Beloved ice cream stands and parlors across Maine open around this time of year. We'll talk about the history of ice cream in our state and what makes Maine ice cream special. And we'll hear from listeners about their favorite local ice cream places and flavors.
This show is part of our "Passions & Pastimes" series. It is also linked to the film “See You in April,” about a popular local ice cream shop, which airs on Maine Public Television on April 4 and April 6.
Panelists:
Lindsay Skilling, CEO, Gifford's Ice Cream
Anne Trenholm, dairy farmer; agricultural promotions coordinator, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry; helped create the Real Maine Ice Cream Trail
VIP Callers:
Alec Helm, director, "See You in April" - film about a Maine ice cream stand
Laura Gregoire, Red's youngest granddaughter, Red's Dairy Freeze in South Portland
