Summertime 2018

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If you love the outdoors, the scent of sea air, swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, whale watching, paddle boarding, hiking, mini-golfing, camping, lobster bakes, beaching it, birding ...

Museums where the past can still be experienced  - Boothbay Railway Village - narrow gauge steam train, antique cars, fire engines and model trains; Boothbay Region Historical Society,

Hendricks Hill Museum on Southport Island ….

And, the only living history museum in Maine at Burnt Island in July and August … 

Climb the rocks along our famed coastline at Ocean Point in East Boothbay; catch a boat out to Monhegan Island for the day - or 2 or 3 - where breathtaking scenic views feed  your soul from every direction …

Check out the arts & crafts shows, antique shops and shows, art tours/walks, theater, live musical entertainment, and, if you dare … haunted history tours!

The Boothbay region has everything that makes for one wicked good vacation! 

 

And by everything we also mean ...

LOBSTER!!

You know you want it. We do too!

It’s got to be MAINE lobster - sweet and delicious even without butter (for all you purists out there!)

Lobster from our waters is the best in the w-o-r-l-d. 

BELIEVE IT.

So what are you waiting for?

Start packing!

 

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 Boothbay Region Land Trust Hikes and Programs

Call 633-4818  for directions to preserves and further information or visit the website ...

Babes in the Woods (10-11 a.m.), Wednesday – May 2, June 6, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5

Parents and caregivers: bring your babies, toddlers and older siblings (ages 2-5) on a hike with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. This slow-paced, short distance walk focuses on discovery and observation of the natural world. Special emphasis is made on sensory exploration of ecological themes. Free event that includes a healthy snack. Bring water and sun protection. Wear clothing that can get muddy. Group meets in the trail-head parking lot.

~ ARTS & CRAFTS SHOWS ~

 

 Boothbay Region Arts & Crafts

Boothbay Common / Route 27, Boothbay

 Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. / Sundays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Always dog friendly!

Dates: Memorial Day – May 26 & 27; June: 23 & 24; July: 1-4, 21 & 22; August: 11 & 12, 25 & 26; Labor Day: Sept. 1-3; Fall show: Sept. 22 & 23; Harbor Lights show: Dec. 1 (at the Boothbay Harbor Fire Station, 11 Howard St.)

Boothbay Region Crafters

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

4 Oak St., Boothbay Harbor

Tuesdays & Saturdays

June: 16, 27, 30; July: 3, 7,1 0, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31; August: 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28; September: 1, 4, 8, 15, 22, 29. 

Harbor Arts Crafts Guild

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

4 Oak St., Boothbay Harbor

Wednesdays: June: 27; July: 4, 11, 18, 25; August: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; September: 4, and Friday, the 14th.

132 Botanical Gardens Drive (off Barters Island Road), Boothbay

Call * 633-4333  for more information or visit the website for more programming details!

Fairy Fridays: In July and August in the Children’s Garden. Free with admission. Fairy dancing, fairy yoga, arts and crafts and more fairy fun. Fairy attire encourged! 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Butterfly House: New for 2018! Every day beginning June 1. See butterflies in all stages of life in this 2,100 square foot building. 

Farmer's Markets!!

Boothbay

Boothbay Common, Route 27: Thursdays - 9 a.m. to noon, May 10 - Oct. 4

Damariscotta

At DRA, Belvedere Road: Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon, May 11 - Oct. 5

AND

At Rising Tide, 323 Main St.: June through Sept., Mondays, 3 to 6 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m. to noon.

Fourth of July concert

Whale Park, Commercial Street, Boothbay Harbor

Throughout the summer ...

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library lawn

4 Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor

10 weeks on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m, - July 5 through Sept. 6

45 minute concerts

Bring lawn chairs  and/or blankets!

SUMMERTIME CALENDAR OF EVENTS

 

AUGUST

2   - Arsentiy Kharitonov - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

3  - 91st Annual Book and Bake Sale - Gently used books in all genres: fiction, non fiction, mystery; and children’s selections. Maine baked goods to please the palate. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Southport Memorial Library, 1032 Hendricks Hill Rd., Southport. FMI: 633-2741.

3  - Lonely Heartstring Band - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

4  - Annual Rotary Auction - on the Boothbay Common, OR THE BRHS GYM Route 27, Boothbay, 8 a.m. The annual extravaganza features a silent and live auction with everything from teaspoons to boats.

