Community Calendar

LOCAL HAPPY HOUR TEAMS UP WITH MIDCOAST HABITAT FOR HUMANITY TO HOST CLIMATE & GREEN BUILDING EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 18

On September 18, midcoast residents Amanda Dwelley and Jess Scott, organizers of a bi-monthly “Midcoast Climate, Energy and Green Building Happy Hour”, are teaming up with Midcoast Habitat for Humanity to host a happy hour at the Habitat ReStore in Rockport! Habitat works hard to create sustainable and affordable housing opportunities in our region, and this happy hour will feature information about their current projects and volunteer opportunities.

**Attendance is free, food and beverages will be available.**

Calling all small business owners and entrepreneurs: the Second Annual Paper City Pitch Contest is now accepting applications.

This is a fun way to talk about your hopes and dreams for YOUR business. Stand up on stage, share your ideas and how you plan to get there. Be the best and you can win a cash prizes!

Who: Westbrook Businesses- Must have a Westbrook address and be locally owned (no franchises)

Must have a Westbrook Address or do business in Westbrook
Must be Early Pre-launch (Under 250K in Revenue)
What: Give us a pitch- tell us who you are and how you want to grow and expand.

Other Criteria:

Why did you choose Westbrook for your business?
Community – How does your business benefit Westbrook?
Innovation/Creativity – What is innovative about your business or business model / OR / How does your business contribute to the creative economy?
Feasibility – How likely will your business be around in five years?
Growth – Will your business be profitable? Will your business be able to hire?
Presentation – Is your communication clear with clarity of concept, compelling story persuasiveness and a charismatic entrepreneur or team?
Winner- Winner: The top scoring business based on the rubric will be declared the winner.

Business pitches will be evaluated by a group of judges from the Westbrook community.

Space is LIMITED, so apply today!

To be considered for the Westbrook Pitch Contest, please fill out the form below. Your early application for the Pitch contest will put you in line for feedback and pitch training opportunities from the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs – Top Gun – before the Final pitch.

If you are selected, you will be asked to pitch live at the Paper City Pitch Contest on September 18 at Owlbear’s Rest (506 Main St, Westbrook).

Join United Way of Southern Maine for United We CAN — a one-of-a-kind food drive and sculpture contest that brings our community together to fight hunger.

37% of families in Southern Maine are ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed)—working hard but still struggling to afford basics like food.

https://uwsme.org/2025/07/2025-united-we-can-food-drive-can-sculpture-contest/

Join Great Works Regional Land Trust (GWRLT) for an enthralling evening exploring international short films focused on the environment. These stories inspire us to contextualize our own beloved conservation land.

More than an inspiring and fun evening together, GWRLT is aiming to raise $20,000 from ticket sales, donations, and event sponsors that will make it possible for us to continue our mission of conservation "...For Everyone, Forever!"

The Dempsey Challenge is celebrating its 17th year—bringing together thousands of people from around the world to Lewiston, Maine to run, walk, and ride in support of people impacted by cancer. This year, Challengers can take on a 10k Run, 5k Run or Walk, or Cycling Rides in the distances of 7 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, 65 miles, or Cyclists can take on a new Gravel Ride! Can't make it to Lewiston? No problem! You can participate virtually from anywhere, at any time, however you want--and virtual participants will earn an exclusive medal!

Each and every dollar raised by participants goes directly to supporting people impacted by cancer through the no-cost support services offered by the Dempsey Center. So RALLY TOGETHER with us to make life better for cancer patients, survivors, care partners, bereaved individuals, and their loved ones.

Join Maine Youth Leadership for our annual Golf Classic at the beautiful Toddy Brook Golf Course. Participate in our 18-hole scramble and compete in various raffles and contests throughout the day! The day’s winners are celebrated at the awards luncheon where all participants are treated to a BBQ lunch.

$500 entry fee for a team of 4. 25 teams max

Schedule:
7:30-8:30am Check in and registration
8:30am Shotgun start
1:00-3:00 BBQ Lunch & Awards Ceremony

Maine Youth Leadership’s annual Golf Classic is the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year, raising over $10,000 to support leadership development for Maine’s young leaders! Thank you to each of our sponsors, donors, and golfers who make this event truly outstanding.

Maine Youth Leadership is a 4-day seminar focused on enhancing leadership skills, volunteerism, and character for high school sophomores in Maine. Since 1980, Maine Youth Leadership (MYL) has worked with Maine youth to seek out, recognize, and develop their leadership skills. Our goal is to motivate Maine’s future leaders and create a network of civic-minded students who will better their communities through volunteering. Our programs encourage and assist students at critical times in their quest for self-identification and development and we provide give-and-take discussions with thought leaders and role models from across Maine society.

The Book Sale features gently used books, CDs, DVDs and audio books - most priced at 50 cents to a dollar. The sale is held on the third Saturday of every month. All proceeds fund Cary Memorial Library scholarships awarded to Maranacook High School graduating seniors.

Saturday September 20: Three Rivers Kiwanis Annual Cruise-In 10am-1pm on our new, paved parking lot! Food, medals, 50/50 raffle. Cars-$5, spectators-$3. 15 Harris Pond Rd, Milo. Funds help support area children and community programs. Info: Chris 207-343-0450

Join us for the fall community tradition! The Shaker Hill Apple festival offers something for everyone. September 20th 10am-4pm and September 21st 10am-3pm, Shaker Hill Rd in Alfred, ME.

For more information follow our event page and social media: https://www.facebook.com/share/15CH6j6ZJXY/

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The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Out of the Darkness Walks provide an opportunity for communities to walk together toward a world without suicide. By participating, you are joining our lifesaving effort to show others that they are not alone and that prevention is possible through education, advocacy, and support. Together, we can create a better understanding of mental health and how to be there for each other, including ourselves, when someone is struggling.

Join us in Bangor on September 20th to connect and heal with others while raising awareness and funds for suicide prevention.

Register, form a team, or donate today at www.afsp.org/bangor!