CANDIDATES NIGHT: MONDAY, OCTOBER 7 / 6 PM
Cape Elizabeth High School A.P. United States Government students will hold a Candidates Night with municipal candidates running for seats on the Town Council and School Board. The event will be live-streamed from CEHS Library and made available for future viewing on CETV On Demand.
MAINE STARTUP CHALLENGE: OCTOBER 7 - 25 / 2024
Maine Startup Challenge is a business plan competition for Maine's startup ecosystem. Their goal is to encourage participation and entrepreneurial thinking across all ages and stimulate the next generation of innovative Maine entrepreneurs. Business plans will be judged by a panel of Maine investors and entrepreneurs. The application window is October 7-25, 2024. FMI: CLICK HERE.
CAPE ELIZABETH SCHOOL PROJECT PUBLIC FORUM: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8 / 6:30 PM
The School Board will hold a public forum on the Middle Ground School Project on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. This will be the last opportunity for voters to learn more about the school project before the November 5 Election.
CEHPS PRESENTATION ON RALPH GOULD COLLECTION: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8 / 6:30 PM
Join the Cape Elizabeth Historical Preservation Society on Tuesday, October 8 at 6:30, as Jim Rowe leads a program on one of Cape Elizabeth’s most revered citizens, Ralph T. Gould (1900-1994). Special focus will be on the 62-year round-trip voyage of his remarkable collection of rare and ancient musical instruments, and other stories, photographs, and artifacts from this interesting man’s life! This event will take place at the Thomas Memorial Library.
It is most fitting that in 1986, the Town named its Outstanding Citizen Award for Ralph T. Gould, and made him the first recipient. Come find out why!
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY: MONDAY, OCTOBER 14
In observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day, the following Town offices will be closed on Monday, October 14: Town Hall, Thomas Memorial Library, Recycling Center, and Community Services. The pool and fitness center will be open. The Town Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
THE BIRTH AND DEATH OF THE STARS: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 / 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Thomas Memorial Library invites you to join them for an exciting journey through the life cycle of stars on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:30 PM This presentation by local amateur astronomer, Ara Jerahian, will explore the awe-inspiring processes behind the birth, evolution, and eventual death of stars. Discover how these cosmic giants are formed from clouds of gas and dust, shine brightly for millions or billions of years, and finally, how they meet their spectacular end—whether through a peaceful fading or a dramatic supernova. Perfect for anyone curious about the wonders of the universe and our place among the stars. No registraiton necessary!
CAPE ELIZABETH GARDEN CLUB PRESENTS - GARDENS AGLOW: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 / 6:30 PM - 8 PM
Cape Elizabeth Garden Club will host Gardens Aglow's Brent McHale at the Thomas Memorial Library on Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 6:30 PM - 8 PM. McHale is the Program Manager for Gardens Aglow at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. He will speak about the history, planning process, people power, installation, maintenance, sculputure creation, take down and storage, and fun additions in 2024. All are welcome!
FALL CLOTHING SWAP: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 / 9 AM - 12 PM
Thomas Memorial Library and the Recycling Committee annual Fall Clothing Swap will take place at the library Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 9 AM to 12 PM. Please donate washed, gently used clothing and other apparel items, for kids through adults. Donations placed in bags will be accepted until October 19 at the front desk of the library. FMI: CLICK HERE.
MURDER IN THE MANSION - A MYSTERY GAME FOR ADULTS: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 / 3 PM - 5 PM
You are invited to attend a grand soiree for the celebration of All Hallows Eve at Thomas Memorial Libary with Sully McCarthy on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 3 PM - 5PM. In honor of this spectacular event, there will be an evening of snacks, shenanigans, and slaying. Upon arrival at the estate, you will be transported to 1923 and enter a battle of wits. The premise: Eleanor Sinclair is hosting a dinner party at Goddard Mansion to make a formal announcement and has invited undisclosed guests to her estate. Upon the guests’ arrival, Eleanor is discovered dead. Your goal as an attendee is to find the real murderer, clear your name from suspicion, and protect your secrets.
There will be two sessions of this macabre mystery event: one for adults on Saturday, October 19th at 3pm, and one very special after-hours event for teens on Friday, October 25th at 5pm. Costumes encouraged. TO REGISTER: CLICK HERE.
