Summertime Guide Events Calendar
2020 events
All events subject to change, particularly this year due to COVID-19. Please call the FMI numbers in the listings.
July and August at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor: 50-person max size. All seats reserved at tables, which will be spaced. Tickets/reservations, box office: 633-5159. No tickets online.
JUNE
21 – Boothbay Harbor One Design Invitational – Inner harbor parade and race, 1 p.m. All sailboats less than 30 feet are welcome! FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas. FMI: 633-5750.
27 – First Commodore Cup – Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club. All sailboat classes welcome. Races at 1:30 p.m. in the outer harbor. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
JULY
3 – The Boneheads – Playing music only from 1972. 7:30 p.m. Limited seating for 50. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
4 – Southport Fourth of July Parade – Parade begins at 8 a.m. at Southport Memorial Library, 1032 Hendricks Hill Road. Includes a Carriage Parade for dolls and real babies; kid carnival. Parade ends at Southport Central School on Route 27, location of the carnival. FMI: Medea at 350-9142.
10 – Seth Warner Band – 7:30 p.m. Seating limited! Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
12 – Around Southport Island Race – Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club sailing event. Pursuit-style start 11 a.m. from Tumbler Island to Ebenecook. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
15 – Southport UMC Country Fair – The hope is to offer a modified version, times to be determined. Southport Methodist Church, 372 Hendricks Hill Road/Route 27. Southport Town Hall is across the street. Watch for updates in the Boothbay Register.
18 - Behind Closed Doors Tour of Castle Tucker – This special tour includes rooms not seen on the general tour. 10-11:30 a.m. Castle Tucker is one of the most complete and authentic 19th century homes in the country. $15/Historic New England members, $25/nonmembers. Advance purchase recommended. Space limited. Buy at www.HistoricNewEngland.org or call 882-7169.
18 – Second Commodore Cup – Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club sailing event. All classes welcome. 1:30 p.m. start in the outer harbor. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
23 – Behind Closed Doors Tour of Castle Tucker - 10-11:30 a.m. $15/Historic New England members, $25/nonmembers. Advance purchase recommended. Space limited. Buy at www.HistoricNewEngland.org or call 882-7169.
24 – First Classic Boat Race – Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club sailing event. Race around the outer harbor, 2 p.m. pursuit time start. All mono hulls designed before 2000; no spinnakers. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
25 – 8th annual Mutt Scrub – Join in the fun with Two Salty Dog Pet Outfitters for mutt scrubbing, nail trimming, doggie musical chairs, doggie talent show. Old Dogs/New Digs. Thousands of dollars in raffle prizes. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 22 McKown St., Boothbay Harbor. Midcoast Humane benefit. Rain date: Sunday, July 26. 633-7387 or www.MuttScrub.org
25 – Kevin Kiley & Devin Dukes – 7:30 p.m. Limited seating! 50 people. All tickets reserved. Kevin Kiley, longtime Harbor actor, pianist and Opera House technical director, will be joined by friend Devin Dukes for a night of Broadway and American Songbook tunes. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. Box office: 633-5159; www.boothbayoperahouse.com
29 – 13th Annual Lobster Roll 5K – Race time 8 a.m. for adults. Registration day of race, beginning at 6:30 p.m. $25 pp. The Children's Lobster Dash follows the 5k and is $5 pp. FMI: http://lobsterroll5k.weebly.com
30 – Murky Water Band – 7 p.m. Limited seating! All reserved: $20 advance tickets. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Box office: 633-5159; www.boothbayoperahouse.com
AUGUST
1 – Golden Oak – Bluegrass! Limited seating. 50 tickets – all reserved. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Box office: 633-5159; www.boothbayoperahouse.com
1 – Rock the Boat 5k – Annual run/walk at Southport Yacht Club (38 Cosy Harbor Road, Southport Island) from Pratt’s Island to the beach and back. Registration opens July 1. FMI: http://southportyachtclub.org/
7 – The Steel Wheels – Pending. 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
8 – YMCA Rowgatta – 8:30 a.m. launch at Knickercane Landing, Barters Island. A 9-mile trip for canoes, kayaks or rowboats. FMI: Abby: ajones@brymca.org
8 – Behind Closed Doors Tour of Castle Tucker -This special tour includes rooms not seen on the general tour. 10-11:30 a.m. Filled with original furnishings of the Tucker family. $15/Historic New England members, $25/nonmembers. Advance purchase recommended. Space limited. Buy at www.HistoricNewEngland.org or call 882-7169.
