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SOS featured at Legion Breakfast this Sunday

American Legion Post #36

Our breakfast this week will feature SOS (chipped beef on toast for you non-military types). All the other usual menu items will be available. Even ice cream sandwiches are available for an additional $2!
New Hope for Women: Pop Up Shop Committee Thanks Community Members

New Hope for Women

New Hope for Women recently made the very difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Pop Up Shop due to the pandemic. This event, a sale of women’s quality new and gently used clothing and accessories held in Rockland, raised $36,000 last year. With the difficult choice to cancel came the knowledge that...
Coastal Prime - offering waterfront dining at its best! Dock & Dine with us!

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Nathan’s Wellness Pharmacy & Apothecary

Welcome We are very excited to join the community and hope to have a great impact on every customer. Our Pharmacy will be providing personalized consultations, compounding prescriptions, great prices on prescription drugs, a huge variety of local creams and tinctures, DNA...
10/9 & 10/10: Bʊktoberfest

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

On the library lawn, with masks and physical distancing in play, join us for an outdoor Used Book Sale. Friday, Oct. 9, 2020 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 PM Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Buy up books from the Friends of the Library Used Bookstore, as well as duplicates and other items...
Spooky Foofa Haunted House @ Brady’s!!!

Brady’s

Thursday October 29th will be the opening night of the Spooky Foofa Haunted House on Brady’s enormous outside deck!! Safety comes first and we have mapped out a plan the will scare the wits out of you and keep you safe all at the same time. Tickets are free and we ask for a donation to Action For...
New Hope for Women Receives Backpacks from West Bay Rotary

New Hope for Women

Children in New Hope for Women’s Transitional Housing units recently received backpacks filled with school supplies through West Bay Rotary’s Backpack Program. Transitional housing provides victims of domestic violence with up to two years of housing as they work on career, educational and...
Tonight on Zoom: Financial Planning Talk for Students & Parents

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

Money Talk$Join BHML and the Boothbay Region Chamber of Commerce for two free financial programs facilitated by Financial Advisor, Marta Haydym. Registration is required, you can register at any time. Students & ParentsWednesday, September 23, 6:00 PMDo you have questions about what to do now...
SoundCheck: The Clockworks Ensemble

Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House (29 Elm St.) presents safely distanced 45-seats/one-set-only concert in the auditorium. Tom Luther’s latest group, a mixed ensemble of strings, brass and computer in 4-channel audio, presents program of original music titled “While You Were Out.” Tickets are $10 in advance (...
Big Word Time

Two Salty Dogs Pet Outfitters

REFLECTIVE COLLARS AND VESTS - 27.1415996638% OFF!!!! Maine's deer hunting season begins on September 12 this year.Does the thought of 1,000's of minimally-trained Massachusetts and New York hunters charging through the Maine woods with loaded weapons strike fear into the very core of your being...
SEPTEMBER BRLT CHALLENGE!

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Be one of two people who correctly identify this BRLT preserve this month and get a FREE 3oz bag of Bare Bites Beef Liver Treats. Good for cats AND dogs! Send your guess here: fatmax@twosaltydogs.net Hi-Res Photo:
SEPTEMBER SALTY PAWS

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The Salty Paws September 2020 I DON'T KNOW IF:1) We won Downeast Magazine's Best o' the Best2) We won Downeast Dog News' Best o' the Best3) That rash of yours will go away on its own.4) I should keep using this mask that I accidentally left a roll of lavender-...
Allen Insurance and Financial is a Best Place to Work in Maine

Allen Insurance and Financial

Allen Insurance and Financial was recently named as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in Maine. This is the company’s ninth consecutive year on the list. The awards program was created in 2006 and is a project of the Society for Human Resource Management - Maine State Council and Best Companies...
A Week of Celebrations at Lincoln Home

