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Hike For Mike - Acadia National Park

1 Fernald Point Road
Southwest Harbor, Maine
Phone: (207) 244-4012

          

Oct 01 thru Oct 09, 2011. Hike for Mike, a fundraiser for the Acadia Family Center, offers participants the opportunity to engage in a healthy, outdoor activity and to learn about the trails and carriage roads in Acadia National Park while raising funds to improve the health and wellness on MDI and the outer islands. Hike for Mike is 9-day event, kicking off on Saturday, October 1 (starting out in Southwest Harbor at the Acadia Family Center), followed by a week of hiking the trails and carriage roads of Acadia National Park, and ending on Sunday, October 9 at the Summit Celebration. You are also encouraged to participate in the many Hike Week Activities offered by our Community Partners. For more info see the Title link above or email info@acadiafamilycenter.org. Event #7126 |   Report Update

Women's Fall Expo 2011 - Spectacular Events Center

395 Griffin Road
Bangor, Maine 04401
 Phone: (207) 947-6392

          

Oct 02, 2011. The Women's Fall Expo, held at the Spectacular Events Center in Bangor, is a benefit for The Make a Wish Foundation of Maine. A great event for the whole family, the expo will consist of 3 rooms; 1 room will have 35-40 of your favorite vendors & businesses offering their services and products, 1 room will have all of the basket raffles donated from local stores and our participating vendors & businesses, and the last room will have activity booths for the entire family (including free locks of love haircuts by Serendipity, a massage therapist, and face painting). All proceeds from the basket raffles, and a portion of the proceeds from the events room will be donated to the The Make a Wish Foundation of Maine. Please help us to Share the Power of a Wish! Free admission. Raffle tickets are $1 each or $5 for 6. They will be going on sale the beginning of September. You can either call (207) 947-6392 or facebook message Kristi Roy or Christine Taylor to purchase. We are selling raffle tickets ahead of time for various prizes. Event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Event #6936 |   Report Update

Eastern Maine Pagan Pride Day

342 Bennoch Road
Old Town, Maine 04489
 Phone: (207) 974-6954

          

Oct 08, 2011. Eastern Maine Pagan Pride Association hosts Their second annual Pagan Pride Day on Saturday, October 8, 2011, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Herbert Sargent Community Center in Old Town, Maine. Admission: A donation of a non-perishable food item which will be donated to a local food cupboard in need. The mission of the Pagan Pride Project is to foster pride in Pagan identity through education, activism, charity and community. So much to see and do! Join a workshop or discussion, watch a performance, and take a look at the many fine wares offered by local pagan vendors. Eastern Maine Pagan Pride's Travelling Red Tent will be set up for women who are interested with a workshop open to everyone on what the Red Tent is and hopes to achieve. We are looking for more volunteers to welcome people, give information, supervise the raffle table, and help with the kids tent. For more information see the Title link above or email coyotewalkingtree@gmail.com or emeraldragonfly@emppa.org. A vendor/workshop/registration PDF can be found "here. Event #7144 |   Report Update

Belt Sander Challenge and War Canoe/Kayak Race

15 Knox Road
Bar Harbor, Maine
Phone: (207) 888-2337

          

Oct 09, 2011. The Belt Sander Challenge and War Canoe/Kayak Race, at Atlantic Brewing Company, 15 Knox Road in Bar Harbor from noon to 4 p.m. These races are an annual event to raise money for the Muir Fund for Cancer Support. Fun for all ages, with great BBQ food and lots of excitement. For more information, call 207-288-2337 or visit www.atlanticbrewing.com. Event #5153 |   Report Update

Brooks Historical Society Heritage Day Open House

11 Moosehead Trail
Brooks, Maine 04921
 Phone: (207) 722-3633

          

