River Arts in Damariscotta begins its winter season with an exhibition in black and white. Running from Feb. 15 through March 26, the “Black & White” show offers a sophisticated collection of works in a wide range of media. River Arts was pleased by the number of entries and community support for this show, according […]
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Scottish group Talisk heads to Boothbay Harbor stage
One of Scotland’s most popular folk-based groups to emerge in the last decade, chart-toppers Talisk have toured the world stacking up major awards for their explosively energetic yet artfully woven sound, including folk band of the year at the BBC Alba Scots Trad Music Awards, a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award, and the Belhaven Bursary […]
Comedians Casey Crawford and Johnny Ater take stage at Johnson Hall
Maine Event Comedy presents a co-headliner event with Casey Crawford and Johnny Ater at Johnson Hall Theater, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19. The show will also feature Al Ghanekar and Ian MacDonald. Crawford’s one-liners earned him a televised spot on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and Montreal’s prestigious Just for Laughs Festival. He finds the humor […]
DaPonte String Quartet announces March tour
In March, the DaPonte String Quartet will tour throughout Maine with its “Breaking the Mold” program. DaPonte will break into smaller ensembles to perform a duo and a trio. Described by Ravel as a “turning point in his career,” the Sonate pour violon et violoncello / A la mémoire de Claude Debussy is marked by […]
Chocolate talk graces stage at Damariscotta’s Lincoln Theater
Chocolate with a conscience is taking the stage at Lincoln Theater with “Talking Food in Maine” guest Kate McAleer. “Talking Food in Maine” is a free series of one-on-one conversations between host Cherie Scott and notable culinary pioneers who have made a substantial contribution to the culinary arts in the state of Maine. The free […]
Ways to explore Black History Month in Maine
Events planned in February include museum exhibits about Maine’s ties to the slave trade and early communities of formerly enslaved people here, plus virtual talks and tours.
Adult, children auditions coming for Maine State Music Theatre
Maine State Music Theatre will hold local adult non-equity auditions from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26, for MSMT’s summer productions. The theatre will hold local auditions for children aged 5 – 12 years old on Sunday, Feb. 27 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. for the productions of “The Sound of Music,” “Frozen, Jr.,” […]
Bath library to host Armchair Traveler Series again this year
The Patten Free Library will once again hold the Armchair Traveler Series. The program started last winter when many people were stuck at home due to a combination of winter and COVID-19 concerns. It was well attended and will return for 2022. This year’s series will focus a little closer to home, beginning with a […]
Lincoln County series recognizes Black History Month
Lincoln County Historical Association’s annual winter lecture series features two talks in February that focus on Black people in Maine’s history. On Feb. 10, historian Bob Green will reveal details about Black people in Maine that seldom appear in history texts. On Feb. 24, James Tanzer discusses his research into the life of Quash, a […]
Brunswick Downtown Association hosts annual meeting with ‘Back to the Future’ theme
The Brunswick Downtown Association’s annual meeting will be held from 5-7 p.m. March 3 at Wild Oats Bakery & Café on Brunswick Landing. The theme of the meeting is: “Back to the Future.” Brunswick Downtown Association board members for 2022, as approved through a vote of the BDA membership, will be introduced during the meeting. […]