Summertime 2016 Events
Summertime 2☼16 Events
Event dates and times are subject to change.
For more information on events, visit www.boothbayregister.com.
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~ May ~
1 Wizard of Odds Annual Open House, Art Show & Music Welcome to springtime in historic Head Tide Village in Alna, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Antiques, local artists and their works, free harp and lute concert.
7 Formal Unveiling of Restored WW&F Railway Locomotive #9 Event: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This steam locomotive returns to service after 82 years off the tracks. Waterville, Wiscasset & Farmington Railway, 97 Cross Rd., Alna. 207-882-4193. http://wwfry.org.
8 Mother's Day Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens: Moms admitted free all day! 132 Botanical Gardens Rd., Boothbay. 207-633-4333. www.mainegardens.org.
24 Portland String Quartet Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m., Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
28 Studio 53 Grand Opening Reception Featured artists: Gerald Immonen and Robert Hamilton, 5-8 p.m. Show runs through June 27. 53 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 207-633-2703.
29 Mindi Abair Saxophonist/vocalist. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. Tickets: 207-633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.org.
~ June ~
3 First Friday Art Tour The first tour of the summer at participating galleries from 2 to 9 p.m. At participating galleries. Open houses, demonstrations, refreshments. Check list of participants on the First Friday page at www.boothbayregister.com (just look for the icon), the current print edition of the Boothbay Register, or call 207-633-2703.
4 F amily Free For All Barrel Train Ride, adoptable dogs and puppies through rescue groups, more. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. 207-633-4727. www.railwayvillage.org.
4 National Trails Day Hike through forests and past scenic vistas of the tidal Cross River at 9 a.m. Group meets at the Cross River Preserve trail head. Visit www.bbrlt.org for all land trust property locations and maps.
4 & 5 History Comes Alive Antique car demos, antique aeroplane show (including 1917 Curtiss Jenny). Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.
8-25 “Ghost the Musical” Maine State Music Theater, 1 Bath Road, Brunswick on the Bowdoin College Campus in the Pickard Theater. Tickets: 207-725-8769 or www.msmt.org/tickets.
11 Liz Longley Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 or at www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
12 Father's Day Boothbay Railway Village Dads ride for free. Antique car exhibit and other collections. Route 27, Boothbay. 207-633-4727. www.boothbayrailwayvillage.org.
12 YMCA Golf Tournament At the Boothbay Harbor Country Club, Country Club Rd., Boothbay. Fundraiser for kids’ summer camps. Contact for info and registration: Lisa Van Dyk, lvandyk@brymac.org. 207-633-2855.
17 Behind Closed Doors at Castle Tucker Tour Wiscasset's castle, 10-11:30 a.m., 2 Lee St. Advance registration and tickets required. Call 207-882-7169 or visit www.historicnewengland.org.
17 - July 24 “Hooray for the USO!” An original comedy featuring music of the 1940's. Cabaret! Dinner! The Carousel Music Theater, 196 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor. For information and tickets: 207-633-5297 and www.carouselmusictheater.org.
18 Lobster Boat Races The racing season kicks off in Boothbay Harbor. 10 a.m. No rain date. Best viewing on Atlantic Avenue — Boothbay Harbor Lobster Wharf, Brown's Wharf Inn, Fishermen’s Memorial Park and Dept. of Marine Resources on McKown Point Road, W. Boothbay Harbor.
18 Birds of Chicago Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 7:30. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
18 Annual Lincoln County Historical Association Yard Sale At the 1811 Old Jail, 133 Federal St., Wiscasset. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. rain or shine. Collectibles, antiques, books and more. 207-882-7230.
18 & 19 All American Auto Meet Model T rides, antique car demos, aeroplane show. Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.
20 Summer Solstice at Lyric Meadow Farm Fun and games for the whole family by day. Outdoor evening screening of “A Midsummer Night's Dream,” and more. 107 Dover Rd., Boothbay. For more details, call Mary Linda: 207-350-1969 and visit www.lyricmeadowfarm.org.
23 Mapping Revolutionary Maine George Sproul's 1772 map, with speaker Ian Fowler, 7-8:30 p.m., Nickels-Sortwell House, 121 Main Street, Wiscasset. Registration recommended. For tickets: 207-882-7169 or www.historicnewengland.org.
25 Rocky Coast 5k and 10k Road Race, 1 mile Bunny Run & Walk Start at the Boothbay Region YMCA, Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 207-633-2855. www.windjammerdays.org.
