2015 Bethel Summer Recreation Guide

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Canoeing and kayaking, fishing, hiking and camping, world-class golf, mountain and road biking, off-road four-wheeling, antiquing, theater — the western mountains of Maine have it all when it comes to opportunities for summer fun.

And the Town of Bethel is right in the middle of things, affording easy access to the whole range of outdoor activities and, when the day is done, all the amenities a visitor might wish — from fine dining and lodging to stress vanquishing massage.

Visitors from around the world and especially the busy cities to our south have been enjoying the natural beauty of Bethel for well over a century, using the town as a gateway not only to the western mountains, but also to the lovely upper Androscoggin River valley, with its own variety of attractions.

Table of Contents Summer at Sunday River Resort.........................................2-3 Walking Trails and Scenic Hikes...............................................4

Directories

Dining .........................................................................................26-27 Lodging..............................................................................................28 Real Estate & Vacation Rentals.............................................25

Tee it Up.................................................................................................5

Shops & Services...................................................................30-31

See the Scenery by Bike...............................................................6

Web......................................................................................................32

Kayak or Canoe the Androscoggin River...........................7 A Great Place for Anglers.............................................................8 Explore the Bethel Region’s History......................................9 Discover the Beauty of Western Maine’s Gems and Minerals.................................10 Tie the Knot in Western Maine’s Mountains..................12 Deertrees Theater: Maine’s Most Enchanting Playhouse................................13 Calendar of Events.............................................14-15 & 18-23

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Summer at Sunday River Resort

Sunday River Resort may be best known for its winter persona: Excellent skiing for every skill level across eight interconnected mountain peaks and world-class events like The Dumont Cup—not to mention its storied snowmaking. But Sunday River is a four-season resort. From scenic Chondola rides to mountain biking and ziplining, Sunday River offers plenty of awesome activities during the summer, too.

Yankee Magazine has ranked the Bethel area as New England’s top foliage venue come fall, and pointed to Sunday River’s Chondola as one of the best ways to take in all of the brilliant colors. During summer and fall, the Chondola whisks guests to the mid-mountain Peak Lodge, where views of the Mahoosuc and Presidential mountain ranges extend for miles. No trip to Maine’s Western Mountain region is complete without ogling the immaculate landscape from the top of the Chondola. If you’re lucky,

you might even catch a wedding while you’re up there.

Returning for its second summer at Sunday River, the L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools offer engaging programs out of the Grand Summit Hotel, including Archery, Kayaking, and Stand-Up Paddleboarding. Ranging from 80 minutes to three hours, these courses and tours are guided by expert instructors, include all the necessary equipment, and provide new ways to explore the greater Sunday River area and to try fun, new activities.

Covering all eight of Sunday River’s interconnected peaks, the Sunday River Mountain Bike Park is packed with over 20 miles of terrain that’s perfect for honing your downhill skills and learning new ones. Sunday River offers Learn-To Mountain Bike packages that last one or two hours for all ages. Kids can take advantage of a full fleet of technical Kona rental bikes and Photo: Sunday River Resort

will appreciate the Chondola’s bike transport system.

Beginners will love the Easy Tiger trail while those more daring souls will feel like a veritable headliner after tackling the resort’s more technical trail, Rockstar.

Deep within one of Sunday River’s forests is a Zipline Tour unlike any other. Six lines, ranging from 100 to 300 feet in length, take zippers up and over a ravine and through a wooded wonderland. All thrills, no skills required. Sunday River’s Zipline Tour is perfect for the beginner or intermediate adventurist. Guides set the pace and scene by helping you into your harness and assisting you when loading and unloading at each line.

The Tour’s grand finale is a zip down one of the resort’s two parallel Twin Zips, which are an impressive 750 feet long.

Other summertime activities at Sunday River include a bungee trampoline, the rock climbing wall, and a 9-hole disc golf course.

Whether you opt to reach new heights or work on your Frisbee handicap, Sunday

River’s roster of summer activities will definitely keep the whole family entertained. Tickets and rentals are available at Sunday River Sports in the South Ridge Lodge.

And while these warmweather activities for the whole family are offered all season long, there are few special events that

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make Sunday River a great destination for summer vacations. The River Rock Festival (July 3 and 4) is a Christian music celebration, with performances in the afternoon and evening by artists like Jeremy Camp, Kutless, and more, wrapped up with Fourth of July fireworks show.

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The New England Forest Rally (July 17 and 18) tears through the Western Maine and Northern New Hampshire dirt and gravel logging roads, too, and is one of six National Championship rallies to take place in the United States.

For the competitionminded (partakers and spectators alike), Sunday

River hosts the Kids Adventure Race (July 18 and 19), the Tough Mountain Challenge mud race (July 25) and the annual North American Wife Carrying Championship (Oct. 11).

For more on these events and other summer activities, please visit www.sundayriver.com.

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Walking trails and scenic hikes Whether you’re looking for riverside trails right in the village or challenging mountain hikes, the Bethel area has it all.

Here are some examples of easier walks/hikes:

Bethel Pathway. 2.5 miles total: This ADA accessible gravel/paved trail runs alongside the Androscoggin River and is within easy walking distance of Bethel Village. It crosses the river over a recreational bridge. Along the trail are a skatepark, playground and picnic area.

Mount Will, 3.3 miles total: This loop hike in Bethel and Newry is one of the recreational gems of the Western Mountains. Two outlooks beckon. The northern ledges are reached via a moderate at first climb which then switchbacks up to the ledges.

Continue along the circuit to the south-facing cliff, which overlooks Bethel’s broad river valley and its fertile farmlands.

With a binocular, hikers can identify many buildings in Bethel Village. Descending from the south cliffs the trail winds through spruce and fir

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before it switchbacks through young hardwoods, where it follows just uphill of a stream that usually holds water. The loop trail can be hiked in either direction.

The Roost, 1.0 miles total: This prominent ledge south of Gilead, in the White Mountain National Forest, boasts an elevation of less than 1,400 feet -- small by Western Maine standards -- but the vistas are more extensive than many that require far more exertion.

The view to the southwest takes in much of the newly designated Wild River Wilderness area, with New Hampshire’s Carter Range forming the backdrop.

Step Falls Trail, off Route 26 in Newry, about 8 miles north of the Route 2/26 intersection, runs along Wight Brook, with swimming holes and water cascades.

Maggie’s Nature Trail in Greenwood is a network of woods trails with views from ledges.

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Rumford Whitecap Mountain Preserve (Mahoosuc Land Trust) in Rumford. Two scenic trails.

Buck’s and Lapham Ledges in Woodstock, with views of surrounding lakes and ponds.

Round Mountain and Albany Mountain trails in Albany Township.

The Cataracts, a short trail running along Frye Brook in Andover.

Examples of longer hikes:

Bald Mountain, 3.2 miles total: This spectacular cliff in Woodstock overlooks several remote ponds. The footpath passes near scenic Little Concord Pond before briskly climbing an attractive wooded ridge to the open summit. Many people continue from Bald Mountain to the broad, ledgy peak of Speckled Mountain, which lies 1.3 miles beyond.

Puzzle Mountain, 6.4 miles total, 8.6 miles with the Woodsum Spur loop: The Grafton Loop Trail, in Newry has become one of the most

popular medium distance wilderness trails in the region.

This first section of the GLT that climbs to the inspiring open summit of Puzzle Mtn is gained via a 3.2-mile segment that climbs to the summit after crossing a series of open ledges. The best views are to the west, with the Mahoosuc Range and the two peaks of Baldpate dominating the horizon. Assuming hikers summit Puzzle first there is an opportunity for a summit loop hike via the Woodsum Spur trail.

The Woodsum Spur is well blazed with the route clearly defined but offers a more remote and rugged hiking experience. The Spur passes near the true summit of Puzzle

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Some of these trips involve rugged footing and walking atop dramatic cliffs and drop-offs. Hikers should be prepared with sturdy footwear and waterproof clothing. They should carry lunch and water as well as detailed maps and hiking guides.

A great reference tool for hikes in the Bethel region can be found at www.mahoosucpathways.org.

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Golfers vacationing in Bethel can play two top courses located within 10 minutes of each other.

The Bethel Inn Resort The century old Bethel Inn Resort faces on the Village Common and its championship golf course stretches over two hundred acres to the rear of the Main Inn buildings.

Renowned architect Geoffrey Cornish designed the 6,663 yard layout to take maximum advantage of the natural terrain and spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.

Challenging to the most accomplished golfers from the back tees, the course offers five additional tee positions so it is fun and playable for all levels of ability. The most forward tees at 4,300 yards are welcoming to beginners and children learning the game.

Northeast Golf Magazine has referred to the course as “quintessential mountain golf at its best” and the resort is the home of the New England Couples Championship and the Fall Festival Pro Am, now in its 23rd year, among many other tournaments and special events.

