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Sweetland Retreat has a full range of classes covering fine arts, crafts, and more!

Written on September 1st, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Create an assortment of all natural body scrubs & bath salts- great for yourself or for gift-giving. You will leave the workshop with 3 finished 8oz containers of your own mixtures of body scrubs/salts (more containers may be purchased at the class). They will be made from a base of sugar or salt and feature your choice of ingredients including: pumpkin, coffee, almond & orange extracts, lemon balm, essential oils, and much more. All ages are welcome- make this a family event!

Focusmaine.com a Website Concentrating on Photographic Art to Launch October 1st

Written on August 30th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

“The name FOCUSMAINE comes from the obvious connection to the camera, but also as a vehicle to focus attention on Maine’s fine art photography community,” says Frederick. “There’s a need to develop a collector base from the ground up for fine art photographs as seasoned art collectors are mostly defining their collections with paintings, prints and sculpture. But fine art photographs are relatively new to the art market and we want to focus collectors’ attention on Maine’s large and hugely talented community.”

Tardy Brothers Jugglers at The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor August 19th

Written on August 16th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

The Tardy brothers, last appearing on stage at the Opera House in their enormously popular show, Audiobody, return this summer with their amazing 90 minute juggling act. Come see why they’ve been invited to perform at the White House. All ages are welcome.

Michael Lane Trautman at Celebration Barn Theater August 14th

Written on August 12th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Inspired by vaudeville and early film, this is an astonishing array of eccentric characters and polished spectacle! The Portland Press Herald described this hilarious show as “The most deliciously entertaining time you’ll ever spend with a single performer.”

Kennebec Valley Art Association Announces ArtTalk for August 2010

Written on August 6th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

On Thursday, August 12th from 7-8:30 pm, UMA professor Roger Richmond will present The Amazing World of 3 – Dimensional Photography at the Harlow Gallery in Hallowell. ArtTalks at the Harlow have been made possible thanks to our sponsor, Savings Bank of Maine.

Winthrop Area Chamber of Commerce to Sponsor Sidewalk Art Show

Written on August 6th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

The 23rd Annual Winthrop Sidewalk Art Show is scheduled for Saturday, August 21 (rain or shine) from 10 am to 4 pm. Sponsored by the Winthrop Area Chamber of Commerce and generously underwritten by the Winthrop Area Federal Credit Union, the Sidewalk Art Show is held in downtown Winthrop, where oil paintings, watercolors, photographs, and other works of art will be on display along Main Street.

Rockland Strand Theatre Events Through July 31st

Written on July 26th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

As part of Lincoln Center Institute’s Educator Workshop to be held at the Farnsworth this summer, the Figures of Speech Theatre will present a free public performance of Nightingale at the Strand Theatre.

First Annual Portland Improvisational Comedy Festival Scheduled for August 5th – 7th, 2010

Written on July 26th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

The funniest people in Maine are organizing the first annual Portland Improv Comedy Festival this summer. Every major city has one and Maine needs to be recognized for its Improv Comedy as well. Improvisational Comedy is a fast-growing form of entertainment in which the performers make up comedy scenes and sketches based primarily on suggestions and interactions with the audience.

The Maine Historical Society Invites You to a Poetry Reading and Workshop

Written on July 26th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

COMING HOME? A Poetry Reading by Estha Weiner and Betsy Sholl, Poet Laureate of Maine
Estha Weiner brings her newest book, Transfiguration Begins At Home (Tiger Bark Press 2009) back home to Portland, to read with Betsy Sholl. Hear the poets, who first met at The Stonecoast Writers Conference, weave their friendship and their poems as they consider how “home” shapes and shifts over time.

Michael Menes at Celebration Barn July 31st

Written on July 26th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Michael Menes (“men-ness”) began with a love for juggling over three decades ago. Today, his credits include working for companies like Cirque du Soleil and the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival ; on television shows from Beijing to Brazil; in festivals as far away as Singapore and Shanghai; and on more than a dozen luxury cruise lines.

Welcome to Bath, Maine’s Cool Little City.

Written on July 22nd, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

Big enough to be a commercial and cultural hub and compact enough to be intimate and walkable, Bath is vibrant, friendly, and a Maine visitor’s paradise. The historic downtown is lined with shops and restaurants, while inns and B&B’s dot the surrounding neighborhoods, and just 2 miles down river is a world-class maritime museum.

Plastic Fantastic: The Art of the Toy Camera at Monkitree in Gardiner

Written on July 22nd, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Opening Reception for our second show. Enjoy the works created using low tech cameras by three photographers- Carol Dronsfield, Kevin Brusie and Dave Engledow. Dave Engledow will be at the opening to talk with you about his experience using his Diana Camera. Monkitree will be giving away a Diana Camera to a lucky customer!

Bath Matters for The Week of July 15th

Written on July 15th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Hot summer days lead to warm summer evenings, perfect for an outdoor concert in the park or a leisurely stroll along the sidewalks of Bath’s historic downtown. This weekend begins with jazz in the gazebo and open house receptions in galleries and artists’ studios downtown and around town. The season is sweet, and all too brief…don’t let it pass you by!

All the Lovers Weekend at MaineStreet PLUS Miss Richfield

Written on July 15th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

This Friday & Saturday nights at MaineStreet we will be giving away tons of Kylie Minogue goodies. CD Release of All The Lovers and much more. Also, we have DJ Susan Esthera Friday Night & DJ Ken Saturday Night

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