The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

of fun, outdoor activities. With a lovely view of the Damariscotta River in the background, Randy Lindsey entertained residents with classical guitar and old time favorites Monday afternoon. Tuesday was a delicious outdoor lobster bake for both residents and staff, with the talented Orville Lee...
Songs for Hope benefit live-streamed concert

Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House presents Caroline Cotter, Emilia Dahlin and Sara Hallie Richardson in a Maine singer-songwriters showcase to benefit New Hope for Women streamed live from our stage to our Facebook page! Please send donations to New Hope for Women, P.O. Box A, Rockland, ME 04841-0733 or donate...
Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group

Quarry Hill

The Alzheimer's Support Group provides information and support to area residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. Currently the group is meeting via Zoom. Free. Those interested in participating should contact Cheri R. Blouin, LSW at (207) 301-6237 or at...
New Hope for Women Introduces New Board and Staff Members

New Hope for Women

New Hope for Women, Midcoast Maine’s only domestic violence resource center since 1981, has recently added a member to its board of directors and a new staff member to its leadership team. Jane McDonnell is a digital media leader and innovator with a long history of creating and supporting digital...
You're New to Maine. Did You Know Your Medicare Coverage May Not Travel With You?

Allen Insurance and Financial

Original Medicare, Parts A & B, travel with you, no matter where you go in the U.S. On the other hand, Medicare Part C (advantage plans) and Medicare Part D (drug plans) don’t travel so well – you will want to make sure your plans will work for you in your new service area. If you have moved...
SoundCheck: Mr. and Mrs. Garrett Soucy

Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House (29 Elm St.) presents safely distanced 45-seats/one-set-only concert series in the auditorium. Show features acclaimed acoustic singer/songwriter trio. Tickets are $10 in advance (encouraged), $20 day-of, via camdenoperahouse.com and 236-3154. Doors open 7 p.m., safety protocols...
Part Time Job Opportunity

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

The Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library (BHML) seeks an engaging and community-minded individual to provide digital literacy services to the region’s diverse array of library users. This is a new position for a creative individual who has an interest in or passion for learning and teaching in the...
MaineMadeMusic: Luke and Will Mallett SOLD OUT

Camden Opera House

Leaders of the Mallett Brothers Band offer a safely distanced 40-seats/one-set-only acoustic concert in the auditorium. Doors open 7 p.m., safety protocols (face coverings required) in place. SOLD OUT but show will be livestreamed on COH Facebook page, donations to Community Arts Fund appreciated.
ZUCKERSTRUCK - by Auggie

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Yep. It’s another Aug Dog Blog. In this blog, Auggie writes a strangely obsequious letter to one of the dorkiest and richest men in the world. Read the snippet below. If you want to continue, click the link to the full blog. If you don’t want to continue, get a dictionary so you can understand...
SoundCheck: Nikos Apollonio

Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House (29 Elm St.) presents safely distanced 45-seats/one-set-only Windjammer Weekend concert in the auditorium. Show features Nick Apollonio, Midcoast multi-instrumentalist folk musician and fine instrument maker. Tickets are $10 in advance (encouraged), $20 day-of, via...
9/23 & 9/24: Money Talk$ (via zoom)

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

Money Talk$Join BHML and the Boothbay Region Chamber of Commerce for two free financial programs facilitated by Financial Advisor, Marta Haydym.Registration is required, you can register at any time.Students & ParentsWednesday, September 23, 6:00 PMDo you have questions about what to do now...
Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group

Quarry Hill

The Alzheimer's Support Group provides information and support to area residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. Currently the group is meeting via Zoom. Free. Those interested in participating should contact Cheri R. Blouin, LSW at (207) 301-6237 or at...
Boothbay Region YMCA Announces Fall Programs

Boothbay Region YMCA

Boothbay Region YMCA Announces Fall Programs Although summer may be ending, we are so excited to announce the return of our fall youth programs beginning on Tuesday, September 8th. Keep youth and members of your family active and engaged this fall! Parents can rest assured that all we will be...
Poetry With Strings Attached

Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House (29 Elm St.) presents safely distanced 45-seats/one-hour Literary Salon in the auditorium. Maine poets Kristen Lindquist and Paul Corrigan read original poems that celebrate the people and landscape of Maine, interspersed with related musical pieces performed by violinist/...
New Hope for Women Cancels Pop Up Shop for 2020

New Hope for Women

Due to concerns associated with the pandemic, New Hope for Women’s Pop Up Shop Committee has cancelled the 2020 Pop Shop. This very difficult decision is especially unfortunate at a time when needs are growing as many victims experience the impact of having been isolated with their abusers during...
SoundCheck: Peter Dembski

Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House presents 45-seats/one-set-only concert series in the auditorium. Solo piano concert by the first jazz musician to be awarded the Maine Arts Commission’s Fellowship in the Performing Arts. Tickets are $10 in advance (encouraged), $20 day-of, via camdenoperahouse.com and 236-3154....
Lincoln Home Residents Enjoy an Outdoor Picnic

The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

Residents gathered in the backyard at the home of Lincoln Home’s Executive Director, Lynn Norgang. Greeted by yellow lab, Camden, The Lincoln Home bus arrived with several residents, caregivers, colorful chairs, tents, and equipment to make sure everyone’s needs would be met. A few of the residents...
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Two Salty Dogs Pet Outfitters

IN THIS EARTH-SHATTERING AUGUST ISSUE OF "THE SALTY PAWS." https://mailchi.mp/291dbf255d…/the-salty-paws-august-4750746 1) I learn how my irreverent advertising photos are destroying the very fibre of our nation. 2) Gift Certificates are now 25% off and other specials that will smite you with...
Big Doings at Brady’s

Brady’s

It’s hard to believe that in a couple short weeks we will be headed into fall. This has been a really strange summer for us all and we have done our best to get through it together and with a smile. Brady’s is doing everything we can do to ensure the safety and health of all of our patrons and...
MaineMadeMusic: Oshima Brothers SOLD OUT

Camden Opera House

Two safely distanced 45-seats/one-set-only shows at the Camden Opera House. Doors open 6:30 p.m., safety protocols (face coverings required) in place. Rescheduled from this spring. Both shows are sold out, but Saturday’s will be livestreamed on COH Facebook page, donations to Community Arts Fund...
Camden Summer Sounds: SOLD OUT

Camden Opera House

The Town of Camden and sponsor Camden National offer an outdoor concert by The Right Track at the Camden Snow Bowl, 20 Barnestown Road. Limited (100) advance-only tickets: $10, $25 family of 3 or more, purchase online at camdenoperahouse.com or 236-3154. Defined safe distancing seating areas: sit...
Lincoln Home Residents Make Cards for Students at Jefferson Village School

The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

Earlier this summer, Jefferson Village School music teacher, Molly Winchebach contacted the Lincoln Home to see if it would be okay if her summer students could make cards to send to the residents. Especially during this time of limited contact, the residents were thrilled to receive the notes and...
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A NEW SALTY PAWS IS OUT!!!

Two Salty Dogs Pet Outfitters

IN THIS EARTH-SHATTERING AUGUST ISSUE OF "THE SALTY PAWS." 1) I learn how my irreverent advertising photos are destroying American Families in our new feature "Hate Mail." 2) Gift Certificates are now 20% off and other specials that will smite you with savings. 3) VOTE FOR US (again). 4) Teddy...
A NEW DOG BLOG IS OUT!

