Reminders from Town Hall - August 12, 2022
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Did you know that Americans purchase about 50 billion single-use, plastic water bottles per year?
That's an average of 13 bottles per month for every person in the US!
By using a reusable water bottle, you can save an average of 156 plastic bottles annually.
The North Yarmouth Recycling Committee is sponsoring a Plastic-Free Challenge this October,
where community members are encouraged to minimize their use of plastic as much as possible
throughout the month.
Stay tuned for more Simple Sustainability Swaps in the weeks ahead!
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 |  Spot the contamination!
  Plastic film/ Grill bag Fake flowers Beach Chair Plastic StrawNone of these items are recyclable and don’t belong in the curbside bin OR silver bullet container.
Check out the RECYCLOPEDIA App in the App Store for answers to your recycling questions!
#RecycleRight #recycle #contamination |
Property Tax Stabilization Program for Seniors
Property Tax Stabilization for Senior Citizens, also known as the Property Tax Stabilization Program (the “Program”), is a State program that allows certain senior-citizen residents to stabilize, or freeze, the property taxes on their homestead. As long as you qualify and file a timely application each year, the tax billed to you for your homestead will be frozen at the amount you were billed in the prior tax year. Eligible residents who move may transfer the fixed tax amount to a new homestead, even if that new homestead is in a different Maine municipality. Application deadline is December 1, 2022.
- Application for Property Tax Stabilization Program 7-27-2022
- A Guide for Applicants-Property Tax Stabilization Program 7-27-2022
Outdoor Movie Night!
ENCANTO - PLAYING Wednesday, August 24th.
Cheese The Day, Crêpe Elizabeth, and Bella Vespa start serving at 6pm, movie starts at 8pm.
This event sponsored by Averill Insurance.
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All Board and Committee meetings are held at:
Wescustogo Hall & North Yarmouth Community Center 120 Memorial Highway |
 | November 8th General Election
The online portal is now open for the November 8th General Election.
Please note the ballots won't be available until 30 days before Election Day.
All requested ballots will be mailed as soon as possible, the week of October 11th. |
MSAD #51 is Hiring Ed Techs and Offering a $1000 Signing Bonus!
Would you like to work a school year and school day schedule that aligns with your children's schedule? We offer a $1000 signing bonus, credit for comparable experience on the payscale, the highest hourly rate in the region, good benefits, and a great schedule. We are now offering flexible schedules for those interested in working part-time if that best meets your needs.
If you enjoy working with children, please consider working for MSAD #51. Check out our Ed Tech openings, along with our other open positions and apply at: https://msad51.tedk12.com/hire.
The 13th Annual Greely Alumni Golf Tournament is happening Aug 26th at 9am!
$100 per person. Lunch provided at the turn.
Sponsorships are available. For Sponsorship information and questions, please contact Travis Seaver at greelyboysbasketball@gmail.com
This is a great event that benefits Greely Boys Basketball and Greely Golf Programs. You don’t have to be alumni to play!
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 | HART Yard Sale
HART (Homeless Animal Rescue Team) of Maine, adoption center and shelter for cats in Cumberland, is pleased to announce their annual Yard Sale event is Thursday, August 11 through Sunday, August 14, 2022, at the Cumberland Fairgrounds. Admission is free. All proceeds from items sold at this flagship fundraising event will go directly to providing essential care for the hundreds of cats they take in each year.
Items available for sale will include furniture, home decor, kitchen gadgets, small appliances, clothing, toys, tools, garden equipment, holiday decorations, collectibles, books, and more!
The event runs 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thursday, August 11 – Saturday, August 13, 2022 and 8 a.m. – Noon Sunday, August 14, 2022. The Yard Sale is located in the Exhibition Hall at the Cumberland Fairgrounds, 175 Blanchard Road, Cumberland, ME. |
 | RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
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 | Indoor Yard Sale - Shop in air-conditioned comfort.
Saturday, August 20th 9:00am to 1:00pm
Furniture, household items, books, tools, and more!
If you have any questions, please contact Gary Davis at 831-1254.
North Yarmouth Congregational Church, 3 Gray Road, North Yarmouth |
 | TIME CAPSULE!
North Yarmouth Historical will be putting together a Time Capsule for Old Town House as we work on the building's restoration.
Have a Time Capsule idea? Want to help? Let us know! nyhs1680@gmail.com
North Yarmouth Historical Society |10 Village Square Rd.| North Yarmouth, ME 04097
207.846-4379 (president) |
 | Current Fall Programs with Openings Click on program name to sign up
Grades Pre-K-K Soccer is filling up quickly!
Kindergarten Soccer Saturdays are full of fun!
We will work on developing soccer skills including dribbling, passing, shooting, foot/eye coordination and the very early stages of “field position.”
Program emphasis will be on fun, exercise and coach/child interaction. Child must be entering K in the fall .
“Kiddie Kickers” Pre School Soccer Program
(Participants must be age 4 by Aug 1st)
Kiddie Kickers introduction to soccer created by “Seacoast United” is a program designed to introduce children to the game of soccer, the fun way!
Children will learn rules, key words and how to play the game, as well as participate in skill developing games throughout the session.
Parents get to share in some great 1 on 1 time with their child and the session ends with a real game!
Parents are encouraged to participate in this program
Grades 1-3 & 4-5
Emphasis will be on introducing the sport of field hockey and working on skill development; passing, dribbling, and shooting.
Team play and game concepts are introduced Participants are required to have a mouth guard, and shin pads.
Hockey sticks are provided. The Greely Field Hockey coaching staff along with current members of the team will coordinate the program.
Players of all genders encouraged to join. |
 | Prince Memorial Library
Outdoor movies are here!
At 7:45 p.m. (Movie begins at 8 p.m.) On the library back lawn - No registration required
Bring a chair or a blanket to sit on. We'll have free popcorn to share. All showings are weather permitting. Keep an eye on our Youth Services Facebook page and on our website.
Click each movie link (above) to add it to your digital calendar. |
 | 988
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) launched the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a new three-digit dialing code available nationwide as an easy-to-remember connection to help for anyone experiencing a suicidal or mental health crisis.
The 988 Lifeline responds 24/7 to calls, chats or texts from anyone who needs support for suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, and connects those in need with trained crisis counselors.
Individuals can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
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Volunteers Needed!
Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) of Greater Portland is recruiting volunteers! TIP volunteers are a group of specially trained volunteers who provide emotional first aid and practical support to survivors of traumatic events and their families in the first few hours following a tragedy. Trained, skilled TIP responders are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The Fall 2022 Training Academy is scheduled - To learn more, click here.
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