Happy New Year! 2026 has a nice ring to it, doesn't it? We're embracing the new year and everything in store for the Town of Scarborough. Town Manager Tom Hall speaks to this pointedly in his annual message, which reflects back on the standout moments of 2025 and looks ahead at what's anticipated. We also say goodbye to some key staff, applaud the Finance department for their audit work, highlight some outdoor recreation opportunities, and invite you to join the new Tree Care Advisory Board. Read on for the latest!

Town offices are closed today, Thursday, January 1st, for New Year's Day. We will reopen on Monday at 7:00am.

Town Manager Message: Preparing for a Productive 2026

As 2025 comes to a close it is that time of the year to reflect on the past and look to the future. I wanted to acknowledge some of our community’s notable accomplishments and preview the year ahead. 

This past year we completed a number of vital initiatives that will allow Scarborough to prepare and plan for the future: a Transportation Plan, which will help inform how to make Scarborough's transportation infrastructure safer and more efficient for our community; an Open Space Plan, to inform the future acquisition of conservation land, funded with the voter-approved land bond; and the Vulnerability Assessment, identifying key infrastructure susceptible to climate change and sea level rise.

Tom Hall, Scarborough Town Manager

Another significant moment of 2025 was the community support of a long needed comprehensive solution to our school facility needs. With the November ballot passing, the School Department has a plan and the necessary funding to remedy longstanding overcrowding in our schools and update our aging facilities with additional space and security upgrades.

The successful implementation of these plans and the approved school capital project will require significant financial investment over many years to come. Addressing long-term needs while managing tax impacts is never easy, but the Town has set itself up to be in the best financial position in decades in preparation for these major community investments. We have consciously reduced the total debt held to the lowest amount in recent history ($71 million), while at the same time amassed the highest unassigned fund balance ($18.8 million), which has increased by over $8 million since 2022. These targeted efforts for financial stewardship have produced tangible results in that the Town also received a credit upgrade this past year from Moody's from Aa3 to Aa2, making borrowing for these projects more advantageous.  

Along with the voter-approved school project, the community rallied and made their voices heard on a number of policy issues before the Town Council. Issues that generated a great deal of public interest included a proposed Short Term Rental ordinance, revisions to the Animal Control Ordinance applying to dogs on our beaches, a contemplated Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district in the Dunstan village, and a proposal to discontinue a portion of Sawyer Street. Each one of these decisions by the Town Council was undoubtedly influenced by the engagement of the community. These examples demonstrate that the Town Council and staff are listening and responding to community sentiment. While public participation and engagement is not always without contention and disagreement, it's hard to argue that an engaged public does not ultimately lead to outcomes that reflect our community.  

Over the next year we will continue to make strides towards Scarborough’s long term sustainability. Early in the year we will review the results of our most recent community survey. I am pleased to report that early impressions from the survey reflect that Scarborough continues to be a wonderfully desirable place to live, and our essential services are well regarded by the community. We have some well known challenges that will continue to require care, attention, and solutions. 

I hope residents take comfort in knowing that the Town is actively planning for the future and that we are listening to and reacting to our residents. This combination of a forward focus and an engaged community prepares us for a productive and successful 2026. I look forward to continuing to work with our Town Council and in service of the community. I hope all residents are able to spend time with friends and family and appreciate all the good things around us.

Closed for New Year's Day

Town offices will be closed on Thursday (New Year's Day), January 1. Town offices are also closed on Fridays and will reopen on Monday, January 5 at 7:00am.

The week of January 1 will be delayed by one day for Thursday-Friday trash collection days. If your normal trash collection day is Thursday, it will be picked up on Friday. Friday pickup will be on Saturday.

Snowy weather reminder! If there is inclement weather, please help our plow drivers by placing your trash and recycle carts in your driveway, not on the roadside.

Questions? Contact Public Works at pwinfo@scarboroughmaine.org or (207) 730-4400.

Public Works Tip: What To Do With My Christmas Tree?

Curbside Pickup Starts Next Week

With Christmas in the rearview mirror, it's time to toss the tree! Public Works will make their way around town picking up real Christmas trees left on the curbside (no artificial ones) through the month of January.

Tree pickup starts the week of January 5th and will be on your normal trash pickup day. Please place it beside your trash bin (not in it) and don't leave it out too far in advance—if it freezes in a snowbank we will not pick it up. Please also be sure that all lights have been removed from the tree.

Remember, the Public Works crew is picking up your tree separately from the trash collection, so if you see the trash truck come and go, and your tree is still there, we will get to it!

