Community Calendar

Local artisans have been creating the perfect gifts. Come out and shop local and enjoy the warmth of creativity and community at our annual holiday bazaar. Something for everyone and some tasty treats too with two deliveries of hot pies!

Join us for your holiday shopping with The Basket Case; Pinestar Studio-fibre arts; Earthen Wares by Kim Bahr; Legare Sugar House, Something Made Here-Upcycled Clothing by Jenn Lenotte; Candace Maher Print & Art; PhoenixNest Design; Skinny Towel & Washcloth Co.; Sankofa Ancestral Adornments by Cassaundra; Mad River Artistry/crafts; Pickett Hill Pottery; Bradbury Home Collection-candles, Chickadee Quilters; Donna Marie Seim-Children’s Books; Tiny Farm Stand-Tea selection; Worth The Wait Farm; Sachets, Soaps & Seeds by Julia Marino, and The Pie Guy … phew, the elves have been busy!

The Lewiston Public Library will be offering drop-in Preschool Playdates from 10:30am-12:30pm on Saturdays* in the Children’s program room.
*(The Library will be closed on Saturday, 8/30 in observance of Labor Day & Saturday, 11/29 in observance of Thanksgiving.)

Drop-in and join us for Preschool Playdates! Preschoolers and their families are invited to stop in during our Preschool Playdates to engage in imaginative play and build friendships. A variety of toys, games, and crafts will be available during all sessions.

The programs will take place in the Children’s Program Room on the 3rd floor.

The programs are free and there is no registration required. All families with children between the ages of 2-6 are welcome to attend. Siblings are also welcome.

The Lewiston Public Library is located downtown at 200 Lisbon Street at the corner of Pine Street. For more information on children’s programming contact the Children’s Department at 513-3133 or LPLKids@lewistonmaine.gov.

It’s been five years since the last TEDxDirigo event, and the world has transformed. The beauty of humanity is that we evolve with it.

TEDxDirigo has always been about amplifying voices that challenge us to think differently, explore new possibilities, and reimagine the path forward. It’s also about community. And we have to say—we’ve missed you.

On November 8, 2025, TEDxDirigo returns to Innovation Hall at UNE in Portland, Maine with a new theme: FLUX.

Change is the only constant. A force shaping our lives every day, challenging us to keep up — and keep going. How do you adapt and innovate? How do you go with the flux?

Join us for a day of connection, insight, and celebration of the ideas that help keep us moving forward.

Explore the dynamic world of martinis in this hands-on mixology class where you'll craft both savory and sweet variations. Start with a bold twist on a classic—like a Dirty Martini or Hot & Dirty—then satisfy your sweet side with an indulgent Espresso or Dessert Martini. Whether you're a seasoned sipper or a curious beginner, this class will shake up your cocktail skills in style.

Tickets include:

Two(2) cocktails
Light bites & snacks
Take home recipe card

Part of The Burleigh's Hotel Week Programming.

Award-winning writer Annaliese Jakimides will teach a flash fiction workshop, using art currently on display at the museum as inspiration. “Likely, you'll surprise yourself with what bubbles up,” says Jakimides.

“Flash fiction is known by many names, including sudden fiction, short-short stories, and microfiction. Although people often think it's a ‘new’ form of writing, it's been around for as long as we've been writing stories.”

Jakimides has placed in the World's Best Short-Short Story Contest multiple times.

Winner of the Acadia Prize in Poetry, Annaliese Jakimides has more than five hundred publications in magazines, journals, anthologies, and newspapers, and broadcast online and on radio. She has multiple Pushcart Prize nominations and has been a finalist for the Maine Literary Awards in both Poetry and Nonfiction—multiple times for each one—as well as for the Stephen Dunn Poetry Prize. Her work has also been included in art venues such as ArtWord at the Portland Museum of Art. Her essay for NPR’s vaunted This I Believe program was included in the show’s anthology and CD, curated by Liane Hansen. Jakimides’ most recent publication is the essay “I Tell Henry the Plate Is Red,” in the anthology Breaking Bread (Beacon Press, 2022).

A native of inner-city Boston, she moved to northern Maine and raised a family, growing almost all of their food and pumping water by hand. She currently lives in an apartment overlooking the copper dome of the Bangor Public Library. She is also a noted teacher of writing. In addition to working with urban environmental justice organizations and international arts groups, she has developed humanities programs for schools and discussed life through the lens of children’s literature in a variety of settings, including prisons, community centers, and libraries.

Ready to crack some eggs and level up your Japanese cooking game? Join us for a deliciously fun class all about tamago — the sweet-savory rolled omelette that's a staple in Japanese kitchens.

We’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of making rosella-style tamago — from whisking and seasoning to that satisfying fold-and-roll action. You’ll learn the secrets to nailing the texture, flavor, and iconic layered look.

After the demo, we’ll serve up a few tamago-inspired dishes so you can taste just how versatile this omelette can be.

Calling musicians of all levels! Please come and join us on the second Saturday of each month from 1:00 to 3:00 pm for a community - based open mic session. All levels and musical genres are welcome as are individuals, duos, groups, whatever. This will be an all - acoustic session but there will be a small Fishman amplifier and microphone available on an as needed basis.

Our open mic group shall endeavor to provide a fun and judgement free opportunity to share our musical offerings with others. Original compositions as well as covers are welcomed. Please pass the word to friends and let's create a community where we can gather to play, sing, laugh, learn and get to know our neighbors. The event shall be by donation ($2 suggested) with all proceeds going to The Gatherings.

Thanks and we hope to see you at our first open mic on Saturday, January 14 at 1:00 pm. Should you have any questions or need for additional information please feel free to email Joe Bruno at jbruno56@gmail.com.

Join us at Earth at Hidden Pond as we celebrate the cozy holiday season where you'll experience the warm and savory flavors of fall paired with a variety of blends. Enjoy canapes and sip on the sweet tastes of the changing season!

More Information about Earth at Hidden Pond in Kennebunkport, Maine.

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Class is open to adults 21 years of age or older. Proper ID is required at door. We look forward to seeing you.

Part of Earth at Hidden Pond's Hotel Week Programming.

Embark on a journey into the refined world of the Espresso Martini, where expert mixologists will unveil the delicate artistry behind this iconic cocktail. Discover the perfect harmony of premium espresso, smooth spirits, and exquisite liqueurs as you learn the secrets to crafting the perfect pour.

In this immersive experience, you'll not only master the classic Espresso Martini, but also explore two bold and exciting variations: a seasonal Pumpkin Espresso Martini, rich with cozy spice, and a complex Amaro Espresso Martini, offering a bittersweet twist on tradition.

Tickets include:

Three(3) cocktails

Light bites & snacks

Take home recipe cards

We hope to see you at our Film Fest for Casco Bay, an afternoon of environmental and adventure films curated by Maine Outdoor Film Festival just for us. You won’t want to miss it!

What: Film Fest for Casco Bay

Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025

Time: Doors open at 2 p.m. for snacks, drinks, raffle, & mingling

Films: 3 to 6 p.m. 

Where: University of Southern Maine’s Abromson Center, 88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME

Tickets: $30

Buy your Tickets on our website!

We will also host a raffle for prizes such as local hand crafted goods, gift cards to local shops and eateries, art, Friends of Casco Bay hats and jackets, and even private boat cruises on Casco Bay!

Interested in volunteering at Film Fest? Reach out to Sara Freshley to learn more: sfreshley@cascobay.org.