The resort’s Guaranteed Performance School of Golf

has helped more than 7,000 students improve their game with a three-to-one studentteacher ratio, on-course PGA instruction, video analysis, unlimited golf with carts and all meals during their stay. The inclusive golf school vacation program is the most comprehensive and affordable program in New England.

With its golf course and year-round resort activities, lodging and amenities, Travel and Leisure has deemed the Bethel Inn Resort, “Among the 25 best places in the U.S. to host an unforgettable family gathering.”

For tee times, call (207) 824-6276. For golf school and resort information, call (800) 654-0125 or visit www.bethelinn.com.

Sunday River Golf Club The Sunday River Golf Club is perched on a hill at the edge of the Sunday River Valley and overlooks the majestic Mahoosuc Mountain Range.

The course was designed by none other than Robert Trent Jones, Jr. The Ivy-educated

Jones, who authored a book on course design and served as president of the American Society of Golf Course Architects, is essentially golf course architecture royalty and has designed more than 270 courses on six continents— many of them award-winning.

Sunday River’s course has been listed as one of GOLF Magazine’s Top 100 must-play courses in the country and the No. 1 public course in Maine

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See the scenery by bike

Western Maine’s varied topography makes for great road biking.

Our wide river valleys offer seemingly endless miles of straight and level spinning, much of it through quiet woods and beautiful farmland.

And if you’re up for a more physical challenge, head for the surrounding foothills, with great climbs and descents with lengths varying from a three-and-a-half-mile climb up the Monkey Brook Road to the base of Jordan Bowl at Sunday River, to shorter routes right in Bethel village. Here are just a few examples:

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A ride from the outskirts of Bethel out Route 2 and down the Sunday River Road will take you past Sunday River Ski Resort, the Artists Covered Bridge and out to the Letter S, a local swimming hole on the Sunday River. You can return by the same route with possible detours up to the Jordan Bowl Hotel, a challenging three and a half mile climb.

North Road

Another option from Route 2 just outside Bethel Village is the North Road, which offers long, mostly flat stretches through land devoted to agriculture and forestry, with occasional views over the nearby Androscoggin River.

North/South Ponds Loop

A 21-mile jaunt through nearby Greenwood and Woodstock, just south of Bethel, will take you through some lovely farmland and along the shores of South and North ponds.

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For longer treks, cyclists can ride through the scenic Grafton and Evans Notches, both off Route 2.

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A short ride starts in Davis Park, right at the foot of Main Street. The park is easily reachable by bike from most Bethel area lodgings. The route follows the recreational pathway that starts here and winds for half a mile along the bank of the Androscoggin River. At the far end of the pathway is a

multi-use recreational bridge that spans the river. You can then loop around back down to the riverbank before returning toward the village.

Longer rides starting in the village, include Route 35 toward Stoneham and Lovell, the Intervale/East Bethel roads/Route 26 loop, or Route 2 east toward Newry or Andover. All these rides offer several possible variations.

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Bethel Bicycle is a full service shop with expertise in all bicycle repairs, and most repair parts in stock. The shop also hosts evening group rides, which can be a great way to find rides in the area.

Call the shop at (207) 8240100 for details.

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Eight access points along the beautiful Androscoggin River allow kayakers and canoeists to enjoy short or long paddles throughout the Bethel region. In summer months the trip is generally a gentle one, with plenty of opportunity to watch for moose, eagles and other wildlife.

There are some areas of rapids, so boaters should use caution. High water can also create swift currents.

Because Route 2 generally follows the path of the river, most access points are right off the road. They include: the Shelburne Bridge off Meadow Road in New Hampshire (on the Maine/N.H. border); Bridge Street in Gilead; Newt’s Landing off Ferry Road in West Bethel; Bethel Outdoor Adventure off Route 2; Davis Park off Route 26 in Bethel; Moran’s Landing off Route 2 in Hanover; Hanover Boat Launch off Route 2 in Hanover; Rumford Boat Launch off Route 2 in Rumford.

Some are public while others are on private land. In all cases, please be respectful of the land and wildlife along the river by packing out trash, refraining from campfires and checking for invasive plants on your craft before putting in. (Note: be mindful of poison ivy along the riverbank).

For more on paddling the river, go to http://mahoosuc.org/landings. html. For those who wish to rent their craft, kayaks and canoes (and information) are available at Bethel Outdoor Adventure, located on the Androscoggin next to the Route 2 bridge in Bethel. Many lakes in the Bethel area also have public boat access, including Lake Christopher and North, South and Round ponds in Greenwood and Woodstock.

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In addition to the Androscoggin River, the Saco River in southwestern Maine is a favorite of canoeists and kayakers.

Larger lakes within an hour’s drive include Lake Umbagog, Richardson Lake, and Kezar Lake.

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A great place for anglers

Western Maine’s geography provides watersheds with an abundance of brooks, rivers and lakes. Within minutes of Bethel Village there are spots that produce brown trout, brook trout, rainbow trout and landlocked salmon.

By Ron Fournier, Orion Outfitters & Guide Service As a young boy, I can remember the 3-hour car ride in the station wagon dreaming of all of the adventures that lie ahead. As the miles passed and the air cooled, the excitement grew, for soon I’d be tramping in the forest and paddling on the clear waters of western Maine.

Before the car was even in park I’d be out the door and on a dead run. First to the stream, and then to the swimming hole. The cold rushing waters, lined with driftwood, were refreshing and clear, and after a quick dip, I was most certainly standing on a rock with my Zebco 202 in hand, hoping to catch a fish!

Little did I know back then that I’d someday be living

in this place that I loved so much, a place I felt connected to, and a place I felt at home.

Little did I know that I would not only be living in this place, but I’d be making a living here doing what I love, and providing an opportunity for others to share this same experience.

Each summer, thousands of visitors head to the region for a chance to relax, to reconnect with each other, and to find adventure. Fortunately, adventure isn’t too hard to find here. Whether it’s looking for a moose, catching a brook trout, or enjoying the best lobster roll around, Bethel is sure to please!

While here, you will find friendly people, beautiful scenery, and abundant wildlife, and in the warm summer months, you have a yet another opportunity – bass fishing!

Yes, that’s right, Large and Smallmouth Bass. Maine is slowly being recognized as a go-to destination for trophy quality bass fishing. Now I’m certainly not discrediting our exceptional trout fishing.

Brookies, browns, and rainbows are abundant. But as the waters warm and the days are long, the bass fishing is hot!

What makes western Maine so unique? Bass can be fished in many area lakes and ponds, as well as rivers and streams, by lures, by fly, or by bait. Nothing gets your adrenaline pumping like a hard strike on an early morning top water fishing excursion.

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Explore the Bethel region’s history

Located in the heart of the Broad Street Historic District, the Museums of the Bethel Historical Society provide visitors with a doorway to the area’s colorful past.

Founded in 1966 (and celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2016!), the Bethel Historical Society collects, preserves, displays and interprets the history of western Maine and the White Mountain region of Maine and New Hampshire through exhibits, lectures, events, and publications. The Museums of the Bethel Historical Society feature six ex-

hibit galleries and nine period rooms spread throughout two buildings—the 1821 O’Neil Robinson House and the 1813 Dr. Moses Mason House. The society also maintains an extensive collection of books, manuscripts and photographs, plus thousands of objects that help tell the story of the town of Bethel and the surrounding communities. Throughout the

year, the society provides a full schedule of high quality lectures, demonstrations, and educational activities for people of all ages.

Overlooking the Bethel Common, the O’Neil Robinson House is one of the town’s most notable 19th century landmarks. Regularly changing exhibits, a well-stocked Museum Shop and the soci-

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The Dr. Moses Mason House next door features a series of fully-furnished period rooms and two floors of Rufus Porter School murals that provide insight into how a prominent Bethel couple lived during the first half of the 19th century. Also located in this building are the society’s research library and an exhibit hall where special summer exhibits are offered and which is used at other times for lectures and special programs.

The Bethel Historical Society is open year-round, Tuesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; also Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m., during July and August. It is closed Sunday and Monday, and Nov. 1 through Thanksgiving Day. Guided tours of the Mason House take place Thursday through Saturday afternoons (1 to 4 p.m.) in July and

August, and by appointment at other times).

This summer, visitors will be able to view an expanded display about Bethel at the Robinson House, plus a special summer exhibition at the Mason House entitled “Secluded Glens & Noble Landscapes: Traditional White Mountain Art Recaptured.”

Based on a highly popular art show mounted in 2013, this second exhibition will feature numerous 19th century White Mountain landscapes, plus contemporary works in the Hudson River School manner by nationally-recognized plein air artists Erik Koeppel and Lauren Sansaricq of Jackson, New Hampshire. The newer works will be available for purchase.

