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Friday, December 12, 2025 Volume 21 • Issue No. 50
“Night of Hope” at Norton Lights WELLS The annual “Night of Hope” at Norton Lights will take place Sunday, Dec. 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. The event honors the memory of Frankie Hope Norton, who passed away in February of 2020. On this special evening, every young visitor – and those young at heart – will receive a holiday gift courtesy of the Hope family, as Santa makes an early stop at Norton Lights. Visitors can simply pull up, enjoy the magic of the light display, and
friendly elves will deliver a gift directly to their vehicles. Donations are always welcome and will benefit MakeA-Wish Maine. The Norton family encourages all to join in for a night of smiles, joy and the spirit of giving, as they continue to spread cheer – and hope – one light at a time. Norton Lights is located at 213 Canterbury Road in Wells. For more information, visit www. nortonlights.org or find them on Facebook.
Ogunquit Rotary Sponsors Trent’s Tree in Perkins Cove OGUNQUIT The Ogunquit Rotary Club is sponsoring a Trent’s Tree in Perkins Cove as part of a community effort to honor loved ones lost to suicide and support those facing mental health challenges. Trent’s Trees are hosted statewide by Stay; For Life, a Maine-based nonprofit working to reduce the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and promote suicide prevention. The organization offers several Trent’s Tree locations throughout Maine during the 2025 holiday season. The public is invited to place an ornament of their choosing on the tree. Ornaments are also available for those who do not have one, allowing all to
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YORK Holiday cheer is all around, and nowhere is it more evident than at the Center for Active Living in York. The center’s dedicated acting club has reimagined favorite Peanuts characters, this time with senior issues: Did Lucy develop arthritis? What kinds of presents do grandchildren give their grandparents – orthotic compression socks or a membership to PBS? Perhaps both? All these questions and more come to life in a play that connects the public to their inner child. They may or may not be answered during the CAL Acting Club’s performance of “A Charlie
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Welch Musical Christmas Light Show The Welch Musical Christmas Light Show runs nightly from 4 to 9 p.m. (photo below). Visitors can tune to 87.9 FM to listen to Christmas music while viewing the display. The show is located at 47 Tall Timbers Drive in Berwick. For more information, visit www. facebook.com/welch.musical. christmas.light.show.
nizers hope the trees remind the public that they are not alone. For more information, visit www.stayforlife.org/trents-tree.
Lights and Food Drive runs 5 to 9 p.m. on weeknights and until 10 p.m. on weekends through New Year’s Day (photo above). Visitors can tune into 87.9 FM for music synchronized with the lights. Vehicles enter through the illuminated driveway arches and exit the same way. During busy times, volunteers will direct traffic, allowing three cars at a time. Food donations are not required to enjoy the show but are greatly appreciated. Cash and Venmo donations are also accepted. All contributions benefit Berwick-area food banks. Expired food is not accepted. The show and food drive are located at 3 Talon’s Lane in Berwick. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/talonslights.
In addition, the Rotary tree will be lit on Friday, Dec. 12 at 5 p.m. as part of Ogunquit’s Christmas by the Sea event. Enjoy holiday treats around the tree until 6:45 p.m. Photo by Rick Barber.
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Brown Senior Christmas,” taking place at the Center for Active Living, 36 Main St., York. Led by local theater teacher Lauren Cummings, The CAL Acting Club formed in the fall of 2025. “I love working with CAL and the theater club. It’s wonderful getting to know all the members and watching them apply their skills and talents. This group can act, sing, draw, paint, and dance, as well as design their own sets and costumes. All members have graciously brought their talents to this production. We have been working hard for several months and I know the performance will bring joy and laughs
to the audience,” said Cummings. Performances take place on Friday, Dec. 19 at 1 and 3 p.m. at the Center for Active Living. Admission is free but space is limited, and reservations are en-
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couraged. For more information and to reserve seats, drop by the Center, visit www.yorkparksandrec.org/center-for-active-living or call 207-363-1036.
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