Community Calendar

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia can feel overwhelming—but you are not alone.
Join us for Living Well After the Diagnosis, a free, supportive 12-week series designed to empower individuals and families living with memory loss. Together, we’ll explore ways to navigate this journey with strength, community, and dignity.

Topics include:
✔️ Coping with a new diagnosis
✔️ Combating stigma
✔️ Building support networks
✔️ Accessing local resources
✔️ Living a meaningful, connected life

Whether you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed, this space offers connection, information, and hope.
All are welcome. Registration is encouraged. Learn more and RSVP here: https://drive.google.com/.../10zsFZqZu.../view See less

Most people know that museums collect objects, put on exhibits and present programs, but just how do the staff go about doing those things? Saco Museum will feature some of its oldest collections dating from the late19th century, as well as recent acquisitions, to illustrate how the secrets are unveiled. Staff will be available most weekdays to answer questions. Exhibit hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, noon to 4 p.m.; Thursday, 4-8 p.m. (free admission); Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

An important exhibit will open in downtown Norway, at the Matolcsy Arts Center, from noon to 3pm every Th, Fr, & Sat. through June 28th
The Western Maine Art Group is showing works from its permanent collection. This little non-profit has been an enduring presence in encouraging and showing artwork in the Oxford Hills for more than a half-century. This month's exhibit is a rare opportunity to view artwork largely unknown and rarely seen.

More than Theater, this is Fringe! The PortFringe Theater Festival is back for our 13th year! Join us in Portland's arts district (and beyond!) as local, national, and international artists convene, showcasing new, weird, wonderful, and original work! Join us for one show, or for all 24!

Sample a variety of seasonal specialty beers while enjoying the incredible ambiance of The Cellars at Allagash, our wild and sour barrel aging space. If you are looking for a traditional brewery tour, check out our "

The highlights:
6 samples
60 minutes
In-depth barrel room exploration and chance to see the Coolship
$38 before tax/fees
21+

The experience includes a welcome sample of Allagash White. Starting May 1st we are tasting: Floating Holiday - blonde with lemon and sea salt, Dark Lager with Cherries, Cellar's #11 - barrel blend with wine grapes, and World on a String - bourbon barrel aged amber inspired by an "Old Fashioned" cocktail. Final pour is a "choose your own adventure" sample between two rotating options.

Please read on before booking:
Tour-goers must be 21 or older. Infant-wearing is welcome - the tour path through our manufacturing plant is not suitable for young children or strollers. Guests who are not drinking beer will have a choice of NA beverage. Dogs are not allowed on this manufacturing plant tour.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Jun 13, 2025 to Jul 4, 2025 and happens every:
Mondays: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Timezone: EDT
Thursdays: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Timezone: EDT
Fridays: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Timezone: EDT
Saturdays: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Timezone: EDT
Sundays: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Timezone: EDT

A week-long summer festival of classes, workshops and concerts in Bar Harbor, ME, celebrating Celtic-influenced traditional music and dance.

The Lewiston Public Library will host an Adult Beginner Yoga Series led by Chill Yoga co-owner Heidi Audet from 5:30 to 6:30pm in Callahan Hall on the following Tuesdays: June 10th, June 24th, July 8th, and July 22nd.

All sessions are free to attend, and participants should bring their own mats. Due to limited floor space, registration is required. Please contact Adult Services at 513-3135 or LPLReference@gmail.com to register. Participation in all 4 sessions is not required; register for any sessions you’d like to attend! Classes will begin promptly at 5:30pm, and doors will close to ensure a peaceful classroom environment.

Yoga teachers and practitioners Heidi Audet and Nerys Bayley co-founded Chill Yoga in 2007 as a home for the growing yoga community of Lewiston/Auburn. The studio has been at its current Lisbon Street location since May 2010.

The Lewiston Public Library is located downtown at 200 Lisbon Street at the corner of Pine Street. More information about this program is available by contacting the Lewiston Public Library at 513-3135 or LPLReference@gmail.com.

Back Cove Books & Portland Ovations are proud to present bestselling author and illustrator, Peter Brown, at the Westbrook Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, June 24th at 5:30 PM.

Celebrate the launch of THE WILD ROBOT ON THE ISLAND, the gorgeous illustrated picture book version of the #1 New York Times bestselling novel The Wild Robot!

The event includes a drawing demonstration from Peter Brown, the opportunity to take photos on Roz's island, a scavenger hunt, and an interactive Roz activity! Peter will be available for book signings and we encourage all ages to join in on the festivities.

Lafayette will join us at the library for a reenactment of his visit to Biddeford 200 years ago to the day. Speeches, costumes, and historically accurate snacks will be followed by a talk from Alan R. Hoffman, titled “Lafayette and the Farewell Tour: Odyssey of an American Idol.”

https://lafayette200.org/event/lafayette-is-greeted-by-biddeford-me/

“Diamonds and Toads,” written by Melody Bates, is a hilarious and unflinching dive into the underbelly of wicked stepmother and stepsister stories, Melody’s take on this tale comes complete with a marvelous fairy godmother named Florabella, a talking toad, and a true happy ending that doesn’t rely on prince charming. Costume design, by Jennifer Paar, features a rococo silhouette, ribbons and ruffles, bejeweled fabric and adornments, and hand-made gossamer wings. Florabella’s wand is topped with a jeweled lotus flower. Enchanted Islands is a dazzling and transportative live storytelling experience for audiences of all ages!

Location: Stonington Opera House
Tickets: $5
Ages: All ages!