Archive for November, 2010
Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 25 to Dec 1
November 23rd, 2010 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
Jerry Douglas Band to perform at Stone Mountain Arts Center
Nov 26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 14th Annual Local Crafts and Wares Fair, featuring handmade baskets, paintings, photography, knit items, handmade jewelry, jams, jellies pickles, soaps, lotions, quilted items, wooden ware products, and lots more, Bethel Inn Resort Conference Center, 21 Broad Street, Bethel. FMI: 207.824.2175, www.bethelinn.com.
Nov 27, 4-6 p.m. Seasons Greetings, Christmas Tree Lighting, carols, a visit from Santa, cookies and hot cocoa, Sebago Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, 747 Roosevelt Trail, Windham. FMI: 207.892.8265, www.sebagolakeschamber.com.
Nov 27, 8 p.m. Jerry Douglas Band, $45/person, Note this date is a reschedule from August. If you already had tickets to the August date they will be automatically transferred to this new date as ordered, dinner available by reservation before the show, be sure to read the “By the Ways” on the Web site, Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road, Brownfield. FMI: 207.935.7292, www.stonemountainartscenter.com.
Nov 28, 4 p.m. Gorham Tree Lighting and Light Parade, 75 South Street, Gorham. FMI: 207.222.1630, www.gorhamrec.com.
Nov 28, 7:30-11 a.m. Bethel Rotary Country Breakfast, all-you-can-eat buffet, $7/adults in advance, $8/at door, $3/under age 12, benefits scholarships and community projects, Gould Academy Ordway Dining Hall, Church Street, Bethel. FMI: www.bethelrotary.org.
Nov 28, 4:30 p.m. Christmas Tree Lighting, with music by the Gray-New Gloucester High School Chorus, library open house with refreshments, history barn open house with photo exhibit, Town Hall, Route 231, New Gloucester. FMI: www.creativenewgloucester.org.
Dec 1, 7 p.m. Jazz Combo Performance, free, Student Center, lower level, USM Gorham. FMI: 207.780.4141, www.usm.maine.edu/music.
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Out and About for the York County/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 25 to Dec 1
November 23rd, 2010 categories: Sanford Lakes Region
Festival of Lights at Saco Museum
Nov 26, midnight, Midnight Madness Sale, once your Thanksgiving dinner is over, it’s time to think about shopping, stores open at midnight, Kittery Outlet Stores, Route 1, Kittery. FMI: 888.548.8379, www.thekitteryoutlets.com.
Nov 26-27, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Christmas in the Country Craft Fair, fundraiser for the Old Red Church, Bonnie Eagle High School, 700 Saco Road, Standish. FMI: 207.642.2104, http://oldredchurch.org.
Nov 26-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Home for the Holidays Craft Fair, presented by the Society of Southern Maine Craftsmen, Scarborough High School, 20 Gorham Road, Scarborough. FMI: 207.283.4715, www.societyofsouthernmainecraftsmen.org.
Nov 26, 5 p.m. Sixth Annual Tree Lighting and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Festival of Lights, coffee and hot cocoa, free, Saco Museum, 371 Main Street, Saco. FMI: 207.283.3861, www.sacomuseum.org.
Nov 27, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Spirit of the Holidays, Fine Arts and Crafts Fair, sponsored by the Sanford UU Church, at Nasson Community Center, 457 Main Street, Springvale. FMI: 207.324.3191, www.sanfordchamber.org.
Nov 27-30, times vary, Oils, Watercolors and Pastels, featuring the work of three local artists, Gallery on the Green, 11 Oak Street, Alfred. FMI: 516.512.4825, www.thebeehive-alfred.com.
Nov 27, 4:30 p.m. 27th Annual Christmas in Kennebunk, caroling, live music, free refreshments, Christmas Tree Lighting, Downtown Plaza, Kennebunk. FMI: www.kennebunkdowntown.com.
Dec 1, 7-8 p.m. Bioluminescent Delights, learn the mechanics of this chemical reaction with educator Michelle Presby, $5/person, Wells Reserve, 342 Laudholm Road, Wells. FMI: 207.646.1555, www.wellsreserve.org.
