Archive for December, 2011
Wilson, Berry and Dexter Ponds in the Winthrop Lakes Region of Maine offers views of Millions of Stars
December 29th, 2011 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Ready for a day on Dexter Pond, Winthrop, Maine
Wilson, Berry and Dexter Ponds form a small chain in the Winthrop Lakes Regions towns of Winthrop, Monmouth and Wayne, Maine. Those seeking lakefront property for sale will be glad that this region is only a few hours from Boston.
Wilson Pond is the largest of the three, at four miles long and 588 acres. It has a maximum depth of 42 feet and a mean depth of 23 feet. The water quality of this long, narrow crescent-shaped pond is average. Brown trout, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, white perch, yellow perch and chain pickerel form the fishery. A trailered boat launch is located at the southern end of the pond in North Monmouth.
“A small town with big character,” Winthrop is home to summer concerts at Norcross Point, a Sidewalk Art Show and the Winthrop Performing Arts Center. The Kennebec Land Trust is dedicated to conserving properties in the area, thus providing habitat for an abundance of wildlife and places for people to explore.
Cumston Hall in Monmouth is one of the crown jewels of Maine. It towers dramatically over Main Street and is listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings. The architectural gem is home to the Theater at Monmouth, Maine’s Shakespearean theater, plus the library and town office. The Monmouth Museum on Main Street depicts 19th century rural Maine.
Wayne is a quintessential New England village with two churches, a library, general store and specialty shops on Main Street. It is one of the prettiest villages in Maine.
Breathtaking scenery, magnificent lakes, bountiful activities and great places to relax and rejuvenate are what awaits lakefront property owners on these ponds in the Winthrop Lakes Region. And stars–millions of stars!
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Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Regions of Maine Dec. 29-Jan. 4
December 28th, 2011 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
Shawnee Peak, Bridgton
Dec.29, Thursday, 11am, “Phyzkidz,” featuring Daniel Forlano, Ray Big Ball Juggler and Phil Smith, $14, $10, Acorn Studios, Dana Warp Mill, 90 Bridge Street, Westbrook. FMI: 207-854-0065, www.phyzgig.org.
Dec. 29, Thursday, 7pm, “Roderick Russell-Stage Hypnosis,” easily one of the most hilarious type of entertainment you’ll ever witness-or be a part of- they hypnosis show makes you and your friends the star of the show, $8/adults at door, $6/adult advance, $4/12 and under advance, $6/12 and under door, free/children under 5, Grand Summit Resort Hotel, 97 Summit Road, Newry. FMI: 207-824-3500, www.bethelmaine.com.
Dec. 30, Friday, 9am-1pm, “John Hultberg and Monhegan Island: The Man, The Place and His Dreams, free, Fryeburg Academy, Palmina F. and Stephen S. Pace Galleries of Art, Bradley Street, Fryeburg. FMI: 207-935-9232, www.fryeburgacademy.org.
Dec. 31, Saturday, doors open at 6pm, show at 8pm,”New Year’s Eve with Peter Wolf,” with Duke Levine and Kevin Barry on guitar, $70, Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road, Brownfield. FMI: 207-935-7292, www.stonemountainartscenter.com.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 7pm, “New Years Dining at the Peak,” find dining at 2,100ft, ride the Chondola to Sunday River’s mountain-top Peak Lodge, cocktail hour with hors d’oevres, acoustic music, an exquisite dinner and a special midnight Champagne toast, $85, Sunday River Resort, Newry. FMI: 207-824-5076, www.bethelmaine.com.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 5pm, “New Year’s Gorham,” spaghetti supper, Randy Junkins, Dan Grady and his Marionettes, Carlene Stillson’s Irish Stepdancer, $5/per person, $20/families, Gorham Various Locations, Gorham. FMI: www.newyeargorham.org.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 10pm, “New Year’s Eve,” live entertainment provided by Bruce Marshal, special New Year’s Food menu, champagne toast at midnight, reservations for table of six or more, no cover charge, Blizzard’s Pub, Shawnee Peak. FMI: 207-647-8444 ext. 29, www.shawneepeak.com.
