Celebrate Maine’s Bicentennial with a classic baked bean supper hosted by the Kennebec Estuary Land Trust, Maine’s First Ship, and the Merrymeeting Gleaners on Saturday, March 14 at 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Freight Shed in Bath.

Family, friends, and neighbors are invited to partake in this uniquely New England tradition and join us to socialize and enjoy a homemade supper. The potluck menu is provided and served by local celebrity chefs and volunteers and includes different styles of baked beans, delicious side dishes, and delectable desserts. No need to purchase a ticket. Arrive the evening of with a donation in hand for the Bath Area Food Bank or the Bath Area Backpack Program.

In addition to marking Maine’s 200 years of statehood, this splendid evening will support the local food security organizations, the Bath Area Food Bank and the Bath Area Backpack Program. These organizations serve residents of all ages in the greater Bath region. Desirable items to bring and donate: canned meats (chicken/tuna), boxed pasta, pasta sauce, baked beans, peanut butter, and canned fruit in fruit juice.

To learn more about the supper’s hosts and the wide variety of ways they support people in the Bath region, visit: Kennebec Estuary Land Trust at www.kennebecestuary.org; Maine’s First Ship at www.mfship.org; and the Merrymeeting Gleaners at www.merrymeetingfoodcouncil.org/merrymeeting-gleaners

The Bath Freight Shed is located at 27 Commercial Street in Bath. On street parking is available nearby. Questions about this event? Call KELT at 207-442-8400 or visit www.kennebecestuary.org