Archive for September, 2009
Out and About in the York County, Sanford Lakes Region of Maine October 1 to 7
September 30th, 2009 categories: Sanford Lakes Region
Mead-making at Shapleigh Hops Craft Brewing
October 2, 5:30-7:30 p.m. “Faces of Literacy, Voices of Courage,” portraits of individuals whose lives have been changed by achieving literacy, photographs by Melissa DiPaola, Jessica Perro and Diane Wren, Opening Reception, organized by the Literacy Volunteers of Maine, Saco Museum, 371 Main Street, Saco. FMI: 207.283.3861 ext 114, www.sacomuseum.org.
October 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Designing Women, annual show and sale with local women artists to benefit the Louis T. Graves Memorial Children’s Library, $2/donation, Consolidated School, Route 9, Kennebunkport. FMI: www.designingwomen.org.
October 3, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Equest’s 5th Annual Family Farm Festival, puppets, magic and music, plus wagon rides, pony rides, farm games and food concession, to benefit the programs of Equest Therapeutic Riding Center, $6/all ages, Spring Creek Farm, 73 Drown Lane, Lyman. FMI: 207.985.0374, www.equestmaine.org.
October 3, 8 p.m. Graham Parker, a first time performer at Jonathan’s Ogunquit, $22.50, Jonathan’s Restaurant, 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit. FMI: 207.646.4777, www.jonathansrestaurant.com.
October 4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 15th Semi-annual Open House and Brewing Demonstration, information on making beer, wine, cider and mead, free, Shapleigh Hops Craft Brewing Supply and the Southern Maine Homebrewers, 37 Grant Road, Shapleigh.
FMI: 207.432.3677, www.shapleighhops.com.
October 4, 1-5 p.m. BIG ART, featuring works greater than 6-feet for public and corporate display, showcasing paintings by Jayne Adams and prints by S. Patricia Benson, final day of fall exhibition, free, Barn Gallery, Shore Road and Bourne Lane, Ogunquit.
FMI: 207.646.8400, www.barngallery.org.
October 4, 2-5 p.m. 52nd New England Square and Round Dance Convention’s 2010 Kick-Off Dance, refreshments, fun and laughter plus a pot of gold, Biddeford Intermediate School, 334 Hill Street, Biddeford. FMI: www.nesrdc.org.
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Out and About in the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine October 1 to 7
September 30th, 2009 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
Pig Scamble at the Fryeburg Fair
October 1, 8 p.m. Richard Thompson on guitar, $65, Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road, Brownfield. FMI: 207.935.7292, www.stonemountainartscenter.com.
October 2, 5-8 p.m. First Friday at Frost Farm Gallery featuring “Swift River Treasures: Original Naturalist Works by Betsy Bell,” Opening Reception, meet and greet the artist, free, light refreshments, Frost Farm Gallery, 272 Pikes Hill Road, Norway.
FMI: 207.743.8041, www.frostfarmgallery.com.
October 2, 5:30 p.m. doors open, 8th Annual Sebago Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce’s Live and Silent Auction, Sebago Lakes Signature Dishes at 6, silent auction bidding until 7:30, live auction at 8, on-site child care available, fun, food, games and cash bar, $20/admission, Camp Sunshine, Acadia Road, South Casco. FMI: 207.892.8265, www.sebagolakeschamber.com.
October 3, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Heald-Bradley Pond Reserve, an active hike that explores most of the trails in the reserve including Whiting Hill and Amos Mountain, pack a lunch and plenty of fluid, meet at Heald-Bradley Pond Reserve Parking Lot, Slab City Road, Lovell. FMI: 207.925.1056, www.gllt.org.
October 3, 10 a.m. Cider Pressing, 2009 Apple Cider Saturday, the pressing is free, bring your own apples or buy Shaker Orchard apples at the Shaker Store, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, 707 Shaker Road, New Gloucester. FMI: 207.926.4597, www.shaker.lib.me.us.
October 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Art at Marrett, presented by Historic New England, The Saco River Art League and other Maine artists will display their work in the Colonial Revival Garden at the 1789 Marrett House, $5/adults, $4/seniors, $2.50/children, rain date: October 4, Marrett House, 40 Ossipee Trail East (Route 25), Standish.
