Goobies of Boothbay Harbor is trying to raise money to help save Kenniston Hill Inn from being torn down.
The gallery…
Culture
The Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Special is an event not to be missed at Thomas Point Beach, in Brunswick, Thursday, Aug, 28 through Sunday, Aug. 31.
The All-Star…
At the Movies
In September, we'll launch a new season of broadcasts from the National Theatre in London, a new season from the Metropolitan Opera, live performances from the Royal Shakespeare Company in…
A band best known for playing their music on the streets of New Orleans is bringing their unique “Big Easy” sound to Damariscotta's Schooner Landing Pub on Saturday, Aug. 30, at 8 p.m.
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When artist Ed McCartan was preparing a presentation for the Harlow Gallery in Hallowell about looking at abstract art, the gallery described his work as incorporating “botanical, spiritual and…
In collaboration with Lincoln Academy, Heartwood Theater Company will produce “Jekyll & Hyde, the musical” with shows currently scheduled between October 30 and November 9.
Students…
Lincoln Arts Festival’s annual boatyard art show and sale, Arts & Yachts, opens Thursday evening, Aug. 21, with a gala artists’ reception from 5-7 p.m., open to the public. The event continues…
The seventh annual show of work by the group known as the “Illuminateds” promises to be as varied and exciting a show as ever. This year's show will be held on Thursday, Aug. 28 with an opening…
At the Movies
“Jersey Boys,” directed by Clint Eastwood, is based on the Tony Award-winning musical about the iconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons. Their song hits included “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry…
Gold/Smith Gallery will be featuring the digitally mastered black and white and color photography by New York photographer David Wolk, Sept. 4 through Oct. 15. An open house reception for the…
The end of an exciting season of historical programs at Colonial Pemaquid will be celebrated in a concert by Castlebay on Saturday, Aug. 30. In two outdoor performances at 1 and 3 p.m., the…
D-E-C-A-D-E-N-T.
Decadent is the word to describe the “On the Move” event at Mine Oyster on August 16 attended by 70 people; most of whom are oyster lovers. Those who were not, such as my…
High Street in Wiscasset may have the best combination of haunts and history in the Midcoast, according to Sally Lobkowicz of Red Cloak Haunted History Tours. Bracketed on either end with historic…
Studio 53's new exhibit, opening August 29, will feature the works of New York City artists Victoria Wulff, Ewilena Bochenska and Adrian Landon. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, Aug…
Features award-winning artists The Mallett Brothers Band, Waylon Speed and next ‘Temp Tales’ episode
CAMDEN — To complete the high-energy, jam-packed summer the Midcoast has seen this summer, Necessary Music Productions is hosting a blow-out show at The Camden Opera House this week, featuring…
Expect changes for Harbor Fest this year, creator Lori Pecor said.
But also expect those changes to be improvements.
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For three days in August, the Friends of the Zorach Fountain will present a special exhibition of William Zorach's watercolors at the Georgetown Historical Society (GHS). Friends of the Zorach…
River Arts in Damariscotta invites the public to an opening reception for its newest exhibition, “The Sweet Life,” a solo show of contemporary functional pottery by Newcastle potter Liz Proffetty…
The traditional music of Scotland, Ireland and Sweden is beautiful, evocative and haunting. Performed on Celtic harp and viola da gamba, it is exquisite. On Saturday, Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. the Lincoln…
Maine Department of Education Commissioner update
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) joined over 90 educators, teaching artists, and interdisciplinary teams at the New England Summit on Arts Education, July 29-August 1, at the University of…
The Cowsills Trio capture a musical era full of memories and storytelling. On Saturday, Sept. 27, Bob, Susan and Paul Cowsill will play the Chocolate Church Arts Center, bringing their glorious…
Ellen Hutcheson (Boothbay), Barbara Klein (Bristol), Sally Loughridge (South Bristol), and Bob Vaughan (Bristol) are exhibiting over 90 original paintings in oil, soft pastel, and watercolor at…
St. Cecilia Chamber Choir will hold auditions for all voice parts at St. Andrew’s Church in Newcastle on Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Aug. 20, Aug. 27, Sept. 3, and Sept. 10.
Singers wishing to…
An exhibition of new paintings by Jessica Ives and mixed-media assemblages by Margaret Rizzio will be on display August 19-31 at The Good Supply in Pemaquid. An artists' reception will be held…
Elmo’s got the moves. Have you got the moves?
