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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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See our current issue for many more events, including Christmas by the Sea in Ogunquit, Christmas Celebration in Old Orchard Beach, and Christmas Prelude in Kennebunkport.
Going on Now
“Haunted, A translation into Paint!” – Oil Paintings of Sherry Holden Dresser, November exhibit, Kennebunk Free Library, 112 Main Street, Kennebunk. This exhibit was inspired by the artist's book Haunted, set in Kennebunk-Kennebunkport in the 19th century. (picture at right) FMI www.kennebunkfreelibrary.org or 985-2173.
Knitting and Crafting Group, Dyer Library, 371 Main Street, Saco.Thursday, November 21, 1:30-4 PM. Drop in anytime to knit, crochet, embroider, hook rugs – just bring your latest project! Dyer Library/Saco Museum, 371 Main Street, Saco.
Thursday, November 21
Film Screening: Dawnland, Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Road, Wells, 6 PM. This feature-length documentary follows the first government-sanctioned Truth and Reconciliation Commission into contemporary Wabanaki communities. With exclusive access to this groundbreaking process and never-before-seen footage, this film reveals the untold narrative of Indigenous child removal in the United States. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of Wells Library. FMI [email protected] or 646-8181.
Community Crafters, Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Road, Wells, 10:30-12. Practitioners of all backgrounds and skill levels are welcome at our monthly Meditation Group. Meditation and mindfulness expert Cindy Simon will lead a group in meditative practice, focusing on relaxing imagery, deep stillness, and positive affirmations. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library. FMI [email protected] or 646-8181.
Friday, November 22
Pop-up at Sally Caldwell Fisher Gallery with John Matthews of Matthews Claywork in Deer Isle, 149 Port Road, Kennebunk, 5-7 PM. Matthews will share a gorgeous new collection of ceramics for the gallery that are inspired by Deer Isle sunsets and lobster buoys. He will also be doing a wheel throwing demonstration in the gallery! FMI www.sallycaldwellfisher.com
Saturday & Sunday, November 23 & 24
Pallian & Company Holiday Open House, Pallian Home, Route One, Wells. Holiday shopping - beautiful candles and soaps, books, home goods and other fine things.
Saturday & Sunday, November 23 & 24
Saco River Theatre's 1st Annual Craft Fair, Saco River Theatre and Old White Church, 15 & 29 Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills, 9 AM to 3 PM. Admission free. More than 20 crafters and artists will showcase items such as jewelry and sewn, knit and crocheted items, photography, sea glass art, native American items and much more. Raffles, face painting, a kid’s craft room and shopping center, pictures with Santa, food and more. FMI www.sacorivertheatre.org or 929-6615.
Sunday, November 24
A Very Santa Food Drive, Mornings in Paris, 21 Western Avenue, Kennebunk, 12-3 PM. Craft table, photos with Santa, letters to Santa and more! Bring in a food item for Community Outreach Services’ donation collection and receive a free photo with Santa. FMI 204-0032.
Saturday, November 30
Book Signing with Saundra Gnidziejko, author of The Mudman and the Rabbit, The Art Co-Op, 149 Alfred Road, Kennebunk, 1-2 PM.
Pajama Shopping Day in the Kennebunks. Merchants, their hours and special discounts are listed on www.gokennebunks.com as well as on a printed map available at the Chamber and participating stores. FMI call the Chamber at 967-0857 or email events[email protected]
Holiday Open House at the Art Co-op, 149 Alfred Road, Kennebunk, 10 AM to 4 PM. Nancy Bariluk-Smith will offer a mini acrylic pour demonstration and class from 10 AM-12 PM. Sign up in advance is preferred. From 12 to 1 PM, hot soup and chili will be served, and from 1 to 2 PM, Sandy Gnidziejko, Heather Bruhl, Cheryl Gillespie and Steve Hrehovcik will read from their books.FMI 502-7118.
Lighting of the Nubble, Nubble Lighthouse, Cape Neddick, 3-6 PM.
Tuesday, December 3
Special Lecture: A Perspective on Invasive Insects of Maine, Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells, 12-1 PM. Discover the historic, current, and future threats to Maine’s forests due to invasive insects like the hemlock woolly adelgid and emerald ash borer. Tom Schmeelk, Maine Forest Service entomologist, may also discuss brown tail, gypsy, and winter moths in this lunch-and-learn talk, as well as other invasive insects of interest to the state. $2 suggested donation. FMI www.wellsreserve.org or 646-1555.