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Out and About for the Greater Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 25 to Dec 1
November 23rd, 2010 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Roy LeBlanc, the world’s finest Elvis impersonator, in Lewiston
Nov 26, 9 p.m. Juke Joint Devils, playing the blues, She Doesn’t Like Guthrie’s, 115 Middle Street, Lewiston. FMI: 207.376.3344, www.guthriesplace.com.
Nov 26, 6 p.m. Parade of Lights, floats, tree lighting and Santa, Castonguay Square, Waterville. FMI: 207.680.2055, www.watervillemainstreet.org.
Nov 27, 6-9 p.m. Walter McGee performance, Old Mill Pub, 39 Water Street, Skowhegan. FMI: 207.474.6627, www.oldmillpub.net.
Nov 27, 7-9 p.m. Bill Picard and his “R” comedy, plus Comedian John Ater, $10/person, benefits Project Graduation, Lewiston Middle School Auditorium, 75 Central Avenue, Lewiston. FMI: 207.809.4538, http://billpicard.com.
Nov 27, 7:30 p.m. Buckfield . . . Who Knew? a Thanksgiving extravaganza hosted by the Duffas, $14/adults, $12/seniors, $8/ages 12 and under, The Oddfellow Theater, Route 117, Buckfield. FMI: 207.336.3306, www.oddfellow.com.
Nov 28, 2 p.m. Gospel Holiday Concert featuring Roy Leblanc, the world’s finest Elvis impersonator, Franco-American Heritage Center, 75 Center Avenue, Lewiston. FMI: 207.783.0058, www.francoamericanheritage.org.
Nov 29, 8:15 p.m. Bill Staines, folk singer/songwriter, $15/person, Slates Restaurant and Bakery, 167 Water Street, Hallowell. FMI: 207.622.9575, www.slatesrestaurant.com.
Nov 30, 7-10 p.m. Mystery Team, kid detectives solving crimes, viewing of the first ever Derrick Comedy production “Mystery Team,” presented by the UMF Film Club, free, snacks, drinks and prizes provided, The Landing, Olsen Student Center, 111 South Street, Farmington. FMI: 207.778.4231, www.umf.maine.edu.
Dec 1, 5 p.m. Patricia Tillman, sculptor, Room 154, Bixler Art and Music Center, Colby College, Waterville. FMI: 207.859.4000, www.colby.edu.
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Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 18 to 24
November 17th, 2010 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
Hanneke Cassal, talented fiddler, to perform in Fryeburg
Nov 18, 7-11 p.m. Rooster’s Roadhouse Annual Customer Appreciation Party, a charity fundraiser to benefit local children during the upcoming holiday season, complimentary pizza and light fare, beer and cocktail specials, dancing and karaoke, raffles, give-a-ways, please bring canned or dry goods to donate to the Bethel Food Pantry, Rooster’s Roadhouse, 159 Mayville Road, (Route 2), Bethel. FMI: 207.824.0309, www.roostersroadhouse.com.
Nov 19, 8 a.m. A Quest for Turkeys: An exploratory walk at Holt Pond, wear hunter orange clothing and comfortable walking shoes, bring water, a snack, binoculars and a camera for this 2 hour walk, Lakes Environmental Association, 230 Main Street, Bridgton. FMI: 207.647.8580, http://mainelakes.org.
Nov 19, 7:30 p.m. Hanneke Cassel, a talented and fun-loving fiddler, $20/adults, $15/seniors (65+), $10/students, benefit concert for Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Bradley Street, Fryeburg. FMI: 207.935.9232, www.fryeburgacademy.org.
Nov 19, 8 p.m. Asleep at the Wheel, a multiple Grammy Award-winning Country/Western Swing Band, $50/person, dinner available by reservation before the show, be sure to read the “By the Ways” on the Web site, Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road, Brownfield. FMI: 207.935.7292, www.stonemountainartscenter.com.
