Events Calendar

Join us this weekend for movies at The Gem! This weekend we're screening: Jojo Rabbit [PG:13] 1:00, **3:45, *7:00 (*NO Saturday 7:00 show, **NO Sunday 3:45 show.) Dolittle [PG] 1:30, 4:00, 6:45 A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood [PG] 1:15, 4:15, 7:15 ... read more

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We're super psyched to bring back Snowmaggedon this winter--and even more psyched to be part of the Maine Winter Fat Bike Series! We'll still have great course offerings, fabulous prizes, and a fantastic beer & lasagna lunch...but you'll also be able to compete in five other races across the state, should you accept the challenge. Two lengths/times are offered: Women's and Men's A race will take about two hours, and be roughly between 12-16 miles. Women's, Men's B and youth race will take about one hour and be roughly between 6-8 miles. Note: mileage and course will be dependent on conditions. We want to put on a great race, and will do everything we can to make that happen. No one wants a slogfest, so choose your preferred time, rather than distance. Don't want to ride more than an hour? No problem! Choose the B race. Two hours sound about right? The A race is for you. We have a fantastic singletrack fat bike system that crosses Nordic trails from time to time. The course will be planned around these trails but may include the wide Nordic trails as well. Everything is subject to change due to conditions. Find out more and sign up at BikeReg ... read more

Mahoosuc Land Trust's fledgling bird program is growing. If you are interested in birds ? walks, movies, field trips, lectures, either as a beginner or experienced ? we need your input on what types of things you would like to see us add to our program in 2020. Please join us to create the calendar of events for 2020 and discuss other opportunities to grow the birding community. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by calling (207)824-3806 or email barbara@mahoosuc.org.. ... read more

Learn to identify birds in your yard and western Maine. This class will take some of the mystery out of identifying birds by demonstrating simple tips, techniques, and tools used by experienced birders. The class is perfect for beginners as well as those with some bird watching experience. Lead by James Reddoch, author of the Bethel Citizen?s weekly article Mahoosuc Bird Notes. Space is limited, reserve by calling (207)824-3806. ... read more

Choose your adventure! To celebrate the completion of the McCoy-Chapman Forest acquisition, join us for 2 snowshoe hikes and one great bonfire. Option 1 5:00 - Paul Handlen, storyteller extraordinaire, will lead a hike up to the overlook for a great view of the moon. Total length of hike - 2 miles with some steep sections. Option 2 6:30 - Join Kirk Siegel for a gentle walk on the new Esker Loop. Total length of walk - 1 mile, flat, easy terrain 7:30 - Bonfire for all in the field along the river. Cocoa and desserts. Please bring fully charged headlamps and snowshoes. Snowshoes for anyone in need are available thanks to True North Adventureware at 196 Walkers Mills Rd, Bethel. A limited number of snowshoes will also be available at the start of the hikes. Meet at Valentine Farm parking lot (162 North Road, Bethel), 20 minutes before the start of the hike/walk. Please RSVP by emailing Barbara, barbara@mahoosuc.org. ... read more

Whether you enjoy snowmobiles, good food, good fellowship or all three, come on and join us for what always promises to be a great time. The Ride-In is a fun opportunity for people to enjoy a great snowmobile ride into the woods surrounding our New Hope Residential Home, an opportunity to come out of the cold for a warm drink of hot chocolate, hot coffee or other beverages, have a plate of Vito Gaccetta?s great hot sausages steeped in peppers and onions, a warm plate of chop suey, hot dogs, salads, cookies and so much more. And, more importantly, it?s an opportunity to catch up with old friends who have been supporting the Ride-In for the last 44 years. Ride-In Raffle Tickets are available at the Hope Association?s Central Office, the What Not Shop and from all Hope Association employees. Tickets are $1.00 each or a book of 6 for $5.00. Tickets are drawn at the Ride-In with a $200.00 Cash First Prize, $100.00 Cash Second Prize, $25.00 Cash Third Prize and several other wonderful prizes. The Ride-In began in 1975 with the goal of raising funds to help build the Association?s first residential home to support adults with Developmental Disabilities - Horizons Unlimited and to purchase the first Activity Center on Waldo Street. Over the years, thanks to the generous and ongoing support from all of the Western Maine communities, the Ride-In generated funds to help build 4 additional residential homes, expand the day programs, purchase special lift equipped vans and so many more services to support individuals with disabilities. All of the Association?s opportunities to provide services can be directly tied back to the generous supports that we?ve received from our community. If you?re struggling with cabin fever or just like getting out for a fun day, the Ride-In is free to attend and is just one of the many ways we get to say thank you to our community and to the snowmobile clubs for your ongoing support. The Ride-In is open to the public. We have side by side snow machines and passenger sleds to assist individuals with disabilities. For more information, please don?t hesitate to call Fawn at 364-4561. ... read more

Join students at The Eddy School in learning activities, allowing you to get a feel for what life at The Eddy School is all about. This is not just for families interested in enrolling, but for all community members. The Eddy School enjoys participating in a variety of community events; once you see what we do, you may be inspired to work with us! Drop in any time between 12:30-2:00pm. ... read more

In this free Cash Flow workshop, you will learn how to prepare detailed financial projections, cash flow reports, and startup cost projections. These projections are crucial in creating a business plan. ... read more

Chocolate! Get complimentary chocolate with a trail pass. ... read more

Join us at The Gem on Sunday, February 16th, at 4pm for Verdi's Rigoletto on the Lake. The Italian opera will have English subtitles. Giuseppe Verdi?s masterwork ? compelling, blood-curdling and beautiful ? is being performed for the first time on the breathtaking water stage of Lake Constance, Bregenz. One of Verdi?s most popular works, Rigoletto is an unforgettable tale of a sacrifice and revenge; of a father?s rage and a daughter?s shame. It features several of opera?s best-known arias-including Rigoletto?s passionate denouncement ?Cortigiani, vil razza dannata,? Gilda?s dreamy ?Caro nome? and the Duke?s instantly recognizable ?La donna e` mobile.? Rigoletto was first performed in 1851 and is the first of the extraordinary ?middle-period? trio of Verdi masterpieces that also includes La Traviata and Il Trovatore. Directed and designed by Philipp Sto¨lzl, this timeless tragedy will delight audiences with a powerhouse combination of entertainment and emotional intensity from the spectacular shore of Lake Constance, Bregenz. Please Note: Rigoletto on the Lake contains a sequence of flashing lights, which might affect viewers who are susceptible to photosensitivity. Tickets are $15, Gem Member Tickets are $13, all event profits will go to furthering Bethel Area Arts & Music (BAAM) programming at The Gem. ... read more

Richard Blanco and ten Maine poets read their contributions to the book: A Dangerous New World: Maine Voices on the Climate Crisis. ... read more

In this free Cash Flow workshop, you will learn how to prepare detailed financial projections, cash flow reports, and startup cost projections. These projections are crucial in creating a business plan. ... read more

$20 gets you a trail pass, a local grass-fed beef burger from Middle Intervale Farm, a homemade brownie, and a fatbike demo! Come try out fatbiking on our trails! Touring & backcountry skis and snowshoe rentals available for an additional fee. 9 am - 2 pm Touring & backcountry skis, snowshoes and (longer use) fatbike rentals available for an additional fee. ... read more