For more information, visit www.bethelhistorical.org, call 207-824-2908 / 800-824-2910 or e-mail info@bethelhistorical.org.

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Discover the beauty of Western Maine’s gems and minerals The gems and minerals of Western Maine have been highly prized since the early 1800s. Some of the more common minerals found here include tourmaline, garnet, beryl, quartz, feldspar and mica.

Visitors to the Bethel region can visit the many area gem shops, try their hand at panning for gems in a sluice or take a tour of a mine.

There are also three mines open to the public in nearby Greenwood, on Richardson Hollow Road. The Tamminen, Waisonen and Harvard Mines are accessible only by foot.

Just to the west of Bethel, in the White Mountain National Forest are Lord Hill, Deer Hill and Pingree Ledge, where rockhounds may collect. All are reachable only on foot.

Information on all these mines is available on the Maine Geological Survey website, www.maine.gov/dacf/ mgs/frontend/collectors.

Before going out on your own, please check their list of Closed Localities, and always respect landowner wishes.

You may also try gold panning in the Swift River in Byron. The Coos Canyon Rock and Gift Shop can provide you with gear and directions. FMI: 207-364-4900 www.cooscanyonrockandgift.com.

In early July check out the Western Maine Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show, which for more than 50 years has featured a wide variety of collectors and ‘rock hounds’ from Maine and across the U.S., who offer specimens, jewelry, gem rough and demonstrations.

Soon Main Street in Bethel will have a new “gem” - the Maine Mineral and Gem Museum. The museum will boast the world’s most extensive collection, exhibits and history of Maine mining, minerals, and gems in one location. Although it has not yet opened,

Western Maine Gem Show: The Oxford County Mineral & Gem Association will host the 54th annual Gem and Mineral Show on July 11 and 12 at Telstar High School on Route 26 in Bethel. Hours are 10-4 both days and there will be a lot to see and do. Admission is $3.00 for adults, under 12 is free. Grand Door Prize will be a suite of Tourmalines from the Havey Mine in Poland. For more information contact show Chairman Dennis Gross at 207-665-2759 or mincoll@megalink.net. the museum does have a Museum Store open for business.

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Tie the knot in western Maine’s mountains

A gazebo on an historic common, an old covered bridge, a mountaintop restaurant, and the 18th green on a beautiful golf course are just a few examples of the beautiful settings that draw brides and grooms to marry in the western mountains of Maine.

The Artist’s Covered Bridge on the Sunday River Road in Newry is a popular spot. The gazebo on the Bethel Common, next to the century-old Bethel Inn and across from Bethel’s historic district, is another.

For the more adventurous, options can include Table Rock ledge in Grafton Notch State Park, or a rock island in Greenwood’s North Pond.

Weddings can be built around a theme weekend that incorporates such activities as golf, canoeing, hiking or fly

fishing. Sunday River Ski Resort and the Bethel Inn Resort and Country Club both have beautiful golf courses.

There are plenty of attractive indoor settings as well, at the many inns and hotels. Lodging places and restaurants can also provide function rooms for rehearsal dinners and receptions. Some offer an entire wedding package. Among the larger sites are the Bethel Inn Resort, Sunday River Ski Resort and the Phoenix House and Well Restaurant. There are also

smaller inns and restaurants that host weddings and wedding parties, and public halls are also an option.

All the arrangements can be made on a day trip to the Bethel area, where florists, cake makers, photographers, and reception sites are happy to work with couples.

For anyone planning a wedding at a public location, please check with the town office where the site is located regarding scheduling and other guidelines.

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Deertrees Theatre: “Maine’s most enchanting playhouse” A summer visit to the Bethel area provides plenty of access to outdoor activities like hiking, biking, swimming, and golf. But did you know it could also include the opportunity to take in a play or concert in a unique historic theatre, built in classic Adirondack style and nestled deep in the western Maine woods?

Deertrees Theatre in Harrison, a half hour from Bethel, was commissioned and built in 1936 by summer resident Enrica Clay Dillon as a 350-seat opera house. With its handcarved fixtures and near-perfect acoustics, it was said to rival any theatre on Broadway.

The theatre hosted operas, plays, and concerts for several decades before being abandoned in the 1980s and falling into disrepair and foreclosure.

It was in danger of being burned as a training exercise for the local fire department when a group of concerned citizens joined forces to try to save it.

Extensive repairs and restoration allowed Deertrees to reopen in the 1990s, and it

has operated as a non-profit for the past two decades, with a staff of four paid employees and some very dedicated volunteers.

An ambitious schedule of up to 40 productions each season offers something for everyone, with family comedies, literary readings, and concerts ranging from rock and jazz to Celtic and bluegrass music.

The Backstage Gallery showcases the work of visual artists with a rotation of shows throughout the season, and the Salt Lick Cafe serves up homemade treats at intermission.

It has become a tradition at Deertrees for theatre-goers to bring a picnic to enjoy at the outdoor tables before the doors open.

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Built in 1936 in classic Adirondack style, Deertrees Theatre in Harrison has been lovingly restored and offers a busy season of plays and concerts throughout the summer.

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All of the employees and volunteers are just as helpful, friendly, and obviously passionate about the place, and it’s easy to see why. Deertrees really is, as they’re quick to remind you, “Maine’s most enchanting playhouse.”

The scenic 25-mile drive on Route 35 from Bethel to the town of Harrison winds through shady woods, along the border of the White Mountain National Forest, and

past several picturesque lakes.

Once in the village of Harrison, you will turn left onto Deertrees Road from Main Street/ Dawes Hill Road, and drive a half-mile more to the theatre.

For information or ticket purchases, call 207-583-6747.

Summer box office hours are Tuesday – Saturday, 1 – 5 p.m.

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Summer/Fall Events Calendar Below is a sampling of the organized activities planned for this spring and summer in the Bethel area. New events are added all the time, so for the latest information and listings, be sure to check out the Community Calendar in The Bethel Citizen.

Please see the PHONE / CONTACT DIRECTORY at the end of this calendar for all contact information not listed below.

MAY 27 Free Community Supper. Come and enjoy great food and fellowship. Contact: Bethel Alliance Church.

30 Breaking Down the Pattern Clinic with Wanda

Lounder. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

30 Maine Wildlife Park: Archery with Bryant Pond 4H Shooting Sports.

Certified archery instructors will have equipment and targets to try your hand at this great family sport. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

JUNE

5-7 Maine Canoe Symposium at Camp Winona, Moose Pond, Bridgton.

Featured presentations are Friday-Dan Pelletier speaking on River Tripping and Saturday-Amy Lucas & Mary Catterlin speaking about Lake Michigan in a dugout canoe.

Camp Winona occupies over 300 acres stretching more than a mile along the shores of Moose Pond. It is a camp rich in tradition, and a rustically beautiful place. Contact: Maine Canoe Symposium.

13-14 Western Dressage Clinic with Jim Badger.

Contact: Ellis River Riders.

12-14 Bethel Maine Moose Fest & Moose Lottery. Expect a full weekend of moose calling, vendors, exhibits, kids’ activities, and of course, the main event: the moose permit drawing on Saturday, June 13. Events will be centered around the beautiful campus of Gould Academy on Church Street in Bethel, walking distance to many lodging, shops, and restaurants. Sunday, June 14, will feature a field day at UMaine 4H Camp & Learning Center in nearby Bryant Pond. Contact: Bethel Chamber of Commerce 13 Celebration Barn Presents: Mike Miclon’s The Early Evening Show. A hilarious late night TV show spoof. Contact: Celebration Barn.

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13 Maine Wildlife Park: Herpetology Day: The Maine Herpetological Society was founded to promote responsible care of captive reptiles and amphibians.

Several snakes and other reptiles will be on display.

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14 Bryant Pond 4H Camp’s Youth Field DayOpen House: Join us for our 10th Annual Youth Field Day. Bring the family, bring a friend, and come and explore many of our camp activities such as archery, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and much more!

Fish in our stocked trout pond; shoot on our rifle and shotgun ranges. Contact: Bethel Chamber of Commerce.

18-28 Theatre: On Golden Pond. Ethel and Norman Thayer return to their summer home on Golden Pond for the fortyeighth year. He is a retired professor, nearing eighty,

with heart palpitations and a failing memory but still as tart-tongued, observant and eager for life as ever.

Ethel, ten years younger and the perfect foil for Norman, delights in all the small things that have enriched their long life together. They are visited by their divorced, middleaged daughter and her dentist fiancé, who go off to Europe, leaving his teenage son behind for the summer.

Directed by Jane Whitney Riseman. Contact: Oxford Hills Music & Performing Arts Association.

