Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Nov. 7-13

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Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Nov. 7-13

“Disney’s Newsies the Musical,” Waterville Opera House

Nov. 7, Thursday, 7pm, “Scotland’s Icon Archie Fisher in Concert,” an avid horseman and master guitarist, singer and songwriter Archie Fisher is Scotland’s foremost troubadour and is known throughout the country as the host of BBC Radio Scotland’s award-winning “Travelling Folk” show, which he has been presenting for over 25 years. Recognized for his contributions to Scottish folk music, he was inducted into the Scots Traditional Music Hall of Fame and in 2006 was awarded an MBE (Member of the British Empire), a prestigious honor nominated by his peers and bestowed by Queen Elizabeth. Refreshment available during jam session and intermission, $15, Old South Church, 235 Main Street, Farmington. FMI: 207-491-5919, www.farmingtonucc.org.

Nov. 8, Friday, 5-7:30pm, “Roaring 20’s Party & Fundraiser,” Enjoy hors d’oeuvres + beverages, music, plus a silent auction and live art auction with auctioneer Rusty Farrin, and good company! 1920’s themed outfits encouraged, sponsored by Harlow Gallery, $40-$70, The Viles House, 71 Stone Street, Augusta. FMI: 207-622-3813, harlowgallery.org.

Nov. 8-10, Friday-Sunday, 5:30-6:30pm/Fri, 2-3pm/Sat, 5:30-6:30pm/Sun, “One-Act Festival,” Bates’ student-run Robinson Players present an evening filled with laughs and heartfelt moments. This year’s festival features six 10-minute one-act plays, all directed by first-time directors. Free but tickets required, Bates College, 2 Andrews Road, Lewiston. FMI: www.bates.edu/events.

Nov. 8, Friday, 7pm, “Three Point Jazz,” a trio of jazz musicians from Lewiston/Auburn performs original jazz compositions, as well as standards from the likes of Miles, Monk and John Coltrane. Members of the ensemble include John Smedley (guitar), Tim Clough (bass), and Michael Hansen (drums), She Doesn’t Like Guthries, 115 Middle Street, Lewiston. FMI: threepointjazz.com.

Nov. 8-10, Friday-Sunday, 7:30pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sun, “Murder for Two,” Presenting Theater at Monmouth’s recent production, directed by The Public Theatre’s Adam P. Blais Part MUSICAL, Part COMEDY, Part MYSTERY, ALL FUN!!! It’s a hilarious musical murder mystery with a twist. One actor investigates the crime, the other plays all the suspects, and they both play the piano! Get ready for a zany blend of musical comedy and madcap murder mystery in this fast and funny whodunit loaded with killer laughs. Special Events: Wine-Down Friday, Nov 8 – lobby opens for wine sampling at 6:30, curtain at 7:30. (courtesy of Central Distributors), $25/adults, $20/student, $10/youth, The Public Theatre, 31 Maple Street, Lewiston. FMI: 207-782-3200, www.thepublictheatre.org.

Nov. 8-10, Friday-Sunday, 7:30pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sun, “Disney’s Newsies the Musical,” Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right! Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein. Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience. Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International, $24-$27, Waterville Opera House, 1 Common Street, Waterville. FMI: 207-873-7000, www.operahouse.org.

Nov. 9, Saturday, 9am-2pm, “34th Annual Craft Fair,” lots of Homemade crafts, Jewelry, wreaths, honey, soap, bake goods, Kissing balls, knitted and crochet items, Rada Cutlery items and more!! There will be a raffle on a Holiday Dinner with all the fixin’s that will be drawn that day. Lunch will be available to purchase. Proceeds to benefit Local High School Scholarships, free, Madison American Legion Hall, 20 S. Maple Street, Madison. FMI: 207-696-8289, sunjournal.com.

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