Join Kennebec Estuary Land Trust’s Community Engagement Manager, Tyler Pascocello and Maine Master Naturalist volunteers for a winter bird walk at Reid State Park on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m.

Celebrate the holiday season with the Boothbay Region Historical Society at our annual Holiday Open House on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held at the museum located at 72 Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor.

“People just want the holiday spirit. It’s such a counter to the darkness.” — Irene Fowle

'Tis the season to deck the halls and give gifts. Still in search for just the right presents for loved ones on your holiday shopping list? Looking for new holiday décor? Do you have another Yule tree or Christmas tree on your mind? Does a theme-decorated tree for yourself, or to give to someone who might not otherwise have one, appeal to your inner angel and St. Nick?

The Boothbay Harbor Region is kicking off the holiday season with a full day of festivities on Saturday, Nov. 22. Following the excitement of the Early Bird Sale & Bed Races in the morning, the celebration continues into the evening with the annual Lighted Firetruck & First Responders Parade, followed by the Chili Cook-Off at Meadow Mall.

Parade begins at 4 p.m.

The Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop in downtown Damariscotta will be open all day on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

According to the shop’s co-manager Rosie Bensen, “A couple of our volunteer shopkeepers thought customers might like an opportunity, before or after giving thanks, to visit our quiet shop, read by the fireplace, enjoy our views of the Damariscotta, or maybe treat themselves to a new book or do some holiday shopping.”

The Eastside Waterfront Park committee is once again holding its Christmas Ornament Decorating Contest. There will be cash prizes for children and adults in five age categories with a grand prize of $250.

The ornaments may be picked up at the Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce office during their operating hours between Nov. 17 and Dec. 5.

Tonight, Nov. 14 is Community Night at Gardens Aglow at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens from 4 to 9 p.m.

The Heather Pierson Trio brings its annual holiday show, "A Charlie Brown Christmas," back to The Waldo Theatre on Friday, Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. In their annual December offering, The Heather Pierson Trio performs the entirety of the ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ album as recorded by the Vince Guaraldi Trio, as well as other Guaraldi compositions and holiday favorites.

The Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor is excited to announce some changes to its annual Christmas Fair! This year, the fair will coincide with Early Bird weekend. We invite you to join us on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Fellowship Hall for an Early Bird Brunch and Christmas Fair! Feel free to come in your pajamas!  

On Friday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 8 p.m., Pine Tree Society presents “A Maine Retrospective: The Art of Pine Tree Society Holiday Cards” exhibition at Union + Co. This exhibition is part of Bright Night Bath coordinated by Main Street Bath. Union + Co is located at 31 Centre St., Bath.

The Shamrock members of St. Patrick's Church are busily preparing for its annual Christmas Fair, planned for Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Chevrus Hall.

They will be joined by Maine craftspeople and artists who offer a variety of creative items, including wood products, jewelry, and knit gifts.

The Shamrocks are taking wreath orders now before and after Mass and will include their fabulous crafts, bake table, plants, religious items, a re-gifting table, and three raffle baskets. 

Each December Boothbay Railway Village Museum (BRVM) transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland for families.  The North Pole Express event takes place on Saturdays and Sundays for three consecutive weekends, beginning Dec. 6.  The train visits the "North Pole" eight times daily, with the first train departing at 10:45 a.m. and the last train at 4 p.m.

Disney’s “Frozen JR.” is playing at Boothbay Region High School, 236 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor on Friday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 15 at 2 and 5 p.m.  The spectacular, 60+ minute musical is based on the 2013 Disney film and the 2018 Broadway adaptation. The high school cast is led by Dr. Mary Miller and Mrs. Susie Taylor.  

Works by weaver Eric Sandberg of Newcastle will be on display at the Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop from Friday, Nov. 14-16, during the shop’s regular open hours, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sandberg, who has volunteered at the shop for about eight years, has been weaving for thirty years, mostly for his own pleasure and to give as gifts to family and friends. He favors Scandinavian patterns and geometric designs, woven into household items like tablecloths, dish towels, napkins, coverlets, runners, and placemats.

On Wednesday, Nov. 19, residents at St. Andrews Village will perform the world premiere of "As the Village Churns" at the St. Andrews Village Inn. The original play was conceived, written, and designed by seven performers who participated in the eight-week program led by Storytree Theatre Teaching Artist, Teralyn Reiter and supported by Resident Services Coordinator, Sarah Hackler.  

Two shows only: 2 p.m on Friday, Nov. 14 and Saturday, Nov. 15. Five years in the making, Exhibition On Screen's "Caravaggio" (1 hour, 40 mintues) is the most extensive film ever made about this revolutionary and controversial artist. From Milan and Rome to Naples and Malta, and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious disappearance, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before.

In preparation for the 19th annual Gingerbread Spectacular, the Boothbay Harbor Opera House is offering a free class in the fine art of designing and building gingerbread houses. The class is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 3 p.m. in the main performance hall at the Opera House.

The Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) is excited to announce the return of its holiday-favorite exhibition: ART in the Square. This year, don't miss your chance to snag a unique, original artwork and support a great cause, starting Nov. 15 at the BRAF Gallery located at 1 Townsend Ave. in Boothbay Harbor.