Here at the cove, Irish-inspired food (aka, loads of potatoes) is a thing, and we are all in. Especially during these drizzly March days that seem to go on forever, we need fortifying food that sticks to our ribs and makes us feel comfortably cozy. Who’s with me on this? We’ll segue into lighter, springier […]
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From the Chocolate Church: A day of music, art and permaculture at the CCAC
These days at the Chocolate Church Arts Center, there’s the feeling of an element of surprise, of not knowing what will come next. This week alone, “The Mousetrap” had an amazing run in our new and improving Annex. The CCAC Art Lab conducted an offsite parade workshop for 160 Morse High School freshmen. And on […]
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Chase away winter blues with comedy ‘Halfway There’ at The Public Theatre
From the author of “Lunenberg” and “The Ladies Foursome” comes “Halfway There,” a hilarious and heartwarming comedy about the unshakeable bonds of female friendship playing March 14-23 at The Public Theatre in Lewiston. The Public Theatre describes the show as “Steel Magnolias” meets “The Golden Girls.” Four lovable ladies meet every day for coffee and […]
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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 […]
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Guest conductor leads Midcoast Symphony Orchestra in fire-themed program
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra continues its 35th season with a concert titled “Passionate & Fiery Compositions” in Lewiston on March 22 and in Topsham on March 23. Guest conductor Hiroya Miura, associate professor of music at Bates College, will lead the orchestra in these fire-themed performances. Miura has chosen Robert Schumann’s “Symphony No. 2” as the […]
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Last chance to see two exhibitions at Bowdoin College’s Arctic Museum
Bowdoin College will say goodbye to two exhibitions at the Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum, “Collections and Recollections: Objects and the Stories They Tell” and “Northern Nightmares: Monsters in Inuit Art,” on March 23. “Collections and Recollections” is one of the inaugural exhibits on view since May 2023 when the museum opened in its new location at […]
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Cooking at the Cove: For St. Patrick’s Day, the simpler the better
With St. Patrick’s Day coming up, I’m remembering the homey suppers I’ve enjoyed in the Land of Green and wanted to recreate one for you. Irish food is satisfying fare that some would consider to be quite plain. However, this supper not only reminds me of my heritage but also of how delicious a meal […]
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From the Chocolate Church: Experience sounds of southeastern Europe and beyond at Bath arts center
On March 15 at the Chocolate Church Annex club and cabaret space, we have a particular offering which might reveal my music nerdom. Music, in the wide variety of its forms, makes me love humanity. It makes me feel connected to life and the beautiful way our species, at its best, makes sense of being […]
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Brunswick pub hosts Irish-themed murder-mystery show
Mystery 207 will present an afternoon of laughter, intrigue and Irish charm with its newest show “Murder at the Tipsy Clover.” New England’s premier murder mystery acting troupe will perform the show at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 16, at Byrnes Irish Pub (16 Station Ave., Brunswick). This immersive murder-mystery experience invites guests into the lively […]
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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, […]