With a career spanning over two decades, Hanneke Cassel has helped redefine what it means to be a modern fiddler. A driving force in the ever-changing landscape of acoustic music, Hanneke blends…
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Gifted singer-songwriters Elsie Gawler and Ethan Tischler return to the Merry Barn on Thursday, May 2.…
Edgecomb Community Church recently hired a full-time pianist, Joseph Cough Jr. of Waldoboro. Cough received his bachelor of arts in human ecology at the College of the Atlantic and received his…
Celebrating 100 years
Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library (BHML) celebrates a major milestone this year, 100 years of serving our community. The Register plans a series on the library’s offerings and the people, place,…
Only a few spots remain open in Heartwood Theater’s Summer Camp for students entering grades 5-12.
This three-week intensive theater experience will…
The words maple syrup might bring to mind steaming pancakes with a pat of butter with syrupy goodness being poured. But as many New Englanders know, maple syrup is used as far more than sweet…
About 100 people filled the Edgecomb town hall March 17 to celebrate. As rain pattered outside, residents gathered to honor the town’s official March 4, 1774 birthday by sharing art, history and…
Monday saw the biggest crowd ever for the next to last Community Lunch. The Boothbay Baptists provided a great lunch which fed over 100 people from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.…
Hidden Valley Nature Center
Midcoast Conservancy will offer an owl chat and full moon hike at Hidden Valley Nature Center, 131 Egypt Road in Jefferson on …
As a sought-out Midcoast wedding destination, the Boothbay region provides the perfect backdrop for that quintessential Maine wedding. Couples seeking a unique and memorable wedding experience are…
It’s that time again – time to get your calendar listings ready for the Boothbay Register’s award-winning Summertime guide.
The deadline for all…
On March 16, 1621, Samoset cemented his place in history when he boldly walked into Plymouth Plantation and greeted the settlers in English. And that’s where most history books leave him. They…
Monday's Community Lunch was hosted by Peaslee Construction and saw another packed house. Guy and Kris provided moose stew, enchiladas, and a variety of desserts leaving no one…
Eat, drink and tease your brain on Saturday, Feb. 10 at an exciting trivia fundraiser with fun prizes. This first ever “Library After Hours” event isn’t just a memorable night out, it’s…
Sean Fleming and Beth Preston are creating a new singing group for seniors called "Classic Harmony.” Many members of Hearts…
The Lincoln Home will be starting a new weekly gathering for children ages 0-5, as well as home schooled older children, starting in February. We will provide toys, books to read and share, and…
Paula Warford of Shore Hills Campground was looking out the windows of Brady's Monday, Jan. 8 worried her food for almost 100 would not get eaten. Almost 10 inches of snow from the storm…
"The magi, as you know, were wise men — wonderfully wise men who brought gifts to the Babe in the manger.
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As most residents across the region coped without power Dec. 19, some found a warm welcome at Southport Memorial Library.
The library hosted its second annual Holiday Open House, providing…
Imagine the luxuriousness of making wine… walking through beautiful vineyards, gazing out at panoramic mountainscapes, the feel and the smell of the grapes. Now…
The Boothbay Harbor Opera House has been celebrating its 20th season with a full schedule of concerts featuring acclaimed artists and community events this year. The final performance of the…
The rain and the wind didn't keep the diehards away from Community Lunch as Boothbay Craft Brewery hosted for the second time…
Announcing the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor’s 2023 Gingerbread Spectacular award winners, drum roll, please ...
Most Spectacular - Christmas Train Station, Carla…
Monday's Community Lunch Dec. 11 was hosted by “Super” Chef Dave Warford and Wiscasset Ford. Dave put on a great spread of beef stroganoff, American chop suey, stuffed bread, and as always Tancy's…
The Edgecomb Community Church will be holding a special Christmas Eve service, Sunday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. The service will feature Lessons and Carols revealing the Christmas story through Bible…
Join us for Christmas at Norlands, at 90 this Saturday, Dec. 9! As always, we will have a variety of 19th century activities and attractions.