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Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Regions of Maine Dec. 29- Jan. 4
December 28th, 2011 categories: Sanford Lakes Region
Lobster Dip, Old Orchard Beach
Dec. 29-31, Thursday-Friday, 10am-4:30pm/Thursday and Friday, 10am-1pm/Saturday, “Barry: The Art Exhibition,” impressions of a World Traveler, paintings, sculpture and pen-and-ink drawings by Edith Cleaves Barry, Brick Store Museum, Kennebunk. FMI: 207-985-4802, www.brickstoremuseum.org.
Dec. 29-31, Thursday-Friday, “Second Annual Holiday Art Show,” paintings, drawing and photographs inspired by Snug Harbor or completed on farm grounds, free to browse, Snug Harbor Farm, Route 9 Lower Village, Kennebunk. FMI: 207-967-2414, www.snugharborfarm.blogspot.com.
Dec. 29, Thursday, 12-3pm, “First Annual Hula Hoop and Juggling Contest,” open to kids in grades K-12, free, Nasson Community Center, 457 Main Street, Springvale. FMI: 207-324-5657, www.nassoncc.org.
Dec. 30, Friday, 8pm, “Martin Sexton,” singer-songwriter, Los Angeles Times writes, “Call him a soul shouter, a road poet, a rocker and you wouldn’t be wrong,” Seth Glier opens, $37.50, Jonathan’s Restaurant, 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit. FMI: 207-646-4777, www.jonathansrestaurant.com.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 4:30pm, “New Year’s Eve LAST BLAST Celebration,” DJ and first set of fireworks at 5:30pm, second fireworks display at 12:00am, bonfire, music, food, and fun, free, Old Orchard Beach, Town Square, Old Orchard Beach. FMI: 207-590-4201, www.oldorchardbeachmaine.com.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 7pm-1:30am, “Gala on the Point,” table reservations include appetizers, dinner buffet, dessert and complimentary midnight toast, Time Pilots (80s cover band) and Jim Ciampi and The Cityside Events Band, $79.95, The Landing at Pine Point, 353 Pine Point Road, Scarborough. FMI: 207-774-4527, www.landingatpinepoint.com.
Jan. 1, Sunday, 12pm, “Lobster Dip,” benefits Special Olympics, costumes encourage, $100 minimum to participate, The Brunswick, Old Orchard Beach. FMI: 207-879-0489, www.somaine.org.
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Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Dec. 29- Jan. 4
December 28th, 2011 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Franco-American Heritage Center, Lewiston
Dec. 29-31, Thursday-Saturday, 12-6pm, “Kennebec Valley Art Association’s 49th Annual Art Show and Sale,” Harlow Gallery, 160 Water Street, Hallowell. FMI: 207-622-3813, www.harlowgallery.org.
Dec. 29-31, Thursday-Saturday, 5-8pm, “Precious Things,” small pieces, multiple artists, L/A Arts Gallery 5, 49 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. FMI: 207-576-4805, www.laarts.org.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 12:00pm, “Downtown Countdown,” music, kids’ activities, wagon rides, street dance, midnight countdown and more, free, downtown Bangor. FMI: www.downtownbangor.com/NYE.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 6pm, “New Year’s Eve Celebration with The Girls of L/A,” cocktail hour, dinner, concert from L/A Girls then dancing with DJ Greg Curry, $50, $25/concert only, Franco-American Heritage Center, 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston. FMI: 207-783-1585, www.francocenter.org.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 2pm, “Phyzgig North Vaudeville Show,” family oriented show with music, magic, mirth and mayhem, $15, $10, Bates College, Schaeffer Theater, Lewiston. FMI: 207-576-4805, www.laarts.org.
Dec. 31, Saturday, 6:30-9:25pm, “Planetarium Show,” with Northern Stars Planetarium’s inflatable star theater, free, Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor. FMI: 207-947-8336, www.bpl.lib.me.us.
Jan. 2, Monday, 10am-8pm, “Seasons of Life,” Barbara Wood Brookings oil and watercolors, free, Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor. FMI: 207-947-8336, www.bpl.lib.me.us.
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David Pond, Tilton Pond and Basin Pond in Fayette, Maine, Known for Turquoise-colored Water
December 24th, 2011 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Pristine Tilton Pond in Fayette, Maine
David Pond and Tilton Pond in Fayette, Maine, are located on either side of Watson Heights Road and offer lakefront property owners a perfect paradise. With the smaller Basin Pond, they form a triangle.
