Age-Friendly Community Committee Calendar

An Overview of Climate Resilient Farming Practices Used in Maine with Nicholas Rowley

This class will focus on farming practices that Maine farmers are adopting to buffer climate changes, including soil health, tillage and cover cropping.

Chair Yoga with Ann Parker  

Accessible to most people, including those who may have been inactive for some time or have physical limitations. No prior experience is necessary. This practice meets you where you are!

AUTHOR EVENT: Allagash-New England’s Wild River with author and humorist Tim Caverly.

Hear first-hand about the lore, legends, and characters Tim experienced during his 32-years while a Maine Park Ranger. Includes music and photos.

An Hour of Community Dialogue about the Israel Hamas War Camille Davidson

Bring a question you’d like to ask and Camille and Scott will lead a discussion at The Gallery. 

The Benefits of Joining a Local Farm’s Crop Share Program with Trent Emery

This is for anyone interested in a healthy and cost effective diet of locally grown and delicious produce.

Introduction to Tai Chi for Health and Balance with Ann Parker  

Tai Chi for Health and Balance has been shown to relieve pain, improve physical movement, strength, flexibility and balance. This mind-body practice is suitable for all.

Conservation and Outdoor Recreation Across Generations- Kennebec Land Trust with Theresa Kerchner

Ages: Middle school - Adult Gile Hall, Readfield Town Office, 8 Old Kents Hill Road

How to Solve the New York Times Crossword Puzzle with Mary Denison 

We will look at different tricks and wordplay that are used and then we will all solve a Monday NYT’s puzzle completely. Bring a sharp pencil with an eraser.

Kents Hill School: A Third Century of Excellence with Chris Cheney

Join Head of School Chris Cheney as he shares Kents Hill School’s past - 200 years of continuous co-education and the strategic vision for the future.

AUTHOR EVENT with David Florig 

Growing Lavender Successfully in Maine with Kathy Landrum

Lavender is a perennial herb that can be challenging to grow in Maine. Find out which varieties do well here and best practices for planting and sustaining their growth.

Introduction to Permaculture Landscape Design with Kathy Landrum

Permaculture landscape design is a way of organizing and prioritizing your outdoor surroundings, so they become more efficient and satisfying.                        

The Aging Continuum: A Physical Therapist's Perspective with Mary Ellis

A 45 minute talk on the "normal aging process”, followed by 30 minutes of seated gentle movement, a break, and 15 minutes of open question time

The Beans of Readfield Maine with Dale Potter-Clark

The Beans were significant landowners, manufacturers, town officials and farmers in Readfield from 1780 into the 19^th century. Come and learn more about them.   

Creative Paper-Folding with Cheryl Clark and Nan Bell

Participants will work through the steps to create 3-dimensional paper objects, using origami and other techniques.  Bring scissors and two-sided tape.

Smart Eating, Healthy Living: Preventing & Managing Diabetes through Diet with Brenna Nelson, RD, LD, CLC

Readfield in the Good Old Days 

A panel of longtime Readfield residents will share recollections of their lives in this community.  Organized by Ed Dodge and moderated by Dale Potter-Clark