*Horse & Carriage rides * Cookie walk * …
Known affectionately as the “pie ladies” here in Boothbay Harbor, these talented women at the Methodist church cooked, baked, and created gift baskets, ornaments, wreaths and more for the Dec. 2…
Boothbay Region Garden Club
Friday, Dec. 1, Boothbay Region Garden Club’s Holiday Festival was held for year two at St. Columba’s. The church parking lot was packed with cars when the festival opened at 10 a.m.
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Let's start by saying Monday's Community Lunch was a raving success with Buzz and Mark from Topside Inn outdoing themselves with baked Ziti with sausage, shrimp Alfredo, Caesar salad, garlic bread…
Boothbay Lights
Aboard the Novelty, Santa, Mrs. Claus, the Christmas Lobster, Reindeer, Tree, and Elves arrived safely at the Town Dock in Boothbay Harbor on Dec. 2 to a crowd singing “Santa Claus Is…
Saturday, Dec. 2 was a busy day for early holiday festivities around Boothbay Harbor as several venues were bustling.
The Congregational Church was filled with cheer for its annual…
The North Pole Express was loaded with the Christmas spirit at Boothbay Railway Village over the first weekend of December. The train took its first seasonal trip Dec. 2 as dozens of families…
A storm-free night provided everyone great viewing for the annual Boothbay Harbor Lighted Boat Parade and Sparkle Fireworks Saturday, Dec. 2. Over one dozen boats paraded around the inner harbor…
The popular North Pole Express kicks off this Saturday at Boothbay Railway Village Museum. The event will take place on Saturdays and Sundays for three…
Fourteen decorated fire trucks and rescue vehicles and a Lewiston Police Department car containing grand marshals LPD’s Chief David St. Pierre and Lt. Trevor Campbell, passed by the hundreds of…
Monday's turnout was again exceptional as new faces and seasoned patrons descended upon Brady's to enjoy beef stew, stuffed bread, biscuits and mac and cheese, all prepared by Hallinan…
This year, the Boothbay Harbor Congregational Church Christmas Fair will be on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. All proceeds from the fair will be donated to the…
A group of Boothbay Region High School students and staff, along with LincolnHealth employees, are working with the YMCA to help feed students. The group is collecting community donations dropped…
The Fall Starlight Music Series to benefit the Boothbay Region Health Center will feature the Dani Tribesmen Reggae Band, local favorites Dave and Chris Gagne,…
Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest 2023 is a Midcoast destination for excellent shopping and seasonal activities to put everyone in a holiday mood! In addition to boutique shopping with owners on-site…
If it’s November, particularly in Boothbay Harbor on the third Saturday of the month, a flock of unusually feathered birds will be found downtown. This year it all happens on Nov. 18 for the Early…
When you’re a kid, what’s cooler than a big truck? Six of them! Dozens of kids and parents came to town hall Oct. 11 for the first Touch-a-Truck event in Boothbay Harbor, organized by the Boothbay…
The Nov. 13 Community Lunch was hosted by the peninsula Methodists with members from Southport, Boothbay Harbor and East Boothbay gathered at Brady’s with amazing hot food, minestrone, chicken and…
Take the Steam train to visit Santa and enjoy Christmastime fun! The Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum (WW&F's) first Victorian Christmas Trains will depart Sheepscot Station…
Ariel Alamo, Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) senior and officer of Interact Club, a high school arm of Rotary International, has designed “Lewiston Strong” bracelets for sale for $3 each. All…
Gruesome ghouls, ghastly ghosts and a plethora of princesses filled the streets at the annual Halloween parade in Boothbay Harbor Oct. 31. Hundreds of families dressed in their spookiest best to…
On Early Bird Saturday, Nov. 4, the Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop will hold a store-wide, half-price sale from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On sale at half-price will be thousands of hardcover and…
It’s that time again! After a summer break, weekly community lunch at Brady’s…
Enjoy the festivities and parade downtown then come to Boothbay Baptist Church for a few more trunks and treats and a good hot meal. BBC would like to invite you to enjoy a hot meal of soups, mac…
Get an edge in the Gardens Aglow Lighting Contest! Join us on the library lawn on Saturday, Nov. 4, 11-11:45 a.m. for an outdoor lighting tutorial from Brent McHale, Coastal Maine…
