Things to Do
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Thursday, April 12
Sanford MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Support Group, meets every second Thursday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m., Goodall Hospital, first floor conference room. Newly diagnosed encouraged to attend. FMI, call Jane at 284-1161
Safe Travels – car seat information, 6 to 8 p.m., SMMC, 1 Medical Center Drive, Biddeford. Free. Class is designed to help parents and grandparents understand the importance of proper car seat use. Bring car owners manual, car seat manual and car seat (if one has been purchased). Preregistration required, call 283-7350.
Event with Paul Tukey, 7 p.m., Dyer Library, 371 Main St., Saco. Tukey and actress Victoria Rowell recently authored “Tag, Toss, & Run – 40 Classic Lawn Games,” part of a national campaign to get children and families outside. Hosted by The Sweetser Series and Saco Bay Gardening Club.
Terrific Toddlers, 10 a.m., Deering Room, Dyer Library, Saco. Program is for children 18 months to 3 years old and includes finger plays, songs, movement and stories and an appropriate craft project, with social time for parents and children afterwards. With repetition and fun challenges toddlers learn speech and listening skills. The last day will be June 21. There are no programs if Regional School Unit 23 has a school cancellation due to snow.
Karaoke with Crazy Larry, 7 to 10 p.m., York County Veterans Alliance, 24 Bradbury St., Biddeford.
NAMI support group, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Jakeman Hall Conference Room, Ocean Park, 14 Temple Ave., Old Orchard Beach.
All Stars, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for children 18 months and older, introduction to different sports and games at Saco Parks and Recreation. FMI, visit www.sacorec.com or call 283-3139.
Biddeford Free Clinic, 6 to 9 p.m., J. Richard Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St. FMI, call 282-1138.
AA meetings, noon, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford; 7 a.m., 63 School St., Saco; 6:30 p.m. women’s meeting, Congregational Church, Saco; noon, 63 School St., Saco; 7 p.m., 63 school St., Saco.
Ross Center activities include puzzles, card players, books and cable TV with DVD and VHS players; yoga, 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.; cribbage, 10 a.m.; walking, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; bridge lessons with Bob Blackmore 1 to 3:30 p.m.; indoor horseshoes, 7 to 9 p.m.; karaoke, 7 to 9 p.m., every other month. FMI, call Debbie or Stephanie at 282-5005. Ross Center is located at J.R. Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St., Biddeford.
Crafty Readers, stories and crafts for preschoolers, 10:30 a.m., Libby Library, Old Orchard Beach. FMI, call 934-4351.
Preschool story time, 10 to 10:45 a.m., McArthur Library, Biddeford. Language enrichment program geared for children 3 to 6 years old. Join stories, rhymes, music, movement activities and crafts. FMI, contact Deanna at 284-4181.
You’ve Got Me in Stitches, 3 p.m., meeting room, Dyer Library, Saco. Knit, crochet, chat and sip tea or coffee. No registration required.
Bingo, 1 to 3 p.m., Saco Armory, 75 Franklin St., Saco, sponsored by Open Door Seniors Club.
Le Club Francais, 6:30 p.m., McArthur Library, Biddeford. FMI, call 284-4181.
Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 35 South St., Biddeford. Drop in for a free cup of coffee and a snack, conversation, games, lending library, support and warmth. An outreach of Christ Episcopal Church. FMI, call 283-1783.
Friday, April 13
Presentation by Dental Hygienist Lynn Peters, 2 p.m., Pinewood Manor, 20 Manor St., Ocean Park. She will demonstrate portable equipment. She is able to do dental exams, teeth cleaning, fluoride treatments and other preventative services. To register, call 934-5950.
Meditation for seniors, 6 to 7:15 p.m., Pinewood Manor, 20 Manor St., Ocean Park. Course continues April 20 and 27. Anastra Madden, resident service coordinator at The Pines will lead the free, three-week course. Community members welcome. To register, call 934-5950.
“Seussical The Musical,” 7:30 p.m., city Theater, Biddeford. The UNE Players production is based on the books of Dr. Seuss and his characters. FMI, call 602-2891.
