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Kittery Block Party Festival
Government & Walker Street, Kittery
kitteryblockparty.org Saturday, June 20th
Kittery Block Party Festival has offerings for all ages and interests, including a children’s area, live entertainment, demonstrations and educational exhibits.
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Smokin’ at the Ballpark
Emerson Cummings Blvd, Old Orchard Beach
oob365.com Sunday, June 21st Smokin’ at the Ballpark features many events & live entertainment, 4
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including BBQ sampling and a people’s choice award.
La Kermesse Franco Americaine Festival
Biddeford Middle School, Biddeford
lakermessefestival.com Thursday, June 25th Sunday, June 28th
The annual La Kermesse festival celebrates Biddeford’s proud Franco-Americaine heritage.
Saco Sidewalk Arts Festival Main Street, Saco sacospirit.com
Saturday, June 27th The event features more than 175 artists and craftsmen displaying a rich variety of artwork, photography, and sculpture.
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Kennebunk Old Home Week
Parson’s Field, Kennebunk kennebunkmaine.us
Saturday, June 27th Saturday, July 4th Old Home Week features a wide assortment of activities, including a local artists and craftsmen show, farmers market, family traditions parade, musical performances, local history displays, sporting events, carnival games, petting zoo, church pie contest, Rotary chicken barbecue, antique auto show as well as so much more!
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South Berwick Strawberry Festival
are scheduled for the 4th, including an Independence Day parade.
Saturday, June 27th
Village Green, Kennebunkport
Main Street, South Berwick southberwickstrawberryfestival.com Features a bake-off, entertainment, and juried craft show with over 120 artisans.
Sanford Independence Day Celebration
Riverside and Emery Roads, Sanford sanfordmaine.org
Friday, July 3rd Saturday, July 4th Fireworks presentation on Friday, July 3rd at dusk. (Rain date is Sunday, July 5th) More activities 6
School Around Us Summer Craft Fair schoolaroundus.org Saturday, July 4th
Featuring 65 juried artists and artisans, live music by local favorites and delicious homemade food.
Waterboro Old Home Days
Massabesic High School, Waterboro waterboro-me.net
Friday, July 10th Saturday, July 11th Waterboro Old Home Days is a two
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Summer Season June 9 USAF Heritage Brass in Concert!
When: Tues. 6/9, 7:00 pm • Free Event
June 23 Family Night with Rick Charette & The Bubblegum Band
When: Tues. 6/23, 5:00 pm • Tickets: $7/$12 Day of Show, Kids Under 12 Free! Free Food and Games June 30 Beach Party Boys
When: Tues. 6/30, 7:00 pm • Tickets: $15/$20 Day of Show July 4 Seacoast Wind Ensemble – Celebrate!
When: Sat. 7/4, 6:00 pm • Free Event July 7 The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
When: Tues. 7/7, 7:00 pm • Tickets: $15/$20 Day of Show July 14 Let’s Hang On
When: Tues. 7/14, 7:00 pm • Tickets: $15/$20 Day of Show July 17 Ken Davis
When: Fri. 7/17, 7:00 pm • Tickets: $15/$20 Day of Show July 27 Greater New York Music Festival
When: Mon. 7/27, 7:00 pm • Free Event
July 29 Tom Walker’s Gospel Train Big Band
When: Wed. 7/29, 7:00 pm • Free Event July 31 Point of Grace
When: Fri. 7/31, 7:00 pm • Free Event August 11 A Night of Broadway with Strafford Wind Symphony
When: Tues. 8/11, 7:00 pm • Tickets: $15/$20 Day of Show August 18 In The Blood – The History of the Maine Lumberman
When: Tues. 8/18, 8:00 pm • Free Event
September 12 Matthew West in Concert
When: Sat. 9/12, 7:00 pm • Tickets: On Sale 6/10/2015
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Native American Pow-Wow Harbor Park, Wells wellschamber.org
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day event that includes a parade, vendors, food, fireworks and lots of fun!
Saturday, July 18th Sunday, July 19th 13th Annual “Val Ranco” Native American Pow-Wow, featuring music, dance, crafts, demonstrations and more at Wells Harbor Park.
Antique Tractor & Engine Show 2077 State Road, Eliot
raittfarmmuseum.org Friday, July 24th Sunday, July 26th
The event brings a large assortment of tractors, engines and farming displays to the beautiful farm and open pastures. Admission $6 per person, children 12 and under free.
York Days & Lighting of the Nubble
Short Sands Beach, York
yorkparksandrec.org Friday, July 24th Sunday, August 2nd Centered at Short Sands Beach, York Days features local concerts, tournaments, sandcastle building and fairs. The annual Lighting of the Nubble will be held on Sunday, July 26th on York Beach and a fireworks display on August 2nd. The Rowe Auto Group Summer Guide to all things Maine - 2015
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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS Final Friday Biddeford+Saco ArtWalk
Downtown Biddeford & Saco biddefordsacoartwalk.com
Friday, July 31st
As you walk the neighborhood, be sure to take in the beauty of the lighted cottages.
Beach Olympics
Town Square, Old Orchard Beach
oldorchardbeachmaine.com Friday, August 14th Sunday, August 16th
The Biddeford & Saco ArtWalk, features local and Maine artists and is held on the final Friday of the month in various venues downtown Three days of fun competition, music, displays and a presentation and in the mills. to benefit Special Olympics Maine.
Festival of Lights & Illumination Night Colby and Temple Avenue, Ocean Park oceanpark.org
Saturday, August 1st
Ogunquit Sidewalk Art Show & Sale Main Street, Ogunquit visitogunquit.org
Thursday, August 20th
This event features music by The More than 70 artists showcase and Dunlap Highland Band and begins sell their work on the sidewalks and with a Strawberry Shortcake Festival. parking lots of downtown Ogunquit.
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Thursday, August 27th Sunday, August 30th The Acton Fair features exhibits, 4-H, flower show, animal pulling events and midway.