FMI: 207.882.7169, www.historicnewengland.org.
October 4, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The Dempsey Challenge: A Journey for Hope, bicycle tour and run/walk event designed to both raise awareness and funds for the Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope and Healing, registration is closed, but come cheer on the participants and attend the Festival in the Park including a Health and Wellness Exhibit, Vendor Expo, KidZone, food court, live entertainment, lobster bake, health screenings, survivor walk and art workshop, Simard-Payne Police Memorial Park, Lincoln Street, Lewiston. FMI: 866.990.1499, www.dempseychallenge.org.
October 5, 9 a.m.-closing, 159th Fryeburg Fair featuring the 42nd Saco Valley Woodsmen’s Field Day, a variety of competitions using the buck saw, chain saw, log roll, axe, skidder, loader and more, $8/admission, free/under age 12, Fryeburg Fair Grounds, Route 5, Fryeburg. FMI: 207.935.3268, www.fryeburgfair.com.
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6th Annual Brewfest This Saturday at Point Sebago Resort on Sebago Lake in Casco, Maine
September 25th, 2009 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
Point Sebago Resort on Sebago Lake in Casco, Maine will once again be the host for the 6th annual Lake Region Brewer’s Festival this Saturday, September 26th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Do you like the idea of sampling dozens of finely-brewed beers, enjoying plenty of good food, listening to live music, all while gazing out over the blue expanse of Sebago Lake in Casco, Maine? Then you need to show up tomorrow, this Saturday, on the shores of Sebago Lake, plunk down your $25 and start having a good time.
Around here we just call this event the Brewfest. It has become so well-known and such a popular draw in such a short period of time because of the popularity of micro-brewed and handcrafted beers. Couple that with a gorgeous outdoor venue and the great volunteer effort by the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce and you have a fun-filled day that now draws 2000 or more attendees.
Among the brewers participating this year are Allagash Brewing, Atlantic Brewing, Belfast Bay Brewing, Blacksmiths Winery, Boston Beer, Brays Brewing, Brooklyn Brewery, D.L. Geary Brewing, Dogfish Head, Great Beers/Wicked Wines, Green Mountain, Gritty McDuff’s Brewery, Sebago Brewing, Kennebec River Brewery, Longtrail Brewing, Magic Hat Brewing, Harpoon Brewery, Oak Pond Brewery, Peak Organic Brewing, Redhook Ale Brewery, Run of the Mill, Sea Dog, Sebago Brewing, Sheepscot Brewing, Shipyard Brewing, Smuttynose Brewing, and Sunday River/Stonecoast Brewery.
In addition to the main attraction – gallons of handcrafted beers – there is also plenty of live entertainment, tons of great food, and a craft fair featuring dozens of area artisans.
So, if you’re looking for something to do this Saturday, come to the Brewfest. The weather is going to be perfect, the beer will be cold, and for the $25 admission fee you’ll be sure to walk away with a full belly and a smile on your face.
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Out and About in the Greater Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine September 24 to 30
September 24th, 2009 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Annual Common Ground Fair in Unity
September 24, 7:30 p.m. “Carousel,” by Rogers and Hammerstein, a quintessential New England musical, directed by Bill Van Horn, professional actors in lead roles, with a chorus of community members, $22/adults, $18/children, Theater at Monmouth, 796 Main Street, Monmouth. FMI: 207.933.9999, www.theateratmonmouth.org.
September 25-27, 9 a.m.-closing, Common Ground Country Fair, make connections with a rapidly expanding base of organic farms in the state of Maine, demonstrations, Maine organic foods and crafts, livestock exhibits and entertainment, $10/adults, $8/seniors, free/under age 12 and MOFGA members, Common Ground Country Fair Grounds, 294 Crosby Brook Road, Unity. FMI: 207.568.4142, www.mofga.org.
September 26-27, 8 a.m.-noon, Theater at Monmouth Yard Sale, Old Grange Hall, 775 Main Street, Monmouth. FMI: 207.933.2952, www.theateratmonmouth.org.
