The Boothbay Region Democratic Committee invites community members to join its float in the 2026 Windjammer Days Parade on Wednesday, June 24.

Participants will gather at the high school parking lot at 3:30 p.m. for a prompt 4 p.m. parade start. Local candidates for office will march alongside committee members and supporters in a celebration of community spirit and civic engagement.

The committee encourages participants to wear their “Democratic blues” as the group “sails into a bluer, brighter future.”

Visitors to the Farmers’ Market on June 11 would have had heard the happy sounds of music made by the Newagen Crew, Tim Hanley, Skip Simonds, Gerry Gamage and Tom Churchill singing and playing guitar, harmonica and keyboard to raise money for Boothbay Region Food Pantry. They were joined by Presley Crommett on the violin. Altogether they raised $70 for the pantry and show us one more way that we can support our neighbors. They will be performing again on July 9 and Aug. 20.

I was born and raised on the Midcoast of Maine and have made Boothbay Harbor my home for the last 40 years. I have been blessed with 34 years in the hair industry. I have worked for Bonnie’s A Cut Above and currently work at Shear Artistry Family Hair Salon.

Good afternoon, my name is Maddie Andreasen, and I’m the president of the Class of 2026. I would like to start by thanking everybody for coming out and supporting these remarkable graduates. I can truly feel the unwavering support. 

Throughout high school, I have followed the same routine. I start every day by looking at the time, realizing I'm running late, and suddenly trying to do twenty minutes' worth of preparation in about three. It never worked. In the morning, I'm grabbing my stuff, convincing myself I definitely have everything I need, and heading for the door.

Good afternoon, everyone. My name is Eleanor Bennett Marshall, and I am the 2026 salutatorian.  

Whether you are a seasoned artist looking to grow your skills or a total novice convinced you can't draw a straight line, the Boothbay Region Art Foundation’s (BRAF) roster of summer art classes offers something to inspire everyone. From beginning drawing to contemporary printmaking, all are invited to roll up their sleeves and dive into the creative process. 

The popular Gardens of Lincoln County tour, presented by Lincoln County Historical Association (LCHA), returns on Saturday, June 27 with “A Westport Island Adventure,” a self-guided exploration of beautiful gardens, special sites, and local history throughout the island.

This annual tour offers participants a rare opportunity to visit a variety of private gardens and special locations across Westport Island while discovering the stories, landscapes, and heritage that have shaped this unique community located just off the coast near Wiscasset.

The Class of 2026 was honored June 12 with the car parade. The 43 graduates rode through Boothbay Harbor in cars, jeeps, trucks and fire trucks and on a Harley-Davidson;  all vehicles except the motorcycle were adorned with balloons, signs and streaming stars.

The parade was led by a Boothbay Harbor Police Department car. Its siren and those of the fire trucks announced the approach of the graduates.

A highlight of the 2026 season at Maine Art Gallery in Wiscasset is a curated group exhibition of 10 esteemed artists, “Song of the Wild: Honoring the Natural Beauty and Wildlife of Maine.” It will run from Thursday, June 18 through July 26 with an opening reception on Saturday, June 20 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

The century-plus-old tradition at graduation time called the Grand March and Alumni Ball for Boothbay Region High School seniors continued Thursday, June 11 at Porter Memorial Gymnasium. The splendor of the event is captured here in photos as the soon-to-be graduates of BRHS were put on display in gowns and tuxedoes for a huge crowd of supporters.

Once again, the parents, family members and supporters of seniors entered the well-decorated gym first, as introduced by emcee Andy Luke. Alumni Michele and Nick Ripley led the lineup of parents.

The OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show will return for its 13th season on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Bristol Consolidated School on Bristol Road in Bristol.

The event is part of the widely beloved Olde Bristol Days celebration, which features crafters, vendors, a variety of food choices, live music, the Merritt Brackett Lobster Boat Races, fireworks over the water and so much more.  Once again in 2026, Olde Bristol Days activities are being planned by a community-minded volunteer committee, always focusing on family-fun.

Boothbay Region High School held its annual Awards Night Wednesday, June 10 to recognize seniors who received scholarships and awards before their graduation on Friday, June 12. Also, BRHS juniors were presented with Book Awards from various colleges and universities.

The Frances Aley Donor Book Awards were also presented. Donations to the Donor Books program, which allows several students to receive a book in recognition of their work in the various fields of study at BRHS, allows for duplicate books for the school library.

A free sports camp for boys and girls ages 4 to 12 will be held at Clifford Park, behind the Boothbay Baptist Church, Route 27, Boothbay from Monday, July 6 through Friday July 10.

The Center for Teaching and Learning in Edgecomb celebrated its 31st eighth-grade graduation on Wednesday, June 3rd. It was an evening that celebrated the graduating students by having each one take the stage to deliver a speech about their years at CTL and sharing an offering with the audience, which included poems students had written and performances of songs.

United Way of Mid Coast Maine is extending an invitation to the community to join them at their 2026 annual meeting on Wednesday, June 24 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Bowdoin College.