Well’s Chili Fest
Wells Junior High School, Wells
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BEACHES Long Sands Beach Route 1A, York Beach, ME A 1.5-mile stretch of family-friendly sandy beach. Open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Metered parking and private lots, handicap accessible, surfing allowed in designated areas, no shade, lifeguards, restrooms, raft and umbrella rentals, shops and food within walking distance, and dogs/pets allowed at certain times. Views of Cape Neddick Light (Nubble Lighthouse). York trolley stop to/from Short Sands Beach.
Ogunquit Beach Beach Street, Ogunquit, ME Ogunquit Beach runs along the coastline for three miles and can be accessed by three main entrances. From south to north - Main Beach, off Beach Street in Ogunquit's "downtown", Footbridge Beach located of Ocean Street and North Beach accessed via Bourne Avenue in Wells. Each entrance has parking and rest rooms and the Ogunquit Trolley services the Main Beach and Footbridge Beach.
Goose Rocks Beach Kings Hwy, Kennebunkport, ME Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport has nearly three miles of wide sandy beach. A barrier reef offshore known as Goose Rocks, visible at low tide, helps protect the soft, white sands of the beach. This is a perfect spot for you to spread out the beach blankets, chairs and umbrellas for a fun day of sunbathing, relaxing, swimming and combing the shore for sand dollars. This beach has no lifeguard. You'll find parking along Kings Highway, which has numerous paths through the rocks, dunes and grass down to the beach. Dogs are allowed, but only before 8 a.m. and after 6 p.m. No facilities are available at the beach.
Old Orchard Beach Grand Avenue, Old Orchard, ME Old Orchard Beach has been welcoming people to its seven-mile stretch of sandy beach for more than 170 years. This beach has lifeguards. Old Orchard’s Pier–which extends nearly 500 feet out over the Atlantic Ocean–is the center of the recreational offerings here. On the pier, you can shop, eat, play games, enjoy the nightlife, go dancing, watch fireworks, listen to concerts, fish, or go on a whale watching or birdwatching tour. Enjoy the Beachfront Palace Playland Park, which is the only beachfront amusement park in New England. 14
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PLACES TO SEE AND THINGS TO DO Goodall Park, Sanford sanfordmainers.com The Sanford Mainers are a collegiate summer baseball team based in Sanford, Maine. The team, a member of the New England Collegiate Baseball League, plays their home games at Goodall Park. All home games start at 6:30pm unless otherwise indicated. Gates open at 5:30pm. Adults $5.00. Students/ Seniors — $3.00. Military (with valid ID) — $3.00.
Seashore Trolley Museum
195 Log Cabin Road, Kennebunkport trolleymuseum.org Seashore Trolley Museum is a historic railway, offering 25-minute scenic rides aboard restored antique electric streetcars. Seashore is the oldest and largest museum of its type in the world, and its restoration experts are consulted worldwide. Dozens of historic streetcars from around the world are on display in the exhibit barns. Visitors can take as many rides as they like on their one admission ticket - no per-ride charge.
Funtown Splashtown USA
774 Portland Road (Route 1), Saco funtownsplashtownusa.com As the largest family-themed water and amusement park in Northern New England, Funtown Splashtown attracts families from around the region. The park is home to such attractions as Excalibur - the largest wooden roller coaster in Northern New England, Dragon’s Descent the tallest thrill ride in Northern New England, Pirate’s Paradise - the largest AquaPlay slide complex in Maine, and Northern New England’s only Tornado water slide! For those less daring, the park offers milder attractions like the Antique Cars, Flying Trapeze, Grand Prix Racers and the ever-popular Astrosphere.
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Kennebunk Farmers’ Market
Lafayette Center 2 Storer Street, Kennebunk kennebunkfarmersmarket.org Situated alongside the Mousam River in the scenic and spacious parking lot behind Lafayette Center, The Kennebunk Farmers’ Market is open Saturdays 8am to 1pm, rain or shine. Since 1994 the Kennebunk Farmers’ Market has been offering the finest in local foods at a convenient downtown location. The market features almost 40 local farmers and other vendors with a diverse offering of vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, meats, dairy products, herbs, baked goods, potted plants, and specialty products.
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DAY Hikes Vaughan Woods Memorial Trail South Berwick, ME 1.5 miles / 1 hour Vaughan Woods Memorial Trail is a 1.5 mile loop trail located near South Berwick, Maine and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm Wells, ME 3.8 miles / 3 hours The trails have combination of forest, salt marsh, beach and pond ecosystems. The trails have several educational posting regarding the ecosystems of the plants and animals in each of these areas.
Mount Agamenticus Trail Cape Neddick, ME 1.5 miles / 1.5 hours Mount Agamenticus Trail is a 1.5 mile loop trail located near Cape Neddick, Maine that offers scenic views and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking & mountain biking and is accessible from April until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Saco Heath Preserve Trail Saco, ME 2 miles / 1.5 hours Saco Heath Preserve Trail is a 2 mile out and back trail located near Saco, Maine. The trail is good for all skill levels and primarily used for hiking.
Peary Mountain Brownfield, ME 2 miles / 2 hours This is an out-and-back hike to two peaks of Peary Mountain from which there are outstanding views within Maine as well as to the White Mountains of New Hampshire. 16
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2 Old Orchard Street, Old Orchard Beach oobpier.com Located downtown, The Pier is among the most photographed and recognizable features of Old Orchard Beach. It boosts five restaurants and five bars. Whether it’s an afternoon family outing where you desire a light meal and a cold beverage, or an evening filled with exciting live entertainment and dancing, The Pier has it. Be sure to treat yourself to some pier fries while taking in the scenery and fresh ocean air.
Wood Island Lighthouse Tours
Vine’s Landing, Biddeford Pool woodislandlighthouse.org The guided tour takes about 1 1/2 hours and is subject to Mother Nature and her weather and sea conditions. Tours are held in July and August. Wednesdays at 10am and 11am. Thursdays at 5pm and 6pm. Saturday at 11am and 12pm. The tower is open to those who wish to make the climb to the top, though only those who are 12 years and older are allowed up. Advanced reservations are required. Reservations may be made online through the website or by calling 207-200-4552. There is no charged admission for the tours, however there is a suggested donation of $15 per person and $8 for children that goes directly to the restoration of the lighthouse.