19-21 31st Annual American Lung Association Trek Across Maine. 3-day, 180 mile bicycle tour from the mountains of Sunday River Ski Resort to the scenic coastline in Belfast. Fun, challenging and rewarding weekend getaway.

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The Bethel region has a variety of artists: painters, glass blowers, fiber artists, metal sculptors, wood carvers and many more. Their work can be found at area shops and at local summer festivals. Other artists, both local and visiting, fill the summer air with their music.

The village Common in Bethel is the scene of much artistic and musical activity. Early July brings the Bethel Art Fair (July 4) with exhibiting artists, live performers and delicious food.

Two weeks later the common comes alive again with arts, crafts and entertainment on MollyOckett Days (July 18 and 19), the biggest local festival of the season.

In August there’s a free bandstand concert series on the Common every Sunday.

Down Main Street from the Common, “Hoot Night” is a weekly open-mic event in the basement of an historic inn that draws musical talent from near and far.

For a listing of the many local art, music and cultural activities see the Calendar of Events in this publication or go to bethelmaine.com, and for local listings, go to bethelcitizen.com.

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20-21 Versatility Clinic with Kyle Smith. Improve your horsemanship skills, build your horse’s confidence, and improve the trust between you and your horse. Spectators are welcome to come and watch.

Donations are encouraged.

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the showground on Airport Road in Andover. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

20 Celebration Barn Presents: An Evening with Deborah Henson-Conant.

The Grammy nominated electric harp virtuoso with a wicked sense of humor. Contact: Celebration Barn.

20 Maine Wildlife Park: Meet Donn Fendler – “Lost on a Mountain in Maine”.

Meet the man famous for becoming lost for nearly 2 weeks on Mt. Katahdin in 1939.

Donn will autograph his books available at the Nature Store.

There will also be survival demonstrations. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

21 Versatility Trail Challenge. 9 a.m. at Ellis River Riders show grounds on the Airport Road in Andover. For spectators we have bleachers next to the arena to watch the horse and rider teams go through the obstacles.

Contact: Ellis River Riders.

22-27 Celebration Barn Workshop: Joy of Phonetics with Louis Colaianni. This workshop invites participants to revitalize their experience of language. Contact: Celebration Barn.

23 Exhibit Opening - Bethel: ‘The Athens of Oxford County’. Following major renovations to the second floor of the O’Neil Robinson House, this expanded overview of the Bethel area’s past reopens in two adjoining galleries. The exhibit includes a number of rare artifacts, historic images and scale models from the Society’s collection never before displayed. Contact: Bethel Historical Society

24 Free Community Supper. Come and enjoy great food and fellowship. Contact: Bethel Alliance Church.

27 Celebration Barn Presents: Tales too Tall for Trailers. A must see evening of award winning tall stories and original song with Paul Strickland and Erika Kate MacDonald. Contact: Celebration Barn.

27-28 Maine Wildlife Park: The Ancient Ones.

This group of re-enactors, in full period dress will, will set up a real Living History Camp from the late 1700s. They will put up a canvas tent and have demonstrations going on all day long, including fire starting, cooking, trading, tomahawk throwing, flint knapping, flintlock rifles, weaving, etc. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

27 Rotary Annual Auction and Yard Sale: This sale has something for everyone. Contact: Bethel Rotary Club.

29 Free Community Supper. Come and enjoy great food and fellowship. Contact: Bethel Alliance Church.

29-July 4 Celebration Barn Workshop. Intro to Eccentric Performing with Avner Eisenberg and Julie Goell.

One of the most personal and paradoxical of theater forms: It can be ingenious or dimwitted, skillful or blundering. It can have a sharp verbal wit or be completely silent. It can be extremely silly while pointing out the failure of society.

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JULY

July 2-Oct 31 Summer Season Guided Tours of the Dr. Moses Mason House.

Thur-Sat. Contact: Bethel Historical Society.

July 2-Aug 29 Exhibit: “Secluded Glens & Noble Landscapes: Traditional White Mountain Art Recaptured”. Based on a highly popular exhibition mounted at BHS in 2013, this display will feature 19th century White Mountain landscapes and contemporary works* in the Hudson River School manner by nationallyrecognized plein air artists Erik Koeppel and Lauren Sansaricq. Howe Exhibit Hall, Dr. Moses Mason House; Tuesday through Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m. (*contemporary White Mountain paintings will be available for purchase).

Contact: Bethel Historical Society Events calendar continued on page 18

2015 Source to Sea Schedule

Get ready to celebrate 20 years on the Androscoggin River! How exciting to be celebrating so many years paddling down the Androscoggin and so lucky to have such a valuable resource all along this winding waterway through Eastern NH, Western Maine and continuing down to the Maine seacoast.

The Androscoggin River Watershed Council (ARWC) would like to take this opportunity to invite you to come with us on an historic trip down the river in the summer of 2015. We would also like to invite anyone who may have paddled with us on the original Source to Sea to join us for a 20 year reunion.

Friday July 10: Saturday July 11: Sunday July 12: Thursday July 16: Friday July 17: Saturday July 18: Sunday July 19: Thursday July 23: Friday July 24: Saturday July 25: Sunday July 26: Wednesday July 29: Thursday July 30: Friday July 31: Saturday August 1: Sunday August 2: Thursday August 6: Friday August 7: Saturday August 8: Sunday August 9:

Evening Paddle Wildlife Refuge to Steamer Diamond: 3:00 p.m.

Errol, NH to 7 Islands Bridge 8:30 a.m.

7 Island Bridge to Pontook Dam/Pontook to Boffinger 8:30 a.m.

After Hours Paddle Nansen Wayside to Berlin 3:00 p.m.

Shelburne to Gilead 8:30 a.m.

Gilead to Bethel 8:30 a.m.

Bethel to Hanover 8:30 a.m.

Hanover to Rumford 8:30 a.m.

Mexico to Dixfield 8:30 a.m.

Dixfield to Canton 8:30 a.m.

Canton to Snoopy 8:30 a.m.

Livermore Falls to Twin 8:30 a.m.

After hours Paddle at Otis Mill in Jay 5:30 p.m.

Twin Bridges to Center Bridge 8:30 a.m.

Center Bridge to Gulf Island 8:30 a.m.

Auburn to Auburn 8:30 a.m.

Auburn After Hours Paddle 5:30 p.m.

Durham to Lisbon Falls 8:30 a.m.

Topsham to Brunswick: 8:30 a.m.

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3-4 River Rock Festival and Concert. Presented by Lighthouse Events, this is a two-day Christian music celebration. Bring the whole family in the morning for mountain biking, zip line tours, rock climbing walls, gondola rides, and more. After that, enjoy an evening of rockin’ melodies from some of the top artists in Christian music, like Jeremy Camp, Kutless, Jonathan Thulin, Phil Wickham, and The Afters. Don’t forget about morning worship, latenight acoustic performances, and a Fourth of July firework show to wrap it all up. The Festival Pass covers entrance into the festival, parking lots,

and the artist autograph tent.

Contact: Sunday River Resort 4 Fourth of July Community Picnic & Concert. This free event begins at 11:30 a.m. on the side lawn of the Dr. Moses Mason House (14 Broad Street).

Bring your lunch and after the presentation of colors and the National Anthem, enjoy a twohour concert by the Portland Brass Quintet. Contact: Bethel Chamber of Commerce.

4-5 Bethel Art Fair: The 26th Annual Bethel Art Fair -- 70 of the finest artists and artisans of Maine & beyond featured with live entertainment and fine fare.

Contact: Mahoosuc Arts Council.

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4 Ellis River Riders Open Show. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

4 Maine Wildlife Park: What Do They Eat? Come and learn about the diets of our wildlife. Feeding times for the bears, big cats, eagles, foxes, coyote, and moose.

Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

Closeted, Novice Art Fair.

5 Ellis River Riders Gymkhana Show. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

6-11 Celebration Barn Workshop. Advanced Eccentric Performing with Avner Eisenberg and Julie Goell. One of the most personal and paradoxical of theater forms: It can be ingenious or dim-witted, skillful or blundering. It can have a sharp verbal wit or be completely silent. It can be extremely silly while pointing out the failure of society.

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9-12 46th Annual Norway Arts Festival 9am4pm. Sidewalk fine arts show embellished by performances of dance, music, poetry and performance art. Contact: Western Maine Art Group.

11 Celebration Barn Show. Contact: Celebration Barn.

11 Maine Wildlife Park: Maine Forest Yurts. Learn about Yurts, what they are and their benefits presented by Maine “Survivor” Bob Crowley.

Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

11 Norway Triathlon.

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13-25 Celebration Barn Workshop. Devising Intensive with Davis Robinson, Karen Montanaro and guests. This workshop is for directors, teachers, and performers interested in devising their own theater pieces, or in teaching others how to devise.

