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Calendar of Local Events
This page includes current local events for southern Maine, from Kittery to Scarborough.
Visual arts, clases and workshops, activities for kids and more.
Listings are updated after every issue goes to press, every two weeks, year-round.
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Going on now
Bicentennial Distance Challenge, sponsored by the Brick Store Museum. This is a 7-mile virtual run, walk or bike to celebrate the dual bicentennials of Kennebunk and the state of Maine. Participants can complete the entire 7 miles at once, or split up their distance over several days. Registration for the race is $35 per person, and $10 for children under 16. Participants must complete their race before October 17th. Every participant receives a commemorative bib number to wear during their race; a short history of Wells and Kennebunk; race tips; and cast participant medal during the Virtual Finish Line event in October. Registration is via Runsignup.com, and can be reached via www.brickstoremuseum.org or https://wellsogunquithistory.org/
Friday, September 18
Wonderful Weeds Walk, 2-4 PM. Those plants that are condemned, poisoned, and destroyed? They are wonderful! Come discover the benefits of weeds. For ages 10 and up. $7/regular, $5/member, or $15/family plus site admission. Registration required at 207-646-1555 ext 128 or [email protected] FMI www.wellsreserve.org.
The Bike Cop Book Giveaway and Author signings, The Center, 175 Port Road, Kennebunk, 1:30-3 PM. Spin the wheel for a chance at discounts and free books. No purchase necessary but appreciated. FMI www.thebikecop.com or 967-8514.
"Woven Together" Show Opening at Engine, 5:30-7:30 PM. Woven Together explores the works of six contemporary Maine fiber artists whose work exemplifies a high quality of craft in their field. The exhibition will run through October 15. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday, 1-6 PM and Saturday, 11 AM-2 PM. A maximum of six people will be allowed into the gallery at a time and masks are required. FMI [email protected] or 207-494-7125.
Saturday, September 19
Honey Tribe Roadside Spectacular, 119 Summer Street, Kennebunk, 11 AM-2 PM. Roadside gathering of local artisans at Honey Tribe headquarters. FMI see Honey Tribe on Facebook.
Dave Solo at Libby & Son U-Pick, 86 Sawyer Mountain Road, Limerick, 1-5 PM. Come have fun, enjoy the amazing donuts and smoothies, and listen to live music.
Local Rosh Hashonah Service, 4 PM. This service will be socially distanced & masked. The shofar will be blown & the appropriate prayers said. If interested in attending please contact Cantor Ellen Farber at 207-251-1746 or email [email protected] to make a reservation & get further details.
York Gateway Summer Farmers' Market, York Region Chamber of Commerce, 1 Stonewall Lane, York, 9 AM - 1 PM. The market runs Saturdays thru October 10. FMI www.gatewaytomaine.org/farmers-market.
Kennebunk Farmers' Market, Garden Street Bowl lot, Kennebunk, 8 AM-1 PM. FMI www.kennebunkfarmersmarket.org.
Pirate Party, Bentley's Saloon, 1601 Portland Road, Arundel, 2 PM.
Celebrate "Talk Like a Pirate Day" by dressing up. Free swag too. FMI www.bentleyssaloon.com or 985-8966.
Sunday, September 20
Yoga at Funky Bow Brewery, 21 Ledgewood Lane, Lyman, 11 AM - 12 PM. All skill levels with Abraham's wife Silvia. Practice by the peach trees and horses and head over to the bar for a beer after. Bring your own mat. First beer included in the $15. FMI www.funkybowbeercompany.com or 409-6814.
Monday, September 21
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary, Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 12:30-3:30 PM. Paddle the quiet waters of a Maine estuary, watching for wildlife and learning about this treasured habitat from a registered Maine Kayak Guide. For ages 12 and up and some restrictions apply. $50/regular or $40/member plus site admission. Registration required. 207-646-1555 or wellsreserve.org/kayak. FMI www.wellsreserve.org.
