August 30 - September 2, 2007: Brunswick
Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Festival, 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Recognized internationally for its world-class bluegrass entertainers, coastal site, and family atmosphere. This 4-day bluegrass event features Rhonda Vincent, Marty Raybon, The Lewis Family, Peter Rowan, Tony Rice and many, many more! Field Pickin', 24 hour food and security. Free camping with a weekend ticket. Children under 12 are FREE! Workshops & kids activities as well. Tickets range from $25- $120. FMI: Pati Crooker, 207-725-6009 or 877-872-4321; www.thomaspointbeach.com
August 31 – September 2, 2007: Camden
13th Annual Windjammer Weekend
The largest single gathering of the Maine Windjammer fleet arrives in Camden Harbor to celebrate the windjammer industry. Live music, performances, nautical activities and demonstrations, boat parade, fireworks, and films. FMI: Jim Leonard, 207-236-4404; www.windjammerweekend.com
September 1, 2007: Ogunquit
3rd Annual Almost Labor Day Auction
Annual fundraiser featuring an array of silent auction items and a live art auction offering a selection of fine art created by regionally and nationally recognized artists. At the Ogunquit Museum of American Art, 543 Shore Road. FMI: 207-646-4909; www.ogunquitmuseum.org
September 1, 2007: Boothbay Harbor
Art @ Waterfront Park, 10 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Juried outdoor exhibit with more than 20 artists participating on Commercial Street in
Boothbay Harbor. FMI: Sally Johnson, 207-633-2703; www.boothbayartists.org
September 1-2, 2007: Boothbay Common
Annual Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
A show and sale of arts and crafts on the common. Rain date is September 9-10. Located on Route 27. FMI: Vicki Huskins, 207-633-4204
September 3, 2007: Rockland
Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse Open House
Lighthouse and gift shop open to the public. There is no admission fee but donations are greatly appreciated. No restrooms and no pets inside the lighthouse. FMI: Elizabeth Steele, 207-594-8628; echo522@hotmail.com.
September 3, 2007: New Harbor
Castlebay in Concert, 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Castlebay, the Celtic musical duo of Julia Lane and Fred Gosbee, will perform music of the Colonial era at the Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site on Old Fort Road in New Harbor. Admission is free. FMI: Matt McGuire, 207-677-2423; www.friendsofcolonialpemaquid.org
September 7-9, 2007: Eastport
Maine Salmon Festival
A seaside festival celebrating the Atlantic Salmon industry on the Maine coast. Free parking and free admission. Music, two day arts and craft show, Saturday Chowder dinners, Sunday great Salmon dinners, boat tours of the salmon pens, industry information, and a slide show on salmon aquaculture. Lots of fun in a stunning setting. Other activities included Maine wine tent, architectural tour, motorcycle show, dances and ice cream social. Downtown Eastport and Breakwater on Water Street in Eastport.
Free admission and parking, salmon dinner, and boat tour extra. FMI: Jack Marshfield, 207-853-4644; www.eastportme.net
September 7-16: Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor Food & Wine Classic
Winemakers, wine authorities, and chefs showcase the great marriage of food and wine at several locations in Bar Harbor during this inaugural 10-day festival. Grand vintner¹s dinners, tasting seminars, Champagne brunches, Riedel glass demos, and local and international music will all be featured. Venues include the Bar Harbor Club, Havana restaurant, and McKay's Public House. Ticket prices range from $39-$103 depending on the event/meal. Reservations can be made online: www.barharborfoodandwineclassic.com, or call the Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina at 207-288-5033. Full calendar of festival events: www.barharborfoodandwineclassic.com
September 8, 2007: Westbrook
6th Fall Festival of Arts & Crafts, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
United Maine Craftsmen's 6th annual Fall Festival of Arts and Crafts. More than 100 of Maine's talented artisans will be selling their unique handcrafted products on the beautiful grounds of Smiling Hill Farm, Route 22, Westbrook. $1 admission, children under 12 free. Ample free parking, food vendors, rain or shine. FMI: Laurie Kelley, 207-621-2818; www.unitedmainecraftmen.com
September 8, 2007: Boothbay Harbor
Harbor Arts & Crafts Guild Show, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
An old-fashioned show and sale on the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library lawn. FMI: Sheila Lewis, 207-633-4862
September 8, 2007: Southwest Harbor
Mount Desert Island Music and Arts Festival, 10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
The largest single entertainment event to ever take place on Mount Desert Island. Featuring Buckwheat Zydeco, Tom Paxton, Jay Ungar and Molly Mason, The Backboners, Pat Colwell and the Soul Sensations, Marilyn Ryan and The Bear Canyon Ramblers. Beer tent, food tent, arts and crafts vendors. $35.00 Adult, $10.00 Child 6-12, Free 5 & Under. Located at Smuggler’s Den Campground activities field on Route 102. FMI: Thom Ingram, 207-288-4725; www.mdimusicfest.com
September 8, 2007: Ogunquit Beach
Capriccio Festival of Kites
Festival of kites on the main beach. FMI: Ogunquit Performing Arts, 207-646-6170.
September 9, 2007: Rockland
Short Ships Rowing Regatta, 12:00-2:00 p.m.