September 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Apple Pumpkin Festival, highlights the rich cultural, agricultural and industrial heritage of the area with food, music, games, crafts and displays, free, rain date October 17, Livermore Falls Rec Field, Livermore Falls. FMI: 207.897.6755, www.applepumpkinfestival.org.
September 26, 10 a.m. -4 p.m. 35th Annual Colby Craft Fair, featuring more than 85 crafters, Harold Alfond Athletic Center, Colby College, Waterville. FMI: 207.859.5830, www.colby.edu.
September 26, 7:30 p.m. Jones and Boyce, terrific tap dancing and sparkling song, $16/adults, $10/under age 13, Johnson Hall, 280 Water Street, Gardiner. FMI: 207.582.7144, www.johnsonhall.org.
September 26, 7:30 p.m. Maine Mountain Chamber Music, special guests Cyrus Beroukhim, violin, and Tom Kraines, cello, join co-directors Yuri Funhashi, piano and Laurie Kennedy, viola, $9/adults, $7/seniors, free/under age 16, Nordica Auditorium, Merrill Hall, UMF, Farmington. FMI: 207.778.7136, www.umf.maine.edu/inside/events.
September 26, 9 p.m. Twiddle, featuring Mihali Savoulidis, vocals and guitar, Zdenek Gubb, Bass guitar and vocals, Ryan Dempsey, keyboards and B3, and Brook Jordan, drums, $15, Unity Centre for the Performing Arts, 42 Depot Street, Unity. FMI: 207.948.SHOW, www.unityme.org/theater.
September 27, 4 p.m. Con Brio, classical string quartet featuring violins, viola and chello, $10/suggested donation, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 9 Summer Street, Augusta. FMI: 207.622.2424, www.stmarksaugusta.org.
September 28, 6:30 p.m. Historic Hallowell Gathering, representatives of the Maine Historical Society will introduce the Maine Community Heritage Project grant which will create an extensive community history Web site, City Hall Auditorium, One Winthrop Street, Hallowell. FMI: www.hallowell.org.
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Out and About in the York County, Sanford Lakes Region of Maine September 24 to 30
September 24th, 2009 categories: Sanford Lakes Region
Punkinfiddle, A Natural Estuaries Day Celebration in Wells
September 24-30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Maurice Freedman: Painting Maine, Freedman is described as an “unfairly neglected star of American moderism, also on view “Beverly Hallam: A Celebration” and “Out of the White Mountains: Selections from a Private Collection,” Ogunquit Museum of American Art, 543 Shore Road, Ogunquit. FMI: 207.646.4909, www.ogunquitmuseum.org
September 24, 6:30 p.m. Roy P. Fairfield and Earlene Ahquist (Kitty) Chadbourne read from and sign copies of their books “Survival at Work & Home: Saco-Lowell Shops in WWII” and “Parenting Myself: Recovery from Traumatic Brain Injury,” free, Dyer Library, Saco Museum, 371 Main Street, Saco. FMI: 207.283.3861, www.sacomuseum.org
September 25, 5-6:30 p.m. Roast Beef Supper, $8/adults, $3/under age 12, St. John’s Masonic Hall, Portland Street, Route 4, South Berwick.
September 25, 5-7 p.m. Italian Dinner, $8/adults, $4/under age 12, free/under age 3, Congregational Church, 1695 Post Road, US Route 1, Wells. FMI: 207.646.4309, www.wellscongregational.org
September 25-26, 5-8 p.m. Chalk on the Walk, art walk, performances, workshops and more, Maine Street and North Dam Mill, Biddford. FMI: www.heartofbiddeford.org.
September 26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Punkinfiddle, A National Estuaries Day Celebration, traditional crafts, hands-on learning, live entertainment, old-fashioned games and food, road race at 9, festival at 10, $10/carload, $15/all others, Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm, 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells. FMI: 207.646.4521, www.punkinfiddle.org.
September 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. “The Lobster Coast: Rebels, Rusticators, and the Struggle for a Forgotten Frontier,” book signing and discussion by author Colin Woodard, followed by music, children’s activities and more, sponosored by the Scarborough Friends of the Library, free, Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road, Scarborough. FMI: 207.883.4723, www.library.scarborough.me.us.