Tree pickup may be delayed with any storms, as clearing roads will take precedence for our Public Works crew. If this occurs and we are unable to pick up your tree the week you place it curbside, please try again the following week - hopefully the weather will cooperate!

Longtime Zoning Administrator Brian Longstaff Retires

After more than 12 years of dedicated service to Scarborough, Zoning Administrator Brian Longstaff is preparing for a well-earned retirement. Throughout his career, Brian has been a steady and knowledgeable resource for residents, developers, staff, and elected officials. As he closes this chapter and looks ahead to retirement, we asked Brian to reflect on his career and what comes next.

What first brought you to a career in code enforcement?

I began working with municipal zoning in 1998 for the Town of Houlton. I soon found an opportunity with the Northern Maine Development Commission in the Community Planning and Development division, where I was involved in the development of several municipal comprehensive plans and led to the additional work in crafting zoning ordinances for those communities. I continued to work for the Commission and did code enforcement part-time for 3 smaller towns from 1999-2013.

What led you to Scarborough back in 2013?

I happened to see the job opening and description for Scarborough's Zoning Administrator. It was rare to see a position advertised where I actually had all of the required qualifications, so I applied thinking it would be cool to see if a potato farmer's son could get a job interview in a big southern Maine town. The rest is history as they say. 

Brian Longstaff (center) accepting 2023 Member of the Year by the Maine Building Officials and Inspectors Association (MBOIA) with Director of Planning & Codes Autumn Speer and Town Manager Tom Hall.

How has Scarborough changed over the past 12 years you've worked here?

There was far less multi-family housing then. Developers have created a lot of multi-family housing in various locations—not just the Downs. There has been a lot of development with single and 2-family dwellings also, and a fair amount of that has occurred west of the turnpike. I think we've gotten more sophisticated and focused in our development plan review process with a lot more emphasis on storm water management and transportation systems. There has been a lot more development pressure, particularly with regard to people wanting to develop on very marginal properties that have challenges either with soils, slopes, access, wetlands or other sensitive resources.  

What's something people may not realize about what your job entails?

I don't think most people realize how difficult it is to correct some types of violations. We don't have the power to issue a ticket when we discover a violation or receive a complaint and it can be a very costly, lengthy and time-consuming process to gain compliance due to the legal process we have to follow. If we can't force voluntary compliance, then we go to court and it can be months before you can even get a court date. 

What have you found to be most rewarding over the years?

I love helping people who are trying to figure out how to solve a problem with their property or their building. I have also enjoyed working on zoning amendments that are trying to fix problems created by the previous zoning in certain areas of town. 

What are you most proud of from your time working for Scarborough?

I am really proud of the team that we've built. That team includes not only the great code officers that do the yeoman's job of building inspections, plan reviews, and issuing permits, but also the planners that guide and review development proposals and draft ordinance amendments to make things work better, and the Engineering and Technical Services that help protect our resources through better stormwater management, low impact design, and transportation planning. It also involves our partners in Public Safety, Public Works, and the Scarborough Sanitary District, and the role each of them plays in making sure people and property are protected before, during, and after construction. And pretty much all of that work starts with a great administrative staff that provides invaluable service to the public, assisting them in submitting the proper permit forms, doing all of the permit intake, and scheduling inspections so that everyone else can do their job better. 

What are your plans for retirement?

My plan for retirement is that I have no plans, just a lot of interests and hobbies such as music and golf, home improvement projects, and a 12-month old grandson that definitely needs to see his grandpappy a little more often. I would like to thank the Town of Scarborough for giving me the opportunity to work in a really interesting and challenging position, in such a beautiful area. It has truly been the experience of a lifetime. 

Town Assessor Accepts Waterville City Manager Role

This month we say goodbye and good luck to the Town's Assessor, Nick Cloutier. Nick has accepted the position of City Manager for the City of Waterville.

Nick was hired in December 2019 following the first residential revaluation in 14 years and has done some outstanding work particularly through a second internal property revaluation in 2024. He has been lauded for his analytical skills, tireless work ethic, and calm and helpful demeanor with both staff and the public. The Assessing team was also the 2025 winner of the Public Information Award from the International Association of Assessors (IAAO).

In addition to his Assessing-based work, Nick took on an additional special projects role that applied his data and analytical skills in coordination with finance and SEDCO. Thank you, Nick, for your service and best of luck in your new role!

