SHOP FALMOUTH EVENT

The Town of Falmouth is partnering with local businesses


to host a SHOP FALMOUTH EVENT.

The multi-day event festivities include a Community Programs Drop and Shop for children on Friday, shopping events throughout local businesses, ME Audubon’s Annual Eyes on Owls Weekend, a Sunday Volksmarch, Wreath’s Across America motorcade, a toy drive and much more!

http://www.town.falmouth.me.us/Pages/FalmouthME_Community/docs/ShopFalmouth.pdf

The "Bells of Christmas" a Holiday Concert

The Falmouth Historical Society invites you to


The "Bells of Christmas" a Holiday Concert

Towne Lyne Ringers, Directed by Brian E. Wilson

Tuesday, December 11th, 7pm

Community Room at Ocean View

No admission charge. Donations welcome.

Managing Falmouth’s Open Spaces

Managing Falmouth’s Open Spaces


PUBLIC MEETING

Saturday, Dec. 1st, 9-11:30 a.m.

Falmouth Memorial Library

Overview of Current Management Activities
Proposed Forest Management Plans for Community Park North

Pine Grove
Field trips to both sites (weather permitting)

afternoon trip to the historic Quaker Tavern

Falmouth Community Programs will be sponsoring an afternoon trip to the historic Quaker Tavern on Tuesday, December 11.  Quaker Tavern was built by the Hall family of Quakers around 1780 and contains wonderful period furniture and antique folk art.  Hostess Donna Little will share 200 years of history with us.  Cost is $13 for residents/$18 for non-residents.  Deadline to register is December 5;  please register through Falmouth Community Programs.

Collins' staff to hold office hours in Falmouth

Senator Collins' staff from her Portland office will hold office hours at the Town of Falmouth on Tuesday, December 4th. Her staff will help you with questions you may have about federal issues and the different federal agencies such as the Social Security Administration, the Department of Veterans Affairs and the IRS. No appointment is necessary. Appointments are kept confidential.

Falmouth Town Office
271 Falmouth Road
Falmouth,  ME 04105
10 am to 11 am Dec 4th
Council Chambers

SHOP FALMOUTH EVENT

FIRST SHOP FALMOUTH EVENT PLANNED




The Falmouth Ecoonomic Improvement Committee was created by the Town Council in 2011 to focus on economic development and support for local retail and professional service businesses, shops and not profits in Falmouth. The idea for an Annual Event to support these efforts in the town is a creation of the committee.



The 26th Annual Falmouth Community Tree Lighting will be held on December 5 from 5:30 to 6:30 at the Falmouth Village Park. There will be cookie decorating, singing and a visit from Santa. Honoring the holiday spirit, please bring a canned good to donate to the Falmouth Food Pantry.



On Friday, December 7, Falmouth Community Programs is offering a "Drop and Shop" for children from 5 to 9 p.m. Reservations are required FMI 781-5252 x 5302 Pizza and a good evening of fun and games are planned for children and adults can dine, shop and walk around Town. Town Councilors will collect unwrapped toys and books from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday evening in front of the Plummer-Motz office.



On Saturday, December 8, the Maine Audubon is sponsoring their extremely popular, annual "Eyes on Owls" program. Naturalist Marcia Wilson and photographer Mark Wilson will present the owls. There will be hooting lessons, an entertaining slide show and a close-up look at several different species. The morning is tailored to young children. This is one of the most popular events at the Audubon so you are encouraged to call them an make a reservation at 781-2330 ext. 273.



During the week end December 6, 7 and 8 the Theatre Company at Falmouth High will present, "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" Emaill theatre@falmouth schools.org for more information.



Family Ice will be open during the week-end. Sunday, December 9 has two interesting events. Volksmarch - the "People's Walk" will start at the Maine Audubon Society at Gilsand Farm in Falmouth. FMI 781-2330 Also on the day "Wreaths Across America" will be coming through Town on Rte One about 4:25 pm. on its way to Arlington Cemetery. The convoy is made up of 50 vehicles including tractor trailers, motorcycles, support vehicles and police vehicles. Please watch for updated information on this event.

