Events

October 7 – Thomas Schmeelk on Winter Moths

7-8pm. Totman Public Library.

Are you wondering about those tiny green caterpillars decimating your fruit and berry bushes and trees in spring? Winter moth is a relatively new forest pest to Maine and has been experiencing a population boom in many Midcoast towns. Schmeelk, an entomologist at the Maine Forest Service, will discuss the life history, current situation, and management efforts for this nonnative species in Maine. Part of the library’s Summer Speaker Series.

October 10 – Popham Potluck Dinner. All Welcome!

Gather at 5:30, eat at 6. Popham Chapel House. Your contribution does not need to be home cooked – just bring something, come and enjoy food and conversation!

October 15 – Community Calendar Fundraiser

Place your order for the 2027 Community Birthday Calendar featuring local advertisements bordering a Phippsburg photo. List your birthdays, anniversaries, and memorials – the first 6 listings per calendar ordered are free (order one calendar, get six free listings, order two, get twelve free, etc) There is a small fee for each additional listing. Calendars are $8 each. Ad blocks are available starting at $50 each. Use the form at the back of the summer newsletter and mail your order and payment to Phippsburg Recreation Commission, 1042 Main Road, Phippsburg, ME 04562 by Oct. 15 or reach out to Tina Gilliam Talbot on Facebook to order. Calendars will be ready in time for the holidays. All checks should be made payable to “Phippsburg Recreation.” For more Information, contact Tina Talbot at 522-6884. Calendar orders must be prepaid before they are submitted to the printer.

October 31  – Trick or Trunk

5:30-7pm in the Town Hall parking lot. Vehicles will be decorated in their Halloween spookiest! Participating vehicles must be in place by 5pm and provide their own candy or treats. Wear your Halloween costumes while collecting goodies and admiring the decorations. Please also bring non-perishable food pantry items to drop off at the Rec Commission’s table. Rain or shine. For safety reasons, be sure to reserve your vehicle’s space by contacting (call or text) Amy Burden by October 26th at 751-6742 or Cathy Thomas at 522-3105

November 2026

November 4 – Peter Slovinsky on Popham Beach Erosion

7-8pm. Totman Public Library. The marine geologist at the Maine Geological Survey will discuss coastal erosion at Popham Beach—what’s happening, why, and what we can expect going forward. Part of the library’s Summer Speakers Series.

November 7 — Craft Supply Swap

10am-12pm. Totman Public Library. Do you have craft supplies that you no longer want: yarn, fabric, felt, beads, scrapbooking materials, etc? Would you like to “shop” for new-to-you craft supplies? Supplies can be dropped off during regular library hours from November 4 through November 6.

November 14 – Popham Potluck Dinner. All Welcome!

Gather at 5:30, eat at 6:00. Popham Chapel house. Your contribution does not need to be home cooked – just bring something, come and enjoy food and conversation!

November 18 – Holiday Paint Night

5:30-7 pm. Sportsmen’s Association. A fun night to create a gift for yourself or a loved one. Follow along with a video and instructor as you each create the same acrylic canvas painting that you take home. All materials provided and no talent necessary! Snacks and mocktails available. $15 to be paid at the door. Contact Joyce Anderson FMI

November 26 – Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner

11am-2pm. Sportsmen’s Association. 4th annual event, turkey with all the trimmings, plus desserts and drinks. Dine-in, take-out or delivery.