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• Great turnout for Dec. 5 Community Lunch

  Wed, 12/07/2022 - 8:45am

  

  Wow! What a turnout! St. Columba's hosted the Dec. 5 Community Lunch at Brady’s with what was by far the biggest turnout to date. All enjoyed haddock chowder, ham and cabbage, turkey chili, cream of parsnip soup, cornbread, and Abby Shaw's chocolate bread pudding. Community Lunch on Dec. 12 will be hosted by Bob and Kitty Boyd. Please join us every Monday at 11:30 at Brady's, 25 Union Street.

• Dec. 7 update: Midcoast adds 15 new COVID-19 cases

  Wed, 12/07/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• Peter Panagore first up on new NDE YouTube channel

  Tue, 12/06/2022 - 2:30pm

  

  Last month, the new YouTube channel, Coming Home, dedicated to presenting the experiences of people who’ve had near death experiences (NDE) was launched. The channel is a dream of California-based based brothers Jesse and Eliot Estrin. Jesse Estrin has been reading about people who’ve had these experiences and their lifelong effects. About three years ago, he read about East Boothbay resident Peter Panagore’s NDE in the book “Heaven Is Beautiful,” written by Panagore in 2015. “I loved the book...

• Inflation likely to have major impact on CSD school project

  Tue, 12/06/2022 - 12:00pm

  

  An inflation rate hovering close to 8% will likely have a big impact on the Community School District’s construction project. During the Nov. 28 Building Exploratory Committee meeting, school officials reported the estimated renovation and construction project had increased to $98 million which is up 22% from a previous estimate. Part of the increase is due to a committee decision to include a $3 million middle school addition. Other projected increases are due to likely rising costs from more...
• Boothbay Region Garden Club

  It was a jolly Holiday Festival

  Tue, 12/06/2022 - 9:45am

  

  Boothbay Region Garden Club held its annual Holiday Festival Dec. 2 and 3 in a new location and, by early accounts, both the event and location met with great reviews. There were shops – Etc., Nature’s Gifts, Table & Mantle, Santa’s Sweet Shoppe, Wreaths, and themed, decorated holiday trees that ranged from 2’ to 5’. Themes included Mah Jongg, support Ukraine, Jesus is the reason, puzzle pieces, and more. “Dinner’s Ready,” the soups, chowders and casserole meals cooked up by garden club...

• Dec. 6 update: Midcoast adds 18 new COVID-19 cases

  Tue, 12/06/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• Men’s Night!

  Mon, 12/05/2022 - 8:30pm

  Wednesday, Dec. 14 Still workin on that shopping list? Come to Boothbay Harbor where business owners will hold their final sale for the holidays. Fun. Food. Shopping! 6-9 p.m. Look for the ad with all participating businesses in the Dec. 8 edition of the Boothbay Register / Wiscasset Newspaper.

• North Pole Express rolling down the tracks

  Mon, 12/05/2022 - 10:30am

  

  A rainy start to Boothbay Railway Village Museum’s annual three weekend North Pole Express didn’t deter folks from coming to the Route 27 facility on Saturday, Dec. 3. Sunday’s weather was cooler, but at least it was dry. After Santa greeted the children on the BRVM’s train, the big guy stayed at the “North Pole, and the passengers rode back to the Village’s Freeport Station for more festivities. There was readings in the Spruce Point Chapel, make your own s’mores, vintage holiday displays, hot...

• Out and about for holiday crafts, food and more

  Mon, 12/05/2022 - 10:15am

  

  Being inside on a rainy December Saturday was what it was all about Dec. 3, and greeting those arriving at the Congregational and Methodist churches in Boothbay Harbor, and the Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum open house, were multitudes of holiday warmth and cheer. The Congregational Church Christmas Fair in the church’s Fellowship Hall was bustling with people and the sales of holiday bakes goods – including a popular Cookie Walk – jewelry and a soup luncheon were brisk. All proceeds...

• Santa, Mrs. Claus and crew come ashore!

  Mon, 12/05/2022 - 8:45am

  

  Dozens of children and adults were excited to see Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and a handful of elves arrive at the Boothbay Harbor town dock on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 4 as they stepped off the excursion boat Novelty , which picked up the North Pole group. The Boothbay Lights event was delayed a day as rain fell on Saturday. As Santa and crew made their way into Waterfront Park off Commercial Street, Mr. and Mrs. Claus talked with the excited children before the group moved across the park to...