Museums of Old York
Lindsay Road, York oldyork.org Time stands still, but history comes to life at the Museums of Old York. This settlement in the heart York Village, among the earliest colonies, is a one of a kind collection of early American history, architecture, art and artifacts. At Old York, you will see and hear what life was like three centuries ago. The Museums consist of nine historic buildings including The Old Gaol, the nation’s oldest royal prison. Visitors can tour the Old Schoolhouse and Tavern - all tolled thirty seven period rooms are open for viewing throughout the museum property.
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PLACES TO SEE AND THINGS TO DO Ogunquit Playhouse
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Route 1, Ogunquit ogunquitplayhouse.org Known today as America’s Foremost Summer Theatre, The Ogunquit Playhouse is one of Southern Maine’s most important cultural landmarks, producing five Broadway musicals each summer season. For a complete list of show times, pricing and more information about the season, visit the website.
Saco Museum
Main Street, Saco dyerlibrarysacomuseum.org Located on Saco’s historic Main Street, the Saco Museum is a regional museum of fine and decorative arts and historic artifacts. It is the third oldest museum in Maine. The Saco Museum was founded in March of 1866 as the York Institute.
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Scenic Maine Waterfalls Angel Falls
Angel Falls, a 90-foot waterfall in western Maine’s Franklin County, is one of the most spectacular in the state. The closest town to the waterfall is Byron. From Byron, take Route 17 until you reach a short hiking trail marked by signs. The easy to moderate trail is 0.8 miles in length and leads through the woods to the waterfall. Give yourself 30 minutes to hike to the falls. Angel Falls is fed by Mountain Brook and tumbles 90 miles over a rocky cliff. The waterfall is also known as Angel Wings Falls because its water flow resembles an angel. Visit in June or July for the best hiking conditions and views of the waterfall.
Dunn Falls
Dunn Falls is a beautiful waterfall located near Andover in Oxford County. The upper falls is a 70-foot drop forming a horsetail and fans. The lower falls is a direct plunge, dropping 80 additional feet. There is a moderate difficulty 2 mile loop leading past the falls. This loop includes part of the Appalachian Trail, small pools suitable as swimming holes, and six smaller waterfalls. The trail is accessible from Andover Road and is marked by white blazes. Dunn Falls is best viewed from July through October, when water flow is the greatest.
Grand Falls
Although Grand Falls is not as tall as other waterfalls in Maine, its immense 120-foot breadth and enormous water flow makes it live up to its name. From The Forks, travel 3 miles north on U.S. Route 201 until you reach Lower Enchanted Road. Turn left on this dirt road and continue for 14 miles. An easy 0.8 mile trail leads to the waterfall, which is 40 feet high. The falls are beautiful year-round, with the heaviest water flow during spring runoff. Swimming is prohibited at this waterfall. Simply enjoy its power, thundering noise, and fresh spray.
Gulf Hagas
Gulf Hagas is located in remote Piscataquis County. Access the trail to the waterfall from the parking area in Hay Brook. The trail is an 8.6-mile loop, making it appropriate as a day hike for experienced hikers. To begin, you must cross the West Branch of the Pleasant River, which is approximately 150 feet across and knee deep. Beware of the swifter current and high water levels during the spring. Pick up a map at a gas station or North Maine Woods checkpoint to ensure that you correctly follow the trail. The area features four named waterfalls, dozens of smaller unnamed falls, a gorge called “The Grand Canyon of Maine,” two rivers, and a variety of swimming holes. Enjoy swimming at the base of the falls for a cool, relaxing end to your hike. 20
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Houston Brook Falls
Houston Brook Falls, located in Somerset County near Pleasant Ridge, is a broad 32-foot waterfall with horsetails and plunges. The Houston Brook cascades over beautiful rocks to form this scenic waterfall. Follow Carry Pond Road southeast from Pleasant Ridge until you see a sign advertising the falls. There is an easy 0.25-mile trail leading to the waterfall. There are several excellent swimming locations at the bottom of the falls. Be careful when scrambling across the rocks, which become very slippery because of the mist. Views of the waterfall are best in the morning from May to October.
Katahdin Stream Falls
Katahdin Stream Falls, located in Baxter State Park, is a magnificent cascading waterfall. It is accessible by a moderate 2.4 mile hike. To access the waterfall, enter Baxter State Park at Togue Pond Gate. Continue 7 miles to Katahdin Stream. There is a nearby campground if you want to stay overnight. Autumn is one of the best times to visit this waterfall, because the surrounding woods are awash in color.
Moxie Falls
Moxie Falls is one of the longest single drops in Maine, with a plunge of over 90 feet. The waterfall is fed by Moxie Stream and is located in Moxie Gore Township. To get to the falls, take Route 15 south from Greenville, turning right at Shirley Village and continuing for 12 miles. Turn left onto Moxie Road and follow the signs to the parking area. The trail to Moxie Falls is an easy 0.6-mile hike. To get to the best swimming holes, you must scramble over rocks approximately 100 feet downstream from the waterfall.
Screw Auger Falls
Screw Auger Falls is located in Grafton Notch State Park. This 30-foot waterfall forms a lovely streaming cascade that makes for breathtaking photographs. Fed by the Bear River, the waterfall is handicap accessible via a 0.1 mile path. The area has picnic tables, ample parking, and bathrooms. Swimming and wading at the base of the falls is permitted.
Smalls Falls
Smalls Falls is located just south of Rangeley and is popular for its beautiful waterfall, excellent swimming holes, and scenic gorge. The gorge features amazing colored walls, with beige, orange, brown, gold, ivory, green, and black rock. Enjoy the bathrooms, fire pits, and picnic tables after your easy 5-minute hike to the waterfall. Smalls Falls has a 54-foot drop with numerous cascades.