David Pond is the largest of the three at 297 acres, with a maximum depth of 37 feet and average water quality. Imagine yourself gliding across this pristine pond in your canoe or kayak and exploring its numerous coves as you watch for wildlife.
Lakefront Properties For Sale on David Pond
All three ponds are part of the 30 Mile River Watershed Association. The Association “is a coalition of towns, pond/lake associations, and land trusts which have a direct interest in the watershed . . . The organization plans to accomplish its purpose by initiating and supporting major activities in three areas: 1) Invasive Plant and Animal Education, Interception and Detection; 2) Water Quality/Safety Monitoring; and 3) Boat Law Education and Compliances.
Fayette is nestled in the foothills of the picturesque Longfellow Mountains. There is no town center, but the town office, Fayette Central School, Fayette Country Store, Underwood Memorial Library and a church are spread out along Route 17. It is truly a place where you can take time to slow down and smell the flowers.
Several properties in Fayette have been protected so that they will remain forever natural. Though there are no marked trails at Matthews Wildlife Habitat on Route 17, look for the opening in the stonewall and enjoy walking about. The Parker Pond Headland Preserve, is a 100-acre peninsula with 5,000 feet of rocky shoreline on nearby Parker Pond. The land includes a 1.5 mile moderate trail.
The Rainbow Riders Snowmobile Club maintains 24 miles of trails including the state connector ITS 115.
Nature lovers will revel in the delights they find at waterfront property for sale on these turquoise-colored ponds.
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Four Lakes in Norway, Maine Provide a Beautiful Backdrop for Lakefront Vacations
December 22nd, 2011 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
Norway Lake Marina on Lake Pennesseewassee, Norway, Maine
Lake Pennesseewassee, Sand Pond, Hobbs Pond and North Pond provide a beautiful backdrop in Norway, Maine. Located in the Mountains and Lakes Region of Maine, Sebago Lake, Portland, Sunday River Ski Area, Shawnee Peak, Freeport, Poland Springs and North Conway are only an hour away.
If you are searching for lakefront property in the Oxford Hills Region of Maine, Norway is the place to check out. There is a definite sense of community in this downtown that offers many amenities along Main Street. The town is known for its four beautiful ponds, several nature preserves and a thriving historic and cultural scene.
Norway Lake, the biggest of the four, covers 922 acres just west of the town of Norway. Its maximum depth is 48 feet. This five mile long lake is accessed from Route 117. At the western end, you’ll find Pennesseewassee Park, with a boat launch, picnic area and playground. The water quality is average.
Lakefront Properties For Sale on Lake Pennesseewassee (Norway Lake)
Lakefront Properties For Sale on Sand Pond
Lakefront Properties For Sale on Little Pennesseewassee (Hobbs Pond)
Lakefront Properties For Sale on North Pond
If you want to explore the great outdoors more, check out Ordway Grove, Witt Swamp and Roberts Farm Preserve. Those who like to garden will appreciate the Alan Day Community Garden.
So much to do and so little time. Take advantage of this time and take a look at waterfront property for sale in Norway. You won’t be disappointed.
Norway Town Office, Routes 26/117/118
207.742.6651
fax: 207.743.5307
Originally called Rustfield
Incorporated as Norway: 1797
Population: 5,000
Police-Fire-Ambulance: 911
Police–non-emergency: 207.743.9554
Fire–non-emergency: 207.743.5300
Ambulance: 207.743.0700
Stephens Memorial Hospital: 207.743.5933
Recreation: 207.743.6651
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Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Regions of Maine Dec. 22-28
December 21st, 2011 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
“Creches from Around the World,” Pace Gallery, Fryeburg
Dec. 22, Thursday, 7:30pm, “The Author Series,” recorded at the Free Library of Philadelphia, Ken Burns discusses his film, “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea,” which tells the story of the creation and evolution of the National Park System using archival photographs, first-person accounts, and some of the most breathtaking new images of our national parks ever captured on film, $10/adults, $7/seniors, $5/students, Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy, Bradley Street, Fryeburg. FMI: 207-935-9232,www.fryeburgacademy.org.
