Good morning, Bangor.

Residents across Maine helped fight hunger on Saturday—volunteers collected non-perishable food from porches and mailboxes across the state.

In Bangor, locals picked up yellow donation bags and the food was later sorted at the Hampden Postal Service Distribution Center before being sent to local pantries.

More than 800 students graduated from Husson University on May 10th, including 560 undergraduates.

Gregory Powell—chair of the Harold Alfond Foundation and president of Dexter Enterprises—gave the keynote address while the Class of 2025 honored seven valedictorians with 4.0 GPAs and one salutatorian.

Together Place, a peer-run recovery center in Bangor that serves about 200 to 300 people each month for mental health and substance use recovery, lost its $300,000 state funding and has appealed the decision; it is now seeking new grants and opioid settlement funds to continue its services.

The Loggers' Expo

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Cost info not specified — Connect with industry leaders at the premier event for forest industry equipment and services.

The Great World Peace 5K

12-5 p.m. — 115 13th St, Bangor, ME — Registration fee applies — Participate in a peaceful celebration through a fun run for the community.

Bass Park After Dark

4-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Free entry — Explore a vibrant night market with vendors, food trucks, and live music under the stars.

Avril Lavigne Concert

12:00 PM - 7:59 PM — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a spectacular live performance from Avril, praised by fans for her stunning vocals and energy.

Canoe the Historic Penobscot River

River adventure — Full day — Penobscot River, Old Town, ME — $135 — Experience wildlife and rich history while canoeing one of Maine's premier waterways.

CoComelon Melon Patch Musical

6-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Fun for families — Ms. Appleberry and JJ invite kids to a joyful musical adventure in the Melon Patch.

Matt Friend Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Cross Insurance Center — Tickets available — Experience the comedic talents of Matt Friend, a young comedian and impressionist who brings a refreshing old soul perspective to humor.

Veazie Garden Club Annual Plant Sale

10 AM - 1 PM — 304 Stillwater Avenue Furniture — Free entry — Shop for a variety of plants and gently used gardening tools at this community favorite event.

Halsey Live Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Tickets from $68 — Experience Halsey's energizing performance alongside rising stars Sir Chloe and Hope Tala.

This Extraordinary Place: The Allagash Wilderness Waterway

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Sea Dog Brewing Co — Free entry — Engage in networking and discussion about Maine's stunning wilderness waterway.