Maine
The Evolving History of Quilting in Maine
Jenna Guest (Courtesy photo)
Old Bristol Historical Society, in collaboration with Jenna Guest, of Carpenter Quilts in Damariscotta, will present a program about the history of quilting in Maine along with an introductory quilt workshop from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, March 9.
Join Guest and historical society members to learn more about how quilts in Maine have been made and used for the last 200-plus years. Originally made of wool, quilts have evolved over time from a covering on beds and settees to a voice for women to speak out when they didn’t have a vote and to the sheer joy of artistic expression.
Of special historic note was how some Maine quilters communicated information on the Underground Railroad in the 19th century.
For anyone who has ever wanted to make a quilt, there will be a hands-on opportunity to learn some basic techniques, an activity that is appropriate for adults and children. Anyone who has a special handmade quilt is invited to bring it and share.
This program will take place at the Bristol History Center, at 2089 Bristol Road in Pemaquid. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Materials will be provided but space is limited. RSVP to Anne Nord at aknord@twc.com.
Learn about Maines long and evolving tradition of quilting during a special program and an introductory quilt workshop at the Old Bristol Historical Society on Sunday, March 9. Attendees are also invited to bring and share the story and craftsmanship of their special handmade quilts. (Courtesy photo)
The Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition says over the past two weeks its immigrant defense hotline has seen an uptick in reported ICE detentions.
They say this corresponds with a national shift in ICE activity, including bids for local businesses to cooperate with ICE.
In Maine, the arrests follow a broader trend of targeting Black and brown immigrants, including people navigating immigration proceedings.
The coalition, which represents more than 100 organizations, says it’s ready to protect civil and human rights and is urging immigrants to prepare themselves and their families.
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They suggest having the defense hotline ready in case you witness ICE activity, making sure you have important personal documents in case of detention, and reviewing rights around judicial warrants in private spaces, like your home or workplace.
It wouldn’t be Mother’s Day without a stop at the florist.
According to Fox Business, about 154 million flowers are sold during the week of Mother’s Day. So it’s safe to say it was a busy day for stores like Estabrook’s Maine Garden Center and Nursery.
Plenty of families stopped by to pick out flowers on Sunday, looking to choose the perfect bouquet for their moms.
“I think Mother’s Day is tradition, you know, and so it’s great to see families here. We have a lot of new families that have come today for the first time with their young children and their mother. Watching the young kids and seeing how excited they are—their eyes light up at all the beautiful flowers,” Tom Estabrook, president of Estabrook’s, said.
Estabrook says Mother’s Day tends to be a great kickoff to the spring season.
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