Takeaways From Cake With the Councilors Series

The Council recently wrapped up our Cake with Councilors event series. During the past two months we went to 8 sites across Town in different neighborhoods to more conveniently meet people where they are. We represent you, and it’s important that we hear from you outside of our standard meeting to shape priorities and policies for our community.

It was a pleasure meeting with the over 80 participants who shared their concerns, ideas and hopes for Scarborough. We heard you and are thankful that you took the time to bring your voice to the table and have a cupcake with us, as governing a Town is not a piece of cake! The information we gathered has been shared with Councilors to inform our Council goals for 2026 and with staff to follow-up on specific items that residents shared with us.

The Communications Committee plans to continue these in the future with some modifications based on feedback. We will be working on a calendar of events for 2026 and hope others will attend.

Again, we are truly thankful for your time and participation. “Democracy is not a spectator sport” and we hope to see more of you at future events!

—The Council Communications Committee (Jon Anderson, Larry Cain, Michelle Hayes)

Frequently Heard Topics

Some common topics came up throughout our eight sessions:

Growth

• LD 1829
• Pace of growth
• Affordable housing
• Development process

Infrastructure, Traffic, & Public Safety

• Traffic and roads
• Pedestrian infrastructure
• Water quality (West and North Scarborough)

Taxes and Financial Matters

• Tax increases
• Financial policy (Tax Increment Financing and Credit Enhancement Agreements)
• Town spending

Community Engagement & Communication

• Communication (staying informed)
• Public engagement processes

Other

• Beach parking
• Short Term Rentals
• Preservation

Read the full recap on our website for more details. We also share some upcoming activities related to each topic to encourage participation as they come up in 2026.

Upcoming Public Meetings

Wednesday, January 7

Town Council Workshop: Community Survey Results, 6:00pm

Regular Town Council Meeting, 7:00pm

Saturday, January 10

Town Council Goal Setting (in-person only), 8:00am-12:00pm

Wednesday, January 21

Regular Town Council Meeting, 7:00pm

All meetings are held in Council Chambers at Town Hall. Meetings are streamed on Zoom and YouTube unless otherwise indicated. Find links and times for all public meetings on the Town Calendar (links are typically added a few days prior to the meeting).

Outdoor Municipal Skating Pond & Ice Rink

Thanks to these frigid temps, Scarborough Community Services has opened our municipal skate ponds for the season. The pond is located at 20 Municipal Drive between the high school turf field and Wentworth School. Parking is available at Wentworth School or along the high school fields and tennis courts.

New this year! We've also added a new 60' x 100' ice rink, next to the tennis courts on Wentworth Drive. It will be for ice skating only; hockey is not permitted on this new rink due to safety and property damage concerns.

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 10:00am to 9:00pm

Saturday-Sunday: 9:00am to 9:00pm

Please note the status of the ponds are subject to change based on daily conditions. The status will be posted on our website on a daily basis and pinned to the top of the Community Services Facebook page (by Noon on weekdays and by 4:00pm on Fridays for the weekend). We recommend checking day-of before you plan your visit.

New Groomed Ski Trails, Too ⛷

Community Services is really leaning into winter this year! In addition to the new ice rink, they've also invested in a SnowDog machine to groom ski trails after snow days. They've taken it out for a spin at Memorial Park and the Eastern Trail so far. Grab your skis, get outside, and enjoy this new offering in town as weather permits!

Upcoming Programs to Beat the Winter Blues

The Winter 2025-26 Brochure is here! Check out our upcoming activities for Active Adult Programs, Teen Programs, Youth Programs, and Special Events

Public Works' Podcast Feature: Preparing for Winter Storms

Scarborough Public Works was invited to join the conversation for a "Let's Connect Greater Portland" radio show last month! The topic was "Unpacking how communities prepare for winter storms" and included Brett Frank, our Deputy Director of Public Works. He was joined by Mike Murray, Director of Public Works for the City of Portland and Caity Hager, Portland’s Emergency Management Coordinator.

The group discussed how plowing decisions are made, why parking bans matter, how roads are treated, what causes delays, and how communities plan for emergencies before a storm even hits.

Let's Connect Greater Portland is a WMPG radio show (aired live), produced by Greater Portland Council of Governments (GPCOG) and hosted by its Executive Director Kristina Egan. It's also available for listening on major podcast platforms. Listen here on Spotify.

Community Survey Results Are In

The Town recently completed its third community survey since 2021. Results remain consistent with previous years’ trends and help to inform staff and elected officials of general public sentiment on perceptions of services and where the town is headed.

