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Chocolate Church Art Center Pass
Chocolate Church Art Center Pass
We are so excited to announce that beginning February 1 we will be offering passes to the Chocolate Church Arts Center as part of our Museum and Parks passes collection! Just like with the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens or the Maritime Museum, you will soon be able to check out ticket passes to the Chocolate
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AARP Tax Aide
AARP Tax Aide
February 3-April 9 by appointment only. Get help with your taxes from Tax-Aide volunteers. This program is open to all, regardless of age or income. Appointments open Monday, January 26. No appointments available on Feb 10. To make an appointment call 207-443-5141 x1555 and leave a message with the following information: Your name Your phone number Your
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2026 Writing Contest
2026 Writing Contest
One winner and one honorable mention will be named in each of the following categories: Grades 6-9: Short Fiction, Creative Non-Fiction, Poetry Grades 10-12: Short Fiction, Creative Non-Fiction, Poetry Adults: Short Fiction, Creative Non-Fiction, Poetry Short Fiction includes any style, genre, or content, including short stories and novel excerpts up to 1500 words. No fan
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Town History Series 2026
Town History Series 2026
The Sagadahoc History and Genealogy Room announces the twenty second annual Town History Series! The Town History Series is a long-standing Patten Free Library tradition that brings together Patten Free Library’s member communities to learn about and celebrate each town’s local history. The town of Arrowsic and the historical societies of Bath, Georgetown, West Bath,
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Bath Climate Conversations
Bath Climate Conversations
Bath Climate Conversations is a continuing series focused on learning, discussing, and connecting around ways to sustain and support our vibrant town as climate change occurs. Hosted by Bath Climate Action Commission in partnership with Kennebec Estuary Land Trust and the Patten Free Library and presented in person and/or on Zoom. Click on the link for
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