Chicken wire, sticks and dried hydrangeas put to an artful purpose are the tools of the trade for dried floral designer Maria Salcines. During Wiscasset Art Walk Thursday, Aug. 29, Salcines will install a cascading arrangement of dried florals in Wiscasset Village. Although much planning will have gone into the presentation, Salcines will be improvising […]
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From the Chocolate Church: Monsters and brass at Waterfront Park
Be on the lookout for monsters and the amazing sounds of the joyful Undertow Brass Band Saturday, Aug. 24, on the Bath waterfront. The music begins at 5 p.m., but children and people of all ages can make their way to the waterfront at 3 p.m. to join like-minded monster fans in the creation of […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Better than takeout
On a recent rainy day, I invited a few friends over for dinner where we spent a cozy evening sitting around my dining room table enjoying good food and conversation. When planning what to serve, I realized I’d been having a craving for my Cashew Chicken, a favorite that I hadn’t made in quite a […]
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Bolstering fishermen with a pen and a brush
Midcoast artists shine a light on the grit and resilience of the fishing industry in their work and contribute to MCFA’s relief fund.
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‘Talking Art in Maine’ returns with new host to Lincoln Theater in Damariscotta
Lincoln Theater announces the return of “Talking Art in Maine,” welcoming notable artists and curators who have made a substantial contribution to the arts in the state of Maine, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22. Local artist Emily Sabino is taking over the helm as host of “Talking Art in Maine,” and special guest, artist […]
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Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival returns to Litchfield for 61st year
Blistered Fingers Family Bluegrass Festival is celebrating its 61st festival at the Litchfield Fairgrounds (30 Plains Road) from Aug. 22-25. The gates will open at 8 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 18, for early bird camping. The festival grounds have a big stage that was built in 2010, indoor bathroom facilities, four free hot showers and numerous […]
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Chamber choir holding auditions for 2024 Lessons and Carols
St. Cecilia Chamber Choir is holding auditions for all voice parts as it begins preparing its December “Ceremony of Lessons and Carols” concert. Drawing inspiration from the world-famous King’s College Cambridge Service of Lessons and Carols, the program blends carols both sacred and secular with seasonal readings, accompanied by a professional string quartet and performed […]
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Grammy-nominated The Jerry Douglas Band comes to the Opera House
Dobro guitar master and 14-time Grammy winner Jerry Douglas takes the stage with his band at Boothbay Harbor’s Opera House at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21. In addition to Douglas, The Jerry Douglas Band includes Daniel Kimbro on bass, Christian Sedelmyer on fiddle and Mike Seal on guitar. Douglas is a band leader, producer, session […]
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Midcoast Symphony Orchestra to hold auditions for 35th season
The Midcoast Symphony Orchestra is seeking experienced classical musicians to audition for the upcoming 2024-25 season from 7-9 p.m. on Aug. 28. Musicians interested in auditioning should prepare two contrasting solos to demonstrate agility, tone quality and phrasing. Wind and brass players should prepare a handful of standard excerpts, while strings will be asked to […]
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River Arts opens annual ‘Abtract’ exhibition featuring Maine artists
River Arts’ annual “Abtract” show featuring a collection of abstract art by artists from across the state opened Tuesday, Aug. 13, and runs through Sept. 21. An opening reception is from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17. The public is invited to meet the artists, engage in lively discussion and enjoy light refreshments while taking in […]