The survey results offer many takeaways to be proud of. Overall satisfaction with living in Scarborough was very high, with 76% of residents either “very satisfied” or “satisfied” with the quality of life and 88% with feelings of safety in Scarborough. Satisfaction with municipal services was also among the highest rated areas of the survey. Customer service received from Town employees was at 91%, far above the national average of 38%. 

While there was broad acknowledgement that Town services are well run, there were also some recurring themes in areas of concern and to improve. The top three most significant issues that residents think Scarborough will face over the next five years were: pace of community growth/expansion (76%), affordability of Town services (property taxes) (72%), and affordable housing (34%). Transportation and traffic-related questions posed the most opportunity for improvement.

The survey has been an invaluable resource and point of reference as the Town Council considers which initiatives to pursue and where to prioritize spending investments and policy decisions. The Town of Scarborough appreciates the time and earnest feedback received from the 624 residents who completed the statistically valid survey, as well as the more than 300 others who contributed to the additional feedback from the online survey open to all.

Learn More: Survey Findings Presented in January 7th Workshop

Survey consultant ETC Institute will present the results of the 2025 community survey in a Town Council Workshop on January 7th. The workshop will be held from 6:00-7:00pm ahead of the regular meeting. Attend in person at Town Hall or watch live on YouTube.

Town Seeks Members for New Tree Care Advisory Board

This past fall the Town Council approved a new Tree Care Ordinance, established to preserve and enhance Scarborough's natural beauty and encourage healthy ecosystems. It regulates planting, maintenance, and removal of trees and shrubs on Town-owned properties and public rights-of-way, and establishes the Tree Care Advisory Board. These efforts were the result of a 2025 Council goal to explore a "Tree City" initiative to strengthen environmental protection.

The Town is now seeking members for the new Tree Care Advisory Board. Terms range from 1-3 years for initial appointments and the Board will meet a minimum of four times each year with additional meetings as needed.

Purpose & Duties

The purpose of the Board is to act in an advisory capacity to the Town Arborist with the following duties:

• Coordinate and promote Arbor Day activities

• Support public awareness and education relating to trees

• Review Town department concerns related to tree care

• Submit an annual report of its activities

• Assist with the annual application to renew the Tree City USA designation

• Develop and maintain a list of desirable trees for planting on public property, using the preferred species list from Chapter 405b Scarborough Site Plan Review Ordinance

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining this committee, we encourage you to apply soon using the Board & Committee Application Form on our website. Applications for all committees are reviewed on an ongoing basis, but Appointments & Negotiations Committee hopes to review Tree Care Advisory Board applications during their January 14th meeting.

Finance Department Completes Annual Town Audit

As is custom for this time of the year in Scarborough municipal government, the Finance department has successfully completed the Town’s audit. The audit was completed on December 17, 2025.

Many people wonder “Why does the Town need an audit?”. The short answer is the Town Charter and State statutes require an annual financial audit. The annual audit is conducted by an independent firm of certified public accountants appointed by the Town Council. The goal of each audit is to receive an unmodified (or “clean”) opinion on the financial statements from the audit firm. The financial statements are included in an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (“ACFR”). 

Finance department in May 2025, after receiving award in excellence for financial reporting. From left to right: Lisa Saulle, Emma Clark, Donna Rosacha, Rose Wills, Liz Hernandez, and Norman Kildow (Finance Director).

There are other reasons the Town needs an audit. The Town issues bonds to raise cash for capital assets such as school buildings, buses, computer hardware and software, police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, roads, snow plows, etc. The Town also applies for and receives various grants from the federal government. The spending related to these grants must be audited annually and reported to the federal government on a Single Audit report. 

Along with the annual audit, the Town of Scarborough School Department completed its required Summarized Financial Statements and a Reconciliation of Maine Educational Financial Systems (MEFS) to the Audited Financial Statements. 

Timely financial reporting by a public body is important to stakeholders. Stakeholders may be external (citizens, bond holders, ratings agencies, vendors, etc.) or internal (Town Council, staff). Stakeholders use financial information to decide how they will interact with the public body. Timely financial reporting makes the information to stakeholders more relevant.

One component of financial information often asked about is fund balance. Last year, the Town Council amended the Financial and Fiscal Policy to raise the minimum fund balance to ten percent of prior year’s budgeted operating expenses with a goal of exceeding 16.67%. The Town is making excellent progress towards that goal. The fund balance at June 30, 2025 was 16.19% of prior year’s budgeted operating expenses.

