Community Calendar

Join us for the Chamber's largest fundraiser!

Donate a basket of at least $50 in value to be raffled off to the lucky winner. Or buy tickets for a chance to win!

Winners chosen at random and do not need to be present to win.

November 11 - December 13

Tuesday-Friday 9-4:30pm

with two Saturdays Dec. 6 and 13, 10-1pm

Tickets

$1 each, 3/$2, or 10/$5

drawing held on Dec. 13

The Second Christian Congregational Church of Kittery, 33 Government Street, will hold its annual Evergreen Festival this year on Saturday, November 29th, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Highlights of the fair will include a Country Store featuring baked beans, candy, fudge, baked goods, homemade jams and jellies, pickles, relish, and more. There will also be hand-made gift items, jewelry, ornaments, fresh decorated wreaths, attic treasures, and a raffle. Raffle tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. The raffle drawing will be at 1:00 p.m. (attendance not required). Coffee and hot chocolate will be served in the morning.

For further information call the church office at (207) 439-3903 or online at www.2ccucc.org.

Lighting Up Lives, One Tree at a time!

The Festival of Trees is a festive celebration - a partnership with the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce, the Alfond Youth & Community Center and presented by the Central Maine Betterment Collaborative.

The Festival of Trees is a cherished annual event that transforms the Waterville Elks Lodge into a winter wonderland, beautifully decorated with dazzling trees, each uniquely adorned with fantastic gifts curated by local businesses and organizations. We invite the community to revel in the holiday spirit while supporting community initiatives. Funds raised during the festival directly benefit our community experiencing food insecurity and provide meaningful workforce development opportunities.

Details:

📍 Waterville Elks Banquet Center, 76 Industrial Rd, Waterville, ME
📅 November 21 & 22 | 10:00 -7:00 PM
November 23 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
November 28 & 29 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
November 30 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

🎟️ $2 per person | Free for kids 12 & under
🎫 Tree raffle tickets: 50¢ each (cash only)
💰 50/50 raffle tickets also available

To volunteer or sponsor a tree, please visit: https://festivaloftreesmaine.net/

Come shop and support local artists and makers on this Small Business Saturday! Bring the whole family and enjoy bites, music and some post-Thanksgiving Holiday shopping!

Featuring local Maine artists and juried makers, along with live music, DJ, food vendors and a full bar! It's the perfect way to kick off the holiday shopping season.

Portland--Come Light The World!
Have you ever bought a goat from a vending machine? How about warm clothing for a child, groceries for a family, or job training for the underemployed?

This year Portland will have that chance. From November 20 to December 10 visitors at The Maine Mall can purchase essential items like from The Light the World Giving Machine to help those in need in Maine and throughout the world.

The nonprofits featured in the South Portland Giving Machines include: Catholic Charities; Furniture Friends; Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine; Ronald McDonald House Charities Maine and Through These Doors.

Join us for a Holiday Craft Market at 40 Main Street, next to Portland Pie. The market will features members of Mill Pond Ceramics Studio offering their handmade pottery and ceramics as well as other select makers. Come out on Small Business Saturday and support artists.

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.

Formerly known as the Holiday Bazaar, Made is a curated seasonal marketplace that highlights the artistry and craftsmanship of Maine makers, offering visitors a unique selection of locally handmade goods.

Thank you to our sponsors Kennebec Savings Bank, the City of Waterville, Central Maine Newspapers, and Back Office Solutions!

The Friends of Rockland Public Library will once again hold their annual “Festival of Lights” Silent Auction and Book Sale on Saturday, November 29th. On display for bidding between 1-4pm will be over 30 trees, wreaths, and stockings generously decorated by local businesses. Come early or stick around during the auction to shop our last book sale of the year downstairs in the community room from 11am-4pm (early member shop 10:30am) where you’ll be able to find low-cost, gift-quality books, puzzles and more! It’s a great way to stock up for winter and support the Rockland Public Library! The Book Stop used bookstore will also have extended hours until 4pm.

Book Sale Hours: 11am-4pm (early member shop at 10:30am)

Silent Auction & Raffle Hours: 1-4pm

The Book Stop Used Bookstore Hours: 10am-4pm

All proceeds benefit the Rockland Public Library.

Maine resident, Andy Austin was a court room artist for ABC TV Chicago for 43 years. She covered such trial as The Chicago 7, John Wayne Gacy's murder trial, trials of famous Mob Leaders and Gangsters as well as corrupt government officials such as Governor Blegojevich. These were turbulent times in Chicago and her sketches capture the tension, and the drama and in some cases the sadness. They are riveting and the stories behind them are fascinating.