Authors in Conversation. “Wicked” author Gregory Maguire in conversation with children’s writer Patricia McMahon. They will discuss children’s vs adult literature, the importance of fantasy and more. Sponsored by Word Literary Arts Festival, Tuesday, June 7, 7:00 – 9:00, Bagaduce Music Lending Library, South Street, Blue Hill. Registration required: www.wordfestival.org. FMI: 374-5632.

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.

Book Time for Babies with Miss Amy. Camden Public Library’s Children’s Librarian Miss Amy hosts outdoor story times in the Camden Amphitheatre especially themed for toddlers and babies on Wednesdays, 10:00 -11:00, weather permitting. For information email Miss Amy: [email protected].

Life Drawing Sessions. Adults and models of all abilities are welcome. Wednesdays, 10:00 – 12:00 noon, at The Gatherings, 1208 Surry Rd, Surry. FMI: 703-967-6987 or [email protected].

Art & Journaling. Meetings on Zoom, and project ideas through email. Join this creative group for a different project every week. Presented by the Camden Public Library. Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00, via Zoom. To be emailed project ideas and a link to the Zoom Meeting, email Amy at [email protected].

Community Mindfulness Meditation Group: An initiative which aims to blend foundational wellness practices with a light, supportive, and fun group experience. Hosted by the Camden Public Library, in the Picker Room, Second and fourth Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00. open to all, limited to 15 participants, registration is required. To reserve your spot, email: [email protected].

The Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) in Rockland holding an Open Call for submissions to its 2023 Biennial Exhibition. Submissions accepted through August 15, 2022. Open to artists with a strong connection to Maine, working in any medium. Collaborative groups are welcome to apply together. Applications accepted online only through CMCA’s Submittable form. FMI: [email protected].

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].

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].

The Art of Monson: A Bicentennial Celebration. On view Wednesday – Sunday, 10:00 – 5:00, at the Monson Arts Gallery, 8 Greenville Rd, Monson, through October 31st. FMI: monsonarts.org, [email protected] or 207-997-2070.