Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Jan. 22-28

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Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Jan. 22-28

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“Explore Nature on Snowshoes,” Sanford

Jan. 23, Friday, 7:30pm, “Northeast Rock and Soul Revue Debut,” the band is made up of 4 charter members of Deely Stan, the popular Steely Dan tribute band that was active from 2009 to 2013. Three new members round out the line up to provide a sound and texture that will make you move! For the Steely Dan fans, although the focus has widened to include new textures and rhythms, no worries, Northeast Rock & Soul still play plenty of Steely Dan tunes, $8, The Kerrymen Pub, 512 Main Street, Saco. FMI: 207-604-6059, www.thekerrymenpub.com.
Jan. 24, Saturday, 9am-12:30pm, “Saco River Market,” a partnership of local producers and vendors, and a gathering place, committed to providing quality, locally grown agricultural products, specialty foods, cottage crafts and arts, free to browse, Mills at Saco, 110 Main Street, Saco. FMI: www.sacorivermarket.com.
Jan. 24, Saturday, 10am-12pm, “Explore Nature on Snowshoes,” a guided snowshoe trek through trails, forests and fields. An instructor will be available to explain the basics and guide you along the trials. Bring your own equipment or borrow theirs (limited sizes available), everyone is welcome, call to register by Friday, January 23rd, free, TREE Center, 5 Dunaway Drive, Sanford. FMI: 207-324-7955, www.treecenter.org.
Jan 25, Sunday, all day, “Ice Fishing Derby,” sponsored by Springvale Fish and Game Club, any lake or pond in York County open to ice fishing, total cash prize amount up to $5,000, contact Scott Davis (number provided) for additional information, weigh in at Iron Tails Salon, 559 Maine 109, Acton. FMI: 207-502-0520, www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing/derbies_tournaments/derbies.htm.
Jan. 25, Sunday, 3pm, “Main Squeeze/Jim Gallant – Winter Concert Series,” Jim Gallant captures the hearts and feet of his audience with his up-tempo guitar style, mix of catchy originals and masterful interpretations of contemporary music, whether fingerpicking a Celtic jig, a Bach fugue or a New Age instrumental, his distinctive style has won him accolades, an accomplished songwriter, his original compositions have brought him awards throughout the country, his down to earth sense of humor, his mastery of fingerstyle guitar, and warm, rich vocals will make this a memorable afternoon, Mainequeeze is a brilliant mix of rhythm and roots, Texas-swing, folk, country and more with 3-part harmonies, hot guitar and pedal steel, lead vocalists Sammie Haynes and Doug Bennett breathe new life into old songs through their interactions and vocal blend, add thoughtful and impeccable sidemen Bruce Derr (pedal steel) and Jonathan Booth (bass/lead guitarist) and you have good reason to make sure you don’t miss their shows, free, York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York. FMI: 207-363-2818, www.york.lib.me.us.
Jan. 25, Sunday, 3pm, “All Creatures Great and Small,” presented by Seacoast Community Chorus, featuring Joseph martin’s Song of Wisdom from Old Turtle, plus music of Mendelssohn, Banchieri, John Rutter, Randall Thompson, John Leavitt, and David Dickau, $10, First Parish Church, 180 York Street, York. FMI: 207-337-1820, www.firstparishyork.net.
Jan. 25, Sunday, 5-8pm, “Great Chefs Tasting Party,” delicious tastings from 20 Seacoast restaurants, live auction featuring Local Chefs, raffle/door prizes, cash bar, $30, Regatta Banquet & Conference Center, Eliot. FMI: 207-351-4623, www.gatewaytomaine.org.

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