Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 3-9

Out and About for the Mid Coast Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 3-9
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Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 3-9

“The Savannah Sipping Society,” Lakewood Theater, Madison

Aug. 3-5, Thursday-Saturday, 9am/gates open, “Monmouth Fair,” a small family oriented fair whose goal is to entertain and educate the public in agricultural matters through shows, displays, demonstrations, participation, and is a great celebration of a rural life-past and present, $3/under 6, senior citizens $6/18 and over, Monmouth Fairgrounds, 79 Academy Road, Monmouth. FMI: 207-933-4082, www.monmouthfair.com.
Aug. 3 and 4, Thursday and Friday, 7:30pm, “You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown,” New England Music Camp’s musical theater students will conclude the NEMC season with their performance of You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown. Directed by Broadway veteran and NEMC newcomer Frances Mercanti-Anthony (Spring Awakening, Jerusalem), this unbelievable group of young talent will take you straight into a Peanuts comic. Memorable music and all your favorite characters make this a performance not to miss! Seating is extremely limited, $10-$20, Snow Pond Center for the Arts, 8 Goldenrod Lane, Sidney. FMI: 844-476-6976, www.snowpond.org.
Aug. 3-6 and 9, Thursday-Sunday and Wednesday, 8pm/Thurs-Sat, 4pm/Sun and Wed, 7pm/Wed, “The Savannah Sipping Society,” four unique Southern ladies are drawn together by Fate…an impromptu happy hour…and decide it’s high time to reclaim an enthusiasm for life. . Randa, a perfectionist and workaholic, has lost her job. Dot, on the brink of an idyllic retirement, has lost her husband. Earthy and boisterous Marlafaye, a good ol’Texas gal, has lost her lifestyle. And Jinx, a spunky ball of fire who offers her services as a much needed life coach for the women, well…Jinx has lost her self. Over the course of six months, filled with laughter, hilarious misadventures, and the occasional liquid refreshment, these women successfully bond and find the confidence to jumpstart their new lives. Together, they discover lasting friendships and a renewed determination to live in the moment—and most importantly, realize it’s never too late. So raise your glass to these strong Southern women and their fierce embrace of life and say “Cheers!” to this joyful and surprisingly touching comedy, $20/advance, $22/door, $17/students, Lakewood Theater, 76 Theater Road, Madison. FMI: 207-474-7176, www.lakewoodtheater.org.
June 4 and 5, Friday and Saturday, 9am-7:15pm/Fri, 6am-9pm/Sat, “Wilton Blueberry Festival,” events include pancake breakfast, art show, live entertainment, horse-drawn wagon rides, parade, fireworks, see site for full list of events and times, Downtown, Wilton. FMI: 207-778-4726, www.wiltonbbf.com.
Aug. 5, Saturday, 1pm, “My Father’s Dragon,” Theater at Monmouth presents Ruth Stiles Gannett’s adventure story, “My Father’s Dragon,” adapted for the stage by Dawn McAndrews, producing artistic director. When Elmer Elevator hears about the plight of a poor mistreated baby dragon, he packs his knapsack and stows away on a ship headed for Wild Island. Nothing will stop Elmer from rescuing the dragon! With the help of two dozen pink lollipops, rubber bands, chewing gum, and a fine-toothed comb, Elmer outwits the fiercest of beasts and saves the day. Director Adam P. Blais said this production of “My Father’s Dragon” will “encourage audiences of all ages to use their imaginations, lead with their hearts, and dare to fly.” The play celebrates the spontaneous and playful nature of children, young and old, $15, $10/children, Theater at Monmouth, 796 Main Street, Monmouth. FMI: 207-933-9999, www.theateratmonmouth.org.
Aug. 6, Sunday, 4pm, “An Afternoon of Country with Mark Gentle,” Mark Gentle Is A Country Artist from Farmington Maine. He is a multi-award winning vocalist and specializes in upbeat Modern and Traditional Country. He started playing and singing at an early age, and some of his greatest musical influences have been Travis Tritt, Randy Travis, George Jones and more recently, Chris Young and Eric Church. Mark can be found playing a wide variety of Venues across the state on his 2017 “County to Coast” tour, starting in Northern Maine and winding down In Southern Maine. Mark released his Debut album “Just In Time” in the late Fall of 2016. “It was a collaborative effort with some of the best in the business, and I learned more than I had ever imagined. I’m grateful to have amazing mentors and an incredible team behind me, dedicated to my success” Says Mark. This is a 21+ show. Bar-B- Que, Beer, Twisted Tea, Cider and soft drinks available, $15, Somerset Abbey, 124 Main Street, Madison. FMI: 207-696-5800, www.somersetabbey.com.
Aug. 6 and 9, Sunday and Wednesday, 7pm/Sun, 1pm/Wed, “Othello,” packed with revenge, illusion, passion, mistrust, jealousy, and murder. If the malevolent Iago is Shakespeare’s most compelling villain, then in Othello and Desdemona the Bard offers his most tragic and unforgettable lovers.Newly married and promoted, Othello finds himself the pawn in the manipulative games of his right-hand man, Iago. As his imagination is poisoned, Othello turns on his new bride Desdemona and loyal lieutenant Cassio, rapidly spiraling from hero to murderer in Shakespeare’s tale of jealousy, duplicity, and destruction, see site for ticketing details, Theater at Monmouth, 796 Main Street, Monmouth. FMI: 207-933-9999, www.theateratmonmouth.org.

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