Bouncing Babies, 10 a.m., Deering Room, Dyer Library, Saco.Children from birth to 18 months are welcome for baby bounces, songs and stories, with social time for parents and children afterwards. The program stimulates language development and increases a baby’s capacity for learning. The last day will be June 15. There are no programs if Regional School Unit 23 has a school cancellation due to snow.
Community Clothes Closet, free, 3 to 5 p.m. every Friday, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford. Donations may also be made. Use sidewalk entrance near handicapped parking. Clothes Closet is closed when Bon Appetit Community Meal Program is closed such as vacation weeks or holidays.
Bingo, 6:15 p.m., Rochambeau Club, 329 South St., Biddeford. Doors open at 3 p.m., kitchen opens at 5 p.m. FMI, call 283- 3833.
TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly), 8:15 a.m., Saco Parks and Recreation, Franklin Street, Saco. FMI, call Nancy at 283-3820.
AA meetings, noon, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford; 7 p.m., SMMC cafeteria, Alfred Street, Biddeford; 7 a.m., 63 School St., Saco; noon, 63 School St., Saco; 7:30 p.m., 63 School St., Saco.
Al-Anon meeting, 8 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church on corner of Main and Cleveland streets in Saco. FMI, call 934- 5453.
Salvation Army craft group, 9:30 a.m. for those who want to share craft ideas or fellowship, followed by free lunch at 11:30 a.m. Donations welcomed. FMI, call 934- 4381.
Ross Center activities include puzzles, card players, books and cable TV with DVD and VHS players; health and wellness exercise class, 8 to 9 a.m.; walking 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; indoor horseshoes, 7 to 9 p.m. FMI, call Debbie or Stephanie at 282-5005. Ross Center is located at J.R. Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St., Biddeford.
Finger Frolics, 10:30 a.m., Edith Belle Libby Memorial Library, Old Orchard Beach. Activities include short stories, songs and finger play for babies and toddlers. FMI, call 934-4351.
Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 35 South St., Biddeford. Drop in for a free cup of coffee and a snack, conversation, games, support and warmth. An outreach of Christ Episcopal Church. FMI, call 283-1783.
Adult children of alcoholics, 6:30 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, corner Main and Cleveland streets, Saco. FMI, call 571-4486.
Teen gaming, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., community room at McArthur Library in Biddeford. For video gamers or anyone who enjoys board games. All teens, grades six through 12 are welcome. FMI, contact Brooke at 284-4181.
Saturday, April 14
Roast pork dinner, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford. Menu includes roasted rosemary potatoes, fresh carrots, string beans, bread and homemade dessert. Partial proceeds benefit Ken’s Kids, a local pay-to-play athletic program. Take out available. FMI, call 284-7898.
Lyman Republican Committee meeting, 10 a.m., Community Library, Goodwins Mills. Brad Littlefield of Springvale, who is running for Jon Courtney’s State Senate Seat, will be the speaker. All registered Lyman Republicans are encouraged to attend.
Tricky Britches, Vermont Joy Parade to perform, The Oak and the Ax, 140 Main St., Biddeford.
BINGO, 10 a.m., doors open at 8:30 a.m., Rochambeau Club, Biddeford, Proceeds benefit St. James School.
Bean supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., First Parish Congregational Church, corner of Beach and Main streets, Saco. Menu includes pea beans, kidney beans, hot dogs, macaroni and cheese, brown bread, dinner rolls, coleslaw, apple crisp, brownies, coffee, tea and juice.
“Seussical The Musical,” 7:30 p.m., city Theater, Biddeford. The UNE Players production is based on the books of Dr. Seuss and his characters. FMI, call 602-2891.
Pine Tree Camp information session, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Pine Tree Society, 71 Route 1, Scarborough. RSVP by calling 443-3341.
Saco River Winter Market, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 110 Main St., Saco Island, parking behind Run of the Mill Brew Pub, on the river. Agricultural products, specialty foods, local art. FMI, follow the market on Facebook.
Old Orchard Beach transfer station open 8 a.m. to noon for brush and leaf disposal.
