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Opportunity to attend Hog Island Teen Camps 2026
Deadline to apply ~ Feb. 14, 2026
Merrymeeting Audubon, a Chapter of Maine Audubon, has reserved two spaces and is offering two scholarships to attend teen (ages 14-17 in June 2026) camps this coming summer. This program is located at the Hog Island Audubon Camp, Bremen, ME. Here is a link to a description of the program: (Coastal Maine Bird Studies for Teens Session Two: June 21 - 26, 2026)
Eligibility:
The applicant must attend a high school or be home schooled within the Chapter’s catchment area which encompasses:
●RSU1 Bath, Phippsburg, Woolwich
●RSU2 Dresden, Richmond
●RSU4 Litchfield
●RSU5 Durham, Freeport, Pownal
●MSAD75 Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, Topsham
●AOS98 Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, Georgetown, Southport
●Other Arrowsic, Brunswick, Lisbon/Lisbon Falls, West Bath, Westport Island, Wiscasset
The camper will be selected on the basis of a one-page student essay and the teacher’s recommendation. The student should explain why they are interested in birds and what they hope to learn. The
completed student application, essay, and recommendation are due by February 14, 2026.
Award: The scholarship will cover the full camp tuition of ($1,725). If selected, the student is responsible for submitting the Hog Island registration forms.
For more information please contact:
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Glenn Evans |
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evans.glenn243@gmail.com |
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Statewide
Essay Contest
Deadline February 10, 2026
“How My Acts of Service help me Understand what my Community means to me.”
The guidelines require that contestants be under the age of 19 as of October 1, 2026 and attending school in the United States, Canada, or the Caribbean. The winner of the club contest will
advance to the NY-NENG District contest to compete for a $2,500 college scholarship. The District-level scholarships are funded by the Optimist International Foundation. Contest rules and
qualifications are listed on the application form. Essays are due in to the Optimist Club by February 10 th 2026. You may also visit our national website at Optimist International for additional information..
The winner of the local Optimist Club Essay Contest must complete the Club application and meet the attached requirements before the essay is submitted to the NY-NENG District for final judging.
The local club winner will receive a $100 prize.
For additional information, or to receive a copy of the rules and regulations, please contact any member of the Tri-Town Optimist Club or email gwmathews91@gmail.com.
For more information please contact:
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George Matthews |
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207 783 5269 |
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gwmathews91@gmail.com. |
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Hancock
Blacksmith classes
Ongoing
I have a working blacksmith shop and offer ongoing classes on the basics of blacksmithing to Home schoolers as well as the public.
For more information please contact:
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Michael Whitmore |
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207-610-9623 |
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mwwhitmorephotography@yahoo.com |
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Waterville
Alice in Wonderland
March 24, 2026
Follow Alice on her journey down the rabbit hole, packed with some eccentric and fantastical characters who take your audience on an imaginative ride. Since 1865, this literary classic has been a favorite among young readers and we can’t wait to bring it to life. Join the Queen of Hearts, the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter and Alice on this adventure in Wonderland.
Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at at 9:30am + 12pm
Organizations: Waterville Opera House + Bright Star Theatre
Venue: Waterville Opera House, 1 Common Street, Waterville, Maine
Recommended Grades: K - 6
School Shows: On sale Tuesday, May 27 at 11am. Tickets must be reserved in advance through the Box Office by completing the registration form. For more information CLICK HERE.
For more information please contact:
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Emilienne Ouellette |
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eouellette@watervillecreates.org |
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Waterville
The Little Prince
April 8, 2026
After crashing in the desert, an airplane pilot befriends a mysterious Little Prince. As the pilot repairs his plane, the Little Prince tells the story of his travels throughout the galaxy. He has visited several planets, learning lessons from their strange inhabitants. Will the Little Prince ever find his way back to his own tiny home planet and the beloved Rose he left behind? Join us for this staged retelling of the classic novella by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry to find out.
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at at 9:30am + 12pm
Organizations: Waterville Opera House + Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine
Venue: Waterville Opera House, 1 Common Street, Waterville, Maine
Recommended Grades: K - 6
School Shows: On sale Tuesday, May 27 at 11am. Tickets must be reserved in advance through the Box Office by completing the registration form. For more information CLICK HERE.
For more information please contact:
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Emilienne Ouellette |
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eouellette@watervillecreates.org |
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Auburn
Homeschool Science Fair
May 18, 2026
Calling all young scientist and researchers! Auburn Public Library will host it's first Homeschool Science Fair for grades 4-8. For more information and to register please go to our website.
For more information please contact:
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Brandon Dyer |
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207-333-6640 |
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Bdyer@auburnpubliclibrary.org |
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