Category Archives: Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library

2020–The Cancelled Year

One of the most delightful aspects of living in rural western Maine is the ebb and flow of the changing seasons. Each quarter of the year has its own characteristics, from snow to rain to Opening Day to colorful gardens … Continue reading

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Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library and COVID-19

COVID-19 has wreaked death and economic destruction around the globe. All communities have been impacted, even here in rural western Maine. Uncertainty abounds regarding the upcoming summer tourist season. Here in Lovell, we have been living with a ‘stay in … Continue reading

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Super Saturday is Coming!!!

August in Lovell always starts with a bang. The Dave Mason Tennis Tournament is the first weekend of the month. Next comes the annual Tour de Lovell, a popular bike tour through the town including the many hills up in … Continue reading

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The Taste of Lovell

Anyone who has ever attended a local event at the Historical Society, the Chili Competition or a bake sale the UCC, knows first-hand the quality of the bakers living in Lovell. From chocolate chip cookies to peanut butter squares to … Continue reading

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Mid-Winter Musings

A look at the calendar indicates that we are about half-way through winter. The afternoons are now longer. It is pretty neat how the increase in light is incremental and goes unnoticed until you realize at the end of the … Continue reading

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Shop Local — Shop Lovell

  With a little more than a week left until Christmas, avoid the hassles of traffic and rude salespeople and shoppers by going local. There are lots of local merchants, artisans and shops that would love to help you select … Continue reading

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SHOP LOCAL–SHOP LOVELL

With a little more than a week left until Christmas, I’m sure that everyone does not have all of their gifts picked-out. Avoid the hassles of traffic and rude people by looking local. There is a wealth of local merchants, … Continue reading

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SHOP Local–SHOP LOVELL

Very often, finding the perfect Christmas gift for that someone special can be very difficult. Going to the malls or outlet shops is not only a hassle, but who wants to deal with inattentive and rude clerks? Buying on-line may … Continue reading

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2013 Tour de Lovell Results

At the moment I’m not too sure but I think there was a record number of finishers in the 2013 Tour de Lovell. Wayne Rivet, publisher of the Bridgton News, took photos and I will post some here as soon … Continue reading

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Memorial Day Weekend–Let the Summer Begin

Seems to me that the daily pace has picked-up considerably. The color green is everywhere, camps on the lake are opening, fishing has been good, traffic around town is busier and everyone is looking forward to a busy season. And … Continue reading

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