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The Garden Club of Wiscasset Plant Sate

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The Garden Club of Wiscasset Plant Sate

Wiscasset Municipal Building
Route 1
Wiscasset
05/12/2018 | 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

THINK MOTHER’S DAY at The Garden Club of Wiscasset’s PLANT SALE, SATURDAY, MAY 12TH. 8:20am-12noon.
There will be a huge selection of healthy, blooming plants.
You will find hardy perennials & annuals, Rhubarb, Peonies, & Day Lilies. Plus, there is a Children’s Plant Section, and Bakery Section.
Route 1, Wiscasset Municipal Building

Free Mother’s Day Boat Tour on The River Tripper

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Free Mother’s Day Boat Tour on The River Tripper

Damariscotta River Cruises
40 Main Street
Damariscotta
05/13/2018 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Traditionally, The River Tripper’s first cruise in the spring is a Free Mother’s Day Tour for all the wonderful mothers (with a paying guest).
This year there are two boat rides: 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm. Link to buy tickets: info@damariscottarivercruises.com

An unforgettable ride along seven oysters farms that are just re-opening for the season, and the view of charismatic harbor seals, ospreys fixing up their nests to lay the next generation of chicks. Bald eagles, herons, eiders, loons and a wide variety of ducks are in full swing. The Boat Bar will be open if you want to spice up your cider or taste Olga’s bellini and Damariscotta River oysters on the half shell. These are always a Mom and crowd pleasers. Blankets are provided.

Rain date: May 2oth, 2pm and 4pm.

The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor Presents A Celebration of Mother’s Day Concert with Kevin Kiley & Friends

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The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor Presents A Celebration of Mother's Day Concert with Kevin Kiley & Friends

The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
86 Townsend Avenue
Boothbay Harbor
05/13/2018 | 3:00 pm

An afternoon with pianist Kevin Kiley and a seasoned troupe of vocalists from Maine, New York and beyond singing music about mothers, for mothers, for us all. A special Mother’s Day Weekend event designed to celebrate, honor, and remember all the mothers in our lives. Advanced discounted tickets $15. Day of performance $20.

A Celebration of Mother’s Day Concert with Kevin Kiley & Friends

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A Celebration of Mother’s Day Concert with Kevin Kiley & Friends

Opera House in Boothbay Harbor
86 Townsend Avenue
Boothbay Harbor
05/13/2018 | 3:00 pm

Advanced discounted tickets $15. Day of performance $20. An afternoon with pianist Kevin Kiley and a seasoned troupe of vocalists from Maine, New York and beyond singing music about mothers, for mothers, for us all. A special Mother’s Day Weekend event designed to celebrate, honor, and remember all the mothers in our lives.

DaPonte String Quartet Winter Series II: “Obsessions”

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DaPonte String Quartet Winter Series II: "Obsessions"

The Lincoln Theatre
2 Theater Street
Damariscotta
05/13/2018 | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

DaPonte String Quartet Concludes Season with “Obsessions” May 5-1
The DaPonte String Quartet’s final series of the season explores three very different kinds of obsession in works by Hugo Wolf, Franz Schubert, and Bela Bartok.

Tickets are $25, and are available at www.DaPonte.org, at Sherman’s Books in Damariscotta, Camden, and Boothbay Harbor; Longfellow Books in Portland; or Gulf of Maine Books in Brunswick.

Red Cloak Haunted History Tour

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Red Cloak Haunted History Tour

05/13/2018 | 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Led by the mysterious “Lady in the Red Cloak” with her lantern, you will see buildings that once seemed ordinary but will take on eerie new dimensions as she relives their history, and that of the ghosts that are said to still reside there. Wind through the back streets and learn the early history of Damariscotta, visit the site of countless seances, experience the haunted Maine Hotel, take a trip by the river to hear about the Mystery Ship, and more.