4  - Railfan Day - Inspection car, railbus, and steam train rides. See rare demonstrations of our velocipede, speeder, hand car, more. A celebration of everything railroad at Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Rd./Route 27, Boothbay. 633-4727. http://railwayvillage.org

4, 5 -  Southport Yacht Club Arts & Crafts Show - Crafts and other items in the Clubhouse and Junior Building at 38 Cosy Harbor Rd., Southport. Both days 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 633-2117.

4, 5   - Wings & Wheels Spectacular - Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org

8  - Frollein Sax - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159 www.boothbayoperahouse.com

8-25  - “Singin’ in the Rain” - Maine State Music Theater show, Pickard Theater, Bowdoin College Campus, 1 Bath Rd., Brunswick. Box office: 207-725-8789

9  - The Weight Band - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

10-12  - Arts & Yachts Exhibition & Sale - Hodgdon Yacht Services, 100 Ebenecook Road, Southport Island. Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. FMI: 633-3913

11 - YMCA Rowgatta–Start time: 8:30 a.m. for this 9-12-mile trip for canoes, kayaks or rowboats. Launch location TBA. FMI: Abby Jones: ajones@brymca.org or 633-2855

11 - Boothbay Harbor Region Sculpture Trail - The inaugural celebration of this new year-round exhibit, 5-8 p.m. Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Rd./Route 27, Boothbay. FMI: Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce: 633-2353

11  -  Boothbay Sea and Science Center Jazz Concert – Reception: 5:30-6:30 p.m., concert 6:30-10 p.m,, The Shipyard in Boothbay Harbor (formerly Boothbay Harbor Shipyard), in Yellow Shed #5, 120 Commercial St., Boothbay Harbor. FMI: Pauline: 207-350-5357. boothbayseaandsciencecenter.org.

11 - Kevin Kiley & Friends - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

11, 12  - Maine Stone Workers Weekend – Maine Stone Workers Guild members demonstrate techniques working on personal projects, showing finished sculptures and talking with visitors about this amazing part of Maine’s heritage. Some works for sale. Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Rd./Route 27, Boothbay. 633-4727. http://railwayvillage.org

11  - Annual Blueberry Festival - St. Columba's Episcopal Church featuring a blueberry pancake breakfast and food sale (8-10 a.m. - or until the food runs out), and silent auction (8-11 a.m.). 32 Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor. Contact: Leslie at 207-441-2512

11, 12  - Olde Bristol Days - Jazz, BBQ’s, games, lobster boat races, a parade and fireworks at Colonial Pemaquid/Fort William Henry, Pemaquid Beach and other locations. Most of the events occur on the these dates. Full schuedule at: www.oldebristoldays.org

14  - Della Mae – Nashville-based string band. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

14-26  - “Nunsense” - Maine State Music Theater/Portland Stage Company production; 25A Forest Ave., Portland. Tickets/info: boxoffice@portlandstage.org and 207-774-0465

15  - Evening Social at Hendricks Head Light – A benefit for the Burnt Island Lighthouse Restoration Fund. 4-7 p.m. Historical presentation, tour of keeper’s dwelling and lighthouse, hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Lighthouse memorabilia sale, raffle, door prizes. Reservations required, visit www. keepersofburntislandlight.com

15  -  The DaPonte String Quartet - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

16 - Thornetta Davis - “Detroit’s Queen of the Blues.” Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159 www.boothbayoperahouse.com

17 - Rob Torres - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159 www.boothbayoperahouse.com

17 - Lincoln Arts Festival Chorus concert – Conducted by Linda Blanchard, accompanist Sean Fleming. 7:30 p.m. Congregational Church, 1 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. FMI & tickets: 633-3913.

17, 18 - 41st Annual New England Auto Auction - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org 

18 - Southport Fireman's Auction - Southport Fire Station, Route 27, Southport. Saturday, Aug. 22. Flea market opens 6 a.m., miscellaneous items in the garden at 7 a.m., auction at 9 a.m.