• Dec. 3 update: Midcoast adds eight new COVID-19 cases

  Sat, 12/03/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• Finding Our Voices awarded $10k by the Sam L. Cohen Foundation 

  Sat, 12/03/2022 - 8:00am

  

  Finding Our Voices (FOV) has been awarded $10,000 from the Sam L. Cohen Foundation. The grant will bring safety and freedom to Maine women and children trapped in domestic abuse, through the Finding Our Voices Get Out Stay Out fund. The fund pays for short-term motel stays, apartment rent, car repairs and gas cards, computer repair, legal consultations, and storage unit and U-Haul fees. “This generous grant from such a prestigious organization as the Sam L. Cohen Foundation is a wonderful...
• Southport

  Spare change funding school project

  Fri, 12/02/2022 - 8:45am

  

  Southport Central School students believe some spare nickels, dimes and quarters can change the look of their campus. Students have enlisted World of Change, a Portland-based nonprofit to raise money for the Southport Community Project. World of Change estimates there is about $10 billion of spare change in the U.S. and promotes donating these coins to civic causes. The fundraising beneficiary is Southport Community Project. A couple years ago, Principal Lisa Clarke started talking about...

• Dec. 2 update: Midcoast adds seven new COVID-19 cases

  Fri, 12/02/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• Dec. 1 update: Midcoast adds 11 new COVID-19 cases

  Thu, 12/01/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• The Opera House Dough Ball 2011

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 2:30pm

  

  Another blast from the past – The Opera House Dough Ball from 2011. Gingerbread houses, decorated tables and trees, food, drinks and dancing highlighted the night. We didn’t use all these photos online back then so we thought we would use them since we’ve got them.

• Midcoast Senior College takes the boring out of winter for area seniors

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 12:45pm

  Midcoast Senior College, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing educational opportunities to lifelong senior learners in Midcoast Maine, has announced a January and February line-up of events that range in topics from Maine’s future economy and historical past, how-to’s on photography, writing, fly-tying, and sign language, and lectures on medicine, history, arts, and literature. Most events are completely free of charge. For the first time in three years, MSC’s annual free Winter...

• Donations welcome for BRHS food closet

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 12:00pm

  

  The School Based Health Center at Boothbay Region High School is in need of donated food. The food is for any student based out of the BRHS food closet. If anyone in the community would like to donate, please contact the office or Mindy LaBrecque at Aminda.labrecque@mainehealth .org or by calling the School Health Center at 207-633-1934.

• AOS 98 December school meetings

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 11:15am

  Monday, Dec. 5: Edgecomb Eddy School School Committee, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6: CSD Board of Trustees, 5:15 p.m., BRHS library Thursday, Dec. 8: AOS 98 Committee, 6 p.m., BRHS library Tuesday, Dec. 13: CSD School Board, 5:15 p.m., BRHS library Monday, Dec. 19: Southport Central School School Committee, 4 p.m.

• Boothbay Lights update

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 10:15am

  

  The Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce and Boothbay Lights have announced they are keeping an eye on Saturday’s weather – rain and wind in the forecast -- for the scheduled arrival of Santa Claus and friends – and other events, such as the Lighted Boat Parade and Fireworks. Announcements regarding any changes in plans will be made on the Chamber’s Facebook page at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. If Santa’s arrival is postponed, he will arrive on Sunday, Dec. 4, 3-5 p.m.

• The Gingerbread Spectacular 2022: Dec. 16-18

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 8:45am

  

  Confirmed gingerbread professionals and closet bakers, young novices, masters of the dough, and others throughout the Midcoast have begun design and construction work on their confectionery entries into the 16th Annual Gingerbread Spectacular being staged at the Opera House in Boothbay Harbor this holiday season. This Dec. 16-18 marks the annual convergence of all things gingerbread in the hilarious and often stunningly creative Spectacular that has become a beloved tradition in the Boothbay...

