Bridgton News reports 4-H lab and learning center community fundraising underway

The Bridgton News reported community fundraising efforts are underway to launch the Magic Lantern 4-H Innovation Lab and Learning Center in Bridgton. The $4 million campaign will purchase the Magic Lantern theater and expand the community engagement it offers with the development of an innovation lab and learning center for youth, the article states. The 4-H program, run by University of Maine Cooperative Extension, plans to continue running the theater and add educational programming focused on literacy, the arts, engineering and community education. This is a 4-H Youth Development, career and aspirations project, according to the article. The campaign includes naming opportunities for the lab and learning center and each of the theaters and balconies to honor individuals, families and local businesses. For more information, contact the Maine 4-H Foundation at 207.615.7300 or email susan.jennings@maine.edu.