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Speaker Series, Rockland: Dr. Nan Stein of the Wellesley Centers for Women

New Hope Midcoast

School is much more than a place for academic learning. It’s a safe, secure place where students can feel valued, respected and nurtured. Bullying, exclusion and harassment pose a threat to students and to the school as a space safe enough to try out new ideas and take risks. Sexual harassment in...
Speaker Series, Boothbay: Dr. Nan Stein of the Wellesley Centers for Women

New Hope Midcoast

School is much more than a place for academic learning. It’s a safe, secure place where students can feel valued, respected and nurtured. Bullying, exclusion and harassment pose a threat to students and to the school as a space safe enough to try out new ideas and take risks. Sexual harassment in...
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Who needs a movie when you have a neighbor who likens themselves to Barbie and calls the police every single time you overindulge in Taco Bell's Customer Appreciation Day and send wicked gas onto her property? In other things- we've finally shed a lot of our ungrateful, lazy, dotard, underage...
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Mine Oyster Waterfront Dining

Congratulations 🏆Chef Ralph Smith of Mine Oysterfor winning big at the 10th Annual Claw Down Lobster Bites Culinary Competition! https://www.boothbayregister.com/article/chef-ralph-smith-mine-oyster-wins-big/175189 LUNCH & DINNER from 11:30 am Mon-Thur until 9 pm Fri-Sun–until 10...
The Pemaquid Oyster Festival at Mine Oyster & Pier 1 • Sunday September 24th • Noon - Dusk

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Boothbay Harbor is hosting the PEMAQUID OYSTER FESTIVAL this year at MINE OYSTER GENERAL ADMISSION - $10/$5 Adult/Children under 12 General Admission (12pm - Dusk) Why? It's FUN! And the proceeds from the Festival will be donated to the Edward A. Myers Marine...
GIVE TO ME, YOUR POOR, WORN OUT TENNIS BALLS

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Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore – Ms. Liberty ALSO GIVE TWO SALTY DOGS YOUR USED TENNIS BALLS SO WE CAN SELL THEM AND GIVE THE MONEY TO LOCAL ANIMAL CHARITIES.Sorry for yelling.
Successful Watercolor Batik Workshop!

Southport General Store & Barn

Another successful Watercolor Batik Workshop yesterday! Jeanne Lally walked us through the steps of applying melted wax and watercolor paint to create unique textures and add depth to our fish!Working with melted wax to create resists is HARD! This is a humbling process that pushes the creator out...
Oil Stick Still Life Painting 11/19

Southport General Store & Barn

Join us on Sunday, November 19th from 10am-12pm to paint a floral still life still at The Barn using Oil Sticks! Click here to register online! In addition to your creation on a 1" thick birch wood panel, you will get to bring home your own set of Oil Sticks! A little goes a long way so this...
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Coastal Prime at Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Golf ResortJoin us on our waterfront deckfor delicious food, craft cocktailsand spectacular sunsets. For reservations, please call 207-633-4455or find us on RESY Reservations Arriving by boat...Dock & Dine with us! Open daily 11:30 - 9:00
OCEAN POINT KITCHEN OPEN 7-DAYS A WEEK

Ocean Point Inn

Bluebird Ocean Point Inn’s restaurant and bar, Ocean Point Kitchen, is open 7-days-a-week for breakfast and dinner. Lunch/Brunch is served Saturday’s and Sunday’s from 8-2PM.Come join us! For more information or to make reservations, call 207-633-4200. www.bluebirdOceanPointInn.com
SCHOOL STREET BAND MEMBER DEREK GANNETT PERFORMS TONIGHT AT OCEAN POINT KITCHEN 6:30PM

Ocean Point Inn

Ocean Point Inn invites you to come hear School Street Band member, Derek Gannett on guitar and vocals. Derek, a multi-talented musician always gets people up on the dance floor so bring your dancing shoes! For more information or to make reservations call 207-633-4200. www.bluebirdOceanPointInn....
Join us for DRCC Business-After-Hours in October!

Newcastle Realty
Open House!