• BRHS Project Graduation raffle drawing Dec. 14

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 8:30am

  The Boothbay Region High School Class of 2023 is holding a raffle to raise funds for their Project Graduation trip to Boston in June 2023. Drawing #1 - $100 gift card to Pinkham’s Gourmet Market, $25 gift card to Farm 23 and a $25 gift card to Hannaford. Drawing #2 - $100 gift card to Atlantic Edge Lobster, $25 gift card to Farm 23 and a $25 gift card to Hannaford. Tickets are: 1 for $3, 5 for $10, 10 for $20 Drawing will be held Dec. 14 and the winner will be notified by phone. Please see any...

• Nov. 30 update: Midcoast adds 16 new COVID-19 cases

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• Historical Society looking for digitization volunteers

  Wed, 11/30/2022 - 7:30am

  

  Do you love local history? The Boothbay Region Historical Society is asking for volunteers to help digitize its collections. A survey conducted by the Society last March demonstrated that digitizing the collections was not only a top priority for members but also for the community at large. Volunteers have begun scanning the Society’s extensive collection of photographs and documents chronicling Boothbay region’s history, but with many thousands of items in the collection, more volunteers are...
• 3rd annual Fire Truck Parade and Competition

  Southport Fire Department brings home Dalmatian Cup

  Tue, 11/29/2022 - 12:30pm

  

  Southport Fire Department showcased its new engine in the 3rd annual Fire Truck Parade and Competition and took home the Dalmatian Cup and the People’s Choice Award Nov. 26. Madison “Maddie” Gaudette said the group of people who showed up for the planning meeting all came up with the design. “It was a team effort – a big team effort! We used our new truck that has really big bumpers on the front and back – perfect to put decorations on. The big lights on the sides of the truck used to be on Jon...

• For great shopping, Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest, Dec. 2-4

  Tue, 11/29/2022 - 8:30am

  

  Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest is the destination for gift-givers who want to shop small, local, and crafty. For three days, Friday, Dec. 2 through Sunday, Dec. 4, shoppers can peruse a collection of fine specialty shops, art and antique galleries, and artisan wares. With plenty of free parking, the very walkable Village also offers free events and activities for shoppers and families during Marketfest. Friday, Dec. 2, is “Shop ‘Til You Drop Day,” 10 a.m.-5 p.m., with many shops offering one-day...

• Nov. 29 update: Midcoast adds 24 new COVID-19 cases

  Tue, 11/29/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• Three businesses host Community Lunch

  Tue, 11/29/2022 - 7:30am

  

  Community Lunch held at Brady's Monday, Nov. 28 was hosted by Smiling Cow, Windjammer Emporium, and Log Cabin Shoes. Over 60 people attended and enjoyed brunch style casseroles, Dianne Gimbel's amazing macaroni and cheese, assorted desserts made by Lori Patmore Bailey and, as always, Tancy's haddock chowder. Mark Gimbel greeted guests, bused tables, and roamed the dining room in general making sure everyone was happy. Next week's Lunch on Dec. 5 will be hosted by St Columba's Episcopal Church...
• Waldo Theatre

  Tom DiMenna sings the songs of Gordon Lightfoot

  Mon, 11/28/2022 - 12:45pm

  

  The Waldo is excited to present Portland-based musician Tom DiMenna singing the songs of Gordon Lightfoot on Friday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. Come get your friends together and experience a night of Gordon Lightfoot's classic tunes performed by Maine-based singer/songwriter Tom DiMenna. The evening will be packed with nostalgia, storytelling, and fun music. You may even be moved to sing along, or at least hum! DiMenna's impressive vocal range and guitar style have been perfected with decades of stage...

• Coastal Rivers offers family program on mammals of Maine

  Mon, 11/28/2022 - 11:45am

  On Thursday, Dec. 1 from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m., Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is hosting a family program all about Maine mammals at Coastal Rivers Salt Bay Farm. Naturalist Angela DesVeaux will provide a brief introduction to our local mammals and lead a short, gentle hike to look for tracks and signs. Following the hike, participants will make a small craft to take home. The family program is designed for ages 3-7, though all ages are welcome. There is no cost to participate. Registration is...

