a life of devotion to each other. He would always refer to Fern as the best thing that ever happened to him. Of all Elmer’s accomplishments, he was the most proud of his family. He became a father later in life (at age 47) and treasured his two sons and, eventually, five grandchildren. He leaves a legacy of stories for them to share about a life lived with hard work, humor, service, and love. Elmer was predeceased by his parents, Evans Brown and Cora Brown Hay; brothers, Richard, James, and Donald; sister Dorothy (Townsend); and daughter-in-law Denise Penkalski Brown. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Fern; sons, Joseph Brown and Dr. Michael Brown Dowling; brothers, Dale and Edward; grandchildren, Kaelan, Minerva, Sam, Landon, and Cora; and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be Monday, October 23, 4-6 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 6 p.m. at Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells. Interment with military honors will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 24 at Southern Maine Veteran’s Cemetery, 83 Stanley Road, Springvale. In lieu of f lowers, please consider a gift to The Denise Brown Memorial Trust, PO Box 1026, Wells, ME 04090. To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit Elmer’s Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral. com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel in Wells. • • • • • • • • • •

Coleman F. Smith, 99 YORK / JONESPORT – Coleman F. Smith, 99, passed away peacefully at Downeast Community Hospital on October 8, 2023 after a short illness. Coleman was born on July 12, 1924, in West Jonesport, son of Hoyt P. and Velora J. (Lamson) Smith. Coleman’s fondest childhood memories were growing up on lighthouses where his father

served as the keeper. He spent time on Cranberry Island, Cape Ann, Straitsmouth, Ashtabula, Boon Island, and Cape Neddick Light Stations. Coleman was educated in schools in Maine, Massachusetts and Ohio. He spoke often of his time in fifth, sixth and eighth grade in Jonesport. Even when his mind started to fail him he never forgot his teachers from those grades, Mrs. Putnam and Mrs. Palmer. Coleman remembers making the long trek to Jonesport as a child to visit his grandmother, Mame. He spoke of those days so often and how his big job back then was chopping her wood. Coleman always held a special place in his heart for this town. He would always say “Good ole Jonesport – I was born there, I might as well stay there.” Coleman was a proud veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Coast Guard. He was stationed on the USS Pocatello in the Pacific. These were days he remembered until the end. After his service in the Coast Guard he held a variety of jobs: furnace salesman, lobster fisherman, boat builder, private yacht captain on the Full Moon, private chauffeur, and janitor at York High School to name a few. During his adult life he loved living and working in York Harbor in a home he purchased and was so proud of. It was the hub for family events, and a stopping point for so many during their travels. He loved this community and was well known in that area. He enjoyed visiting the local eating establishments and cruising around York Harbor. He moved from York to be closer to family and spent the last ten years in Jonesport where his niece Sharon and family live and helped care for him until the end. He always talked about York and missed it dearly. Coleman is survived by his loving sister Mary Sine; sisterin-laws, Florence Smith and Pat Smith; nieces, Sharon Lakeman, Lauren (Josephine) Chandler, Julianne Allen, and Kathryn Evens; nephews, Philmore Smith, Hoyt Smith, Lester Sine, Christopher Sine, and Joseph Repple; and many great nieces and nephews, and cousins, whom he loved dearly. Coleman was predeceased by his parents; siblings, Ruth Repple and husband Joseph, Philmore Smith, Hoyt Smith and wife Barbara, and Charles Smith; brother-in-law Lester Sine; nieces, Nikki Tubbs and Cheri Lakeman; nephews, Louie Repple and Charles Lakeman; and his long-time companion of

40+ years, Cynthia Pash. Coleman had a quick wit and was always ready with a one liner to bring a smile. He loved sharing his stories, eating at restaurants, and just living the good life. He had a great 99 years filled with so many memories and adventures. To know him was to love him. He was loved by all and he loved all! And in his own favorite words “God Bless You.” A graveside memorial service to honor Coleman’s amazing long life was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 14, at Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of McClure Family Funeral Service, Machias, where online condolences may be shared at www.mcclurefamilyfuneral.com. • • • • • • • • • •

