Community Calendar

Believed to have originated in the 9th or 10th century A.D., Tholpavakoothu is a sacred art form performed annually in temples as a festival dedicated to Goddess Bhadra Kali. This mesmerizing shadow puppet play is based on the Kamba Ramayana and is traditionally performed in Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi and English. Rooted in Indian mythology, Tholpavakoothu is believed to have been created for Goddess Bhadra Kali, who missed witnessing the battle between Sree Rama and Ravana due to her own fight against the demon king Darikasura. To appease her, Lord Shiva directed that the Ramayana battle be enacted on earth through puppetry a tradition that continues to this day.

This rare and unique blend of shadow puppetry, narration, and music brings to life the timeless stories of the Ramayana and Mahabharata, portraying the eternal struggle between good and evil. Rahul Koonathara, an accomplished artist and a 12th generation shadow puppet practitioner, has dedicated his life to preserving and showcasing this extraordinary art form on national and international platforms.

Re-live the events of the very first Christmas portrayed in this dramatic, multi-scene drive-thru event with live cast and animals, story-telling banners, loads of lights, and special effects. Experience the true meaning of the season from the warmth and comfort of your vehicle! Snow Date: December 21, 5:30-7PM

Wondering about your family lineage? Drop in for genealogy help with volunteer Tim Lynch in the library's breezeway. Tim can help you with most things related to genealogy, including: ancestry.com, family tree construction, record keeping, digital resources, local historical societies and more. Tim is at the Falmouth Memorial Library most Tuesday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AM. Feel free to call the library at 207-781-2351 ext. 140 if you would like to check to be sure before you come.

Seeking beauty and song this Christmas? Join friends and neighbors for a beautiful candlelit celebration this Christmas Eve. Meet at the historic sanctuary in the North Pownal Community Center at 6:30 for scripture, Christmas carols, and a short film.
The North Pownal Christian Fellowship will show "The Messengers" from The Chosen.

All are welcome.

Wondering about your family lineage? Drop in for genealogy help with volunteer Tim Lynch in the library's breezeway. Tim can help you with most things related to genealogy, including: ancestry.com, family tree construction, record keeping, digital resources, local historical societies and more. Tim is at the Falmouth Memorial Library most Tuesday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AM. Feel free to call the library at 207-781-2351 ext. 140 if you would like to check to be sure before you come.

Wondering about your family lineage? Drop in for genealogy help with volunteer Tim Lynch in the library's breezeway. Tim can help you with most things related to genealogy, including: ancestry.com, family tree construction, record keeping, digital resources, local historical societies and more. Tim is at the Falmouth Memorial Library most Tuesday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AM. Feel free to call the library at 207-781-2351 ext. 140 if you would like to check to be sure before you come.

Cabin Fever? We Have The Cure!

Ring in the New Year right and join us for 4 spectacular, online auctions curated for tremendous fun! Full of wonder and whimsy, each of which offers a mix of fine and decorative art, furniture, Asian art, collectibles, and so much more - all at low, affordable starting bids. Don't miss this opportunity to discover hidden gems at unbelievable prices!

Bidding Options: Telephone, Absentee, and Online

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Wondering about your family lineage? Drop in for genealogy help with volunteer Tim Lynch in the library's breezeway. Tim can help you with most things related to genealogy, including: ancestry.com, family tree construction, record keeping, digital resources, local historical societies and more. Tim is at the Falmouth Memorial Library most Tuesday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AM. Feel free to call the library at 207-781-2351 ext. 140 if you would like to check to be sure before you come.

Cabin Fever? We Have The Cure!

Ring in the New Year right and join us for 4 spectacular, online auctions curated for tremendous fun! Full of wonder and whimsy, each of which offers a mix of fine and decorative art, furniture, Asian art, collectibles, and so much more - all at low, affordable starting bids. Don't miss this opportunity to discover hidden gems at unbelievable prices!

Bidding Options: Telephone, Absentee, and Online

Subscribe to emails at www.vintageaccents.com/subscribe and browse the catalog at live.vintageaccents.com!

Join us for a morning filled with inspiration and unity as we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. over a delicious breakfast!

The 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast Celebration

Please join The Greater Bangor Area Branch NAACP for this annual celebration of Dr. King and Civil Rights.

Monday, January 19, 2026

NOTE THE NEW LOCATION! Jeff's Catering & Event Center in Brewer, ME

8:30–10:30 am (doors open at 8:00)

Join us for good food and inspiring speeches. This year’s breakfast will offer a pork-free menu in respect of our Islamic and Jewish friends.

Our keynote speaker this year is Darmita G. Wilson. She is a transformative healthcare leader with a 35-year career focused on mentorship, health equity, and enhancing the rural healthcare workforce. As the Vice President of Medical Education at Northern Light Health, she builds strategic partnerships, oversees residency programs, and manages affiliations with more than 160 academic institutions. Her nationally recognized collaboration with Morehouse School of Medicine introduces diverse physician assistant trainees to Maine, effectively addressing provider shortages and promoting equity.

As an educator and mentor, Darmita bridges classroom learning with real-world leadership, inspiring students to pursue careers in rural healthcare and shaping future leaders through her commitment to servant leadership. Grounded in the belief that access to healthcare is a fundamental right, her leadership reflects a dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Her initiatives include system-wide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts, mentorship programs, and participation on Maine’s Social Equity Advisory Committee. Looking ahead, she champions innovations such as tele-mentorship and AI-enabled simulation centers to strengthen rural healthcare. Guided by the principle that “true leaders don’t create followers; they create more leaders,” she continues to invest in emerging professionals—especially those from underrepresented backgrounds—ensuring that the next generation of healthcare leaders is well-equipped, empowered, and reflective of the communities they serve.

•Location: Jeff's Catering & Event Center in Brewer, ME

• Tickets: Tickets for individuals are $25. Eight-seat table reservations for organizations, businesses, and departments are $200. A limited number of seats will be available at the door.

• Scholarships are available. Please contact the Greater Bangor Area Branch NAACP through the contact tab on the Branch website to apply: https://www.bangornaacp.org/

•Public Officials: The Greater Bangor Area Branch NAACP welcomes elected and appointed public officials to the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Breakfast Celebration. If you are a public official, please use the contact tab on the website (https://www.bangornaacp.org/) to send your name, title, and ticket number. Officials who register will be recognized for their public service during the breakfast's welcoming remarks. Because this is a non-partisan event, no public official will be on the program’s speakers list.

•Accessibility: The event will be ASL-interpreted and wheelchair accessible. For more information or to request a disability accommodation, contact the Greater Bangor Area Branch NAACP through the same contact tab on this website: https://www.bangornaacp.org/