Dec. 23, Friday, 9am-1pm, “The Creche Collection, beautiful display of unique crèches from around the world, Palmina F. and Stephen S. Pace Galleries of Art, Fryeburg Academy, Bradley Street, Fryeburg. FMI: 207-935-9232,www.fryeburgacademy.org.
Dec. 23, Friday, 7pm, “A Christmas Carol,” benefit for LEA, festive telling of Charles Dickens’ classic, $5/adults, $1/children, Stevens Brook Elementary School, Bridgton. FMI: 207-647-8580, www.mainelakeschamber.com.
Dec. 24, Saturday, 2-4pm, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, sponsored by Mt. Abram Ski Resort, a great Christmas Eve Day activity for the whole family, rides through historic Bethel village, Town Common, Bethel. FMI: 207-824-2282, www.bethelmaine.com.
Dec. 24, Saturday, 6pm, “The Great Day,” contemporary and traditional Christmas music, free, Greely Middle School, 351 Tuttle Road, Cumberland. FMI: www.whitepinechurch.org.
Dec. 27, Tuesday, 11:00am, “Phyzkidz,” featuring Dan Link, Iman Lizarazu and Karen Montanaro, $14, $10, Acorn Studios, Dana Warp Mill, 90 Bridges Street, Westbrook. FMI: 207-854-0065, www.phyzgig.org
Dec. 28, Wednesday, 7pm, “Ullr Fest,” evening event welcoming winter complete with “The Beating of the Drums,” ceremony, fireworks and torchlight parade, Shawnee Peak, 119 Mountain Road, Bridgton. FMI: 207-647-8444,www.shawneepeak.com.
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Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Regions of Maine Dec. 22-28
December 21st, 2011 categories: Sanford Lakes Region
“Grandmother’s Chair,” Dee Burdick, Sanford Art Association
Dec 22, Thursday, 9am-4pm, “Wrap up the Wonder,” reception to be held 5-7pm, paintings displayed, free, Sanford Art Association, 917 Main Street, Sanford. FMI: 207-490-0543, www.sanfordspringvaleart.org.
Dec. 22-24, Thursday-Saturday, Thurs. 12-4pm, Fri. 12-8pm, Sat. 10am-4pm, Annual Festival of Trees, dozens of gorgeously decorated trees and wreaths based upon this year’s theme of ‘Let Heaven and Nature Sing,’ free, Saco Museum, 371 Main Street, Saco. FMI: 207-283-3861, www.sacomuseum.org.
Dec. 22, Thursday, 10:00am-4:15pm, Christmas Movie Fest, kids and teens are invited to join in for a day of Christmas classics and popcorn, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,’ ‘Emmet Otter’s Jug Band Christmas,’ ‘Prancer,’ ‘Gremlins,’ crafty make and take snacks during the last show, free, McArthur Public Library, 270 Main Street, Biddeford. FMI: 207-284-4181, www.mcarthurpubliclibrary.org.
Dec. 22-24, Thursday-Saturday, Thurs. and Fri. 10-4:30pm, Sat. 10am-1pm, “Barry: The Art Exhibition,” Edith Cleaves Barry’s paintings, sculpture an pen-and-ink drawings, Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk. FMI: 2207-985-4802, www.brickstoremuseum.org.
Dec. 22, Thursday, 7pm, “Scrooge,” $10/advance, $13/door, Academy of Developing Artists of Maine, 432 Elm Street, Biddeford. FMI: 207-502-0217, www.academyofdevelopingartists.com.
Dec. 23, Friday, 10am-2pm, “Courting the Muse,” a collection of watercolors by Ken Fellows, York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York. FMI: 207-363-2818, www.york.lib.me.us.
Dec. 24, Saturday, 7pm, “Musical: One Small Child,” consists of the narration of the Christmas Story along with songs from the choir and Praise Band, service closes out with a candle-lighting and singing of ‘Silent Night’, donation accepted, Ogunquit Baptist Church, Shore Road, Ogunquit. FMI: 207-646-2160, www.ogunquitbaptistchurch.org.