September 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Newly restored Atlantic Shore Line No. 100 Electric Locomotive, debut and dedication ceremony, Seashore Trolley Museum, 195 Log Cabin Road, Kennebunkport. FMI: 207.985.9723, www.trolleymuseum.org
September 26, 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Carousel Rides, ride the 1894 Armitage Herschell steam-powered carousel, free with admission to 19th Century Willowbrook Village, 68 Elm Street, Newfield. FMI: 207.793.2784, www.willowbrookmuseum.org.
September 26, 4-6 p.m. Ham, baked beans and more, $9/adults, $2/under age 12, free/under age 5, takeout available, First Congregational Church, 1361 State Road, Eliot. FMI: 207.439.1105.
September 26-27, begins at 5 p.m. Saturday, all day Sunday, Autumn Celebration, celebrate all the wonders of the growing season in Maine with some fun twists, parade and lobster bake, petting zoo, competitions, street performers, various locations, Old Orchard Beach. FMI: 207.934.5714 x 224, www.oob365.com.
September 26, 8 p.m. Tret Fure, her songs include “Look What Love Has Given Me,” $17.50, Jonathan’s Restaurant, 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit. FMI: 207.646.4777, www.jonathansrestaurant.com or www.tretfure.com.
September 27, 2 p.m. 2nd Annual Limington Community Variety Show, $5-$7 suggested donation, free/under age 7, Ossipee Trail Arts Center, Route 25, Limington. FMI: 207.637.3467, www.ossipeetrailarts.org
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Out and About in the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine September 24 to 30
September 24th, 2009 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
Red and Gold Caberet at the Denmark Arts Center
September 24, 7 p.m. Jean Randall Retrospective, woodblock print exhibit, free, Community Hall, 403 State Route 121, Otisfield. FMI: 207.539.2521
September 25-26, 7:30 p.m. Red ‘n Gold Cabaret by Singers Workshop, directed by Lillian Lee Morse, Broadway repertoire, jazz favorites, popular classics and timeless oldies, candlelit cafe tables, free popcorn, soda and snacks, BYOB, $12, Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main Street, Denmark. FMI: 207.452.2057 or 207.452.2412, www.denmarkarts.org.
September 25-26, 8 p.m. “I Fall for You,” series of seven short plays on love and romance by Maine playwright Michael Kimball, $10, Acorn Studios, Dana Warp Mill, 90 Bridge Street, Westbrook. FMI: 207.854.0065, www.acorn-productions.org.
September 26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 20th Annual Cornish Apple Festival, vendors, apple pie baking contest and auction, entertainment, raffles, 5 K road race and supper at the Cornish United Church of Christ, rain or shine, Thompson Park, Route 25, Cornish. FMI: 207.625.4993, www.cornish-maine.org.
September 26, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 13th Annual Bluegrass Festival and Chicken BBQ, music, apple picking, homemade pies and fudge, wagon rides, fresh cider and more, BBQ at noon, $7/adults, free/under age 17, shuttle rides to the Cornish Apple Festival, Apple Acres Farm, 363 Durgintown Road, South Hiram. FMI: 207.625.4777, www.appleacresfarm.com.
September 26, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Maine Lakes Brewers’ Festival, sponsored by the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, 25-30 brewers, live entertainment, $25/person, rain or shine, Point Sebago Resort, 261 Point Sebago Road, Casco. FMI: 207.647.3472, www.mainelakesbrewfest.com.
September 26, 1 p.m. Old Fashioned Outdoor Concert with the University of Southern Maine’s concert band, bring a lawn chair or blanket for this concert on the green, BBQ lunch at old-fashioned prices available at noon, rain or shine, Corthell Hall, 37 College Avenue, Gorham. FMI: 207.780.5555, www.usm.maine.edu/music/events.
September 26, 5-6:30 p.m. Bean Supper, North Sebago United Methodist Church, 820 Sebago Road, Sebago. FMI: 207.787.3309, www.northsebagoumc.org.
September 27, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 138th Annual Cumberland County Fair, agricultural fair with exhibits, demonstrations, contests and midway, plus harness racing, $9/adults, free/under age 13, Cumberland Fair Grounds, Blanchard Road, Cumberland. FMI: www.cumberlandfair.com.
