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State of Maine Calendar of Events
May 2007 - June 2007
05/04/2007- 35th Annual Maritime History Symposium
05/06/2007 Maine Maritime Museum's acclaimed symposium with national speakers on historical and contemporary maritime themes. Location: Maine Maritime Museum, 243 Washington St, Bath. Contact: Nathan Lipfert, Maine Maritime Museum. Telephone: 207-443-1316. E-mail: lipfert@bathmaine.com. www.mainemaritimemuseum.org.
05/05/2007 MeduxnekeagRiver Canoe Race
A popular northern Maine whitewater race. The eight-mile run starts in the town of New Limerick and finishes in Houlton. Part of the Maine Canoe and Kayak Racing Organization's Downriver Series. Times: Registration 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.; race starts 10:00 a.m. Location: Meduxnekeag River, Houlton. Contact: Peter Blood. Telephone: 207-532-2577. E-mail: cibpgb@ainop.com. www.mackro.org.
05/13/2007 111th Season Finale
The Bangor Symphony Orchestra's 111th season finale concert featuring Mozart, Grieg, Shastakovich, and the world premier of Richard Francis' Bangor Overture. Location: Maine Center for the Arts, University of Maine, Orono. Times: 3:00 p.m. Fees: $13 - $40. Contact: Bangor Symphony Orchestra. Telephone: 207-942-5555. E-mail: symphony@bangorsymphony.com. www.bangorsymphony.com.
05/19/2007 Annual Fiddlers Contest and Old Time Radio
Top fiddlers from Maine and New England square off in this lively competition. Additional entertainment from the Old Time Radio Gang. Times: 7:30 p.m. Location: S. Judson Dunaway Center, School St, Ogunquit. Contact: Ogunquit Performing Arts. Telephone: 207-646-6170. E-mail: info@ogunquit.org. www.ogunquit.org.
05/19/2007- Caribou City Wide Yard Sale
05/20/2007 A sale so large, visitors find their way around with printed maps. More than 150 participants will be on hand with something for every treasure hunter. If you need something, there's a good chance you'll find it here. Location: Caribou. Contact: Caribou Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Telephone: 207-498-6156. Toll Free: 800-722-7648. E-mail: info@cariboumaine.net. www.cariboumaine.net.
05/19/2007- Moose Mainea
06/16/2007 Dedicated to Greenville's most popular four-legged resident, this month-long celebration features a variety of activities for all ages. Moose River Canoe race, mountain bike race, Tour de Moose, craft fair, kid's fun day, and the famous Moose Tales. Location: Greenville. Contact: Moosehead Lake Region Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-695-2702. Toll Free: 1-888-876-2778. E-mail: info@mooseheadlake.org. www.mooseheadlake.org.
05/23/2007 Thomas Hill Standpipe Tour
Built in 1897, the Standpipe was constructed on the highest point in Bangor. It was designed for firefighting and as the reserve water supply for the city. Magnificent view of the city and surrounding area and it is a National Historic Landmark. Fees: None. Times: 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: Thomas Hill Road, Bangor. Contact: Bangor Water District. Telephone: 207-947-4516. www.bangorwater.org.
05/25/2007 Opening of the Shaker Museum Season
The Shaker Museum is located in the Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, the last active Shaker community. The museum offers exhibits, tours, workshops, crafts demonstrations, and special events. Fees: Admission free. Tour fees: $6.50 adults, $2 children under 12, free for children under 6. Times: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: Route 26, New Gloucester. Contact: Leonard L. Brooks, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village. Telephone: 207-926-4597. E-mail: usshakers@aol.com. www.shaker.lib.me.us.
05/26/2007- Arts & Air Fest
05/27/2007 The Arts & Air Fest is sure to please everyone. There will be hot air balloon rides, antique cars, crafters, food vendors, among many other attractions to draw all appetites. Location: Skowhegan. Contact: Skowhegan Area Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-474-3621. E-mail: info@skowheganchamber.com. www.skowheganchamber.com.