Good Shepherd Parish Mass schedule, vigil Mass: 4 p.m., Most Holy Trinity, 4 p.m., St. Joseph and 4 p.m. St. Margaret.
AA meetings, 7 a.m., 63 School St., Saco; 10 a.m., Southern Maine Medical Center cafeteria, Biddeford; 6:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue, Old Orchard Beach; and 8 p.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue, Old Orchard Beach.
Saturday Morning Kids’ Club, 10:30 a.m., Edith Belle Libby Memorial Library, Old Orchard Beach. Activities include crafts and games for children preschool age and older. FMI, call 934-4351.
Sunday, April 15
Oni Buchanan, pianist, 3 p.m., Saco River Grange Hall, 29 Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills. FMI or reservations, call 929-6472.
BAPP (Biddeford Adult Poetry Project), 1 p.m., Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford. The informal workshop is led by author and poet Joe Breunig. Free. FMI, call 284-7898.
“Seussical The Musical,” 2 p.m., City Theater, Biddeford. The UNE Players production is based on the books of Dr. Seuss and his characters. FMI, call 602-2891.
Good Shepherd Parish Mass schedule, 8 a.m., St. Joseph (French) in Biddeford, 8:30 a.m., St. Margaret in Old Orchard Beach, 8:30 a.m., Most Holy Trinity in Saco, 9 a.m., St. Philip in Lyman, 10:30 a.m., Most Holy Trinity in Saco, 10:30 a.m., St. Margaret in Old Orchard Beach and 11 a.m., St. Joseph in Biddeford.. FMI, call the Good Shepherd Parish Office at 282-3321.
St. Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church, services, 10 a.m., 156 Saco Ave., Old Orchard Beach; the Rev. Jeffrey Monroe, vicar.
AA meetings, 9 a.m., Saco Elks Club, 68 Ocean Park Road, Saco; 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue, Old Orchard Beach; 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 63 School St., Saco.
United Baptist Church worship service, 10 a.m., 318 Main St., All are welcome. FMI, visit Unitedbaptistsaco.org.
Salvation Army services, 9:45 a.m. Sunday School and adult Bible study; 10:45 a.m. morning worship; 12:15 p.m. junior high youth group, 2 Sixth St., Old Orchard Beach. FMI, call 934-438l.
First Parish Congregational Church UCC worship, 8 and 10 a.m.,12 Beach St., Saco. Everyone is welcome. FMI, call 283-3771.
Good Shepherd’s Cove Church Christian Education, 9:30 a.m.; worship service at 10:30 a.m.; 1189 Route 1, Arundel. Affiliated with the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference. FMI, call 467-9027.
Goodwins Mills Advent Christian Church worship service, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school at 11 a.m.; evening service at 6. FMI, contact Pastor Nick Foss at 499-2817.
Victory Chapel, 67 Hill St., Biddeford, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship; 7 p.m. worship, Wednesday prayer and Bible study, 7 p.m. FMI, contact the Rev. Joel McLain at 283-0304.
Worship service, Unitarian Universalist Church of Saco and Biddeford, 10 a.m., 60 School St., Saco. Child care and children’s religious exploration is 10 to 11:15 a.m. FMI, call 282-0062.
North Saco Congregational Church UCC, 131 Heath Road, Saco, 9:30 a.m. choir rehearsal, new singers welcome; 10 a.m. worship and church school, 11 a.m. coffee friendship hour.
Southern Maine Friends meeting (Quakers), 9 to 10 a.m. Call 282-2171 or 967-4451 for directions. All faiths welcome.
AA meeting, 8 to 9 p.m., North Saco Congregational Church, corner of Flag Pond, Heath and Rocky Hill roads.
Old Orchard Beach United Methodist Church, 9 a.m. free pancake breakfast and 10 a.m. service, corner of Washington and Fountain streets. FMI, call the Rev. Michael J. Gray, 423-0028.
Worship and Sunday school, 10:30 a.m., Goodwins Mills United Methodist Church, 55 Church St., Lyman. Nursery care available. Church office open 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. FMI, call 499-7438.