Step Falls
Step Falls does not offer a dramatic plunge like some of Maine’s other waterfalls, but it gradually descends over 250 feet. Its long chain of cascades and horsetails creates a beautiful, misty water flow. The waterfalls offers dozens of smaller pools with excellent wading and swimming opportunities. To get to Step Falls, take Route 26 northwest from Newry until you see signs for Step Falls Preserve. Follow the moderate 0.6-mile trail, which takes approximately 20 minutes to hike. Step Falls is most scenic from May to October.
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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS Standish Summer Spectacular
175 Northeast Road, Standish standishsummerspectacular.com
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Thursday, June 25th Saturday, June 27th The Standish Summer Spectacular takes place in all three villages that make up the Town of Standish (Steep Falls, Sebago Lake Station and Standish Corner District). This three day event includes a BBQ, live music, pancake breakfast, community marketplace, parade and much more.
Greek Festival
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Thursday, June 25th Saturday, June 27th This spectacular three-day Greek Festival is a wonderful family event that each year draws more than 10,000 visitors. Along with the exquisite Greek cuisine, there will be live music and traditional dancing. Guests will dine on exceptional Greek food, cooked the oldfashioned way by hard-working members of the Holy Trinity parish, using authentic Greek recipes, allnatural ingredients and lots of tender, loving care.
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Saturday, June 27th The day begins with a parade and is filled with food, entertainment and great family fun. The day ends with a spectacular fireworks show.
Liberty Festival Veterans Park, Lewiston
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The annual Liberty Festival celebrates the nation’s independence with food, fun and fireworks. Festivities along the banks of the Androscoggin River.
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Moxie Festival Downtown Lisbon Falls moxiefestival.com
Friday, July 10th Sunday, July 12th In 1885, Moxie was a patented medicine called Moxie Nerve Food, and now, after a few formula changes, Moxie is Maine’s official soft drink. Join Moxie lovers from Maine, the US and abroad at the one and only Moxie Festival.
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Eartha The World’s Largest Rotating and Revolving Globe
Bethel. A wide variety of dealers from Maine and across the United States will be on hand to display their outstanding specimens, jewelry, gem rough and other favorites.
Founder’s Day & Classic Car Exhibit
Hannibal Hamlin Drive, Paris Hill hamlin.lib.me.us
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Packards, Duesenbergs, Stutz Bearcats, vintage race cars, a Tucker, Thomas Flyer and many others are part of the 60 vehicle private collection of Robert & Sandra Bahre that will be on display in historic Paris Hill. Visitors can enjoy live music, purchase bag lunches and a variety of tasty treats. Wander through the craft fair where a wide variety of items will be on sale. Admission to car exhibit is $10 for adults and $2 for children 12 and under. Proceeds benefit the Hamlin Memorial Library & Museum.
Yarmouth Clam Festival Main Street, Yarmouth clamfestival.com
Friday, July 17th Sunday, July 19th The 50th annual Yarmouth Clam Festival is Maine’s great summer family festival! Some of the weekend activities include: A long and hilarious parade, spectacular fireworks, clam shucking contests, a firefighter’s muster, road, kayak, and bike races, a pancake breakfast, concerts, and, of course, a delicious
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Casco Days
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Thursday, July 23rd Saturday, July 25th A tradition of fun for 80 years, Casco Days is one of Maine’s oldest and most festive community events. Casco Days is full of activities, entertainment, and the ever exciting midway!
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Picnic Music+Arts Festival Lincoln Park, Portland picnicportland.com
Saturday, August 1st This juried indie craft fair will be held outdoors at Lincoln Park on Congress and Franklin Streets. The festival will run from 11am to 6pm, rain or shine. The Picnic Music+Arts Festival will feature 28
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over 100 vendors selling clothing, jewelry, prints, accessories, bags, plush, stationery, photography, housewares, fine art, vintage goods, and more. There will be live music all day, plus tasty food to eat.
Great Falls Balloon Festival
Simard-Payne Memorial Park, Lewiston Festival Plaza, Auburn
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Friday, August 21st Sunday, August 23rd Based at Simard-Payne Memorial Park in Lewiston—with additional entertainment and food offerings at Festival Plaza in Auburn—the festival attracts approximately 100,000 visitors throughout the weekend. The Androscoggin River
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Riverbank Park, Westbrook facebook.com/mainemarket This is a new weekly event being held by the Westbrook-Gorham Chamber of Commerce and will be held every Saturday from July 11th to September 26th from 8am - 2pm. Come shop for many items from Maine Artists, enjoy some local food, listen to great music and watch a variety of entertainment!
Bug Light Movie Series
Bug Light Park, South Portland portlandregion.com Enjoy movies under the stars and by the sea, at one of the area’s most spectacular locations. Movies will be shown on Thursdays - July 9, 16, 23 and 30 and August 6 & 13 - and begin just after sunset.
Falmouth Nature Preserve
Foreside Road, Falmouth falmouthme.org The 76-acre preserve is located on Route 88 (Foreside Road) about 0.7 miles south of Town Landing Market. The entrance to the parking lot is marked by a small white sign with the letter “FNP” and is 0.3 miles north of the bridge over Mill Creek, just past 176 Foreside Road. The Falmouth Nature Preserve can be a little hard to find, but once you make your way in you will want to visit frequently. The park welcomes
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Portland Museum of Art
7 Congress Square, Portland portlandmuseumofart.org Discover three centuries of art and Casco Bay Lines architecture at the Portland Museum 56 Commercial Street, Portland of Art. Explore the Museum’s cascobaylines.com collection of fine and decorative Year round ferry, cruise and charter service. Servicing the Islands of arts housed in three architecturally Peaks, Little Diamond, Great significant buildings. Experience the Diamond, Diamond Cove, Long, artistic heritage of Maine and the Chebeague and Cliff. Summer only United States through the work of Service to Bailey Island. Casco Bay world-class artists.
Choose an adventure to fit your style. Casco Bay Lines offers scenic cruises to the islands off Portland’s shore–choices range from a family outing to a romantic dinner get-away. Bring your bike, kayak, or walking shoes. Explore the islands. There truly is something for everybody!