25 Lobster Cove Meadow Hike … and local lore History walk and talk at 10 a.m. Meet at the Boothbay Region Land Trust preserve trail head. Hike is limited to 15, registration required: call 207-633-4818 or email brlt@bbrlt.org.
25 64th Strawberry Festival St. Philips Episcopal Church, 12 Hodge St., Wiscasset. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., crafts, auction, strawberry shortcake. Information: 207-882-7184.
June 26 – July 2 54th Annual Windjammer Days FestivalVisiting schooners, antique boat parade, waterfront concerts, children's activities, street parade, fireworks, tug across the harbor, and more. Call 207-504-0242 for more details or visit www.windjammerdays.org.
28 Studio 53 July Show Featured artists: Elena Jahn and Studio 53 Collective member Lynne Seitzer. New show by the artist collective, Robert Hamilton and Gerald Immonen; curated selections on the second floor. July show run through July 31. 53 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 207-633-2755.
29 WJD FIREWORKS Over the harbor – 9 p.m.
29-July 16 “Evita” Maine State Music Theater, 1 Bath Road, Brunswick on the Bowdoin College Campus in the Pickard Theater. Tickets: 207-725-8769 or www.msmt.org/tickets.
30 Leslie Stroud & Matthew Odell Flute and piano at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. www.boothbayoperahouse.com; box office: 207-633-5159.
~ July ~
1 John McCutcheon Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m., Tickets: www.boothbayoperahouse.com; box office: 207-633-5159.
1 First Friday Art Tour At participating galleries. Open houses, demonstrations, refreshments. Check list of participants on the First Friday page at www.boothbayregister.com (just look for the icon) or the current edition of the print version of the Boothbay Register.
1-4 Bath Heritage Days Parades, music, craft show, road races, firemen's muster, kid craft day and antique car show. http://bathheritagedays.com/.
2 Antique Engine Meet Gas, diesel and steam engines await. Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 207-633-4727. www.railwayvillage.org.
2 Seth Glier Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Box office: 207-633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
4 Annual Old Fashioned Fourth of July Chicken BBQ Boothbay Common, Route 27. Food, live music, crafts and games organized by the Boothbay Civic Association. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
4 12th Annual Rubber Ducky River Race Event begins at 3:36 p.m. -depending on the tide. Best viewing from the Newcastle-Damariscotta bridge. Pemaquid Watershed Association: 207-563-2196.
4 The Hallowell Community Band Concert Celebrating the Fourth at the Waterfront Park, Commercial St., Boothbay Harbor, 7:30 p.m. Get patriotic before the fireworks display!
4 Fourth of July Fireworks At 9 p.m. Best viewing: the Footbridge, Waterfront Park, Fishermen's Memorial Park, Department of Marine Resources, and on the water!
4 Family Fun Day Festivities will include a Carriage Parade – for dolls and real live babies – a kid carnival and more on Southport Island. Parade will end at Southport Central School (on Route 27), location of the carnival. For details, call Medea at 207-350-9142.
6 Tommy Shea Book Signing & Talk The award winning newspaper reporter and columnist will talk about his book, “Dingers: The 101 Most Memorable Home Runs in Baseball History,” at 9:30 a.m. Southport Memorial Library, 1032 Hendricks Hill Rd., Southport. 207-633-2741. www.townofsouthport.org
6 Suzanne Strempek Shea Book Signing The author will speak about her work, “This is Paradise.” Southport Memorial Library, 1032 Hendricks Hill Rd., Southport. 207-633-2741. www.townofsouthport.org
6 Stone Waves Gary Haven Smith's abstract stone sculpture through Oct. 23. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 132 Botanical Gardens Dr., Boothbay. 207-633-4333. www.mainegardens.org.
6 Breakers Jazz Band Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
7 Tim Sample Charles Kuralt once called him “Maine's humorist laureate,” and it stuck. See Sample in his annual show at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 7:30 p.m. 86 Townsend Ave., Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
8 Porter Preserve History Hike Discover the old foundation and well in the forest with BRLT. Hike limited to 15, registration required: call 207-633-4818 or email brlt@bbrlt.org.
9 & 10 Rod, Muscle and Custom Car Cruise In Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.
9 11th Annual Books In Boothbay Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. Free admission. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet over 50 of Maine's best writers of books for children and adults. 207-633-4727. www.railwayvillage.org.
9 Behind Closed Doors at Castle Tucker Tour Wiscasset's castle, 10-11:30 a.m. 2 Lee St. Advance registration and ticket fees required. Call 207-882-7169 or visit www.historicnewengland.org.
