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TOWN HALL CALENDARS NOW AVAILABLE

12/29/2022: These beautiful calendars are available and may be purchased at the Town Office for $10 each. The proceeds benefit the Town Hall Renovation Project. These calendars make great gifts and would be a stunning addition to any home or office. Get yours now while supplies last!!

Warming Centers

12/23/2022: Bowdoinham Fire/Rescue will be open 5-10pm tonight, December 23rd and will reopen 7am-4pm on December 24th. Notice from Sagadahoc County Emergency Services: WARMING CENTER OPENINGS:

2022 Giving Tree

12/22/2022: 2022 Giving Tree Deadline was 12/19/2022, All 2022 deliveries and donations have been made as of 12/21/2022.

Seeking full-time position of Planning & Development Director.

12/21/2022: The Town of Bowdoinham is currently seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Planning & Development Director. This is a professional and administrative position responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of the Town’s planning, economic and community development goals and objectives. This position works closely with the community, Town committees and community organizations to support Bowdoinham businesses, coordinate community events, create Town plans and manage projects.

Holiday Light Contest Winners

12/21/2022: Announcing Winners of Bowdoinham Light Decorating Contest, 2022: Congratulations to 26 Main Street, winner of "Best Decorations" category, and 51 Beechnut Ridge Lane, winner of "Facebook Favorite" category, and a big THANK YOU to all participants for helping to light up the season!

Last Minute Holiday Shopping at the Town Office

12/14/2022: Looking for that last minute gift for those loved ones from away or your favorite hometown enthusiast? Look no further than your own Town Office. We have a variety of Bowdoinham merchandise on sale: collector plates, cookbooks, totes, hats, tees and more. Come visit us during regular business hours, do some shopping, say Hello, grab a candy cane for yourself and a sticker or two for the kids.

2022 Town Office Holiday Closures

12/12/2022: This Holiday Season the Office will be closed for 1 hour on Dec. 21st 11:30-12:30. The Office will be closed all day on Monday December 23, Friday December 26 as well as Monday January 2nd. The Staff wishes you and your family a safe and happy Holiday.

Holiday Festival 2022 Event Schedule

12/02/2022: See website for updated event schedule

Deadline for entering the holiday light decorating contest extended to December 5th

12/01/2022: Light Decorating Contest Join us in decorating for our Holiday Lights Contest! It’s a perfect year to go look at holiday lights. This year, there will be $250 prizes each for two categories: best decorations, and Facebook favorite.

Holiday Giving Tree

11/22/2022: The giving season is quickly approaching, and have started preparations here at the Town Office. If you would like to help bring some holiday cheer to our fellow residents all you need to do is choose a gift tag from the giving tree go starting November 28th. The gift tags will have all the pertinent information that is needed. We ask that you bring the unwrapped gift (along with the gift tag attached) back to the Town Office by Monday, December 19th.

Upcoming Events

The Maine Fermentation Fair

Sat, 10/21/2023 - 2:00 pm

The Maine Fermentation Fair

Sun, 10/22/2023 - 10:00 am

Town Hall Committee Meeting

Tue, 10/24/2023 - 4:30 pm

Select Board Meeting

Tue, 10/24/2023 - 6:30 pm

Bridge

Wed, 10/25/2023 - 9:30 am

Cribbage

Thu, 10/26/2023 - 9:30 am

We are Hiring:

On-Call Snowplow Operator Wanted

09/19/2023

The Town of Bowdoinham is currently seeking qualified applicants for an on-call snowplow operator. The successful candidate must hold a valid Maine CDL license and be able to work long hours and be available during all winter storms. Previous plowing experience preferred. Successful applicant must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Wages are negotiable based on qualifications.

We are looking for full-time Public Works Driver/Operators

09/05/2023

The Town of Bowdoinham is currently seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Public Works Driver/Operator. This position is responsible for snow removal and sanding/salting operations, road, sidewalk and drainage construction and maintenance, park and cemetery maintenance, vehicle maintenance and other duties as assigned. Preference will be given to applicants that hold a… more

Public Works Driver.Operator.Laborer Job Description.pdf

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