05/27/2007 Kids' Wheels, Vintage Cars & Antique Aeroplane Show
Old cars and kids' wheels kick off the new season. Vehicle demonstrations, free Model T rides, children's activities and more. Fees: Adults $8, children under 12 - $6, children under 5 free; family $22. Times: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: Owls Head Transportation Museum, Rte. 73, Owls Head. Contact: Park Morrison, Owls Head Transportation Museum. Telephone: 207-594-4418. E-mail: info@ohtm.org. www.ohtm.org.
05/30/2007- Children's Days at Maine Forest & Logging Museum
06/01/2007 Children are invited to participate in period appropriate activities to learn what life was like in the 1790s and early 1800s before electricity. Registration is required. Fees: $1 adults, $2 children, members free. Times: 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Location: Maine Forest & Logging Museum. Contact: Maine Forest & Logging Museum, Rt. 178, Bradley. Telephone: 207-581-2871. E-mail: info@leonardsmills.com. www.leonardsmills.com.
06/01/2007- MountHopeCemetery Tours
10/26/2007 Join these guided walking tours of the second-oldest garden cemetery in the United States on the first Friday of each month, rain or shine. For the month of October, it will be every Friday. The cemetery features period architecture, historical memorials and graceful monuments. Fees: Adults $5; $4 seniors; members and children under 18 free. Times: 6:00 p.m.; 5:00 p.m. in October. Location: Mount Hope Cemetery, Superintendent's Building, 1048 State Street, Bangor. Contact: Bangor Museum & Center for History. Telephone: 207-942-1900. E-mail: info@bangormuseum.org. www.bangormuseum.com.
06/02/2007 Family Fishing Festival
This family festival will feature casting workshops along with a fishing derby to help teach the 'catch and release' ethic important to preserving Maine's fishing resources. There will be a hand-tied fly demonstration, exhibitors, outdoor barbecue, and more. Fees: Free. Location: AndroscogginRiver. Times: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Contact: Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-824-2282. E-mail: info@bethelmaine.com. www.bethelmaine.com.
06/08/2007- Maine Canoe Symposium
06/10/2007 Join us at a classic Maine woodland camp for a weekend of learning and celebrating the breadth of canoe sport in a family friendly environment. Enjoy lessons, demonstrations, slide presentations, and on-the-water fun. All ages and levels are welcome. Fees: Adults $80; before 5/1 $65, plus meals & camping fee. Location: 35 Winona Rd, Winona Camps, Bridgton. Contact: Kim Gass, Maine Canoe Symposium. Telephone: 207-627-4429. E-mail: jgass1@maine.rr.com. www.mainecanoesymposium.org.
06/09/2007 Old York Historical Society Opening Day
The museum opens for the 2007 season with hearth-cooking demonstrations and meet the new Elizabeth Perkins Fellows while they give tours of the buildings. Fees: Adults $10; Seniors $9; Ages 6-16 $5; Free for members and guests. Times: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: 207 York Street, York. Contact: Old York Historical Society. Telephone: 207-363-4974. E-mail: oyhs@oldyork.org. www.oldyork.org.
06/10/2007 Rods, Mods & Tuners & Antique Aeroplane Show
See 250 hot rods and custom vehicles plus a variety of 60s and 70s muscle cars. There will be vintage race cars, vehicle demonstrations, children's activities, and more. Fees: Adults $8, Children $6, under 5 free, Family $22. Times: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: Owls Head Transportation Museum, Rt. 73, Owls Head. Contact: Park Morrison, Owls Head Transportation Museum. Telephone: 207-594-4418. E-mail: info@ohtm.org. www.ohtm.org.
06/14/2007- Blistered Fingers Family Bluegrass Festival
06/17/2007 Some of the greatest bluegrass music at one of the largest family events in New England. Don't just hear about it - experience it! Check the Web site for more information. Fees: $55 weekend pass which covers 4 days of music and camping. Daily passes available. Times: Vary - check Web site. Location: Silver Spur Riding Club, Rte 104, Exit 120 off I-95, Sidney. Contact: Blistered Fingers. Telephone: 207-873-6539. E-mail: webmaster@blisteredfingers.com. http://www.blisteredfingers.com.