Monday, April 16
American Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Prime Toyota, 783 Portland Road, Saco.
Saco Bay Artists open painting at the Pines, Mondays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Manor Street in Ocean Park. An organization of local artists who work in any medium, Saco Bay Artists provides exhibition, critique and educational opportunities for members. Open to the public. FMI, contact Clara Martel at 985-7420 or Kathyangellee@gmail.com at 937-2125.
Gymtastic (open gym), 9 to 10:30 a.m., for children 18 months and older, Saco Parks and Recreation. FMI, visit www.sacorec.com or call 283-3139.
Little Blessings play group, 10 to 11 a.m., Goodwins Mills Advent Christian Church. Parents are welcome to bring children for story time, songs and crafts. FMI, call 499-2817.
Old Orchard Beach Food Pantry, 9 to 11 a.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue. Food served to Old Orchard Beach residents; everyone invited to come for free bread and clothes. FMI, call Carol Davis at 934-5873 or the church at 934-5553.
AA meetings, noon, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St. Biddeford; 7 a.m. and noon, 63 School St., Saco; 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue, Old Orchard Beach; and 7 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church, 60 School St., Saco.
Al-Anon Meeting, 10 a.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, corner of Main and Cleveland streets in Saco. FMI, call 934-9954.
Beach ball and Bible, 7 p.m., The Salvation Army, 2 Sixth St., Old Orchard Beach. FMI, call 934-438l.
TOPS 253 weight-loss group, 5 to 7 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, Crescent Street, Biddeford.
Autism-Asperger’s Support Group, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., teen center in Rotary Park off Main Street in Biddeford. FMI, including speakers and time changes, call Roberta Bernier at 283-8742.
Ross Center activities include puzzles, card players, books and cable TV with DVD and VHS players; health and wellness class is 8 to 9 a.m.; free gym; open bridge, 1 to 4 p.m., walking in gym, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; book club, fourth Monday each month, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.;knitting for charity, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Yarn and knitters needed. FMI, call Debbie or Stephanie at 282-5005. Ross Center is located at J.R. Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St., Biddeford.
Toddler Time, 10 to 10:30 a.m., McArthur Library, Biddeford. Toddler Time is an adult-child language enrichment program geared for children 18 to 36 months. FMI, contact Deanna at 284-4181.
Family evening story time, 6:30 to 7 p.m., McArthur Library, Biddeford. Bring the whole family for an evening of stories, rhymes, music and movement. All ages are welcome. FMI, contact Deanna at 284-4181.
Bingo, 6 p.m., St. Louis Alumni, 637 Elm St., Biddeford. Doors and kitchen open at 4 p.m. Hosted by St. Louis Alumni.
HUGS of love-remember our troops support group, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., 41 Cascade Road, Old Orchard Beach. Prepare care packages and letters to send to troops. FMI, contact Nancy Kelley at 934-2360.
Tuesday, April 17
Laughing with Lois, preschool story time, 10 a.m., Deering Room, Dyer Library, Saco. Program involves children’s literature, songs and a craft project. The program helps children develop early social and behavioral skills essential for schooling. There are no programs if Regional School Unit 23 has a school cancellation due to snow. Program ends June 19.
Play ’N Learn, 9 to 10:30 a.m. for children 18 months or older, story, craft, stretching, singing and a condensed open gym, Saco Parks and Recreation. FMI, visit www.sacorec.com or call 283-3139.
Baby and Me, 10 to 10:20 a.m., McArthur Library, Biddeford. An interactive lap-sit program for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Introduce children to books through songs, rhymes and adult/child book sharing time. FMI, contact Deanna at 284-4181.
Salvation Army walking club, 10 a.m., followed by free lunch at 11:30 (donations welcomed) and women’s group at 1:30 p.m., 2 Sixth St., Old Orchard Beach. FMI, call 934-4381.
Al-Anon meeting, 7:45 to 9 p.m., Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford. FMI, call 1-800-498- 1844.
