UNITY — "Going up (over, down) to the fair this weekend?" Doesn't matter in what part of the State of Maine one might be living, the question is likely repeated thousands of times in late September, and references but one event — the Common Ground Country Fair, held each year around the Autumnal Equinox. 

It is collective celebration of the harvest and rural living, and is hosted by the Maine Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) at its headquarters in Unity, in the heart of Waldo County.

Peek into the nooks and crannies of Castle Tucker on the final Behind Closed Doors tour of the season Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.  Whether you are a first time or repeat visitor, there is something new to see on this leisurely in-depth tour that includes rooms not included on the general tour. This unique mansion is entirely authentic, filled with the original furnishings and decoration of the Tucker family who lived here for over 140 years. 

Foreign Auto Rendezvous, the Owls Head Transportation Museum’s annual salute to the beauty, craftsmanship, and history of foreign automobiles, returns Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 20 - 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., each day. The Museum is located at 117 Museum St., in Owls Head.

Re-discover the timeless music of The Kingston Trio - or experience it for the first time. The four-time Grammy Award winning trio (two of which were awarded to the original Kingston Trio in 1959 and 1960), will be performing at The Waldo on Friday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m.

Craig Ferguson will perform in his only Maine appearance at The Waldo Theatre on Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m.

Ferguson is a multiple Grammy nominee, Peabody and Emmy Award-winning actor, writer, producer, director, and comedian with a diverse career that encompasses film, television and the stage. He is a New York Times bestselling author and has recorded numerous standup specials for Netflix, Epix, Comedy Central and Amazon.

"Two singer-songwriters sit on the edge of a cliff…” With these words, we are drawn into the world of "Both Sides Now" - a theatrical concert that explores the music and lives of long-time friends and one-time lovers, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen - being staged at the Waldo on Oct. 11.

River Arts in Damariscotta invites artists to submit work for an upcoming juried show, “Artist’s Choice.” Submissions are now open through Saturday, Sept. 27 at 4 p.m.

River Arts is pleased to announce the juror will be well known artist, America Martin. Martin’s art is bold in scale and vibrant in spirit. Martin cites her Colombian heritage as a vital source of inspiration.

Laura Bianchi and Ivano Balluchi, two artists who lived or live in the Tuscany region of Italy have one important thing in common, other than their immense talent. They are both represented by two insightful artists in Boothbay Harbor, Maine.

Kerr+Jones Gallery in East Boothbay is honored to present an exhibition of paintings, "Oil Paint & Brine" by iconic Maine artist Philip Barter and recent works by son, Matt Barter. The gallery will host a reception on Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 4 to 6 p.m. All are welcome. 

Richard Wiggin Johnson, a long-time resident of Southport Island, was the first artist to exhibit his paintings at the Southport Memorial Library in 1999. The current retrospective exhibition of his work there will run throught Oct. 31.

Local author Kay Tobler Liss will sign copies of her second novel, “Coming Home,” at Sherman’s Maine Coast Book Store, 5 Commercial St., Boothbay Harbor on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Lincoln Arts Festival presents Krista River, mezzo-soprano and Stephen Porter, piano on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor at 125 Townsend Avenue.

Already being hailed as “the next Woody Guthrie,” award-winning, prolific lyricist and composer, Nashville musician Crys Matthews blends Americana, folk, blues, and bluegrass into performances steeped in traditional melodies punctuated by honest, original lyrics. A troubadour of truth, Matthews is among the brightest stars of the new generation of social justice music-makers. On Saturday, Sept. 20, she comes to Maine to perform at the historic Boothbay Harbor Opera House.

This year's fundraiser of The Friends of the Wiscasset Public Library, Bands for Books, was held Labor Day and was dedicated to the memory of Linda Winterberg. She is remembered for her years as president and secretary of the library’s board of trustees, and was instrumental in launching the popular Bands for Books annual fundraiser.

The event was held at Lakehurst Lodge in Damariscotta.

The art on this new panel will include a collection of different art styles and mediums by members. It will rotate weekly giving visitors an opportunity to view multiple artists on a single panel.

Paintings will be smaller sizes, no more than 14” x 18” including frame. The attached example is a watercolor, "Wave Energy," by Paul Sherman.

The beloved "Downton Abbey" franchise is presenting its "Grand Finale" film, opening nationwide on Sept. 12. Harbor Theater hosts a preview Gala and screening of the film beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Friday the 12th. Tickets for the Gala and film are available only by advance sale at the theater or online at https://www.simpletix.com/e/downton-abbey-the-grand-finale-gala-tickets-232179. Opening Gala tickets are $25 for members and $30 for non-members.

Maine’s Novel Jazz Septet features the talents of musicians with over two centuries of collective musical experience performing swinging jazz from the Great American Songbook. They are celebrating their 21st year together this season, and bring the music of the great Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn to the historic Boothbay Harbor Opera House on Friday, Sept. 12.