8 – Sean Mencher – Limited seating. Rockabilly, 7:30 p.m. at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
8, 9 – Southport Yacht Club Arts & Crafts Show – Crafts and other items in the Clubhouse and Junior Building at 38 Cosy Harbor Road, Southport. Both days 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 633-2117.
14 – John Gorka – Pending. 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
15 – Annual Blueberry Pancake Breakfast & Bake Sale from 8-11 a.m. At St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, 32 Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor.
15 – Slocan Ramblers – Pending. 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
15, 16 - Olde Bristol Days - Jazz, barbecues, games, lobster boat races, a parade and fireworks at Colonial Pemaquid/Fort William Henry, Pemaquid Beach and other locations. Most events occur on the these dates. Full schedule at www.oldebristoldays.org
19 – Bob Milne - Pending. 7:30 p.m. Ragtime at its best! Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
21 – Cherish The Ladies – Pending. 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
27 - Behind Closed Doors Tour of Castle Tucker -This special tour includes rooms not seen on the general tour. 10-11:30 a.m. Filled with original furnishings of the Tucker family, $15/Historic New England members, $25/nonmembers. Advance purchase recommended. Space limited. Buy at www.HistoricNewEngland.org or call 882-7169.
29 – Don Campbell Band – Limited seating. A Dan Fogelberg tribute. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
SEPTEMBER
11 – Livingston Taylor - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
12 – Maine 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 633-2284. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Other participating lighthouses at www.lighthousefoundation.org
12 – LAF Annual Poetry Workshop – With poet Betsy Sholl 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. At St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, 32 Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor. Preregistration ($65) required. Contact LAF: 633-3913 or lincolnartsfestivalbbh@gmail.com
12, 13 – CANCELLED - Wizard of Odds & Ends Open House – Spend a day in the country in historic Head Tide Village. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Antiques and collectibles 30% off; food; music! Saturday at 1 p.m.: Ancient Aires and Dances with Jeri Flanagan on lute; Sunday at 1 p.m.: Harp concert with Elizabeth Flanagan and pupils. 45 Head Tide Road, Alna. FMI: Call the Wizard! 633-7423.
17 – Behind Closed Doors Tour of Castle Tucker – This special tour includes rooms not seen on the general tour. Filled with original furnishings of the Tucker family. Admission is $15 Historic New England members, $25 nonmembers. Advance purchase recommended. Space is limited. Buy at www.HistoricNewEngland.org or call 207-882-7169.
18 – Dave Rowe - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
26 – WW&F Railway Fall Festival - Discover a world filled with kids’ games, face painting, apple bobbing, pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, Model AA truck hayride. Handcar and railcar rides. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kids 3 and under free. 97 Cross Road, Alna. 882-4193; http://wwfry.org
26, 27 – CANCELLED- The 30th 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: Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. FMI: Brenda at 633-5149.
27 – CANCELED - Pemaquid Oyster Festival - From noon to dusk: music, educational exhibits, boat rides, and lots of oysters harvested fresh from the Damariscotta River that morning. There is also a menu with lots of choices other than oysters! Free event. On the shore of the Damariscotta River at Schooner Landing Restaurant and Marina, 40 Main St., Damariscotta. FMI: Greg Latimer at 380-9912.
OCTOBER
8 – Behind Closed Doors Tour of Castle Tucker –This special tour includes rooms not seen on the general tour. Filled with original furnishings of the Tucker family. Admission is $15 Historic New England members, $25 nonmembers. Advance purchase recommended. Space limited. Buy at www.HistoricNewEngland.org or call 207-882-7169.