19  - Lincoln Arts Festival Chorus concert – Conducted by Linda Blanchard, accompanist Sean Fleming. 7:30 p.m. Congregational Church, 1 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. FMI and tickets: 633-3913

21  - Author Talk with Lea Wait - Edgecomb-based author of historical novels and mysteries, many set in Maine. Wait’s “Antique Print Mystery Series” and “Mainely Needlepoint Series” are written for adults. She also writes historical and contemporary books for children 7 and up. 7 p.m. Southport Memorial Library, 1032 Hendricks Hill Rd. Southport. FMI: 633-2741

23 - Bob Milne - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159 and www.boothbayoperahouse.com

25  - Ice Cream Social - Steam train rides from Sheepscot station to Alna Center Station. Locally made ice cream. Music, kite flying, old-fashioned games. Noon to 3 p.m. Rain date July 8. Waterville, Wiscasset & Farmington Railway, 97 Cross Rd., Alna. 882-4193. http://wwfry.org

25 -  Seth Glier - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159 www.boothbayoperahouse.com

25  - Evening Concert – Performer TBD. 6 p.m. Waterville, Wiscasset & Farmington Railway, 97 Cross Rd., Alna. 882-4193. http://wwfry.org

31  - 6th Annual Harbor Fest - This 10-day festival features unique and vibrant events that celebrate our local lifestyle and heritage. New this year: The East Side Vibe; Live music, all genres; 5k & Half Marathon, wellness retreat, A Stroke of Art, Photographer's Retreat, Ware It's At, Fishin' For Fashion, Restaurant Week. For details/full schedule: www.boothbayharborfest.com, Lori: 207-671-7676 or bbharborfest@gmail.com

SEPTEMBER 

Claw Down Date to be announced. 7th Annual Chef’s Lobster Bite Competition. Attendees taste and compare entries to determine which is the “People's Choice.” 6-9 p.m., Newagen Seaside Inn, Southport.

1-9 - 6th Annual Harbor Fest - 10-day festival features unique and vibrant events that celebrate our local lifestyle and heritage. Full details at boothbayharborfest.com or contact Lori: 207-671-7676 and at bbharborfest@gmail.com

1, 2 - Vintage Motorcycle Festival - Harley-Davidson, Triumph, Indian, Ducati ... more! Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org

3 - John Doyle - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com.

8 - Annual Poetry Workshop - Guest poet TBA. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Columba's Episcopal Church, 32 Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor. Sponsored by Lincoln Arts. FMI: 633-3913.

8 - Maine Open Lighthouse Day -  Visit Burnt Island! One trip. Tickets and departure Pier 8, the Balmy Days Cruises booth. Tickets/information: 1-800-298-2284 or 633-2284. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Full list of participating lighthouse destinations at www.lighthousefoundation.org

8 - Evening Concert - Performer TBD. 6 p.m. Waterville, Wiscasset & Farmington Railway, 97 Cross Rd., Alna. 882-4193. http://wwfry.org

14 - Peppino D’Agostino - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com.

15, 16  - Foreign Auto Festival - Owl's Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head. 207-594-4418. www.owlshead.org.

21-23 - 27th Annual Boothbay Charities Classic - A golf tournament to benefit Special Olympics Maine. Golf with sports celebrities at Boothbay Harbor Country Club; lobster bake, auctions of sports memoribilia: Boothbay Railway Village, Route 27, Boothbay. FMI: Brenda - 633-5149.

22  - Coig - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159 www.boothbayoperahouse.com

29  - WW&F Railway Museum Fall Festival - Take the train to our Alna Center stop and you and your family will discover a world filled with kids’ games, face painting, apple bobbing, pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, Model AA truck hayride. Bluegrass music.Handcar rides. Model T rail car rides.10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kids 3 and under - free. Evening Moonlight Train at 6 p.m.

29  - The Contenders - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159 www.boothbayoperahouse.com

29, 30  - Family Harvest Days – Boothbay Railway Village. An old-fashioned, family-friendly festival. Traditional cooking demonstrations and tastings, farm animals, butter churning, antique tractors, a pumpkin hayride and more. 586 Wiscasset Rd./Route 27, Boothbay. 633-4727. http://railwayvillage.org

30 - Pemaquid Oyster Festival - From noon to dusk: music, educational exhibits, boat rides, and lots of oysters harvested fresh from the Damariscotta River that morning. (There is also a menu with lots of choices other than oysters!) Free event. On the shore of the Damariscotta River at Schooner Landing Restaurant and Marina, 40 Main St., Damariscotta. FMI: Greg Latimer at 207-380-9912

OCTOBER

1-7 - Pumpkinfest - for full schedule of events: www.mainepumpkinfest.com

6 - Eileen Ivers - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

6-8 - 51st Annual Fall Foliage Festival - Boothbay Railway Village. Large craft fair, live music, pumpkin carving contests, giant pumpkin carving, fair food, more than 100 artists and makers, children’s activity corner. 586 Wiscasset Rd./Rte. 27, Boothbay. 633-4727. http://railwayvillage.org

13 - Oktoberfest – Wiscasset’s First Congregational Church. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The best German bratwurst and sauerkraut are on the menu as well as hot dogs, chips and soda. Bake sale table with breads to pies. Pumpkin decorating for the kids; yard sale items; crafts, mittens, hats; and the church cookbook, more.