9 12th Annual Orne’s Candy Rock Skipping Contest by the Footbridge. Registration begins at 10 a.m., “skipping” at 11. To pre-register and for more information: 207-633-2695; or pre-register at Orne's Candy Store, 11 Commercial St., Boothbay Harbor.
9 Ice Cream Social Take the steam train from Sheepscot Station to Alna Center Station and enjoy locally made ice cream. Music, kite-flying, play old-fashioned games. Rain date July 10. Waterville, Wiscasset & Farmington Railway Museum, 97 Cross Rd., Alna. 207-882-4193. http://wwfry.org.
10 Dresden's Summerfest Pownalborough Court House off Route 128. Wagon rides, games, presentations, food, vendors and tours. Contacts: Pat: 207-737-8771; Peter: 207-737-2807.
10 Diary of the Wild The interpretations of four botanist artists of the wild and extraordinary through July 26. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 132 Botanical Gardens Dr., Boothbay. 207-633-4333. mainegardens.org.
13 Vienna Piano Trio Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
15 History of Ovens Mouth Preserve Walk and talk limited to 15, registration required. Contact the BRLT: 207-633-4818 or brlt@bbrlt.org.
15 Cultivating Color The work of Janet Ledoux in small paintings through Oct. 31. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 132 Botanical Gardens Dr., Boothbay. 207-633-4333. mainegardens.org.
15 Every Human Soul's a Garden II Paintings of Robin Reynolds through Oct. 31. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 132 Botanical Gardens Dr., Boothbay. 207-633-4333. mainegardens.org.
16 Almost Full Moon Kayak Paddle For experienced and intermediate kayakers beginning at Knickercane Boat Launch on Barters Island at 7:30 p.m., with registered guide, around the point of Porter Preserve. Bring your own kayak or rent one. Limited to 15, registration required. Contact BRLT: 207-633-4818 or brlt@bbrlt.org.
16 Rails, Tails & Ales Visit the beer brewers' tables at various locations around the Village. Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. Noon – 4 p.m., 207-633-4727. www.railwayvillage.org.
16 & 17 52nd Annual Antique Auto Days At Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. Over 50 visiting antique cars are on display. Antique car parade through downtown Boothbay Harbor July 20. More information: 207-633-4727. www.railwayvillage.org.
17 A bend Musik/Music of Vienna “ The Diva (soprano Diana Jacklin) and the Fiddler (violinist Hartmut Ometzberger), St. Patrick’s Church, 380 Academy Hill Road, Newcastle. 7 p.m. For details call Giova Management 207-882-9628.
20-Aug. 6 “Fiddler on the Roof” Maine State Music Theater, 1 Bath Road, Brunswick, on the Bowdoin College Campus in the Pickard Theater. Tickets: 207-725-8769 or www.msmt.org/tickets.
22 Annual Home & Garden Tour “The Sea Around Us,” a Boothbay Region Garden Club event. 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tickets limited and available at the Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce, 192 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor, 207-633-2353. Contacts: Pat McMurry 633-7405 and Irene Gerny 633-5052. www.boothbayregiongardenclub.org.
22 The Age of Innocence/Tuckers of Wiscasset 19th century society and the lives of Capt. Richard and Mollie Tucker. 2 Lee St. Tour 10 a.m. to noon. Advance registration and ticket fees. Call 207-882-7169 or visit www.historicnewengland.org.
22 The Quebe Sisters Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Texas fiddlers. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
23 33rd Annual Summerfest Fair On the Wiscasset Common, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cafe, dog parade, crafts, plants, games, treasures, baked goods, giant yard sale and music by Jeff Grosser and his band. Burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches at the Uncommon Café. 206-882-7544, www.uccwiscasset.org.
23 Chanticleer Twelve male voices, soprano to bass, sing original interpretations of vocal literature – from Renaissance to jazz to contemporary tunes. 7:30 p.m., Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
23 & 24 T ruck, Tractor & Commercial Vehicle Meet Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.
24 Maine Open Farm Day At Lyric Meadow Farm. Visit with the animals - horses, alpacas, guinea hens, chickens; learn about bees and herbs, pony rides; meet Philomena Pig, more! 107 Dover Rd., Boothbay. For details, call Mary Linda: 207-350-1969 or visit www.lyricmeadowfarm.org.
