PORTLAND — During Advent, Bishop Robert Deeley will host a special virtual prayer and blessing gathering for all Maine families at 5 p.

By Kim Brawn, Thompson Free Library When it rains it pours.

By Sam Schipani, Bangor Daily News Staff Decorating for the holiday season is underway.

By Nancy Battick You may have heard of Pinterest.

MONSON — The Monson Historical Society Gift Shop will be open from 10 a.

BANGOR — USDA Rural Development is investing $213,674 through two housing preservation grants to Penquis and the Western Maine Community Action Program.

Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate Thanksgiving Day Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland on Thursday, Nov.

DEXTER — VFW Post 4298 in Dexter is hosting a free Thanksgiving meal for the public from 11 a.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover-Foxcroft Congregational Church, with its high steeple and town clock, has stood at the heart of Dover Foxcroft since 1851.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension has several resources to help prepare a safe and healthy Thanksgiving meal.

BATH — The holiday season might look a little different this year, but many traditions remain the same, such as the simple joy of sending – and receiving – a special card from a friend or family member.

PORTLAND — In accordance with Gov.

“Get to Know Girl Scouts — A Caregiver Q&A” will be offered over Zoom on three nights, 6-6:30 p.

You are invited to Pine Tree Hospice’s annual meeting.

Piscataquis Hometown Holidays is an event families eagerly anticipate each year.

GREENVILLE — Fr.

Missing craft fairs? Pine Tree Hospice will bring the craft fair to you.

GUILFORD — Like much of the country when the coronavirus pandemic hit earlier this year, the Guilford Memorial Library shuttered its doors and offered some limited services to patrons.