Wednesday, December 4
Wells Reserve at Laudholm Winter Member Meeting, Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells, 5-6 PM. In their annual meeting, Laudholm Trust and the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve will recap activities of the past year and hint toward 2020 programs and projects. FMI www.wellsreserve.org or 646-1555.
Love to Read Book Club at Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, 12 PM. For School Age Children Grades 3-5. Registration required. FMI www.graveslibrary.org or 967-2778.
WePoets & Verse Hosts Storyteller Deborah Eve Freedman, Mornings in Paris, 21 Western Avenue, Kennebunk, 1:30 to 3 PM. Freedman is known for the joyful fairy tales she weaves for adults. Each story captivating audiences through sheer enchantment. Admission to this event is free and refreshments are available for purchase from Mornings in Paris' sweet and savory cafe menu. Wednesdays are Senior Days at Mornings in Paris with twenty-five percent off! FMI [email protected]
Thursday, December 5
Prelude Kick-Off Concert: The Garage Band, 6:30-8:30 PM. Kick Off Prelude with The Garage Band at River Tree Arts! Adults $10/Children $5. Proceeds to benefit RTA’ s music programs. 35 Western Avenue, Kennebunk.
Pop-Up with Emily Drummond, 10 AM-5 PM. Local Maine artist and designer Emily Drummond brings her original paintings to Maine Art Hill for her debut solo show in the Pop-Up Gallery. You may remember Emily from her feature Tourist and Town cover in July. Pop-Up on Maine Art Hill, 5 Chase Hill Rd., Kennebunk
Christmas Prelude Outdoor Market, 12-8 PM. Enjoy the sights and smells of the season at our outdoor Christmas Market, new this year under the heated tent at Old Vines. Dozens of artists, craftsmen, and other local businesses will exhibit their very best, just in time for holiday shopping, along with family friendly live music throughout the week. FMI: https://www.oldvineswinebar.com/prelude. Old Vines Wine Bar, 173 Port Rd., Kennebunk
Pairing Maine Wine & Maine Chocolate for your Holiday Table, 3-6 PM. Maine chocolatier, Dean's Sweets (www.deanssweets.com) will be in the tasting room to lead you through a tasting and pairing of Maine wine with Maine chocolate. $6 per person. Sweetgrass Winery & Distillery Tasting Room, 5 Chase Hill Rd #4, Kennebunk.
Prelude Ale Release Party, 3 PM - 6 PM. Come kick off Christmas Prelude™ with live music, a light complimentary buffet, and of course, Shipyard Prelude Ale! Federal Jack's Brew Pub, 8 Western Avenue, Kennebunk
Buck-A-Shuck Oyster Bar, 4 PM - 8 PM. Join us under the heated tent for $1 oysters and local brews. The Pilot House, 2 Harbor Lane, Kennebunk
Friendology Night, 4 PM - 8 PM. A night of celebrating friendships of all kinds, with Healing Harbors, makers of CBD infused personal care & pet products, all made in Maine. Discover the myths and facts about CBD, try products, and ask questions. Happynest, 127 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport
Maine Women in the Arts Holiday Art & Craft Show begins at the Masonic Hall, Kennebunkport. Opening Thursday, Dec. 5, 5-7 PM. Meet the artists, buy Maine-made art and fine crafts by local artists. Jewelry, pottery, ornaments, fine art, unique gift items. Raffle basket of handmade items! FREE admission. Continues Friday, Dec. 6, 10 AM- 7 PM, Saturday, Dec. 7, 9:30 AM-6 PM, Sunday, Dec. 8, 10 AM-4 PM. Masonic Hall at end of Temple Street, around the corner from the Kennebunkport Post Office. FMI www.mainewomenarts.com
Friday, December 6Christmas House Tours of White Columns, 10 AM - 4 PM. White Columns is the 1853 Greek Revival home of the Perkins family. The house tours run on the hour and talk of the history of Kennebunkport, the history of the house and the Perkins family. White Columns is elaborately decorated for the Christmas season and a not to be missed look at a Victorian Christmas. $10 for non-members, free for members. White Columns, 8 Maine Street, Kennebunkport
Daytime Prelude Trolley Rides, 10 AM - 4 PM. Take a ride in a heated, decorated trolley car down a private heritage railroad. Enjoy hot chocolate, delicious chocolate chip cookies, and shopping in the museum store. $10 per person, children 2 and under free. Purchase tickets at the door, or visit www.trolleymuseum.org/events. The Seashore Trolley Museum, 195 Log Cabin Road, Kennebunkport
Christmas Prelude Outdoor Market, 12 PM - 8 PM. Enjoy the sights and smells of the season at our outdoor Christmas Market, new this year under the heated tent at Old Vines. Dozens of artists, craftsmen, and other local businesses will exhibit their very best, just in time for holiday shopping, along with family friendly live music throughout the week. Old Vines Wine Bar, 173 Port Rd, Kennebunk
Pop-up at Sally Caldwell Fisher Gallery with Michelle Provençal of Thirdlee & Co., 149 Port Road, Kennebunk, 3-5 PM. Michelle is the talented artist behind the increasingly ubiquitous, beautiful and unique needle felted ornaments inspired by the sea. FMI www.sallycaldwellfisher.com.
