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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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Wednesday, September 11
Community Peace Gathering and Prayer Vigil, Christ Church, 6 Dane Street, Kennebunk, 7 PM. Gather for a non-denominational service of music and remembrance. Candlelit Walk 7:45 PM. 24 Hour Prayer Vigil Begins 8 PM. Come participate with the area community in whatever part and time. FMI www:christchurchkennebunk.org or 985-4494
Thursday, September 12
Historical Walking Tour, Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, 11 AM. Learn the history of the elaborate and historical homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood. Led by Museum tour guide. $10 per person/free for members. FMI 985-4802 or visit www.brickstoremuseum.org.
Museum Collections Storage Tour, Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, 12 PM. Discover what’s behind-the-scenes at Kennebunk’s local history museum to discover nearly 70,000 artifacts belonging to the town’s history. $12 per person/$5 for members, with admission to the Museum included. FMI www.brickstoremuseum.org or 985-4802.
Paint-a-Palooza at Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk, 3:30 PM. Get ready to get messy! Children ages 4 and up are invited for a painting extravaganza. FMI www.kennebunklibrary.org or 985-2173.
Ladies Night at the Shops at Cape Neddick, Route 1, Cape Neddick, 5-7 PM. Fashion show, skin care demonstrations, party favors and refreshments. Thursday evenings are always open late, with wine and fun. FMI www.theshopsatcapeneddickmaine.com or 363-2500.
Conversational French Language Group, Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Road, Wells, 6:30 PM. An informal approach to practicing or re-learning French. Anyone with a French language interest is welcome. FMI [email protected] or 646-8181.
Friday, September 13
Fiber Arts Group, Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Road, Wells, 10:30 AM. If you embroider, cross-stitch, sew, weave, quilt, whatever you do - if it’s done with fiber and it’s portable, you are welcome. FMI [email protected] or 646-8181.
Art Trail of the Kennebunks, 5-7 PM. A collaboration of 20+ local art galleries and organizations invites you to take a walk on the Kennebunks' creative side. Free, self-guided tours of local art galleries, studios and organizations in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel. Brochure and map available at the Chamber and at participating venues. FMI: ArtTrail Kennebunk
Saturday, September 14
Kennebunk Artisans Marketplace, Waterhouse Center, 51 Main Street, Kennebunk, 9 AM-2 PM. FMI www.kennebunkmaine.us/artisansmarketplace.
11th Annual Herb Noble Memorial Ride, Bentley's Saloon, Arundel, 8 AM registration, 10:30 AM start. FMI www.bentleyssaloon.com.
Kennebunk Beach History Walking Tour, Begins at Trinity Chapel, Railroad Avenue, Kennebunk Beach, 10 AM. Learn the history of the development of Kennebunk Beach as a tourist destination. About a one-mile loop, 60-90 minutes, led by trained tour guide. $10 per person/$5 for members. FMI 985-4802 www.brickstoremuseum.org.
Rededication of Church Bell and Steeple, Congregational Church of Wells, 11 AM. Donate at www.gofundme.com/wells-maine-steeple-project.
Historical Walking Tour, Brick Store Museum,117 Main Street, Kennebunk, 12 PM. Learn the history of the elaborate and historical homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood. $10 per person/free for members. FMI www.brickstoremuseum.org or 985-4802.
Arundel Heritage Day, North Chapel Common, Arundel, 10 AM-4 PM. A gathering of friends and neighbors with food and games,. Pie-baking contest at noon, Farm + Table ladies skillet toss at 1:30 PM, Tug-of-war at 3 PM. Continues Sunday, September 15, with a Vintage Base Ball Game at 11 AM. FMI Arundel Historical Society on Facebook.
Tuesday, September 17
Indigenous Reads Book Group Kickoff, (Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk; Wells Public Library, 434 Post Road, Wells), 6:30 PM. As Maine prepares to celebrate its first Indigenous Peoples Day this fall, the Wells Public Library and the Kennebunk Free Library will be offering a book group featuring books written by authors of Indigenous heritage. Please stay tuned for more information in the next issue of Tourist & Town. FMI Kennebunk Free Library: www.kennebunklibrary.org or 985-2173; FMI Wells Library: [email protected] or-646-8181.
Monthly Poetry Evening, York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York, 7 PM. Please bring poems to share - either your own or favorite poems by someone else. The prompt for September is “dystopia”; the topic is open for interpretation. Readings from poetry books are welcome. Readings occur in round table format and are facilitated by Priscilla Cookson. Drop-ins welcome.FMI www.york.lib.me.us or 363-2818.
Wednesday September 18
Drop-in Chess,York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York ,3 PM. Do you play chess? Want to challenge others or be challenged? Want to learn? All ages and levels welcome. Volunteers will be on hand to teach or help pair up players.FMI www.york.lib.me.us or 363-2818.
Thursday, September 19
Historical Walking Tour, Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, 11 AM. Learn the history of the elaborate and historical homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood. Led by Museum tour guide. $10 per person/free for members. FMI 985-4802 or visit www.brickstoremuseum.org.
Museum Collections Storage Tour, Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, 12 PM. Discover what’s behind-the-scenes at Kennebunk’s local history museum to discover nearly 70,000 artifacts belonging to the town’s history. $12 per person/$5 for members, with admission to the Museum included. FMI www.brickstoremuseum.org or 985-4802.
