The Sandy River Ramblers will perform their first concert since their hiatus being forced by the pandemic at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 12, at Lakeside Orchards, 318 Readfield Road in Manchester. The Ramblers are Maine’s longest-lasting bluegrass band, having been performing regularly since 1983. “As far as we know, we’re the only bluegrass band ever […]
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Looking Back on June 9
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Women’s Home Missionary Society of the High Street Methodist Church entertained “Mother’s Jewels”, the junior society, in the vestry Thursday afternoon. A fine program and games were in order, and refreshments were served. A large number of parents and children were present. Mrs. A.E. Chitenden is president of the society. […]
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Bob Marley to perform at The Elm
The Waterville entertainment venue welcomes back guests.
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ArtsFarmington to host a return engagement of the Maine Squeeze
ArtsFarmington will host a return engagement of the Maine Squeeze, famed six-member accordion ensemble. They will appear outdoors at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 12, at the Titcomb Ski Lodge, off Morrison Hill Road in West Farmington. Maine Squeeze has been squeezing together since 1996 throughout the state at fairs, festivals, concerts, private and community events. […]
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Looking Back on June 8
100 Years Ago: 1921 Many local typists gathered at the Maine School of Commerce rooms in Auburn Wednesday to witness the remarkable performance of Howard G. Pfrommer, “speed king” of the typewriter. Mr. Pfrommer demonstrated that the typewriter is easily one of the greatest assets to business men that has ever been invented. The dexterity […]
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Looking Back on June 7
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Hotel Cortland, Auburn, will open its newly renovated dining rooms to the public on Sunday morning. Mr and Mrs. N.M. Garnett will personally conduct their dining room business serving meals on the European and American plan. Quality food with clean surroundings will be the word. 50 Years Ago: 1971 A […]
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Summer movie series, acoustic music series and community concerts planned for Auburn
The team at the Auburn Recreation Department will present music, movies, and other summer fun for 2021. “There really is something for everyone,” said Recreation Director Sabrina Best in a news release. “Our team has done a great job planning and organizing programs and events for this summer that capture our traditional offerings while adding […]
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Mike Preston and Kim Curry to perform Music for Mavis concert
Music for Mavis Tuesdays at the Gazebo will feature Mike Preston and Kim Curry, a country duo, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, at the Turner Public Library on Matthew’s Way in Turner. Curry is a talented singer, vocally fronting The Nashville Express band for 10 years every Friday and Saturday night at Country Crossroads […]
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Looking Back on June 5
100 Years Ago: 1921 Harry L. Plummer of Lewiston, who spent the holiday at New Meadows, confirms the current report here that the road to Orrs Island is now in excellent condition. This road has been a nightmare of motorists for several years. Mr. Plummer and his wife covered the trip to the island for […]