Happy Wednesday!
New this week:
CCC’s flexible support fund programs, Hope Fund and Dream Fund, are are opening tomorrow, October 1st. Service providers working with families apply for these funds via the CCC Flexible Support Funds application form. Learn more here.
Downeast Healthy Aging Expo
Friday, October 23rd, 10 am — 2 pm at the Machias Savings Bank Community Room — free event: Public Health Nursing and other health-oriented organizations have created an afternoon dedicated to Healthy Aging in Downeast Maine around the theme of Healthy Today, Stronger Tomorrow. Jess Maurer, Executive Director of the Maine Council on Aging, is the guest speaker. Join us for a fun, welcoming and informative event focused on helping older adults live healthier, happier, and more independent lives. Lunch will be provided. Download a flyer for details.
Soup Cook-Off
Saturday, October 24th, 12 — 2 pm, Cobscook Institute — Free Event: Who has the best fall soup or chowder in Washington County? We’ll be hosting a Soup Cook-Off during our Fall Festival! Not only will this delicious competition help feed our community, but it will also bring a little healthy competition to the festivities. From 12–2 pm, community members can sample the soups and vote for their favorite. And what’s the prize for the winning recipe? A handcrafted bowl made right here in our pottery studio! Join the fun, share your best soup recipe, and see if you have what it takes to be crowned our Soup Cook-Off champion! Outlet space will be available if you bring a warmer or crockpot. Register here by October 9th.
Beaverstock to Support Food Security
Saturday, October 24th, 3 — 8 pm, Ellsworth: Local musicians and Bad Beaver Farm are teaming up to bring Beaverstock to Ellsworth on Saturday, October 24 – an afternoon of live music, community, and connection, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Healthy Acadia’s Healthy Food for All initiatives. Learn more.
Eviction Prevention Program is Open
The Eviction Prevention Program (EPP) can help Maine renters pay past due and future rent for up to 12 months in the amount of $800/month. The payment must be made directly to your landlord, so they must be willing to participate in the program. Learn more at Maine Equal Justice.