Upcoming events

Early registrations for summer programs, sponsored by Waterboro Parks and Recreation, are being accepted. Details and application forms are available on the town Web site, www.waterboro-me.net, under Parks & Recreation.

Star Party, hosted by the Astronomical Society of Northern New England, Friday, April 24 (Saturday, April 25 if cloudy) , from 8-10 p.m., at the Starfield Observatory, located on Route 35 two miles south of the junction of routes 35 and 111, Kennebunk. (ASNNE) is throwing a "Star Party." Once a month, close to the dark of the moon, the big mounted telescopes at the observatory are made available to the public, free of charge (though donations are appreciated). For more information visit www. asnne.org.

2009 Earth Day Celebration, Laudholm Farm at Wells Reserve April 25 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. See www.wellsreserve.org/calendar for details.

Car wash, Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Lakeside Market, Route 5, Waterboro. Donations accepted to benefit School Administrive District 57 Odyssey of the Mind teams.

Heifer International fundraiser, Saturday, April 25, pizza class hosted by the Stone Turtle Baking and Cooking School in Lyman. All proceeds for the class will be donated to Heifer, a world-wide charitable organization that helps end hunger by helping people obtain a sustainable source of food and income. For more information contact Kate at Kate.Sheehan@heifer.org.

The Limington Extension's Second Indoor Yard Sale, Saturday, April 25, from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m, Limington Town Hall, Route 11, Limington. Lots of yard sale items for 25 cents and new items for a fraction of their original prices. Patriots sweatshirts for spring. Plenty of other new things and flea market items, too. New clothing $1. Fundraiser for Bonny Eagle High School scholarships. For more information, call Karen, 642-3508.

Growing up in Limerick 1930-1959, a panel discussion featuring eight Limerick residents, Saturday, April 25, 7 p.m., at the Town Hall. The panel will talk about what life was life, including experiences such as attending school on Washington Street, the Great Depression, the closing of the mill, the closing of the bank and entry into World War II. Presenter is Jane Lougee Bryant. Refreshments will be served.

The MS Maine Walk 2009, is Saturday, April 25, rain or shine, starting at the Kennebunkport Consolidated School at 9 a.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m. in the gym. The walk encompasses a 5-mile course through the Kennebunk/Kennebunkport area with a shorter mile route available. Anyone interested in walking or volunteering the day of the event can contact Sue Tkacik, 283-1764, e-mail stkacik@maine.rr.com.

Work day, Waterboro Public Library, Route 5, Waterboro, Friday, May 1 and Sunday, May 3. If interested in cleaning, scraping paint or painting walls, contact the library at 247-3363.

Seaglass Chorale "Pops Extravaganza!" spring concert, Friday, May 1, at 7:30 p.m., at the Kennebunk Town Hall; and Saturday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m., at the Nasson Community Center in Springvale. Music includes medleys from several Broadway shows, including "Sweeney Todd" and "Guys and Dolls" and medleys from the Beatles, Abba and more. At the Springvale performance only, there will be a cash bar starting at 6:45 p.m. Tickets,$10, can be purchased at the

door, or by calling 985-8747 or online at www.seaglassperformingarts.org.

York County Kennel Club's Annual AKC all-breed dog show, obedience & rally, May 2 and 3, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Acton Fairgrounds. Spectators invited, ample parking, $3 per person, $5 per carload. Concession stand. For more, call 247-3385 or visit www.yorkcountykennelclub.homestead.com.

History and accomplishments of the Waterborough Historical Society, is the topic of the first program of the season, Thursday, May 7, 7 p.m. at the Carle's Corner Museum next to the Town Hall in Waterboro Center. To observe the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Society President Jim Carll will talk about the large acquisitions, the museum, the Johnson Saw Mill, the Taylor/Frey/Leavitt House and the Deering School House. He will also recognize members who have over the years been its driving force. The public is invited, and refreshments will be served. For more information contact Carll at 247-5878.

"Kitten Shower," at the Animal Welfare Society in West Kennebunk, Saturday, May 9, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The shelter seeks donations of cat litter, wet and dry kitten food, kitten milk replacement (KMR), cat beds and kitten toys. The event will include a photo contest, bake sale, raffle, craft items for sale, as well as kittens for viewing. For more information, visit www.animalwelfaresociety.org or contact Gail Crowell at 985-3244, ext 117.

Ongoing events

Pottery exhibit, Shapleigh Community Library, Shapleigh Corner Road. On loan from the Harriman family of County Road, the collection includes various shapes and uses. Regular hours Tuesday, 1-4 p.m. and Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Call 636-3630 during those hours.