Fish Chowder Supper, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Homemade fish chowder with all the "fixins," American chop suey, and biscuits. Presented by Wildwood Ladies Auxiliary. Wildwood Fire Station, 63 Wildes District Rd, Kennebunkport
White Columns by Candle Light, 5 PM - 7 PM, Tours run on the hour, with the last tour at 7pm. Enjoy seeing the house in a new light! White Columns is the 1853 Greek Revival home of the Perkins family. It is elaborately decorated for the Christmas season and a not to be missed look at a Victorian Christmas. After dark the house is lit by flickering candle light. $10 for non-members, free for members. White Columns, 8 Maine Street, Kennebunkport
Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square, 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM. Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square officially begins the season. Join in Christmas caroling with the Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir, followed by the lighting of the tree. Sponsored by KBA member Kennebunk Savings. Dock Square, Kennebunkport
Letters to Santa Workshop & Prelude Open House, 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Join us before, during & after the Lobster Trap Tree Lighting for a fun night of crafting cards and letters to Santa & mailing them in our very own Santa 04014 Cape Porpoise North Pole post office box! Bradbury Brothers Market, 167 Main Street, Kennebunkport
Live Nativity, 6 PM, Right after the tree lighting, join the South Church Youth as they present a Nativity Tableau complete with live animals and a chimes choir. South Congregational Church, Temple Street, Kennebunkport
Bonfire, 7 PM, Warm yourself by the fire while singing Christmas carols and sipping hot chocolate behind Washington Hose Fire Station. Presented by the Washington Hose Fire Company. Washington Hose Fire Station, 159 Port Road, Kennebunk
Cape Porpoise Lobster Trap Tree Lighting, 7 PM. Kennebunkport 's most original holiday decoration will be officially lit in Cape Porpoise Square. Join in the caroling with The Church on the Cape Choir. Refreshments served at Cape Porpoise Fire Station. Cape Porpoise Square.
Saturday, December 7-Saturday, December 14
Christmas Prelude People’s Choice Award Show, The Wright Gallery, 5 Pier Road, Cape Porpoise. Stop by and vote! FMI www.thewrightgallery.com.
Saturday, December 7Pancake Breakfast, 7 AM - 10 AM. $7 Adults, $5 Children. Major credit & debit cards accepted. Proceeds help to support scholarships, training and equipment for the volunteer fire company. Washington Hose Fire Station, 159 Port Road, Kennebunk
Atlantic Hall Prelude Fair, 7:45 AM - 2:30 PM, Featuring a wide variety of crafts, art work, and collectibles by local artists, including photography, jewelry, paintings, quilts, antiques and oriental rugs PLUS our popular Silent Auction and Chowder Luncheon with Lobster Rolls. Atlantic Hall, 173 Main Street, Kennebunkport
Christmas on the Cape Fair, Church on the Cape, Cape Porpoise, 8:30 AM-1 PM. FMI www.churchonthecape.org.
