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HARPSWELL — The annual Cundy’s Harbor Days start today and run through Sunday, featuring a wide array of family-friendly events.

An ice cream social, with a special event planned by the Harpswell Historical Society, kicks off the celebration from 6-7:30 p.m. tonight at the Cundy’s Harbor Library.

On Saturday, Aug. 2, the Fisherman’s 5K walk/run gets things going, with check-in and registration from 7:30-8 a.m. at the Cundy’s Harbor Community Hall. Pre-registration is $12 and can be completed by emailing Meriel Longely at mare6m@gmail.com or calling Sue Hawkes at 725-8468; registration cost is $15 on race day.

The celebration’s parade will start at 10 a.m., leaving from the pond area and continuing down to Holbrook’s Store. It will include antique and old autos, floats, and other surprises such as the dancing entertainment at the end of the parade. Then, see the show on the lawn at Holbrook’s at 11 a.m. after the parade. If anyone, group or organization would like to participate, contact Barbara Burns at 721-0271.

The Cundy’s Harbor Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary luncheon will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the proceeds to benefit the fire department. Lunch options are comprised of an overstuffed lobster roll for $12, homemade chicken salad roll for $8, or hot dogs for $4, and include chips, drink and a homemade cookie.

The afternoon will conclude with the Blindman’s Dinghy Race followed by the Lobster Crate Races at 2 p.m. at Holbrook’s Wharf. Anyone is welcome to participate in either event, at their own risk. Also on Saturday, handmade crafts will be available for purchase from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Church of the Nazarene parking lot. Anyone interested in participating, contact Laura Darling at 522-0704.

The weekend will wrap up on Sunday, Aug. 3, with the Blessing of the Fleet at 8 a.m. at Watson’s Store on the wharf. All fishing vessels and boats are welcome to participate as Pastor Veronica Gonsior reads a passage blessing each craft.



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