• Friends of Thai Daughters ribbon cutting celebration

  Mon, 11/28/2022 - 10:15am

  

  Some of Maine’s longest-standing and most loyal supporters of Trevett-based nonprofit Friends of Thai Daughters flew out especially for this month’s grand opening of the organization’s new Sunflower Farm in Mae Chan, northern Thailand. Topside Inn owners Buzz Makarewicz and Mark Osborn and former BHYC Commodore Marianne Reynolds and her son, Ian, were among more than 20 U.S. guests who joined 200 others for the much-anticipated opening of the fabulous new home. Twenty years on from founders...

• Community Lunch at the Congo

  Mon, 11/28/2022 - 8:45am

  Wednesday, Dec. 7 The Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor will host a Community Lunch in Fellowship Hall from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Hot soups, breads and desserts along with beverages will be available. Please join us for lunch. The church is at 125 Townsend Ave. Parking is located behind the church on Eastern Avenue.

• News and Notes from The Community Center

  Sat, 11/26/2022 - 12:30pm

  

  We hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Please join us for our Margaret Perritt Day on Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to share our reminiscences of her life with The Community Center. We would like to give you a reminder that we have free medical equipment and supplies for your use, but we are always looking for additional equipment that you no longer need. Calendar: Tuesday, Nov. 29: Mah-Jong - 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30: Love To Dance - 10:30 a.m. Thursday,...

• Nov. 26 update: Midcoast adds nine new COVID-19 cases

  Sat, 11/26/2022 - 8:30am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• Preventing abuse before it begins

  Fri, 11/25/2022 - 12:45pm

  

  A key component of New Hope Midcoast’s mission is to provide educational resources that help our communities create a safer and healthier future. Through prevention and education programs, we strive to deepen the general public’s understanding of domestic abuse, dating violence and stalking. These issues impact more than survivors. They are social justice and public health issues that impact individuals, families, communities, and society as a whole. That means to end abuse, we need to work to...

• CTL open tour Dec. 7

  Fri, 11/25/2022 - 9:30am

  

  The Center for Teaching and Learning, a K-8 independent school in Edgecomb, will hold an Open Tour on Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 8:20 to 10 a.m. CTL anticipates openings for the 2023-24 school year in kindergarten, grade 6, and grade 7. Parents and guardians are encouraged to attend; prospective students may visit the school at a later date. For families interested in learning more about the school or visiting CTL at another time, please contact Katy Inman, Head of School, at katy@c-t-l.org or 882...

• Christmas at Nickels-Sortwell House

  Thu, 11/24/2022 - 8:45am

  

  Start your Christmas fun with a visit to Historic New England’s 1807 Nickels-Sortwell House, 121 Main St., Wiscasset, Friday, Dec. 2, Saturday, Dec. 3 and Sunday, Dec. 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy a self-guided tour with guides on hand to tell stories of the house while you enjoy the holiday decorations. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Delight in gorgeous greens and holiday decorations in a Victorian-inspired parlor, a dining room ready for a c. 1950, grownup Christmas party and a...

• Gingerbread Spectacular weekend

  Wed, 11/23/2022 - 2:15pm

  Dec. 17 & 18 The Gingerbread Spectacular! See this year’s confectionary wonders - and the decked out Opera House - on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and/or Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Live music and performances (so far) over the weekend including Kerry Jackson, Emily Barker and Genie O’Connell at 2 p.m. on Sunday. More acts TBA. 86 Townsend Ave. Free event - donations encouraged.

• American Legion Post #36

  Wed, 11/23/2022 - 9:15am

  

  This is Thanksgiving week and I am sure much will be writing about what everyone is thankful for. While my list is long, family and health top the list. I am sure what I am thankful for is what most everyone else is thankful for as well, to live in this great country, to being part of this awesome community, and all the friends who are there whenever I am in need. But, let me just add one group that often times don’t get the recognition they should but without whom this country would come to a...

• Nov. 23 update: Midcoast adds eight new COVID-19 cases

  Wed, 11/23/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• School committee doesn’t want to meet on MLK Day

  Wed, 11/23/2022 - 8:00am

  

  The school committee is looking to change its date with the Southport Budget Committee. On Nov. 21, the school committee discussed the invitation to meet with the budget committee the third Monday of January. It’s the same as last year’s which falls every year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. “I want to move it. I don’t want to meet on a holiday,” said school committee member Nick Ullo. In the budget committee’s correspondence, Tuesday, Jan. 17 was listed as the snow date. Chairman Adam Harkins...

