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Caitlin Canty

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Caitlin Canty

The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
86 Townsend Avenue
Boothbay Harbor
06/08/2019 | 7:30 pm

Advance discounted tickets $15. Regular tickets $20. Called “dreamy & daring” by Rolling Stone magazine, Caitlin Canty is an American singer/songwriter whose music carves a line through folk, blues, and country ballads. Her voice was called “casually devastating” by the San Francisco Chronicle and NPR Music describes her songs as having a “haunting urgency.” Tonight marks her first appearance at the Opera House and we look forward to hearing this rising start.

Sponsored by Eric Wood and Kim Bolduc.

Tapestry Singers “Infinite Circle of Song”

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Tapestry Singers "Infinite Circle of Song"

St. Patrick"s Church
380 Academy Hill Road
Newcastle
06/09/2019 | 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Led by Director Beth Preston, Tapestry Singers celebrate women composers in their spring concert. From Gregorian Chant to folksongs, spirituals to classical compositions, there is something for everyone’s musical taste. Tickets are available online at
TapestrySingersMaine.org or at the door. $15/adult; students free.

Talk on actress Margaret Hamilton

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Talk on actress Margaret Hamilton

Southport Town Hall
361 Hendricks Hill Rd
Southport
06/10/2019 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join the Friends of the Southport Historical Society at the Southport Town Hall for their Annual Meeting. Following a brief business meeting, Hamilton Meserve of Newagen, will give an illustrated talk about his mother, Margaret Hamilton of Wizard of Oz fame. He will share her story, from kindergarten teacher to Broadway, Hollywood and back again. He will also talk about how she came to Cape Island, off the tip of Southport. Light refreshments will be served after the talk. There is no cost for this event and all are welcome.

Book Launch for May Davidson’s “Whatever It Takes”

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Book Launch for May Davidson's "Whatever It Takes"

Poe Theater at Lincoln Academy
81 Academy Hill Road
Newcastle
06/12/2019 | 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

May Davidson and her publisher Islandport Press will launch her first book at a celebration at Lincoln Academy in Newcastle. Her memoir, “Whatever It Takes,” is an uplifting memoir of an enterprising, tenacious couple that provides an overview of life in coastal Maine and celebrates their relentless pursuit of happiness over the span of nearly seven decades. The event is from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the ATEC building at Lincoln Academy, 81 Academy Hill in Newcastle, ME. The free event will feature a reading and short talk by Davidson, Q&A, a chance to win the Maine Buoy Bell door prize, and refreshments. Books will be for sale at the launch and sales will be managed by Sherman’s Maine Coast Book Shop out of Damariscotta. For more information,
contact Islandport Press, 207-846-3344.

Introduction to Creative Thinking

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Introduction to Creative Thinking

The Old Town Hall
Westport Island
Maine
06/13/2019 | 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Everyone has the capacity to be creative. This brief talk will introduce you to the process that will help you develop and strengthen your creative ability. Creativity helps enrich your life, improves problem-solving skills and is a great exercise for your mental well being.

Red Cloak Haunted History Tour

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Red Cloak Haunted History Tour

06/13/2019 | 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; $17.50 for adults, $8 for children under 12, free for children under 5. redcloaktours.com, 207-380-3806.

Oyster Farms & Seal Watching Tour

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Oyster Farms & Seal Watching Tour

Damariscotta River Cruises
40 Main Street
Damariscotta
06/14/2019 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Discover the Damariscotta River’s wildlife and history, and its new role in oyster farming that makes this tidal river world famous. See the harbor seals in action or basking on the ledges, while oyster farmers raise very tasty oysters.

 

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Birds & Birding

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Birds & Birding

Schooner Cove Retirement Community
35 Schooner Street
Damariscotta (On the LincolnHealth-Miles Campus)
06/14/2019 | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Doug Hitchcox, Audubon’s Naturalist, will talk about the constantly changing bird populations in Maine. Nearly 450 species have been recorded in our state. Some have been here a long time while others are fairly new. Presentation to take place in the Schooner Cove library. Free and open to the public.

English Fizz and Oyster Pairing Seminar

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English Fizz and Oyster Pairing Seminar

Damariscotta River Cruises
40 Main Street
Damariscotta
06/14/2019 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

English Fizz and Oyster Pairing Seminar on The River Tripper, with Vine Street Imports

English fizz has been on the wine lover’s radar and within recent years has received lots of recognition from the likes of The New York Times, Wine Enthusiast, Decanter, and the list goes on. Join us on the Damariscotta River Cruise for a special Damariscotta oyster pairing featuring Aaron Meeker of Vine Street Imports. Aaron will discuss the highly praised and ever expanding market of sparkling wines of England. While you sip on bubbly, you’ll enjoy freshly shucked oysters straight from the very river you’ll be cruising. What better way to celebrate Damariscotta oysters?!
For more info: https://damariscottarivercruises.com/

The Brother Brothers

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The Brother Brothers

The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
86 Townsend Avenue
Boothbay Harbor
06/14/2019 | 7:30 pm

Advance discounted tickets $15. Regular tickets $20. Using minimal instrumentation, heartfelt lyricism, and harmonies so natural they seem to blend into one beautiful voice, these siblings draw on a deep energy to create an unforgettable performance. They’ve just finished a successful national tour with I’m With Her – come listen tonight to these rising stars.

Yoga with the Alpacas

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Yoga with the Alpacas

Lulu's Barn
389 Main Rd
Westport Island
06/15/2019 | 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Join us outside for Alpaca Yoga! Please bring water and a mat. Class is $15 per person. Please RSVP your spot to lulusbarnshop@gmail.com.

Introduction to Fiber Blending Part 1

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Introduction to Fiber Blending Part 1

Maine Top Mill
855 Atlantic Highway
Waldoboro
06/15/2019 | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

In Part 1 of the Introduction of Fiber Blending we will first introduce the Worsted Process and its’ history. As well as a
presentation about differing fiber characteristics that one should consider when making a fiber blend.
Please send us an email if you are planning on attending mainetopmill@gmail.com


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