Before “Gone Girl” and “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” there was “The Silence of the Lambs” — the psychological thriller that redefined women in crime films. Lincoln Theater in Damariscotta invites audiences to revisit this Oscar-winning masterpiece on the big screen, followed by a discussion with Screen Thoughts film critic Christine Merser, at 6 p.m. […]
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Conservation group looking for volunteers for horseshoe crab count
Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is seeking volunteers for a long-standing community science program that collects data on horseshoe crab populations in the Damariscotta River estuary. Horseshoe crabs will soon be arriving at the shores of estuary to lay their eggs. A volunteer training session will be from 3-5 p.m. next Friday, April 18, in the […]
This week, check out John Cariani’s latest play, a Taylor Swift tribute, ‘The Fault in Our Stars’ author John Green
See Austria-based chamber music ensemble the Minetti Quartet in Camden and a screening of ‘The Silence of the Lambs’ in Damariscotta.
‘Beauty of nature’ inspires new solo exhibition at River Arts
River Arts in Damariscotta is showing a new solo exhibition, “On the Edge” by Beth Downey, from April 3-23 in the River Room. There will be a public opening reception from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Downey’s bold, colorful paintings are inspired by the vibrant natural landscapes she has called home — from the lush […]
Windsor artist to host talk on ‘the creative spectacle’ at Damariscotta gallery
Artist David Peloquin will host a talk and open discussion at River Arts in Damariscotta at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 30. “Musings on the Creative Spectacle” is free to attend. Peloquin, of Windsor, will explore three major themes: the nature of art, the process of making art and the role of the viewer. Artists, writers, […]
Lincoln County businesses invited to free website-building class
Lincoln County-area businesses are invited to register for a free, five-week class to learn how to build or update their websites. “Build Your Business Website” is presented by New Ventures Maine in partnership with Empower by GoDaddy and Lincoln County Regional Planning Commission. The online/in-person classes are from 3-4:30 p.m. on Thursdays from April 3 […]
Take a trip to the 17th century as a historical association volunteer
Lincoln County Historical Association Education Department is looking for volunteers in its partnership activities at Colonial Pemaquid and numerous in-school and special events programs. Volunteers will discover, learn and share the essence of the 17th century in Lincoln County. Louise Miller, director of the LCHA Education Department, invites interested individuals to contact her to learn […]
Belfast artist featured in Lincoln Theater’s ‘Talking Art in Maine’ series
Damariscotta’s historic Lincoln Theater welcomes its next guest in the “Talking Art in Maine” series, John Moore, at 7 p.m. on April 3. Series host, artist Emily Sabino, and Moore will discuss his art, his creative process, and the stories and inspirations behind the canvas. Moore, based out of Belfast, is a celebrated contemporary realist […]
Damariscotta boutique opens second location on Main Street
Beal House, formerly known as Weatherbird, recently opened a second location at 153 Main St. in Damariscotta. Beal House Annex brings the business’s carefully curated boutique collection — including women’s clothing, jewelry and accessories — to the heart of downtown. The new Main Street space, previously home to Se Vende, became available last fall, and […]
Midcoast fishermen warn of ‘destructive’ end to Maine Sea Grant
Aquaculture farmers from Westport Island to Biddeford warn that the Trump administration’s decision to cut federal funding will harm Maine’s working waterfront, though Sen. Susan Collins announced Wednesday that the terms were being negotiated.