Families are invited to get up and get moving with Elmo, Abby Cadabby and everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends when Sesame Street Live “Let…
Pianists Frank Glazer and George Lopez join the DaPonte String Quartet for a two-concert festival called “Culture and Catastrophe” commemorating the 100th anniversary of World War I at Bates…
Bim Skala Bim formed in Boston, Mass., in 1983 as a Ska Rock band influenced by the bands in England’s 2 Tone movement, including King Hammond, as well as the music of the Clash, UB40 and Bob…
Discover Bath’s lively arts community during the 2014 season’s 3rd Friday Art Walk & Tour on Friday, Aug. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Venues will be marked on location with festive blue or green…
First Class Coach No. 2 was built by Jackson & Sharp Co. in Wilmington, Del., in 1903 for Maine's Franklin & Megantic Railway, which at one time stretched…
“How to Train Your Dragon 2” (PG, 1 hour 42 minutes)
It's been five years since Hiccup and Toothless successfully united dragons and vikings on the island of Berk. While Astrid, Snotlout…
“Chef” stars Jon Favreau as Carl Casper, a chef who suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant after refusing to compromise his creative integrity. Soon after he…
River Arts in Damariscotta is helping to celebrate Gov. Paul LePage’s newly proclaimed “Maine Day,” August 16, as a “day to celebrate the state, its people and its food,” by offering a free…
Tribute
NacNab's Tea Room.
Who among us doesn't have a handful (at least) of anecdotes about a trip to 5 Yu Lu Tea Lane in Boothbay to see Proprietress Fran Browne and that High Priestess of Tea (as…
Elmo’s got the moves. Have you got the moves?
Families are invited to get up and get moving with Elmo, Abby Cadabby and everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends when Sesame Street Live “Let…
The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
As part of the celebrations planned for the Portland Symphony Orchestra’s (PSO) 90th anniversary season, the PSO have been presenting free community concerts since July.…
If you love Maine and its mystique, you will want to come to the special art sale, “Mainescapes,” at the Lincoln Home on Thursday, Aug. 14 from 5 to 7 p.m.
View the work of Midcoast artists…
Get To Know...
Dick Macdonald is a master craftsman of stained glass art.
After 47 years of creating innumerable works of art, he still gets excited about his work.
“I've been attracted to glass…
Wings Over Wiscasset 2014
With a two-day turnout of about 7,500, Wings Over Wiscasset at Wiscasset Municipal Airport bettered its 2013 draw by about 2,500. This year’s event also raised more than $10,000 for veterans’…
Wings Over Wiscasset 2014
The man who has led the organizing of “Wings Over Wiscasset” its first two years will take a much smaller role next year, instead only booking the music.
Dennis St. Pierre said he wouldn’t…
The community is invited to attend a Family Concert on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Lincoln Theater in Damariscotta. The Damariscotta River…
The Harbor Theatre is presenting a matinee of “Chef” today, Aug. 13, at 2 p.m.
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Lee Sharkey, whose list of books, literary activities, awards, and more, cover several pages, will be the Poetry Leader for the Lincoln Arts Festival 2014…
Whether seen on HBO’s “Treme” or live at one of their legendary Tuesday night gigs at New Orleans’ Maple Leaf, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band is a true New Orleans institution.
Formed…
Watershed Center for the Ceramic Arts and the Harlow Gallery are collaborating to host a potluck dinner followed by an artist talk by Portland-based ceramic artist…
I popped the sushi oyster roll into my mouth.
I was intrigued first by the textures — rice, fried oyster,…
From performing at Carnegie Hall to being featured in Ken Burn’s PBS documentaries, such as “The National Parks,” and “The Dust Bowl,” Dana and Susan Robinson have been playing their trademark…
“Realism and Impressionism in Belgium, France and America” will open at the Wiscasset Bay Gallery on Saturday, Aug. 16. From views of Paris, the foothills of Vermont and the coast of Monhegan,…
Gary Jobson, world famous sailor and TV sailing commentator, spoke at the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club last week to a packed house of members and friends of sailing. Jobson is best known for his…
With their recent appearance at the United Nations, Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars continue to rise like a phoenix out of the ashes of war and have inflamed the passions of fans across the globe…
Sylvan Gallery new exhibition “Summer Arts Exhibition,” brims with the amazing work of the galleryʼs 18 talented contemporary artists.
In addition to its regular summer hours, the Wiscasset…