9 - Tom DiMenna - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - performing his Cat Stevens Tribute, plus originals. Seating limited to 50. All tickets reserved by advance sale only through the box office: 633-5159. NO online sales. 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor.
10, 11 – CANCELED - Fall Foliage Festival – Boothbay Railway Village. Large craft fair, live music, pumpkin carving contests, giant pumpkin carving, fair food, more than 100 artists and makers, children’s activity corner. 586 Wiscasset Road/Route 27, Boothbay. 633-4727;http://railwayvillage.org
17 - Henley - Georgia's country duo at the 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Seating limited to 50. All tickets reserved and purchased in advance only through the box office: 633-5159. FMI: boothbayoperahouse.com
24 - Seth Glier - Singer/songwriter/musician - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Seating limited to 50. All tickets reserved and purchased in advance only through the box office: 633-5159. FMI: boothbayoperahouse.com
29 - Scary Readings & Community Potluck - Doors creak open at 5:30 p.m. Come in costume if you are able, bring an ample main, side or salad to share – dinner at 6 p.m.; scary readings at 6:45 ... or whenever the ghosts swoop in. Not for families with small children. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. Box office: 633-5159. FMI: www.boothbayoperahouse.com
Oct. 31 – Nightmare on Federal Street – 83 Federal St., Wiscasset. Halloween parade (lineup 4 p.m. in the Wiscasset Elementary School parking lot) at 4:30 p.m.; costume party, live music. Block party til 6:30 p.m. with live music, food, and Trunk or Treat and costume contest! All weather permitting.
31 – Trick or Treat Trains – WW&F Railway Museum, 97 Cross Road, Alna. 882-4193; http://wwfry.org
NOVEMBER
7 – Early Bird Sale! - Damariscotta and Bath businesses offer holiday discounts beginning in the early morning hours ... Check the special pages in the Boothbay Register and Wiscasset Newspaper the week before for specifics.
14 – Early Bird Sale! Wiscasset businesses offer holiday discounts. Check the special pages in the Boothbay Register and Wiscasset Newspaper the week before for specifics.
14- Gardens Aglow - The holiday lights of the season light up for another season. Due to COVID-19 viewing will be from cars. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is transformed into a magical winter wonderland with 600,000 lights! Through Dec. 31. Open Thursday-Sunday, 4-9 p.m. FMI/Tickets: www.mainegardens.org
21 – Early Bird Sale & Pajama Party – Business owners of the Boothbay region offer super discounts – some just in the early morning hours 6-9; others offer a flat percentage of savings all day. Check out the ads in the Boothbay Register and Wiscasset Newspaper Nov. 14.
28 – Santa Comes to the Boothbay Common – Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the Common on Route 27 around 6 p.m. aboard a fire truck to visit with the children and hear their Christmas wish lists. Hot cocoa and cookies, too.
28, 29 – Christmas Tree Trains – WW&F Railway Museum, 97 Cross Road, Alna. Pick a tree at the farm. It will be delivered to your car by train. 882-4193. http://wwfry.org
DECEMBER
1-31 – Hike the Holiday Story Trail - Follow the illustrated signs that tell a tale along the trail at Boothbay Region Land Trust’s (BRLT) Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Road, Boothbay Harbor. Easy one-mile loop. Suitable for children of all ages. Free. FMI: Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.
1-31 – Gardens Aglow – At Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, transformed into a magical winter wonderland with 600,000 lights – through Dec. 31. Tickets, info: www.mainegardens.org
2-5 - Gingerbread Spectacular -New dates! Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. See gingerbreads! 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Music. Bake sale. Free admittance. moved to coincide with Harbor Lights weekend and with an extended number of days to restrict crowding while viewing the exhibit.
4-6 – Festival of Trees – The magical holiday forest returns! Opera House, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. See Nov. 30 listing for details.
5– Harbor Lights Festival – Santa, Mrs. Claus and their North Pole entourage come to town. Wagon rides, lighted boat parade, visit with the Clauses, live Nativity, craft show, Festival of Trees and more. Events around downtown Boothbay Harbor. Call Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce for more info: 633-2353.