Thursday, September 24
Mushroom Discovery Walk, Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 10 AM-12 PM. Alan Seamans, Maine Master Naturalist and lifelong science and nature enthusiast, reveals the diversity of mushrooms in southern Maine and the ecological role they play in the environment. $7/regular, $5/member, or $15/family plus site admission. Registration required at 207-646-1555 ext 116 or [email protected] FMI www.wellsreserve.org.
Friday-Funday, September 25-27 (& October 2-4 and 9-11) Pumpkin Patch Trolley, Seashore Trolley Museum. 195 Log Cabin Road, Kennebunkport, 11 AM-3 PM. 22nd annual event. FMI www.trolleymuseum.org or 967-2800, x 111.
Friday, September 25
Fiber Arts, Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Road, Wells, 10:30 AM. Every Friday via Zoom. Show off your latest knitting creation, get tips on your crochet technique, and just chat with old friends and make some new ones. Email Anne at [email protected] to get your Zoom link invitation. FMI [email protected] or 646-8181.
Saturday, September 26
York Gateway Summer Farmers' Market, York Region Chamber of Commerce, 1 Stonewall Lane, York, 9 AM - 1 PM. The market runs Saturdays thru October 10. FMI www.gatewaytomaine.org/farmers-market.Kennebunk Farmers' Market, Garden Street Bowl lot, Kennebunk, 8 AM - 1 PM. FMI www.kennebunkfarmersmarket.org.
Sunday, September 27
Disco Sunday, The Front Porch Piano Bar & Restaurant, 9 Shore Road, Ogunquit, weekly at 8 PM. Fun, uplifting music, plus dinner and cocktails. Reservations only. FMI www.thefrontporch.com or 646-4005.
Tuesday, September 29
Kennebunk Free Library Association Annual Meeting via Zoom, 4:30 PM. Boards of Trustees’ meetings are typically held on the last Tuesday of the month at 7 PM in Hank’s Room, with the exception of July and December, and they are open to the public. Through the pandemic we are conducting these meetings over Zoom at the 4:30 time slot. FMI contact Library Director, Michelle K. Conners, at 985-2173 or kfl @kennebunk.lib.me.us.
Monday, September 28
Meditation and Mindfulness with Cindy Simon, Wells Public Library, 12 PM. Email Cindy at [email protected] for a Zoom invitation. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library. For more information, please contact Stefanie Claydon at [email protected] or call the library at 207-646-8181.
Wednesday, September 30
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary, 9 AM-12 PM. Paddle the quiet waters of a Maine estuary, watching for wildlife and learning about this treasured habitat from a registered Maine Kayak Guide. For ages 12 and up and some restrictions apply. $50/regular or $40/member plus site admission. Registration required. 207-646-1555 or wellsreserve.org/kayak. FMI www.wellsreserve.org.
Coming Attractions
Thursday, October 1
Wine Online with Maine & Vine, 5:30 PM. It's a fun hour of tasting, information, and trivia hosted by Graves Library and Maine & Vine. Local shop owner Lani Dietz and guest Sommelier Betsy Ross will guide participants through the program with ideas, pairings, and educational tidbits while sipping Malbec wines. This will be a Zoom presentation moderated by MaryLou Boucouvalas at Graves Library. To register, call 967-2778 by Wednesday, September 30. Registrants will receive the Zoom link on the day of the event. All participants are encouraged to purchase wine at Wine & Vine in Lower Village, Kennebunk prior to the start time. FMI or 967-2778.
Tuesday, October 6
Write Now, Right Now - Zoom Writing Group, Opening Session, 10 AM. This is a new and different kind of writing group. Everything is virtual, everything is safe. If interested, email or call the library and an email invitation will be sent out to join the meeting 24 hours prior. Creative writing prompts will be given at the end of each meeting. FMI email [email protected] or call 967-2778.
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