DOVER-FOXCROFT The Thompson Free Library and the Maine Highlands Council for the Arts are proud to present four local authors for a Writers Forum on Tuesday, March 5 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
By Aislinn Sarnacki
Just before sunrise, I entered the dense forest of Baxter State Park. My headlamp illuminated the trees, but before long, I turned it off, allowing my eyes to adjust to the faint predawn light.
MONSON Five master canoe artisans were honored for their craft and skill and efforts to preserve traditions thousands of years old. Steve Cayard, birch bark canoe maker; Barry Dana, a member of the Penobscot nation and birch bark traditional artist; Rollin Thurlow and Jerry Stelmok, wood-canvas canoe makers; and Alexandra Conover Bennett, paddle maker and master Maine guide were each presented with Legislative Sentiments during Monson Arts and Cultural Resources’ “Canoe Land” at the Moore Building on July 15 as part of Monson Summerfest.
The college has used the facility for decades for class field trips and outdoor leadership programs. Plans include expanding the educational offerings.