Friday, November 29th, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Husson University Dining Services, in collaboration with Caleb Group and Harbor Management, delivered 141 Thanksgiving meals to older adults and people with disabilities, continuing a five-year tradition of supporting community members in need. WABI 5
- ➤ Bangor community members provided a free Thanksgiving dinner for the unhoused and anyone seeking company, emphasizing the importance of community and year-round support. FOX Bangor
- ➤ The Lynde Lodge in Hermon successfully hosted its annual free Thanksgiving meal for the community, serving 500-600 people, continuing a tradition of giving back since 2009. WABI 5
- ➤ Bangor's Downtown Holiday Tree will feature a new light and music show, in a four-year collaborative effort by Downtown Bangor Partnership and Hollywood Casino, aimed at enhancing the holiday spirit in West Market Square. WABI 5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A weather alert in Maine indicates heavy overnight snowfall leading to hazardous travel conditions, with conditions expected to improve by Friday. WABI 5
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The WABI Morning News crew attempted to make macaroni and cheese in an Instantpot for a Thanksgiving feature, suggesting more liquid might have been needed for better results. WABI 5
- ➤ The WABI Morning Show demonstrated cooking a turkey using an Instantpot for their Thanksgiving 2024 segment. WABI 5
- ➤ The WABI Morning show team successfully created a Piecaken on their second attempt for their Thanksgiving Day show, featuring unique combinations of pies and cakes. WABI 5
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Concert by UMaine's Symphonic Band and Bangor High School Band
A concert featuring performances by the University of Maine's Symphonic Band in collaboration with the Bangor High School Band.
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Mainebiz Bangor Breakfast Forum 2024
The Mainebiz Bangor Breakfast Forum features six Maine executives sharing their insights on business success in a panel discussion format.
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Celtic Christmas Celebration with Seán Heely
This festive event features Scottish Fiddle Champion Seán Heely leading a colorful celebration of Gaelic carols, Irish tunes, and seasonal melodies, suitable for all ages.
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Ye Olde Holiday Shoppe
This annual holiday event features local vendors and activities at the Page Farm & Home Museum, providing a festive atmosphere for all ages.
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Yuletide Celebration Concert
This holiday-themed concert features a diverse range of instrumental and choral music presented by the School of Performing Arts.
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze: A Whimsical Family Holiday Show
Cirque Dreams Holidaze features a vibrant holiday spectacular that blends a Broadway-style production with contemporary circus arts, bringing beloved holiday characters to life on stage.
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Candlelight Holiday Concert Featuring The Nutcracker
Experience a live, multi-sensory musical concert featuring holiday classics performed by the Listeso String Quartet at St. John's Episcopal Church.
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Bangor Authors' Book Fair and Literary Festival 2024
This event features over 90 Maine authors, offering book signings, free readings, workshops, and the launch of a charity anthology at the Bangor Public Library.
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The Nutcracker Performance by Bangor Symphony Orchestra
The Nutcracker, featuring the Bangor Symphony Orchestra, Robinson Ballet, and Bangor Area Youth Choirs, offers a festive holiday experience for all ages at the Collins Center for the Arts.
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Bangor Symphony's The Nutcracker featuring Roberta Michel
Experience Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, The Nutcracker, performed by the Robinson Ballet with flutist Roberta Michel.
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