This week’s edition!
Calendar
Monday, May 20
Annual Meeting and Election of Officers. 6 p.m. UMaine Cooperative Extension office, 24 Main St., Lisbon Falls. Speaker Hannah Carter, new dean of UMaine Extension, discusses her vision for UMaine Extension. A dessert and coffee social follows. Free. 353-5550.
Tuesday, May 21
Discover Girl Scouts. 6 p.m. Spruce Mountain Primary School, 107 Gibbs Mill Rd., Livermore.Girls in Grades K-3 and their caregivers are invited to come learn about Girl Scouts. 888-922-4763; girlscoutsofmaine.org.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Mary Murphy (Blues, Jazz). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
Rotary Club Lunch Meeting. Noon to 1 p.m. Village Inn, 165 High St., Auburn. Traci Austin discuss her businesses Frank’s Restaurant & Pub and Legendary Status Embroidery Shop, located in the Moxie Store Building in Lisbon Falls. Free; lunch avail. at restaurant. www.lewistonauburnrotary.org.
HR Thursdays Workshop. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Chamber of Commerce, 415 Lisbon St., Lewiston. Steve Dorsey of Cross Insurance discusses “What Kinds of Insurances Should You Consider for Your Organization or Business.” $50 (Chamber members $25; CMHRA members free). 783-2249. Register atwww.LAMetroChamber.com.
Discover Girl Scouts. Lisbon Community School, 33 Mill St., Lisbon. Girls in Grades K-3 and their caregivers are invited to come learn about Girl Scouts. 888-922-4763; girlscoutsofmaine.org.
Franco Trail L-A Bus Tour. 9 a.m. This special all-day test run incl. at least 18 historic sites, plus two meals and a show at the Franco Center. $36. For itinerary, see www.museumla.org; to reserve, call 333-3881.
Concert: DuoDuo. 7:30 p.m. First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St., Auburn. This talented quartet plays Celtic, Quebecois, and Western European folk music. $28 (seniors $20, students $15) at door (cash-only); adv. tix $25 at www.brownpapertickets.com.
Birthday Fundraiser.9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Family Dollar, 11 Middle St., Sabattus. This event celebrates the birthday of Cat Man Norm by raising funds for Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends; donations of craft items, baked goods welcome. normblais39@yahoo.com.
Bean Supper. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Congregational Church, 109 Sixth St., Auburn. Two kinds of beans, red and brown hot dogs, American chop suey, brown bread, coleslaw, assorted desserts and beverages. $6/3 (ages 4- free). Take-out available.
Bean Supper. 5 p.m. First Congregational Church, Rte. 115, Gray. Baked beans, casseroles, salads, homemade breads and desserts, beverages. $8/4. Wheelchair accessible. 657-4279 (day of supper 657-3279).
Civil War Encampment. 9 a.m. Moulton Park (behind Comm. Little Theatre), Auburn. As part of Auburn’s 150th Anniversary Celebration, the Co. A, Third Maine Volunteer Infantry presents demos throughout the day until 2 p.m. Monday. Free. www.auburn150.com.
Auburn Memorial Day Parade. 10 a.m. The parade starts on Mill St. in New Auburn, then follows Main St., turns onto Court St., then Turner St.; goes through Great Falls Plaza, then crosses bridge to end at Veterans’ Memorial Park in Lewiston for a Memorial Day ceremony.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Honor Flight Maine (patriotic music, information about their mission). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
Rotary Breakfast Club Meeting. 7 a.m. United Methodist Church, 439 Park Ave., Auburn. The guest speaker is Steven H. Marson, CEO of Martin and Ware Inc., doing business as Central Maine Pyrotechnics and Pyro City Maine.All welcome; breakfast $10.
Andy Valley Successful Aging Expo. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hilton Garden Inn, Auburn. Exhibitors and speakers provide information on a wide range of services for Maine seniors. Free admission, parking. www.MaineSeniorGuide.com.
Marine Corps League Meeting. 6 p.m. Lewiston Armory, 65 Central Ave. Central ME Detachment 810 needs members: they will pay for your first year of membership. All Marines, FMF Corpsman, Navy Chaplains, and anyone interested in helping local veterans is invited.
Discover Girl Scouts. 6 p.m. Park Avenue Elementary School, 161 Park Ave., Auburn.Girls in Grades K-3 and their caregivers are invited to come learn about Girl Scouts. 888-922-4763; girlscoutsofmaine.org.
Bean Supper. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Universalist Church, Rte. 117 (across from Gazebo), Turner Center. Hot dogs, coleslaw, rolls, beverages, and deserts. Donations gratefully accepted.
Audiobody. 6:30 p.m. Poland Regional High School, 1457 Maine St., Poland.This family-friendly electronic comedy show combines music, juggling, contortion, kaleidoscopic strobe and LED lights, and general hilarity. $8 (or $6 in advance at TicketLeap.com).
Plant Swap and Sale. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Morse Memorial Library, 105 Main St., Greene. Bring your surplus plants to swap, purchase plants provided by Lil’s Family Greenhouse, or select plants from the library’s assortment in exchange for small cash donations. 946-5544.
Androscoggin Historical Soc. Annual Meeting. 4:30 p.m. Marco’s Restaurant, 12 Mollison Way, Lewiston. Following dinner at 5:30, author Lorraine Masure discusses her book “Growing Up Franco-American.” $18 (members $15). Reserve at 784-0586 or info@androhist.org.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Rabbi Sruli Dresdner and Lisa Mayer (Klezmer and Old World Music). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Jodi Sylvester & Gang (Swing, Soft Rock – Frank Sinatra to ZZ Ward). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Tom Stevens of Turner Templeton (Soft Rock). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
Dennis P. Sampson Community 5K Run-Walk. 9 a.m. Poland Spring Inn. This event in memory of the Andro. County Sheriff’s Department Deputy will support a scholarship fund in his name. Register at https://dps5k.weebly.com.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is The Grown Ups – Linda Liberty, Frank Coffin, and T. Hamilton (Country, Rock, Blues, Folk). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 4:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. Presenting this evening’s early show is Kiddie rock band Fun Run and Zack & Mia Reinstein (sing-along). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. Presenting this evening’s later show is Hurry Down Sunshine – Stan Davis and Brian Kavanah (Acoustic, Folk, love songs). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Marty Lang & Friends – Lindsey Montana, Doug Sites, Bob Lynch (Rock & Roll, Jazz). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is the LaBlanc Family Band, with surprise guests (French, Country, Cajun, Ho-Down). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Denny Breau with Frank Coffin and special guest Debbie Morin (Acoustic, Folk, originals). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Mike Preston and Kim Curry (Country). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Hangin’ with Hooper – Brad Hooper and Rusty Wiltjer (Acoustic, Folk, Blues, Americana). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is five-piece band Mill Town Road Show (Americana, Country, originals). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is six-piece Back Woods Road Band (Bluegrass).Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Kevin Libby and Friends (Folk, Rock & Roll). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6:30 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Chris Poulson & Friends (Folk, Rock).Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is The Cobblestones – M. & M. Plourde, C. Constanzi, T. Simmons (Acoustic Americana). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is Hot Damn – Norm and Deb Pelletier (Country to Classic Rock). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
“Music for Mavis” Outdoor Concert. 6 p.m. Turner Gazebo, Village Green, Turner Center. This week’s performer is talented high school musicians The Only Hope (music the 50s to the 90s). Free, but a “pass the hat” suggested donation supports the series. 754-0954.