Oct 09, 2011. Brooks Historical Society will hold its annual Fall Heritage Day Open House with craftspeople at work from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pilley House, 11 Moosehead Trail. Visitors will see old-time crafts peformed in a friendly setting. Many interesting items, research materials and memorabilia are on display. Videos of interviews with local people are available. Free refreshments will be served on the porch. There is no admission fee, but free-will donations are gratefully accepted. The following craftspeople will be demonstrating: Claudette Nadeau, braiding; Linda Jewell, painting; Jolene Bryant, spinning on Saxon wheel; Susie Stephenson, primitive rug hooking; Sandra Menard, sewing patchwork. In 2011 there will be a round table discussion about the 4th Maine Regiment. Event #2778 |   Report Update

Maine Autism Conference

76 Community Drive
Augusta, Maine 04330
 Phone: (207) 626-3042

          

Oct 15, 2011. Annual Maine Autism Conference - formerly known as the Maine Autism Resource Fair - includes exhibitors, info sessions and workshops. For more information and registration contact Heidi at (207) 626-3042. Event #4388 |   Report Update

United Maine Coon Cat Association Cat Show & Crafts Fair

457 Main Street
Springvale, Maine 04083
 Phone: (207) 373-0470

          

Oct 15 thru Oct 16, 2011. The United Maine Coon Cat Association, an affiliate of The Cat Fanciers Federation, will host a cat show and Christmas Craft Fair at the Nasson Community Center Gymnasium, 457 Maine Street, Springvale, ME. The competition and fair are open to the public from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday . Admission is $5 (adults), $4 (Chldren 6-12 years), and free for Children under 6 years and for Seniors 65 and over. Not only will spectators have the opportunity to observe four rings of feline competition each day, but they will have the chance to participate in a number of other events that will be both educational and entertaining for the entire family. Event #6968 |   Report Update

Strut Your Mutt

70 Main Street
Houlton, Maine 04730
 Phone: (207) 532-7387

          

Oct 17, 2011. Marathon/Walkathon for People & Pets in support of The Ark Animal Sanctuary. 4 mile roundtrip distance with rest stops, shuttles for weary. Leashed pets optional. $5. entry fee Begins at Hollywood Pet Salon to AAS property on Old Woodstock Road then back to Salon. Free t-shirts for first 25 registrants. Event #4660 |   Report Update

Pop Tech - Camden Opera House

29 Elm Street
Camden, Maine 04843
 Phone: (207) 236-7963

          

Oct 19, 2011. Held every October, in the beautiful seaside village of Camden, Maine, USA, the PopTech Conference brings together 700 influential participants for one of the world's best thought leadership events: a shared exploration of the issues, trends and technologies that will shape the future of our businesses, economy, society and world. Each PopTech conference offers unparalleled networking, jaw-dropping demos of breakthrough technologies, amazing artistic performances, and an incredible array of new ideas presented in an intimate and informal setting. Conference starts at 8 a.m. Event #6619 |   Report Update

United Way Annual Meeting

82 Morgan Hill Lane
Hermon, Maine 04401
 Phone: (207) 941-2800

          

Oct 20, 2011. An evening to reflect and enjoy the year's success - looking forward to another year full of energy towards positive change. Event is at the Morgan Hill Event Center from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Event #2543 |   Report Update

Fright at the Fort 2011

711 Fort Knox Road
Prospect, Maine
Phone: (207) 469-6553

          

Oct 21 thru Oct 29, 2011. Fright at the Fort 2011 is held on October 21-22 and again on October 28-29 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitors are led through the dark passageways of Fort Knox where indescribable things lurk in the shadows, creating screams of fright. Some special scare themes in 2011 are a zombie baby area, slaughtered pig room, killer klowns, mad lab, and spider area. Volunteers welcome! Sponsored by the Friends of Fort Knox. For more info phone (207) 469-6553 or click on the Title link above or visit our Facebook page. Event #357 |   Report Update

Haunted History Hayrides - Washburn-Norlands Living History Center

290 Norlands Road
Livermore, Maine 04253
 Phone: (207) 897-4336

          