06/15/2007- 6th Annual Lupine Festival
06/17/2007 Along with live music there will be art, sculpture and quilt contests, a giant yard sale, private garden tours by bus and the "Lupine Loop" driving map to help you locate fields in bloom. Fees: Most events free. Times: Fri 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.; Sat 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Deer Isle-Stonington. Contact: Christina Shipps, Deer Isle-Stonington Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-367-2420. E-mail: info@innontheharbor.com. www.deerisle.com.
06/15/2007- Sunday River to the Sea Bicycle Trek Across Maine
06/17/2007 A three day bicycling event where nearly 1700 riders trek 180 miles (average 60 miles per day) across scenic Maine. Start at the mountains of Sunday River Ski Resort and finish on the scenic coast of Maine. Fees: $50. Location: Sunday River Ski Resort, Newry. Contact: Wendy Grenier, American Lung Association of Maine. Telephone: 207-622-6394. Toll Free: 800-499-5964. E-mail: wgrenier@mainelung.org. www.mainelung.org.
06/17/2007- Legacy of the Arts
06/24/2007 The annual Legacy of the Arts celebration features the best in music, art, theater, dance and history in Bar Harbor. There will be concerts, workshops, meet the artists sessions, and much more! Times: All day. Location: Downtown Bar Harbor. Contact: Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-288-5103. E-mail: visitors@barharborinfo.com. www.barharbormaine.com.
06/21/2007- Annual Greek Heritage Festival
06/23/2007 This spectacular three-day Greek Festival is a wonderful family event that each year draws more than 10,000 visitors from around the greater Portland area. Along with exquisite Greek cuisine, there will be live music and traditional dancing. Times: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Location: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 133 Pleasant Street, Portland. Contact: Greg Tselikis. Telephone: 207-774-0281. E-mail: gtselikis@aol.com. www.holytrinityportland.org.
06/21/2007- La Kermesse Franco-Americaine Festival
06/24/2007 The twenty-fifth anniversary of the La Kermesse featuring the celebration of all customs and traditions with continuous entertainment, fireworks, parade, block party, food and more. Fees: Advance weekend button sale $10; $15 weekend. Times: Check Web site for specific times. Location: St. Louis Field, West Street, Biddeford. Contact: Priscille Gagnon, President, La Kermesse Festival. Telephone: 207-468-3921. E-mail: kermesse@maine.rr.com. www.lakermessefestival.com.
06/22/2007- Maine Antique Tractor Club Festival
06/24/2007 The largest gathering of antique tractors in the state. Many antique machinery exhibits, tractor games, pulls, farm equipment auction and Maine crafts. Fees: $5 adults, ages 11 -17 $2; 10 & under free. Times: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: Farmington Fairgrounds, High St, Farmington. Contact: Richard Larrivee. Telephone: 207-892-4946. E-mail: rlarr437@aol.com. www.maineantiquetractorclub.com.
06/22/2007- The Whatever Family Festival - 30th Annual
07/04/2007 Free family fun! Don't miss this 13-day fun-packed festival with celebrations in Gardiner, Augusta, and surrounding towns. Events will include music, sports tournaments, races, dancing, fireworks, parades and much, much more. Fees: Most events free. Location: Greater Augusta. Contact: Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-623-4559. E-mail: info@augustamaine.com. www.augustamaine.com.
06/23/2007 MaineCoast BikeFest & Antique Aeroplane Show
A meet for motorcycles of any year, make and model. Vehicle demonstrations, biplane ride auction, free Model T rides, children's activities and more. Location: OwlsHeadTransportationMuseum, Rte. 73, Owls Head. Times: Fees: Adults $8; Children $6; children under 5 free; Family $22. Contact: Park Morrison. Telephone: 207-594-4418. E-mail: info@ohtm.org. www.ohtm.org.
06/23/2007 Summer Solstice Night
A celebration of summer and a kick-off to the summer season. Main Street will be closed off from traffic for the evening and there will be live music, entertainment, street dancing, food and special events. Times: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Location: Main St, Rockland. Contact: Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-596-0376. E-mail: info@TheRealMaine.com. www.TheRealMaine.com.