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BEACHES Crescent Beach Route 77, Cape Elizabeth, ME Crescent Beach State Park is located about eight miles south of Portland in picturesque Cape Elizabeth. Sandy oceanfront beaches, saltwater coves, wooded areas, and rock ledges provide seashore recreation for beachgoers, fishing and watersports enthusiasts, and nature observers. The park's signature feature and namesake is a mile-long, crescent-shaped beach ideal for strolling and sunbathing, where relatively warm waters and light surf make swimming and boating a pleasure.
Tassel Top Beach Route 302, Raymond, ME Tassel Top Beach is situated on 35 acres on the east shore of Sebago Lake. A stand of mature pines and hardwoods grace the entrance to the park and the park road leads you to a graveled parking lot. A short walk brings you to over 900 feet of sandy beach, one of the best beach areas on Sebago Lake. The beach has a secured swimming area marked by buoys; however there is no lifeguard supervision. The beach area has many picnic tables, outdoor grills and changing rooms are also available for your convenience. Tassel Top offers a fully stocked Snack Shack.
Scarborough Beach Blackpoint Rd, Scarborough, ME There’s more than a mile of white sand at Scarborough Beach State Park on the ocean side of Prouts Neck in Scarborough. Beach goers will enjoy plenty of room to stretch out and relax in the sun, take a refreshing swim, and comb the beach for seashells. Lifeguards are on duty during the peak summer season. A concession stand known as The Shack offers snacks and cold drinks, and rents beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards. Showers and toilets are available. Pets are not allowed on the beach in summer. There is parking for 285 cars on site and another 125 just off site, but these can fill up early so plan accordingly.
East End Beach Eastern Promenade Trl, Portland, ME After a morning of shopping in Portland's Old Port, go for a dip at the East End Beach, Portland's only public beach. At the bottom of the hills of the Eastern Promenade, this beach, though a bit pebbly, is the ideal place to take in the panorama of Casco Bay. Sailboats from the local marina breeze in and out of the harbor, and the islands of the bay are in full view. If you're lucky, you may catch a seal in the distance, clumsily maneuvering its way onto the shores a smallGuide patch to of all land or rock. The Rowe Auto Group of Summer things Maine - 2015 39
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DAY Hikes Bradbury Mountain State Park Pownal, ME 1.3 miles / 0.75 hour Bradbury Mountain State Park offers an easy to moderate 1.3 mile loop trail located near Pownal, Maine that features views, forests and exposed balds. The park offers many activities and is accessible year-round. Dogs are permissible on leash. Admission fee.
Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park Freeport, ME 2.6 miles / 3 hours Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park is a 2.6 mile loop trail located near Freeport, Maine that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Step Falls Preserve Trail Newry, ME 1.5 miles / 1.5 hours Step Falls Preserve Trail is a 1.5 mile out and back trail located near Newry, Maine and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible from May until October.
Libby Hill Forest Trails Gray, ME 6 miles / 1.5 hours Libby Hill Forest Trails consists of over 6 miles of multipurpose recreational trails in Gray, ME. It offers the chance to see wildlife & is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
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Deering Oaks Park + Monument Square, Portland portlandmainefarmersmarket.org The Portland Farmers’ Market offers high quality, delicious foods and agricultural products, harvested fresh and sold direct to you by Maine farmers. Market open through November. Saturdays at Deering Oaks Park from 7am to 1pm. Wednesdays in Monument Square from 7am to 1pm. Visit more than 35 Maine farmers in one stop! From artichokes to zucchini, if you can grow it in Maine, you’ll probably find it here in season and fresh! Also eggs, meat, cheese, milk, ferments, flowers, fibers, honey, tempeh, and more! Farm products exclusively.
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Friday, June 19th Sunday, June 21st St. John’s Annual Bazaar is a long-time tradition providing a fun family experience featuring games, entertainment, horseshoe tournament, raffles, food, giant yard sale, and much more. Admission is free.
Pirate Rendezvous
Main Street, Damariscotta
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Time to be dustin’ off that cutlass and eye patch. The Mystic Pirates o’ the Damariscotta will rise again! From buccaneers to belly dancers, re-enactors from throughout the New England area will converge in Lincoln County to participate in the annual Damariscotta River Pirate Rendezvous, a fundraiser for Lincoln County non-profits.
Bath Heritage Days Downtown Bath bathheritagedays.com
Thursday, July 2nd Sunday, July 5th Activities include a carnival, arts and crafts shows, art in the park, strawberry shortcake sale, shipbuilders triathlon, parade, big fireworks finale, and much more.
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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS North Atlantic Blues Festival
Public Landing, Rockland
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The North Atlantic Blues Festival is an annual two-day blues music festival featuring national blues performers and considered one of the most prestigious on the East Coast. In addition to all day live entertainment, the festival has vendors selling a wide array of food, drinks and crafts. Saturday evening Main Street is closed to traffic for the NABF Club Crawl. Attendees of legal age, wearing their wristband from the festival are allowed free admission to the many bars and
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Hermione Voyage to Castine
Summer Hours 9am-7pm 536 Old Bath Road US Rt 1 Wiscasset ME
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Tuesday, July 14th Wednesday, July 15th Twenty years ago, a small group in France began discussing the idea of constructing an exact replica of the frigate Hermione, the vessel on which the Marquis de Lafayette embarked for the colonies in 1780 to bring word of French military support to the colonists during the American Revolutionary war. With construction now complete she has been deemed the most authentically built tall ship in the last 150 years. Her voyage from France is currently underway and she will arrive in Castine for the celebration of Bastille Day, July 14th, 2015. Don’t miss your opportunity to visit the top deck of the ship, see the exquisite workmanship firsthand, and meet the captain and his crew on Wednesday, July 15th! Tickets to board and visit the top deck of Hermione are available online. The weekend will be filled with workshops, storytelling, and swashbuckling nautical films around the Town Common; historical and maritime lectures at the Maine Maritime Academy; and Revolutionary War reenactments at Fort George.
