Out and About for the Mid Coast Lakes Region of Maine Apr. 6-12

Out and About for the Bangor Lakes Region of Maine Apr. 6-12
Out and About for the Bangor Lakes Region of Maine Apr. 6-12
April 5, 2017
Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Apr. 6-12
April 5, 2017

Out and About for the Mid Coast Lakes Region of Maine Apr. 6-12

“Mid Coast Model Festival,” Owls Head Transportation Museum, Owls Head

Apr. 6-9, Thursday-Sunday, 7:30pm/Thurs, 8pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sun, “The Anzacs: Lest We Forget,” based on “The Anzacs: 100 Years On” by Ted Egan, the play tells the story of the beginnings of a formidable fighting force (The Australia New Zealand Army Corps), the extreme conditions of war in the 20th century, and the effect of battle on the ANZACS and those who waited at home, $20/suggested, The Theater Project, 14 School Street, Brunswick. FMI: 207-729-8584, www.theaterproject.com.
Apr. 6, Thursday, 7:30pm, “Alliage Quintet,” three times winner of the prestigious Echo Klassik Prize, the Alliage Quintet (4 saxophones with piano, from Cologne, Germany) is one of Europe’s most creative and successful saxophone ensembles. The group regularly tours Europe and on occasion comes to the United States and Asia. The quintet’s core repertoire consists of well-know masterpieces of all epochs, cleverly arranged for the ensemble with exceptional sensitivity. The program for their 2017 US tour is “Dancing Paris” offering works by Bizet, Nagao, Poulenc and Bernstein, $22/advance, $27/at the door, Opera House, 86 Townsend Ave, Boothbay Harbor. FMI: 207-633-5159, boothbayoperahouse.com.
Apr. 7, Friday, 7:30pm, “Chris Smither,” an American Original and is considered to be among the best acoustic musicians in the country. His music draws deeply from the blues, American folk music, and modern poets and philosophers, $24/advance, $27/door, Chocolate Church Arts Center, 804 Washington Street, Bath. FMI: 207-442-8455, www.chocolatechurcharts.org.
Apr. 8-9, Saturday and Sunday, 9am-3pm, “Mid Coast Model Festival,” this two-day indoor event attracts approximately 70 exhibitors and features a vast array of models of all kinds including trains, aircraft, boats, automobiles and more. Radio controlled model demonstrations, children’s activities and other programs highlight this popular spring event. Modelers from throughout Maine and beyond display a mix of kit models as well as handmade creations and collectibles. This show is a celebration of all types of models, and exhibitors are expected to bring everything from antique steam engines to cars, planes, ships and trains. On the even smaller scale, miniaturists will once again be joining the show to exhibit their impeccably crafted work. Not to be confused with children’s dollhouses, these architectural-quality scale homes and furnishings are sure to fascinate audiences of all ages. Even the tools that build the hobby are miniature, and exhibitors will display their work and demonstrate their skills throughout the weekend. The family-oriented event will feature an array of interactive activities and demonstrations including flight simulators, indoor flying demonstrations, and hands-on projects. The Museum is pleased to welcome back the Southern Maine Scale Modelers, who will host their popular “Make-and-Take” model workshop beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 8. An annual favorite, the workshop allows each participant to build his or her own sans-glue, snap kit model. A variety of styles will be available, and children can choose from a selection of cars, trucks and aircraft. Instruction and all materials will be provided, and the workshop is free. Workshops will continue throughout the day on Saturday on a walk-in basis, $10-$14, Owls Head Transportation Museum, Route 73, Owls Head. FMI: 207-594-4418, owlshead.org.
Apr. 8, Saturday, 7:30pm, “UUCB Concerts for a Cause: Women in Harmony,” under the direction of Dr. Catherine Beller-McKenna, Women in Harmony presents a concert of choral music that reflects its vision for the world, including songs about working to make the world a better place. Their songs convey the need for action, for honoring the earth and one another, for seeking unity among people, and helping those in need. The program includes Holly Nears “Fired Up”, “Common Woman” by The Righteous Mothers, “Arlington” and “One Voice” by the Wailin’ Jennys, “Everybody Eats When They Come To My House” (made famous by Cab Calloway), “Bound for Freedom”, “Swimming to the Other Side” by Emma’s Revolution, and more, $12/advance, $15/door, Unitarian Universalist Church, 15 Pleasant Street, Brunswick. FMI: 207-729-8515, womenharmony.brownpapertickets.com.
Apr. 9, Sunday, 10am-2pm, “Bath Antique Sale,” last of the season, featured is Mori Books of Franklin, NH, dealers in antique children’s and outdoor books about Maine and New Hampshire, this is a living market for quality aged merchandise and fine collectibles, free-$5, Bath Middle School, 6 Old Brunswick Road, Bath. FMI: 207-832-7798, www.bathantiquesshows.com.
Apr. 9, Sunday, 2pm, “Magical Strings in Concert,” don’t miss this opportunity to hear the dynamic Celtic duo Magical Strings in Concert, described by the Washington Post as “sonically gorgeous.” They will carry you to sublime realms with ancient airs and their own unique compositions, have you “dancing” to lively jigs and reels and share stories and selections from their newest CD Fairy Wind. This exciting release captures the exuberant spirit of their journeys to Ireland and beyond. Philip and Pam Boulding who have toured worldwide for over 38 years, recorded 21 albums will perform on their own hand-crafted Celtic harps and hammered dulcimers along with whistles, concertina and more, $15, River Arts Gallery, 241 US Route 1, Damariscotta. FMI: 207-563-1507, riverartsme.org.

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