Celebrating Africa Day & Community Development in Lewiston/Auburn🌍 Earlier this week, MCE Executive Director Tom Rainey joined an inspiring panel to speak at a community event hosted by Project Evolve 360, a new initiative focused on supporting local development. Tom had the opportunity to introduce MCE and share how our programs are supporting entrepreneurs across Maine. 👏 Huge thanks to event organizers Isidora Manuel, Executive Director of Project Evolve 360, and Stephani Nelon, Vice Director, for bringing the community together for such a meaningful evening. 📸 Photo credit: Project Evolve 360 #AfricaDay #CommunityDevelopment #LewistonAuburn #MaineEntrepreneurs #ProjectEvolve360 #SmallBizSupport (fb)

It’s a Shell-ebration 🦪 Sunday, June 8 | 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM 📍 Downeast Institute, 39 Wildflower Lane, Beals, Maine Dive into the world of shellfish aquaculture at this free, family-friendly community event! Explore the future of Maine’s aquaculture industry through: 🔹 Hatchery, farm, and lobster pound tours 🔹 Hands-on gear demos from shellfish experts 🔹 Taste-testing oysters, gold mussels & more 🔹 A giant touch tank and fun activities for all ages! Hosted in partnership with @downeastinstitute and @aquaculture_innovation_center this event brings together community members, aquaculture pros, and curious minds to connect, learn, and celebrate sustainable seafood. 🐟 Come for the fun, leave inspired! ❓Learn more: downeastinstitute.org/about-us/events #MaineAquaculture #SeafoodInnovation #DowneastInstitute #SustainableSeafood (fb)