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uccwiscasset.org Saturday, July 25th Music by a ragtime band, a Scottish piper, a barbershop quartet or a guitar-playing college student may fill the air. Crafts made by the Organ Society ladies are for sale as well as jumbles, treasures, plants, baked goods, wood products and toys. The Uncommon Cafe serves hamburgers, hotdogs and sandwiches. Children’s events and the annual dog show and parade round out the day’s activities.
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Tuesday, August 4th Sunday, August 9th The Topsham Fair (at the Topsham Fairgrounds) features agricultural exhibits, animal pulling events, 4-H, crafts, midway and harness racing.
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International Homecoming Festival Downtown Calais
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Wednesday, August 5th Sunday, August 9th International Homecoming Festival began in 1974 and continues to bring home family and friends to celebrate the friendship between the two international communities of St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Canada and Calais, Maine, USA. During the
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Taste of Waterville Downtown Waterville
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DeltaAmbulance.org. This event features a full day of food and fun in the streets of downtown Waterville! The Taste supports local restaurants by showcasing their Augusta: 623.4900 | Waterville: 861.4244 fare with a day-long family festival. DeltaAmbulance.org Free shuttles are available from Elm Plaza on Upper Main Street and the large church parking lot at 250 Kennedy Memorial Drive courtesy of Races. Visitors can park at Bristol Central Maine Motors. Consolidated School’s side parking lot or Pemaquid Beach. Shuttle Olde Bristol Days service provided by Bodwell Motors. Colonial Pemaquid Old Fort Grounds Belfast Harbor Fest New Harbor Heritage Park, Belfast oldebristoldays.org
Wednesday, August 12th Sunday, August 16th Event will feature a colorful parade, food and craft vendors, music, plus the perennial favorite: Pete Collins and his jazz band. On Saturday night, the skies will light up with the annual fireworks display at Pemaquid Beach. And, on Sunday, all eyes will be on Pemaquid Harbor for the Merritt Brackett Lobster Boat 50
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This 3-day event includes all sorts of fun activities on the Belfast waterfront including the Bug Run 5K, Cardboard Boat Challenge, Classic Small Boat Show, children’s activities, National Boatbuilding Challenge, blueberry pancake breakfast and much more!
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DAY Hikes Morse Mountain Phippsburg, ME 3.5 miles / 3 hours Morse Mountain is a 3.5 mile out and back trail located near Phippsburg, Maine that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round.
Rockland Breakwater Rockland, ME 2 miles / 0.5 hour Built in 1899. Helps keep Rockland Harbor calm. Historical Lighthouse at the end.
Mount Pisgah Fire Trail Winthrop, ME 2 miles / 2 hours This trail climbs a small mountain with a fire tower atop and a tremendous view. On a clear day, one can see Mount Washington in New Hampshire, several dozen miles away. It is a fire road, but there are other single tracks along the route. There are steep and muddy portions along the route.
Mount Battie Trail Camden, ME 0.5 mile / 0.5 hour The Mount Battie Trail offers a relatively short, but very rewarding hike up the south-facing side of the mountain. Although there are some steep pitches, and a bit of scrambling through rock and ledge areas is required, the view over Camden and the islands dotting Penobscot Bay makes this climb well worth the effort. Ascending the stone tower on Mount Battie's 780' summit further enhances the opportunity to soak in the 360-degree panorama.
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BEACHES Damariscotta Lake State Park Road, Jefferson, ME Enjoy picnicking and swimming at one of Midcoast Maine's most popular day use parks located on beautiful Damariscotta Lake in Jefferson. Damariscotta Lake State Park is a short drive from the state's capitol, Augusta. A large freshwater lake with a sandy beach provide a relaxing location for beach goers. Picnic tables and grills are available for this popular summertime activity. The group picnic shelter at this park is equipped with electricity, running water and a group grill. To reserve the group shelter during the summer months, contact the park staff. Visitors will want to arrive early on warm summer days as parking is limited.
Thomas Point Beach Meadow Road, Brunswick, ME Beautiful Thomas Point Beach, just off Route 24 in Brunswick, has much more to offer than just a day in the sun! Thomas Point Beach offers individuals, families, and groups of all sizes, a variety of exciting summer happenings. Here you will find a clean, sandy beach on tidal water overlooking relaxing Thomas Bay. Open 9am until sunset. Admission charged.
Popham Beach Perkins Farm Lane, Phippsburg, ME Bordering the south side of the mouth of the Kennebec River, Popham Beach State Park is truly one of Maine's rare geologic landforms that features a long stretch of sand beach. Sunbathers relaxing on Popham's sands can see Fox and Wood islands offshore, and the Kennebec and Morse rivers border each end of the beach. Visitors can walk to Fox Island at low tide, but are warned to pay attention to the rising tides not to get marooned. The rolling Atlantic surf draws thousands of swimmers and surfers alike, and shell collecting is a pasttime of many a sea side stroller. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months, but beachgoers should note that this is a strong surf beach with undertows and occasional rip tides. Swimmers should swim within their abilities and near the lifeguard.
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Protected scenic stretch of sand located near Owls Head on your way to Rockland with great views of the ocean and islands. This beautiful Maine State Park offers parking off of Ballyhac Road on Birch Point State Park Road, as well as a generous sandy beach, and picnic area, with restroom facilities. A very quiet area for those looking for a peaceful to relax. No lifeguards. The Rowe Auto Group Summerarea Guide to all things Maine - 2015
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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS Machias Wild Blueberry Festival
one-day Highland Games in New England. With a wide variety of Scottish activities to enjoy including; Center Street, Machias world class athletes, youth athletics, machiasblueberry.com massed Pipe band performances and competitions, dog trials, over Friday, August 14th 60 clan tents, Scottish organizations Saturday, August 15th and vendors to enjoy. Harper circle, The Downeast region of Maine dance competitions, Clan & Famly produces roughly 85% of the world’s information tent, souvenir sales blueberries. The festival features tent, Scottish Arts & Crafts, Parade baking and pie eating contests, over of the Tartans. Entertainment by 200 craft booths, parade, foot races, various groups, fiddle and harp a blueberry musical comedy and a workshops, and much, much more. variety of musical entertainment.