TOPS No. 186 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) weigh-ins, 5 p.m., Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 20 Jenkins Road, Saco. FMI, call Diane Marcoux at 749-8668.
TOPS No. 11 weigh-in, 5 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, 15 Cleveland St., Saco (note new location). FMI call Marry Mitton, 749-8001.
TOPS Old Orchard Beach chapter, 6 p.m., Cider Hill Clubhouse. FMI, call Judy at 423-3223.
AA meetings, noon, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford; 7 a.m., noon and 7 p.m., 63 School St., Saco; 7 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church at the intersection of Cleveland and Main streets in Saco and Southern Maine Medical Center cafeteria in Biddeford.
Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 35 South St., Biddeford. Drop in for a free cup of coffee and a snack, conversation, games, support and warmth. An outreach of Christ Episcopal Church. FMI, call 283-1783.
Ross Center activities include puzzles, card players, books and cable TV with DVD and VHS players; bingo, purchase a meal to play; bakery prizes awarded, 10 a.m.; card playing, all morning; walking, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the gym; meetings are second Tuesday of the month; chess club, 6 to 10 p.m.; yoga, 6 p.m. FMI, call Debbie or Stephanie at 282-5005. Ross Center is located at J.R. Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St., Biddeford.
North Saco Congregational Church UCC, 131 Heath Road, Saco, Bible sharing and prayer time, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 18
St. Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church, Communion service, 7 p.m., 156 Saco Ave., Old Orchard Beach; the Rev. Jeffrey Monroe, vicar.
St. Vincent de Paul rummage sale, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., St. James hall, use South Street entrance. Donations accepted Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. FMI, casll 499-7490.
Old Orchard Beach transfer station open 8 a.m. to noon for brush and leaf disposal.
Gymtastic (open gym), 9 to 10:30 a.m., for children 18 months and older, Saco Parks and Recreation. FMI, visit www.sacorec.com or call 283-3139.
Old Orchard Beach Food Pantry, 9 to 11 a.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue. Food served to Old Orchard Beach residents; everyone invited to come for free bread and clothes. FMI, call Carol Davis at 934-5873 or the church at 934-5553.
AA meetings, noon, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford and 63 School St., Saco; 7 a.m., noon and 7 p.m., 63 School St., Saco.
Ross Center activities include puzzles, card players, books and cable TV with DVD and VHS players; health and wellness exercise class, 8 to 9 a.m.; Wii fun day, first Wednesday of the month, 9 a.m.; walking, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; bingo, 1 to 3 p.m., cash prizes, second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, order an Italian sandwich meal from Meals on Wheels, pre-order at 283- 2477; indoor horseshoes 7 to 9 p.m. FMI, call Debbie or Stephanie at 282-5005. Ross Center is located at J.R. Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St., Biddeford.
Good Shepherd’s Cove Church, 7 p.m. Bible study, 1189 Route 1, Arundel. Affiliated with Conservative Congregational Christian Conference. FMI, call 467- 9027.
Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 35 South St., Biddeford. Drop in for a free cup of coffee and a snack, conversation, games, support and warmth. An outreach of Christ Episcopal Church. FMI, call 283-1783.
Salvation Army kids club, 3:30 p.m., 2 Sixth St., Old Orchard Beach. FMI, call Patti Murray at 934-438l.
Thursday, April 19
Dyer Library Writer’s Group, 1 to 3 p.m. Deering Wing, Dyer Library, Main Street, Saco. Participants are encouraged to bring whatever they are working on, including poems, novels, stories, essays or genealogy. FMI, call 283-3861.
American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Saint Joseph Church, 178 Elm St., Biddeford.
Terrific Toddlers, 10 a.m., Deering Room, Dyer Library, Saco. Program is for children 18 months to 3 years old and includes finger plays, songs, movement and stories and an appropriate craft project, with social time for parents and children afterwards. With repetition and fun challenges toddlers learn speech and listening skills. The last day will be June 21. There are no programs if Regional School Unit 23 has a school cancellation due to snow.
Karaoke with Crazy Larry, 7 to 10 p.m., York County Veterans Alliance, 24 Bradbury St., Biddeford.