• Winter Tree Identification Walk

  Tue, 11/22/2022 - 3:30pm

  Wednesday, Dec. 7 Join a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust to learn some tricks used to identify common trees in winter, including bark, buds, twigs, branching patterns, and even smell. At Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Road, Boothbay Harbor from 10 to 11 a.m. Group limited to 12. Free walk - registration required. Fill out the form at www.bbrlt.org/events or contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

• Community lunches at Brady’s - c’mon out!

  Tue, 11/22/2022 - 3:00pm

  

  The 5th Community Lunch held at Brady's and hosted by the Boothbay Region Dart League was another huge success! macaroni and cheese, split pea soup, and an amazing smoked pork butt with a maple bourbon BBQ sauce. Teresa Orne, BJ Warlo, Jimmy Merrill, Lisa Hallinan, Paula Warford, and, as always, Tancy Mitchell cooked, served, greeted, and cleaned up after the hungry hoards descended on the entire space. Next week the crew of the Smiling Cow, Windjammer Emporium, and Log Cabin Shoes will be...
• Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest

  A gift for every kitty at pop up gift shop

  Tue, 11/22/2022 - 12:00pm

  

  During this era of fur babies and family members with paws, why not give unique and hand-made gifts to the creatures that give you all those cuddles and love! Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest’s pop-up Gift Shop in the Nickels-Sortwell House barn is featuring the best in cat toys, and some for dogs, too, from High Tail Toys, a new venture with your pet in mind. According to Paula Brown, co-owner of High Tail Toys with Amy Wirtanen, of Boothbay, “Our beautiful cat caves, mats, baskets, and pet toys...

• Nov. 22 update: Midcoast adds 17 new COVID-19 cases

  Tue, 11/22/2022 - 8:15am

  

  AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

• The North Pole Express is ready to be fired up!

  Tue, 11/22/2022 - 8:00am

  

  Beginning on Saturday, Dec. 3, the North Pole Express, a.k.a. the Christmas train, will leave Freeport Station at the Boothbay Railway Village Museum, at 586 Wiscasset Road/Route 27 in Boothbay, and head to the ‘North Pole’ every weekend before Christmas. The magical adventure begins inside the historic 1912 Freeport Station, where children can write their letter to Santa near a cozy wood stove. Train conductors will call “All Aboard!” and ticket holders will board the train to the North Pole,...

• Award-winning teacher inspired by retired BRES teacher

  Mon, 11/21/2022 - 5:00pm

  

  Sometimes your future starts with a spark at a young age. The spark for Shaina Brenner was provided by her fourth grade teacher, Nancy Nash, at Boothbay Region Elementary School in the 1990s. Brenner, who won a $25,000 Milken Education Award in October as a second grade teacher at Elms Elementary School in Jackson, New Jersey, said after receiving her award that her inspiration for joining the profession was Nash. "My journey to become a teacher began many, many years ago as a young child, said...

• Area’s ‘social fabric’ needs more fabric!

  Mon, 11/21/2022 - 4:45pm

  

  Tucked into a quiet spot on Southport is “the Nest” where a group of local women come together each week to give their time, their work and their hearts to create beautiful quilts which, like fabric hugs, are given to “anyone who needs one,” explained quilter Angel Ames. “Anyone who needs one” is now more recipients than the group can remember. Beginning in 2016 as the “Just Sew” group at the Community Center and meeting on Friday mornings, the original group members focused on how they could...

• Gardens Aglow at CMBG

  Sun, 11/20/2022 - 10:45pm

  Now through Dec. 31 At Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Boothbay. Thursdays-Sundays; and other select dates (see website), 4-9 p.m. Arrival times at 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day). Tickets, info for this magical holiday wonderland at: www.mainegardens.org .

• Santa arrives in Boothbay Harbor

  Sun, 11/20/2022 - 10:30pm

  Saturday, Dec. 3 The North Pole entourage arrives at the Town Dock at 3 p.m. and head over to the Buoy Tree on Pier 1 to visit with the kiddoes and find out what they are hoping for this Christmas. Great photo opp for parents!

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