06/23/2007 Flye Point Music & Arts Festival
A day of incredible music amid the breathtaking beauty of the Maine coast featuring
performers such as Little River Band, Melanie, the Mammals, and more. Local artists will be selling and displaying their original artwork. Fees: Pre-sale tickets: Adults $35, children 12 and under $10; parking $5. No tickets sold at the gate. Times: 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Location: The Lookout Inn, Flye Point Road, Brooklin. Contact: Jeff Salzmann. Telephone: 207-359-2127. E-mail: jeff03@hypernet.com. www.fpmusicfest.com.
06/23/2007- Maine Festival of the Book - A Celebration of Reading and Writing
06/24/2007 Join us for a weekend of readings, book sales, author signings, discussions, interviews, children's programs, and performances celebrating writers, readers, and publishers. The Gala opening will be on Friday, June 22. Location: Downtown Portland, Monument Square, Congress Street, Portland. Fees: All events are free except the Gala. Tickets are open seating and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Contact: Sarah Cecil. Telephone: 207-871-9100. E-mail: info@mainereads.org. www.mainereads.org.
06/23/2007- The 57th Annual Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce Art Show
06/24/2007 Artists will display and sell their original works on the Village Green, Main and Mt. Desert Streets, and downtown Bar Harbor. Times: 6/23 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; 6/24 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: Main & Mt. Desert Streets, Bar Harbor. Contact: Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-288-5103. E-mail: visitors@barharborinfo.com. www.barharbormaine.com.
06/23/2007- Bowdoin International Music Festival
08/04/2007 The Bowdoin Summer Music Festival presents internationally-renowned artists in concert on Wednesday and Friday nights, in air-conditioned Crooker Theater. Fees: $30. Times: 8:00 p.m. Location: Crooker Theater, Brunswick High School, Maquoit Rd, Brunswick. Contact: Peter Simmons. Telephone: 207-373-1400. E-mail: info@bowdoinfestival.org. www.summermusic.org.
06/24/2007 Wells Chamber of Commerce Antique Show
The Wells Antiques Show will be held on the historic and spectacular grounds of the Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm. Seventy-five exhibitors will be displaying and selling antiques of the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. Fees: $5 adults. Times: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: Laudholm Farm, Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells. Contact: Wells Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-646-2451. E-mail: wellschamber@wellschamber.org. www.wellschamber.org.
06/26/2007- 45th Annual Windjammer Days Festival
06/27/2007 Full rigged windjammers sail into the harbor. Two fun-filled days of harbor side concerts, fireworks, an antique boat parade, a street parade, games and activities for the children, and plenty of food. Times: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Location: Waterfront, Boothbay Harbor. Contact: Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-633-2352. E-mail: seamaine@boothbayharbor.com. www.boothbayharbor.com.
06/24/2007- Acadian Festival
07/01/2007 The Acadian Festival has grown to become the State of Maine's largest cultural festival celebrating the unique Acadian culture and heritage with a number of events that serve as a reminder of the past and celebration of the present. Location: Madawaska. Contact: Barbara Deschaine, Madawaska Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 207-728-6250. E-mail: valleyvisit@pwless.net. www.acadianfestival.com.
06/30/2007 Strawberry Festival
This yearly event is filled with entertainment, food, artisans and strawberry shortcake. Location: South Berwick. Times: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Contact: South Berwick Strawberry Festival Committee. Telephone: 207-384-2882. E-mail: info@southberwickstrawberryfestival.com. www.southberwickstrawberryfestival.com.
06/30/2007 Kingfield Pops
A fun and festive event featuring familiar and patriotic music for the whole family along with family activities and selection of vendors, including area food vendors. In keeping with the 4th of July celebration, the evening will close with a fabulous fireworks display. Location: Kennedy Farm, Route 142, Kingfield. Times: 5:00 p.m. Fees: Adults $20; ($25 at the gate); children under 18 free accompanied by adult. Contact: Bangor Symphony Orchestra. Telephone: 207-942-5555. E-mail: symphony@bangorsymphony.com. www.bangorsymphony.com.
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