Nov 20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Christmas Fair, featuring crafts, baked goods, jewelry, books and more, West Gorham Union Church, 190 Ossipee Trail, Gorham. FMI: 207.839.5946, www.westgorhamchurch.org.
Nov 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tin Mountain Round Up, Ski or Ride for just $29 a day when you bring 3 or more cans of food to the mountain for a local food bank, Sunday River, 15 South Ridge Road, Newry. FMI: 207.824.3000, www.sundayriver.com.
Nov 20, 10 a.m. Gasping Gobbler 5K Walk/Run, $15/person, family rate available, register on-line, benefit for the Lovell Recreation Department’s programs, equipment and facilities, Lovell Athletic Field, Route 5, Lovell. FMI: 207.697.3574, www.lovellrec.com.
Nov 20, 8 p.m. Denny Breau, Tucker’s Music Pub at Creative Media, 290 Main Street, Norway. FMI: 207.739.2200, www.creativemediaofmaine.com.
Nov 22, 7:30 p.m. Trumpet Studio Recital, free, USM School of Music, Corthell Concert Hall, 37 College Avenue, Gorham. FMI: 207.780.5265, www.usm.maine.edu/music.
Nov 23, 1:30 p.m. Tea for You @ the Library, everyone is welcome, Windham Public Library, 217 Windham Center Road, Windham. FMI: 207.892.1908, www.windham.lib.me.us.
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Out and About for the York County/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 18 to 24
November 17th, 2010 categories: Sanford Lakes Region
Mixed media wall sculpture by artist Lauren Pollaro in York
Nov 18, 6:30-8 p.m. Cutting Edge Gadgets for the Holidays, with Gadget Concierge Scott Thailer demonstrating the gadgets of the future, McArthur Public Library, 270 Main Street, Biddeford. FMI: 207.284.4181, www.mcarthurpubliclibrary.org.
Nov 19, 8 p.m. Steve Sawyer, a Feile Idol Winner, Feile Restaurant and Pub, 1619 Post Road, Wells. FMI: 207.251.4065, www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.
Nov 20, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Holiday Fair, sponsored by Waterborough Historical Society, Town Hall, 24 Townhouse Road, Waterboro. FMI: 207.247.5160, www.waterboro-me.net/historical.
Nov 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saco Valley Fiber Artists Annual Craft Show and Sale with Demonstrations, North Scarborough Grange Hall, 56 County Road, Scarborough. FMI: 207.642.3067, www.sacovalleyfiberartists.com.
Nov 20, 11 a.m. Turkey Trot, a trail walk to search for turkeys and learn more about this species, $5/members, $7/non-members, pre-registration required, Wells Reserve, 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells. FMI: 207.646.1555, www.wellsreserve.org.
Nov 20, 7 p.m. “Welcome in the Holidays,” with Portland Community Chorus, plus a performance by student musicians from MSAD #55, $10/over 18, $5/ages 10-18 and seniors, free/under age 10, refreshments served, Saco River Festival, 137 South Hiram Road, Hiram. FMI: 207.625.3397, www.sacoriverfestival.org.
Nov 20 & 21, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday, Festival of Feet, tap dancing at its best, with drumming, $15/person, Ossipee Trail Arts Center, 56 Ossipee Trail, Limington. FMI: 207.839.3267, www.ossipeetrailarts.org.
Nov 20, 8 p.m. Melissa Manchester, pop icon and original songwriter of 1980s “Don’t Cry Out Loud” and “You Should Hear How She Talks About You,” fame, $37.50/advance, $42.50/day of show, Jonathan’s Restaurant, 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit. FMI: 207.646.4777, www.jonathansrestaurant.com.
Nov 23, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thanksgiving Bake Sale, featuring pies, special desserts, coffeecakes and breads, Berwick Public Library, 103 Old Pine Hill Road, Berwick. FMI: 207.698.5737, www.berwick.lib.me.us.
Nov 23, 5 p.m. Lauren Pollaro, Opening Reception, mixed media wall sculpture, York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York. FMI: 207.363.2818, www.york.lib.me.us.