Brunswick Outdoor Art Festival
Great State of Maine Air Show
Naval Air Station, Brunswick
Maine Street, Brunswick
greatstateofmaineairshow.us Saturday, September 5th Sunday, September 6th
Stroll along Maine’s widest Maine Street and Town Green in Downtown Brunswick, while taking in the works of art - varying from painting to sculpture to photography and fine crafts. Dozens of interactive demo artisans and specialty food vendors will set up on the Town Mall. Throughout the day there will be live music on two stages, performance artists, face painting, craft projects and activities for kids and families. FREE admission!
The Great State of Maine Air Show returns! Come to Brunswick for an exciting weekend at the Great State of Maine Air Show, featuring the US Navy Blue Angels and more. Explore static displays and exhibits, and enjoy activities for the whole family. For more info on this thrilling, family-friendly event, and to purchase tickets visit the website.
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Maine Highland Games & Scottish Festival 54 Elm Street, Topsham
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BEACHES Lamoine Beach Lamoine Beach Rd, Hancock, ME Lamoine is a popular half mile beach for swimming with beautiful views of Acadia National Parks on Mount Desert Island and Cadillac Mountain. The Lamoine State Park nearby offers outdoor grills, hot showers, picnic tables, campsites and restrooms. Not only is parking available at the State Park, but there is also a boat ramp and docking as well. Parking can be found at the end of Lamoine Beach Road.
Wadsworth Cove Beach Back Shore Rd, Castine, ME This beach protected by the gentle flow of the Penobscot River provides a gentle surf and pebbly sand, with parking on the beach/street. This beach is well suited for children with its sunny exposure and gentle slope. Outhouse on site. It's truly a delightful sunset on this western exposure beach on Wadsworth Cove. Visitors can also visit the nearby Fort Pentagoet or Castine's Golf Club. Look for this beach on Back Shore Road off Route 166.
Sand Beach Park Loop Road, Bar Harbor, ME This famous beach, part of Acadia National Park, is small but stunning, surrounded by granite rock walls with an ideal southern exposure and views to sea. The sand is made from crushed shells, a result of the pounding surf. The water temperature at Sand Beach is chilly, 50-55 degrees, in prime summer. Visit Acadia's Sand Beach on your Park Loop Drive from Bar Harbor to Thunder Hole and Otter Cliffs.
Roque Bluffs Schoppee Point Road, Roque Bluffs, ME
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Roque Bluffs State Park provides visitors with a great diversity of coastal landscapes to enjoy in 274 acres on Schoppee Point (south of Machias). A beautiful, half-mile crescent of sand and pebbles along Englishman Bay is backed by the shallow waters of 60-acre Simpson Pond - allowing for bracing saltwater swims and much warmer fresh water soaks. Between the beach and the pond are several picnic areas and a children's play area adjoining the parking area. A 6-mile trail network just inland from the shore leads through old orchards, fields and woods, with paths that follow the rocky shores of Great Cove and Pond Cove. The diverse habitats at Roque Bluffs State Park support abundant wildlife, and bird watchers enjoy interesting sightings at all seasons. The Rowe Auto Group Summer Guide to all things Maine - 2015
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Maine Street, Brunswick brunswickfarmersmarket.com The Brunswick Farmers’ Market runs on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8am to 2pm. (May through November) at the Mall on Maine Street.
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Nervous Nellie’s Jams and Jellies
598 Sunshine Road, Deer Isle nervousnellies.com Nervous Nellie’s is a one-of-a-kind Bowdoin College place on Deer Isle on the coast of Museum of Art Maine. You can purchase homemade 9400 College Station, Brunswick jams, jellies, and chutneys that are bowdoin.edu/art-museum absolutely delicious and often made One of the oldest college art museums with local ingredients. There’s also in the nation, the Bowdoin College a cafe that is open seasonally, but Museum of Art contains more than you can stop by and purchase the 15,000 objects from ancient times jams and jellies even if the cafe is to the present. Fourteen state-of-the- closed.The real charm of the place art galleries feature both rotating comes from the original sculptures The Rowe Auto Group Summer Guide to all things Maine - 2015
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Viles Arboretum
153 Hospital Street, Augusta vilesarboretum.org The Viles Arboretum features a plant collection numbering in the thousands, 6 miles of trails covering 224 acres of woods, fields and wetlands, and a visitors center with meeting and conference space. The grounds of the Arboretum are open 7 days a week from dawn to dusk at no charge. Donations to help defray the costs of upkeep are welcome. The trail system provides year-round collections access, hiking, jogging, bird and other wildlife watching, non-motorized biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. Picnicking is permitted, however, there are no trash receptacles; please carry out what you carry in. Pets are allowed, but they must be leashed at all times. Owners must pick up and remove all pet waste from the grounds.
Landmark, built in 1754, is the oldest surviving wooden French & Indian War era garrison in North America. Experience the past through public tours of the fort, store and house guided by historic interpreters in period dress.
Fort Knox State Historic Site & Penobscot Narrows Observatory
740 Fort Knox Road, Prospect fortknox.maineguide.com The Fort Knox State Historic Site and new Penobscot Narrows Observatory are outstanding examples of 19th and 21st Century engineering marvels. Fort Knox is one of the best-preserved Civil War-era forts. This massive granite fortification overlooks the Penobscot River and is rich with interpretive displays. The new Penobscot Narrows Observatory allows visitors to ride an elevator 420 feet above the Penobscot River, for 100-mile panoramic views of the Penobscot River Valley. The Observatory tops the awardwinning, cable-stayed Penobscot Narrows Bridge, constructed to replace the Waldo-Hancock Bridge.
