Normally, I focus on cookies during Christmas time, but after enjoying a sliver (well, actually two) of this fabulous cake at my daughter’s home a couple weekends ago, I just had to share the recipe with all of you. For quite some time, my favorite cake of Shannon’s has been her summery lemon-blueberry cake, but […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Versatile holiday snacks
Are you planning a holiday open house, throwing an impromptu party for a few friends or just want primo snackage on hand? This celebratory fare is what I depend on to see me through. Once you taste this warm , creamy and very grown-up onion dip, you’ll never reach for that packet of instant onion […]
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Studio Theatre of Bath suits up for its adults-only Twisted Christmas
The local theater is putting on an adults-only comedy, music, dance and improv show with a twist on classic Christmas themes to close out the year.
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‘Wicked’ is a box office hit, and 2 Mainers helped make it happen
Cinematographer Alice Brooks and singer Meg Doherty both played behind-the-scenes roles in the 2024 musical, which is on track to be the biggest movie of the year.
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Artist to discuss his recycled rope art at Rockland Public Library
Rockland Public Library is hosting artist Eric Darling for a talk on his recycled rope art at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19. Over the past few years, Darling has collected over a ton of abandoned pot warp and has explored its versatility as a durable art medium. There is a cultural and historical connection between […]
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From the Chocolate Church: Join the annual holiday sing-along
I was lucky to call the late, great American composer, arranger and conductor Alice Parker a friend. She was also a guide and teacher of sorts to me — mostly through long conversations held in her kitchen. Alice once said, “Song is a right and need. It is human communication at its most elemental level.” […]
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Maine State Music Theatre to host Santa and Mrs. Claus for holiday sing-along
Maine State Music Theatre is hosting a magical holiday event for families this Saturday: the MSMT Santa Sing-Along. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Dec. 14, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at MSMT Creative Studios, 22 Elm St., Brunswick. This festive event will offer children the opportunity to meet the holiday icons, share […]
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Lincoln Theater to screen in-depth Van Gogh documentary
Lincoln Theater will present “Exhibition On Screen: Van Gogh: Poets & Lovers,” a documentary that explores the genius and passion of Vincent Van Gogh, screening at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, and 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. Directed by David Bickerstaff and produced by Phil Grabsky, the film offers a rare opportunity to dive into […]
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Greater Freeport Community Chorus to put on winter concerts in Freeport and North Yarmouth
The Greater Freeport Community Chorus will present its winter concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Freeport Performing Arts Center, 30 Holbrook St., Freeport, and at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at the North Yarmouth Congregational Church, 3 Gray Road, North Yarmouth. Artistic Director Jesse Myers-Wakeman has chosen the featured work of the […]
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Gingerbread Spectacular opens Friday at Boothbay Harbor Opera House
Boothbay Harbor’s holiday traditions abound, including the annual Gingerbread Spectacular coming to the historic Opera House Dec. 13-15. For the past 18 years, mid-December has seen the exhibition of creative gingerbread houses and castles built by novices and seasoned chefs. All are displayed against the backdrop of the decorated Opera House stage, which also serves […]