Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Nov. 19-25

Out and About for the Mid Coast Lakes Region of Maine Nov. 19-25
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November 18, 2015

Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Nov. 19-25

Central Maine Clay Artists

“10th Annual Holdiay Pottery Shop,” Central Maine Clay Artists, Hallowell

Nov. 19, Thursday, 7pm, “John Mann Lecture and Visual Presentation,” lecture on the Ulster-scots settlement archaeological dig in Bowdoinham. The Maine Highland Fiddlers to open the event, refreshments available before the concert and at intermission by donation, $15, North Church, 118 High St, Farmington. FMI: 207-778-2006, www.farmingtonhistory.org.
Nov. 19, Thursday, 7pm, “The Gibson Brothers,” in a 2012 Washington Post interview, Del McCoury said, “…when I hear someone like The Gibson Brothers, I know it’s them from the first note. They have that little thing in their voices that no one else has…” And from Bluegrass Unlimited: “The brothers and the band have it all — lead vocals, brother-duet harmony, instrumental virtuosity, ensemble sensibilities and great original material.” That’s the buzz. Here are the facts: 2013 IBMA Entertainers of the Year, Vocal Group of the Year, Song of the Year (“They Called It Music”) and Songwriter of the Year (Eric Gibson). 2012 IBMA Entertainers of the Year and Gospel Recorded Performance for “Singing As We Rise;” 2011 IBMA Vocal Group of the Year and Album of the Year for Help My Brother, also named 2011 Album of the year by Pop Matters; and, 2010 IBMA Awards for Song of the Year and Gospel Recorded Performance of the Year for “Ring the Bell,” $20, Unity College Center for the Performing Arts, 42 Depot St, Unity. FMI: 207-509-7132, www.unity.edu.
Nov. 20-21, Friday-Saturday, 10am-6pm, “10th Annual Holiday Pottery Shop,” Central Maine Clay Artists (CMCA) are very excited to celebrate this 10 year milestone! The work of at least 13 clay artisans will be on display and available for purchase at the Holiday Pottery Shop. Gift items will range in price to fit all budgets and include pottery and ceramic art, as well as several guest artisans who will be displaying their handmade jewelry, weaving, fiber arts, wood, personal care and much more, free, Holiday Pottery Shop, 100 Water St, Hallowell. FMI: 207-713-4248, www.centralmaineclayartists.org.
Nov. 20-22, Friday-Sunday, 7pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sun, “Sound of Music,” presented by the Messalonskee Players, under the direction of Margaux Depue accompanied by Laurel Hanson, technical director, and Kevin Rhein, musical director, you won’t want to miss this timeless classic, $10/adults, $5/students and seniors, Messalonskee High School, 131 Messalonskee High Drive, Oakland. FMI: 207-465-7381, www.rsu18.org.
Nov. 20, Friday, 6-9pm, “Medieval Feast – Friday,” the Center will produce one of Maine’s more unique and magical experiences with its offering of the”Medieval Feast” imagine yourself in the center of a medieval courtyard awaiting the glorious arrival of the King and Queen, you’ll join the King, knights, minstrels, and wenches in the Great Hall, filled with magic, color, entertainment and a menu without utensils, $35, Franco Center, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. FMI: 207-783-1585, www.francocenter.org.
Nov. 21, Saturday, 9am-3pm, “Auburn Middle School Craft Fair,” there will be over 30 local crafters and vendors, a 50/50 raffle, gift basket raffles, book fair, baked goods, lunch offerings, children’s games, face painting, and more! Crafts for sale include baby bibs and blankets, ornaments, wind chimes, photographs, jewelry, Scentsy, mittens and scarves, sculptures, Pampered chef, pet supplies, American Girl accessories, sweet treats, and much much more, Auburn Middle School, 38 Falcon Drive, Auburn. FMI: 207-784-1356,ams.auburnschl.edu.
Nov. 21, Saturday, 5-6:30pm, “Harvest Buffet,” sponsored by the Women’s Fellowship of the First Congregational Church of Waterville, the supper will feature baked beans, assorted casseroles and salads with bread, pickles and beverages. Dessert will be a choice of gingerbread with whipped cream or apple crisp with ice cream, $8/adults, $4/under 12, free/under 4, First Congregational Church, corner of Main St. and Eustis Parkway, Waterville. FMI: 207-872-8976, www.wtvlucc.org.

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