Camden Hills State Park
280 Belfast Road, Camden maine.gov Camden Hills State Park signature Old Fort Western location is the scenic vista high atop 16 Cony Street, Augusta Mt. Battie where sweeping views oldfortwestern.org of Camden, Penobscot Bay, and Old Fort Western National Historic surrounding islands await. On a 58
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DAY Hikes Jordan Pond Shore Trail Mt. Desert, ME 3.2 miles / 3 hours Jordan Pond Shore Trail is a 3.2 mile loop trail located near Mt Desert, Maine that features a lake. The trail is good for all skill levels and primarily used for hiking & road biking. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Peaked Mountain Trail Eddington, ME 3.8 miles / 1 hour Peaked Mountain Trail is a 3.8 mile out and back trail located near Eddington, Maine that features a great forest setting. The trail is good for all skill levels offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Ship Harbor Trail Southwest Harbor, ME 1.3 miles / 1 hour Ship Harbor Trail is a 1.3 mile loop trail located near Southwest Harbor, Maine that offers the chance to see wildlife. The trail is good for all skill levels and primarily used for hiking.
Great Pond Mountain Orland, ME 1.8 miles / 1 hour Great Pond Mountain is a 1.8 mile out and back trail located near Orland, Maine. The trail is good for all skill levels and primarily used for hiking.
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PLACES TO SEE AND THINGS TO DO clear day, visitors can see Cadillac Mountain at Acadia National Park. Mt. Megunticook, the highest of the Camden Hills - and highest peak on the mainland - is a moderate climb by foot trail. Other hiking opportunities abound and are wellmapped.
lovers of all ages. Merryspring is a Mid-Coast destination for hikers, picnickers, birdwatchers, gardeners, naturalists, artists, photographers, snowshoers and cross-country skiers. Visitors are invited to explore over four miles of trails, a ten-acre arboretum and professionally designed theme Maine Lighthouse gardens. Merryspring also offers a full calendar of educational classes, Museum workshops, lectures and children’s 1 Park Drive, Rockland activities. Amenities include free, mainelighthousemuseum.com on-site parking and Nature Center The Maine Lighthouse Museum (open Tue-Fri) that houses a gift (MLM) is the proud home of shop, horticulture library and the largest collection of Fresnel public restroom. lighthouse lenses and the most important landmark collection Owls Head of lighthouse artifacts and Coast Transportation Guard memorabilia in the United Museum States. The museum has just merged the spectacular lighthouse 117 Museum Street, Owls Head collection from the former Museum ohtm.org of Lighthouse History of Wells with the MLM exhibits. The two The Owls Head Transportation collections are now on display and Museum has one of the finest marvelously compliment each other. collections of pioneer-era aircraft The museum is now open Monday and automobiles in the world. through Friday from 9am to 5pm; More than 100 historic aircraft, Saturday and Sunday from 10am to automobiles, bicycles, carriages and 4pm. Admission is $5.00 for adults. engines are on permanent display. The Aircraft Collection contains Children are free. replicas and originals representing the first century of flight, from Merryspring Cayley’s unmanned glider (1804) Nature Center to the legendary Curtiss Jenny of the 30 Conway Road, Camden barnstorming era. An outstanding merryspring.org collection of automobiles spans Merryspring is a non-profit, the late 19th Century and early privately-owned park and 20th century, from the recently education center. The grounds are refurbished 1908 Stanley K Semiopen to the public every day, year- Racer to a 1935 Stout Scarab (called round, free of charge. The park’s the world’s first mini-van, one of 66 acres are a paradise for nature only six ever made). 60
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Waterville Benefit for Children’s Home June 11-14 Downtown Portland Old Port Fest June 11-14 Old Town Benefit for Booster’s Club June 18-21 Boothbay Windjammer Days June 24-27 Houlton Houlton Fair July 2-5 Bath Bath Heritage Days July 2-5 Harrison Old Home Days July 9-11 Yarmouth Yarmouth Clam Festival July 15-19 Rockland Lobster Festival July 29-August 2 Augusta Augusta Festival August 6-9 Skowhegan Skowhegan State Fair August 13-22 Dover Foxcroft Piscataquis County Fair August 27-30 Blue Hill Blue Hill Fair September 3-7 Oxford Oxford County Fair September 16-19 Farmington Franklin County Fair September 20-26 Fryeburg Fryeburg Fair October 4-11
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4 Union Street, Rockland maineeasternrailroad.com Maine Eastern Railroad is a fullsize passenger excursion train with round trip service between Brunswick and Rockland. With stops in Bath and Wiscasset, Maine Eastern passengers ride in comfort and style in fully restored, climatecontrolled, art deco vintage railroad coaches. 33 bridges and trestles, more than a hundred curves and an unlimited amount of scenery, woods and water views in the 57-mile trip in one direction.
Sardine History Museum
34 Mason Bay Road, Jonesport mainesardinemuseum.tripod.com The Maine Coast Sardine History Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the Maine sardine industry from its beginning in 1875 up to the present time. The museum contains numerous pictures, original letterheads, billheads, tins and labels as well as a variety of machines and much more. Knowledgeable staff members are on hand to answer questions. Souvenirs, books on the sardine industry, the local area and other items are available for purchase in the museum store.
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Raye’s Mustard Mill Museum
83 Washington Street, Eastport rayesmustard.com The Raye family has been grinding mustard in Eastport since 1900 in what is now a museum. It is the last mill in the country grinding mustard using the old stone process. Visitors are welcome to view the mill, browse the Maine products shop and enjoy a light lunch or snack from the “Mustard Shed.”
Joshua L. Chamberlain Museum
Maine & Potter Street, Brunswick pejepscothistorical.org The museum celebrates Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, the Civil War General, hero of the Battle of Gettysburg and other engagements, past Governor of Maine and former President of Bowdoin College. The museum includes a collection of Chamberlain artifacts from the Civil War. The museum is open for guided tours from Memorial Day in May to Columbus Day in October. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Sunday, 1pm – 4pm. Tours leave on the hour. Admission Prices: Adults $8.50. Children 6 to 16 $4. Children under 5 free. Tours leave on the hour, the last tour leaves at 3pm. No photography or filming is allowed inside the museum.
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