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Mowry Beach Conservation Area Bird WatchingWednesday, January 13 to December 13
Self guided walks at the Mowry Beach Conservation Area with sandy beach is a great bird watching location and includes boardwalk overlooking the Lubec channel that is wheelchair accessible. Open sun up to sun down. This property benefits the community and is owned by the Quoddy Regional Land Trust, a local non-profit organization dedicated to protect our region's heritage of open space, wildlife and natural resources for public access for more information visit www.qrlt.org.
Freeport Community Market
Friday, May 28 to October 8
Stop by Discovery Park every Friday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. to shop from a great mix of local produce, fresh baked goods, handcrafted items and more.
Ford Mustang Giveaway at Hollywood Slots
Tuesday, June 1 to July 31
Guests can earn entries from June 1 through July 31 for a chance to win a 2010 Ford Mustang. Earn 10x entries on June 2, 9, 16 and 30 and 100x Tuesday, June 22!
Walk Where Maine Artists Walked
Saturday, June 5 to September 12
See What Maine Artists Saw - After experiencing the sights and sounds that Winslow Homer, Edward Hopper, Andrew Wyeth and other notable artists saw and heard in Maine, you will experience their artistic results at the prestigious Portland Museum of Art. This full day excursion tour includes the opportunity to explore areas along the coast from which paintings were made and then view the artists' results at the museum. Winslow Homer and the Poetics of Place (June 5-Sept 6, 2010) - Portland Museum of Art American Moderns: Masterworks on Paper from the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art (June 25-Sept 12, 2010)- Portland Museum of Art
Art and Industry in the Saco River Valley
Wednesday, June 9 to August 30
Through fine art, historical artifacts, words and pictures, and interactive, hands-on activities, this exhibit will explore the rich tradition of making things in the Saco region. From the founding of the cities on the Saco in the 17th century, to the creation of fine and decorative arts in the early 19th century, to the booming factories of the later 19th and 20th centuries, to the arts and manufacturing traditions that endure today, the energy, creativity, and industry of this place will come to life. Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, noon-4 p.m.; Friday, noon-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, noon-4 p.m. Information:
Winslow Homer and the Poetics of Place
Wednesday, June 9 to August 6
This exhibition will showcase 20 works from the museum's collection of Winslow Homer watercolors and oils on canvas. The exhibition will feature paintings understood to be national treasures, such as Artists Sketching in the White Mountains (1868) and Weatherbeaten (1894) as well as The Sharpshooter (1862). Location: The Portland Museum of Art, 7 Congress Square. Time: Daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and until 9 p.m. on Fridays Admission: $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $4 for youth ages 6 to 17.
New Exhibits and Exciting Events Await Visitors at Penobscot Marine Museum in 2009
Thursday, June 10 to October 19
The flags are flying high at the Penobscot Marine Museum to signal the opening of the campus for the 2009 season. With exciting new exhibits and a full calendar of events, the Penobscot Marine Museum is a destination not to be missed on any tour of Midcoast Maine museums and galleries.
Our Positive Bodies: Mapping Our Treatment, Sharing Our Choices
Saturday, June 12 to December 11
Created in Nairobi, Kenya, by the Trust for Indigenous Culture and Health in 2004, this exhibition explores "body mapping," a technique devised to help HIV-positive women cope with the fact that they were likely to die prematurely and leave their children behind. In body mapping, life-size silhouette self-portraits express the feelings, memories, treatment and identities of those likely to die of AIDS. These powerful portraits and the celebratory process used to paint them allow HIV-positive people to explore both their own options and ways that other people influence their ability to stay hea
Selections from the Marsden Hartley Memorial
Saturday, June 12 to October 3
n 1951, in compliance with the artist's wish, the heirs of the Marsden Hartley estate left as a gift to Bates College the last remaining effects from the pioneering American modernist's home and studio in Corea, Maine. This exhibit comprises highlights from this extraordinary collection of drawings, paintings, photography, personal objects and ephemera. Free Admission.
Happy Birthday, 41!
Saturday, June 12 to September 8
With former President George H. W. Bush's 85th birthday this year comes an opportunity to reflect upon what he has meant to the Kennebunks, as well as what the Kennebunks-- so often referred to as his "anchor to windward"--have meant to him. The Brick Store Museum unveils Happy Birthday, "41"! as its newest History Showcase display. This birthday salute includes a giant card upon which visitors can pen their greetings, which will be presented to the President later this summer. In addition, the display encourages locals to document their own recollections of the President, First Family, press co
Quilts from the Collections of the Brick Store Museum
Sunday, June 20 to December 31
From inspirational Civil War quilts made by local Ladies Aid Societies in 1864 to a brightly-colored 1880s crazy quilt with a secret pouch, there are more than 40 quilts of varying sizes and patterns in the Museum's permanent collections. Admire a selection of 15 of these practical and beautiful masterpieces from the 18th to 20th centuries and learn the stories they have to tell. Exhibition made possible by our proud business partner, Ocean Bank. Admission by suggested donation of $5/person. Hours are Tues-Fri, 10-4:30 and Sat, 10-1 (closed holidays).
Bangor Y Summer Camp
Sunday, June 20 to August 27
A Summer of Fun, A Lifetime of Memories. For children 3-17 Camp Molly Molasses Camp G. Pierce Webber Camp Jordan Resident Camp & Leader's School Swim Camp Kiddie Camp Call or visit us online for more information
Maine Discovery Museum Camp Registration
Monday, June 21 to August 20
We offer week long summer camps throughout the summer for your kids. Camp Bangor Accepted and Financial Aid is Available. Please call or visit our website for more information.