Contact: Celebration Barn.

17-19 Waterford World’s Fair on Green Road, North Waterford (off Rt. 35/Valley Rd.).

Agricultural events, displays and activities for the entire family in a relaxed, hometown atmosphere. Contact: Waterford World’s Fair.

17-18 22nd Annual New England Forest Rally.

The fastest cars on dirt converge at Sunday River for two days of off road racing. newenglandforestrally.com.

Contact: Sunday River Resort.

18 Celebration Barn Presents: Beau Jest Moving Theatre’s Apt. 4D. The Maine premiere of this Boston company’s funny and visually stunning production. Contact: Celebration Barn.

18-19 Kid’s Adventure Race. The Kids Adventure GamesTM offers kids, ages 6 through 14, the chance to experience the thrill of adventure racing, while emphasizing teamwork, problem solving, sportsmanship, environmental awareness, and fun. The kids cross the finish line, muddy, sweaty, smiling and full of pride. The races aim for kiddos to be challenged and determined, build grit, good character and resiliency, and be able to think on their feet, all while having super amounts of fun. newenglandforestrally. com. Contact: Sunday River Resort.

18 Maine Wildlife Park: Wildlife Encounters. Join wildlife experts with their living menagerie of exotic wildlife related to our own Maine Wildlife Park residents.

Meet and photograph Serval Cat, Crested Porcupine, Arctic Fox, Insifo Snake, Alligator, Snapping Turtle, Giant Bullfrog, or Egyptian Fruit Bat all while learning how they are

connected to Maine’s wildlife.

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18-19 Mollyockett Day: Bethel Community Festival.

Parade, arts and crafts fair, frog jumping contest, essay awards, community band concert, ARTirondack chair auction & raffle, plenty of food & games, fireworks, and much more. ARTirondack Auction 2 p.m. An auction of Adirondack chairs hand painted by the finest artists in Western Maine. A great day for all the family! Mollyockett Day is sponsored by the Mahoosuc Arts Council, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing programs in the arts to the greater Bethel area since 1986. Contact: Bethel Area Chamber.

19 Annual Mollyockett Day Road Classic. Info TBD. Contact: Bethel Area Chamber.

24-26 15th Annual New England Couples Golf Championship. Sign-up today for this fun-filled weekend where couples from around New England enjoy a light-hearted weekend and two day golf tournament.

Whether you bring friends or plan to meet new ones, don’t miss this one of a kind event as we celebrate our 10th year!

Fun-filled light-hearted 2-day golf tournament. Contact: Bethel Inn Resort.

25 Celebration Barn Presents: The Big Barn Family Show. Action packed variety and spectacle

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25 Celebration Barn Presents: The Big Barn Spectacular. The biggest variety show of the year with guests from across the United States 8p.m. Contact: Celebration Barn.

25 Tough Mountain Challenge. Mud races, military style obstacle courses, endurance races and much more. Contact: Sunday River Resort.

25 Maine Wildlife Park.

Chainsaw Wildlife Artists.

Join Maine chainsaw carvers Ron Carlson, Tim Pickett, and Andrew Logan as they use chainsaws to create eagles, bears & more. Watch a block of wood become a work of art. A variety of carvings will be on exhibit & for sale. Bring your cameras & your earplugs!

Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

26 Sixth Annual Moore Park Art Show in Norway 9am-4pm. Features 50 fine artists and artisans, live music and fine fare plus children’s activities. Contact: Western Maine Art Group.

27-Aug. 1 Celebration Barn Workshop. BodyMotion-Gesture with Doty DiSanto. This class will work from the roots of classical pantomime and progress to a fast-paced style of gestural language that develops both micro and macro imagebuilding. Contact: Celebration Barn.

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29 Free Community Supper. Come and enjoy great food and fellowship 4:306:00. Contact: Bethel Alliance Church.

31-Aug 2 Andover Olde Home Days Celebration.

Parade, Antique car displays, exhibits, art & flower shows, crafts, firemen’s muster, horse shows, plenty of food and music. Contact: Bethel Area Chamber.

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• Minutes from Sunday River Golf Course • 2,000 ft. of beautiful sandy beach • 3 Interconnected lakes with over 500 acres of water, and miles of shoreline to explore • Excellent bass, trout, & salmon fishing

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Summer/Fall Events Calendar JULY cont.

31-Aug1 5 Annual Maine Comedy Festival. A weekend full of laughs with 5 comedy shows featuring 16+ headlining comics, resort activities and a benefit golf tournament to support The Unity Project. Call today for our Laugh & Stay packages.

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AUGUST 1 Maine Wildlife Park: LL Bean Camping and Discovery Schools. Join LL Bean staff for a camping demonstration for families.

Along with exhibits and displays about their popular Outdoor Discovery Schools adventures. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

1 Scribner’s Mill Back to the Past Celebration.

“Back to the Past” celebration of old time sawmill, lumbering and homestead operation.

There will be exhibits and demonstrations of artisans, sawmill and barrel making in action, homestead tours, children’s activities, wagon

rides, and food booth.

Contact: Scribner’s Mill.

1 Celebration Barn Presents: The Yo-Yo Guy with Shane Miclon and Steve Corning. A spectacular night of yo-yo stunts, juggling, and comedy for all ages. Contact: Celebration Barn.

1 Ellis River Riders Gymkhana Show. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

2 Ellis River Riders Open Show. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

2 Bethel Bandstand Concert Series on the Bethel Common. Free to the public.

Rain site at Gould Academy’s Bingham Hall. Contact: Mahoosuc Arts Council.

3-8 Celebration Barn Workshop. Melodrama with Aitor Basauri. Contact: Celebration Barn.

3-7 Vacation Bible Adventure: “Everest: Conquering God’s Challenges with God’s Mighty Power”.

Embark on an expedition where kids overcome obstacles with God’s awesome power. Anchor kids in rocksolid Bible truths that will

guide them through life’s challenges. Contact: Bethel Alliance Church.

8-9 Maine Wildlife Park: Attean Memorial Pow Wow. Tribal representatives from Maine, New England & around the country will be at the park for two full days with native dancers, drummers, craft vendors, singers & traditional food booths. This year, don’t miss the NEW activities, food, music & Grand Entry presented each day. An exciting opportunity to learn more about Native American culture & heritage. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

8 Celebration Barn Presents: Mike Miclon’s The Early Evening Show. A hilarious late night TV show spoof. Contact: Celebration Barn.

8-9 MS Great Maine Getaway: Chose from 25 to 100 mile rides that will challenge and reward you like no other bicycling event.

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train, fundraise and we’ll take care of you during the event!

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8 8th Annual Maine State Kids’ Triathlon. A noncompetitive 100 yard swim, 3 mile bike, 1 mile run for ages 8-14. Start and finish at Angevine Park. Registration 1:30-2:30 p.m. Race starts at 3 p.m. Contact: Bethel Area Chamber.

9 Bethel Bandstand Concert Series on the Bethel Common. Free to the public.

Rain site at Gould Academy’s Bingham Hall. Contact: Mahoosuc Arts Council.

9 23rd Annual Maine State Triathlon/Aquabike.

The 20th Annual Maine State Triathlon & Aquabike is a challenging race set on one of the most scenic courses in the east. It’s a sprint triathlon and very “do-able.” 750m swim, 24k cycle, 5.8k run. Individual age categories, team categories (male, female, mixed), novice, Athena, and Clydesdale categories. Prizes for winners and giveaways too. Contact: Bethel Area Chamber.

15 Celebration Barn Presents: Bill Bowers. An internationally award winning tour-de-force storyteller.

Contact: Celebration Barn.

15 Maine Wildlife Park: Learn About Atlantic Salmon. Join experts from the Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery to learn about the endangered salmon. Atlantic Salmon are no longer found in any other location in the US IN THE VILLAGE, OFF THE COMMON except here. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

B&B Lodging 16 Bethel Bandstand Concert WEddings Series on the Bethel CasuaL dining Common.

Free to the public.

CoCktaiLs Rain site at Gould Academy’s PRivatE PaRtiEs Bingham Hall. Contact: aRt ExHiBitions Mahoosuc Arts Council.

20-22 39th Annual Trappers’ Convention Wonderful Wineson East Bethel Road.

Trapping Full Bar • Great Beers demonstrations, fishing Tappas/Small Plate Menu contests, coon dog trials, Gluten-Free Choices street dance with music and liveAllauctions for both kids in a comfortable eclectic setting! and adults.

Contact: Bethel LIKE US ON FACEBOOK Chamber of Commerce.

22 207-824-3241 Celebration Barn Cell 207-595-3405 Presents: The Last Hurrah at www.millhillinn.com Camp Maine. The Barn’s 24 Mill Hill Rdbecomes • Bethel, ME entire property

the setting for this exciting interactive show where actors and audience members mix together. It’s unlike anything you’ve ever seen before.

