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SUMMARY:Hancock County Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:Grocery stores and community centers across Hancock County are hosting week-long food collections April 4 – 11. Your donations of healthy non-perishable food items\, as well as toiletries and hygienic products are greatly appreciated! \nCheck out the Hancock County Food Drive website to learn where and how to make a cash or food donation: hcfooddrive.org/hcfd
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hancock-county-food-drive/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T160000
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SUMMARY:Maine Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Forum: Health Care
DESCRIPTION:Maine’s next governor will play a decisive role in shaping health care for families across the state. Join Maine AllCare and Maine Center for Economic Policy for a gubernatorial candidate forum as the Democratic candidates discuss the issues that matter most to Mainers. This event is free and open to the public! \n4:00 – 4:30 PM: Candidate meet-and-greet\n4:30 – 6:00 PM: Health Care forum\n*Note: Livestream starts at 4:30 PM \nStart: 4:00 – 4:30 PM: Candidate meet-and-greet\n4:30 – 6:00 PM: Health Care forum\nEnd: 6:00 PM EDT\nLocation: Jewett Hall\, UMaine Augusta • 46 University Dr.\, Augusta\, ME 04330 US\nEvent Type: Hybrid (In-Person & Virtual Option) \nRegister to attend in person or online\nIf you choose to attend online\,  a link will be emailed to you before the event. \nMaine’s Democratic gubernatorial primary candidates: \n\nShenna Bellows [confirmed]\nTroy Jackson [confirmed]\nAngus King III [invited]\nHannah Pingree [confirmed]\nNirav Shah [confirmed]\n\nMaine AllCare and Maine Center for Economic Policy are independent\, non-partisan organizations not affiliated with any candidate or political party.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/maine-democratic-gubernatorial-candidate-forum-health-care/
LOCATION:ME
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SUMMARY:Kitchen Table Conversations with Joe Baldacci for Congress: Ellsworth
DESCRIPTION:Joe Baldacci is coming to Ellsworth and bringing some of Momma Baldacci’s signature sauce while connecting with friends and neighbors. \nFrom Joe: “This campaign is about the kitchen table issues affecting your everyday life\, and I want to hear them. Let’s have a meal and talk about what matters most.” \nTickets are $5 each\, and proceeds will be donated to Friends in Action to help our community members in need. See you soon! \nSign up to attend.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/kitchen-table-conversations-with-joe-baldacci-for-congress-ellsworth/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Elks Lodge\, 317 High St\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T170000
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SUMMARY:Bar Harbor Town Hall with Hannah Pingree
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Hannah about why she’s running for Governor\, and ask questions about her vision for Maine. \nThursday\, April 16th\n4:00pm – 5:00pm\nTown Hill Community Hall\n1328 State Highway 102\, Bar Harbor\, ME \nPlease RSVP at hp4gov.com/BarHarborTH\nQuestions? Contact Ryan at ryan@hannahforgovernor.com
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/bar-harbor-town-hall-with-hannah-pingree/
LOCATION:Town Hill Community Hall\, 1328 State Highway 102\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, 04609
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T170000
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SUMMARY:Municipal Leaders Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from town committees representing nearly every Hancock County municipality continue to meet monthly to collaborate on our chief objective—getting Democrats elected. \nIn person or via Zoom. Unique link sent in meeting agenda.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/april-municipal-leaders-meeting/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000
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SUMMARY:HCDC April Meeting: Nirav Shah & Jordan Wood
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, April 16th\, the Hancock County Democratic Committee will hold its general monthly meeting\, featuring two special guests. \nThe meeting will begin with some brief business and will feature Gubernatorial Candidate Nirav Shah and Congressional Candidate Jordan Wood.  Nirav Shah\, an attorney\, economist\, and public health leader\, seeks to address significant challenges\, lead with vision\, and deliver results for our state. Jordan Wood\, a dedicated public servant\, is running for Congress to address America’s pressing crisis. His career has been dedicated to combating corruption. \nNirav Shah\, attending in person and Jordan Wood\, via Zoom\, will speak briefly before answering questions. \nRegister for Zoom.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration required for Zoom attendance by noon the day before the meeting. You will receive a unique link you will need to use to join the meeting.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hcdc-april-meeting-nirav-shah-jordan-wood/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T150000
