Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 29-Sept.4

Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 29-Sept.4
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Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 29-Sept.4

Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 29-Sept.4

“Life of the Honeybee,” Maine Wildlife Park, Gray

Aug. 30, Friday, 7pm, “Figures of Speech-Jester Kings of Java,” gorgeous hand-crafted puppets made from gilded water buffalo hide portray the heroes, villains, and lovers from the ancient Ramayana, who dance across the eight-foot wide shadow screen to the mesmerizing sound of Indonesian gamelan music. The story follows King Rama, who wants to marry Princess Sinta. But Sinta is in no mood for romance, because an evil giant has dog-napped her precious pup, Furri-Furri! All is in chaos, for there can be no harmony in the Kingdom when the King’s heart is not at peace. To restore equilibrium and win Sinta’s heart, Rama enlists the help of his overly chatty servant Gareng, Hanuman the White Monkey, a giant Garuda Bird, and even the heavenly lord Bathara Guru! Wild battles, strange adventures, and outrageous humor promise to entertain audiences of all ages, $8-$15, Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main Street, Denmark. FMI: 207-452-2412, www.denmarkarts.org.
Aug. 30, Friday, 7pm, “The Soggy Po Boys,” spreading the greatest music on earth around their home in New England and when touring, throughout the rest of the country, The Soggy Po’ Boys serve their jazz messy, mixing brass-fueled mayhem with spirituals, Meters-style old-school funk, and the Caribbean side of the New Orleans tradition, call for reservations, happy hour and dinner also available, $20/show, The Barn at Smith Farm, 226 Gray Road, Falmouth. FMI: 207-317-5651, www.barnatsmithfarm.com.
Aug. 31, Saturday, 11am-2pm, “Life of the Honeybee,” learn about the industrious life of the honey bee & the role of the beekeeper. Parts of the bee hive & beekeeping equipment will be on display; & experienced bee keepers will be available to answer your questions. A variety of delicious native Maine honey & other natural products from the hive will be on sale, $5.50-$7.50, Maine Wildlife Park, 56 Game Farm Road, Gray. FMI: 207-657-4977, www.maine.gov/ifw/wildlife-park/events.html.
Aug. 31, Saturday, 7pm, “236 Strings,” noted for their “enlivening tautness and precision” and “shared musical values,” Annie Antonacos and Tracey Jasas-Hardel have been playing together for years as members of the Portland Piano Trio. As a trio, they have performed all over New England on chamber music series such as the Back Cove Contemporary Music Festival and Portsmouth Atheneum. They are serving as the first musicians-in-residence of 240 Strings, a Portland, Maine-based nonprofit dedicated to providing private music lessons to economically-challenged children in Portland, and providing affordable community concerts. 240 Strings was awarded a Maine Arts Award in 2018, $8-$35, Denmark Arts Center, 50 West Main Street, Denmark. FMI: 207-452-2412, www.denmarkarts.org.
Aug. 31, Saturday, 7:30pm, “Classic Rock and Roll Cruise,” Departs at 7:30, returns at 9:30. Boarding starts at 6:30. Rain or Shine! This two hour sunset cruise sponsored by your hosts the Naples Lions Club feature s 70’s and 80’s era music! You will hear hits from artists such as ABBA, The Bee Gees, Chicago, Paul McCartney, Elton John, the Eagles and much more! You can also request your special song from our DJ who will keep you dancing to the best music of the era while enjoying a leisurely cruise along beautiful Long Lake with mountain and sunset views! A cash cocktail bar is available, $25/advance, $30/day of, Songo River Queen Dock, 841 Roosevelt Trail, Naples. FMI: www.eventbrite.com/e/classic-rock-and-roll-cruise-2019-tickets-54624828332.
Aug. 31, Saturday, 7:30pm, “The Wondertwins’ To Hip Hop with Love,” with the technical facility of hip hop, the sophistication of the glory days of the Cotton Club, the flash of Rat Pack era Las Vegas, and elements of vaudeville, robot, tap, and mime, The Wondertwins create a distinctive style all their own. Six-time winners of Showtime at The Apollo Theater, The Wondertwins have appeared with Maurice Hines Club Harlem and toured internationally with Bobby Brown’s Don’t Be Cruel tour in the UK, and the Purple Rain Apollonias Since I Fell For You tour in Singapore. “absolutely beautiful, strong, powerful, and electricmade for Broadway” – Judith Jamison, former Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre executive director The Wondertwins “dance in the same spirit as the great brothers of dance before them.” – Maurice Hines, dancer-choreographer, $0-$16, Celebration Barn Theater, 190 Stock Farm Road, South Paris. FMI: Celebration Barn Theater, 190 Stock Farm Road, South Paris. FMI: 207-743-8452, www.celebrationbarn.com.
Sept. 1, Sunday, 8pm, “Ward Hayden & The Outliers,” formerly Girls, Guns and Glory, this band gets better every time you hear them, and they will have a new album to celebrate come fall that we are all excited about! The twangy country rock and roll sounds of this fun band, is fronted by SMAC favorite and crooner Ward Hayden. A smooth, authentic honky tonk/early rock & roll vibe with some country-folk thrown in there too….it is hard to peg these guys…but that’s a good thing! For listenin’ or for dancin’. A great way to say goodbye to summer, $20’’ +$4/handling fee for concert, Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road, Brownfield. FMI: 207-935-7292, stonemountainartscenter.com.

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