Two Salty Dogs Pet Outfitters

PLEASE BE AWARE: We are trying to be sensitive to people who think our irreverent advertising photos are destroying the American Family. WE SINCERELY APOLOGIZE if the picture of the fried egg smote your family from the face of the earth. THIS MONTH: Teddy Spaghetti realizes Liana and I aren’t...
SoundCheck: Chris Ross SOLD OUT

Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House (29 Elm St.) presents safely distanced 45-seats/one-set-only concert by Chris Ross: Hancock native and New England Music Awards-winning songwriter who pens hard-hitting stories of love, life and longing. Doors open 7 p.m., safety protocols (face coverings required) in place. Show...
The Harbor Montessori School and Child Enrichment Center

Boothbay Region YMCA

A TYPICAL DAYA typical day at The Harbor Montessori School and Child Enrichment Center is full of fun and excitement. Our well-trained teachers plan curriculum and activities forall the different age groups. We go outside in the mornings and afternoons, giving our friends lots of gross motor time...
SoundCheck: Gentle Temper

Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House, 29 Elm St., re-opens with safely distanced 45-seats/one-set-only concert series in the auditorium. Show features Gentle Temper, Maine indie folk duo nominated for Boston Music Awards’ New Artist and Folk Artist of the Year. Doors open 7 p.m., safety protocols (face coverings...
Newcastle Realty Adds Administrative Staff Due To Strong Sales

Newcastle Realty

As part of the Cheney Financial Group, Newcastle Realty enjoys a robust and well-rounded leadership team led by owner Dennis Hilton. With strong sales activity at the Damariscotta-based real estate company fueled in part by pandemic-induced, out-of-state buyers, Office Administrator Kristy Battles...
2020 Annual Fund

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

Annual Appeal PDF Version Dear Friends, This year, we’ve seen the best of our community as we have rallied together through challenging times. We’ve adapted, worked to protect public health, supported our local businesses, and found creative ways to support those who serve the needs of our...
Allen Financial’s Tom Chester Earns Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor Designation

Allen Insurance and Financial

Thomas C. Chester, a financial advisor at Allen Financial in Camden, has earned the designation of Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor from the National Association of Plan Advisors. The Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) credential — developed by some of the nation’s leading advisors and...
Boothbay Region YMCA Announces August Open Water Master Swim Program

Boothbay Region YMCA

Boothbay Region YMCA Announces Start of Open Water Master Swim Program Open water swimming is always an adventure because there are so many different elements at play, from the water temperature, to sun, wind, and plants. Swimming is already often seen as an intimidating sport to engage in at a...
Library users...Will you take our quick survey?

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

The library has been closed to the public for some time now due to COVID-19.We miss welcoming folks into the building, and it’s got us wondering….what do you miss most?Please follow the link to take a survey! Your answers will help us focus our priorities for the future. All responses will remain...
Richard Eichacker Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at Lincoln Home

The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

Maine Health Care Association honored Richard Eichacker, a Lincoln Home resident, with the Remember Me Lifetime Achievement Award. Richard, or Dick, as he prefers, was born December 22, 1931 in Hartford, CT. After high school, Dick attended the College of General Studies at Boston University. He...
Mutt Scrub 2020 Cancelled

Two Salty Dogs Pet Outfitters

It is with a heavy heart that we are cancelling Mutt Scrub this year. When we got down to brass tacks, WE:1) Didn't feel right about asking local businesses for gift certificates and donations given the current economy.2) Couldn't do the musical chairs or talent show safely.3) Couldn't have our...
A Spike in Kamikaze Attacks

Two Salty Dogs Pet Outfitters

One of my favorites! Auggie defends himself? Click here: https://www.twosaltydogs.net/blog-56.html Or Read on: Attention worshippers....... It is I, your favorite Salty Dog, Augustus Megatron Bulldozer Kingsbury. Thanks for all the virtual kisses. They have meant quite a lot to me...
27th Annual Boothbay Region YMCA Rowgatta

Boothbay Region YMCA

Join the Y for the 27TH ANNUAL ROWGATTA The 2020 Rowgatta will be located at Barter's Island on August 8. (9 miles around Barter’s Island) 8:30 am launch at Knickercane Landing Register by 5pm, Aug. 1 - $40/per person at the YMCA Day of Event Aug. 8 - $45/per person All proceeds of this event...

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