24 Abend Musik/Music of Vienna “Who’s Afraid of Opera” featuring works by Mozart, Puccini, Wagner, Strauss. St. Patrick’s Church, 380 Academy Hill Road, Newcastle. 7 p.m. For details call Giova Management 207-882-9628.
26 “Happily Ever After” A twisted fairytale comedy musical revue. Cabaret! Dinner! The Carousel Music Theater, 196 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor. For information and tickets: 207-633-5297 and www.carouselmusictheater.org.
27 T he High Kings Irish folk. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
28 Botanicals & Still Lifes Paintings of Gail Spien through Aug. 7. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 132 Botanical Gardens Dr., Boothbay. 207-633-4333. mainegardens.org.
28 The Ennis Sisters Contemporary folk with a traditional Irish Newfoundland twist. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
30 Darlingside Boston quartet. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
30 Salt River Music Fest Music by local and regional bands and other performers, pig roast, games, dancing, holistic practitioners, organic products booths. A ticketed event. For more information, visit Salt River Music Fest and Salt River Farm on Facebook or email musicfarmerman@gmail.com.
30 Lyman & Antique Boat Rendezvous Event begins at 10 am. Includes a parade of boats through the harbor, a luncheon and awards - smallest boat, largest boat, best dressed, etc. For details call Mary Linda at 207-350-1969.
~ August ~
1 Studio 53 August Show Featuring Studio 53 Collective member Priscilla May Alden and Richard Alden. Also new works by the Artist Collective and the curated selections of Robert Hamilton and Gerald Immonen on the second floor. 53 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 207-633-2755.
5 First Friday Art Walk Tour At participating galleries. Open houses, demonstrations, refreshments. Check list of participants on the First Friday page at www.boothbayregister.com (just look for the icon) or the current edition of the print version of the Boothbay Register.
5 89th Book and Bake Sale Books of all genres for children and adults, games, DVDs … at reduced prices. Home baked goods. Southport Memorial Library, 1032 Hendricks Hill Rd., Southport. 207-633-2741. www.townofsouthport.org.
6 Annual Rotary Auction on the Boothbay Common, Route 27, Boothbay, 8 a.m. The annual extravaganza features a silent and live auction with everything from teaspoons to boats.
6 Fashions of Their Times Nickels-Sortwell House Barn, 2-4 p.m., 121 Main St., Wiscasset. See and hear about fashion for women from 1805-1920 with Peggy Konitzky. Examples and illustrations. Advance registration and tickets required. 207-882-7169 or www.historicnewengland.org.
6 & 7 Maine Stone Working Weekend Stone-cutting demonstrations, exhibits, lectures by members of the Maine Stone Workers Guild. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Route 27, Boothbay. 207-633-4727. www.railwayvillage.org.
6 & 7 Wings & Wheels Spectacular Classic cars, World War II Warbirds and assorted aerobatic performances at Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.
6 & 7 Southport Yacht Club Arts & Crafts Show Crafts and other items in the Clubhouse and Junior Building at 38 Cosy Harbor Rd., Southport. Both days 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 207-633-2117.
10 - 27 “Mamma Mia” Maine State Music Theater, 1 Bath Road, Brunswick, on the Bowdoin College Campus in the Pickard Theater. Tickets: 207-725-8769 or www.msmt.org/tickets.
11 Maura O'Connell & Karan Casey Two Irish lasses present “A Celebration of Song and Life.” Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m.. Tickets: 207-633-5159. www. boothbayoperahouse.com.
12 Lincoln Arts Festival Chorus & Friends In concert: LAF chorus joined by Suzanne Nance, John Adams and the DaPonte String Quartet. 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
13 St. Columba’s 10th Annual Blueberry Festival St. Columba's Episcopal Church, 32 Emery Ln., Boothbay Harbor, 8 a. m. to 2 p. m. 207-441-2512.
13 23rd YMCA Southport Rowgatta Newagen Town Landing, Route 238, 8:30 a.m. A 12-mile trip around the island for canoes, kayaks or rowboats. Contact: Abby Jones, ajones@brymca.org.
13 Alison Brown Band Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
13 &14 Annual Picnic at the WW&F Railway Food and fun for everyone! Trains operate the regular timetable, but there are often extras, such as photo freights or early gas engines on display. Picnic lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Waterville, Wiscasset & Farmington Railway Museum, 97 Cross Rd., Alna. 207-882-4193. http://wwfry.org.
13 & 14 Olde Bristol Days Five days of endless jazz, barbecues, games, lobster boat races, a parade and fireworks at Colonial Pemaquid/Fort William Henry, Pemaquid Beach and other locations. Most of the events occur on these dates. Full schedule at: www.oldebristoldays.org.