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SUMMARY:Graham in Castine! Town Hall at Maine Maritime Academy
DESCRIPTION:Graham Platner will hold his first town hall in Castine on Sunday\, April 19th at Delano Auditorium from 3 – 4:30pm. This is your chance to hear about his platform and ask questions. \nRegister to attend.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/graham-in-castine-town-hall-at-maine-maritime-academy/
LOCATION:Maine Maritime Academy\, 1 Pleasant Street\, Castine\, ME\, 04421
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SUMMARY:Know Your Rights with ICE Community Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Receive information on: \n\nconstitutional rights of all proper warrants\nrights to privacy\nbest practices for immigrant safety\nnuances of interacting with law enforcement\nhow to safely be a bystander\nrecording and reporting\nways to get involved locally\n\nDonations appreciated. No one turned away for lack of funds\, ever.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/know-your-rights-with-ice-community-workshop/
LOCATION:Bar Harbor YWCA\, 36 Mt Desert St\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, 04609
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000
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SUMMARY:Indie Lens Pop - Screening #2: The Librarians at EPL
DESCRIPTION:Librarians across the U.S. examine how book review policies are shaping their communities. \nThe Librarians directed by Kim A. Snyder\nWhen Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books\, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S.\, librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context\, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life. \nAfter-screening Community Conversation:\nKate Cough\, editor of The Maine Monitor\, will lead a conversation following the screening. The list of participants will be published shortly. \nRegistration & Program Inf \nAbout this series:\nEPL is excited to be an official screening partner of Indie Lens Pop-up for the first time this year. This long-running community screening series celebrates its twentieth season\, which has brought together nearly half a million people for conversations inspired by thought-provoking documentaries. This season\, the screening series will feature both in-person and virtual events in more than 200 communities across nearly all 50 states! “What makes INDEPENDENT LENS truly special is the way Indie Lens Pop-Up brings these powerful documentaries right into local communities all across the country\,” said Beatriz Castillo\, senior director of engagement and impact operations at ITVS. \nMedia Partners:\nThank you to our media partners: Maine Public\, The Maine Monitor\, WERU Community Radio\, The Ellsworth American\, and Downeast Digest. \nThis event was made possible by the generous support of ITVS.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/indie-lens-pop-screening-2-the-librarians-at-epl/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Public Library\, 20 State Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T193000
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SUMMARY:Matt Dunlap Town Hall in Ellsworth
DESCRIPTION:Here’s a chance to talk about the issues that matter to you with Congressional Candidate Matt Dunlap. \nMatt will share his vision for Maine\, answer your questions\, and listen to your concerns. Bring your questions\, ideas\, and your voice! \nMay 6th at the Ellsworth Public Library\, 20 State St\, Ellsworth. Doors open at 6:00pm. Town Hall starts at 6:30pm.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/matt-dunlap-town-hall-in-ellsworth/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Public Library\, 20 State Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T190000
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SUMMARY:HCDC May Meeting: Graham Platner & Paige Loud
DESCRIPTION:The May meeting will be held both in person at the UU Church in Ellsworth and via Zoom. It will begin with some brief business and will will feature Senate Candidate Graham Platner and  Congressional Candidate Paige Loud. Both will speak briefly and then answer questions. \nRegister for Zoom. \nZoom link will be available at a later date. \n\n\nPre-registration required for Zoom attendance by noon the day before the meeting. You will receive a unique link you will need to use to join the meeting.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hcdc-may-meeting-graham-platner-paige-loud/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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