September 27, 8 a.m. Harvey’s 2nd Annual Golf Challenge, shot gun start at 9 a.m., scramble format, buffet lunch to follow, $75/person, $300/team of four, benefits Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, Naples Golf and Country Club, 136 Sebago Road, Naples. FMI: Naples Golf and Country Club, 207.693.6424, www.naplesgolfcourse.com.
Harvest Hill Animal Shelter, 207.935.4358, www.harvesthills.org.
September 27, 8 p.m. Buffy Sainte-Marie, folk legend singer/songwriter, one of only 20 shows she performs a year, $50, Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road, Brownfield. FMI: 866.227.6523 or 207.935.7292, www.stonemountainartscenter.com.
September 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Local lunch, part of the Fall Sustainability Festival, go green, eat local and have fun, environmentally-friendly vendors and non-profits will showcase everything from hybrid Hondas to honeybees, $10/person, central lawn between Xavier and Mercy Halls, Saint Joseph’s College, Whites Bridge Road, Standish, please note: accessible from Route 35 only due to a bridge closure. FMI: 207.893.7723, www.sjcme.edu/news/pressrelease.htm.
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Brandy Pond in Naples, Maine Home to Naples Golf and Country Club
September 21st, 2009 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
The Sandtrap Grille at the Naples Golf Course
Located on Brandy Pond in Naples, Maine, in the heart of the Sebago Lakes Region, is Naples Golf and Country Club.
The Naples Golf and Country Club was established in 1921 with the fine front nine, then the back nine were added in 2000. The rolling fairways and views of Brandy Pond make this a premiere course in western Maine. About 2,000 feet of the course fronts the edge of Brandy Pond. Robert “Bob” Caron is the PGA Professional and General Manager of the club.
Gene Ferreira, who works in the Pro Shop told me his favorite hole is the 14th.
“It’s an interesting par 5 with a pine tree smack dab in the middle of the fairway. Challenging,” said Gene.
June Gyger also likes the 14th hole. “It’s picturesque,” she said.
According to Gene, playing the front and back nine is like playing two different golf courses. The back is narrower and more challenging.
The remodeled clubhouse features a full-service pro shop ready for repairs and sales. You’ll find golf products from Cobra, Titleist, Ping and Callaway along with Ben Hogan, Tour Edge and AMF. Golf shoes are available from Foot Joy and Dexter, while there is clothing from Dockers, Ashworth, Page & Tuttle and Sun Mountain. Overnight regripping of clubs is available throughout the season.
Also located in the Club House is The Sandtrap Grille, which features panoramic views of the front nine, a full-service bar, outdoor deck and window seating. It’s open during the season for a quick snack or a casual meal and is also available for banquets and other functions.
During the summer season you’ll find golfers participating in a Scramble League on Tuesdays, Ladies League on Wednesdays and Men’s League on Thursdays. Tournaments occur from spring till fall. Some are club tournaments, while others are special fundraisers.
One such fundraiser will take place on September 27th and is near and dear to Gene Ferreira’s heart: Harvey’s Second Annual Golf Challenge, which will benefit the Harvest Hills Animal Shelter at 1389 Bridgton Road in Fryeburg.
Gene said, “My wife and I run this event. She works at Harvest Hills. One hundred percent of the net proceeds go to take care of dogs and cats. We still have openings if people want to play.”
Call 207.935.4358 to register for this benefit tournament. Registration is at 8 a.m., with a shotgun start to the scramble format at 9. A buffet lunch will follow. It costs $75/person or $300 for a group of four.
Other upcoming tournaments include the Lake Region Youth Football tournament and the Windham Class of 2010 Project Grad tournament. Check the club Web site for more details.
FMI: Naples Golf and Country Club, 136 Sebago Road (Route 114), Naples, 207.693.6424, www.naplesgolfcourse.com
Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, 1389 Bridgton Road, Fryeburg, 207.935.4358, www.harvesthills.org
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A Maine Lakefront Buyer’s Twofer – Crescent Lake and Panther Pond in Raymond and Casco, Maine
September 18th, 2009 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
On the shores of Crescent Lake, Casco
Only twenty-two miles northwest of Portland and 2 1/2 hours from Boston, you’ll find a two-for-one special for lakefront property buyers in the Sebago Lakes Region. Panther Pond in Raymond and Crescent Lake in Raymond and Casco are connected by the meandering and navigable Tenney River.