Newcastle Realty
Maine Outdoor Film Festival to screen at The Waldo on Friday, Sept. 22nd at 7pm

ADVENTURE. CONSERVATION. CONNECTION. The Maine Outdoor Film Festival curates and presents film experiences related to the beauty, interactivity and complexity of our planet. MOFF asks questions and shares stories about how the power of our planet influences human experience and conversely, human’s...
Candle Making Workshop 10/29

Southport General Store & Barn

Join us for our fourth candle making workshop on Sunday October 29th from 1-2:30pm! Click here to register online! Each person will make 1 all natural, soy wax candle with a hemp wick, scented with essential oils in a reusable Southport etched glass. Choose between a wine glass or a rocks glass!...
The Blue Café: David Rogers

Camden Opera House

Innovative classical guitarist David Rogers performs upstairs in intimate third-floor performance space of Camden Opera House, 29 Elm St. Doors open 7 p.m.; seats are limited (no reservations). Free/donations to the Community Arts Fund; cash bar.
SINGER/SONGWRITER JUDD CASWELL TO PERFORM AT OCEAN POINT KITCHEN WEDNESDAY EVENING FROM 6:30 TO 8:30PM

Ocean Point Inn

Ocean Point Kitchen invites you to hear the magical sounds of singer songwriter Judd Caswell as part of Bluebird Ocean Point Inn’s Summer Music Series. Judd will perform from 6:30 to 8:30pm, Wednesday, August 27th. Maine singer/songwriter Jud Caswell has got a keen eye for detail. There’s a magic...
The weather is changing and there’s a new menu afoot!!

Brady’s

Well, Hurricane Lee has blown through and left in his wake a feel of fall in the air. With fall comes Brady’s fall and local menu!! Everyday we will feature a special request from some of our favorite people. Drumroll Please!! Taco Tuesday featuring Todd’s beef taco’s($3.50), Trish’s fish tacos,...
BOOGIE2SHOOZ ROCKS THE HOUSE AT OCEAN POINT KITCHEN TUESDAY 6-9PM

Ocean Point Inn

Bluebird Ocean Point invites you to come hear the dynamic duo, Boogie2Shooz, this evening from 6-9pm at Ocean Point Kitchen. Boogie2Shooz is part of the Summer Star Music Series happening at Bluebird Ocean Point Inn this summer! Boogie 2 Shooz is comprised of musical entertainers, Patti-Jean...
SINGER SONGWRITER KAT LOGAN AT OCEAN POINT KITCHEN THURSDAY 6:30PM

Ocean Point Inn

Bluebird Ocean Point and Ocean Point Kitchen are delighted to welcome back songstress Kat Logan as part of Bluebird Ocean Point’s Summer Music Series. Kat Logan is a singer songwriter with influences from folk, americana, celtic, blues and jazz accompaniment. Kat will perform Thursday evening from...
Watercolor Batik Workshop

Southport General Store & Barn

Join us on Thursday, September 21st 9am-12pm for our second Watercolor Batik workshop with Southport artist, Jeanne Lally! We had so much fun with our first class and are looking forward to doing it again! Class is 75$ per person. Sign up online www.southportgeneralstore.com or call The Barn at (...
Cheers to a wonderful Artist Talk!

Southport General Store & Barn

Big thank you to all who came out to support our Artist Talk series in The Barn last night! We were thrilled with the huge turnout and absolutely loved seeing The Barn packed with people eager to hear about the creative journey’s of four local artists. Our mission at The Barn is to support local...
Booktoberfest

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

Saturday, October 14, 10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m. Join us for a fantastic fall festival on the Library Lawn! Festivities include: Used Book Sale – Name your own price! Find books for all ages in a huge assortment of genres. Books are generously supplied by the Friends of the Library. All...
Awning is down!! On purpose this time!

