New works by Lincoln County artists are among the oils, watercolors, collages, photography, prints and sculptures on exhibit in the Maine Art Gallery’s current show, “Made in Maine.” The Wiscasset gallery includes works by Kathy Bouchard of Newcastle, Carol Wiley of Newcastle and Irene Plummer of East Boothbay. Wiscasset’s historic Academy building, which is home […]
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Pinecone Studio in Brunswick to host arts education retreat
Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education’s immersive “Carpe Diem Sketching” with Ed Higgins is Sept. 9, 11 and 13.
Wiscasset Bay Gallery opens new exhibition including ‘Four Centuries’ of art
A new exhibition at Wiscasset Bay Gallery, “Four Centuries of American, Latin American and European Art,” will open Thursday, Aug. 29, coinciding with Wiscasset Art Walk. The exhibition will be on display through Sept. 25. Of particular interest is a large oil by contemporary El Salvadoran artist, Santiago Beltran Valladares, “Que Mas Hay” (What Else […]
Young bluegrass sensation to take the stage at Lincoln Theater
Lincoln Theater will welcome Liam Purcell back to the stage Friday, Sept. 6. Purcell played banjo in Lincoln County Community Theater’s 2022 production of “Bright Star.” Now, the 22-year-old prodigy returns with his band, Cane Mill Road, known for its innovative blend of tradition and modernity. Described by No Depression Journal as “the future of […]
Two Maine book festivals return this fall, with wider reach
The Beautiful Blackbird Children’s Book Festival and the Maine Lit Fest both plan expanded offerings.
Veterans showcase their art for healing in Damariscotta
The Peace Gallery offers an outlet for those who served to cope with coming home.
Boothbay Harbor Opera House hosts Americana duo The Clements Brothers
The historic Opera House in Boothbay Harbor is alive with music this season, and tickets remain available for all upcoming performances, including the perfect harmonies of the singer-songwriting brother duo, The Clements Brothers, Saturday, Aug. 24. The Clements Brothers George (guitar) and Charles (upright bass) are identical twins from the heart of New England. The […]
Black-and-white photography exhibition opens at River Arts
Jan Corneal’s upcoming solo black-and-white photography show, “The Edit,” opens Thursday, Aug. 22, in the River Room at River Arts in Damamriscotta. The exhibition runs through Sept. 11. Meet the artist and learn more about her process at the opening reception from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24. Corneal brings her training as an architect and her […]
Cooking at the Cove: August refreshers and versatile veggies
The homemade lemonade I loved when I was a youngster has given way to this deliciously tart and oh-so-revitalizing lemon refresher. This drink can be served as a mocktail for grownups (it probably won’t be sweet enough for the kiddos), and if you want to add a shot of vodka or gin for a little […]