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Robin Joyce (Hall) White, 65 NORT H BERW ICK – Robin Joyce (Hall) White of North Berwick, died Thursday October 5, 2023 surrounded by her family after an extended period of failing health. Born on September 29, 1958, she was the daughter of Gladora Gene (Thomas) Hall and Arthur Leroy Hall, Sr., of North Berwick. Robin leaves her companion, Lawrence Lehoux of North Berwick; sons, Joshua White of North Berwick, and Derek Gray and his wife Amy of North Waterboro; and five grandchildren, Cameron Bliss, Payton Gray, Maddox Cote, Alayra Gray, and Faeolyn Gray. She is also survived by her siblings, Shirley Gartland of Dunnellon, FL, Arthur L. Hall II, and Elizabeth Hall of North Berwick; five nieces and nephews, Angela and John Gartland, Arthur L. Hall

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III, Tawnya (Hall) Wyatt, and Jonathan Hall. Robin graduated f rom Noble High School in 1976 and went on to receive a technical degree for electronics from New Hampshire Vocational Technical College in 1983. Although Robin worked brief ly with a computer technology company in Sanford, she spent the majority of her life as a caregiver and the past 20+ years at Waban in Sanford, where she expressed much compassion for her clients and coworkers. Robin had a great love of horses, enjoyed drawing and needlework, and pursued a lifetime interest in nutrition, homeopathic medicine and gardening. As per her wishes, a private family celebration of life was held on Sunday, October 8.

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~ Sports & Outdoors & Classifeds ~

Ceremony Celebrates Athletic Complex

KENNEBUNK A matchup of regional rivals will be the event that marks the official celebration of the new $4.2 million Athletic Complex at Kennebunk High School. The complex, with its state-of-the art track, field, lighting and supporting infrastructure, would not have been possible without community involvement and financial support. T h rou g hout t he Ke nnebunk Rams vs. Marshwood Hawks home game on Friday, October 20, community donors will be announced and honored. During halftime, a ceremony will be held to recognize donors. “This new track and stadium complex means everything to the track and field program,” said Track and Field Coach Joshua Viola. “Our athletes persevered last spring, training on grass, pavement, and at other local schools. Going into this year knowing that we will be having a home meet for the first time since 2019 and the ability to practice at a high quality facility is the best gift we could have received. A huge ‘thank you’ to everyone who supported this new track and stadium being put in–we really appreciate it.” In total, donors helped raise $350,000, capping off a nearly 4-year project that provides RSU 21 with the ability to host professional-grade events and serve as a site for regional and state-level competition. “It is remarkable what can be accomplished within a

community when we work together to achieve a particular goal,” said Art LeBlanc, former RSU21 Board Chair. “The need for a new Athletic Complex for all sports – including field hockey, football, soccer, and

track & field events – was well established. I’m so thankful for the outpouring of support for this project and its successful completion.” For more information, contact dsinger@rsu21.net.

WinterKids Announces Application Window for Schools STATEWIDE WinterKids, the non-profit organization dedicated to helping children develop healthy lifelong habits through education and fun outdoor winter activities, is excited to announce the opening of the application window for the 2024 WinterKids Winter Games. WinterKids will select 16 schools – one per Maine county – to compete in the four-week competition tak ing place from Januar y 8-February 2, 2024. The Winter Games is a fun, academic challenge pro-

moting outdoor physical activity, teamwork and a love of all things winter for children in grades preschool - 8. Each of the four weeks has a different focus – outdoor physical activity, nutrition, family engagement, and winter celebration, with schools earning points to win cash prizes. Cash prizes will be awarded to all competing schools, with the top school earning $5000. In all, WinterKids will share over $20,000 in cash and prizes. Participating schools will receive a free, comSee WINTER on page 30 . . .

