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Tick presentation by Bob Emmons

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Tick presentation by Bob Emmons

Schooner Cove Retirement Community
35 Schooner Street
Damariscotta
07/15/2019 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Bob, who taught integrated pest management courses in the Plant Science Department at The State University of New York for 31 years, will talk about deer ticks and their threat to Midcoast residents.

Incidences of Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases are becoming more prevalent. Bob will discuss factors that affect tick populations, their life history and avoidance techniques. Presentation to take place in the Schooner Cove library. Free and open to the public. (207) 563-5523.

Oyster and Wine Tasting Tour, Damariscotta River Cruises

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Oyster and Wine Tasting Tour, Damariscotta River Cruises

The Damariscotta River Cruises
47 Main St
Damariscotta
07/17/2019 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

This tasting cruise will include sumptuous wines (and occasional bubblies or sake) paired with the freshest Damariscotta River oysters while cruising down the River past all seven oyster farms, basking seals, bald eagles and other wildlife aboard the comfortable and roomy River Tripper. A scenic and educational cruise with an expert local wine docent and raconteur guarantee to amuse as well as inform. The event includes the wine tasting, gourmet cheese & cracker platter and
6 oysters per person. If your interest is piqued, then reserve your seat now!

If you don’t want the wine (or bubblies, sake), you can substitute them for beer and/or selected drinks at the bar onboard. Please let us know in advance.
Tickets: $70

Appraisals with Richard Plunkett

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Appraisals with Richard Plunkett

Hendricks Hill Museum
419 Hendricks Hill Road
Southport
07/18/2019 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Do you wonder about the current value of your favorite antiques?
Richard Plunkett, a certified antiques appraiser and the owner of The Wizard of Odds and Ends, an antique shop in Alna, will be on hand at the museum to answer your questions. Donations will be gratefully accepted.

Lincoln County Democrats to Meet US Senate Candidate

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Lincoln County Democrats to Meet US Senate Candidate

Newcastle Fire Station
86 River Road
Newcastle
07/18/2019 | 6:30 pm

The Lincoln County Democratic Committee’s (LCDC) monthly meeting is an opportunity to meet members, participate in discussion, hear from political candidates and other speakers with expertise, ideas and opinions about current issues.

This month we’ll meet Bre Kidman of Saco, the first Democrat to announce a run for the U.S. Senate seat up for grabs in 2020.

Other candidates for this office will be scheduled to meet with the group in the coming months. Betsy Sweet of Hallowell is scheduled for Aug. 22 and Speaker Sara Gideon of Freeport is TBA. A forum for all candidates will be scheduled and open to the public.

Many candidates and officials also plan to attend the Aug. 11 Family Fun Day Lobster Bake in Waldoboro:
http://lincolncountydemocrats.com/lobster.

All Democrats and progressive independent/unenrolled voters are encouraged to attend.

For more information, contact Chris Johnson, LCDC Chair, at 207-632-6066 or chair@lincolncountydemocrats.com. Join our email list to stay up to date: http://lincolncountydemocrats.com/sign-up/.

Tim Sample

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Tim Sample

The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
86 Townsend Avenue
Boothbay Harbor
07/18/2019 | 7:30 pm

Advance discounted tickets $20, regularly priced tickets $25. Each summer Boothbay native Tim Sample returns to his homeland to share his brand of classic Maine humor and we welcome him back with open arms. With several recordings, books of Maine humor, and national television appearances including a long stint on CBS Sunday Morning, the man called “Maine’s Humorist Laureate” by Charles Kuralt reminds us how important it is to laugh.

Rusty Hinges & 32 North Concert

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Rusty Hinges & 32 North Concert

Old Jefferson Town House
7 Gardiner Rd
Jefferson
07/19/2019 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Rusty Hinges and 32 North will present another wicked good concert
to benefit the Jefferson Historical Society. Rock, folk, country, blues, traditional, rock and more – an eclectic selection of music from talented and enthusiastic musicians, making an enjoyable evening for all. $10. FMI: 549-5258

Professor Louie & The Crowmatix w/ The Woodstock Horns

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Professor Louie & The Crowmatix w/ The Woodstock Horns

The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
86 Townsend Avenue
Boothbay Harbor
07/19/2019 | 7:30 pm

Advance discounted tickets $25, regular tickets $30, available online and on the day of the performance. Professor Louie & The Crowmatix began as the studio backing band for musical productions for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees, The Band. Rick Danko christened the group Professor Louie and these days this GRAMMY-Nominated Woodstock, NY group plays 150 shows a year in the US and worldwide. They have performed at the Thunder Bay, London & Windsor Festivals in Canada,
The Tondor Festival, Falcon Ridge Festival and BB Kings in NYC among other venues. Professor Louie has performed three times on the Rhythm & Blues Cruises. Come out and listen to these Woodstock, NY music veterans.

Oyster and Wine Tasting Tour, Damariscotta River Cruises

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Oyster and Wine Tasting Tour, Damariscotta River Cruises

The Damariscotta River Cruises
47 Main St
Damariscotta
07/20/2019 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Oyster and Wine Tasting Tour, Damariscotta River Cruises

This tasting cruise will include sumptuous wines (and occasional bubblies or sake) paired with the freshest Damariscotta River oysters while cruising down the River past all seven oyster farms, basking seals, bald eagles and other wildlife aboard the comfortable and roomy River Tripper. A scenic and educational cruise with an expert local wine docent and raconteur guarantee to amuse as well as inform. The event includes the wine tasting, gourmet cheese & cracker platter and
6 oysters per person. If your interest is piqued, then reserve your seat now!

If you don’t want the wine (or bubblies, sake), you can substitute them for beer and/or selected drinks at the bar onboard. Please let us know in advance.
Tickets: $70

Farmhouse Table Supper: “Saffron and Salt: A feast inspired by the cuisine of coastal Iran”

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Farmhouse Table Supper: “Saffron and Salt: A feast inspired by the cuisine of coastal Iran”

East Forty Farm and Dairy
2361 Friendship Road
Waldoboro
07/21/2019 | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

East Forty Farm is a working farm, and as you dine you will hear the cow’s bells as they graze in the field; contented grunts from the pigs in their forest pasture; and assorted clucks and quacks. The early evening is filled with bird song, and the Medomak River is illuminated by the setting sun in the distance. Each supper has a theme and the summer series is prepared by guest chefs and is limited to 20 guests.
We travel to Persia for the inspiration for this supper, prepared by Louisa Shafia.
Hors d’oeuvre: Oysters with fresh mint mignonette

Starter: Mussels in tomato saffron sauce, parsley, with flatbread for
dipping
Entrée: Chile saffron fish kabobs with grilled tomatoes and onions.
Basmati rice cake with potato, turmeric, and cilantro
. Beet yogurt with mint and garlic. Tangy chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, and scallions with toasted nigella seeds. Grilled corn with ricotta, dried lime, chili – a Persian twist on Mexican corn Dessert: Saffron and rose water ricotta ice cream, toasted pistachios, cardamom shortbread cookie
$75 per person, BYOB

To reserve call Allison at 207-230-4318 or online at http://www.lakinsgorgescheese.com/buy-cheese


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