Millinocket Memorial Library Announces Summer Reading Programs
Monday, June 21 to August 1
Water is the theme this summer at the Millinocket Memorial Library. Children will explore the world of water and water fun through stories and other activities. Make a Splash, READ! is open to children of all ages and abilities. Children may participate if someone reads to them. Older children are encouraged to join the program Make Waves at Your Library. The library will offer various programs and activities throughout the summer. Registration for the reading programs is June 1 through June 18. The 6-week programs begin on June 21. For more information contact Marietta Cole at 207-723-7020.
Summer Reading Program
Wednesday, June 23 to August 11
South China Library will kick off their summer reading program with L.C. Bates Musuem on Wednesday June 23rd at 10:30am with their program The Young Naturalist and will continue every Wednesday at 10:30 thru August 11th.
Farmer's Market
Saturday, June 26 to September 25
There will be a Farmer's Market held the last Saturday of each month through September @ 114 Main Street in downtown Winterport. The market is open from 8am to 1pm Spaces still available for rent.
Family Fun
Saturday, June 26 to October 12
For a unique experience come ride the Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railway. Climb aboard for a 10 mile round trip through the rolling hills, forests, and wetlands of Waldo County. Experience the shrill of the horn as our historic General Electric Diesel Locomotives pulls your train to Waldo Station and back. Trains departs at 11am & again at 1pm. Adults $12.00, children 3-14 years $6.00, and under 3 free. Brooks Preservation is a 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to preserving railroad history. All fares ensure "we can preserve yesterday for tomorrow".
Paper n Clay Kid's Camp
Monday, June 28 to August 20
Join the fun with Pottery Painting, Clay Hand Building, Polymer Clay, Plaster and Glass Painting. Kids will leave Paper n Clay Kid's Camp with tones of projects and a new knowledge of arts and crafts. Week long camps. Full day from 9am-4pm, Half day from 9am-12pm. Flexible drop offs and pick ups available for working parents for small fee.
Joseph Nicoletti: A Retrospective
Tuesday, June 29 to September 25
A reception and talk by the artist open the summer's major exhibition at the Bates College Museum of Art. An important realist painter, Nicoletti joined the Bates art and visual culture faculty in 1981. Although his art has appeared in our exhibitions numerous times, this is the museum's first exhibition showing a broad range of Nicoletti's work. Featured are paintings and drawings from the museum's collection, from other museums and private collections, and from Nicoletti himself. The catalog includes an essay by the eminent art historian Jeffrey Muller.
Summer Reading Program
Wednesday, June 30 to August 18
South China Library will kick off their summer reading program with L.C. Bates Musuem on Wednesday June 23rd at 10:30am with their program The Young Naturalist and will continue every Wednesday at 10:30 thru August 11th.
Joseph Nicoletti: A Retrospective
Wednesday, June 30 to September 25
A reception and talk by the artist open the summer's major exhibition at the Bates College Museum of Art. An important realist painter, Nicoletti joined the Bates art and visual culture faculty in 1981. Although his art has appeared in our exhibitions numerous times, this is the museum's first exhibition showing a broad range of Nicoletti's work. Featured are paintings and drawings from the museum's collection, from other museums and private collections, and from Nicoletti himself. The catalog includes an essay by the eminent art historian Jeffrey Muller. Museum hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 AM-5 PM
Regional Artists Open Juried Show
Thursday, July 1 to July 31
The Ogunquit Art Association exhibiting at Barn Gallery collaborates to present the Juried Show of Regional New England Artists July 1- July 31, Reception is Saturday July 10, from 5-8pm. Presented also this month are solo shows of paintings by Pat Hardy and Theresann D'Angelo, inspirational works that are drawn from life. Presented in the lower gallery is our general show of works by Ogunquit Art Association artists and sculpture by New England artists.
Town of Greenville - Gazebo Concert Series
Friday, July 2 to July 30
July 2nd - July 30th, events happen every Friday at 7:00pm at the Greenville Gazebo. July 2nd ~ New Relm - New Country & Bluegrass July 9th ~ Uncle Hardbody - Josh Guthrie & Friends July 16th ~ Ken Brooks - Folk, Bluegrass, Gospel & Vintage Country July 23rd ~ Anni Clark - Folk, Pop & Blues July 30th ~ Evergreen - Bluegrass
Family Fun
Saturday, July 3 to October 19
For a unique experience come ride the Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railway. Climb aboard for a 10 mile round trip through the rolling hills, forests, and wetlands of Waldo County. Experience the shrill of the horn as our historic General Electric Diesel Locomotives pulls your train to Waldo Station and back. Trains departs at 11am & again at 1pm. Adults $12.00, children 3-14 years $6.00, and under 3 free. Brooks Preservation is a 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to preserving railroad history. All fares ensure "we can preserve yesterday for tomorrow".
Alive at Five Concert Series
Wednesday, July 7 to August 8
Summer Reading Program
Wednesday, July 7 to August 25
South China Library will kick off their summer reading program with L.C. Bates Musuem on Wednesday June 23rd at 10:30am with their program The Young Naturalist and will continue every Wednesday at 10:30 thru August 11th.
Alive at Five FREE Concert Series
Thursday, July 8 to August 5
Kick back, enjoy free music by your favorite bands in the summer sun, and enjoy a cold drink in the beer garden, presented by Sebago Brewing Company! 5PM-8PM
Georgetown In Transition 1900-1930
Friday, July 9 to October 15
