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www.touristnewsonline.com PAGE 2 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 Shops Fall Fairs and Festivals Summer might be winding down, but the season for fairs and fall festivals is just getting started. Whether you're looking for fine art, hand crafts, a road race or a bowl of chili, there is plenty of action and 207-967-9989 Open Daily entertainment in southern Maine to spice up your life in the next few months. Here's a preview from late August to early November.

The 17th Annual Wells Chili-Fest, hosted by the Wells Chamber of Commerce, will be held Saturday, August 26, from 11 AM to 3 PM, at Wells Junior High School, 1470 Post Road (Route 1), in Wells. This “Maine State Cook-Off” is sanctioned by the International Chili Society. Winners in each of the cook-off categories (Chili, Chili Verde and Salsa) will receive cash prizes and plaques. Best Sellers • Maine Authors • Children’s Books All winners of the Wells Chili-Fest ICS sanctioned cook-offs qualify to compete for further cash prizes and Port Walk, Dock Square, Kennebunkport awards at the World’s Championship Chili Cook-off. The ICS cook-off competition is for ICS members. The ICS is the largest food contest, festival organization in the world. Even if you are not an ICS member you may still enter your chili or salsa into the People’s Choice Chili Cook- Patten's Berry Farm Off. Get more information on how to enter your chili by downloading a contest form online at www.wellschilifest. North St., K ennebunkport • 207-967-2418 com. Fest visitors may purchase a tasting kit for $5 and Open Daily vote for the People’s Choice. The Chili-Fest will also feature food vendors and crafters. Parking and admission are free. Proceeds from Chili-Fest benefit the Wells Chamber of Commerce. Warm up with a Chili-Fest in Wells on Saturday, August 26, and in Old Orchard Beach on Saturday, September 16. Kennebunk Savings is the primary sponsor of this event. FMI 646-2451 or www.wellschilifest.com. There will be live music by local favorites Southern The 42nd Annual School Around Us Craft Fair on Maine Pickin’ Society and Kennebunk River Band. Rain Native Corn on the Cob the Green will be held Saturday, September 2, from 9 date is Sunday, September 3. The fair is a major fund- Fresh Fruits & Vegetables AM to 4 PM, on the River Green on Ocean Avenue in raiser for the School Around Us, a non-profit alternative, Fresh-squeezed Orange Juice Kennebunkport. Seventy artists and artisans were cho- holistic elementary and middle school in Arundel, in sen by jury to sell and display their work, which includes operation for 45 years. FMI e-mail saucraftfairs@gmail. pottery, herbs and dried flowers, jewelry, watercolors, com or visit schoolaroundus.org. woven items, baskets, sculpture, handmade toys, pho- tographs, folk art, made-to-order wreaths and more. Saco Bay Artists Outdoor Art Show and Sale will be Students and teachers from the School Around Us held on Saturday, September 2, from 9 AM to 4 PM, on will provide children’s activities including face painting, the Ocean Park Library lawn, 11 Temple Street, Ocean crafts and more. Homemade goodies will be available Park. The show features 30 juried artists from all over for breakfast and lunch, including roll-up sandwiches, New England. This is a rain or shine event. FMI Kathy fruit salad with yogurt, drinks and desserts. 937-2125.