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Out and About for the Greater Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 18 to 24
November 17th, 2010 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
“Whistling Season” by Ivan Doig subject of Book Group Discussion in Auburn
Nov 18, 6 p.m. “Whistling Season,” by Ivan Doig, book group discussion, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring Street, Auburn. FMI: 207.333.6640, www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.
Nov 18, 7 p.m. Avian Haven, founders Diane Winn and Marc Payne share compelling stories of their experiences in bird rehabilitation, Sebasticook Regional Land Trust, 93 Main Street, Unity. FMI: 207.948.3766, www.sebasticookrlt.org.
Nov 18, 7:30 p.m. Arlo Guthrie and his 12-member family band, an evening of folk music and storytelling, $55/person, Center for the Performing Arts at Newton Hall, Kents Hill School, 1614 Main Street, Kents Hill. FMI: 207.685.4914, www.kentshill.org.
Nov 19, Tentative Opening Day at Sugarloaf USA, 5092 Sugarloaf Access Road, Carrabassett Valley. FMI: 207.237.6939, www.sugarloaf.com.
Nov 19-21, 7:30 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, “The Homecoming,” a captivating Christmas tale featuring the characters that inspired “The Waltons” on TV, prices vary, Waterville Opera House, 1 Common Street, Waterville. FMI: 207.873.7000, www.operahouse.org.
Nov 20, 8:30 a.m. UMF 2010 5K Turkey Trot and 1 Mile Fun Run, fees vary, register on-line, UMF Fitness and Recreation Center, 152 Quebec Street, Farmington. FMI: 207.778.7138, http://frc.umf.maine.edu.
Nov 20, 7:30 p.m. Defining Heroism Part One: Storytelling Mythology, Colby Wind Ensemble plays pieces portraying a person, an action or a people at some point defined as heroic, musical performance directed by Eric Thomas, free, Lorimer Chapel, Colby College, 4000 Mayflower Hill, Waterville. FMI: 207.859.4000, www.colby.edu.
Nov 20, 7:30 p.m. Frank Glazer, piano concert, prices vary, Franco-American Heritage Center, 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston. FMI: 207.783.1585, www.francoamericanheritage.org.
Nov 22, 4-8 p.m. ExTRAINaganza, model train show with special activities, $2/person, Great Falls Model Railroad Club, 144 Mill Street, Auburn. FMI: www.greatfallsmodelrrclub.org.
Nov 22, 8:15 p.m. Marcia Gallagher Quartet, including local musicians Tino Liakas, John McCurdy and Aaron Green, $15/person, Slates Restaurant and Bakery, 169 Water Street, Hallowell. FMI: 207.622.9575, www.slatesrestaurant.com.
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6 Reasons Why Buying a Maine Lakefront Vacation Rental Property is a Smart Investment
November 11th, 2010 categories: Observations and Commentary
An online real estate investment article came to my attention recently that speaks to the many virtues of buying a vacation property and using it as a rental. While you may not agree with all of the points made here, you might pick up some information that you’ll find interesting – and even compelling. Here’s the article, published on October 22, 2010 by RISMEDIA:
“Lately, you’ve been thinking a lot about investing strategies. You have a small nest egg that needs to grow, but frankly you don’t trust the stock market. And while real estate has been somewhat of a rocky road in recent years, it’s still a solid long-term investment strategy—and clearly we’re in a buyer’s market. But you aren’t really interested in being a landlord. So what can you do?
Christine Karpinski has a suggestion: Purchase a vacation home and rent it out to travelers.
“Vacation homes are almost always a good investment,” says Karpinski, director of Owner Community for HomeAway—one of the world’s leading vacation rental marketplaces—and author of How to Rent Vacation Properties by Owner, 2nd Edition: The Complete Guide to Buy, Manage, Furnish, Rent, Maintain and Advertise Your Vacation Rental Investment.
