The Brick Store Museum recently opened its summer exhibition, “Making the Modern World: A Century+ of Progress.” Based on the style and theming of the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair, the exhibition explores changes in communications, transportation, health, and well-being, all of which affect each of our lives today.

Visitors exploring the exhibition can expect to find nearly 100 artifacts that many in the community will remember using, but may have not seen each format collected together. For instance, a discussion of the moving picture showcases everything from a Magic Lantern to a 1980s television set.

The exhibition also includes a never-before-seen navigation chart, used by a local 19th-century ship captain, which measures at eight feet long.

The exhibition is open through August, and is sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday with varied hours. For m ore information, visit www.brickstoremuseum.org.

The museum also announced last week that its education department will host upcoming classes and camps available for children and adults to explore local history and art this summer. Drawing on Gooch’s Beach, weeklong children’s art camps, and storytelling evenings will begin in June.

For adults looking to learn drawing, teaching artist Susan Demeo will offer four sessions (starting June 1) at Gooch’s Beach to sketch in “plein air.” All levels are welcome, to learn how to draw complex forms in the open air. Participants will draw outside at Gooch’s Beach, with Demeo’s instruction and support. Sessions are $35 each, and registration is available through www.brickstoremuseum.org or by calling 207-985-4802.

For children, the museum offers a June early-release workshop on Wednesday, June 7 from 1-3:00 p.m., in which students will learn the art of mono printing using material from local beaches. The workshop fee is $25 per student. Three weeklong summer camps are also planned for the weeks of July 17 (Wool Week); July 24 (In the Maine Studio); and Aug. 7 (Community Art Project).

For more information, visit www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar.

Graves Library announces activity offerings

Lego madness and Pokemon at Graves Library: Imagine, create, build on Tuesday, May 23
from 3-4 p.m. Unstructured build time followed by a group building challenge, games and prizes. The library will also have a Pokemon-themed scavenger hunt for prizes and a few lucky patrons will find PokeBalls hidden in books and win a pack of cards.

The program is for elementary-aged students. Preregistration is required at 967-2778.

Movie Night: Join the library for Movie Night, Thursday, May 25, at 6:45 p.m. All are welcome to attend. The movie nights are community builders and participants will most likely see familiar faces attending. Light refreshments will be served.

Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is located at 18 Maine St., Kennebunkport. For more information, call 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

Maine Women in the Arts Awards Show set for May 26-28

Maine Women in the Arts launches its 2023 show season with its annual Awards Show, May 26-28. The show is being held at the Brick Store Museum Program Center at 4 Dane St., Kennebunk.

The event is an opportunity to celebrate the arts and local artists. More than 40 local artists will share their best work with the community. Work will be presented in a variety of mediums including oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings, encaustics, photography, and more.

The opening reception is 4-7 p.m. Friday, May 26, with live music and refreshments. The show continues May 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and May 28, noon to 3 p.m.

The objective of Maine Women in the Arts is to promote and give exposure to local artists and their work in all media. For more information, visit  www.mainewomenarts.com.

Tri City Community Chorus celebrates 25th anniversary

Tri City Community Chorus will present “Awake My Soul and Sing! The Year of the Silver Jubilee,” a concert that celebrates all the reasons people sing, on June 3 at First Parish Church in Saco. The concert begins at 7 p.m.

After making it through two years without performing, the chorus is back to celebrate its Silver Anniversary with new director, Dr. Christian Giddings, and accompanist, Jeffrey Coggins.

The concert will feature works including “Georgia on My Mind,” “The Awakening,” “Hope For The World” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”

Tri City Community Chorus has nearly 20 new members who have joined for the season. Tickets may be purchased for $10 at www.tricitycommunitychorus.com or at the door, also for $10.

First Parish Church is located at Main and Beach streets in Saco.

Astronomical society will meet June 2

The Astronomical Society of Northern New England will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 2 at The New School in Kennebunk. The New School is located at 38 York St. (Route 1). A business meeting, also open to the public, commences at 7 p.m.

The society will host a presentation by Peggy Schick. Schick is a professional astrologer who serves individual clients through her private practice in Topsham. Doctoral study in-depth psychology informs her work. She also teaches astrology classes and offers presentations through nonprofit organizations. She is certified in archetypal astrology through the Institute of Transpersonal and Archetypal Studies in New York.

For more information, visit www.peggyschick.com.

The Astronomical Society of Northern New England is a local association of amateur astronomers that meets monthly at The New School in Kennebunk. Meetings are on the first Friday of each month. All those interested in astronomy are welcome, from stargazers and hobbyists, to serious observers, astrophotographers, and those interested in astronomical theory.

For more information or updates about meetings, visit www.ASNNE.org.

Holy Cross celebrating 50th anniversary

Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Kennebunk officially became a congregation in May of 1973.

According to a May 14 news release, “the church is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a community of faith, giving thanks to God for the abiding love and presence felt through the years. On Sunday, May 21, New England Synod Bishop James Hazelwood will provide the sermon at the 10 a.m. service, while Pastor Rich Horner and former Pastor John Corgan will help to lead worship. The community is welcome to join the congregation for a festive celebration looking back over church history, but more importantly looking forward to its ongoing purpose of serving others and sharing God’s love.”

For more information, visit www.kennebunklutheran.org or call 207-985-4803.

Amateur Radio Society announces meetings

The New England Radio Discussion Society meets biweekly on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. throughout the year at The New School in Kennebunk.

The club informally gathers to support and promote amateur (Ham) radio. Discussion topics include: early and contemporary equipment, digital technology, internet integration, and striving for rare international contacts. Most meetings include a tech talk by one of the society’s members.

Upcoming meetings will be held May 23, and June 6 and June 20. The New School is located at 38 York St.

For more information, contact Alex at 207-967-8812.

Residents earn academic award

The following local residents have earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University (Salt Lake City). The award is given to students who perform at a superior level in their coursework.

Rochelle Trudo, of Kennebunkport, earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University School of Education. Sierra

Kniskern, of Biddeford, earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University Leavitt School of Health.

Arundel Memorial Day observance planned

The Arundel Historical Society will host a Memorial Day observance on May 28. It will be held at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial, at the fire station on Limerick Road in Arundel.

The event will feature a reading of the honor roll, a message from the moderator, laying of a wreath and Taps. The children from Mildred L. Day School will perform songs in honor of veterans. The public is invited to pay respect to those who have served in the armed forces.

Arundel Historical Society schedules bean supper

The Arundel Historical Society will host a baked bean and pasta Supper on June 3. It will be held at the Mildred L. Day School gym from 4:30 to 6 p.m.. The school is located on the Limerick Road in Arundel.

The menu features two types of baked beans, mac and cheese, American chop suey, hot dogs, coleslaw, cornbread/rolls, drinks and coffee and homemade desserts. Takeout is available.

Suggested donations: Adults, $10, children 6-10 years, $5, children 5 and younger, free. There will be historical displays, membership information, raffle calendars, and merchandise available. The event benefits the Arundel Historical Society and all are welcome to attend.

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