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The Big Top comes to Madawaska

With a massive striped big top tent, the Zerbini Family Circus rolled into Madawaska on Friday afternoon for a weekend of performances.

Things to do – Week of August 4, 2021

Wednesday, Aug. 4 PICKLEBALL - Portage Lake, 6 p.m. at the courts behind the town hall. Weather permitting. all levels/skills welcome. No signup; just show up.

Summer dogs to walk in support of Can-Am

There may be no snow in sight, but plans are already underway for the 2022 Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races in Fort Kent this coming winter.

Things to do – Week of July 27, 2021

Wednesday, July 28 SAVVY CAREGIVER - Free Zoom class offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 6-8 p.m. Introduces family members to the caregiving role. Call 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789 to pre-register and receive a link.

Things to do – Week of July 21, 2021

Wednesday, July 21 SAVVY CAREGIVER - Free Zoom class offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 6-8 p.m. Introduces family members to the caregiving role. Call 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789 to pre-register and receive a link.

Ploye Festival will rejoin Muskie Derby tournament in Fort Kent

Two time-honored northern Maine traditions, catching giant fish and cooking up giant ployes, will be reunited when the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce Ploye Festival returns in conjunction with the Fort Kent International Muskie Derby in August.

Things to do – Week of July 14, 2021

Wednesday, July 14 FALLS PREVENTION INFORMATION SESSION - Online, 10-11 a.m. offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging and AgingME. Free class; preregistration required. Call 764-3396 or 800-439-1789.

Grand Isle Canoe racers tear up St. John Valley River after postponement

Paddles in hand, boaters plunged into the St. John River for the seventh annual Greater Grand Isle Flatwater Canoe and Kayak race. The race was postponed earlier this year because of inclement weather.

Pondfest celebration raises more than $6,000 toward veterans’ monument

The return of the Pondfest celebration proved successful both in terms of fundraising and bringing people together at the Wallagrass Community Center on July 3.

Eagle Lake hires summer recreation director, OKs plans for rec programs to return

Eagle Lake Board of Selectmen at a Friday, July 2, meeting hired a new summer recreation director and approved plans for the rec program to offer a variety of outdoor activities for children.

Things to do – Week of July 7, 2021

Wednesday, July 7 SAVVY CAREGIVER - Free Zoom class offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 6-8 p.m. Introduces family members to the caregiving role. Call 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789 to pre-register and receive a link.

Maine National Guard band plays to international audience

Americans and Canadians alike enjoyed a concert by the 195th Maine Army National Guard Band at the Van Buren boat landing Friday afternoon.

Community comes together for Smart-Soucie American Legion Post 176 barbecue fundraiser

Community bonding, live music and grilled chicken brought about good times for those who attended a barbecue fundraiser at Smart-Soucie American Legion Post 176 in Eagle Lake on Sunday.

Things to do – Week of June 30, 2021

Wednesday, June 30 SAVVY CAREGIVER - Free Zoom class offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 6-8 p.m. Introduces family members to the caregiving role. Call 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789 to pre-register and receive a link.

Chamber of commerce celebrates resilience at annual dinner

The St. John Valley Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual dinner on June 25, packing an event room at the Lakeview Restaurant in St. Agatha for a celebration of the year’s accomplishments.

Things to do – Week of June 23, 2021

Wednesday, June 23 SAVVY CAREGIVER - Free six-session Zoom class offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 6-8 p.m. For family caregivers. Call 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789 to pre-register and receive a link.

Barstool sports podcaster gets cold welcome in Madawaska following online controversy

When Barstool Sports podcaster Kirk Minihane and his followers stormed into Madawaska on a war footing last weekend, they found the other side hadn’t shown up for battle.

Long-running Pondfest celebration will return in July

The popular Pondfest celebration will return to Wallagrass in July after a hiatus last summer due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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