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Heald bradley pond reserve

“Guided Snowshoe Hike,” Heald-Bradley Pond Reserve, Lovell

Jan. 1, Thursday, 9am-4pm, “Carter’s Last Stand Celebration of Nordic Skiing in Maine,” Guided xc ski and snowshoe tours, kids event, hearty chili and chowder lunch, Fireside Chat about history of Nordic skiing in Maine benefit the Ski Museum of Maine, $15-$25, Carter’s Cross Country Ski Center, 786 Intervale Road, Bethel. FMI: 207-539-4848, www.cartersxcski.com.
Jan. 1, Thursday, 10:30am-1:30pm. “First Day Hike,” Join us for a leisurely 1.5 mile woodlands hike to investigate the wonders of the season. Snacks will be provided. Wear warm clothes and sturdy footwear, meet at the day use boat launch, free admission for hikers, Sebago Lake State Park, Casco. FMI: 207-693-6231, www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/.
Jan. 1, Thursday, 12:30-3:30pm, “First Day Hike,” Join us for an easy 1.5 mile ranger lead hike on our interpretive trail along the beach; just on short hill. Bring warm clothes and boots, or snowshoes, meet at the flagpole in front of the restrooms, free park admission for hikers, Range Ponds State Park, Poland Spring. FMI: 207-998-4104, www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/.
Jan. 3, Saturday, 10am-12pm, “Guided Snowshoe Hike,” Guided snowshoe hikes are a fun way to learn more about the wildlife, ecology and features of Lovell’s winter landscape. This winter we hope you will join us for some great exercise, fresh air and FUN! Dress in layers; bring snowshoes, hats, gloves, water and a light snack, meet at the Fairburn parking lot on Slab City Road, free, Heald-Bradley Pond Reserve, Route , Lovell. FMI: 207-925-1056, www.gllt.org.
Jan. 3, Saturday, 5pm, “Roast Turkey Dinner,” Roast turkey, side dishes and desserts, $8, $4/under 12, Deering Memorial Methodist Church, 39 Main Street, Paris. FMI: 207-743-9792, www.sunjournal.com.
Jan. 3, Saturday, 7:30-9:30pm, “Seth Glier,” This seasoned troubadour, singer, songwriter, pianist and guitarist has been compared to the likes of Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel with an exquisite tenor and huge musicianship, $15, New Gloucester Village Coffeehouse, 19 Gloucester Hill Road, New Gloucester. FMI: 207-653-6151, www.villagecoffeehouse.org.
Jan. 3, Saturday, 9:30pm, “Barry Arvin Young Band,” The Barry Arvin Young Band is known as a deliciously quirky rock trio, referred to as one of the most eclectic rock bands in the region. One moment you’re listening to a song by The Wallflowers, the next head checks you into that song by Local H you forgot that you loved, and then you rocket into one by Smashing Pumpkins, and then might mellow into a new Jack Johnson song…you don’t know what’s coming, but you’re loving it!, no cover, Bray’s Brew Pub, Junction Routes 302 and 35, Naples. FMI: 207-693-6806, www.barryarvinyoung.com/the-band.

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