Assessing the Effects of Wind Energy Development in the Gulf of Maine with A. J. Leppold and R. L. Holberton, Laboratory of Avian Biology, University of Maine; a lecture

SONGBIRD SUPERHIGHWAY




Assessing the Effects of Wind Energy Development in the Gulf of Maine with A. J. Leppold and R. L. Holberton, Laboratory of Avian Biology, University of Maine; a lecture on Tuesday, November 27 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Maine Audubon Society Gilsland Farm. Holberton and Leppold will give an overview of some of the current research underway as part of the large, collaborative Northeast Regional Migration Monitoring Network. Information they share regarding bird migration in the region will be presented in the context of existing and emerging challenges facing our migrants, with an emphasis on assessing potential impact ofon land-based and offshore wind energy development. FMI 781-2330

Use caution - this is hunting season

HUNTING GUIDELINES AVAILABLE ON TOWN WEB SITE




Use caution - this is hunting season. Please go to the Town of Falmouth website www.town.falmouth.me.us

for more information on Hunting Guidelines.

Happy Thanksgiving

Today is Thanksgiving and while you’ll probably be busy traveling, eating and napping, take a minute to give thanks for the things that mean the most to you.

Falmouth Maine town meetings

TOWN MEETINGS




Monday, November 26; Council Meeting at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, November 27; Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 29; CommunityDevelopment Committee at 8 a.m.



All meetings are held in Town Hall. Town of Falmouth, Maine

271 Falmouth Road

Falmouth, ME 04105

town@town.falmouth.me.us

(207) 781-5253

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe at Falmouth HS

The Theatre Company at Falmouth High School Presents


The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, December 6, 7 and 8

Kick off your holiday season with a trip through the wardrobe to Narnia. This dramatic version of C.S. Lewis’ classic story, The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe features the beloved crew of forest characters who join forces with Susan, Lucy, Peter and Edmund to conquer the White Witch and restore peace to the magical land of Narnia. This show is appropriate for all ages.

Showtimes:

Thursday, 12/6 at 7 p.m.

Friday, 12/7 at 7 p.m.

Saturday, 12/8 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Tickets available at the door: $7 for adults, $5 for students, children and seniors. Email theatre@falmouthschools.org for more information or to request special assistance. Find out more on Facebook or at falmouththeatre.org.

DONATE YOUR RETURNABLE BOTTLES for a good cause!

SINCE 1997, THERE HAVE BEEN THREE LOCATIONS WITHIN THE TOWN OF FALMOUTH FOR RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES TO DONATE THEIR RETURNABLE BOTTLES AND CANS WITH PROCEEDS BENEFITTING NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING YOUR RETURNABLE BOTTLES AND CANS DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER TO THE FALMOUTH LIONS CLUB WHICH WILL BE ACCEPTING RETURNABLES AT THE TRANSFER STATION LOCATION, 57 WOODS ROAD, TO THE FALMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL THEATER COMPANY WHICH WILL BE ACCEPTING RETURNABLES AT CENTRAL FIRE STATION LOCATION, 9 BUCKNAM ROAD AND TO THE FALMOUTH LIONS CLUB FOR THE FALMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND WITH THE RETURNABLES BEING ACCEPTED TO THE REAR OF WEST FALMOUTH CROSSING, 65 GRAY ROAD.



A THANK YOU TO THE RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES THAT HAVE CONTINUED OVER THE YEARS TO SUPPORT THIS IMPORTANT FUND RAISING FOR NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS WITHIN THE COMMUNITY.


PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING YOUR RETURNABLE BOTTLES AND CANS DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER TO THE FALMOUTH LIONS CLUB WHICH WILL BE ACCEPTING RETURNABLES AT THE TRANSFER STATION LOCATION, 57 WOODS ROAD, TO THE FALMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL THEATER COMPANY WHICH WILL BE ACCEPTING RETURNABLES AT CENTRAL FIRE STATION LOCATION, 9 BUCKNAM ROAD AND TO THE FALMOUTH LIONS CLUB FOR THE FALMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND WITH THE RETURNABLES BEING ACCEPTED TO THE REAR OF WEST FALMOUTH CROSSING, 65 GRAY ROAD.

Foreside Community Church, UCC

FORESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH


Foreside Community Church, UCC, 340 Foreside Road (Rt 88), Falmouth – Worship & Sunday school 9:30a.m Sundays; Nursery Care provided. Coffee Fellowship immediately following worship. Bell Choir usually 3rd Sunday each month.

All welcome; building is accessible.

Falmouth Maine Website User Survey

The Town of Falmouth is very interested in the opinions of their website visitors. Your responses to the short survey will help the town improve their site. http://survey.virtualtownhall.net/survey/sid/bf7296a63687d8bc/

Falmouth Maine Winter Parking Ban 2012-2013

Winter Parking Ban


(Chapter 17, Sec. 17-91 of Falmouth Town Ordinances)

No vehicle shall be parked at any time on any street, way or road so as to interfere with or hinder the plowing or removal of snow from any street, way or road. The Chief of Police may cause any vehicle parked on any street, way or road so as to interfere with or hinder the plowing or removal of snow to be removed from the street in accordance with the provisions of section 17-82 (Authority to remove vehicle while illegally parked).



