May 10 Friday
OneBeat, one of the most exciting music presentations of the year, is coming to the Chocolate Church Arts Center in Bath on May 10th.
25 musicians from 19 countries will gather on the center's Main Stage for an exhilarating musical escapade.
The event is a celebration of unity, diversity, and the transformative power of music. The soul-stirring folk melodies of Saudi Arabia, the explosive sounds of Nairobi, the mesmerizing melodies of the Japanese Sho, and the infectious samba rhythms of Buenos Aires will all be featured in this unforgettable evening of exploration and connection.
OneBeat program was launched in 2012 by the U.S. State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The program invites young musicians to apply for free 30-day fellowships to develop and rehearse original music, followed by a 14-day tour. Once the tour is complete, OneBeat musicians return to their home countries and develop projects linked to music-driven social enterprises that are designed to make a positive impact on local communities.
Join OneBeat at the gazebo in Library Park on May 10th at noon for a little sampling of the incredible performances happening in the evening!
Prepare for an exhilarating musical escapade at The Chocolate Church in Bath, Maine, where 25 trailblazing artists from 19 nations are poised to deliver an electrifying performance like never before seen. Dive headfirst into the explosive sounds of Nairobi's burgeoning electronic scene, seamlessly merging with the mesmerizing melodies of the Japanese Shō, while the soul-stirring folk melodies of Saudi Arabia entwine effortlessly with the infectious samba rhythms of Buenos Aires. Feel the pulse quicken as these OneBeat Fellows sculpt an audacious sonic journey that defies all expectations and conventions. Join us as we mark the apex of a month-long odyssey of exploration and connection, where each note and rhythm beckons you to lose yourself in a musical mosaic crafted from the vibrant tapestry of global culture and innovation. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable evening celebrating unity, diversity, and the transformative power of music.
Acadian Fiddle Playing
Acadia Community Theater Proudly Presents its spring musical "Just So". Based on the Just So stories by Rudyard Kipling, "Before the High and Far-off Times... came the Time of the Very Beginnings," when everything was just so, until Pau Amma the Crab started playing with the ocean. This caused the lands to flood, disrupting the other animals and putting them in danger. While the rest of the animals accept their sad fate, Elephant's Child embarks on a journey to challenge and overcome the disobedient crab. Along the way, he meets other animals and discovers how the mysteries of their phenomenon came to be.
With a career spanning over two decades, Hanneke Cassel has helped redefine what it means to be a modern fiddler. A driving force in the ever-changing landscape of acoustic music, Hanneke blends originality and innovation with the spirit of Scottish traditional fiddle. Fusing musical roots from the Isle of Skye and Cape Breton Island with Americana stylings, Hanneke’s playing has been described by the Boston Globe as “exuberant and rhythmic, somehow wild and innocent, delivered with captivating melodic clarity and an irresistible playfulness.” Beyond the strings of her fiddle, it is Hanneke’s hugely generous presence and passion that round out her magnetism as a performer on the world stage of fiddle music. Appearing with Jenna Moynihan and Keith Murphy.
Lunenburg by Norm Foster
May 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11*, 12 - 2024
From the author of the hit comedy The Ladies Foursome, comes the perfect combination of mystery, comedy and romance. When Iris’ husband is unexpectedly killed in a plane crash, her lawyer reveals she has inherited a beautiful home in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia - that she never knew existed! Setting out from her home in Brunswick, Maine with her best friend by her side, she begins a laugh-filled and poignant road trip north to unravel the mystery of her husband’s secret life.
Tickets:$30 Adult / $25 Group (10+) / $15 Youth (12-18)Thurs-Fri 7:30 pm, Sat 3 pm, Sun 2 pm, *Sat May 11 - 3pm & 7:30 pm**all tickets are subject to a $3 handling feePlease join us for a post-show discussion with the cast and director following the Sun, May 5 matinee.
Run Time: approx 2 hoursHearing Assistance and handicapped seating are available upon request.
Sponsored by: Auburn Manufacturing, Austin Associates CPA, Bangor Savings Bank
Mainer comedian Chip Leighton, who has 1 million followers on social media, performs stand-up comedy benefit performance featuring his deadpan observations about marriage, parenting, and the ridiculous texts teens and college students send their parents. Proceeds benefit non-profit MCC.
Eliza Ruth Watson stars as “Mama” Cass Elliot, the iconic Grammy Award winning singer who died at age 32 in 1974. Best known for being a member of the 1960’s folk rock band The Mamas & The Papas, Elliot also released five solo albums, which included songs “Dream a Little Dream of Me”, “Make Your Own Kind of Music”, and “I’m Coming to The Best Part Of My Life”. Elliot was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998 and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022. This multimedia tribute is told through actual TV, radio, and print interviews with Elliot, and includes many of her musical hits.
May 11 Saturday
Get your canoes and kayaks ready! The Sebec Canoe and Kayak Race will be May 11th. Eight miles of fun and excitement ending at Milo town boat landing with a free lunch, raffle drawings (one prize is a new 14.5' Old Town Canoe!!), medals,Registration starts at 7:30 at Sebec Village Reading Room. Hot beverages and donuts available. Adults-$20, 16 and younger-$15. Participants get an event tee shirt. Questions? Bobby Ellison 207-943-2317 or tanyaellison3@yahoo.com