Libraries combine for Zoom session on Zero Waste
Kennebunk Free Library and South Berwick Public Library will host Julie Olson of Zero Waste ME on Monday, June 28, at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom. Learn how Olson has reduced her household’s trash by more than 85 percent and how to make less trash using a variety of practical skills and strategies.
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Olson is a librarian and lifelong learner who shares her suburban home with her husband, son, and rescue pets. A dedicated maker and a supporter of eating and shopping locally, Olson loves finding strategies and resources that support zero waste and spreading the word with others.
The program is free and open to all. For the Zoom link, visit the rotating display or calendar on the Kennebunk Free Library website: KennebunkLibrary.org.
Residents earn So. New Hampshire recognition
Southern New Hampshire University announced the following students were named to the winter 2021 dean’s list:
Megan Gorton, Kennebunkport, and Eric Bryant, Kennebunkport.
The winter term runs from January to May.
Southern New Hampshire University also announced the following students were named to the winter 2021 president’s list:
Keegan Donaher, Kennebunk, Amanda Petersen, Kennebunk, Kimberly Lucier, Kennebunk and Riley McDermott, Kennebunkport.
One month left in Beanstack Challenge
It’s the last month for the MSBA Challenge on Beanstack at Kennebunk Free Library.
Through June 30, students in grades 4-8 can earn a virtual badge for every Maine Student Book Award title read and reviewed. Readers will also earn a raffle ticket for a $25 gift card to Amazon.
The library will select two winners on July 1. The raffle is open only to Kennebunk Free Library patrons. To register for this challenge, visit kennebunklibrary.beanstack.org. Participants that have previously registered on Beanstack may use their existing login information. Each student participating will need to make their own profile.
For help or questions setting up an account, contact Kennebunk Free Library at 985-2173 or email ys@kennebunklibrary.org. MSBA titles are available at the library via the MINERVA system, and digitally on Cloud Library.
Book stacks for children available
Patrons can borrow a stack of library items handpicked by a librarian. Kennebunk Free Library staff will choose some materials. A library card is required. If interested, participants should fill out the Google Form and provide the library information about interests. Those with questions, can reach the library via email at ys@kennebunklibrary.org or by phone at 985-2173.
Arundel release election information
The town of Arundel will hold the municipal election and RSU 21 referendum on Tuesday, June 8 at the Arundel Municipal Building, 257 Limerick Road, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Registration of new voters, as well as changes of name or address, may be made with the registrar at the town office during regular business hours of Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or at the polls on Election Day.
Residents may request an absentee ballot or vote in person at the town clerk’s office without a specific reason until 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 3. After that date, an absentee ballot can only be obtained for special circumstances. A telephone request can be made by the voter as well. For more information, please call the town office at 985-4201.
A sure sign that summer is around the corner. The Lunch Box in West Kennebunk, serving customers. Dan King photo
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