13 & 14 Annual Saltwater Fishing Tournament Weigh-ins both days at 5 p.m. at Boothbay Lobster Wharf (97 Atlantic Avenue, Boothbay Harbor). Prizes for kids and adults. Tickets – Adults/$20, kids 12 and under free (with an adult ticket holder) at Oak Street Provisions, 207-633-1290 (43 Oak St.) Contact: Barry Gibson: 207-633-5929.
14 8th Annual Garden Party & Awards Ceremony At the Frances Perkins Homestead, 3-5 p.m., ticketed event/fundraiser. Tickets at www.brownpapertickets.com. For more details: 207-563-3374 or www.francesperkinscenter.org.
14 Abend Musik/Music of Vienna “Music for a Summer Evening” featuring baritone John Reinhardt, and the works of Schubert, Brahms, Schumann and Strauss. St. Patrick’s Church, 380 Academy Hill Road, Newcastle. 7 p.m. For details call Giova Management 207-882-9628.
18 Hot Club of Cowtown Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. This trio of fiddle, guitar and bass plays a combo of hot jazz and western swing. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
18 – 21 Arts & Yachts Boatyard Show & Sale At Hodgdon Yacht Services, 100 Ebenecook Rd., Southport Island. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. all three days. For more information: 207-633-3913.
19 History of Indiantown Island Preserve Learn the amazing human history of this mesmerizing BRLT preserve and discoveries of an archaeological dig 20 years ago. Limited to 15, registration required. Contact BRLT: 207-633-4818 or brlt@bbrlt.org.
19 The Age of Innocence/Tuckers of Wiscasset 19th century society and the lives of Capt. Richard and Mollie Tucker. 2 Lee St. Tour 10 a.m. to noon. Advance registration and ticket fees. Call 207-882-7169 or visit www.historicnewengland.org.
19 & 20 39th Annual New England Auto Auction 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.
20 Southport Fireman's Auction Southport Fire Station, Route 27, Southport. Saturday, Aug. 22. Flea market opens 6 a.m., miscellaneous items in the garden at 7 a.m., auction at 9 a.m.
23 “In the Parlor with the Candlestick” An original murder mystery with a Cole Porter soundtrack. Cabaret! Dinner! The Carousel Music Theater, 196 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor. For information and tickets: 207-633-5297 and www.carouselmusictheater.org.
25 Mrs. Tucker's Supper What did Mollie Tucker cook up that day that was so exciting? Find out at Castle Tucker, 2 Lee St., Wiscasset. 9-11 a.m. Space limited, advance registration and tickets required. Call 207-882-7169 or visit www.historicnewengland.org.
26 Kayak Paddle to Indiantown Preserve For intermediate and advanced paddlers. Launch at Knickercane Boat Launch, Barters Island at 9:30 a.m. Trip includes time for a short hike on the island. Limited to 15 participants, registration required. Contact BRLT: 207-633-4818 or brlt@bbrlt.org.
27 Bob Milne A night of boogie-woogie with the internationally known pianist. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com
28 Studio 53 September Show Featured artist: David Estey in a show of new work by the artist collective and the curated selections of Robert Hamilton and Gerald Immonen on the second floor. 53 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 207-633-2755.
~ September ~
Sept. 2 – 11 4th Annual Harbor FestThis 10-day festival features unique and vibrant events that celebrate our local lifestyle and heritage. Live music, all genres; 5k & Half Marathon, wellness retreat, A Stroke of Art (invitational, 7 days of painting, sales and receptions), Photographer's Retreat, Ware It's At (yup, shopping events), Fishin' For Fashion (the ultimate unconventional design challenge), Restaurant Theme Week. For details, visit www.boothbayharborfest.com or contact Lori: 207-671-7676 and bbharborfest@gmail.com.
2 First Friday Art Walk Tour At participating galleries. Open houses, demonstrations, refreshments. Call 207-633-7025, see First Friday page at www.boothbayregister.com for details.
3 & 4 Vintage Motorcycle Meet Harley-Davidson, Triumph, Indian, Ducati ... more! All pre-1996 motorcycles (and riders) admitted free! 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.
6 & 7 Maine Stone Working Weekend Stone-cutting demonstrations, exhibits, lectures. Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. 207-633-4727. www.railwayvillage.org.
