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New videos of great deals to check out!
New videos of great deals to check out!
Local Food Pantries listed here!
Ed Mercer
Dec 16, 2025
"The Heartbeat of the Lakes ā Events, Eats & Everything In Between" |
December 16, 2025 |
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NEW Digital Online Lakes Region Area Guide! |
Click on the image to see the pages!! New updated cover photo! |
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āļø The Lakes Region is both a Home and Vacation Paradise. |
With the Lakes Region Area Guide Newsletter, get events, hidden gems, and local buzz delivered to your in box, whether you're locally here in Maine or as far away as Florida, New York or Texas! |
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Happy Hanukkah December 14-22 |
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Community Spotlight - Lakes Region Area Guide |
Iām very grateful to be in a position to support our local businesses, and even more inspired watching them support each other.
Our Digital Lakes Region Area Guide now showcases 25 amazing businesses working together to make our community stronger.
Their dedication deserves a spotlight ā and Iām proud to help give it to them!
Letās keep cheering them on and supporting small businesses across the Lakes Region.
If youād like to join the guide, contact me at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com
Sue Mercer
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Can you help? |
Go Fund Me for the Thoits Family
Sadly, on December 8th, Ryan Thoits passed away with his family at his side. We are still looking to continue supporting his wife, Courtney and his 3 children.š
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Crosswalk Community Outreach - CLICK HERENaples, Maine |
CrossWalk Community Outreach is neighbors helping neighbors, powered by caring local volunteers. We provide support that nurtures the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our community. With compassion as our guide, we aim to offer real help to those in need across Naples, Sebago, Casco, Bridgton, and Harrisonāworking together so our community can flourish.
SCAN IN THE QR CODE TO DONATE TO THIS WORTHY CAUSE! |
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The Naples Barn is a store that is brimming with a wide variety of new, used, vintage, and antique items. Located in Naples, New York, the store is packed with unique and eclectic finds that cater to a range of styles and tastes. From furniture and home decor to jewelry and collectibles, there is something for everyone at The Naples Barn. Customers can browse through the extensive selection of items and discover hidden treasures that are sure to add character and charm to any space. With its overflowing inventory, The Naples Barn is a must-visit destination for antique enthusiasts and bargain hunters alike. |
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āNever Miss a Great Shot Again ā On-the-Spot Camera Guidance in Your Pocketā |
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NAPLES FOOD DRIVE:
AROMA Joe's in Naples is offering a free drink if you bring two nonperishable food items for our Crosswalk food pantry.
The Umbrella Factory in Naples is working with the Sheriff's Department to collect nonperishable food items for our pantry as well.
This time of year The Food Basket sees about a 25 to 30 percent increase in residents using our services of food and meals.
Our nonprofit truly appreciates all the community efforts being done on behalf of those we serve here in Naples.
Thank you everyone for your help. YOU are the reason we can continue to do this mission of love here.
YOUR CrossWalk Community Outreach crew.
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Pleasant Mountain In Bridgton is now open for midweek skiing and riding! |
Snowmaking is running around the clock! With what we just got, and with some more expected this week - skiing is looking good! |
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“The Prom Closet Changing Lives in Our Community”Tia’s Prom Closet Project has become so much more than dresses — it’s a pay-it-forward wave of compassion, confidence, and community. |
Thatās what makes this project so special. Tia's Prom closet Project - Itās not just about getting ready for a dance. Itās about what happens when people come together to lift each other up ā and how one personās light can inspire hundreds more to shine.
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Founding Sponsor Shout Out - Pine Island Retreat
Plan some quality family time for next season, where the phones get put away, and yet the memories last a lifetime. Fall days are the best!
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ChatGPT said:*See her Ad in The Lakes Region Digital Area Guide https://online.fliphtml5.com/bvpni/ruup/
Contact us to start your advertising campaign! |
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7 Day Weather Forecast for Naples, Maine |
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Chocolate Chip Cannoli Pie - Yum! (Click to enlarge!) |
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Coats for Kids |
PLEASE ā¦ consider donating that outgrown coat to help keep a little one warm this winter. Also accepting new/homemade hats and mittens
Thank you to our Hosts this year !!! |
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Drone Photography by Mercer Photography |
š”Beautiful Drone photo of The Barn in Naples, Maine!
Youāve seen it by now, right? Coming into Naples, you canāt miss it ā The Barn lit up in full holiday glory!  Sebagel stepped up this season, sponsoring a Christmas concert to raise funds for the Naples Food Pantry. Community spirit at its finest! With the outdoor fires burning and The Barn wrapped in spectacular lights, itās a scene you can spot from afar ā and one worth celebrating. Many thanks to Ed Mercer for this unique capture with his drone.    For more community activities and photos subscribe to the Lakes Region Area Guide Newsletter!
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Local Food Pantries |
 225 South High St. Bridgton, Me 04009 P.O.Box 207
(207) 318-4467
Pennirobbins06@gmail.com
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Feeding, Clothing and Serving. free meals, food boxes, free clothing, fuel assistance, resource referrals, Veterans and service to their needs are one of our primary focuses. |
P. O. Box 64, Naples, ME, United States, Maine
(207) 298-8041
crosswalkoutreach@yahoo.com
instagram.com/crosswalkcommunityoutreach
Delivery Ā· Contactless delivery
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Donations Here |
176 Waterford Rd, Harrison, ME, United States, Maine
(207) 647-3384
harrisonfoodbank@gmail.com
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2081 Main St. Lovell, Maine. (207) 542-7239 |
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Inspirational Thought - š āWhen someone struggles, our community doesnāt look away ā we pull together. Gratitude grows deepest in moments when we lift each other up.ā |
Health Tip of The Day |
Morning Stretch Party Nurse, Sue Cruikshank |
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Real Estate for Sale in Bridgton Maine |
$375,000
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Fryeburg is stepping it up! |
If you are in need, please visit the Fryeburg Town Office. |
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Here's a cute DIY idea!! |
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Founding Sponsor Featured |
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Be an Advertiser or Sponsor! |
š¢ Ready to grow your business?
āExplore our advertising and sponsorship opportunities.ā
š¢ Community vs. Ads
Contact us at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com |
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December 16, 2025 |