On Saturday, May 30, welcome summer with the sounds and spirit that music, song and spoken words bring to the Maine coast. With the arrival of summer’s warm breezes and changing landscapes Damariscotta’s Open Mic (DOM), returns to the Long Barn at Inn Along the Way’s (IAW), Chapman Farm, 741 Main St., in Damariscotta, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for the second musical gathering of the 2026 season.

Local performer sign-up begins at  p.m. Artist performances, Inn tours, and meadow field walks are all part of the ambiance at this by donation Open Mic fundraiser in support of the Inn Along the Way (IAW). The IAW model is a unique and innovative community design in which older adults will live interdependently in a neighborhood-style setting of small, environmentally friendly homes.

Welcome to the IAW’s barnshed coop when No Spring Chickens, two chicks with guitars, dynamic vocals, and lush harmonies step onto the main stage at 3 p.m. Some say country, some say folk, some say rock n’ roll. Whatever the scramble Linda Picceri and Michelle Tanguay, are Lincoln County's very own free-range acoustic duo. Their trademark dynamic vocals and lush harmonies, combined with high-energy guitar accompaniment, make for a memorable concert experience. Audiences can expect to enjoy their crowd-pleasing originals and unique interpretations of well-loved folk, country, rock, and blues classics.

In traditional Maine coast fashion, community members attending the Inn’s May 30 Open Mic will be surrounded with an eclectic mix of music, song, verse, dance, community fun and laughter. Musicians and performing artists from all genres and generations this is your opportunity to step onto the Damarisoctta Open Mic summer stage beginning at 1:30 p.m.  

For more information about DOM participation or the IAW’s musical fundraiser schedule please contact Sylvia Tavares at (207) 766-8469 sylviatavares502@gmail.com.