BACK TO SCHOOL REDO: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22 / 7:30 AM - 11 AM
The Cape Elizabeth High School Leadership Experience invites residents 65 years and older to join them for an intergenerational learning experience at the Cape Elizabeth High School on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 from 7:30 AM to 11 AM. Accompany a student to two seventy-five minute classes (with a 15-minute break in between) followed by a debrief and overview of the Leadership Experience. This event is limited to 16 residents. Call 799-2868 to register by Tuesday, October 16th.
COMMUNITY PUMPKIN CARVING AT INN BY THE SEA: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22 / 2:30 PM - 5 PM
Residents are invited to Inn By the Sea's Annual Community Pumpkin Carving event on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 from 2:30 PM - 5 PM. Complimentary pumpkins, carving tools and treats are offered. Please call Rauni Kew at 207-799-3134 to reserve your pumpkins by October 18.
SCREENAGERS - SCREENING & DISCUSSION: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 / 6 PM - 7:45 PM
You are cordially invited join the families and educators of Cape Elizabeth to view and discuss the latest Screenagers movie on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6 PM at the Cape Elizabeth Middle School Library. This new version of the original Screenagers documentary addresses issues and potential solutions that elementary school-aged kids, parents, and educators are facing, including smartwatches in class, unhooking from and monitoring video games, social media pressures, when to introduce technology, and what research shows is a healthy amount of screen time.
NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY: SATURDAY, OCDTOBER 26 / 10 AM - 2 PM
The next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10 AM - 2 PM at the Cape Elizabeth Police Department. This event is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs. Anyone with unwanted or unused medications can bring them to them to the police department, where they will be disposed of properly. As a reminder, sharps are not accepted. Please call the police department at 767-3323 with questions.
DISPOSAL FEES WAIVED AT THE RECYCLING CENTER: OCTOBER 26 - NOVEMBER 9
Disposal fees at the Recycling Center will be waived for residents transporting their own material and/or items from Saturday, October 26, through November 9. Commercial haulers will still be assessed fees in accordance with current regulations.
CAPE ELIZABETH MIDDLE SCHOOL TOUR: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29 / 6 PM
Meet at the Middle School entrance for a tour of the school at 6 PM.
GENERAL ELECTION: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5 / 7 AM - 8 PM
Cape Elizabeth voters can vote in person on Election Day at the Cape Elizabeth High School on Tuesday, November 5, 2024; polls will be open from 7 AM to 8 PM. For more information on this election year, including Municipal elections, please visit the Elections & Voting page.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 / 9 AM - 1 PM
Public Works will hold the annual Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 9 AM - 1 PM at 10 Cooper Drive, adjacent to the Recycling Center. FMI: Visit HHWD Page.
EXTENDED FALL HOURS AT RECYCLING CENTER: SELECT SUNDAYS IN NOVEMBER / 10 AM - 4:30 PM
The Recycling Center will be open on the following Sundays for the disposal of leaf/yard waste, wood waste, and brush only: Sunday, November 3, November 10, and November 17. Fees will be assessed for all items on Sunday, November 17. Additionally, disposal fees at the Recycling Center will be waived for residents transporting their own material and/or items from Saturday, October 26, through November 9. Commercial haulers will still be assessed fees in accordance with current regulations.
CAPE ELIZABETH HIGH SCHOOL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE DINNER SUPPER & SHOW: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21 / 5:30 PM
The CEHS Leadership Experience invites Cape Elizabeth residents age 65 and older to a supper and show on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at CEHS. Beef stew, salad, and pumpkin whoopie pie supper will be followed by a 1970s musical comedy Disaster! Seating is limited; Register by no later than October 31 by calling 799-2868..
This event is sponsored by the Cape Elizabeth School Nutrition Program, CEHS Theater Department, and Community Services.
A CAPE ELIZABETH HOLIDAY MARKET: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 / 10 AM - 3 PM
A Cape Elizabeth Holiday Market will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 10 AM to 3 PM at the United Methodist Church located at 280 Ocean House Road. Over 10 vendors and local Maine artists.
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