FALL VARSITY SCORE BOARD Berwick Academy Boys Soccer

Oct. 14, (W) vs. Tilton, 3-0 Oct. 13, (L) vs. Pingree, 1-2 Oct. 11, (L) vs. St. Paul’s, 0-1

Girls Soccer

Oct. 11, forfeited vs. Holderness, 0-0

Oct. 11, (L) vs. Biddeford, 1-5

Noble High School Boys Soccer

Oct. 12, L) vs. Gorham, 0-5 Oct. 10, (L) vs. Falmouth, 0-4

Girls Soccer

Kennebunk High School

Oct. 16, (L) vs. Bonny Eagle, 1-3 Oct. 13, (W) vs. Marshwood, 2-0 Oct. 11, (L) vs. Cheverus, 0-3

Boys Soccer

Football

Oct. 12, (W) vs. Biddeford, 3-1

Girls Soccer

Oct. 14, (W) vs. Massabesic, 1-0 Oct. 11, (L) vs. Gorham, 1-6

Football

Oct. 13, (L) vs. South Portland, 6-27

Volleyball

Oct. 16, (W) vs. Marshwood, 3-0 Oct. 10, (L) vs. Sanford, 0-3

Field Hockey

Oct. 11, (W) vs. Bonny Eagle, 1-0

Marshwood High School Boys Soccer

Oct. 12, (W) vs. Thornton, 2-1

Girls Soccer

Oct. 11, (L) vs. Bonny Eagle, 1-2

Football

Oct. 13, (L) vs. Noble, 20-33

Volleyball

Oct. 16, (L) vs. Kennebunk, 0-3 Oct. 12, (W) vs. Noble, 3-0 Oct. 10, (L) vs. Thornton, 1-3

Field Hockey

Oct. 17, (W) vs. Windham, 4-2 Oct. 13, (L) vs. Noble, 0-2

Oct. 13, (W) vs. Marshwood, 33-20

Volleyball

Oct. 12, (L) vs. Marshwood, 0-3 Oct. 10, (W) vs. Massabesic, 3-0

Field Hockey

Oct. 16, (L) vs. Cheverus, 0-2 Oct. 13, (W) vs. Marshwood, 2-0 Oct. 11, (L) vs. Gorham, 0-1

Traip Academy Boys Soccer

Oct. 13, (W) vs. Oak Hill, 3-2 Oct. 12, (W) vs. North Yarmouth, 4-0 Oct. 10, forfeited vs. Waynflete, 1-1

Girls Soccer

Boys Soccer

Oct. 14, (L) vs. Fryeburg, 1-6 Oct. 10, (W) vs. North Yarmouth, 3-0

Girls Soccer

Oct. 14, forfeited vs. Maranacook, 0-0 Oct. 12, (L) vs. Yarmouth, 1-3

Football

Oct. 13, (W) vs. Cape Elizabeth, 28-14

Volleyball

Oct. 14, (L) vs. Gray-New Gloucester, 0-3 Oct. 12, (L) vs. Yarmouth, 0-3 Oct. 10, (L) vs. Cape Elizabeth, 0-3

Field Hockey

Oct. 16, (W) vs. Traip, 2-0 Oct. 11, (L) vs. St. Dominic, 1-2

York High School Boys Soccer

Oct. 14, forfeited vs. Lincoln, 2-2 Oct. 12, (L) vs. Yarmouth, 1-4 Oct. 10, (W) vs. Fryeburg, 5-0

Girls Soccer

Oct. 14, (L) vs. Yarmouth, 0-2 Oct. 11, (W) vs. Fryeburg, 2-0

Oct. 12, (L) vs. North Yarmouth, 1-2 Oct. 10, (L) vs. Waynflete, 0-4

Football

Oct. 14, (W) vs. Greely, 3-1 Oct. 12, (L) vs. Scarborough, 0-3

Oct. 14, (L) vs. Sacopee Valley, 20-44

Field Hockey

Oct. 16, (L) vs. Wells, 0-2 Oct. 12, (L) vs. Greely, 1-10

Wells High School

Oct. 13, (L) vs. Oceanside, 40-60

Volleyball

Field Hockey

Oct. 16, (L) vs. Cape Elizabeth, 0-1 Oct. 12, (W) vs. Fryeburg, 1-0 Scores from www.maxpreps.com