This 30-year-old fun and friendly race is open to all rowing and paddling craft and features a 3-mile inner harbor course. Racers compete for fun, prestige, and a variety of awards. Racers will start at the Atlantic Challenge pier, 643 Main Street, Rockland, row out to lighthouse, continue along the inside of the breakwater, and return to AC. Registration from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., skipper’s meeting at 11 a.m. The start of the race is at 12:00 p.m. (gigs start at 12:15 p.m.) Cost for participation is $15 per person. Non-profits and groups can expect a discount: racers pay $10 per person if there are at least 5 people on a crew. Racers who register by Monday, September 3rd will receive an event t-shirt at registration. FMI: Cullen Teel, 207-594-1800; cullent@atlanticchallenge.com; www.atlanticchallenge.com
September 13-15, 2007: Newport, Rhode Island
Newport International Boat Show
More than 850 exhibitors with 700-plus boats from 16 to 85 feet in length on display, along with kayaks, inflatables, equipment, and accessories of all types plus services, such as financing, insurance, storage, surveying, repair, and maintenance. Demonstrations, seminars, workshops and, for youngsters in the 5-14 age group, the Captain Kids program. Thursday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adult ticket purchased
at the show: Thursday, VIP Day - all tickets $25 (no discounts). Friday and Sunday - $16, Saturday - $18. Friday - Sunday children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult.
FMI: 401-846-1115; 800-582-7846; www.newportboatshow.com
Maine FareCopyright 2007 Jamie Bloomquist
September 14-16, 2007: Camden area
Maine Fare
This weekend celebration of Maine's bounty showcases food arts with a varied menu of activities that fuse the talent of Maine's culinary stars with the harvest of its working farmers, fishermen and food artisans. You’ll find chefs and presenters that include: Sam Hayward, Fore Street; Brian Hill, Francine; Melissa Kelly of Primo and Nancy Harmon Jenkins a nationally known food writer. The event will be centered at and around the Waterfall Events Center in the historic Knox Mill Center, in downtown Camden. For directions, a detailed event schedule and more, visit: www.mainefare.com or call (800) 854-5952.
September 14 – 15, 2007: Old Orchard Beach
14th Annual Car Show
Car show with many divisions, entertainment, trophies and awards. Friday night lineup on Main Street with parade and car show on Saturday. Great family fun for all. Sponsored by State Farm Insurance. FMI: 207-934-2500 or 800-365-9386; www.oldorchardbeachmaine.com
September 14, 2007 – November 22, 2007: Rockport
Far From the Tree: A Visual History of Woodturning
This exhibition features the work of influential contemporary wood artists who have expanded the language of simple vessel forms. The works on display feature a broad range of sensibilities yet are related through their use of wood, lathe and a shared history and takes a fresh look at the field’s roots and the steady expansion of woodturning that has resulted in a bold new approach to contemporary art. Messler Gallery, Center for Furniture Craftsmanship, Rockport, Maine. Opening reception on Friday, September 14th, from 5 - 7 p.m. Exhibition opening from Sept 14th – Nov 22nd, 2007. FMI: www.woodschool.org
September 14-16, 2007: Midcoast Maine
Country Roads Artists & Artisans Open Studio Tour
Open studio tour of more than 20 local artists and artisans in midcoast Maine. Local craftspeople will showcase their highly refined skills, displaying work, demonstrating techniques, answering questions, and serving light refreshments.
FMI: Avi Good, 207-236-9619; avi@michaelgood.com; www.artisantour.com
September 15, 2007: Freeport
The Lobsterman Triathlon
The Lobsterman Triathlon is one of the premier multisport events in New England, recognized nationally. Held at Freeport's beautiful Winslow Park, this Olympic distance race is a challenging course with a spectacular venue, and outstanding volunteer support. Post-race festivities include a huge lobsterbake with live music, and a beer garden. The Lobsterman benefits the Jessie B-C Fund, which supports the Maine Children's Cancer Program. Located at Winslow Park on Staple Point Road. FMI: Megan White, 207-653-2545; www.tri-maine.com
September 21-23, 2007: Unity
Common Ground Fair
Authentic country fair, uniting old-time folkways with progressive ideas about living the good life on a fragile planet. Common Ground Fair Grounds, Unity. FMI: MOFGA (Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association), 207-568-4142.
Row Hard No ExcusesCopyright 2007 Lantern Films / CamdenFilmFest.org
September 27-30: Midcoast Maine
Camden International Film Festival
The 3rd Annual Camden International Film Festival brings a wide variety of international documentary films to audiences in venues throughout Midcoast Maine. The festival is dedicated to promoting thought-provoking examination of documentary film as an art form as well as to providing an outlet for the independent and informed voice. “Row Hard No Excuses,” which chronicles the voyage of the only American entry in a 3,000-mile transatlantic rowing race from the Canary Islands to Barbados, will be screened at the Strand Theatre, Rockland, Friday, September 28 at 8:30PM. It is both an exciting sports-adventure story and an intimate portrait of the two-man crew that explores masculinity, midlife and ambition. Screening followed by Q&A with Director Luke Wolbach and Rower Tom Mailhot. Full schedule available online. FMI: 617-817-5376; www.camdenfilmfest.org.
Click here to view the trailer for "Row Hard No Excuses"
September 29-30, 2007: Camden
Harbor Arts Juried Arts & Crafts Show
More than100 artists and craftspeople display and sell their work amid peak foliage in this 24th annual outdoor exhibition in Camden. FMI: Jim Leonard, 207-236-4404; www.visitcamden.com
