Sanford Arts Commission Calls for Artists’ Input on Proposed Artist Co-Op

Photo: Unsplash By Jordan Wilson, Communications Coordinator, City of Sanford  The Sanford Arts Commission is envisioning the establishment of an Artist Co-Op in the Springvale-Sanford area and is inviting local artists to share their needs, interests, and ideas for this creative community. The Commission actively seeks feedback from local artists to shape the project. The overarching concept involves acquiring a building that could house a large, open co-working space alongside smaller to larger personal studio spaces, catering to a diverse…
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Lesley Unger, Springvale Library director, shows off the Weber grill that will go to the winner of the library’s raffle, part of its 4th Annual Online Auction held April 22 - 28. Sam Clendaniel, the circulation librarian, looks on from behind the desk. Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Help keep the lights on at Springvale Library: The 4th Annual Online Auction at the Springvale Library is being held April 22 to 28. Over 180 items worth more than $18,000 are available…
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School Notes

Photo: Peter Manidis via Creative Commons Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Working where the wild things are: Sanford Middle School Jobs for Maine’s Graduates (JMG) students visited the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick recently to explore careers in wildlife biology and rehabilitation. The Center for Wildlife has operated for over 30 years and has aided over 50,000 animals. During their visit, a wildlife biologist shared insights into her career and guided students through creating enriching activities and nutritious meals for…
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Out In The Woods

Steve Mallon walks on the boardwalk that he and other members of the Mousam Way Land Trust built to access the Atlantic White Cedar Swamp at Great Works Reserve Rare Cedar Swamp Offers Shady Coolness Photo: Kevin McKeon By Kevin McKeon, Director, Mousam Way Land Trust As you walk the footpath at Mousam Way Land Trust’s Great Works Reserve next to Sand Pond, you’ll walk past a thick, young, white pine stand. After that, you’ll find yourself in the midst…
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Schumacher to Leave Planning Agency after 28 Years

Photo: Southern Maine Regional Planning and Development Commission From a press release The Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission plans to advertise nationwide to find a replacement for long-time leader, Paul Schumacher, who plans to step down this summer. Schumacher grew the agency substantially during his 28-year tenure, including the EPA Brownfields program that has funded much of the cleanup of Sanford’s former textile mill buildings and the CGA site. Schumacher says the nonprofit is thriving and he feels confident…
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