“First, if you’re looking for a good long-term investment, real estate tends to be a good bet,” she adds. “Second, vacation properties have the ability to pay for themselves, and owners often earn a profit in rental income. Third, the investment comes with the desirable perk of having a place at the beach or in the mountains to call your own. And finally, there has never been a better time to buy a vacation home—it’s like the planets have all lined up perfectly.”
If you are interested in purchasing a vacation home, Karpinski describes why there’s never been a better time to go vacation rental house hunting:
There have never been so many properties on the market. For potential home buyers, there is a silver lining to the slow economy and the housing crisis: Most vacation markets are chock-full of buying opportunities. Once you’ve pinpointed the vacation rental market that is right for you—The coast? The mountains? A ski resort area?—you will likely have a lot of properties to choose from.
Prices aren’t going to get much better. In fact, they’re the lowest they’ve been in five to ten years. If you’re pretty sure you want to buy a vacation home “someday,” you might want to quit procrastinating and pull the trigger, says Karpinski.
Interest rates are very favorable for purchasing. Today, mortgage interest rates are low. Bottom line: Take advantage of them while they last.
You have access to the best real estate professionals. Anyone connected to the housing market who managed to survive the housing crash had to be at the top of his or her game. That means the agents left standing today—including the ones you’ll be working with in your search for the perfect vacation home—are possibly the best of the best.
It’s never been easier to rent your vacation home. As mentioned earlier, vacation home rentals have never been more popular. More and more consumers are choosing to stay in cozy condos, cabins, and chalets instead of cramped, impersonal hotel rooms when they travel. And as market demand has surged, organizations have sprung up to help connect vacation homeowners with these potential renters.
If you buy now, you can be ready for the 2011 peak season. It’s true that the longer you wait to buy, the likelier it is that interest rates could rise. But there’s another reason not to procrastinate: If you buy now, you’ll have time to get your property ready for peak rental season. Experienced vacation homeowners often find that the rental fees generated during the twelve weeks between Memorial Day and Labor Day pay their mortgages for an entire year—and most inquiries come in between January and March.
“Even turnkey properties aren’t really turnkey,” notes Karpinski. “To get your property up to your standards, there will very likely be things you will want to spruce up. Rooms might need repainting. Decorating will need to be done. And the yard might need some work. Buying now will provide you with a cushion of time to get the home ready for your guests, take great photos for your property listing, and start marketing it to potential renters.”
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Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 11 to 17
November 10th, 2010 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
Arlo Guthrie Band at Stone Mountain Arts Center in Brownfield
Nov 11-14, 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, “Roles of a Lifetime: A Musical Journey,” presented by the Oxford Hill Music and Performing Arts Association, featuring wonderful music from lesser-known shows, with songs of love, loss, work and family, $12/adults, $10/seniors and under 19, Norway Grange, 15 Whitman Street, Norway. FMI: www.ohmpaa.org.
Nov 12, 7 p.m. The Carol Burnett Variety Show, $8/adults, $5/children, sponsored by Fiddlehead Art and Science Center, at Gray New Gloucester Middle School, 31 Libby Hill Road, Gray. FMI: 207.657.2244, www.fiddleheadcenter.org.
Nov 12, 7:30 p.m. “Once Upon a Mattress,” student production based on the classic “Princess and the Pea,” $8.50/adults, $6/seniors and students, Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg. FMI: 207.935.9232, www.fryeburgacademy.org.
Nov 13, 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Cranberry Wreaths, learn how to make a cranberry wreath for holiday decorating, registration required, $30/member, $35/non-member, McLaughlin Gardens, 97 Main Street, South Paris. FMI: 207.743.8820, www.mclaughlingarden.org.
Nov 13, 7:30-10 p.m. ChoirFest 2010, a community concert featuring the Boy Singers of Maine, The Royal River Chorus, the Mt. Ararat Chamber Singers, the Portland Community Chorus, Musica de Filia and the University of Maine Chorale, $15/adults, $10/seniors and students, Westbrook Performing Arts Center, 471 Stroudwater Street, Westbrook. FMI: 207.797.6354, www.boysingersofmaine.org.
