Thursday, Jan. 24
Fight Fraud Town Hall Event, 2-3:30 p.m., Scarborough Town Hall, 259 U.S. Route 1, Scarborough. Learn best practices to avoid and detect several types of telecommunications fraud. Questions, or to RSVP, call Jim Pineau in Congresswoman Chellie Pingree’s Portland office at 774?5019.
South Portland Bicycle/Pedestrian/Transit Forum, 6-8:30 p.m., Opportunity Alliance, 50 Lydia Lane, South Portland. All are welcome. For information, contact Tex Haeuser at chaeuser@southportland.org.
Friday, Jan. 25
Beekeeping 101, 1:30-2:30 p.m., at the South Portland Community Center, with beekeeper Phil Gaven, who will give participants an overview of all aspects of beekeeping, taking them through the beekeeper’s year and the requirements as the seasons progress to ensure a healthy colony. $4, with light snacks.
Launch or Grow Small Business Success Conference, hosted by Southern Maine Community College, Featuring two tracks: one will focus on helping entrepreneurs start a small business, the other on advising small business owners on how to grow their existing enterprise. The day will also feature a “shark tank,” where conference attendees can pitch their business ideas to a panel of experts for feedback. Cost for the daylong conference is $50; $25 for SMCC students and alumni. Scholarships are available. www.smccme.edu/static-content/events/small-business-seminar.html.
Saturday, Jan. 26
Informal coffee chat, with Cape Elizabeth School Superintendent Meredith Nadeau, 9-10 a.m., in the William H. Jordan Conference Room at Town Hall. For more information call Nadeau at 799-2217.
Free woodturning demonstration, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2-5 p.m., with Robert Sorby Tools of England, at Rockler Woodworking and Hardware, 200 Gorham Road, South Portland. 761-4402.
Spaghetti dinner, 5-7:30 p.m., Cape Elizabeth Lions Club, Bowery Beach School House, Ocean House Road, Cape Elizabeth. All you can eat spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, soft drinks (BYOB if you prefer wine or beer), and dessert. $10, $5. Proceeds benefit maintenance of the Bowery Beach Schoolhouse.
Sunday, Jan. 27
Free woodturning demonstration, 1-4 p.m., with Robert Sorby Tools of England, at Rockler Woodworking and Hardware, 200 Gorham Road, South Portland. 761-4402.
Weekly winter farmers market, Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through April, at Highland Avenue Greenhouse and Farm Market, Scarborough.
South Portland Winter Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Planning Office, on the corner of Ocean and Sawyer streets. For information, email farmers market@alewivesbrookfarm.com.
Wednesday, Jan. 30
VFW meal, 5-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 832, 50 Peary Terrace, South Portland. Chicken Parmesan sandwich, coleslaw, fries and dessert. $6.
Thursday, Jan. 31
Buy Local Scarborough Big 20 Bowling Center Social Event, 5:30-7:30 p.m. This event is for Buy Local Scarborough members, employees of members, spouses of members or prospective members. Bring some business cards and network with our members and have a drink and light appetizers and enjoy bowling a few strings. Seven lanes will be reserved for Buy Local Members. The cost will be $6 for two strings and shoes. RSVP to buylocalscarborough@gmail.com.
Sunday, Feb. 3
Super Bowl Blast, starting at 3 p.m., American Legion Post 76, Scarborough. Door prizes, 50/50, chili contest and plenty of food for all.
Weekly winter farmers market, Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through April, at Highland Avenue Greenhouse and Farm Market, Scarborough.
To be included in the calendar, send event information 10 days in advance to cumberlandcounty@keepmecurrent.com.
South Portland Winter Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Planning Office, on the corner of Ocean and Sawyer streets. For information, email farmers market@alewivesbrookfarm.com.
Tuesday, Feb. 5
Maine humorist Tim Sample, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at the South Portland Community Center. $15, with a catered lunch included. 767-7650 or olachapelle@southportland.org.
Wednesday, Feb. 6
Public hearing with local legislators, 7-8:30 p.m. at Cape Elizabeth Town Hall, with Sen. Rebecca Millett and and representatives Kimberly Monaghan-Derrig and Scott Hamann. To provide citizens an opportunity to share concerns, ask questions and learn about issues being addressed by the 126th Legislature.
VFW meal, 5-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 832, 50 Peary Terrace, South Portland. Sheppard’s Pie/salad/ dessert. $6.
Sunday, Feb. 10
Weekly winter farmers market, Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through April, at Highland Avenue Greenhouse and Farm Market, Scarborough.
South Portland Winter Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Planning Office, on the corner of Ocean and Sawyer streets. For information, email farmers market@alewivesbrookfarm.com.
Wednesday, March 20
Spring Senior Expo, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at the St. Max Hall in Scarborough.
Celebrate the first day of spring with information about senior activities, communities, health care, education, products and services. There will be 40 booths, a little cafe, antique assessments, 12 speakers in two speaking rooms, plus several experience rooms (art therapy, music therapy, balance and rehab, animal therapy and a portrait studio) and a stage area room. The stage will feature a senior tap dance demo, exercise demo, and several musical talents. Hosted by Maine Senior Guide and Beach Glass Transitions. www.maineseniorguide.com or 232-7847.
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