Community Calendar

Join us for the 5th Annual Chocolate Fest in downtown Freeport!
This beloved, sell-out event continues to grow each year, welcoming hundreds of visitors for a day filled with chocolate samples, handcrafted treats, and exclusive offers from local businesses. With an expanding lineup of Maine chocolatiers and new experiences added annually, Chocolate Fest is bigger, sweeter, and more exciting than ever. Stroll through town, discover new favorites, and be part of a festival that celebrates community, creativity, and all things chocolate. 🍫

Experience the fun and magic of theater on Saturday mornings with Play Me a Story! Ages 4 – 10 enjoy a performance of children’s stories followed by an interactive acting workshop with Portland Stage’s Education Artists for $15. Sign up for the month and save or pick individual days that work for you. Financial aid is available. Build literacy, encourage creativity and spark dramatic dreams!

Play Me a Story takes place in person at Portland Stage’s Theater for Kids on Saturday mornings from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Doors open at 10:00, 10:30 performance, followed by an interactive workshop from 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM, with everything wrapped up by 12:00 PM.

All books featured in Play Me a Story are presented with permission from the publishers and/or authors.

Join us at Libby Library in OOB on the first Saturday of the month January through May at 11:00 am for Chair Yoga with instructor Jessy Lynn Ostara! The class dates will be January 3rd, February 7th, March 7th, April 4th, and May 2nd.

This is a one-time class that will give you an introduction to Chair Yoga. Chair yoga offers all of the benefits of yoga without the need to get down to (and up from) the floor. Yoga postures are adapted for practicing seated or standing using the chair for support when needed. You will be guided through yoga postures and breathing/relaxation techniques with a focus on releasing tension, improving flexibility, and creating mindfulness.

All levels welcome, no prior experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement.

This program is free, open to the public, and no registration is required.

Jim’s award winning blend of catchy originals, modern covers, and masterful guitar work has made him a crowd favorite from festivals to coffeehouses. From Celtic jigs to delta blues, his performances are energetic, heartfelt and unforgettable. Don’t miss Jim’s only performance in the Last Run Pub this season. All ages. Free admission. Sponsored by: Adley’s Auto, Baxter Brewing, Bissell Brothers, Brick & Stone, Coos Canyon Campground & Cabins, Hebert Realty, Lone Pine, Oxford Federal Credit Union, Sun Cruiser and Swift River Suites.

*Owlbear’s Rest & Cthulhu Present…*
The Caverns of Thracia
by Jennell Jaquays

Come and experience one of the classic early D&D adventure modules. Explore a branching, non-linear, reactive dungeon inhabited by multiple factions and loot their stuff ! Utilizing Basic D&D for simple character creation and a rules light approach.

Casual drop-in/drop-out play — come when you can!
No RPG experience necessary!

📅 Every other Saturday, 5–9 PM (No session 8/9)
💲 $10 per player per session
📍 In the Druid's Grove at Owlbear’s Rest
Grab your dice. Explore the depths. Steal from lizard cultists.

The Caverns await…

Our monthly spaghetti supper offers community and spaghetti (meat or veggie sauce), salad, garlic bread, and BUMC’s famous pies. Donation only. A portion of proceeds goes to MCHPP. We hope you will join us regularly.

The Maine Music Society Chorale, directed by Dr. Richard Nickerson, is thrilled to announce its upcoming March concert, Echoes of the Earth, to be held on Saturday, March 7, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 8, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Franco Center in Lewiston.
This concert will feature the Maine premiere of We Are Phoenix by Minnesota composer Timothy C. Takach. Accompanied by chamber orchestra and piano, this multi-movement work illuminates the analogy between humans and our planet: we both suffer loss and devastation and yet rise again and again, becoming stronger each time. Another notable piece, Ola Gjeilo’s Luminous Night of the Soul, accompanied by string quartet, will reflect a theme of exuberance and relentlessness.
The 80+ volunteer singers from the Lewiston-Auburn area, under the direction of Artistic Director Richard Nickerson and accompanied by collaborative pianist Randy Day, are excited to perform in this premiere as well as present other musical selections inspired from our connection to the earth.
Ticket Information: Adults: $27*, Seniors $25*, Students (13+) $6*, Children under 12 free**
*Prices include all handling fees. **When accompanied by an adult.

Tickets are available for purchase online at www.mainemusicsociety.org or by calling the MMS office at 207-333-3386. We encourage you to buy your tickets in advance to secure your seats for this highly anticipated event.
Thank you to our sponsors: Anonymous and Andwell Health Partners, and to our Season Underwriters Hardy, Wolf & Downing and Sun Journal.
About the Maine Music Society:
The Maine Music Society (MMS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the cultural life of the Lewiston-Auburn area through performances of choral music. MMS's volunteer singers, musicians, and staff share a passion for creating music that inspires, uplifts, and connects the community.
For more information, visit www.mainemusicsociety.org

Great Falls Comedy Club presents Brad Sativa, featuring Nicholas Stubblefield and host Nick Gordon!

Brad Sativa, a Nashville Based national touring Comedian/Actor. He recently had four professional stand Up sets released for Don’t Tell Comedy entitled “Black Southern Observations,” Onlyfans' "LMAOF” on OFTV, Nateland Live and Stand Up Nashville on CircleTV. He also has appeared as an actor on CMT's "Still the King, The Movie "Roll With It" Several National Brand Commercials, and Craig Brewer (Empire Producer) Roast Battle "You Look Like", which is featured on Kevin Hart's LOL Network. He has also been a featured performer on Bonnaroo Music Festival (2019), Nashville Comedy Festival (2018-2023), 10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival (2019 & 2022), West End Comedy Festival (Headliner - 2023), Gilda Laugh Fest (Clean Comedy Showcases - 2023), Limestone Festival (2023). He has opened for Natasha Leggero, Joey Diaz, Karlous Miller, Josh Blue, Chad Daniels, Ian Bagg, Chris Kattan, Michael Rapaport, Toured with Channel 5, and Many More. He released his Debut Album Entitled "PETTY" on all major Streaming Services.

Join us at the Great Falls Comedy Club, 34 Court St, Auburn, ME, inside Craft Brew Underground, voted "Maine's Best Beer Bar".

Free covered parking.

Ages 18+, Seating at 7:00pm! Cash bar and food available at 4pm.

Make Laughter a Priority.

*Lineup subject to change

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This American Legion Post #36 Breakfast Buffet has been a tradition spanning many years now. Aside from a few minor unforeseen and unavoidable changes, most everything else remains the same. All who enter the Legion Hall doors on a Breakfast Buffet Sunday, will get a great meal for a fair price/donation, get to see old friends and/or family, or meet someone interesting for the first time. The menu items have satisfied many folks over the years, and I have no doubt that this year will be no different. So come and enjoy the Legion Buffet Breakfast this season, enjoy the food, enjoy the camaraderie, and learn how you (Yes, You) can play a key role in this year's breakfast season - or next year's season. There are a number of very important people who make these breakfasts a success each year, if you have any interest in becoming a volunteer or member of the breakfast crew - ask for the least important person in the mix (Christopher) when you arrive for breakfast. These breakfast buffets take place every other Sunday starting on April 2, 2025.

Owlbear’s Rest is usually an escape from adulting for grown-ups—except on Sunday mornings! Bring the whole crew for a game-filled adventure that’s perfect for adventurers of any age. Your little halflings can enjoy a warm steamer while you sip on a well-earned latte (oat milk available!).

Family gaming time starts here!

✨ Keep an eye on our social media—some sessions will feature special organized activities just for kiddos!