The Celebration Barn plans to presents An Evening with the Lazours, featuring Daniel and Patrick Lazour, two brothers who have garnered acclaim as songwriters and performers. The Celebration Barn artists-in-residence will share brand new work in this intimate evening of original story-songs starting at 7:30 p.m. Saturay, Aug. 13, at Stock Farm Road in South […]
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Second annual Fiddlers’ Rendezvous to be held in Lewiston park
The second annual Fiddlers’ Rendezvous, presented by LA Arts, will be held from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 14, in Kennedy Park in Lewiston. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy some free, live music in the park from a wonderful lineup of accomplished musicians: Lineup Melissa Bragdon Caron, a fiddler known for playing […]
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Looking Back on Aug. 6
100 Years Ago: 1922 Those who, not unnaturally, think of undertakers’ conventions are very serious occasions, devoted chiefly to a discussion of subjects in their profession, should read the announcement of what is to take place at that convention of the Maine Association in Augusta, August 8-10. There will be discussions and business details, certain, […]
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UMaine Farmington arts center to host 2 new exhibits
The University of Maine at Farmington Emery Community Arts Center plans to wrap up the summer season with two new exhibits. They include “Collaboration: The Power of Two,” featuring the art of Meredith Mustard and Judy (Foss) Tollefson, and “New Works” by photographer Fred Dearnley, according to a news release from the center. “Collaboration: The […]
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Looking Back on Aug. 4
100 Years Ago: 1922 Wassee Cottage named from Lake Pennesseewassee, on the shore of Norway’s beautiful lake, is one of the most popular places along the road, and has now proved a lucky selection. The cottage is a modern tea room, containing three rooms, a kitchenette 7×10, equipped with conveniences for quick service, the store […]
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Live music at Mixers this weekend
The Veggies take the stage from 8 p.m.-12 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 5, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The Veggies are Don Hebert, Anna Hunnewell, Ray Tardif, Moe McKenna, and Shawn Callahan. Mixers celebrates owner Christina with a birthday party featuring Tattooed Lies from 8 p.m.-12 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6. Tattooed Lies is a […]
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Local filmmakers win prizes at 25th Maine International Film Festival
The Maine Film Center announces the winners of the Tourmaline and Audience Favorite Prizes from the 25th annual Maine International Film Festival (MIFF). Running from July 8-17, this year’s MIFF featured nearly 100 films, 22 of which were made in Maine. The Tourmaline Prizes, awarded for the first time this year and named for Maine’s […]
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Author BJ Bangs hosting local book signings
Award-winning Maine author BJ Bangs is hosting three local book signings in August for her new book, “Who Needs Men, I’ve Got Cats.” The book is a recipient of a 2021 Certificate of Excellence Award from the International Cat Association. On Sunday, Aug. 14, she will be at the First Choice Animal Care Appreciation Event, […]
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Looking Back on Aug. 3
100 Years Ago: 1922 Workmen were busy Wednesday laying the steel girders for Auburn’s municipal garage at the rear of the city building. 50 Years Ago: 1972 The chimes atop the Northeast Bank branch in Auburn have not been heard of late and there have been numerous inquiries about their cessation. Thomas F. Crowley, bank […]
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Auditions to be held for ‘Rocky Horror Show’ production
Local theater company Rocky for Equality, in partnership with Community Little Theatre, will hold auditions for their production of Richard O’Brien’s “Rocky Horror Show.” Auditions will take place at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 14, and Monday, Aug. 15, at Community Little Theatre in Auburn. Call-backs are scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 16. […]