AUGUSTA – The Maine Arts Commission is planning two workshops to assist communities and community leaders interested in applying for funds under the Maine Arts Commission Discovery Research and Local Cultural Initiative programs.

The workshops will be held as part of a larger series of workshops focusing on individual artists’ programs. The workshops will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3, at the Penobscot Theatre in Bangor and 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at the Chocolate Church in Bath. For more information, potential applicants may call or e-mail Keith Ludden at 287-2713 (tty: 287-2360) or keith.ludden@state.me.us.