20-31 - Hike the Halloween Story Trail. Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale to get you in the Halloween spirit. This easy 1 mile walk can be completed at your own pace and on your own time. Suitable for children of all ages. Starts at trail head and you will see the start of the Halloween Story Trail. Free. No advance registration. Find out where the trail is and other info by contact ing Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

26, 27  - Ghost Train- BOOthbay Railway Village. Ride the steam train under magical moonlight … and creepy candlelight illuminating witches, ghouls, vampires and more ... 633-4727. 586 Wiscasset Rd./Rte 27. http://railwayvillage.org

Oct. 31 – Nightmare on Federal Street – Halloween parade, costume party, live music. Federal Street, Wiscasset. 

NOVEMBER

3 - Devonsquare -  Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

10  - Suzy Bogguss - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159. www.boothbayoperahouse.com

24-30 - Gardens Aglow - The holiday lights of the season. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is transformed into a magical winter wonderland through through Dec. 31, Thursday – Sunday, 4-9 p.m. Tickets available online: www.mainegardens.org

30  - Festival of Trees – The magical holiday forest returns! Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. Holiday shops, silent auction (of the trees!), raffle. A BRGC event. www.boothbayregiongardenclub.org

DECEMBER 

1 - Harbor Lights Festival - Santa, Mrs. Claus & their North Pole entourage come to town. Wagon rides, lighted boat parade, visit with The Clauses, live Nativity, craft show, Festival of Trees and more. Events around downtown Boothbay Harbor. Call the Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce for more info: 633-2353.

1, 2 - Festival of Trees – The magical holiday forest returns! Opera House, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. See Nov. 30 listing for details.

1-31 - Gardens Aglow - The holiday lights highlight of the season. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is transformed into a magical winter wonderland lit by 350,000 lights – through Dec. 31. www.mainegardens.org

8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23  - The North Pole Express - Boothbay Railway Village fires up the steam train for a holiday ride, the North Pole Express. Great family outing! Treats! 586 Wiscasset Rd./Route 27, Boothbay. Departure times/details: https://railwayvillage.org

 8, 15 and 22 - Candlelight & Cocktails on the Rails – Refreshments, a 15-minute steam train ride, a short Model T ride (weather permitting) and visits to the Museum exhibits. Follow a guide to our exhibits - enjoy pairings of vintage cocktails and tastings. Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Rd./Route 27, Boothbay.

14  - The Dough Ball Preview Party - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. The preview party for the Gingerbread Spectacular. Gingerbread winners announced! 5:30 p.m. Tickets: 633-5159 www.boothbayoperahouse.com.

15, 16  - Gingerbread Spectacular - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. See gingerbreads! 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Music. Bake sale. Free admittance. www.boothbayoperahouse.com.

Men's Night - Date to be announced. Local merchants offer super discounts to finish those Christmas lists – and some will even be cooking up burgers and other tasty treats on the sidewalks to keep up your strength!

22 - Victorian Christmas - Free train rides, horse-drawn wagon rides (sleigh if there’s snow), visit from Santa, cookies! 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Friday Night Outdoor Movies

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library - At 8 p.m. on Fridays in July and Aug. (1st four weeks only) watch family-friendly films on the library lawn, 4 Oak St. Free popcorn and lemonade. Bring blankets, pillows and chairs. Weather permitting! FMI: 633-3112

Year Round Club Meetings

Rotary Club – 66 Montgomery Rd., Boothbay Harbor: every Thursday at 6 p.m.

Lions Club - 12 Lakeview Road, Boothbay Harbor: 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

Masons Seaside Lodge #144 – Route 96/Ocean Point Rd., East Boothbay, 1st Monday at 6:30 p.m. (Oct. - June)

Masons Bayview Lodge #196 - Route 96/Ocean Point Rd., East Boothbay, 2nd Thursday at 6:30 p.m. (Aug. - May)

American Legion Breakfast

Industrial Park Road, Boothbay

FMI: 633-0617

All you can eat every other Sunday, 7-9 a.m. ~ $8/adults, $3/youth grades K-12, kids under age 5 eat free!

On the menu:

Blueberry and plain pancakes, eggs – scrambled and any style requested, sausage, bacon, Belgian waffles, French toast, home fries, baked beans, toast, orange juice, coffee, tea, milk. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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