Maine's First Family invites Mainers to visit the Blaine House once again this year in an effort to help fellow citizens who are less fortunate.

In October, Gov. Paul R. LePage and first lady Ann M. LePage will open their doors for the annual Blaine House Food Drive. The governor and first lady started the food drive three years ago, and have collected thousands of pounds of food for pantries and homeless shelters across Maine.

The food drives will take place on three consecutive Saturdays during the month of October, which are October 12, October 19 and October 26. Mainers will have an opportunity to bring a food donation, receive a tour of the Blaine House led by Gov. LePage and enjoy light refreshments.

All donations collected at the Blaine House will be given to Good Shepherd Food-Bank. Good Shepherd Food-Bank will determine the communities that need the food most and distribute the donations.

Doors will be open at the Blaine House for the food drive between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on October 12, October 19 and October 26.