Check out this story by WABI TV5. Another historic curtain has been restored and preserved, this one hangs at the Victor Grange Hall in Fairview, Maine. (Click the text link, not the photo!)
Victor Grange’s Curtain Restored
Category: Exciting Granges
Submitting Events Works!
Thanks to Kathy Ward (Winthrop Grange) and Tracey Alsop (East Madison Grange) for using the new Grange event submission form! This form was designed to make everyone’s life a lot simpler and capture all the information! We use that information to create a simple advertisement for your event.
This ad (post) reaches a wide audience through search criteria and regular site visitors. Site visitors can also easily share the post on social media and by email using the buttons at the bottom of the post.
The MSG Event Calendar includes a short summary of the event that links to the post.
The Maine State Grange Communications Department (of one) focuses on the Granges in Maine, proving that the Grange is alive and thriving in Maine! Submit your news and events today!
East Madison Grange Food Project
East Madison Grange #228 Food Project giveaway day will be Friday, August 28, 2026, from 10 am-11:30 am at the East Madison Grange. One box per family. Come early, as supplies are limited.
All are welcome!
East Madison Grange is located at 15 Grange Road.
Additional information is available at the East Madison Food Project Page.
Manchester Grange Public Supper
Willow Grange Presents Spirit of America Award
This article was written by Paula Roberts for The Lincoln County News and is used with permission.
The Town of Jefferson’s Spirit of America was presented to Lindsey Jones at Willow Grange on Thursday, July 23. Grange president Sharon Morton presented the award.
Jones has been a Girl Scout leader for five years. She started Troop 1336 in Jefferson in 2021. She is also a member of the Midcoast Service Unit, through which she has taken leadership in organizing Girl Scout camping events at Wavus and Kieve. Ther Service Unit also organizes events such as the annual cookie rallies.
She has been on the Jefferson PTA for 15 years, serving as president for the past five years. Previously she served as secretary for five years. She plays a big hand in organizing Jefferson Village School’s annual Jubilee, a fundraiser for student programs.
She has been active in Jefferson Sports Association, where she coached both soccer and basketball when her children were younger.
She is an 18-year member of Whitefield Lions Club and is active in working at their food booth at Windsor Fair.
Several Girl Scouts were in attendance and recited the Girl Scout Promise and Law which echo many of the characteristics of a volunteer.
Two members of Willow Grange were recognized for their years of service to the Grange, Sandee Gordon – 65 years and Bob Clark – 75 years. Neither were able to be present.
Greene Village Day at Androscoggin Grange
Manchester Grange Calls for Craft Fair Vendors!
Submitted by Manchester Maine Grange
Manchester Grange is now accepting vendor applications for the fall craft fair!
Saturday, October 24, 2026
8 am to 2 pm
Vendor tables available (8’ x 2.5’)
First floor: $25 each or 2 for $45
Second floor: $20 each or 2 for $35
Dealer set-up:
Friday, October 23rd 4-6 pm
Saturday, October 24th 7-8 am
Reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve a table, contact email Paige Tobie or call (617) 800-4564. Include name, brief description of goods, requested floor, and number of tables. Reservations are secured when contract and payment have been received. Contract available electronically at https://tinyurl.com/grangecraftfair2026. Payment accepted by checks payable to Manchester Grange #172, cash, or Venmo.
Maine Membership Anniversaries
Information gleaned from the July 2026 Issue of Good Day!™ Magazine
75 Year Anniversary
- Virginia Boudreau, Benton #458
50 Year Anniversary
- Jeffrey Grant, Mt. Etna #147
- Sandra Lawrence, Benton #485
- Bonnilee MacDonald, Valley #144
Granges Welcoming New Members
Twenty-five Maine Granges welcomed new members in July! Special recognition to Vassalboro Grange #322 for added fifteen new patrons!
- Alexander #308, 1
- Ammadamast #374, 2
- Branch Mills #336, 1
- Deering #53, 1
- Dirigo #98, 1
- Enterprise #48, 4
- Evening Star #183, 2
- Fairview #342, 5
- Farmington #12, 1
- Hudson #457, 3
- John F. Hill #393, 2
- Jonesboro #357, 4
- Kennebec Valley #128, 5
- Lakeside #63, 6
- Manchester #172, 1
- Maple Grove #148, 2
- Parkman #305, 2
- Pioneer #219, 1
- Saco #53, 2
- South Sangerville #355, 4
- Topsham 337, 3
- Trenton #550, 5
- Vassalboro #322, 15
- Victor #49, 2
- Waterford #479, 1
Correction!
In what could be considered a comedy of errors, yesterday’s post regarding Saco Grange’s One Day Clothing Giveaway was released the incorrect date! The correct date is August 30, 2026.
The original post and event calendar have been fixed! We’re sorry for any confusion.
Clothing Giveaway at Saco Grange