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Art
BANGOR:
• Art Factory: Free Family Fun Da,y 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6, at the museum. Art-making stations for those of all ages to create a card, ornament or gift. Supplies and admission are free and staff will be available to assist families throughout the day. 561-3360
Admission to UMMA is free in 2014 thanks to support from Penobscot Financial Advisors.
• University of Maine Museum of Art, 40 Harlow St. Museum hours, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Free admission in 2014 thanks to Penobscot Financial Advisors.
561-3350.
HOLDEN:
• “Painting En Plein Aire,” paintings by Michael Vermette, 6:30 p.m. through November, Fields Pond Audubon Center. Free. 989-2591.
Children
BANGOR:
• Family Science Night Orion Launch Party, 6-7:30 p.m. Dec. 4, Challenger Learning Center of Maine, 30 Venture Way. $3. Video viewing of NASA’s new deep space exploration rocket flight test. 990-2900.
• Maine Discovery Museum, 74 Main St., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. $7.50. Closed Mondays unless it is a school holiday. Free to museum members and those under age 1. 262-7200.
• Story Time, Bangor Public Library: ABC Kids, 11-11:30 a.m. Saturdays; Chapter Chums, 4-4:45 p.m. alternate Tuesdays; Creative Crafts, 4-4:45 p.m. third Thursdays; Crochet Club, 4-4:45 p.m. Fridays; Goody Gang, 4-4:45 p.m. Mondays; Maryann’s Night Story Time, 6-6:30 p.m. Thursdays; Mother Goose, 10:15-10:35 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; Tiny Tots, 11-11:30 a.m. Wednesday and Thursdays.
HOLDEN:
• Nature Time Drop In for preschoolers, 10-11 a.m. Dec. 8, Fields Pond Audubon Center. $5 center members; $7 others.
Classes
BANGOR:
• CPR basic life support classes, 6-9:30 p.m. Dec. 2, Jan. 6 and Feb. 3, conference room 2D, Eastern Maine Medical Center, 489 State St. $45. To register or for information, 217-1878.
HOLDEN:
• Fields Pond Yoga with Holly Twining, noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays, through December, Fields Pond Audubon Center. $7 center member; $10 others per class. No classes Dec. 24 and 31.
Clubs, groups
BANGOR:
• Dirigo Bridge Club with Steve Dyer, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, and 12:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, Bangor Motor Inn. Open to all bridge players. Steve Dyer, 884-7413, or Jean Martin, 989-3873.
• Paul Bunyan Chapter of BNI, 7-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Season’s Restaurant.
• Bangor Toastmasters, nonprofit educational organization teaches public speaking and leadership skills, 7 p.m. first and third Wednesdays, Beal College, 99 Farm Road. 944-0838 or bangortoastmasters@gmail.com.
• Rendez-Vous, French conversation group, 5:30-6:30 p.m. first and third Wednesdays, cafe, Books-A-Million, Bangor Mall Blvd.
• Bangor Grange, first and third Tuesdays, Bangor Grange hall, 1192 Ohio St. Potluck supper, 6 p.m.; meeting, 7 p.m. 973-3976.
• German Stammtisch language group, 5:30 p.m. second and fourth Wednesdays, Books-A-Million. 866-4992.
- Spanish Conversation Table, 7 p.m. Fridays, Books-A-Million, 116 Bangor Mall Blvd.
BREWER:
• Eastern Maine Die-cast Association, for collectors of diecast and toy vehicles, airplanes, soldiers, etc., second Mondays, at IGA coffee shop, North Brewer Shopping Center. 745-1345, 942-3801.
GLENBURN:
• Glenburn Lakeside Riders Club, 7-8 p.m. first and third Wednesdays, Glenburn Community Center, corner Phillips Road and Ohio Street. 942-2649.
HAMPDEN:
• Knitting group, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Edythe Dyer Library, 269 Main Road North. Bring a project. Free and open to all stitchers.
HERMON:
- Arnold R. Kelly American Legion Post 200, 7 p.m. last Thursdays, Hermon Volunteer Rescue Squad building, Billings Road. 848-5597.
ORONO:
• Book discussion groups: Tuesday Readers, 10 a.m. third Tuesdays; Thursday Thoughtful Readers, 3 p.m. third Thursdays; Evening Book, 6:30 p.m. third Tuesdays, Orono Public Library, 39 Pine St. 866-5060.
• French conversation table, 4-6 p.m. every other Thursday, Black Bear Microbrewery, Mill Street.
• Yarn Social knitting group with Robin Case of Yarn Barn, 12:30-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Orono Public Library. Bring a project: crochet, cross-stitch, needlepoint, knitting or learn something new. To register, Gateway Seniors, 899-3031.
Dance
BANGOR:
• Soul Movement with Suzanne Kelly, 6-7:30 p.m. first Thursdays, through Dec.11, Maine Holistic Center, 81 Main St. Dance, stretch, move to rhythm and blues, soul and world music. $10. Benefits center. suziekrm@gmail.com or 745-3157.
- Line dance class, Tuesday 6-7:30 p.m., Sunbury Village, 922 Ohio St. Beginner through advanced. 922-2459.