To access Panther Pond, you’ll need to launch your boat at Crescent Lake on Route 85. Follow the Tenney River to the Panther Pond. The many twists and turns make this a scenic access point to the pond. The Tenney is shallow, slow moving and full of fish, especially bass.
Panther Pond was named for the wild animals which supposedly roamed its banks when Nathaniel Hawthorne was a young boy and lived nearby. The pond covers 1,439 acres and has a mean depth of 26 feet with a maximum depth of 68 feet.
From here you’ll see the profile of Rattlesnake Mountain rising above the northern end. Dolly’s Island is private and located just south of Betty’s Neck, which juts out into the pond. Classic Maine cottages and summer camps dot the shoreline. As you boat, keep your eye out for eagles, osprey, kingfishers, loons and Canada geese.
And if you like to fish, you’ll want to note these two things: the pond is stocked annually with landlocked salmon and according to a news story on WGME13, Mark Patoine of Raymond had the pleasure of reeling in the catch of the day on September 7, 2009, when he caught a 38-inch, 25 pound Northern Pike on Panther Pond. (Editor’s note: I’ve been informed that this particular fish was taken below the dam at the outlet of Panther Pond, in Panther Run, so this was certainly a Sebago Lake fish, not a Panther Pond one.)
Return on Tenney River to Crescent Lake, which is 4 miles long and 2/3 of a mile wide at its widest point. Fishermen say Crescent Lake consistently produces some of the best bass fishing in southern Maine. The most frequent catches include largemouth and smallmouth bass, landlocked salmon, white perch and cusk.
Both Panther Pond and Crescent Lake have Watershed Associations, who work to ensure that the water quality is maintained. The newly formed Crescent Lake Watershed Association is a grassroots group.
According to Ben Bragdon the group “aims to protect Crescent from threats like erosion and invasive species, hopes to bring other homeowners into the fold, [and] raise money and awareness of the programs that can keep the lake clear.”
So . . . what are you waiting for? September is the perfect time of year to enjoy the tranquil lakefront settings these two bodies of water provide. Consider Panther Pond and Crescent Lake as a peaceful, relaxing places to vacation or call home.
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Out and About in the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine for September 17 to 23
September 16th, 2009 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Maine Wilderness Guides Outdoor Classroom
September 17, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Colby College Museum of Art, 50th Anniversary, featuring artworks of American, European, Asian and contemporary artists, Colby College of Art, 5600 Mayflower Hill, Waterville. FMI: 207.859.5600, www.colby.edu/academics_cs/museum
September 17, 2-6 p.m. Farmers’ Market, Concourse on Appleton and Main Streets, Waterville. FMI: 207.680.2055, www.sankeroot.net/waterville or www.watervillefarmersmarket.org
September 17, 5:30-8:30 p.m. CooCoo’s Magic Show, bring the kids and pay a penny a pound/pay as you weigh for 12 and under, eat and enjoy the magic show, Ground Round, 110 Community Drive, Augusta. FMI: 207.623.0022, www.augustamaine.com
September 18-20 Maine Wilderness Guides Outdoor Classroom on Cobbosee Stream, spend the weekend and learn canoe skills, wilderness skills, plant identification, knot tying, map, compass and GPS skills and more, $400/person includes food, gear, transportation, course fees and taxes, Maine Wilderness Guides, 239 Johnson Lane, West Gardiner. FMI: 207.582.7178, www.mainewildernessguides.org
September 18, noon, 11th Annual Maine State Bar Association Benefit Golf Tournament, best-ball scramble, lunch served at noon, tee time at 1 p.m., all proceeds benefit the MSBA High School Mock Trial Program, Belgrade Lakes Golf Club, West Road, Belgrade Lakes. FMI: 800.475.7523, www.belgradelakesgolf.com
September 19, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Library Fall Yard and Bake Sale, Lawrence Public Library, 33 Lawrence Avenue, Fairfield. FMI: 207.453.6867, www.fairfieldme.com/library
