A Death Cafe is a safe place where you, your family, and your friends can share stories, question reality, and hear new voices as we ponder the mystery of death and dying. Death Cafes are not grief sessions or bereavement groups, but rather interesting and inviting gatherings held around the world to increase awareness of the importance of making the most of this life as we ponder what we know of death. Everyone is welcome at this open, relaxed, spontaneous discussion. Please join us.

History says that the Amish began arriving in Maine in the mid-1990s, buying reasonably-priced farmlands to practice their faith and raise their families. Maine's first Amish community was in Smyrna. From there, communities have been established throughout the state. Now in the Sacopee area, there is a growing Amish Community on the Porter Plain off of South Hiram Road. You have probably already noticed the bicycles and horse-drawn wagons in our area. Their First Fruits Produce Market near the Durgintown Road and South Hiram Road intersection will be opening again in April. Another community-friendly business is opening soon: the Rise-n-Shine Greenhouses. Available for sale will be hanging baskets, such as geraniums, petunias, pansies, and mixed flowers plus vegetable starts and bedding plants. Other ventures in the community include multiple sawmills providing rough-cut lumber, a furniture shop, an insulation business, a harness shop, and an egg farm. The public is welcome to the community to witness the various farming, home, and trades sites other than tour day as well, but we have two dates available. Let’s learn more about this unique and peaceful community. No fees or donations are expected. The Meeting place is located inside the Amish Community of Porter Plains at the Rise-n-Shine Greenhouses. Just follow the SVACE tour signs. No cameras, phones, or other electronic devices are allowed. Please pre-register as space is limited.

Sun, sand, and that salty sea air...take a trip to the coast without having to leave home! Decorate real sand dollar ornaments using paint and/or sea glass. This beautiful representation of the ocean experience may even inspire you to go out and enjoy the real thing. Materials fee of $8 is payable to the instructor at time of class. Please preregister as we need a minimum of 4 people to run the course.  

Mary Pingree will lead a Paint Pallet Party for the Sacopee Valley area! Come and create an 11” x 11” painted wood pallet. Everything you need to complete your sign will be provided at class. You will choose your colors at the class. Choose and confirm your design of choice prior to class. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

It’s not just a matter of teaching old, young, or other such “dogs” new tricks. You can do it! Technology is more user-friendly than you may realize. Learn the basics of informational and transferable skills focusing on what you want to do and how to simplify life using your computer, laptop, or tablet as well as the Internet and Gmail. Bring your laptop or tablet. If you need one to use, just let us know. Please pre-register as space is limited.

Do you struggle with food obsession, overeating, undereating, or bulimia? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers a solution for all forms of food addiction. Many people are finding recovery in FA from obesity, under-eating, bulimia, and obsessions with food and weight. There are no dues or fees. To preserve confidentiality, call Sharon, the FA Coordinator, for zoom access link (207) 205-7373 or email fa.newcastle.maine@gmail.com.

Calling all sustainably minded Mainers! Join ecomaine’s environmental educator Nate Cronauer for an informative and empowering evening learning about the forgotten “R’s” of the Waste Hierarchy. Learn how we process waste at ecomaine and discover ways we can go beyond “Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” to make choices at home, work, and school that can help divert more waste from the waste stream. ecomaine’s “Refuse, Repair, Upcycle” course is for you! Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

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STRETCHING FOR ALL AGES -LIVE ONLINE

As we age, we lose flexibility, so stretching the major muscle groups for just minutes each day is beneficial! Discover why stretching is essential and how to do it safely and effectively. We'll stretch standing and sitting, including the best way to stretch your low back, the easiest neck stretch in the world, and a great way to relieve shoulder tension. Then, leave with a short sequence to stretch and mobilize your muscles and joints on your own, anytime. Wear comfortable clothing you can stretch in. Registration closes on 5/18 and is required to receive online link.

About HanaKyle: HanaKyle Moranz is a bodyworker, personal trainer, and movement maven who specializes in working with people with chronic pain to increase resilience in daily life activities.

lity, so stretching the major muscle groups for just minutes each day is beneficial! Discover why stretching is essential and how to do it safely and effectively. We'll stretch standing and sitting, including the best way to stretch your low back, the easiest neck stretch in the world, and a great way to relieve shoulder tension. Then, leave with a short sequence to stretch and mobilize your muscles and joints on your own, anytime. Wear comfortable clothing you can stretch in. Registration closes on 1/19 and is required to receive online link.

About HanaKyle: HanaKyle Moranz is a bodyworker, personal trainer, and movement maven who specializes in working with people with chronic pain to increase resilience in daily life activities.