BREWER:
• Bangor Area Recovery Network chem-free dances 8-11:30 p.m. Saturdays, B.A.R.N., 142 Center St.
• Bangor Singles Club dance, 8 p.m.-midnight Fridays, Brewer Eagles Club. Doors open, 7 p.m. Guests may purchase tickets at the door.
• Line dance classes, 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays, upstairs, Brewer Eagles Club, 22 Atlantic Ave. All levels. $5. Benefits Brewer Eagles Club. 852-3284.
Events
BANGOR:
• Bingo, 6:15 p.m. Tuesday and Saturday, Dow-Clewley VFW Post 1761, 1368 Hammond St. Doors open 4:30 p.m.
HAMPDEN:
• Hampden VFW Cribbage tournaments, 10 a.m. Dec. 13, VFW Post, 41 Canoe Club Road. $20. Food and refreshments available for purchase. 50/50 drawing. Game boards and cards provided.
• Texas Hold ‘em Poker Tournament, 11 a.m. Dec. 13, Hampden Kiwanis Civic Center. $103. Keith, 356-9949. Benefits Hampden Kiwanis charities.
• Bingo, 7 p.m. Fridays, VFW Post 4633, Canoe Club Road. Early birds, 6 p.m. Refreshments available. 862-2553.
GLENBURN:
• Bingo, 7 p.m. Thursdays, West Glenburn Community Club, 5 Phillips Road, across from fire station. Doors open 4:30 p.m.; early birds, 5:30 p.m. 745-3067.
HOLDEN:
• Story and song with Randy Spencer, guide, author, songwriter, 7 p.m. Dec. 10, Fields Pond Audubon Center. Co-sponsored by the Appalachian Mountain Club, Maine Chapter. Free.
Fairs, fundraisers
HAMPDEN:
• American Legion craft fair, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6, VFW Hall, 41 Canoe Club Road. Table rental, $10. Tom, 947-7111.
OLD TOWN:
• Knights of Columbus craft fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 6, K of C hall, Gilman Falls Avenue. Local crafters, food table sponsored by Daughters of Isabella. Kitchen open for lunch.
• Animal Orphanage annual Re-gifting sale, 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 29, Old Town Knights of Columbus hall. New and gently used items, raffles, pictures with Santa Claus.
Holiday fairs, events
BANGOR:
- Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, 9-11 a.m. Dec. 6, Bangor Grange hall, 1192 Ohio St. Gifts, gift bags, reindeer food and snowman soup. $5, $2 children, $12 family of 4 or more. Benefits Make-A-Wish. 973-3976.
• Rotary Club of Bangor Festival of Lights Parade, 4:30 p.m. Dec. 6, Main St. Starts at Railroad Street, right onto Main, crosses Union, through downtown Bangor, across State Street to Central Street, right on Harlow, across State Street again to Exchange Street, ending by Camden National Bank.
• United Methodist Women Christmas Coffee and sale, 9-11:30 a.m. Dec. 6, First United Methodist Church, 703 Essex St. Free.
• Holiday Craft Fair, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 14, Congregation Beth Israel, 144 York St. Mittens, knitted Items, children’s Items, jewelry, paintings and drawings, candles, traditional Jewish food available for purchase in the cafe. 945-3433 or office@cbisrael.org.
BREWER:
• Holiday Market Place and Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 29, at Brewer Eagles Club, 22 Atlantic Ave. Space available for $15. Nancy, 478-9986.
EDDINGTON:
• Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 29, East Eddington Community Church Route 9. Handmade gifts, candy, jewelry, baked goodies. Lunch of homemade chicken soup, corn chowder and sandwiches.
• AdvenTree display, 5-7 p.m. Dec. 3m10 and 17 North Brewer-Eddington United Methodist Church, 31 Main Road. 989-4715.
KENDUSKEAG:
• The Kenduskeag Union Church will hold a
Christmas Craft Fair sponsored by the Willing Workers, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6, Kenduskeag Union Church, across the bridge from Route 15. Food sale, fancy work, crafts, white elephants, snacks, chowder luncheon, door prize. Charlotte, 884-7133; Donna, 285-3070; Wilma, 379-3000.
LEVANT:
• Holiday bake sale, 10 a.m-2 p.m. Dec. 13, Levant Heritage Library, Union Street.
ORLAND:
• Orland United Methodist Church annual holiday fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 29, at the church, 24 Narramissic Drive. Crafts, homemade baked goods, candy, fudge, cookie walk, silent auction, wreaths, white elephant items. Lasagna luncheon, $5. 469-3714.
ORONO:
• Ye Olde Holiday Shoppe, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 6, Page Farm and Home Museum, University of Maine. Twenty-two Maine crafters and artisans to display. Hand-wrapped wreaths, reproduction 19th century toys, handpainted glassware, and edibles such as bread, chocolates and maple sugar. Free. Ample parking. 581-4100.