September 19, 9 a.m.-mid-afternoon, Gail Saviello Memorial Tennis Scramble Tournament, donation to benefit upkeep of courts, $15/adults, $5/under 18, Academy Hill Courts, Wilton. FMI: 207.645.4878
September 19-20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 23rd Annual Downeast Wood Carving Show featuring carver Kathy Webster, friendly gathering of carvers, artists, patrons and friends of the arts, competitions, demonstrations, vendors, door prizes and raffles, $4/adults, free/under 18, Augusta Armory, Western Avenue, Augusta. FMI: 207.563.2034, www.mainewoodcarvers.org
September 19-20, Downeast Hunter Jumper Final Horse Show, Showhegan Fairgrounds, Madison Road (Route 201N), Skowhegan. FMI: 207.878.2953, www.mainehorseassoc.com
September 20-23, 8:30-closing, Farmington Fair, large midway, exhibit halls, livestock, animal pulling events and harness racing, Farmington Fairgrounds, High Street, Farmington. FMI: 207.778.6083, www.americantowns.com/me/farmington/events/farmington-fair
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Out and About in the York County and Sanford Lakes Region of Maine for September 17 to 23
September 16th, 2009 categories: Sanford Lakes Region
Planet Dog sponsors the Woofminster Dog Show
September 17, 8 p.m. Roomful of Blues, an award-winning band, the Jason Spooner Trio will open the evening, prices vary, doors open at 7 p.m., The Landing at Pine Point, 353 Pine Point Road, Scarborough. FMI: 207.774.4527, www.thelandingatpinepoint.com
September 18, 8 p.m. Friday Night Live featuring Cathaus, playing everything from the Beatles to Squeeze and Elvis Costello, $10/21+, The Landing at Pine Point, 353 Pine Point Road, Scarborough. FMI: 207.774.4527, www.thelandingatpinepoint.com
September 19, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Acton Apple Festival, crafts, food, children’s activities and more, food, fun and fresh air, rain or shine, Town Hall, Mary Grant Preserve, several orchards and Acton Congregational Church, 59 H Road, Acton. FMI: 207.636.3430, www.actonucc.org
September 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Art in the Park, a juried art show featuring over 50 artists and fine crafters, Moulton Park, 344 York Street (Route 1A), York Harbor. FMI: 207.363.4049, www.gatewaytomaine.org
September 19-20, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Newfie Fun Days, dog-related demonstrations and lectures, potluck supper at 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 19, bring your family and your Newfoundland, Piscataqua Boat Basin and Park, Junkins Lane, Eliot. FMI: www.newfiefundays.com
September 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Open House, tours of newly renovated theater, plus refreshments and entertainment, Little Theatre, Nasson Community Center, 457 Main Street, Springvale. FMI: 207.324.5657, www.nassoncc.org
September 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Meet the Breeds Showcase, presented by the York County Kennel Club and Vacatonland Dog Club, free, Tractor Supply Company, 1 Southgate Road, Scarborough. FMI: 207.396.5100, www.akc.org/events/cgc/index.cfm
September 19, 12:30-4 p.m. Woofminster Dog Show and Cover Dog Challenge, several contests for dogs, silent auction, prizes, music, animal communication and raffle, to benefit NEADS: Dogs for Deaf and Disabled Americans, $12/adults, $5/ages 7-18 and dogs, free/under 7, Camp Ketcha, 336 Black Point Road, Scarborough. FMI: 800.381.1516, www.planetdog.com
September 19, 5 p.m. Waterborough Historical Society’s Chili, Chowder and Apple Dessert Contest, sample entries and help choose winners, $7/adults, $2/ages 5-12, Waterboro Central Fire Station, John Smith Road, Waterboro. FMI: 207.247.5926
September 19, 8 p.m. David Wax Museum, CD Release Show, Mexo-Americana quartet with guests Wooden Dinosaur, $6, Hog Farm Studios, 140 Main Street, Biddeford. FMI: www.hogfarmstudios.com, www.davidwaxmuseum.com
September 20, 2 p.m. “All Shook Up,” the new Broadway musical featuring Elvis hits and starring Sally Struthers, Ogunquit Playhouse, 10 Main Street, Ogunquit. FMI: 207.646.5511, www.ogunquitplayhouse.org
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