Apr 25 Thursday
Shannon Bowring will discuss the book The Road to Dalton with host Bill Nemitz on April 25th at 7:00 PM.
Do you love books? Are you interested in hearing from the author and looking behind the curtain at what the author was thinking while writing? Perhaps have the author respond to a question or two that has been on your mind about a particular scene or character. Look no further than the Maine Public Book Club!
Click HERE to join the book club and receive information about book club news & events!
May 02 Thursday
Join in the fun and register your team for a 2024 News & Brews Trivia night!
Team check-in starts at 5:30pm. Trivia starts at 6:00pm!
*Note that we can’t accept teams with more than 5 players.
Click HERE to see the full 2024 News & Brews schedule!
Apr 27 Saturday
Attendees at the Maine Fiddlehead Festival experience an eclectic collection of local farmers and food producers, craft vendors, food trucks, community non-profits, live farm animals, children's activities, and local musicians - including a performance by the Franklin County Fiddlers. The Festival kicks off at 10:00 am on the campus of the University of Maine at Farmington.
Visit Lewiston's largest spring artisan, craft, and vendor show on Saturday, April 27th! The Lewiston Armory will be open from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, with more than 70 vendors showcasing crafts, goods, and specialty items.The address is 65 Central Avenue, Lewiston, Maine 04240.As always, FREE parking and FREE entry!Roaming Eats Food Truck will be at the event, serving up your favorite comfort food!
May 04 Saturday
Join Maine Micro Artisans at Orchard Ridge Farm for a celebration of spring! The Apple Blossom Festival will feature makers from our talented community as well as food trucks, games, face painting and live music. Have a great family photo taken, sample local foods & indulge in handmade excellence.
On Saturday morning at 11, come make your own apple blossom wreath! All materials you need will be provided. You'll create a wreath with faux apple blossoms that will be a beautiful way to welcome spring right on your front door. Please purchase your tickets in advance for this.
On Sunday afternoon at 1, come make a whimsical apple blossom headband! All materials you need will be provided. This activity uses a hot glue gun and kids 9 and under will need supervision. Please purchase your tickets in advance for this.
Check out the event on Facebook for more information and the latest updates!
Spring bursts onto the scene in Maine the first weekend of May, and this year, it coincides with the highly anticipated 12th Annual Maine Pottery Tour. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 4th, and Sunday, May 5th, for a unique opportunity to explore the vibrant ceramics scene in Maine.This self-guided tour is a delightful way to spend a weekend. More than 70 pottery studios – our largest tour to date! - across the state will open their doors, welcoming visitors to step into the world of handcrafted ceramics.A Unique Maine ExperienceThe Maine Pottery Tour offers a chance to:• Meet the artists: Chat with potters and gain insights into their creative process and inspiration.• Witness the magic: Get a behind-the-scenes look at studios, including demonstrations of throwing on the wheel and glazing techniques.• Explore kilns: Peek into the heart of the creative process and see where the pottery comes to life.• Shop for one-of-a-kind pieces: Discover a treasure trove of functional and decorative ceramics, perfect for your home or as special gifts.
May 10 Friday
The 30th Annual Maine Fabric Fair hosted by the Women's Auxiliary of The Salvation Army will be held on Friday May 10, from 9 until 2, and Saturday May 11, from 9 until 11:30 at Amvets Hall, 148 North Road, Yarmouth. An amazing selection of fabric (quilting cotton, wool, upholstery, apparel and specialty), yarn, notions, arts and craft supplies, and books will be available at super low prices. Bring shopping bags. Cash and check only.
May 11 Saturday
Join us at our annual opening event, Wildflower Celebration. Take a self-guided early spring wildflower tour and discover the expansive collection of native wildflowers out in the historic garden. Our plant sale will be open for the season and filled with unique plants as well as native perennials and shrubs.Visit our newly stocked gift shop and treat mom to a special handmade or nature themed gift. Talk with our horticulturist who will be on hand to answer questions about plants and the Garden, enjoy family friendly activities in the barn, and spend your day in the Garden with us, enjoying the freshness of Spring.
Shop with Mom, for Mom, or with Mom friends at this mom-centric craft fair in 317 Main's beautiful Founder's Hall. Shop for locally made or grown products Moms love- seedlings, flowers, birdhouses, cheesecake, chocolate, jams, herb products, tea towels, pottery, soaps, jewelry, candles, natural health & beauty products and more! The Fox & Fiddle Cafe on the first floor will serve coffees, mimosas and light bites for brunch or lunch. Diana Hansen performs in the Founders Hall. Call your Moms and make it a date!
May 12 Sunday
May 18 Saturday
The one-day festival will feature two attendance windows (10:00 – 1:30 and 1:30 – 4). Attendees will be able to taste the natural wines and talk with representatives from natural wine producers and importers.
The concept of natural wine aligns with the mission of understanding where our food and beverage comes from, and how to produce products in more responsible ways. This is a unique opportunity to meet and talk with the people who have shaped that movement in America, learning from them first hand, while tasting delicious and very special wines!
MWWF is being organized by Ned Swain and Margot Mazur. Tickets are now on sale at www.mainewildwinefest.com.
Jun 08 Saturday
Sponsored by the Southern Maine Sea Kayak Network, the "Stone Soup" Kayak Gathering is a dry-land event (NO on-water events, training, or boat demos) that serves as a casual, comfortable social gathering and information sharing event. SMSKN members will share various boats, gear, and skills needed for ocean kayaking the coast of Maine.
This is a free, open-to-the public event. It is run solely by volunteer SMSKN members who each contribute a little from their kayaking world to create a fun community event to increase awareness of the ocean kayaking sport in general. And, awareness of on-water safety.
So, grab a coffee and come join us on the Payson Park triangle over-looking the Back Bay.
There is no "rain date" ... if the weather is truly catastrophic (which it can be in June), the event will not be held and no back-up date is planned. That being said, light rain or drizzle will not shut it down.
Hope you can join us!