WINTERPORT:
• Ellingwoods Corner United Methodist Church Christmas Fair, 3-6 p.m. Dec. 5, and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6, 796 Lebanon Road. Silent auction of gift baskets, gift certificates for merchandise, services and food from local businesses; local guest crafters; homemade candy, baked goods. Thrift Shop featuring sweaters and blankets. Pancake breakfast, 8 a.m. Dec. 6, $4; and homemade turkey pie luncheon, 11 a.m., $8. Melinda, 989-2989.
Lectures, books
BANGOR:
• Book signing, cartoonist George Danby, “The Essential Danby,” and author Ardeana Hamlin, “Abbott’s Reach,” the sequel to “Pink Chimneys,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 13, Islandport kiosk, Bangor Mall. 990-8153.
• Book signing, “Merry Moosey Christmas“ with author Lynn Plourde and illustrator Russ Cox, 10 a.m.-noon, Nov. 29, The Briar Patch, 27 Central St. 941-0255.
• Kevin Smith, sportsman, hunting guide, taxidermist and host of the Maine Outdoor talk show, “Living off the Land, Maine Hunting Traditions,” 7 p.m. Dec. 4, Bangor Land Trust office, 8 Harlow St., fourth floor.
Meals
BANGOR:
• Breaking Bread soup kitchen, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays, Apostolic Lighthouse Church, 517 Hammond St. Free. 570-8107.
• Free community meal, 4-6 p.m. Thursdays, First United Methodist Church, 703 Essex St. 945-9567.
• Free community meal, noon-2 p.m. Sundays, Columbia Street Baptist Church, 63 Columbia St. 945-6616.
• Saving Grace Thrift Shop, Grace United Methodist Church, 193 Union Street: Fresh produce, frozen meat, deli products, bread and bakery items. Free to those who struggle to make ends meet. Low-cost clothing, household goods, books, craft supplies, furniture and knick-knacks. Warming center with free coffee, tea and snacks. Hours, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Supports church ministries.
CLIFTON:
• Clifton Community Food Bank, 10 a.m. first Monday; 5 p.m. third Monday, Clifton United Baptist Church, 742 Airline Road. 843-5441.
• Seniors’ lunch, 11:30 a.m. third Thursday, Clifton United Baptist Church, 742 Airline Road. 843-5441. Free.
DIXMONT:
• Dixmont United Methodist Church 26th annual turkey pie supper, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Dec. 6, Dixmont Snowmobile Clubhouse. $8, $4 children under 12, free to children under 5. Turkey pies also available for purchase, $13. To order, Sonia, 234-2271. Drawing for Dixmont Neighbors Helping Neighbors Baskets held after supper.
HAMPDEN:
• Baked bean supper, 4:30-6 p.m. Dec. 6, Hampden Kiwanis Club Civic Center. $7, $4 children. Benefits Hampden Kiwanis club charities.
HERMON:
• American Legion baked bean supper, 4:30-6:30 p.m. third Saturday, Hermon Rescue Squad building, $7, $3 children. 848-5597.
• Neighbors Supporting Neighbors Food Pantry, 9-11 a.m. first and third Thursdays, Penobscot Snowmobile Club, Bog Road. 299-5186.
Museums
HAMPDEN:
• Hampden Historical Society’s Kinsley House and Katherine Trickey Archives, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays, April through October, or by appointment. 862-2027.
Music
BANGOR:
• Shtreiml, Jewish and Turkish music, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12, Niggun service (singing Sabbath Service) and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13, community concert (Channukah) Turkish and Eastern Jewish music, Congregation Beth El, 183 French St. 945-4578 or congregationbeth.el@myfairpoint.net.
• The Bangor Community Chorus concert, 4 p.m. Dec. 21, United Methodist Church, Essex Street. jodyavila@msn.com.
• Country Jam, 6:30-9 p.m. first and third Thursdays, Sunbury Village, 922 Ohio St. Door prizes, 50-50 raffle. Admission by donation at the door. 942-0802, 262-9600.
• Heart of Maine Chorus, 6:30 p.m. Mondays, corner of Essex Street and Grandview Avenue. Bette, 989-4110 or Charlene, 827-4825.
• Penobscot Fiddles amateur musicians group, 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays, 21 Main St., No. 202. Open to all ages, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, banjo, bass, piano, accordion, whistles, percussion.
• River City Harmonizers, women’s a cappella, barbershop chorus, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Lutheran Church, 540 Essex St. Seeking all harmony parts. 947-3128, 848-5354.
• “The Brick” open mic, all acts, all ages, 7-10 p.m. Thursdays, Union Street Brick Church. Sign-up, 6:30 p.m. $2 donation. 945-9798.
BREWER:
• New Renaissance Singers, four-part community chorus rehearsals, 6:30 – 8:30 Tuesdays, First Congregational Church of Brewer, 35 Church St.
• Bluegrass Jam Session for local musicians and those who enjoy music, 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Next Generation Theatre, 39 Center St. Food and beverages available $3. 989-7100.
Theater
BANGOR:
• Penobscot Theatre production of “The Wizard of Oz,” Dec. 4-28, Bangor Opera House
Ticket information, box office, 942-3333.
ORONO:
• Mannheim Steamroller, 7 p.m. Dec. 9, Collins Center for the Arts, University of Maine. 800-622-8499 or ccatix@umit.maine.edu.