An exhibition of Robert Shetterly’s “Americans Who Tell the Truth” portraits will open at the Bates Mill Atrium, 35 Canal St., Lewiston, on Nov. 15 and runs through Dec. 15. The entire collection of more than 270 portraits will be on display, portraying American figures — ranging from historical icons to contemporary activists — who […]
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Jazz septet celebrates Ellington and Strayhorn at Concerts for a Cause
UUCB Concerts for a Cause presents the Novel Jazz Septet at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at the church to raise money for the Brunswick Area Teen Center and Maine Family Planning. The concert will feature the music of the iconic Duke Ellington and his equally iconic musical collaborator, Billy Strayhorn, who together wrote some […]
Lincoln County Community Theater brings Monica Wood’s ‘Saint Dad’ to the stage
Lincoln County Community Theater presents “Saint Dad,” a comedy by Maine playwright Monica Wood, Nov. 21-24. This is a heartwarming and humorous tale about the Casey family as they grapple with faith, family and forgiveness in the fictional Maine town of Greeney Lake. “Saint Dad” plays at Damariscotta’s historic Lincoln Theater. “Saint Dad” is directed […]
Photos: At the crossroad of art and words
Explore the Rockland Public Library with members of the Rockland Poetry Peers, who will share poetic responses to art in the historic building, and Deputy Library Director Patty King, who will talk about the background of the art pieces. Art will include paintings by illustrator Debby Atwell, oil paintings by artists Laura Waller and Ronald […]
River Arts decks the halls with ‘Celebration’ exhibition
River Arts in Damariscotta is filled with fine art and fine craft created by Maine artists for the holiday season. “Celebration” features over a hundred artists displaying over 300 artworks. The show encourages gallery patrons to shop locally for affordable art for the holiday season, which in turn supports Maine artists. An opening reception for […]
Midcoast craftsmen get swept up by tools for choring
Wiscasset small business owners suggest holiday gifts for loved ones — from sustainable kitchen towels to handcrafted wooden brooms.
Cooking at the Cove: A pumpkin spice life
Yes, it’s that time of year, and I can’t let it pass by without giving a shout-out to everything pumpkin spice. This is the dessert to make anytime this season, and when Thanksgiving comes around, it’s the perfect fit if you’re undecided about making apple, pumpkin or pecan pie. The flavors and textures of this […]
The Theater Project’s Young Company to put on ‘Macbeth’ in Brunswick
The Theater Project in Brunswick presents “Macbeth” by William Shakespeare, directed by Lisa Muller, with shows Nov 15-24. The Theater Project’s Young Company will bring this classic tragedy to life at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and at 2 p.m. Sundays. In Shakespeare’s classic tragedy of ambition and power, Macbeth hears a prophecy that he […]
Czech Republic’s Bennewitz Quartet brings chamber music to the Midcoast
The Opera House in Boothbay Harbor will be the venue for a rare Maine appearance by the Bennewitz Quartet from Czech Republic at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16. The evening’s program includes Joseph Haydn’s “String Quartet Op. 77 No. 2 in F major,” Bedrich Smetana’s “String Quartet No. 2 in D Minor” and Antonin Dvorak’s […]
From the Chocolate Church: Studio Theatre of Bath to bring heartwarming family musical ‘HONK!’ to the CCAC
Celebrating community and the power of self-acceptance through joy and humor.