The Town and School finance staff continue to meet their mission of providing timely and accurate financial information so that stakeholders can make informed decisions.

2026 Buzz Word: Complete Streets

As the Town pursues road improvement projects, a key focus is to have more "complete streets" and incorporate this design whenever upgrades are made. "Complete streets” describes streets, roads and other transportation facilities designed for use and mobility by not only cars and trucks, but also walkers, joggers, bicyclists, and transit riders. It is a key element in ensuring a more livable, enjoyable community.

The Town has been working to “complete” our streets on an ongoing basis as street, road, intersection and pedestrian improvements are designed and constructed. Spurwink Road (Phase I) is a recent example, as it extended the sidewalk and widened bike lanes. There have also been regional efforts through local partners to address traffic safety and traffic calming. One example is Vision Zero, a holistic strategy aimed at eliminating all traffic fatalities and severe injuries suffered by all road users while increasing safe, healthy, equitable mobility for all.

You'll hear more from us about complete streets in 2026. The Town is currently working on a Scarborough Complete Streets & Traffic Calming Guidance Manual. The manual will help the Town make streets safer and more accommodating to all modes of transportation by creating a framework and clear definitions that can be referenced during road projects. The Town is also resuming work on the East Grand Avenue Complete Streets Project. The project will include a Complete Streets design and upgrades to the drainage infrastructure. There will continue to be public engagement opportunities for both of these projects, so follow along for details.

Council Corner: 2026: The Year in Preview

By Cory Fellows, Town Council Chair

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Scarborough Town Council.

Happy 2026! According to our smartphones and recently unwrapped wall calendars, the new year started on January 1st. Despite these recurring reminders, I’m assuming that I won’t be alone in erroneously writing “2025” in correspondence and on checks in the coming days; I actually did just that with the first line of this column!  

But it is in fact a new year, and the Scarborough Town Council actually turned the page back in November with the seating of the latest edition of the Council and the election of leadership. I was honored to be chosen as Chair, and to join my colleagues in supporting Larry Cain as Vice Chair. I look forward to working with Larry, the rest of the Council, and Town staff. We’ve already had many productive conversations, and are putting together a full docket for the coming year.

While the Chair has a role in establishing agendas and committee assignments, presides over Council meetings, and occasionally serves in a ceremonial capacity, they are still fundamentally just one of seven votes. Anyone can bring forward a motion or amendment and work to secure support for any question. And as described in previous Council Corners, much meaningful work occurs at the committee level – where I believe we have a strong and diverse lineup of chairs and participating members. 

As Council Chair I intend to follow the inclusive and consensus-oriented approach of my predecessor, with the goal of unanimity wherever feasible. That certainly doesn’t mean that we will ultimately agree on everything or that we won’t have some split votes, but the “getting to yes” principle is important to me because I believe it leads to better deliberation and outcomes – and because I feel strongly that our policies should have as much community and Council buy-in as possible.

In that spirit, and with the knowledge that we have a lot of work ahead of us, the Council will convene at Town Hall on the morning of January 10th to discuss its goals for the year. This is a unique opportunity for us to talk in an informal and (hopefully) relaxed setting about priorities and collectively decide which topics may merit special attention from committees and staff. While the resulting list of goals does not formally bind us to any particular actions or preclude the Council from considering other items going forward, it does serve as an important framework and reference point throughout the year.

With the important disclaimer that everything is subject to Council consensus and that other topics may be introduced, potential goal categories include:

• Growth management, including a strong response to the state’s “LD 1829” legislation which would significantly limit the Town’s planning and regulatory authority 

• Property taxes and affordability, with taxpayer impacts of the voter-approved school project in mind

• “Quality of life” considerations, including a short-term rental ordinance 

• Traffic and transportation, including addressing Route 1 and Payne Road issues 

• Communications and public engagement, with the continued objectives of ensuring transparency and providing opportunities for meaningful community input

Each of these issues came up repeatedly during the inaugural round of “Cake with Councilors,” at which pairs of Councilors had free-flowing conversations throughout the fall and early winter with residents at a variety of locations throughout Scarborough. We all appreciated the opportunity to engage with citizens outside of a formal meeting setting, with much more time for extended discussion. The sessions were well received, and our Communications Committee is already considering when to hold another round – as well as how to further spread the word and fine-tune logistics so we can maximize participation.

I sincerely hope that everyone had a joyous holiday season, and that 2026 will prove to be a peaceful and productive year despite the inevitable challenges. As always, please feel free to reach out to me at cfellows@scarboroughmaine.org with your thoughts or any questions. 

