Mountain View Redemption Is Accepting Donations of redeemable bottles and cans to support humanitarian needs in Ukraine. The proceeds will go to Red Cross, and other organizations to help the Ukrainian people, who have lost everything. Containers can be dropped off anytime, on any day, under the business sign, Mountain View Redemption Route 1, Orland. FMI: 469-2014.

Happy Wanderers Hike: This is a 2.6 mile out and back trail with moderate terrain. Thursday, June 2nd, 10:00 am, at the Ducktrap Preserve in Lincolnville. To register: www.journeytohealth.coursestorm.com. For directions: www.coastalmountains.org.

Directions: From Lincolnville Center, drive north on Route 52 for 3.5 miles. You will descend into a valley before a steep hill. The trailhead is located on the left after about 100 yards after Route 52 crosses the Ducktrap River. Park along the road.

Outdoor Preschooler Story Time with Miss Amy. Children’s librarian Miss Amy hosts outdoor story times especially themed for preschoolers. Presented by the Camden Public Library, Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:00, in the Camden Amphitheatre, weather permitting. For information email Miss Amy: [email protected].

Tai Chi in the Amphitheatre. Join instructor Anna Dembska for tai chi classes by donation for all levels. Tuesdays and Thursdays in May, 12:00 noon – 1:00, behind the Camden Public Library, 55 Main St. FMI and to sign-up, email Anna at [email protected]. Registration allows for notice of cancelation.

Blue Hill Chess Enthusiasts: A friendly chess games at the Blue Hill Public Library for players of all levels. Every Thursday, 5:00 – 8:00, 5 Parker Point Rd. FMI: www.bhpl.net or 374-5515.

Reading by Playwright Laura Emack. Emack reads from her new play Hind Sight. Thursday, June 2, 6:00 – 8:00, Blue Hill Public Library, 5 Parker Point Rd. FMI: bhpl.net.

Rupert Wates Performing at the Live OUTSIDE the Library Concert Series. Acoustic melodic folk from highly accomplished singer-songwriter. Thursday, June 2, 7:00, in the Searsmont Community Hall, 37 Main Street South, Searsmont. FMI: searsmont.com/searsmonttownlibrary.

Volunteers Needed for 2022 Alewife Count. The Maine Department of Marine Resources uses the annual alewife count to set policy in future years. Volunteers work outside at the Toddy Pond Fish Ladder in Orland, through late June / early July, times vary. For more info contact Jake at (207) 944-0032 or [email protected].

Indoor Preschooler Story Time with Miss Amy. Children’s librarian Miss Amy hosts indoor story times especially themed for preschoolers. Fridays, 10:00 – 11:00, in the Camden Public Library’s Picker Room. For information email Miss Amy: [email protected].

The Everybody Eats! Free Community Meal Program. Everyone welcome! Ongoing on Mondays, 2:30 – 4:00, hot entree take out. Now through June 24, a pilot program offering a brown bag lunch with a sandwich, fruit, and a snack, on Fridays  pick up 12:00 noon – 2:00.   St. Dunstan’s Church, 134 State St, Ellsworth. To reserve multiple takeout orders or to volunteer, contact Tracy Shaffer at 973-287-9926.