AUGUSTA -- Gov. John Baldacci will host an energy savings program that is open to the public at 6:30 p.m. on October 1, according to his office.

The governor and energy experts will be at the Kennebec Valley Community College in Fairfield, which will be linked up live to the other six community colleges across the state.

The seminar is designed for homeowners and businesses who want to learn more about a number of low-cost, do-it-yourself projects that they can accomplish to help save energy - and money - this winter season.

Tips include basic home improvement repairs to stop cold air from leaking into buildings, such as filling holes around foundations and attics; sealing gaps in windows and doors; and finding trouble areas to add insulation to.

The one-hour program will be available after Oct. 1 on the State's energy assistance Web site, and instructional DVDs will be included in the Keep ME Warm kits that will be available mid-October.

To register for the program, call 629-4000, or e-mail winter@mccs.me.edu with:

•Your Name

•Your E-mail Address

•Your Contact Telephone #

•The LOCATION you plan to attend (listed below)

Central Maine Community College, Auburn
Kirk Hall - Lecture Room 103

Eastern Maine Community College, Bangor
Rangeley Hall - Room 501A

Kennebec Valley Community College, Fairfield
Carter Hall - Lecture Hall

Northern Maine Community College, Presque Isle
Christie Building - Lecture Hall

Southern Maine Community College, South Portland
Hildreth Hall - Room 101

Washington County Community College, Calais
Administration Building - Assembly Room

York County Community College, Wells
Administration Building - Function Room

Maine Community College System, Augusta
Board Room - 1st Floor