Scarborough Town Council

Cory Fellows (Chair) • Larry Cain (Vice Chair) • Jonathan Anderson • Scott Doherty • Bill Donovan • Michelle Hayes • Karin Shupe

Town Council meets the first and third Wednesday of each month (third Wednesday only in July and August). Visit our Town Calendar for links to attend and view agendas.

Clerk's Office: CLYNK Bags to Support Our Community

Join the Town of Scarborough in a CLYNK Challenge to benefit Project GRACE's fuel program fundraiser. The program offers assistance to community members in need of fuel assistance, especially during the challenging winter months of home heating. Pick up a CLYNK bag in the Town Clerk's office so that your can/bottle returns can support the fund.

Project GRACE is a Scarborough nonprofit helping to improve the lives of Scarborough neighbors through fuel assistance, food support, and more.

Renew Dog Licenses by January 31, 2026

Dog license registration is open for 2026, and are valid through December 31, 2026. Register or renew your dog license in person at the Clerk's office or online. (If you register your dog(s) online, you will receive your tag(s) at the beginning of the next month). All dog renewals must be completed by January 31, 2026. The cost is $6 (spay/neutered) or $11 (not spayed/neutered). There is an additional $25 late fee after February 1st. To receive a license for your dog, please come into the Town Clerk's Office at Town Hall during our business hours, Monday through Thursday from 7:00am-5:00pm.

Why do dogs need to be licensed? Many reasons! Dog licensing ensures rabies vaccination which protects the health of your pet. Fees also go directly to the Maine Animal Welfare Program to fight animal cruelty and abuse, accounting for 95% of the State Animal Welfare Program’s entire funding. Without these fees, the State would be unable to protect the animals of this state.

Sign Up for CodeRED Emergency Alerts

The Town's CodeRED computer alert system is used to quickly notify large groups of people for emergency situations like criminal activity, severe weather, road closures, evacuations, and missing persons. Only those who are signed up receive these alerts. It's free and secure to sign up for cell phone alerts. Select how to receive alerts: text, phone call and/or email. Help us keep you informed and safe by signing up for CodeRED.

Upcoming Programs at Scarborough Public Library

Death Cafe with Die Well Death Education

Tuesday, January 6, 5:30-7:00pm

Register

At a Death Cafe, people - often strangers - gather to eat cake, drink tea, and discuss death. Our objective is 'to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their finite lives.' It is a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session. Individually wrapped, homemade skull cakelets will be provided. All are welcome - join us! 

"We're all going to die, so why don't we talk about it? I'm not saying talk about it so incessantly that people generally avoid you, (although you can if you want - I usually do) but rather talk about what we would like our end-of-life experience, our death, and our disposition to look and be like. With clear and concise communication and preparation, you can - and will - create the strongest possibility that you will experience a 'good death.'" -Leona Oceania, from Die Well Death Education

Cultivating the Corpse Bloom: How a Medical Thriller Took Root with Maine Author Bryan Wiggins

Monday, January 12, 11:00am-12:00pm

Register

In this medical thriller, a transplanted surgeon tries to run from the Mexican Jungle back to the life he lost at home. When a kidney transplant performed by Boston General Hospital’s preeminent surgeon goes bad, the life of his patient is only the first thing Dr. Brad Baker will lose. Threatened with a malpractice suit, Brad takes a leave of absence to accept a job offer from Carlos Cardona, the suave director of a remote transplant clinic in Campeche, Mexico. But over the next several months, Brad becomes uneasy about the source of the cadaveric kidneys he transplants into his wealthy patients. By the time Brad learns of the true intentions of his employer, he finds escape nearly impossible from the jungle of incriminating circumstances he’s trapped within.

Longevity Seminar

Tuesday, January 13, 1:00-2:00pm

Register

Dr. Lauren St. Pierre, PT, DPT, GCS offers a presentation about the benefits of exercise for longevity and what simple skills are associated with living a long and healthy life. Participants will learn about recent medical studies that identify reduced mortality and other benefits for individuals who participate in exercise programs, as well as the type, intensity, and frequency necessary to live a longer, healthier life.

Lauren St. Pierre is a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University, Geriatric Certified Specialist, Certified Dementia Practitioner and Geriatric Program Coordinator at the Maine Strong Balance Centers. She has over 10 years of experience as a physical therapist working with the older population. She has developed a passion for helping people maintain a high quality of life for as many years as possible.