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Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Regions of Maine Dec. 26-Jan.1

Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Regions of Maine Dec. 26-Jan.1

“2014 Lobster Dip,” Old Orchard Beach

Dec. 27-29, Friday-Sunday, regular museum hours, “Festival of the Trees,” last chance to see this event! Dozens of gorgeously decorated trees and wreaths based upon this year’s theme of “The Holly and the Ivy”–from Sir Henry Walford Davies classic English choral tune and Cecil Sharp’s published text and music, free, Saco Museum, 371 Main Street, Saco. FMI: 207-283-3861, www.dyerlibrarysacomuseum.org.
Dec. 27, Friday, 5pm, “Art Walk,” featuring local and Maine artists, is held on the final Friday of the month in various venues downtown and in the mills, Downtown Biddeford. FMI: 207-229-3560, www.biddefordsacoartwalk.com.
Dec. 27, Friday, 8pm, “Og Ave,” an acoustic trio featuring Andy MacLeod on vocals, guitar and percussion, Steve Brackett on vocals and guitar and John Kumnick on Electric Stand Up Bass. Andy is an original member of The Lower Village People and Steve Brackett has played with them for 7 years. John Kumnick is a true professional, playing with Madonna, David Bowie, Chuck Berry, Bill Chinook, Cindy Lauper, Ben E. King and local musician Amy Allen as well as the WBLM Band. He also played with The Lower Village People on two separate stints, no cover charge, The Hive, 84 Main Street, Kennebunk. FMI: 207-985-0006, www.thehivekennebunk.com.
Dec. 28, Saturday, 9pm, “All Together Now, Beatles Tribute Band,” is not a Beatles look-alike band, but instead a sound-alike band, celebrating Beatles music in an interactive way that gets everyone singing, dancing, clapping and having a great time. Their extensive song list reflects the Beatles entire repertoire and career, from Twist and Shout to Sgt. Pepper to Abbey Road, including all orchestral arrangements, sound effects and even a real sitar! They not only play the classic hits audiences want to hear, but add a few surprises that delight minds and hearts alike. “A splendid time is guaranteed for all!”, $12 + $3/convenience fee, Jonathan’s Restaurant, 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit. FMI: 207-646-4777, www.jonathansrestaurant.com.
Dec. 31, Tuesday, 4:30pm start, “Last Blast 2013 in OOB,” Join OOB365 for a Last Blast Celebration down at the Pier. Enjoy a Beach Bonfire. Bring your Christmas Tree to help feed our fire. Enjoy Marshmallow Toasting, kettlecorn, hot cocoa and cotton candy. Fireworks at 7:30PM. Take a ride on the Carousel and have fun in the Arcades. Last Blast 2013 is a fun family event and a neat way to ring in the New Year with your family. Enjoy the majesty of being by the beach on a festive day with family and friends, free, Old Orchard Beach. FMI: 207-934-2600, www.oob365.com.
Dec. 31, Tuesday, 5pm-9pm, “New Year’s Eve Buffet at Spring Hill” Spring Hill is a picturesque, modern function hall and restaurant located on 60 acres of rolling meadows and waterfront in Southern Maine, featuring an appetizer to start, fresh tossed salad or homemade soup, rolls and butter, prime rib, seafood casserole, chicken macadamia, or gourmet macaroni and cheese served with lobster or plain with red potatoes tossed in parsley and butter and roasted vegetables, with a special Spring Hill dessert with a complimentary toast of sparking wine, reservations required, $47, Spring Hill, 117 Pond Road, South Berwick. FMI: 207-384-2693, www.springhillmaine.com.
Jan. 1, Wednesday, 12pm, “Lobster Dip 2014,” Looking for a cool way to kick off 2014? Want to help a great cause? Register now for the 2014 Lobster Dip for Special Olympics. This is Maine’s largest and original ocean dip. Register as a team or an individual. Each dipper must raise a minimum of $100 to enter. Incentive prizes available. Post dip party for dippers with free food, music and fun. Cash bar available. Dip begins at NOON SHARP. Come early to find parking. Registration opens on site at 9 and goes to 11:30, free to view, in front of The Brunswick Hotel, 39 West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach. FMI: 207-879-0489, www.somaine.org.

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