Brady’s

It’s sad and a little early but Big Red is down for the season. Really didn’t want a repeat of a couple of years ago! That being said we will be open as conditions allow on Saturday and Sunday for first responders, anyone else crazy enough to venture out, and our football fanatics on Sunday! What’s...
FREE ARTIST TALK TONIGHT

Southport General Store & Barn

ARTIST TALK THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH 5:30-7:30! Join us in The Barn to hear local artists tell their stories! The preservation of traditional crafts is an honorable pursuit that The Barn is dedicated to supporting. This event is free and open to the public! Robert Mitchell- Robert Mitchell has...
55th Annual FALL FOLIAGE FESTIVAL OCT 7 + 8

Boothbay Railway Village Museum

Spaces are filling up fast! Reserve your spot today at RailwayVillage.org or email RailwayVillageEvents@gmail.com. Also, we are in need of event volunteers for this great annual fundraiser that supports the Boothbay Region Information Center and Boothbay Railway Village Museum.
PAUL D’ALESSIO & MARK STOVER TO PERFORM AT OCEAN POINT KITCHEN WEDNESDAY EVENING 6:30-8:30PM

Ocean Point Inn

Come hear dynamic duo Paul D’Alessio and Mark Stover perform Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30pm at Ocean Point Kitchen. If you are looking for get away from the hustle and bustle of the harbor, we’ve got great cocktails, great food and two of the region’s best musicians. Paul and Mark are...
JACK HARTFORD JOINS DAVE GAGNE TONIGHT AT OCEAN POINT KITCHEN 6:30PM to 8:30PM

Ocean Point Inn

Bluebird Ocean Point Inn invites you to hear local favorite Chris Gagne joined by Jack Hartford on bass, guitar and vocals this evening from 6:30 to 8:30pm at Ocean Point Kitchen. Bluebird’s Summer Star Music Series features musical entertainment everyTuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening through...
May the cone of uncertainty be with you!!

Brady’s

Well, everyone is talking about it and we have been here at Brady’s too. Lee is making the big red awning a little nervous so we have decided it is time to come down for the season. It’s sad but necessary. Brady’s will be watching the weather for the weekend and will still have the NFL SUNDAY...
May the cone of uncertainty be with you!!

Brady’s

Well, everyone is talking about it and we have been here at Brady’s too. Lee is making the big red awning a little nervous so we have decided it is time to come down for the season. It’s sad but necessary. Brady’s will be watching the weather for the weekend and will still have the NFL SUNDAY...
Looking for a real estate agent? Call Jessica at Newcastle Realty!

Newcastle Realty

Jessica grew up in East Boothbay and her family has a long history in the Boothbay Region. After graduating from High School, Jessica felt the need for adventure and traveled to Europe where she spent a few months living in Spain working on a sailing yacht. In 2016, Jessica inevitably returned home...
Newcastle Realty Offers New Price on Charming Jefferson Home!

Newcastle Realty

Charming 4 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured ranch waiting to welcome you home! The spacious back deck is the perfect size to enjoy the last few weeks of summer. The primary bedroom includes a private bathroom with a large walk-in shower and walk-in closet. Many kitchen upgrades including wooden...
Patrick Chamberlin, CIC, Earns Property & Casualty Consultant’s License

Allen Insurance and Financial

Patrick Chamberlin, CIC, a member of the business insurance team at Allen Insurance and Financial, is now a licensed property & casualty insurance consultant in Maine. “This is an outstanding achievement by Patrick and it is a testament to his tenacious commitment to professional development...
Next Legion Breakfast

American Legion Post #36

The next Legion breakfast is 10 September. Thanks to the generosity of Janson’s Clothing Store and stain glass artist Richard McDonald, there are some really great raffle items to be “won” along with great food and comradery!
NFL Sunday ticket at Brady’s!!

Brady’s

You read that right!! The NFL Ticket has come to Brady’s and starting week 1 Brady’s will have 7 TV’s going with all your favorite teams playing!! A fun football menu and beer and drink specials all day!! The fun starts at noon so put on that team jersey and secure a spot at the only place on the...
Fish Cakes on Special!

Homemade FishCakes at Kaler’s today!! Served with coleslaw and French fries and lemon garlic aioli on the side
Welcoming Nichole Kindelan to our Business Insurance Team

Allen Insurance and Financial

Nichole Kindelan, CIC, ACSR, CPIW, became an Allen employee-owner in August 2023. A native of Caribou, Maine, Nichole is a graduate of Northern Maine Technical College. With 25+ years of experience in our industry, Nichole’s passion is building lasting relationships by working with businesses on...
Looking for a real estate agent? Call Jane at Newcastle Realty!