Maine Pirate History & Mystery, Poland Spring Preservation Society, 37 Preservation Way, Poland, 6-8 PM. Did ye know September 19th is National Talk Like a Pirate Day? Local costumed expert, Greg Latimer, guides you through Maine pirate history and lore. He will have real pirate weapons and stories to share! This talk is open to all ages but the suggested audience is 8+ as pirates can be dark and devious. The Maine State Building doors open at 6 PM; event starts at 7 PM. Costume contest from 6-6:30 PM, with a prize for the winner! Pirate talking lessons and light refreshments, too. Kids and adults encouraged to come in pirate costume. Tickets are $5 in advance. Call 207-998-4142. Limited seating available at the door for $7.
Friday, September 20
Red Cross Blood Drive, York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York, 12-5 PM. For an appointment please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). FMI www.york.lib.me.us or 363-2818.
Friday and Saturday, September 20-21
River Jam Festival - Downtown Biddeford. Restaurant Rally, Friday Fringe Fest, City Theater Show Stoppers, Improv, Dance Party, art, food, beer garden, 5K race, music, boat races and more. FMI for schedule, map and parking info: http://riverjamfest.com/
Saturday, September 21
Kennebunk Artisans Marketplace, Waterhouse Center, 51 Main Street, Kennebunk, 9 AM-2 PM. FMI www.kennebunkmaine.us/artisansmarketplace.
Kennebunk Beach History Walking Tour, Begins at Trinity Chapel, Railroad Avenue, Kennebunk Beach, 10 AM. Learn the history of the development of Kennebunk Beach as a tourist destination. About a one-mile loop, 60-90 minutes, led by trained tour guide. $10 per person/$5 for members. FMI 985-4802 www.brickstoremuseum.org.
River Jam: Dash to the Sea, lower Saco River, Mechanics Park, Saco, 10-11 AM. Proceeds benefit the Biddeford Recreation Department. This event has two courses for both the recreational paddler (4 mile) and competitive racer (8 mile). Race day registration 8-8:30 AM at the Front St. boat launch in Saco (cash or checks only). Tickets, registration, rules, map of courses, and complete event information at www.biddefordrec.com.
Grand Gathering at the Museum, Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk, 3:30–6 PM. Members and guests are invited to tour three new exhibitions (opening this evening), hear an annual update from the Museum, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverages with friends and neighbors. FMI visit www.brickstoremuseum or 985-4802.
City Theater Season Kick Off Party, Tap Room at Banded Brewing, 32 Main Street, Pepperell Mill, Biddeford, 7 to 9 PM. Join Cirty Theater as it celebrates the opening of its 2019-20 season. Raffle, trivia, beer and fun. FMI www.citytheater.org or 282-0849.
Sunday, September 22
Community Labyrinth Kickoff, Emmons Preserve, Kennebunkport, 12 PM. Activities include a ceremony, stone gathering, music and a potluck. During a festive afternoon, we will be gathering & recording names, stories and donations for the stones that will mark out the path of a permanent community labyrinth.Ceremony is at 12 PM. Bring your favorite dish and BYOB to the potluck picnic at 12:30 PM; live music 1:30-5 PM. Stone donations $35. Dimensions need to be: Width 12" or less; Length 18" or less, Height 12" or more. Bring your stone for the labyrinth to honor a loved one. FMI www.kpttrust.org/labyrinth
Tuesday, September 24
Remembering Mary Oliver, York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York, 3 PM. Local poet Mimi White will lead a conversation titled “Remembering Mary Oliver." Ms. White developed this program last winter when beloved poet Mary Oliver died. Mimi White is the author of four collections of poetry including The Last Island which won the Jane Kenyon Award for outstanding poetry and The Singed Horizon, winner of the Philbrick Poetry Award. Her most recent book, The Arc Remains, from Deerbrook Editions is due out this October. Mimi Is a longtime NH seacoast resident and has taught or presented workshops throughout New England. FMI www.york.lib.me.us or 363-2818.
[email protected]: Greeting Cards, Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Road, Wells, 6 PM. Learn to craft beautiful, personalized greeting cards for any occasion. FMI [email protected] or 646-8181.
Wednesday, September 25
Meditation Meetup, York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York, 5:30 PM. This session is led by Jerry Mayfield who teaches a unique method of meditation known as Sahaja Yoga. Dress comfortably and if you have your own cushion, please bring it with you. The library has a limited number of meditation cushions available on a first come, first serve basis. This program is free and open to all ages and abilities. No prior experience needed.FMI www.york.lib.me.us or 363-2818.
Coming Soon:
Satruday, September 28
17th Annual Punkinfiddle Family Festival, Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm, 10 AM-2 PM. A fun day to celebrate traditions, togetherness, and National Estuaries Day. Kids get in free! FMI www.wellsreserve.org.
ONGOING
Finding Your Better Self Through Horses, Ever After Mustang Rescue. An amazing hands-on experience with horses. Helps reduce stress, raise confidence and improve self-esteem. Supervised, private one hour sessions. Contact Lydia @ 207-641-9449 for more information. Located at 463 West Street, Biddeford. FMI www.mustangrescue.org
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