by maineseacoast | Oct 16, 2018 | Christmas, Downeast Campus, Maine Seacoast Mission, News
CHERRYFIELD, ME — Each year at Christmas time, the Mission distributes about 10,000 holiday gifts to more than 3,200 children, families, nursing home residents, and prisoners.
The tradition of Mission Christmas presents began more than 100 years ago when the Mission brought gifts to island residents and lighthouse keepers. Now, generous donors bring new items to the Mission throughout the year to be distributed on the islands and in Hancock and Washington counties over the holidays.
We also host the “Elves’ Workshop” in the Weald Bethel Community Center, where people can choose gifts they would like to give to their families.
To find out how you can help the Mission’s Christmas program this year, download the 2018 Christmas Program Wish List (PDF) and/or contact Marilyn Nickson.
by maineseacoast | Oct 15, 2018 | Downeast Campus, EdGE, Maine Seacoast Mission, News
Eighth-grader learning the ropes at EdGE Marion Kane Leadership Program
CHERRYFIELD, ME — The Narraguagus 8th Grade took part in the EdGE Marion Kane Leadership Program in October 2018 at the EdGE Building.
Over the four days, students focused on responsibility, self reliance, and interdependence. Activities consisted of Team Scrabble, the 10-Foot Wall, Elephant Legs, climbing the Vertical Playpen and cooking challenges.
Learn more
by maineseacoast | Oct 1, 2018 | Maine Seacoast Mission, News, Sunbeam
Wet coastal Maine weather challenges Sunbeam V dry dock repairs. (Photo by Capt. Michael Johnson)
STONINGTON HARBOR, ME — Update on the Sunbeam V in dry dock at Stonington Harbor, ME. Captain Michael Johnson says he’s crossing his fingers for better weather. Captain Johnson sent this recent shot showing the weather challenges. “Things had been going ahead of schedule since we have a fairly light workload this year, but we can’t take much more of this rain,” he said.
by maineseacoast | Oct 1, 2018 | Downeast Campus, Joan's Coffee House, Maine Seacoast Mission, News
CHERRYFIELD, ME — Our Downeast Campus Facilities Manager Scott Shaw sent this photo of the first Joan’s Coffee House at the new Weald Bethel Community Center. “They all love it,” said Scott Shaw.
Joan’s Coffee House is a tradition at the Cherryfield Campus. Each Friday morning, 9:30-11:30, it’s a place for anyone who wants to enjoy coffee, goodies, and a chance to visit neighbors. Learn more.
