News and notes from the Community Center
We would like to thank Ronda Randall for taking the time to join us at the Community Center last Friday. It was an educational and engaging conversation about DNA testing. If you weren't here, you missed a fascinating presentation on how DNA can not only help people find their relatives but also resolve cold cases. We learned how DNA testing helped identify the perpetrator of the Allenstown, New Hampshire murders after nearly 40 years—truly fascinating!
Lucy Cressey, who runs our wonderful Genealogy program, will be hosting another session on Saturday, March 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come join her and get help discovering your family history!
Bethany Schmidt, a programming and technology professional, will be at the Community Center on Thursday, March 20 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. She will be available to assist anyone interested in learning how to use a new app or device, provide advice on upgrading technology, clarify phone settings, and offer a basic introduction to platforms like Facebook or email. Please note that she is not a hardware technician and cannot fix broken phones, computers, iPads, etc.
It is not too late! Midcoast Ca$h will be offering free tax preparation on Saturday, March 29, at the Boothbay Town Office, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for individuals with annual earnings up to $67,000. Appointments are required. If you're interested, we can assist you with the sign-up process at The Community Center. Alternatively, you can make your own appointment by calling 207-295-6340 or 207-751-3756, emailing midcoastcash@uwmcm.org, or visiting www.eznetscheduler.com/calendar/midcoastmaineCASH.
Join us for puzzles, games, coffee, tea and treats from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. all week! Help us enjoy our snacks without overindulging and bring your ideas. We welcome new faces and hope to see you soon! Connect with us on Facebook!
Our schedule for March 17 through March 21 is:
Monday: Drop-in knitting 10 a.m.-noon
Tuesday: Mahjong 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m; Qigong 11 a.m.-noon
Wednesday: Cribbage 12:30-2 p.m.; Ladies who love to dance 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Thursday: Mexican Train Dominoes 10 a.m.-noon; Cribbage and Mahjong 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Friday: Scrabble, Rummikub and Bridge Noon-2 p.m.; DNA talk 11 a.m.