No vehicle shall be parked on any town-maintained way or road between the hours of midnight and 6:00 a.m. from November 15th to April 15th. (Code 1966, Ch. 702, s. 6)

Veterans Day

Falmouth Town office will be closed on Monday, November 12 in observance of Veterans Day.

Town of Falmouth

271 Falmouth Rd

Falmouth, ME 04105

(207)781-5253

Booksizzle at Falmouth Memorial Library

BOOKSIZZLE

There are millions of books published every year. If you just finished your last book and are searching for your next great read to to the www.FalmouthMemorialLibrary.org and look under Booksizzle and you will find the newest arrivals in mysteries, science fiction, children's, teens and other categories. Discover award winners, bestsellers, and what they are talking about on television and radio. Sit back, relax and scroll through our book lists. Once you find what you are looking for, simply click on the catalog link to reserve your selection. Be sure to be a regular visitor to the BookSizzle, your source for hot titles.

Author Max Alexander will discuss his latest book

Author Max Alexander will discuss his latest book, Bright Lights, No City: An African Adventure on Bad Roads with a Brother and a Very Weird Business Plan on Tuesday, November 13 at 6:30 pm at Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road, Falmouth.

http://www.amazon.com/Bright-Lights-No-City-Adventure/dp/1401324177/ref=tmm_hrd_title_0

VOTE ON NOVEMBER 6

VOTE ON NOVEMBER 6


The General Election is held nationally on the first Tuesday following the first Monday in November. Maine voters will select their choice for President/Vice President (this process is called the "popular vote") and elect one of Maine's two United States Senators, Maine's Representatives to Congress, members of the Maine Legislature, and certain county officers. In addition, voters will be asked to vote on one citizen initiative and four bond questions. Voting in Falmouth will be held on Tuesday, November 6 at Falmouth High School from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. You may also register to vote at the polls. Please bring a picture ID and Proof of residency. FMI 781-5253

Public Skating in Falmouth Maine

FAMILY ICE CENTER

There is Public Skating every Saturday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. (except November 24) in November at the Family Ice Center. On Sundays in November 11 through November 25 from 1:20 to 2:40 there is Public Skating from 1:20 to 2:40 for $5.00 per person (children 5 and under skate free). Skating on Lee Twombly Pond is free FMI 781-4200 www.familyice.org

Falmouth Maine Town Meetings

TOWN MEETINGS




Monday, November 5; Conservation Commission Meeting at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, November 6; Planning Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m.

School Board Workshop at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, November 7; Falmouth Economic Improvement Committee at 4 p.m.

Thursday, November 8; Long Range Planning Advisory Committee (LPAC+) at 7 p.m.



All meetings are at Town Hall.

First Annual Shop Falmouth Event

FALMOUTH ASKING FOR BUSINESS PARTICIPATION

The Falmouth Economic Improvement Committee in an effort to support local retail and professional service businesses, shops and non-profits is planning the First Annual Shop Falmouth Event on December 7,8 and 9. Chairman of the Event Committee, Anne Theriault is asking owners to participate in the event and encourages businesses to offer shopping incentives. Businesses wishing to participate or who wish more information please e-mail ShopFalmouthEvent@gmail.com

food and water safety in emergency situations

UMaine Cooperative Extension will discuss food and water safety in emergency situations on Tuesday, November 6 at 6:30 pm at Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road, Falmouth.

Message for all Falmouth business owners and customers

Message for all Falmouth business owners and customers:

The Falmouth Economic Improvement Committee is organizing the first “Shop Falmouth” event to be held December 7, 8 and 9, 2012.

The Event Committee is working with many Falmouth businesses to join efforts with the Town's Community Programs Department to stimulate a “shop local, buy local” weekend promotion.

The committee is reaching out to all Falmouth businesses and volunteers with the hope that they will participate in this event.

If interested in participating, please email me for the registration form and return the registration form by November 9th.

Thank you,
Anne T

Town Council meeting on November 14

COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOOTPRINTS LIMITATIONS DECISION POSTPONED


There will be a workshop on November 14 to provide more time for the Town Council to discuss language impacting existing buildings: including to what extent footprint restrictions should apply to existing buildings. The Town Council meeting on November 14 is a workshop and by Town Council rules, public input is not typically allowed at a workshop. Public input is allowed for any item that is not on the agenda via Public Forum agenda items. Further public input on this matter has not yet been decided by the Town Council.