The moderate walk, suitable for all ages, lasts approximately 90 minutes and is by reservation only; $15 for adults, $7 for children under 12, free for children under 5. redcloakhauntedhistorytours.com, 207-380-3806.

Andrew Wyeth “Part 2”

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Andrew Wyeth “Part 2”

Schooner Cove Retirement Community
35 Schooner Street
Damariscotta (On the LincolnHealth-Miles Campus)
05/14/2018 | 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Please join us as Jerry Wiles continues his fascinating presentation about Andrew Newell Wyeth III, second generation American artist, son of N.C. Wyeth and father of famed local artist Jamie Wyeth. Presentation will be in the Schooner Cove library. 563-5523

Free Food Distribution

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Free Food Distribution

Whitefield Lions Clubhouse, Whitefield ME
52 Main Street
Coopers Mills
05/16/2018 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

A free food distribution hosted by the Sheepscot Valley Health Center in partnership with The Good Shepherd Food Bank in the Whitefield Lions Club parking lot. Anyone struggling to keep food on the table is welcome. Please bring your own box or bags!

Please contact The Sheepscot Valley Health Center at 207-549-7581 for more information.

Ranked Choice Voting Educational Session

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Ranked Choice Voting Educational Session

Newcastle Fire Station
86 River Road
Newcastle
05/16/2018 | 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

The Lincoln County Democratic Committee invites the public to an educational presentation on RCV as part of its monthly meeting.

Led by Abbie Ryder of The Chamberlain Project Foundation, the program will offer non-partisan background on RCV, an explanation of how the system works, and a sample ballot.

RCV was passed by citizen’s referendum in November 2016. Last year, the Maine Legislature passed a bill delaying its implementation until 2021. But in March 2018, a “people’s veto” petition to repeal that law and restore RCV use for some elections was certified by the Maine Secretary of State. That veto will be on the ballot at the June 12 election. At the same time, Maine voters will use RCV for state and federal primaries, becoming the first state in the country to use RCV statewide.

“We understand that there is a lot of confusion surrounding this issue and we hope to clarify that confusion through non-partisan, unbiased, educational presentations,” said Ryder, Education Director for The Chamberlain Project Foundation.

The Chamberlain Project Foundation, a 501c(3) organization, was created to support the RCV initiative and is required by law to stay neutral on any political campaign. FMI: https://www.morevoice.org/.

FMI: http://lincolncountydemocrats.com or info@lincolncountydemocrats.com.

Jefferson Historical Society meeting

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Jefferson Historical Society meeting

Jefferson Fire and Rescue
58 Waldoboro Road
Jefferson
05/16/2018 | 7:00 pm

Marie Sacks will present “Circle of Friends,” a program about the professional performing artists and musicians who settled in homes around Clary Lake in the early 1900’s. Katharine Ridgeway, who performed in Chautaqua and Redpath concerts, eventually established Ridgeway Camp for Girls. Some taught at the New England Conservatory of Music, all became long time residents of Jefferson and Whitefield and had interesting stories. FMI: 549-5258

Oyster Farms & Seal Watching Tour on The River Tripper, opening day

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Oyster Farms & Seal Watching Tour on The River Tripper, opening day

Damariscotta River Cruises
40 Main Street
Damariscotta
05/18/2018 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The Oyster Farms & Seal Watching Tour takes in the Damariscotta River’s wildlife and its new role in oyster farming, that makes this tidal river world famous. We will sail by seven oyster farms that raise these very tasty bivalves. You’ll see harbor seals in action or basking on the ledges, and pass by Maine’s oldest wooden-boat builder in operation. Captain Chip will regale you with local history, natural lore, and tales of his own life on the river. You can purchase the famous shellfish from Olga’s Raw Bar onboard and pair them with a delightful summer drink.
All seals (and oyster farmers) are curious and photogenic, regardless of their age! The trips are partially narrated. Educational and fun for the whole family!
Tickets: $31 adults, $16 children under 12
Call 207-315-5544 or visit the website for more info: http://damariscottarivercruises.com


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