NAMI support group, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Jakeman Hall Conference Room, Ocean Park, 14 Temple Ave., Old Orchard Beach.
All Stars, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for children 18 months and older, introduction to different sports and games at Saco Parks and Recreation. FMI, visit www.sacorec.com or call 283-3139.
Biddeford Free Clinic, 6 to 9 p.m., J. Richard Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St. FMI, call 282-1138.
AA meetings, noon, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford; 7 a.m., 63 School St., Saco; 6:30 p.m. women’s meeting, Congregational Church, Saco; noon, 63 School St., Saco; 7 p.m., 63 school St., Saco.
Ross Center activities include puzzles, card players, books and cable TV with DVD and VHS players; yoga, 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.; cribbage, 10 a.m.; walking, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; bridge lessons with Bob Blackmore 1 to 3:30 p.m.; indoor horseshoes, 7 to 9 p.m.; karaoke, 7 to 9 p.m., every other month. FMI, call Debbie or Stephanie at 282- 5005. Ross Center is located at J.R. Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St., Biddeford.
Crafty Readers, stories and crafts for preschoolers, 10:30 a.m., Libby Library, Old Orchard Beach. FMI, call 934-4351.
Preschool story time, 10 to 10:45 a.m., McArthur Library, Biddeford. Language enrichment program geared for children 3 to 6 years old. Join stories, rhymes, music, movement activities and crafts. FMI, contact Deanna at 284-4181.
You’ve Got Me in Stitches, 3 p.m., meeting room, Dyer Library, Saco. Knit, crochet, chat and sip tea or coffee. No registration required.
Bingo, 1 to 3 p.m., Saco Armory, 75 Franklin St., Saco, sponsored by Open Door Seniors Club.
Le Club Francais, 6:30 p.m., McArthur Library, Biddeford. FMI, call 284-4181.
Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 35 South St., Biddeford. Drop in for a free cup of coffee and a snack, conversation, games, lending library, support and warmth. An outreach of Christ Episcopal Church. FMI, call 283-1783.
Chronic Pain Support group meeting, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., The Pines hospitality room, Pinewood Manor, Pinewood Lane, Old Orchard Beach. FMI: Call Evelyn at 937-5020, Jane at 934-4189, visit www.painsupportgroup.org or e-mail: supportgroup@gwi.net.
Friday, April 20
Meditation for seniors, 6 to 7:15 p.m., Pinewood Manor, 20 Manor St., Ocean Park. Course continues April 27. Anastra Madden, resident service coordinator at The Pines will lead the free, three-week course. Community members welcome. To register, call 934-5950.
Toys of the 1930s, presentation by Rachel Miller of Maine State Historical Society, 2 p.m., The Pines Community Building, 10 Manor St., Ocean Park. Free and open to the public. FMI, call 934-2157.
York County Regional Job Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nasson Community Center, Springvale. More than 50 exhibitors. FMI, visit www.mainecareercenter.com.
Bouncing Babies, 10 a.m., Deering Room, Dyer Library, Saco.Children from birth to 18 months are welcome for baby bounces, songs and stories, with social time for parents and children afterwards. The program stimulates language development and increases a baby’s capacity for learning. The last day will be June 15. There are no programs if Regional School Unit 23 has a school cancellation due to snow.
Community Clothes Closet, free, 3 to 5 p.m. every Friday, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford. Donations may also be made. Use sidewalk entrance near handicapped parking. Clothes Closet is closed when Bon Appetit Community Meal Program is closed such as vacation weeks or holidays.
Bingo, 6:15 p.m., Rochambeau Club, 329 South St., Biddeford. Doors open at 3 p.m., kitchen opens at 5 p.m. FMI, call 283- 3833.
TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly), 8:15 a.m., Saco Parks and Recreation, Franklin Street, Saco. FMI, call Nancy at 283-3820.
AA meetings, noon, Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford; 7 p.m., SMMC cafeteria, Alfred Street, Biddeford; 7 a.m., 63 School St., Saco; noon, 63 School St., Saco; 7:30 p.m., 63 School St., Saco.