BA Girls Varsity Soccer Recap Berwick Academy (BA) 0, Holderness School 0 On Wednesday, October 11, BA’s Bulldogs battled for 80 minutes on their home turf against the Holderness Blue Bulls, and neither team scored! A few notable moments for the Bulldogs includes: Goalkeeper Allie Moore’s (North Berwick) great catches off Holderness’ corner kicks; and Jessica Wojdak (West Newbury, MA) making a game-saving move in the last minutes when she prevented a Holderness offensive player from scoring. Several of the BA players fought hard until the end, throwing themselves fully into the game and keeping the game scoreless. Berwick Academy 0, Newton Country Day School 0 In the late afternoon on Friday, October 13, the Bulldogs traveled to Newton, MA, where they took on Newton Country

Day School and came home with a tie score of 0-0. The Bulldogs’ first good chances came in the first six minutes when Blake Metcalf (Scarboroug h) and Gr if f in Demers (Rochester, NH) took strong corner kicks back-toback, but the BA team couldn’t finish them. In the 50th minute, Metcalf got in on a breakaway from a great through-ball from Tessa Keenan (Exeter, NH), but the Newton goalie made the save. Running out of time and daylight, the Bulldogs battled consistently throughout the 80 minutes. With seven minutes left on the clock, defender Eliza Small (Portsmouth, NH) made a giant cross from the right midfield to the opposite corner flag, but again, the Bulldogs couldn’t capitalize on it. The Bulldogs are now 8-2-2 on the season, and they will travel to Pingree School on Wednesday, October 18.

Marching Band Finals in Sanford SANFORD The Maine Band Directors Association Circuit schedule for consists of five regular season shows and a Maine Marching Band Finals. All shows are scheduled on Saturday nights. The season began on Saturday, September 16, at Marshwood High School. Sanford is hosting the Maine Marching Band Finals this year on Saturday, October 28. The competitions are not necessarily ranked in terms of first, second, or third for schools. They receive five-star ratings in multiple categories. Five stars earn a gold medal. Therefore, multiple bands could walk away with gold, silver, or bronze medals.

This year’s participating bands include Milford, Sanford, South Portland, Seacoast, Blue Hawks, Wells, Lawrence, Dover, and Westbrook. Sanford High School is located at 100 Alumni Blvd., Sa n ford. w w w.mebda.org/ schedules-and-directions/6finals-sanford-high-school.

YARD SALES ESTATE SALE Saturday, Oct. 21 • 8:30 to 3:30 41 Waterside Ln., So. Berwick Lots of furniture, electronics, books, puzzle, tools and more! All must go!

PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES Town of Ogunquit

CLAM LICENSES

The Town of Ogunquit will sell Seasonal Clam Licenses on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. for the 2023-2024 Season, at the Dunaway Community Center, 23 School Street, Recreation Room, Lower Level. Season licenses will be available to Ogunquit residents/property taxpayers/Town employees and non-residents of Ogunquit who reside in the State. While season licenses are not available to out-of-state residents, diggers can purchase a one-day dig license from the Warden on the clam flats. Designated areas will be open Sunday (tide permitting) through March 2024, as recommended by the Shellfish Conservation Commission.

TOWN OF BERWICK - PUBLIC NOTICE The Berwick Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing for a Major Subdivision requested by S.O.W. Solar, Inc. and Attar Engineering located on Heritage Drive and School Street, (Map R49 Lot 3, Zone R2). The owner of this property is seeking approval for six single-family residences to be built on 11.5 acres of a 66.9 acre parcel. All conventional lots are to be accessed by Heritage Drive. Supporting documentation is available at the Town Hall from the Community Development and Planning Department. Please contact the department with any questions at planning@berwickmaine.org or (207) 698-1101 ext. 124.

Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Berwick Town Hall – Burgess Meeting Room

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~ News ~

USPS Holiday Shipping and Mailing Deadlines

NATIONWIDE To assist customers with their preparations for the upcoming busy holiday shopping and shipping season, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is providing 2023 holiday shipping and mailing deadlines. The information below covers domestic, international and military shipping destinations to allow for the timely delivery of cards, letters and packages by December 25. The Postal Service has also announced it will not have a peak, or demand, surcharge this holiday season, offering increased predictability in pricing for customers. Deadlines are: Within the Lower 48 (excludes Alaska and Hawaii)

USPS Ground Advantage: December 16; First-Class Mail (including greeting cards): December 16; Priority Mail: December 18; Priority Mail Express: December 20.

Alaska

USPS Ground Advantage: December 16; First-Class Mail: December 16; Priority Mail: December 18; Priority Mail Express: December 20.

Hawaii

USPS Ground Advantage: December 16; First-Class Mail: December 16; Priority Mail: December 16; Priority Mail Express: December 20.

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. . . WINTER from page 28 prehensive toolkit, complete with PLAYBooks, four weekly incentives, Winter Games wristbands and more! The theme for this year’s Winter Games is “The Little Things.” Throughout the program, children and adult participants alike will see that little things can make a big difference in how everyone can look at, and are seen in, the world. “We have a great program lined up for January,” says Executive Director Julie Mulkern, “and we encourage all elementary schools to apply to be a part of it! The Winter Games program encourages healthy outdoor activity and will make the month of January f ly by for students

and teachers alike!” The application is open until Monday, October 23. WinterKids is a nonprofit organization based in Maine that provides children with opportunities to stay active, healthy, and learn outdoors during the winter months. Since its establishment in 1997, WinterKids has been dedicated to ensuring that hundreds of thousands of children embrace the joy of outdoor winter activities while reaping the numerous physical and mental health benefits they provide. For more information and to access the Winter Games 2024 application, visit www. winterkids.org.

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. . . SPRING from page 30 Jean and David Lincoln, Jay and Amanda McSharry and their Kittery-related businesses: Litson Villas, Ore Nell’s Barbeque and The Water Street Inn, Good Shepherd Food Bank, and many more. Recently, the town of Eliot voters budgeted a contribution of $50,000 and the town of Kittery allocated $100,000 earlier this week. Mainspring Capital Campaign Chair and volunteer John Shea says there is much work to be done to raise the additional funds but he’s confident the project is on the right track for opening in August 2024.

“We expect the community support of Mainspring to continue to build as the word spreads. The model is powerful: Footprints Food Pantry, Fair Tide Housing, York County Community Action, and other agencies all working together in one central location for the benefit of the greater Seacoast Community,” shared Shea. For more information, visit www.mainspringcollective.org.

In addition to the retail locations, customers can also purchase their shipping labels, order Priority Mail packaging and schedule free carrier pick up via the Postal Service’s shipping platform, Click-N-Ship. Customers using the platform will have access to Commercial Shipping Rates that will apply to all domestic package labels. Customers may also purchase stamps and other postal products through www.usps. com/shopstamps, by calling 844737-7826, by mail, or at local Post Office locations. The USPS is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve American communities to nearly 165 million addresses six and often seven days a week. For more information, visit https:// facts.usps.com.

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. . . TRICKS from page 27 participate in a custom with roots in Celtic, Roman, and Christian traditions. Trick-or-treating not only brings joy to the young and young at heart but also serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of history and culture that has contributed to the Halloween we know and love today. Article content provided by MetroCreative. The Weekly Sentinel does not endorse any products or services suggested by articles from MetroCreative.