7, 8 – Christmas Tree Trains – WW&F Railway Museum, 97 Cross Road, Alna. Pick a tree at the farm. It will be delivered to your car by train. 882-4193. http://wwfry.org
11 – Sons of Serendip – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. FMI/tickets: 633-5159; boothbayoperahouse.com
14 – Victorian Christmas – Free trains, horse-drawn wagon rides (sleigh if there’s snow), visit from Santa, cookies! 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. WW& F Railway, 97 Cross Road, Alna. 882-4193; http://wwfry.org
16 – Men's Night – Local merchants offer super discounts to finish those Christmas lists – and some will even be cooking up burgers and other tasty treats on the sidewalks to keep up your strength.
Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the following major events will not be held in 2020: Windjammer Days, Fourth of July fireworks, Lincoln Arts Festival concerts, Books in Boothbay, Harbor Fest, Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta; Rotary Auction, St. Philip’s Church’s Strawberry Festival and First Congregational Church of Wiscasset’s Summerfest.
Boothbay Region Land Trust Hikes and Programs
Call 633-4818 or visit www.bbrlt.org, for directions to preserves and updated information about Trail Mixer Walks, Babes in the Woods and Forest Bathing, among many other events canceled at press time due to COVID 19.
Arts & Crafts Shows
Subject to change due to COVID-19. Please check the Boothbay Register for updated info, or call the library, 633-3112, for Boothbay Region Crafters and Harbor Arts & Crafts shows.
Boothbay Region Arts & Crafts – Boothbay Common, Route 27, Boothbay. Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Always dog-friendly events! Fourth of July, late July, August Fest, late August, Labor Day, fall show, Harbor Lights
Boothbay Region Crafters - Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library lawn. 4 Oak St., Boothbay Harbor. Tuesdays and Saturdays, June through Sept., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., unless otherwise specified – weather permitting.
Harbor Arts & Crafts - Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library lawn, 4 Oak St., Boothbay Harbor. All shows 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. No rain dates.
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Barters Island Road, Boothbay * 207-633-4333
Visit www.mainegardens.org for COVID-19 protocol during your visit.
What’s blooming: mainegardens.org/blog/category/horticulture/whats-in-bloom
Weekends May through October, Town of Boothbay residents enjoy free admittance with photo ID/license
The first Wednesday of each month, May through October, Lincoln County residents are admitted free with photo ID/license
Farmer's Markets
Boothbay – Boothbay Common, Route 27: Thursdays – 9 a.m. to noon, May-Oct.
Damariscotta – At Round Top Farm/Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust; Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon, May-Oct.
And Rising Tide - 323 Main St.: Mondays – June 1 - Sept. 28: 3 to 6 p.m. and Fridays June-Sept.: 9 a.m. to noon.
Wiscasset – On the waterfront; Wednesdays – 3-6 p.m. June -September
Year Round Club Meetings
Rotary Club – 66 Montgomery Road, Boothbay Harbor: every Thursday at 6 p.m.
Masons Seaside Lodge #144 – Route 96/Ocean Point Road, East Boothbay, first Monday at 6:30 p.m. (Oct. - June)
Masons Bayview Lodge #196 – Route 96/Ocean Point Road, East Boothbay, second Thursday at 6:30 p.m. (Aug. - May)
Lions Club – 12 Lakeview Road, Boothbay Harbor: second and fourth Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. (Sept. - June)
American Legion breakfast
25 Industrial Park Road (off Route 27), Boothbay
2020 dates: June 14 and 28; July 12 and 26; Aug. 9 and 23; Sept. 6 and 20; Oct. 4 and 18; Nov. 1
All you can eat from 7 to 9 a.m. Blueberry and plain pancakes, scrambled eggs (or any style requested), corned beef hash, sausage, bacon, Belgian waffles, French toast, home fries, baked beans, cereal, toast, orange juice, coffee, tea, milk. $8/adults; school-age youth/$3; children 5 and under eat free. FMI: 633-0617 and on FB
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