Oct 21 thru Oct 29, 2011. Come to the Washburn-Norlands Living History Center for a thrilling hayride and a journey into the haunted past of the greater Livermore area. Enjoy a hayride through field and forest and experience the historic "strange happenings in Livermore." Be ready to laugh and to be chilled and thrilled! You'll never know who or what you may encounter along the way. Hear stories about cursed ponds and empty coffins. Listen for the sound of Rattlin' Bones. And, watch out for the haunted spirits of long ago! This is a fun-filled family event. Cider and homemade doughnuts included. Rides will be canceled in the event of rain. Call ahead or visit our website and Facebook page for updates. Events are on Friday and Saturday nights during the last three weekends in October, which is October 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. $8.00 per person. Event #7363 |   Report Update

5th Annual Alive in Lewiston - St. Mary's Nutrition Center

208 Bates Street
Lewiston, Maine 04240
 Phone: (207) 513-3844

          

Oct 28, 2011. Join Lots to Gardens and the St. Mary's Nutrition Center for the 5th Annual Alive in Lewiston on Friday, October 28th. We invite you to celebrate Maine's bountiful growing season, it's local talent and it's spookiest season in full costume! come as a zombie, a tomato or some combination of the two, and be prepared for an evening of exciting creativity, great talent, and a delicious harvest meal using food from community gardens in Lewiston and surrounding farms. All proceeds from the event go towards supporting Lots to Gardens programs. To learn more about Lots to Gardens see the Title link above, phone (207) 513 3844, email lotstogardens@gmail.com or see the Lots to Gardens Facebook page. Tickets are $15 (advance), $20 (door). The event is at 6:30 p.m. Event #7395 |   Report Update

Bangor Downtown Trick or Treating


Bangor, Maine
Phone: (207) 992-4234

          

Oct 29, 2011. 2nd Annual Downtown Bangor Trick or Treating! Bring the kiddos downtown in their costume to visit downtown businesses to trick or treat. Last year over 200 people visited 16 downtown businesses. This year we expect even more businesses to participate. See the Title link above for more details and a list of participating businesses. For more info phone (207) 992-4234 or email downtown@bangormaine.gov. Event is from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the Saturday before Halloween in Downtown Bangor. Event #4835 |   Report Update

Sid Tripp's 16th Annual Halloween Bash - Mariner's Church

386 Fore Street
Portland, Maine 04101
 Phone: (207) 772-3599

          

Oct 29, 2011. Sid Tripp's 16th Annual Halloween Bash at Mariner's Church in Portland. Music by Under The Covers. This year's theme is Zombies, so bring your best ghoulish costume & makeup! You're likely to also see Smurfs, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber & Lady GaGa costumes. For added fun, psychic Jackie Major will be doing Tarot readings during the event. Inspired by the local Black Cat Ball parties of the 80s & 90s, Sid Tripp's Halloween Bash has taken on a life of it's own. Thousands of people have attended Tripp's parties over the years, but for many, there's always special place for his annual Halloween Bash. Tickets are $20 per person, and purchase them in advance or at the door the night of the event (unless sold out). For more info see the Facebook page. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 a.m. Event #7187 |   Report Update

Haunted Hayride - Paul Bunyan Campground

1862 Union Street
Bangor, Maine 04401
 Phone: (207) 941-1177

          

Oct 29, 2011. Haunted Hayride and Walk at Paul Bunyun Campground to benefit the Jeffrey Meagher Memorial Scholarship. Come see what lurks deep in the Paul Bunyan Woods. Tickets are $5 per person. For more info see the organization's Facebook page. Event is from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Event #7349 |   Report Update

The Supreme Court and Civil Rights: A Promise Unfulfilled? - Colby College Goldfarb Center

Mayflower Hill
Waterville, Maine
Phone: (207) 859-5319

          

Oct 31, 2011. Nancy Gertner, winner of the Morton A. Brody Award for Distinguished Judicial Service in 2010, recently left the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts to join the faculty of Harvard Law School. Her memoir, In Defense of Women: Memoirs of an Unrepentant Advocate, has recently been released to rave reviews. Judge Gertner will discuss her feeling that the United States Supreme Court has not moved adequately in the area of equal rights protection. Event is at 7 p.m. in the Diamond Building, Room 122 and is free and open to the public. Event #7449 |   Report Update