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Joy to the Wind

‘Green Man’ characters created by John M.T. Seitzer

A recent visitor to the art studio at Joy To The Wind, in these times of seclusion, has been the Green Man. The first one appeared very naturally a few months ago, but has been followed by many...
New film and theater semester at Heartwood

For college students taking a gap semester / year and high school seniors looking for a leg up in prep for college or conservatory training, Heartwood Theater is offering something new. Heartwood’s...
Pirate activity in Boothbay region highlighted in new book

A new publication about historic activities of pirates in Maine includes a number of locations in the Boothbay region. “Pirates and Lost Treasure of Coastal Maine,” written by Greg Latimer of...
Heartwood’s online raffle open through July 10

We're offering something a little different this year - bet you're not surprised! Featured in this year's online raffle are 50 local businesses, most of whom generously support Heartwood each season...
CCAC announces outdoor entertainment for limited audiences

The Chocolate Church Arts Center, at 804 Washington Street in Bath, has announced the first in a series of small concerts to be held at various, remote locations around the MidCoast area. The CCAC...
‘Kevin Beers: Points Of Light’ at Gleason Fine Art

Beginning Thursday, June 25, and running through Tuesday, July 21, "Kevin Beers: Points of Light," new paintings of Midcoast Maine, Cuba, and Beers' signature portraits of old cars and trucks, are...
Sculpture Retrospective 2020: Don Justin Meserve

Studio 53 is proud to present “Don Justin Meserve: Sculpture Retrospective 2020,” an exhibition of over 40 works which reveals not only Don’s mastery of stone but also his prolific use of wood, metal...
Kefauver offers virtual and plein air art lessons

Will Kefauver, owner of the Kefauver Studio & Gallery, Damariscotta, is offering art lessons in several modes: virtual and plein air, in private or small-group lessons. As safety restrictions...
Gleason artist Lyn Asselta wins major international award

As any gallery owner knows, artist requests for representation are frequent. The fact is, there are far more talented artists than there are galleries that handle fine art. With so many artists to...

The Opera House in the time of COVID-19