Nov 13, 7:30 p.m. Jerks of Grass, voted Portland’s Best Roots/Acoustics act seven times, $14/adults, $12/seniors, $8/12 and under, suitable for all ages, The Oddfellow Theater, Route 117, Buckfield. FMI: 207.336.3306, www.oddfellow.com.
Nov 14, 2 p.m. “Three Billy Goats Gruff,” adapted and directed by Keith Anctil, $7/adults, $5/12 and under, Acorn Studios, Dana Warp Mill, 90 Bridge Street, Westbrook. FMI: 207.854.0065, www.acorn-productions.org.
Nov 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oxford Hills Women Connect, women sharing products and services with other women, $5/person, refreshments served, Kings Hill Inn, 56 Kings Hill Road, South Paris. FMI: 207.744.0204, www.kingshillinn.com.
Nov 17, 8 p.m. Arlo Guthrie Band, including his son and the Burns Sisters, featuring that most famous Thanksgiving anthem, “Alice’s Restaurant,” and other favorites, $80/person, dinner available before show by reservation (not included in ticket price), Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road, Brownfield. FMI: 207.935.7292, www.stonemountainartscenter.com.
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Out and About for the York County/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 11 to 17
November 10th, 2010 categories: Sanford Lakes Region
“Grease” on stage at Noble High School in Berwick, Maine
Nov 11-13, 7:30 p.m. “Shivaree,” a play by William Mastrosimone, presented by the Originals, directed by Dana Packard, contains adult themes, $15/adults, $13/seniors and students, Saco River Grange Hall, 29 Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills. FMI: 207.929.5412, www.sacorivergrangehall.org.
Nov 12, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. “Learning is an Ornament: The History of Kennebunk’s Schools,” replica installations, historic images and more, $5/donation, Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk. FMI: 207.985.4802, www.brickstoremuseum.org.
Nov 12, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. “India Sojourn and a Glimpse of Venice,” photographs by Lawrence Elbroch, Red Door Pottery Studio and Gallery Shop, 44 Government Street, Kittery. FMI: 207.439.5671, www.reddoorpottery.com.
Nov 12-14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Snowflake Trail Shopping Event, the Shop at Willowbrook reopens and is joined by the Newfield Farmer and Artisans Market, 19th Century Willowbrook Village, Elm Street, Newfield. FMI: 207.793.2784, www.willowbrookmuseum.org.
Nov 12, 5-7 p.m. “Pastel Painters of Maine,” Opening Reception, Irvine Gallery, River Tree Arts, 35 Western Avenue, Kennebunk. FMI: 207.967.9120, www.rivertreearts.org.
Nov 12, 7 p.m. 6th Annual Sanford Kiwanis Charity Comedy Night, featuring Robbie Printz and Steve Caouette, hosted by John Ater, plus a silent auction, raffles, 50/50, and more, $20/person, Mousam View Place, 47 High Street, Sanford. FMI: 207.432.3033, www.sanfordchamber.org.
Nov 12-14, 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, “Grease,” a student production of Rydell High’s spirited class of ’59, $9.65/advance, $10/door, Phillip W. Hussey, Jr. Theater, Noble High School, Cranberry Meadow Road, Berwick. FMI: www.husseytheater.org.
Nov 13, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Book Mash with Scott Nash, illustrator signing “Betsy Red Hoodie,” a reimaging of “Little Red Riding Hood,” seating limited, reservations recommended, Kennebooks, 149 Port Road, Kennebunk. FMI: 207.967.6136, www.kennebooks.com.
Nov 13, 5-9 p.m. A Steampunk Affair, an evening of fine dining, Neo-Victorian fashion, dancing, artisans and oddities, $30/person, Roost Function Hall, 62 Chicopee Road, Buxton. FMI: 207.642.2148, www.portconmaine.com/asteampunkaffair.
Nov 13, 5:45 p.m. Savor the Flavor, Progressive Dinner Event, park and board the trolley at the Mount Royal Motel, $45/person includes everything except drinks and gratuity, Old Orchard Beach 365. FMI: 207.281.2114, www.oob365.com.