Al-Anon meeting, 8 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church on corner of Main and Cleveland streets in Saco. FMI, call 934- 5453.
Salvation Army craft group, 9:30 a.m. for those who want to share craft ideas or fellowship, followed by free lunch at 11:30 a.m. Donations welcomed. FMI, call 934- 4381.
Ross Center activities include puzzles, card players, books and cable TV with DVD and VHS players; health and wellness exercise class, 8 to 9 a.m.; walking 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; indoor horseshoes, 7 to 9 p.m. FMI, call Debbie or Stephanie at 282-5005. Ross Center is located at J.R. Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St., Biddeford.
Finger Frolics, 10:30 a.m., Edith Belle Libby Memorial Library, Old Orchard Beach. Activities include short stories, songs and finger play for babies and toddlers. FMI, call 934-4351.
Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 35 South St., Biddeford. Drop in for a free cup of coffee and a snack, conversation, games, support and warmth. An outreach of Christ Episcopal Church. FMI, call 283-1783.
Adult children of alcoholics, 6:30 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, corner Main and Cleveland streets, Saco. FMI, call 571-4486.
Saturday, April 21
Mainesqueeze, 7 p.m., Saco Coffeehouse, a western swing band. FMI, visit www.sacocoffeehouse.com.
Free community supper, 5:30 to 7 p.m., mill building at Goodwins Mills Christian Church, Route 35, Goodwins Mills village.
Saco River Winter Market, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 110 Main St., Saco Island, parking behind Run of the Mill Brew Pub, on the river. Agricultural products, specialty foods, local art. FMI, follow the market on Facebook.
Old Orchard Beach transfer station open 8 a.m. to noon for brush and leaf disposal.
Good Shepherd Parish mass schedule, vigil mass: 4 p.m., Most Holy Trinity, 4 p.m., St. Joseph and 4 p.m. St. Margaret.
AA meetings, 7 a.m., 63 School St., Saco; 10 a.m., Southern Maine Medical Center cafeteria, Biddeford; 6:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue, Old Orchard Beach; and 8 p.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue, Old Orchard Beach.
Saturday Morning Kids’ Club, 10:30 a.m., Edith Belle Libby Memorial Library, Old Orchard Beach. Activities include crafts and games for children preschool age and older. FMI, call 934-4351.
Sunday, April 22
Ancient Landmarks Society of Parsonsfield, genealogical workshop, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Route 160, North Parsonsfield. FMI, call 838-5492.
Performances by Christopher Paul Stelling, Old Soul and Lisa/Liza, 8 p.m., The Oak and the Ax, 140 Main St., Biddeford.
Good Shepherd Parish Mass schedule, 8 a.m., St. Joseph (French) in Biddeford; 8:30 a.m., St. Margaret in Old Orchard Beach; 8:30 a.m., Most Holy Trinity in Saco; 9 a.m., St. Philip in Lyman; 10:30 a.m., Most Holy Trinity in Saco; 10:30 a.m., St. Margaret in Old Orchard Beach; and 11 a.m., St. Joseph in Biddeford. FMI, call the Good Shepherd Parish Office at 282-3321.
St. Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church, services, 10 a.m., 156 Saco Ave., Old Orchard Beach; the Rev. Jeffrey Monroe, vicar.
AA meetings, 9 a.m., Saco Elks Club, 68 Ocean Park Road, Saco; 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, Washington Avenue, Old Orchard Beach; 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 63 School St., Saco.
United Baptist Church worship service, 10 a.m., 318 Main St., All are welcome. FMI, visit Unitedbaptistsaco.org.
Salvation Army services, 9:45 a.m. Sunday School and adult Bible study; 10:45 a.m. morning worship; 12:15 p.m. junior high youth group, 2 Sixth St., Old Orchard Beach. FMI, call 934-438l.
First Parish Congregational Church UCC worship, 8 and 10 a.m.,12 Beach St., Saco. Everyone is welcome. FMI, call 283- 3771.
Good Shepherd’s Cove Church Christian Education, 9:30 a.m.; worship




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