Cub Scout Pack 329 of Line School, will meet at Boy Scout Hall on School Street in Limerick (behind LePage Auto), Monday, April 27 at 6 p.m. All interested boys in first through fifth grades welcome. For more information, e-mail Christine at lineschoolpack329@yahoo.com.

Bingo, Monday nights at the lower level of the Massabesic Lions Club, Route 202, Waterboro. Doors open 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6 p.m. Kitchen opens at 4:30 p.m. Inexpensive food, free coffee. Bingo profits go back to the community. Call 247-9960.

Children's playgroup, Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Kids from infants through age 5 are welcome at Clubhouse 2 on Old Portland Road in North Waterboro. Bring your own snack. For more information, contact Christy at 205-3137 or rcgriffin@sacoriver.net.

MUSIC

Songwriting group, Seacoast Songwriters Association, offers collaboration, idea-sharing, music business updates, recording, performing and fun. For more information about membership, contact Pat at 251-8313.

WE LOVE TO EAT

Mama Mia's, all-you-can-eat, pasta-pizza public supper, every Friday from 5-7 p.m., at the York County Shelter Programs Dining Commons on Shaker Hill Road, Alfred. The menu includes three kinds of homemade spaghetti sauces - meat, vegetarian and clam - plus pizza, tossed salad, bakery bread and pies with drinks. Adults, $8; children 3-11, $4; age 2 and under, free. Proceeds help support shelter programs. For more information, call Joan Sylvester, 324-1137, ext. 105.

Baked ham supper, to benefit the Friends of Old Corner Church in Waterboro, Masonic Hall, Saturday, April 25, from 4-6 p.m., Route 202/Waterboro Road in Alfred. Donation $7 for adults, children under 10 free. Takeout available. For more information, call Maureen at 247-3784.

Benefit breakfast buffet, to help support Laudholm Trust and Wells Reserve, Saturday, April 25, 7:30-10 a.m., The Nonantum Resort, Kennebunkport. The theme is "Fuel Up Before Clean Up," and takes place in conjunction with the Laudholm Beach clean-up event that same day. $9.95 for adults, $4.95 for children under12, free for those under 2. For every adult breakfast purchased, the Nonantum will donate $5 to the Laudholm Trust in support of the Wells Reserve.

Pancake breakfast, May 2, 8-10 a.m. at Applebee's, Center for Shopping, Route 109, Sanford. Tickets available from SAD 57 Odyssey of the Mind team members, which the proceeds benefit. Tickets also available from Torrey Joy at 247-3141 and at the door for $5. All you can eat pancakes and drinks.

Bean supper, hosted by the Waterboro Fire Department on the first Saturday of the month, from 4:30-6 p.m., at the Central Station on Sokokis Road. Baked beans, ham, hot dogs, dinner rolls, chop suey, cole slaw, beverages and dessert. Cost for adults is $6, children 6-12, $5, under 5, free. Call 247-8012.

Bean dinner, second Saturday of the month with chop suey, ham, hot dogs, biscuits, cole slaw, homemade desserts at the Massabesic Lions Club. The cost is $6 for adults, $4 for kids. All you can eat. Located in the basement of the Massabesic Medical Center, across from Waterways Coffee on Route 202, Waterboro.

Macrobiotics Natural Foods Cooking Class, every fourth Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m, Southern Maine Medical Center's Ambulatory Behavioral Health Center, 291 Alfred St., Biddeford. Free. Registration is required by calling 283-7575.

Variety Supper, April 25 and every fourth Saturday of the month until October, 4:30-6 p.m. at the Newfield United Methodist Church on Route 11 in Newfield. Adults are $6, kids are $3, under 3 eat free.

St. Matthew's Food Pantry, Limerick, first and third Tuesday and second Friday of each month, 10 a.m.-noon. Call 637-2013.

The Shapleigh Food Pantry is open Thursdays from 11 a.m. to noon to the elderly, those on a fixed income, unemployed with few financial resources, or low income. The pantry is at the Shapleigh First Baptist Church at 600 Shapleigh Corner Road.

For more information, call Ruth Ham at 636-2843, ext. 406, and leave a message.

Senior luncheons, second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Ossipee Mountaineers Snowmobile Club at noon. Sponsored by Southern Maine Agency on Aging and Waterboro Parks and Recreation. Call 247-6199.

BOOKS, ETC.

