River Arts will showcase the artwork of John Otterbein in a solo show, “The Whimsical Side,” in the River Room from April 24 through May 14. There will be an opening reception with the artist from 204 p.m. Saturday, April 26. Known for his imaginative and whimsical approach, “The Whimsical Side” celebrates Otterbein’s playful humor […]
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River Arts features contemporary art exhibition and installed show
River Arts in Damariscotta recently opened a contemporary art exhibition, “New Works,” which the gallery said highlights fresh, spirited pieces by Maine artists, radiating warmth and color in a diverse range of mediums, styles and perspectives. “New Works” is on display through May 24. Juror Susan Akers curated the show. “Initially, I went with my […]
Lincoln County Historical Association invites Mainers to light up Paul Revere’s ride
Lincoln County Historical Association will mark the 1775 ride of Paul Revere by placing lanterns in the front windows of the Chapman-Hall House in Damariscotta Friday night, April 18, and invites Mainers to do the same. Damariscotta and the first Chapman families were represented by Anthony and Nathan Chapman when they signed the “Five Resolves” […]
Watch ‘The Silence of the Lambs’ on Lincoln Theater’s big screen
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. […]
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 […]
‘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, […]
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 […]
River Arts showcases four artists in new exhibition
River Arts is pleased to announce Dru Barkalow, Karen Nadeau, Judy Nixon and Helen Warner in an upcoming show, “Inspiration and Imagination: A Showcase of 4 Artists,” in the River Room. The show runs March 6 through April 2. The four River Arts volunteers have combined their talents in a varied show including mixed media, […]