Partners for Peace, the domestic violence resource center formerly known as the Spruce Run-Womancare Alliance, will host a 40-hour training session in Dover-Foxcroft for anyone interested in volunteering with the organization. The training will begin in August and take place over six to seven weeks.

The New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) has convened members of the Commission on Higher Education and Employability to discuss concrete ways New England employers, education leaders, and policymakers can work together to ensure a successful, equitable workforce future. State Rep. Paul Stearns, R-Guilford, is serving on the commission,

A new documentary film by Maine filmmaker and musician Tonya Shevenell, “The Home Road,” will be screened at the Center Theatre at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 21. Shevenell and her father Ray will be in attendance for a post-screening discussion.

On Saturday, July 22 from 1 to 5 p.m. the Milo Historical Society will host its fourth annual art show at the Three Rivers Kiwanis Building, on Gerrish Road off outer Park Street. The art show serves as a fundraiser for the historical society, refreshments will be available, and the event showcases the creative spirit of community members.

In August 2015 the Monson Historical Society was contacted by a University of Maine student who was writing a thesis on hermits of Maine. Apparently the Monson/Elliotsville/Onawa area of Piscataquis County contained many such reclusive men over the years and thus began the journey for several members of the historical society.

Calendar of events for July and August

The town of Monson’s annual Summerfest will feature a day of events on Saturday, July 15 to celebrate the season.

Felicia Fortier, a direct support professional with the Charlotte White Cener who was nominated by Director of Human Resources Bridgett Ireland, received a 2017 Next Step Maine Employee of Promise Scholarship to support her pursuit of an associate’s degree in medical assisting at Kaplan Eastern Maine Community College.

In my last column, I discussed the difficulties that can arise when a genealogist must make an ethical decision whether to reveal material that might embarrass or hurt someone else.

The Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis announces its annual auction will be July 27-30 with many old traditions along with new ideas and exciting events.

The non-profit organization formerly known as the Spruce Run-Womancare Alliance held a press conference on June 30 at the Bangor Public Library to announce its new name Partners for Peace and unveil the new logo.

Recent births at Mayo Regional Hospital

July and August calendar of events

Beat the heat, escape the rain, and keep your mind active at the Thompson Free Library. July is jam-packed with exciting activities for all ages.

The free summer meal program is up and running at the SeDoMoCha School for the fifth summer. It began the day after school got out and had its official kickoff on June 23.

Established by Maine voters in 1987, the Land for Maine’s Future (LMF) program celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. This successful program awards money from voter-approved bonds to worthy projects that have been ranked and vetted in a rigorous public process.

The Center Theatre, Slightly Off-Center Players, and Center Coffee House will host a paint and sip event at the Center Theatre from 3 to 6 p.m., on Saturday, July 8. The event, which will raise money for live theatrical events at the Center Theatre, is for people of all ages and all abilities who want to gather together with an experienced painter, to practice and enhance their painting skills.

On Saturday, July 15 at 11 a.m. the Monson Historical Society is pleased to have as a guest speaker Craig Denekas, president and CEO of the Libra Foundation. The Libra Foundation has been investing heavily in Monson and Piscataquis County and Denekas will provide an update on the progress to date and future plans.