World War II Classic Film Series, featuring memories and commentary by local vets, every Thursday at 2:30 p.m. at York County Community College, Wells, through April 30. Free. Presented by LEARN, the Life Enrichment Academic Renaissance Network, the new senior college for York County and Seacoast New Hampshire residents age 50 and above. Complete film schedule and LEARN course catalog at www.yccc.edu/cebs/courses/LEARNCourses.htm/

Hollis Center Library, Mondays, Baby Time: 9:35-9:55 a.m.; Preschool Story Time: 10-11 a.m.; Regular Library hours: Monday, 9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 3- 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, noon-3 p.m. Library has three computers with Internet access and WiFi, 929-3911.

Parsons Memorial Library, open Monday and Wednesday, 3-8 p.m., and Tuesday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Story Hour is Tuesdays at 10 a.m. (no school, no story hour). Friends of the Library meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Book discussion is on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Call the library at 324-2001, or go online to www.alfredme.us/library.

Limerick Public Library winter hours, Monday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m. to noon and 3 to 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 a.m. to noon and 3 to 8 p.m.; Thursday, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, 1 to 5 p.m. Story time Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Waterboro Library book group, meets the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. This group reads both fiction and non-fiction, often with international and intercultural themes. Occasionally, films based on books are viewed. It is an open group and new members are invited. Call Ruth at the Waterboro Library at 247-3363 for details.

LECTURES & LEARNING

Visit a vernal pool with Wells Reserve educator Kate Gaudet, Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn all about the unique and vulnerable wetlands while searching for frogs, salamanders and fairy shrimp. Indoor slide show followed by an easy walk to a nearby wetland. The fee is $5 for members of Laudholm Trust and $7 for nonmembers. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information or to sign up, call 646-1555.

Worker Readiness, new class designed to help those who are looking for employment by updating reading, writing or math skills, Massabesic Center for Adult Learning. Call 247-2022 for more information.

The Astronomical Society of Northern New England, first Fridays of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Masonic Lodge in West Kennebunk. For directions and public star gazing information, visit www.asnne.org.

Free family law advice, every Friday, 1-4 p.m., Biddeford District Court, 25 Adams St., Biddeford. Call 774-4348. For low-income clients only. Sponsored by the Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project.

MEETINGS & ORGANIZATIONS

The York County Democratic Committee meets the third Thursday at the Alfred Parish Church on the Alfred Village Square on Route 202/4 beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Dave Schofield, chairman, at djschofield@gmail.com, or call 251-3771.

Waterboro Economic Development Committee, Thursday, April 23, 3:30 p.m., The Cafe at Raven Hill Orchard. Directions available at: www.ravenhillorchard.com.

Veterans, Reservists and dependents, may be eligible for monthly payments up to $825 while learning new skills. For more, call the VA toll-free at 1-888-442-4551, or the Maine State Approving Agency for Veterans Education Training at 377-4661.

Strong Fathers Network Dads' Discussion Group, Alfred, Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m., at "The Barn" at York County Shelter, Shaker Hill Road, Alfred. Call Brian at 459-2976.

National Association of Retired Federal Employees, Pine Tree Chapter 1917 meets on the second Wednesday of the month at noon at the Backstreet Grill (upstairs), 16 School St., Sanford. Active and retired federal employees are invited to attend. For more information, call Paul Poulin at 625-8857.

The Marine Corps League, preserves the traditions and promotes the interests of the United States Marine Corps. For membership details, call 354-6479, or e-mail usmc1841@verizon.net.

Newfield Selectmen, meet weekly on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the municipal offices on Water Street. (Route 11).

Limerick Planning Board, meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., with a workshop on the second Wednesday, at the Limerick Municipal Building media room. Items for agenda must be submitted 10 days in advance. For more information, call 793-8650.

Limerick Town Democratic Committee, meets the second Thursday of each month at the Brick Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. Contact Lacey Sloan at 793-8188.

VOLUNTEERS & DONATIONS

Volunteers are asked to "help keep Alfred beautiful" by registering to clean up roadsides in town during the annual Town Wide Clean Up Day Saturday, May 9. Residents are asked to sign up at town hall to clean up a section of road fronting their homes. Trash bags and trash pick up will be provided. Refreshments will be available at town hall. Call 324-5872 for more.

Caring Unlimited, York County's domestic violence program, is looking for volunteers to be hotline advocates, providing support and information for victims of domestic abuse. Also seeking volunteers to work with children. Call Monique, 490-3227, ext. 111.