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~ Puzzles ~ CLUES ACROSS 1. A device to disengage without a key 5. Subdivision 8. Network of nerves 12. Lounge chair 14. Ocean 15. C. European river 16. Bowl-shaped cavity 18. __ Caesar, comedian 19. Lyric poems 20. Tia’s sister 21. A way to develop

22. Cows collectively 23. Areas close by 26. Slightly disreputable 30. Made a mistake 31. One who cites 32. Food stall: __ pai dong 33. Narrow valley between hills 34. Members of people living mainly in the Congo 39. More (Spanish) 42. Classroom implements 44. Cognizant of 46. One who tells on others

47. Free from slavery 49. Thick piece of something 50. Containing two nitrogen atoms between carbon atoms 51. Removed entirely 56. Late rocker Turner 57. Appreciated 58. Observation expedition 59. Opposite of subtracts 60. Unit of work 61. Wreckage on the sea bed 62. Affirmative! (slang) 63. Witness

64. River in England CLUES DOWN 1. A dissenting clique 2. Japanese city 3. Spiritual leader 4. Second letter of Greek alphabet 5. Musical term 6. Ruled over 7. Fortified wine 8. First year player 9. Moved in a circular way

10. Adolescents 11. Scottish or Irish Gaelic language 13. Someone who serves in the armed forces 17. Bring up 24. Factual written account (abbr.) 25. Having three sides 26. Annoy 27. Hustle 28. American WW2 leader 29. Stale atmosphere 35. US Treasury 36. Sound unit 37. They __ 38. Soviet Socialist Republic 40. Places to play video games 41. Medical event 42. When you hope to arrive 43. Fixed prices 44. Popular Boston song 45. Valley in Indiana and Illinois 47. Omit when speaking 48. German explorer of the Congo Basin 49. Stick around 52. From a distance 53. Heroic tale 54. Amounts of time 55. Eat

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140 PINE HILL RD, CAPE NEDDICK • MLS#1568965 • $1,549,000 This lovely home is located in Cape Neddick, which is situated between Ogunquit and York, just minutes away from Cape Neddick Country Club, Perkins Cove, and Ogunquit, Cape Neddick, and York beaches. The home has 3086 SF with an open kitchen, dining and living area, 3 bedrooms (1st floor primary and 1st floor laundry), 2 1/2 baths, 4-season sun room, huge office space over the 2-car heated garage, walkout basement ready for your finishing touches, with another 943 SF that has a full bath roughed in. The wooded lot is 4.39 acres with irrigation and mature landscaping. The very private backyard offers for lots of fun outdoor space to choose from. The rear deck has a 24x24 hardscape patio and wood-burning fire pit. There is also a generator, security system, and fresh paint throughout. Ogunquit and York beaches have so many wonderful boutique shops and fabulous restaurants to choose from! Broker interest as this is our personal home. Call Deb Lynch at RE/MAX Realty One: 207-361-7712 with questions or if you would like to schedule a showing.

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In the heart of Kittery Point, surrounded by 22 acres of the Kittery Land Trust is a true gem nestled in one of Southern Maine's most coveted coastal neighborhoods. This fully renovated 2700 SF Tri-level Garrison style home is ready to welcome new occupants in time for the holidays. A sparkling interior features original rustic beams and gleaming wood floors enhancing an open concept main living space. A newly renovated kitchen shouts contemporary flair with ocean wave quartz countertops, breakfast bar, young appliances and opens to a casual dining space that wraps around to the living room a 'tucked away' retreat, perfect for reading and relaxation. An interior window over the kitchen sink peeks out to a large family room flanked by a bank of windows that frame a tranquil treehouse view of the surrounding wooded landscape. This generously-sized room features a woodstove and hearth and is a great gathering place to entertain or catch a game on TV. A freshly paved driveway offers additional parking and leads to an attached 1-car garage as well as a 1st floor primary suite with separate entry from the rest of the house allowing flexibility and privacy for inlaws and guests. The 3rd floor offers 2 additional bedrooms and another room perfect for home office or guest overflow. This exceptional property offers privacy and convenience only minutes to scenic Pepperrell Cove, Fort Foster, Kittery Foreside and all the seacoast has to offer. ME MLS# 1574381