Contact: Celebration Barn.

22 Maine Wildlife Park: Life of the Honeybee. Learn about the industrious life of the honey bee, & the role of the beekeeper. Parts of the bee hive & beekeeping

equipment will be on display; & experienced bee keepers will answer your questions.

Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

23 Bethel Bandstand Concert Series on the Bethel Common. Free to the public.

Rain site at Gould Academy’s Bingham Hall. Contact: Mahoosuc Arts Council.

26 Free Community Supper. Come and enjoy

great food and fellowship 4:306:00. Contact: Bethel Alliance Church.

28-29 Celebration Barn Presents: The Last Hurrah at Camp Maine. The Barn’s entire property becomes the setting for this exciting interactive show where actors and audience members mix together. It’s unlike anything you’ve ever seen before.

Contact: Celebration Barn.

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For minor emergencies and walk-in medical care, trust your family’s health to Bridgton Urgent Care.

When your doctor isn’t available, Bridgton Urgent Care offers walk-in care when you need it. Our team of healthcare professionals will care for you as quickly as possibly and follow up with a record to your regular provider.

29 Maine Wildlife Park.

Enchanted Forests. Fairy houses and gardens are incredibly popular with children today. Bring the kids to visit the human-sized fairy house and meet with some “real” fairies. Work with all natural materials to create your own miniature fairy habitats to take home. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

Illness doesn’t always take a vacation, even if you do.

Located in the Specialty Wing of Bridgton Hospital 10 Hospital Drive (off of South Street)

207-647-6166 HOURS Mon thru Fri: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. www.bridgtonhospital.org

For major emergencies, please use the Bridgton Hospital Emergency Department, open 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Summer/Fall Events Calendar AUGUST cont.

30 Bethel Bandstand Concert Series on the Bethel Common. Free to the public.

Rain site at Gould Academy’s Bingham Hall. Contact: Mahoosuc Arts Council.

SEPTEMBER 5 Ellis River Riders Open Show. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

5-7 Maine Wildlife Park: Landscaping for Wildlife with Skillin’s Greenhouses.

Expert native landscaping sta will be on hand with a wide selection of native shrubs, small trees & other plants that are hardy & attractive, while providing food & shelter for our birds & other wildlife. Fall is a great time to plant, & these quality plants are on sale & ready to install into your yard or landscape. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

6 Ellis River Riders Gymkhana Show. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

6 Sammy Chapman Golf Classic & Music Festival.

Celebrate the life of friend, musician and golfer, Sammy Chapman, over the long Labor

Day Weekend at The Bethel Inn Resort. The festival starts with an 18 hole golf scramble followed by an outdoor music tribute featuring nearly two dozen Maine musicians. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy an afternoon of great live music in the heart of Bethel! Contact: Bethel Inn Resort.

8 2015 Fall Pro-Am Golf Festival. 22nd annual, this event has attracted players from across New England and as far away as Florida. Come enjoy a unique Pro-am event with entertainment and some of the top golf professionals in New England. It’s not just a golf tournament, it’s a golf festival with over $17,000 in cash and prizes! Contact: Bethel Inn Resort.

10 Bethel Historical Society Annual Meeting. A 6:30 p.m. pot-luck supper will precede the Society’s Annual Meeting at 7:30 p.m., during which oďŹƒcers and trustees for 2015-2016 will be elected.

Howe Exhibit Hall, Dr. Moses Mason House. Mason House exhibit hall. Contact: Bethel Historical Society.

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16-19 Oxford County Fair. Livestock, animal pulling events, midway, crafts, exhibits and harness racing track. Contact: www. oxfordcountyfair.com.

18-19 Celebration Barn Presents: Traveling Light.

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19 Maine Wildlife Park: Rick Charette Concert. As a singer/songwriter he has been capturing the hearts & spirits of your & old alike. Many songs will be about Maine’s wild animals. Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

19 Two Fly Contest.

Fishermen y-cast from 6 am to 2 pm on the Upper Androscoggin River trying to catch the largest and the most brook, rainbow and brown trout with the use of only two ies. After the contest

there is a drift boat parade up Main Street and around the common followed by the awarding of trophies and prizes. Contact: Upper Andro Angler’s Alliance.

19 Bethel Harvest Fest and Chowdah Cook-off.

Mostly a Saturday event, but some Friday and Sunday items.

An old-fashioned fun fall festival including “chowdahâ€? cook-o, arts & crafts fair, apple pie contest, farmers’ market, bike tours, chainsaw carving, horse-drawn wagon rides and more. Contact: Bethel Area Chamber.

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MAINE CANOE SYMPOSIUM c/o Winona Camps, 35 Winona Rd. Bridgton, ME 04009 Reservations: (207) 647-3721 nformation: (207) 892-3121 mainecanoesymposium.org winonacamps.com mcs@canoemaine.com MAINE WILDLIFE PARK 56 Game Farm Road • Gray, ME 04039 mainewildlifepark.com mainewildlifepark@maine.rr.com (207) 657-4977, ext. 1 NATIONAL MS SOCIETY GREATER NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER Sean MacWilliam 800-526-8890 OXFORD COUNTY MINERAL AND GEM ASSOCIATION oxfordcountymineralandgemassociation. blogspot.com/ OXFORD HILLS MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS ASSOCIATION ohmpaa.org SHY, CLOSETED, NOVICE ART FAIR Contact Janet Willie 824-3889 If you’ve worked up a snippet of bravery, you may submit artwork to Janet by July 3rd .

ELLIS RIVER RIDERS Airport Rd., Andover, ME Most shows begin at 9am. Shows free to spectators. Parking, seating and food available. ellisriverriders.com • info@ellisriverriders.com (207) 392-2381.

SUNDAY RIVER RESORT Newry, ME 04261 Contact: Reservations (800) 543-2SKI sundayriver.com/summer/ info@sundayriver.com

FRYEBURG FAIR fryeburgfair.org info@fryeburgfair.org (207) 935-3268 • Camping: (207) 935-2912

TRAPPERS CONVENTION Neil Olson 760 East Bethel Road • Bethel, ME 04217 (207) 875-5765 • olson@megalink.net

MAHOOSUC ARTS COUNCIL (207) 824-3575 • mahoosucarts.org info@mahoosucarts.org

WATERFORD WORLD’S FAIR (207) 583-4993 waterfordworldsfair.org

MAHOOSUC LAND TRUST 18 Mayville Rd., Bethel, ME 04217 Garden Tour Info: Becky Seacrest (207) 824-3806 • mahoosuc.org/events.html

SEPTEMBER 26 Maine Wildlife Park: Northwoods Law Day. Meet the Maine Game Wardens of the popular Animal Planet TV show “Northwood’s Law”. At least 8 of this season’s wardens, some with their canines, will be on hand to sign autographs and have their photos taken.

Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

30 Free Community Supper. Come and enjoy great food and fellowship 4:30 to 6 p.m. Contact: Bethel Alliance Church.

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4-11 Fryeburg Fair.

Over 3,000 animals for a full 8 days, the Fair offers an incredible array of food, entertainment, rides and lots of great people watching! All for one admission price, $10 a day.

Contact: info@fryeburgfair.org.

9-10 Sunday River Fall Festival. A weekend of activities at South Ridge Base Lodge during peak foliage that includes a free outdoor concert, the 32nd Annual Blue Mountain Arts and Crafts Fair, a season kick-off party, the North American Wife Carrying Championship, BBQ’s and more. Contact: Sunday River Resort.

10 Ellis River Riders unDay Fundraiser Gymkhana Show. Contact: Ellis River Riders.

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10 Celebration Barn Presents: Mike Miclon’s The Early Evening Show. A hilarious late night TV show spoof. Contact: Celebration Barn.

10 16th Annual North American Wife Carrying Championship. The North American Wife Carrying Championship draws thousands of spectators to the grass-covered slopes of Sunday River each fall and receives world-wide media attention as teams compete for fame, fortune, and a chance to compete at the World Championships in Finland the following summer. Contact: Sunday River Resort.

23-24 Maine Wildlife Park. Halloweenfest.

Celebrate Halloween in 2 nights of fun with the Park’s

native wildlife! Park staff & volunteers will stop at nothing to give you & your family NEW scares & fun! Don’t miss NEW Halloween displays, Haunted Hay Rides, Games, Contests, Huge Door Prizes & more!

Wear your costumes! Contact: Maine Wildlife Park.

28 Free Community Supper. Come and enjoy great food and fellowship 4:30 to 6 p.m. Contact: Bethel Alliance Church.

TBD Annual Bethel Outing Club Ski Sale. New and used equipment, clothing, for alpine, Nordic, snowboard, and other winter sports.