29th Annual Holiday Fair at The Center, 8:30 AM - 2 PM, Please join us for our annual Holiday Fair featuring wreaths with hand-tied bows and decorations, handmade boxwood trees, crafts and ornaments, hostess gifts, goodies and more. The Center, 175 Port Road, Kennebunk
13th Annual Christmas Craft Fair at The Village Baptist Church, 8:30 AM - 4 PM
Shop our talented crafters and have a "walk-a-long" cup of homemade chowder, soup, or Pastor Joe's chili! Village Baptist Church, 6 Maine Street, Kennebunkport
Christmas Fair, Lobster Roll & Chowder Luncheon, 9 AM - 1:30 PM, Lobster roll & chowder luncheon until 1:30pm (or sold out). Stop by the ever popular cookie walk and explore the vintage Christmas decorations table. Don't forget to buy your seasonal greens! Cookie Walk $6.00 per pound of cookies. Other items cost as labeled. Luncheon costs will be posted on site. First Congregational Church, 141 North Street, Kennebunkport
Holiday Craft Fair at Consolidated School, 9 AM - 3 PM, A tradition for 30+ years, this fair fills the school with a wide variety of crafts by local artisans. Presented by Kennebunkport Parks & Recreation. $1 donation to benefit programs for local children. Consolidated School, 25 School Street, Kennebunkport
Community House Craft Sale, 9 AM - 4 PM, Quality Maine-made crafts are offered by 20 vendors at the Community House across from the Kennebunkport post office. Sponsored by the South Church Women's Association. South Church Community House, 8 Temple Street, Kennebunkport
Maine Women in the Arts Holiday Art & Craft Show, Masonic Hall, Kennebunkport. Maine-made art and fine crafts by local artists. Jewelry, pottery, ornaments, fine art, unique gift items. Raffle basket of handmade items! FREE admission. Continues Saturday, Dec. 7, 9:30 AM-6 PM, Sunday, Dec. 8, 10 AM-4 PM. Masonic Hall at end of Temple Street, around the corner from the Kennebunkport Post Office. FMI www.mainewomenarts.com
Prelude Market, 10 to 4 PM. The River Tree Arts Prelude Market will feature giftable art from various members of the River Tree Arts faculty and community. 35 Western Avenue, Kennebunk.
Art in Nature: Block Printing, Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Road, 1-3 PM. Discover your inner artist by making a block print of a nature subject you choose. No experience is necessary and all materials will be provided for this fun and easy approach to custom printing. Participants will take home their block print, new skills, and a set of their own handmade greeting cards. For ages 12 and up. $14/$10. Space is limited and registration is required. FMI www.wellsreserve.org or 646-1555.
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8
Santa Paws Fest, Vinegar Hill Music Theatre, 53 Old Post Road, Arundel. A benefit for Lucky Pup Rescue. Saturday, 9 AM-6PM; Sunday, 10 AM-2 PM. Adopt-a-tree wreath and tree raffle, great gifts, face painting, pet pictures with Santa Paws and more. Visit Vinegar Hill Music on Facebook or see the ad in this issue.
Celebration by the Sea, Old Orchard Beach, 2:30-4:30 PM. Old Orchard Beach will be celebrating the holidays on Saturday, December 7, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM. The event will take place downtown, at Old Orchard Beach Chamber of Commerce. FMI email [email protected], call 207-934-2500 or visit www.
oldorchardbeachmaine.com.
Cookies & Cocktails, 1 PM - 3 PM. Learn how to craft a few classic cookies with a few holiday inspired party style cocktails for a crowd! $35 per person, 21+ only.To reserve your spot call 207-967-3118. Stripers Waterside Restaurant, 133 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport
Pin the Nose on Rudolph, 1 PM - 3 PM. See how close you can get to putting Rudolph's nose back on! Prizes for all who try. Coffee Roasters of the Kennebunks, 163 Port Road, Kennebunk
Wreath Making Workshop, 1 PM - 3 PM. Join us for our annual Wreath Making Workshop. Play with the amazing wreath making machine or wire yours on a ring by hand. Additional dressing and ribbon can be purchased a la carte. Cost: $45 per person. Sign up at our website www.snugharborfarm.com/calendar. Snug Harbor Farm, 87 Western Avenue, Kennebunk
Maine & Vine Wine Tasting, 1 PM - 5 PM. Join us at Maine & Vine for a holiday wine tasting. Cost includes a commemorative Kennebunkport's Christmas Prelude™ tasting glass to take home! $5 per person. Drop in. Maine & Vine, 13 Western Avenue, Kennebunk
Sunday, December 8
Book Signing with Saundra Gnidziejko, author of The Mudman and the Rabbit, Fine Print Booksellers, 28 Dock Square, Kennebunkport, 1-2 PM.
Tuesday, December 10
Homes for the Holidays – A Festive Community Supper. See page 6 of the issue for more information. FMI www.homesfortheholidays.brownpapertickets.com.
Thursday, December 12
Fast & Fun Watercolor Painting Class, Sally Caldwell Fisher Gallery, 149 Port Road, Kennebunk, 5-7 PM. All materials are included, no experience necessary. FMI wwwsallycaldwellfisher.com.
Friday, December 13
Town Tree Lighting at Veterans Park, Ogunquit 8:15 PM. Join in caroling and enjoy warm drinks and cookies generously donated by The Village Food Market and Moon Over Maine Bed and Breakfast. Weather permitting.
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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