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  • The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

    WHRL Thankful Room 87 Main Street (parking lot door), Milbridge, Maine

    The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Annie Barrows and Mary Ann ShafferLeader: Pat OlsenWednesdays, 6-7:30 - (9/2, 9/9, 9/16)Tuesdays, 3:00-4:30 - (9/1, 9/8, 9/15) “I wonder how the book got to Guernsey? Perhaps there is some sort of secret homing instinct in books that brings them to their perfect readers.” January 1946: […]

  • Saturday Morning Craft & Chat

    WHRL - 87 Main Street 87 Main Street, Milbridge, ME, United States

    Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning craft group, open to everyone and all skill levels! Whether you’re into knitting, crocheting, needlework, or paper crafts, bring your craft and come along to enjoy some creative time. It’s a fun, casual space to learn, share ideas, and make new friends. We meet on the second Saturday […]

    Free
  • Preserving the Harvest – Without Canning

    Weald Bethel Community Center 7 Weald Bethel Lane, Cherryfield, ME, United States

    This workshop demonstrates simple traditional techniques for preserving garden produce that use little energy and are less labor-intensive than canning. We will discuss three ways to preserve your favorite garden vegetables or herbs and how to determine which method is best for your purposes. You will learn how to ferment using the brine and kraut […]

  • Crochet 101 + Granny Squares

    WHRL - 87 Main Street (front door)

    Crochet 101 + Granny Squares offers a fun, relaxed environment where beginners can learn the basics of crochet and then take it up a notch by creating Granny Squares. If you already know the fundamentals, you’re welcome to jump right into making granny squares! These versatile squares offer endless creative possibilities and are a great […]

  • Menopause Support Group

    Menopause Support Group

    WHRL - 87 Main Street 87 Main Street, Milbridge, ME, United States

    You are not alone! If you are feeling frustrated or uncertain about the changes your body is undergoing, join the circle to feel supported and understood. Facilitated by Nicole French, a Registered Nurse and Menopause Coaching Specialist, this group gathers monthly to share in the experience of menopause. Join this Menoposse to hear from others, […]

    Free
  • Caregiver Self-Care

    WHRL Thankful Room 87 Main Street (parking lot door), Milbridge, Maine

    As a caregiver, you play a vital role in the life of your loved one. However, it is important to remember that taking care of yourself is important too. Your physical and emotional well-being directly impacts your ability to provide care. Prioritizing self-care prevents burnout and improves overall health. This presentation will include tips for […]

  • Saturday Morning Craft & Chat

    WHRL - 87 Main Street 87 Main Street, Milbridge, ME, United States

    Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning craft group, open to everyone and all skill levels! Whether you’re into knitting, crocheting, needlework, or paper crafts, bring your craft and come along to enjoy some creative time. It’s a fun, casual space to learn, share ideas, and make new friends. We meet on the second Saturday […]

    Free
  • Let it Rot: Making Your Own Compost

    Dyer Stewart Home in Harrington

    Grow healthier plants in your garden while reducing waste and supporting soil health. In this workshop, you will learn how to turn your food and garden waste into rich, fertile soil through the art and science of composting. There will be a hands-on, step-by-step demonstration of how to build a compost pile. This will be […]

  • Tell Me Everything

    WHRL Thankful Room 87 Main Street (parking lot door), Milbridge, Maine

    Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth StroutLeader: Alison BeedyEvenings: Wednesdays, 6-7:30 - (10/14, 10/21, 10/28)Afternoons: Tuesdays, 3:00-4:30 - (10/13, 10/20, 10/27) It’s autumn in Maine, and the town lawyer Bob Burgess has become enmeshed in an unfolding murder investigation, defending a lonely, isolated man accused of killing his mother. He has also fallen into a deep […]

  • Map and Compass: Practice Your Skills!

    Map and Compass: Practice Your Skills!

    Milbridge Commons Wellness Park Main Street, Milbridge, ME, United States

    Map and Compass: Practice Your Skills is open to all who are 16 years of age or older. Have you used a map and compass before, but are out of practice? Or maybe you’ve forgotten the basics altogether? Your phone or GPS won’t always work, but a map and compass will–if you’re confident in your […]