Contact: Bethel Outing Club.

31 Harvestfest and Trick or Trunk. Come join the festival at the Bethel Alliance Church.

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Where to

Eat in the Area

The small-town Bethel area boasts more than its share of restaurants. After a day of sightseeing or recreating in the beautiful Western Maine mountains, you can choose from fine or casual American cuisine at more than a dozen local restaurants. Want ethnic options? Try a Chinese, Italian or Korean/ Japanese restaurant. And for pizza lovers, there are more than a half-dozen menus offered. The Bethel area has something for everyone’s taste.

SANDWICHES, SOUPS AND SALADS • HEAT & EAT MEALS NATURAL & GOURMET FOODS • MAINE MADE FOODS FINE WINES AND CHEESES • SPECIALTY BEERS CATERING ALL OCCASIONS Heather Hale-Nivus & David Nivus Route 2, PO Box 467 Bethel, ME 04217

207-824-3754 1-800-879-8926 www.goodfoodbethel.com

Authentic Pit-Style BBQ Ribs • Brisket • Chicken • Pork Route 2, Bethel • Orange Trailer at the Good Food Store

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Open Thurs-Sun 11:30 - 7:30 Mon-Wed when you see smoke

Bethel Inn Resort On the Common, Bethel (207) 824-2175 Featuring a seasonal menu with fresh seafood, Prime Rib, fresh Maine Lobster, and more. Enjoy candlelight dining and great views of the golf course and surrounding mountains, all in a comfortable setting. Reservations suggested.

Breakfast 7:30-9:30 a.m. midweek, and 7-10 a.m. weekends, dinner is served Friday and Saturday 5:30-9 p.m.

Maurice Restaurant Francais 109 Main Street, South Paris (207) 743-2532 Delicious continental cuisine at affordable prices. Open for dinner TuesdaySunday at 4 p.m. Lunch Tuesday-Friday 11am-1:30 p.m. Sunday breakfast buffet 8-10:30 a.m. Sunday Brunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Millbrook Tavern & Grille Downstairs at the Bethel Inn On the Common, Bethel (207) 824-2175 Bistro 151 at The Sudbury Inn Open for lunch, dinner, and late for cock151 Main Street, Bethel tails with dinner specials nightly. Offering (207) 824-2174 Enjoy classic French-inspired bistro food fresh seafood, steaks, and burgers with an extensive lighter fare menu of soups, (such as our signature salmon in sorrel sauce, quiches and pâté), plus a selection salads, sandwiches, and more. of Sudbury Inn classics including duck, Mill Hill Inn/Studio Bistro Bar seafood and steak entrées. Choose from 15 L’Auberge Lane, our new bistro bar room or the classic Off the Common, Bethel New England feel of our porch or dining (207) 824-3241 room. 8 p.m., 7 days a week. Eat in/Take Casual Dining, Cocktails, (wines, unique out. beers), Private Parties, Weddings in a Unique and Eclectic Setting, Gardens, Art, DiCocoa’s Market & Bakery Pottery and Culinary Events. Rooms are Corner of Main & Vernon Street, Bethel available 7 days a week.

(207) 824-6386 Local foods! Made from scratch pastries Pat’s Pizza and gelato, organic espresso, teas, and Route 2, Across from Rite Aid, Bethel sodas. Stop in for a tasty meal, snack, or (207) 824-3637 pick up something to go!

Some tasty samples of our six-page menu: Salad Pizzas are favorites with six The Jolly Drayman at the Briar Lea salad choices, Chicken fingers and fries 150 Mayville Road, Bethel for the little logger, Steak-Loaded Subs, (207) 824-4717 Cozy English pub. Offering a great selec- Italian Subs, and Roll-up sandwiches, a full bar, and we also offer gluten-free tion of draught beers, bottled beers, wines, and a fully stocked bar. Our menu dough and gluten-free beer. offers a selection of British, Indian and Rooster’s Roadhouse American favorites. The Jolly Drayman Route 2, 159 Mayville Road, Bethel Pub has a AAA 3 Diamond rating and has (207) 824-0309 been recognized by Yankee Magazine’s Dining for the entire family! Featur“Best of New England”, Down East Magaing Maine LOBSTER & SEAFOOD, zine, Bon Appetit, and many more. char-grilled steaks n’ chops, New Kowloon Village Chinese Restaurant England specialties, pizza, burgers, 188 Main Street, Bethel dinner salads, and a great kids menu.

(207) 824-3707 Fun, casual and affordable! ReservaServing Chinese, Szechuan and Hunan tions accepted for any size party. cuisine, full bar. American dishes are Daily specials offered. Open 7 days a also available. You can either dine in or week for lunch and dinner. Catering take-out. services available.

S.S. Milton 43 Main Street, Bethel (207) 824-2589 Serving classic American Cuisine with a down-home touch. We pride ourselves with offering one of the most varied menus in the Bethel area -- everything from Lobster and Rack of Lamb to Steak, Chicken, and Pasta.

Suds Pub 151 Main Street, Bethel (207) 824-2174 Suds Pub is THE Bethel restaurant for pizza. We also have a huge selection of pub grub, including our award winning chili, chowder and apple pie, plus 29 beers on tap - the largest choice of New England beers in Western Maine.

Suds is open seven days a week from 11:30 am. Food, including take-out, is served until 9:30 p.m. (10 p.m. weekends). Beverages, live music (Thursday through Saturday) and good cheer are available until the wee hours.

The Little Red Hen Diner Main Street, Andover (207) 392-2253 Home cookin’, baking from scratch! Friday nights: prime rib night. Saturday nights: pizza buffet. Open 6:30am2pm Tuesday-Thursday, 6am-8pm Friday and Saturday, 7am-2pm Sunday.

The Loon’s Nest at Kezar Lake Marina 219 West Lovell Road, Lovell (207) 925-1911 Full-service restaurant with

Kowloon Village Chinese Restaurant Dine-In or Take-Out and Full Bar with TV

Every Thursday Night (starting at 4:30 pm): All Drinks on Special: $3-$3.50 All Polynesian Polynesian Drinks on Special: Start at $3.95 Bottled BeerBottled $2.00 ~Beer Scorpion Bowl for 2 - $7.95 $1.50 - $2 FreeScorpion Wi-Fi • www.Kowloonvillage.com Bowl for 2 - $5.50

Over 50 Lunch & Dinner Combinations

Hours: Tue: Tue: 4:30-9:30 Hours: 4:30-9:30 Sun,Mon, Mon,Wed, Wed, Thurs: Thurs: 11:30-9:30 •• Fri Sun, Fri&&Sat: Sat:11:30-10:00 11:30-10:00 Phone 824-3707 • Phone & Fax: 824-3709 Phone: 824-3707 • Fax: 824-3709 190 Main Lower MainStreet Street• Mountain • MountainView ViewMall Mall••Bethel, Bethel,Maine Maine

Family Restaurant Full Service Dining Comfortable Post & Beam Atmosphere

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• Taco Salad • Large Variety of Salads • 6 Page Menu • Draft Beer, Wine & Spirits

DINE-IN OR TAKE-OUT Call (207) 824-3637 to Order 37 Mayville Road • Route 2 Bethel, Maine

upper and lower decks overlooking the lake, indoor air-conditioned dining, and an additional take-out window. Featuring our famous Blobsters appetizer, seafood, burgers, pizza, and more.

The Sudbury Inn 151 Main Street, Bethel (207) 824-2174 Along with Suds Pub, we were recommended as “where to eat” by the New York Times in January 2013.

Dinner choices, from Sudbury classics like our awardwinning clam chowder, roasted duckling and broiled seafood sampler to Maine lobster and wicked good homemade desserts, the Sudbury Inn offers delicious food and great service in our cozy dining room or

on the scenic glassed porch overlooking Main Street.

Open from 5.30 until 9 pm.

Yokohama 288 Main Street Gorham, New Hampshire (603) 466-2501 Family restaurant featuring Oriental, seafood, and American cuisine. Full liquor license. Located in Gorham, N.H. Closed Mondays.

Heat & Eat/ Take-Out Good Food Store & Catering Company Route 2, Bethel (207) 824-3754 Daily lunch specials, heat & eat foods for dinner, catering & chef service. Gourmet cof

fees and teas, cookies, cakes, sweet things, great salads and sandwiches, including vegetarian options, and heat-and-eat meals.

Smokin Good BBQ Route 2, Bethel (207) 824-4PIG Dry rubbed with secret spices, our meats are smoked in a time-honored method, using only local hardwood, at a very low heat, for a long time. All of our sides are made from scratch, prepared in our unique style. Open Thursday-Sunday 11:30-7.