This storybook A-frame getaway is quaintly tucked away among assorted pine trees on a generous .46-acre parcel that, at first glance, you know you have arrived in Maine! A large entertainment deck welcomes you to an attractive front entryway flanked by custom-made stained glass windows. Step inside to an open layout that has been cleverly updated to capitalize on available space. Fresh interior paint throughout, along with updated kitchen and baths enhance a relaxed and informal interior. Floorto-ceiling windows drench a lodgelike design with natural light while cathedral ceilings provide an open and airy atmosphere. Wide pine floors and wood accents can be found throughout a 2-bedroom plan while a private balcony off the 2nd story bedroom offers a romantic treehouse experience. This coveted address offers expansion potential and investment / rental possibilities and is located just minutes to shops & restaurants of Ogunquit Village, worldclass beaches, Marginal Way and all attractions north and south. ME MLS# 1572217

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This spacious and stylishly finished lower level office condo is located with a coveted Shore Road address among the friendly shops and eateries in the heart of Ogunquit Village and a short stroll to Ogunquit Beach. An off-street entrance provides direct access to newly renovated office space with a custom layout & design. The property is well-suited for upscale appointment-based businesses offering nearly 1800 SF of private professional space that comes equipped with a meeting room, open seating areas, fireplace, custom lighting, and includes 2 bathrooms and kitchenette. The central location, amenities and flexible design create a great opportunity for services not yet offered in Ogunquit. ME MLS#: 1562319 NH MLS# 4957358

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Discover 4 Bayberry Lane, a prestigious private enclave perched on the rocky shores of Cape Neddick between the beaches of York & Ogunquit. This architectural showpiece graced in the shingle style is turnkey and ready for immediate occupancy with a sweeping & diverse 7200 SF ﬂoor WWW.4BAYBERRY.COM plan. Overlooking Phillips Cove with panoramic ocean views and the sound of crashing waves along the rocky Atlantic coastline that wil lull you to sleep in one of 6 bedrooms. A cosmopolitan kitchen equipped with luxury appliances, generous cabinetry, libation bar and dual island design is perfect for friendly gatherings or catered events. The adjacent great room supports a luxury lifestyle with a retractable media center, Gas F/P and soaring cathedral $699,000 ceilings accented with architectural timber trusses. Swim laps in the saltwater pool or and make a snack in the pool house - equipped with an impressive seasonal kitchenette, full bath and sheltered hot tub. No need to leave the grounds when you can practice like a pro on the 6-hole outdoor putting green that will be appreciated by any discerning golfer. Easy access to Boston Logan airport, Portland Jetport & Portsmouth International airport at Pease. ME MLS# 1567860 NH MLS# 4964562 0

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Step into this postcard setting of a timeless, vintage New Englander snuggled into the banks of the Piscataqua River’s lively back channel leading to the open ocean. Terraced perennial gardens, natural rock walls and eastern pines deliver you to the private treasured spot to ﬁsh, WWW.148WHIPPLE.COM dock-a launch boats & kayaks, or take a refreshing dip. Three sun-drenched levels of modern living space, multiple decks and a waterside patio provide panoramic views of passing vessels, Seavey Island, and the Atlantic beyond while offering seemingly endless options to view sunrises, sunsets, relax peacefully or host intimate gatherings. The upper level boasts a primary suite that beckons with cathedral ceilings, a unique 'oeil-de-boeuf' window, and elevated vistas reminiscent of being on the bow of a ship. French doors open to a half-moon shaped balcony where you can sip morning coffee and savor ever-changing tidal views.This classic year-round Maine getaway offers a blend of natural beauty and a vibrant setting. Conveniently located within walking distance to thriving Kittery Foreside, a short boat ride from Portsmouth, NH, and an hour's drive up the coast from Boston. ME MLS# 1564115 NH MLS# 4959739

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