Nov 13, 7:30 p.m.Violinist Ronald Lantz and Pianist Laura Kargul, performing Brahms, Schumann and Debussy, $15/adults and seniors, $10/youth, free/under 12 when accompanied by an adult, Sanford-Springvale Historical Society, 505 Main Street, Springvale. FMI: 207.490.1028, www.sanfordhistory.org.
Nov 13, 8-11:30 p.m. Harvest Dance with DJ Don Gauthier playing music of the ‘50s-‘70s, $10/person, casual dress, cash bar, raffles, free popcorn, Nasson Community Center, 457 Main Street, Springvale. FMI: 207.324.5657,
Nov 14, 1-6 p.m. Bluegrass Jam Fest, unplugged string instruments only, sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, $5/person, Roost Function Hall, 62 Chicopee Road, Buxton. FMI: 207.854.5520, www.bmam.org.
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Out and About for the Greater Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine, Nov 11 to 17
November 10th, 2010 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Whiteout Art Exhibit opening at L/A Arts Gallery 5
Nov 11, 8 p.m. Comedy Night with Tim Lee and Rob Steen, $15/adults, $10/students, Strand Cinema, 19 Court Street, Skowhegan. FMI: www.skowheganchamber.com.
Nov 12, 5-7 p.m. “Whiteout,” Opening Reception, a fine art exhibit celebrating winter in Maine, free, L/A Arts Gallery 5, 49 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. FMI: 207.782.7228, www.laarts.org.
Nov 12, 6:30 p.m. Jonathan Edwards and Jesse Colin Young, folk music, $32/person, Winthrop Performing Arts Center, 211 Ramblers Road, Winthrop. FMI: 207.441.1463, www.winthropedcorp.org.
Nov 12-14, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, “My Three Angels,” written by Sam and Bella Spewak, directed by Jeralyn Shattuck, presented by Gaslight Theater, will put you in the holiday spirit, led by three unlikely guides: two murderers and an embezzler, Gaslight Theater, Winthrop Street, Hallowell. FMI: 207.626.3698, www.gaslighttheater.org.
Nov 13-14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 15th Annual Christmas Craft Show, featuring 50+ artisans and craftsmen, $2/admission, Augusta Armory, 159 Western Avenue, Augusta. FMI: 207.946.7079, www.newenglandcraftfairs.com.
Nov 13, 7:30 p.m. Inanna, Sisters in Rhythm, Maine’s Premier Women’s Drum Ensemble, playing beautiful arrangements of traditional African, Brazilian and Middle Eastern Rhythms, $9/adults, $7/seniors, free/under 16 and UMF students, Nordica Auditorium, Merrill Hall, UMF, 224 Main Street, Farmington. FMI: 207.778.8154, www.umf.maine.edu.
Nov 14, 2 p.m. Nature Walk with Warren Balgooyen at Wishing Well Farm, sponsored by the Belgrade Regional Conservation Alliance, 171 Main Street, Belgrade Lakes. FMI: 207.495.6039, www.belgradelakes.org.
Nov 15, 6:30 p.m. “Making Whoopies: The Official Whoopie Pie Book,” local author Nancy Griffin talks about her book, free, Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop Street, Augusta. FMI: 207.626.2415, www.lithgow.lib.me.us.
Nov 16, 12:30 p.m. Salome Sandoval, Venezuelan singer and instrumentalist who performs early music on a variety of lutes and classical guitars, Olin Arts Center, Concert Hall, Bates College, Lewiston. FMI: 207.786.6135, www.bates.edu.
Nov 16, 7 p.m. Shelter: Where Harvard Meets the Homeless, Scott Seider, assistant professor of education at Boston University, will discuss the Harvard Square Homeless Shelter, run by students, and the powerful interaction between the Harvard students and the homeless, Room 122, Diamond Building, Colby College, 4000 Mayflower Hill, Waterville. FMI: 207.859.4000, www.colby.edu.
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