Residents of Vinton Hall, at York County Shelter Programs in Alfred need microwaves in good condition; a picnic table; a book shelf; a cabinet to store craft items; crafts, puzzles and kits; metal or wooden patio furniture and two square dining room tables (approximately 48 inches) with eight chairs. To donate, contact Mary Doyle at 324-1137 or e-mail maryd@ycspi.org.

The donation of 1-inch by 8-inch ledger board, or other boards

suitable for building shelving for the storage area at York County Shelter Programs is critically needed since the Jagger Mill food storage facility was been sold. Please contact Mary Doyle at the Shelter at 324-1137 or e-mail maryd@ycspi.org.

Fueling February and Beyond, bottle drop-off schedule: Alfred Transfer Station Tuesday-Saturday during regular hours; Alfred Parish Church Saturday-Tuesday. For pick up call Arlene Carroll at 651-5307.

Bottle drive, to help Newfield residents with heating costs. Bring bottles and cans to the home of Selectman Bruce Colwell on Route 110. Call 793-4348 for more.

The Massabesic Lions Club, needs used glasses, hearing aids and cell phones for those who cannot afford them. Phones donated to local shelters for battered women. Look for drop boxes at local Lions Clubs, town halls, doctors' offices and medical buildings.

Drivers needed, to transport clients and food to and from Alfred to Sanford, Monday through Friday during the day, using vehicles provided by York County Shelter Programs. Flexible schedule. Requirements are a good driving record, dependability and a desire to help others. Call Joan Sylvester, director of community relations, at 324-1137, or e-mail joans@ycspi.org.

Sanford Elks Club, is collecting bottles and cans to benefit the Maine Children's Cancer Program at the Sanford Hannaford store. FMI or bags, call Joanne at 324-1445.

SUPPORT/SPIRITUALITY

Celebrate Recovery Support Group, a Christian 12-step program for those with drug, alcohol and/or sexual addictions, co-dependancy, eating disorders and obsessive/compulsive disorders. Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Call 929-6817 for location and more information.

Multiple Sclerosis support group, meets monthly on the third Thursday of each month, 7-9 p.m. at Goodall Hospital. For more information, please call Nancy at 324-3907. Friends, family and caregivers are welcome.

Al-Anon meetings, held every Friday from 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Dora Lane, Limerick. Entrance in back, lower level.

Al-Anon family group meetings, held throughout York County. For times and locations, call 1-800-498-1844 or visit www.maineafg.org. Al-Anon Family Group meetings offer opportunities to share thoughts, feelings, ask questions, or just listen.

Chronic Pain Support Group of Southern Maine, meets the first and third Thursday of the month, 6-7:30 p.m., David Howe Hospitality Room at Pinewood, The Pines, Ocean Park. Meetings are free and open to all who cope with chronic pain. Family and friends are also welcome. Call Evelyn at 937-5020, or Jane at 934-4189, for more information.

National Alliance on Mental Illness, support group meets the first and third Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m., at North Parish Congregational Church on the second floor of the Robie Education Building, 893 Main St., Sanford. Elevator available. The group is intended for individuals who experience mental illness, their friends and families. For more information, call Marilyn or Dick at 457-5458.

Alzheimer's Support Group, meets monthly on the first Wednesday, from 7-9 p.m., and the third Wednesday, from 10-11:30 a.m., at the Pavilion at Goodall Hospital. Call 490-7651.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly, No. 346 of Hollis Center every Wednesday at the Hollis Community Building, Route 35, Town Farm Road. Weigh-in, 5-6 p.m., and meetings, 6-7 p.m. For more information, call Bev at 727-4890. TOPS 1-800-932-8677. Web site: www.tops.org.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly, No. 230 of Waterboro meets every Tuesday at the Town Hall Annex. Weigh-in is from 5:30-6:30 p.m., meeting is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. FMI, contact Jon at 205-2216.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly, No. 211 in Lyman meets at St. Philip Catholic Church, 404 Goodwins Mills Road, Lyman. Weigh-in from 4:30-6:15 p.m., the meeting is from 6:30 -7:30 p.m., every Thursday. Call 499-2111.

HEALTH & WELFARE

Seeking wheelchair, hospital bed, or any other medical equipment that was loaned by the Massabesic Lions Club. If you no longer need the equipment, arrange to return so that others can use the equipment. Call Herb at 247-5496, or Al at 247-3441.

Child care community education classes, offered by Goodall Hospital and Alliance for Healthy Families. Visit www.goodallhospital.org or call 490-7008.

Corner Cupboard non-food pantry, dispenses essential paper products, hygiene and cleaning products to individuals in need on the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Sanford Unitarian Universalist Church, 5 Lebanon St. in Sanford.