7 Plants in Our Past Investigate the plants on BRLT's Porter Preserve with CMBG staff botanist known and used by Boothbay region ancestors. 10 a.m. Limited to 15, registration required. Contact BRLT: 207-633-4818 or brlt@bbrlt.org.
9 Behind Closed Doors at Castle Tucker Tour Wiscasset's castle, 10-11:30 a.m. 2 Lee St., Advance registration and ticket fees. Call 207-882-7169 or visit www.historicnewengland.org.
9 Portraits of the Extraordinary Juried show of the CMBG Photography Club through Oct. 31. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 132 Botanical Gardens Dr., Boothbay. 207-633-4333. mainegardens.org.
10 Open Lighthouse Day Visit Burnt Island! One trip. Tickets and departure Pier 8, the Balmy Days Cruises booth. Tickets/information: 1-800-298-2284 or 207-633-2284. Full list of participating lighthouse destinations at www.lighthousefoundation.org. www.keepersofburntislandlight.com.
10 & 11 Maine State Open at Dolphin Mini Golf ~ Year 23! Nautical-themed,18-hole course. Entry forms at www.dolphinminigolf.com. 510 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay.
17 The Great Hike Fun for the whole family! Stroll the salt marsh and tidal waters of Ovens Mouth Preserve while searching for clues (for prizes!) in a scavenger hunt. A barbecue on a private farm follows the hunt with live music and more games. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets required - $15/individual, $25/couples, $30/family. For details and tickets: 207-633-4818.
15 4th Annual Claw Down / Local chef’s Lobster Bite Competition Attendees taste and compare entries to determine which is the “People's Choice.” 6-9 p.m., Ocean Point Marina, Route 96, East Boothbay. Details/tickets: Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce, 207-633-2353.
23 Fashions of Their Times Nickels-Sortwell House Barn, 2-4 p.m., 121 Main St., Wiscasset. See and hear about fashion for women from 1805-1920 with Peggy Konitzky. Examples and illustrations. Advance registration and tickets required. 207-882-7169 or www.historicnewengland.org.
23 John Gorka The folk singer-songwriter at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 207-633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com.
23-25 Annual Boothbay Charities Classic A golf tournament to benefit Special Olympics Maine. Golf with sports celebrities at Boothbay Harbor Country Club; lobster bake, auctions of sports memorabilia at Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. FMI: Brenda at 207-633-5149.
24 Fall Festival Fun for the whole family. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take the train to our Alna Center stop and discover kids’ games, face painting, apple bobbing, pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, hay rides in the back of a Model AA truck, hand car rides and model T railcar rides, bluegrass music. Kids 3 and under are free. Waterville, Wiscasset & Farmington Railway Museum, 97 Cross Rd., Alna. 207-882-4193. http://wwfry.org.
24 & 25 National Alpaca Farm Days At Lyric Meadow Farm, 107 Dover Rd., Boothbay. Visit the farm and learn about alpacas! Also — pony rides! For more information, call Mary Linda at 207-350-1969 and visit www.lyricmeadowfarm.org.
24 & 25 Foreign Auto Fest Spotlight on vintage Volvos. All Volvos pre-1996 are admitted free. Activities, Model T rides, more. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.
25 15th Annual Pemaquid Oyster Festival Schooner Landing Restaurant, Main St., Damariscotta. Noon to dusk. Music, oyster poetry contest, boat trips. More information: 207-380-9912.
~ October ~
1 Oktoberfest On the Wiscasset Common, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pumpkin -decorating, apples and pumpkins will be for sale, yard sale with knitted mittens, scarves, and other crafts. Grilled bratwurst n' hot dogs, German sauerkraut, chips, and beverages for lunch. Homemade baked goods available.
1 & 2 Family Harvest Days Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. An old fashioned family celebration of autumn. Apple cider pressing, pumpkin hayride, butter churning, more. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. 207-633-4727. www.RailwayVillage.org.
7 First Friday Art Tour Last of the season, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. At participating galleries. Open houses, demonstrations, refreshments. Call 207-633-7025, see First Friday promo page at www.boothbayregister.com for details.
7-10 10th Annual Pumpkinfest Various locations in Damariscotta. Pumpkin-carving, decorating contest, pumpkin boat regatta, pumpkin hurl, parade. http://damariscottapumpkinfest.com/.
8 &9 49th Annual Fall Foliage Festival NEW this year: pumpkin-carving contest with kid, adult and professional artist categories! Up to 100 vendors display their wares: jewelry, clothing, food, honey, art, crafts and musical entertainment. Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. FMI: 207-633-4727.