Newcastle Realty

Born and raised here in the Mid-coast, Jane has since raised four of her own children in this close-knit community. Seeking a post-retirement career in real estate, Jane looks forward to using her knowledge of the area while connecting individuals and families to their dream homes. In her spare...
SINGER SONGWRITER KENDALL DEAN PERFORMS TONIGHT AT OCEAN POINT KITCHEN 6:30PM

Ocean Point Inn

Story Location:191 Shore RoadEast Boothbay, ME 04544United States Bluebird Ocean Point invites you to come hear the multitalented singer, songwriter, Kendall Dean tonight at Ocean Point Kitchen from 6:30 to 8:30PM.Kendall Dean is a professional vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. She has a storied...
Triangle Shawl Knitting Workshop

Southport General Store & Barn

Learn how to knit a triangle shawl with Annie Buchholz on Friday, September 8th from 9-11am! Each student will receive two skeins of Maine made wool, circular needles, stitch markers and a pattern they get to take home at the end of class! The yarn included in the class is made by Jagger Spun in...
Taco Tuesday @ Kaler’s

Taco Tuesday today!! Ground beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, salsa and sour cream on the side Wednesday special: Homemade fish cakes with lemon garlic aioli, fries and coleslaw
Roxanne Andrews, our One2One Home Care Manager, Retires

The Lincoln Home Lifestyle

Amidst smiles, hugs and tears we celebrated the retirement of Roxanne Andrews, our One2One Home Care Manager at The Lincoln Home in Newcastle. We appreciate all your dedication and support in helping seniors in our community stay safely at home. Always with a smile and positive attitude, Roxy has...
Triangle Shawl Knitting Workshop 9/8!

Southport General Store & Barn

Learn how to knit a triangle shawl with Annie Buchholz on Friday, September 8th from 9-11am! Each student will receive two skeins of Maine made wool, circular needles, stitch markers and a pattern they get to take home at the end of class! The yarn included in the class is made by Jagger Spun in...
Palette Knife Painting Success!

Southport General Store & Barn

The creative juices were flowing last Friday morning here at the Barn as students painted their masterpieces! Painting with a palette knife instead of a brush challenges students to give up a degree of control and be selective about their mark making.Experimenting with color and texture, everyone...
Looking for a real estate agent? Call Alicia at Newcastle Realty!

Newcastle Realty

Born and raised in Mid-coast Maine, Alicia obtained her real estate license shortly after graduating from Lincoln Academy in 2019. Alicia's clear communication skills help her assist her clients throughout the buying and selling process. In her free time, Alicia enjoys exploring everything Maine...
Brett Dennen: Fool in Paradise Acoustic Tour, with special guest Chance Emerson to perform at The Waldo on Sat. Sept 2nd at 8pm

Brett Dennen, a Northern California native, has been captivating audiences for nearly two decades with his distinct blend of folk-pop melodies, thought-provoking lyrics, and soulful vocal prowess. His signature red hair and lanky frame are as unmistakable as the music that has earned him legions of...
SINGER SONGWRITER ED DESJARDINS TO PERFORM AT OCEAN POINT KITCHEN THURSDAY 6:30 to 8:30PM

Ocean Point Inn

Bluebird Ocean Point Inn invites you to come hear singer songwriter, Ed DesJardins this Thursday evening, August 28th from 6:30 to 8:30PM at Ocean Point Kitchen. For over thirty years Ed has been crafting his art, performing at multiple venues as both a solo act and with other talented performers...
Focus on the Past

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

They say that a picture is worth a thousand words and BHML has always been picture perfect! For close to 100 years, people have been creating memories, reading stories, and accessing essential resources at this very spot. We love seeing photos and artistic renderings illustrating the myriad of...
Girls who code

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

Wednesdays starting October 4, 4:15–5:15 p.m. This club is an opportunity for 5th-8th grade girls and non-binary students to join a network of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world. BHML’s Girls Who Code Club is led by two awesome volunteers who are Bigelow...
Brett Dennen: Fool in Paradise Acoustic Tour, with special guest Chance Emerson to perform at The Waldo on Sat. Sept 2nd at 8pm

Brett Dennen, a Northern California native, has been captivating audiences for nearly two decades with his distinct blend of folk-pop melodies, thought-provoking lyrics, and soulful vocal prowess. His signature red hair and lanky frame are as unmistakable as the music that has earned him legions of...

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