Category: Events

Happy Labor Day!

a labor day sign with scrabble letters
Photo by Markus Winkler on Pexels.com. Text reprinted from an eNewsletter by Senator Stacey Guerin, Maine District 4.

Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the achievements of America’s workers. The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity and well-being.

Before it became a federal holiday, Labor Day was recognized initially by individual states. New York was the first state to introduce a bill recognizing Labor Day, but Oregon was the first to actually pass a law in 1887. During 1887, four more states – Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York – passed laws creating the holiday.

By the end of the decade Connecticut, Nebraska and Pennsylvania had followed suit. By 1894, 23 more states had adopted the holiday and Congress passed an act on June 28, 1894, making the first Monday in September of each year the legal holiday. For many, the three-day holiday weekend marks the unofficial end of summer as public schools and colleges return to class.

Consumer Protection at Enterprise Grange

September 17, 2026, 6:00 pm

Meet Maine’s Attorney General, Aaron Frey, and learn about scams, frauds, and consumer protection. This one-hour program will begin at 6:00 pm on September 17 and last about an hour, ending with a question-and-answer session. Hosted by our House Representatives for Districts 52 and 98, which cover Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Durham, Lisbon, Perkins Island Township, Pownal, and Richmond.

The Grange is non-partisan but works to keep people informed about what is happening around us.

FMI: Marilyn Stinson Enterprise Grange #48 is located at 15 Alexander Reed Road, Richmond, Maine.

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

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AI photo for illustrative purposes only.

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.

Winthrop Grange Baked Bean Supper

On September 12, Winthrop Grange will host a Baked Bean Supper from 4 pm until 6 pm. Cost is $12 per adult.

Winthrop Grange is located at 549 Old Lewiston Road in Winthrop, Maine.

For more information, contact Kathy Ward at 207 500-9864.

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.

Willow Grange president Sharon Morton presents Jefferson’s Spirit of America Award to Lindsey Jones. (Paula Roberts photo)

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.

Lindsey Jones (center in back) poses with area Girl Scouts after receiving Jefferson’s Spirit of America Award at Willow Grange on July 23. (Paula Roberts photo)

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

Androscoggin Grange is located at 99 Main Street, Greene, Maine

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.

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.