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Mill Hill Inn

24 Mill Hill Rd., Bethel (207) 824-3241 • (207) 595-3405 www.millhillinn.com

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Shops & Services Directory Activities

Deer Meadow Farm Route 26, West Paris, ME 207-674-2819 see our ad on page 8 Kezar Lake Marina 219 West Lovell Road Lovell, ME • 207-925-3000 see our ad on page 15 Northern Waters Outfitters Canoe & Kayak At the Bridge in Errol, NH 603-482-3817 see our ad on page 7

Bait & Tackle/ Sporting Goods

Bethel Bait Tackle & More 7 Mechanic Street Downtown Bethel 207-824-HUNT (4868) see our ad on page 8 J&K Sporting Goods 112 Bethel Road West Paris, ME 207-674-3188 see our ad on page 13

Bakery

Saco Bound Route 302 • Center Conway, NH 603-447-2177 see our ad on page 7

Hungry Hollow Rt. 26, West Paris, ME 207-674-3012 see our ad on page 31

Sunday River Ski Resort Skiway Road, Newry, ME 1-800-543-2SKI see our ad on pages 16 & 17

Animal Care Barker Brook Kennels Boarding & Grooming 120 Sunday River Road Bethel, ME • 207-357-BARK see our ad on page 15

Cleaning Service

Furniture

Grocer

ServiceMaster Rt. 26, Oxford, ME 207-539-4452 • 800-244-7630 see our ad on page 15

Rustics 32 Parkway Plaza, Bethel, ME 207-824-0638 see our ad on page 18

Dance

Gem Shop

Good Food Store & Catering Company Route 2, Bethel, ME 207-824-3754 see our ad on page 26

The Ballroom Main St, Harrison, ME 207-583-6964 theballroomharrison.com see our ad on page 19

Sunday River Gems 251 Sunday River Rd, Off Route 2, Bethel, ME 207-824-3414 srgems@megalink.net see our ad on page 10

Florist, Farm & Garden

Golf

Bank

Designs by Janet Black, AIFD www.janetblack.com designsflorist@live.com (207) 514-3500 see our ad on Page 12

Bethel Inn Resort On the Common, Bethel, ME 207-824-2175 see our ad on the inside back cover

Franklin Savings Bank Farmington • Rumford Rangeley • Jay • 800-287-0752 franklinebranch.com see our ad on page 20

Pooh Corner Farm 436 Bog Road West Bethel, ME 207-836-FARM (3276) see our ad on page 12

Greenhouse & Garden Shop Mountain Greenery Route 2, West Bethel, ME 207-836-3003 see our ad on page 6

Guide Service Orion Outfitters & Guide Service Canoeing, fishing, hunting 603-401-1802 see our ad on page 8

Hardware & Building 3rd Generation Flooring Eric Melanson • Bethel, ME 207-890-2130 see our ad on page 9 Western Maine Supply Cross St., Bethel, ME 207-824-2139 • 800-858-2139 see our ad on page 32

GREENWOOD FIREMANS ASSOCIATION

Glidden Family’s

We would like to let our family, friend’s and summer residents know we will be having our fish fry’s on the following day’s this summer

June 5 & 19 • July 10 & 24 August 14 & 28 • September 11 & 25 All will be 3PM to 7PM at the fire station

Greenwood Fire Department

Conveniently located in the Village of Bethel • Fresh & Local Produce Available in Season

• Custom Cut Meats

• Freshly Baked Breads, Muffins, Donuts & Cakes

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

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Open Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm • Friday & Saturday 8am-9pm • Sunday 8am-7pm

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Friday Night: Prime Rib Night Saturday Nights: Pizza Buffet includes salad, drink & dessert $9.25 Custom Baked Goods Available 6:30am-2pm Tues, Wed, Thur • 6am-8pm Fri, Sat • 7am-2pm Sun

Healthcare

Ladies Clothing

Bethel Family Health Center 32 Railroad St., Bethel, ME 207-824-2193 800-287-2292 see our ad on page 14

Carlisles Congress Street, Rumford, ME 207-364-2581 • 1-888-231-3533 see our ad on page 29

Bridgton Hospital Hospital Drive, Bridgton, ME 207-647-4232 see our ad on page 21 Rumford Hospital 420 Franklin Street Rumford, ME • 207-369-1000 Emergency: 207-369-1051 see our ad on page 2

Historic Sites & Museums

Livery Service DMC Livery Service 51 Main St., South Paris, ME 207-576-4750 see our ad on page 12

Massage & Polarity Emily Ecker, LCSW 18 High Street, Bethel, ME 207-357-9954 see our ad on page 10

Bethel Historical Society 10-14 Broad St., Bethel, ME 207-824-2908 • 800-824-2910 see our ad on page 9

Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage 161 Main St., Bethel, ME 207-824-5445 see our ad on page 10

Paving Pine Tree Paving South Paris, ME 207-743-2890 see our ad on page 4

Maine Mineral & Gem Museum 99 Main Street, Bethel, ME 207-824-3030 see our ad on page 11

Whittemore Pool & Spa Management 86 Common Road Dixfield, ME • 207-491-7713 see our ad on page 31

Someplace Special ~ Something Different

our Specialty iS chicken pie full Bakery ~ heat & eat entrées natural, organic & Wheat and gluten-free foods unique maine gifts ~ Wheel cheese ~ Jams ~ maple Syrup gourmet tea ~ green mountain coffee ~ local honey all homemade foods cooked using unbleached flour and Sea Salt and no trans fat

Sunday River Gems 251 Sunday River Road Off Route 2, Bethel, ME 207-824-3414 srgems@megalink.net see our ad on page 10

Supermarket

Bear Country Powersports 54 Main Street, Errol, NH 603-482-3370 see our ad on page 32

Glidden Family’s Shop n’ Save 72 Main St, Bethel, ME 207-824-2121 see our ad on page 30

Grand View Country Store Yarn Shop 89 US Route 2, Randolph, NH 603-466-5715 see our ad on page 18

Pools & Spas

hungry hollow country Store

Jewelers

Shops

Woodworking Carver’s Woodworking 420 Grover Hill Rd., Bethel, ME 207-824-3125 207-215-5326 cell see our ad on page 19

Halls Pond Gardens

Halls Pond Gardens is a nursery specializing in hardy succulents and rock garden plants.

Visitors can stroll through the gardens finding inspiration among and around the sculptural rocks and stone walls.

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Web Directory Accommodations

The Sudbury Inn thesudburyinn.com

Bethel Inn Resort bethelinn.com

Activities

Western Maine Supply westernmainesupply.com

Kezar Lake Marina kezarlake.com

Campground

Briar Lea Inn at the Jolly Drayman briarleainn.com

McLaughlin Gardens mclaughlingarden.org

Chapman Inn chapmaninn.com Grand Summit Resort Hotel sundayriver.com Jordan Grand Resort Hotel sundayriver.com

Northern Waters Canoe & Kayak beoutside.com northernwatersrafting.com Saco Bound sacobound.com

River View Resort riverviewresort.com

Bank

Sunday River Condominiums sundayriver.com

Franklin Savings Bank franklinebranch.com

Building

Smokin Good BBQ smokingoodbarbecue.com The Sudbury Inn thesudburyinn.com

Littlefield Beaches littlefieldbeaches.com

Jewelers Maine Mineral & Gem Museum mainemineralgemmuseum.org

Livery Service DMC Livery Service dmcliveryservice.com

Catering

Florist/Greenhouse & Garden Center

Good Food Store & Catering Company goodfoodbethel.com

Pooh Corner Farm poohfarm.com

Mahoosuc Realty mahoosucrealty.com

Guide Service

Maine Street Realty mainestreetrealty.com

Country Clubs

Orion Outfitters & Guide Service orionoutfitters.net

Bethel Inn Resort bethelinn.com

Healthcare

Dining

Bethel Family Health Center a Healthreach Community Center healthreachchc.org

Bethel Inn Resort bethelinn.com Good Food Store & Catering Company goodfoodbethel.com

Bridgton Hospital bridgtonhospital.org

Jolly Drayman at Briar Lea Inn briarleainn.com

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Rooster’s Roadhouse roostersroadhouse.com

Rumford Hospital rumfordhospital.org

Real Estate Agencies

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Lake Christopher Cottage $215,000

$279,000

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Riverbend Condos - Great Location! $105,000+

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Mahoosuc Rentals offers seasonal rentals, short-term vacation rentals and long-term housing. From village town houses to private luxury homes. Contact us to book the 2015-16 season.

Family Friendly Chalet Nightly/Seasonal

Sunday River Home Seasonal

Songo Pond Home Weekly/Seasonal

Sunday River Chalet Seasonal

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Brookside Condo Seasonal

Timber Creek Cabin Seasonal

Round Pond Waterfront Weekly/Seasonal