“Wiscasset Art Walk,” Downtown, Wiscasset

Aug. 29-Sept. 1, Thursday-Sunday, 1pm/Thurs. opens, 10pm/Sun. closes, “Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Festival,” first established in 1979, the event has grown into a much anticipated Labor Day weekend tradition for 40 years. Since its inception, the Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Festival has hosted nearly 300 of the best bands in Bluegrass music on its historic stage, including fan favorites, internationally renowned acts, Bluegrass legends, and up-and coming new talent. The Main Stage is only part of the story with a complete line-up of Instructional and Artist Workshops, Family Activities, Guided Jams, food and merchandise vendors, and after-hour sets rounding out the festivities. The full line-up is available on-line. When the stage show is over, the best is yet to come, with the acoustic performances by the fire and under the stars and the best field picking anywhere! Headliners include: Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn, The Steeldrivers, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, The Gibson Brothers, Balsam Range and so many more, $30.00 to $165.00 —Single Day & Weekend tkts. Under 12- FREE 13-16 1/2 price, Thomas Point Beach, 29 Meadow Road, Brunswick. FMI: 207-725-6009, www.thomaspointbeachbluegrass.com.
Aug. 29, Thursday, 5-8pm, “Wiscasset Art Walk,” enjoy a delightful summer evening as you park your car and stroll the charming Village of Wiscasset. View the incomparable art and meet the artists, sip some wine, and enjoy the sounds of our strolling minstrels. Be sure to visit the Village collection of one-of-a-kind shops-from high antiques to folk craft and mid-century furnishings; personal luxuries and gifts for loved one, free, Downtown, Wiscasset. FMI: wiscassetartwalk.org.
Aug. 30, Friday, 7pm, “Bath Municipal Band,” enjoy free music from the Bath Municipal Band to start your weekend off right! Don’t forget your lawn chair or picnic blanket! Bring all your friends and family for this great community event, free, Library Park, 890 Washington Street, Bath. FMI: visitbath.com.
Aug. 30-Sept. 1, Friday-Sunday, 7:30pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sun, “Bridadoon,” Brigadoon has one of the most beautiful scores by Lerner & Loewe, performed by a terrific cast of actors, singers, and dancers. You won’t want to miss this wonderful love story at the FPAC, appropriate for all ages, $15-$20, Freeport Performing Arts Center, 30 Holbrook Street, Freeport. FMI: 207-865-2220, fcponline.org.
Aug. 30, Friday, 8pm, “Chas Lester-The Music of Frank Sinatra,” Mr. Chas Lester flanked by the Chairmen of the Board (Duane Edwards – Bass, Chris Marro – Drums, Marc LaForce – Tenor Sax, Matt Fogg – Piano) as they perform all of your favorites from the Frank Sinatra Songbook! All the Nelson Riddle arrangements that you can handle and a great night for ballroom dancing, $10, Cadenza, 5 Depot Street, Freeport. FMI: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4264577?ref=349591.
Sept. 1, Sunday, 2pm, “Bath Historic Tidbit Tasting Tour,” hosted by Red Cloak Tours, and will allow you to have some “Tastes” of local foods & specialties as well as iconic Maine foods. We will mix in some “Tidbits” of history about the restaurant/store buildings as well as the foods that you’ll be Tasting. During the 2 hour tour you’ll have an opportunity to Taste “Tidbits” of all sorts! From lobster to Maine Potato Candy to blueberries and much more. (subject to change). Although we say only a “Tidbit Tasting” you might want to skip lunch! The tours are by reservation only for $39.95 per person – these weekly tours are limited in size for the enjoyment of our guests, $39.95, Downtown Bath Restaurants/Shops, Front Street, Bath. FMI: 207-380-3806, redcloaktours.com.
Sept. 1, Sunday, 4:30-7:30pm, “Music on the Kennebec-Elton John Tribute: The Yellow Brick Road Band,” Elton John Tribute; The Yellow Brick Road Band will play from 5-7:30pm with gates opening at 4:30pm. There are chairs at the park but it is recommended that you bring a picnic blanket and folding chairs to take advantage of the Waterfront Park. Food Trucks and a Beer Garden will be available for the evening. Family Friendly event, $30/per person, free/under 12, Waterfront Park, 61 Commercial Street, Bath. FMI: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4245631?ref=349591.