Writing on behalf of the Hampden Historical Society, Barbara Jewell extends an invitation to everyone to attend its Heritage Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Kinsley House, 83 Main Road South in Hampden.

Hosted at the historical society headquarters, rain or shine, this biannual event includes demonstrations of arts and crafts “of a bygone era, by crafters and exhibitors from all over Maine,” Jewell wrote.

During Heritage Day, you will enjoy watching cider pressing, blacksmithing, candle dipping, butter churning, and spinning, among other old-time activities.

On the grounds, you will find “a Cookie Lady for the children,” Jewell wrote, “and other refreshments will be on sale.”

In the Kinsley House barn, you will find a display of antique tools, and you can take a tour of the Kinsley House or the law office of Hannibal Hamlin, who was Abraham Lincoln’s first vice president.

“Admission to the events is free, as our contribution to the town,” Jewell explained.

“We hope to see you there.”

Through Friday, Sept. 8, members of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity are camping out on the mall at the University of Maine in Orono to collect donations for its national philanthropy, the HIV education organization Youth AIDS, which promotes abstinence, delayed sexual debut and protected sex among young people ages 15-24.

Last year, Derek Mitchell reported, Sig Ep collected more than $1,600. The hope is to exceed that this year, by collecting $1 contributions from members of the UMaine community.

“Close Witness: Mount Katahdin,” is the title of an exhibit of nearly 40 North Light Gallery artists showing their works of nearly a year depicting Mount Katahdin.

The exhibit opens with a reception from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at North Light Gallery, 256 Penobscot Ave., Millinocket.

Gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with a 3 p.m. closing Saturday, Sept. 30.

For more information, call North Light Gallery, 723-4414, (800) 970-4278, e-mail northlight@Maine.com or visit www.artnorthlight.com.

On behalf of the First Congregational Church of Brewer Membership and Christian Education committees, Jane Pierce invites you to an Ice Cream Social 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at the church, 35 Church St., Brewer.

A donation of $2 is requested to help cover the cost of refreshments, and the event is open to everyone, especially those who would like to visit with members of its Sunday school staff and see the newly renovated meeting area.

Pierce reminds you there is no obligation if you attend, but that this event offers newcomers as well as residents with young families an opportunity to get acquainted with neighbors and, perhaps, make new friends.

The Rev. Steve Smith, pastor of the United Methodist churches of Milbridge and Wyman, has announced the United Methodist Church of Wyman will be celebrating its 100th anniversary with a special service beginning at 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, at the church on Wyman Road in Wyman.

The service will include special music, a slide presentation featuring the history of the church, guest speakers, and much more, he wrote.

“This service will be of special interest to those interested in the history of Wyman and Milbridge,” he continued in inviting you to attend.

“All are welcome.”

Tickets are available for the Blues for the Cure concert featuring David Mello, The England Brothers, River Bottom Funk, and Sista Sadie, from 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, Sept. 15, at Jeff’s Catering in Brewer.

Admission is a $10 donation. Proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Maine Affiliate.

Tickets can be obtained during regular business hours at Fast Forms Printing, 575 Main St., Bangor.

Tickets can also be purchased from 4 to 8 p.m. today and Friday, Sept. 8; from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9; 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14; and 4-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15, at the Race for the Cure location in the Bangor Mall, or by calling 731-5043.

More information is available at www.komenmaine.com.

Komen Race for the Cure volunteer Susan Patten reports that Blues for the Cure has become increasingly popular each year, and now serves as an annual kickoff for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Race for the Cure.

The 5K, Run-Walk, 1K Fun Run-Walk begins with registration at 8 a.m. and a Survivor Ceremony at 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, along the Bangor Waterfront.

Joni Averill, Bangor Daily News, P.O. Box 1329, Bangor 04402; 990-8288.