Thrive Penobscot

05/01/2026

Many hands make light work, let’s come together to keep our community clean and beautiful.

04/30/2026

We still have space available in this class! Call with questions or to sign up. Contact info is on the flyer.

There's still time to sign up!

04/28/2026

Help us get the library's outdoor spaces ready for warmer weather - join us Wednesday afternoon for spring cleanup at the library. Stop by to help out anytime from 1-5!

04/27/2026

04/23/2026

New class starting May 13. Interested? Have questions? Contact Jane or Sandy … info on the flyer below.

04/21/2026

Show up solo, with a group, or join the Friends of Baxter State Park group on Saturday April 25 from 9am-12pm for an organized roadside clean-up from Millinocket to the Togue Pond Gatehouse. If you're interested in joining the Friends' group please reach out here, or feel free to send me an email expressing interest at [email protected].

Link to fill out Baxter State Park 2026 volunteer form in first comment - this is mandatory for anyone wishing to volunteer for the Park and must be completed annually.

04/20/2026

Celebrate National Poetry Month at the Boreal Theater on April 24, 2026, from 5:30–6:30 PM with a community poetry reading and potluck. All ages welcome; free event.

04/07/2026

🌱Garden Program - Starting Seeds Indoors
Two great programs offered at the same time!
Wednesday, April 8 | 2:30–3:30 PM
Millinocket Memorial Library

Join us for a hands-on workshop on starting seeds indoors with Kate Garland, Horticulturist from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension . Learn best practices for timing, lighting, soil selection, and seed care, then plant your own seeds to take home and grow.

At the same time, UMaine Cooperative Extension 4-H Community Education Assistant Emily Bishop will lead children in seed-themed activities, including a story and a hands-on planting activity to take home.

All materials provided.

Free and open to the public. For more information, contact the library at 207-723-7020.

See our event page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/18AaVTpqmw/

03/26/2026

There’s still time to apply for Heating Assistance and get ahead for the next season. If you haven’t applied since August 1, 2025, you can apply through May 29, 2026.
Applying now puts your benefit in place so it’s ready when the next heating season begins. It’s one less thing to take care of later.
What this looks like:
• Many households receive a benefit of around $570, depending on eligibility
• The benefit can be placed directly on your fuel account for the next season
• You can apply even if heat is included in your rent
• If you qualify, you may also be eligible for help with electric costs through the Low Income Assistance Program
• Benefits remain available through April 30, 2027

Ways to apply:
Call 973-3500 to set up a phone or in-person appointment
Apply online at mainehousing.org
Learn more about HEAP, including eligibility: https://www.penquis.org/services/heating-utilities/heating-assistance-liheap/ If you found this helpful, like and share it with your friends, family, or your loved ones..