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Out and about for the Belgrade Lakes Regions of Maine Dec. 22-28
December 21st, 2011 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
“Got Utensils?” by Judy Nixon, Harlow Gallery, Hallowell
Dec. 22, Thursday, 4-7pm, “Santa at Kringleville,” pay a last minute visit to Santa at his Kringleville residence, show up well before closing time in order to ensure that you get in, free, downtown Waterville, Waterville. FMI: 207-680-2055, www.kringleville.com.
Dec. 22, Thursday, 4-8pm, “Christmas Gift Wrapping,” fundraiser by Skowhegan Main Street and area Youth Volunteers, will help you with holiday finishing touches, they’ll do the wrapping and add a holiday bow, low per-package pricing or bulk pricing available, The Renaissance Building, Downtown Skowhegan Skowhegan. FMI: 207-612-2571, www.skowheganchamber.com.
Dec. 22-23, Thursday-Friday, 7pm, “A Christmas Story,” presented by Penobscot Theatre, humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas, $35, $20, Penobscot Theatre, Bangor Opera House, 131 Main Street, Bangor. FMI: 207-942-3333, www.penobscottheatre.org.
Dec. 22, Thursday, 7pm, “Home for the Holidays,” concert by Franklin County Fiddlers, potluck supper at 5:30pm, $15, Skye Theatre, Performing Arts Center, Winter Hill Road, South Carthage. FMI: 207-562-4445,www.franklincountyfiddlers.com.
Dec. 23, Friday, 9pm, “Holiday Jazz,” Aurora Jazz Project’s front-line of Colin Graebert on piano and Mark Tasker on trumpet/flugelhorn for an evening of jazz fit for any season, Charles Inn, 20 Broad Street, Bangor. FMI: 207-992-2820, www.thecharlesinn.com.
Dec. 24, Saturday, 12-6pm, “Holiday Art Show and Sale,” by Kennebec Valley Art Association, original art work by KVAA member artists can be purchased,free to browse, Harlow Gallery, 160 Water Street, Hallowell. FMI: 207-622-3813, www.harlowgallery.org.
Dec. 28, Wednesday, 1-3pm, “Over the Hedge,” free family movie with popcorn and juice, parents must remain with children, free, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring Street, Auburn. FMI: 207-333-7740, www.auburn.lib.me.us.
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Parker Pond in Fayette and Vienna, Maine: A Perfect Place to Let the World Slip By
December 18th, 2011 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Island escapes on Parker Pond in Fayette and Vienna, Maine
Parker Pond in Fayette and Vienna, Maine is the place to purchase lakefront property if you want to let the world slip by. At 1,610 acres with a 15.8 mile perimeter, Parker Pond is full of islands, coves and peninsulas, yet it’s relatively undeveloped. The water quality is well above the state average.
Besides fishing, there is an abundance of outdoor activities that will keep you busy when you are spending time at your waterfront real estate on Parker Pond. First, a pair of bald eagles nest here and I don’t know about you, but no matter how many times I see an eagle, it’s always a thrill. The islands and coves provide for plenty of exploration opportunities via your canoe or kayak. Swimming, bird watching, biking, hiking, the list goes on.
Both Fayette and Vienna are small in size, but big in character.
There is no town center in Fayette, but the town office, school, Fayette Country Store, Underwood Memorial Library and a church are spread out along Route 17.
The town is surrounded by the tranquil beauty of farms and woodlands. The lakes and mountains, stone-wall lined roads and sunset views of the Presidential Range lure people to this peaceful hamlet.
The picturesque village of Vienna, the smallest town in Kennebec County, sits at the north shore of nearby Flying Pond. Despite the size of the town, you’ll discover there is plenty to do here throughout the year. From hunters’ breakfasts to oyster stew suppers, a Memorial Day parade, variety show, auction, dances and historical plays, are just a few of the community activities this small town produces.
I think it’s always fun to know some local lore, so here it is: Milton Bradley, inventor of the board game “The Checkered Game of Life,” an early version of what became “The Game of Life,” and founder of the Milton Bradley Company, was born in Vienna. Another notable citizen in her early years was Carrie Wills Stevens, a world-renowned fly-tier, who created the Gray Ghost streamer fly.
If letting the world slip by is your mantra, then Parker Pond is meant to be your vacation getaway destination. Check out all the current lakefront property listings on Parker Pond by clicking on the box below.
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