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Labor Day Weekend Extravaganza, Saturday, Shops September 2, through Mon- day, September 4, from 9 AM to 5:30 PM, at the Scarbor- ough Marsh Center, 136 Pine Point Road, Scarborough. Fridge Grocery Deliveries to Join in the fun on the ur .c o o Kennebunkport, l m last full weekend and help il the center out. There will be F Kennebunk & Arundel an end-of-the-season sale in the store, door prizes, a Call used book sale, crafts for Annette 207-702-7877 the kids, a bake sale on Sat- or Donna 207-702-7888 urday, children’s activity day on Sunday and much more. FillourFridge.com Even though the center is Convenient • Reliable • Safe closing for the season after Labor Day, the grounds and river are open to explore any- Capriccio's Festival of Kites at Ogunquit Beach is always a favorite. time. FMI 883-5100 or e-mail [email protected]. 30th Annual Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival is Ogunquit’s Capriccio is a town-wide festival of the held every September, on the weekend after Labor Day. Kennebunkport arts, culture and history, spread over 10 days from Fri- This year’s dates are September 9 and 10, from 10 AM day, September 8, through Sunday, September 17. This to 4 PM. Sponsored by Kennebunk Savings, Stonewall year marks the 27th anniversary of the festival, which is Kitchen and Maine Magazine, this popular festival show- Bicycle Company coordinated by Ogunquit Performing Arts. There will be cases more than 100 of New England’s finest artisans in Rentals • Sales • Tours • Service new exhibits and receptions, tours of theaters and art an historic, spectacular seaside setting. Jewelry, pottery, galleries and kite flying on the beach. wood, glass and fiber are among the many mediums Clothing, accessories & child trailers The Festival of Kites will take place on Saturday, selected by jury for the event. September 9, from 9 AM to 2 PM, with a mass ascension Lunch fare and beverages will be available. Music, at noon. Free kites are available for children to decorate raffles and fun round out the two-day festival at the Wells Summer Specials thru 8/31 and fly. Professional kite flyers with large colorful kites Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells. also participate. Visitors may bring their own kites. Rain There is plenty of parking; the event is handicapped Overhaul $110 reg. $179.99 date is Sunday, September 10. accessible. The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is a smoke- Entertainment highlights include a performance by free, pet-free facility. Help make this event “green” by Deluxe Tune-up $75 reg. $89.99 bass-baritone singer Erik Kroncke on Friday, September bringing your own tote for purchases. Admission is $10; with this ad 8, at 8 PM at the Dunaway Center and an all-string band $5 for Laudholm Trust members. Tickets are available performing at the Barn Gallery on Friday, September 15 at the gate. Proceeds from the festival benefit science, open Mon.–Sat. 9-6 • Sun. 8–3 at 7:30 PM. Tickets are available at: Ogunquit Welcome education and conservation at the Wells Reserve at Weekly group ride for all levels! Center, Ogunquit Camera Shop, the Dunaway Center Laudholm and help protect the historic site with its or online at www.ogunquit.org/shop.php. The Ogunquit hundreds of acres of coastal property. FMI 646-4521 or www.kennebikeport.com • 207-385-4382 Playhouse and the Ogunquit Museum of American Art www.wellsreserve.org/crafts. will offer special pricing for Capriccio. FMI and a schedule 34 Arundel Road, Kennebunkport of events, www.ogunquitperformingarts.org. Fairs and Festivals continued on page 8

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In the 1880s, William Henry Perkins designed the famous Qgunquit Dory that now can be seen dockside in Perkins Cove. Perkins' great-great grandson Lynwood F. (Sonny) Perkins, pictured with the dory, was recently named chair of the Ogunquit Heritage Museum Committee.

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Shops Apples Farm Stand Beans Beets Word Search Find the vegetables, fruits and other goods you might buy Blueberries Renee’s Cat & Dog Gifts at a local farm stand. They go horizontally, vertically and diagonally, Open daily 9–6 Broccoli Pet items & gifts, clothing, both forward and backward. Cauliflower garden, jewelry, nautical, Cider candles and antiques Cranberries Locally made cat & dog treats! Cut Flowers Garlic 207-646-2390 21 South St., Wells Gourds off Rte. 1, near the IGA Herbs www.reneescatanddoggiftshop.com Homemade Bread Honey Maple Syrup Onions Ornamental Corn Peas Pears Peppers Pies Potatoes Pumpkins Mainely Quilts Gift Shop Radishes at Waldo Emerson Inn Raspberries Rhubarb Sweet Corn Tomatoes Yellow Squash Zucchini Solution is on page 19

Mon. – Sat. 7:30-5 2018 Calendar Port Hardware Sun. 9-1 Images of Kennebunkport 17th annual calendar Assembled Weber Grills by award-winning photographer FREE local delivery Robert Dennis Grill covers, grates, Available at www.portimages.com and burners, ignitors, brushes at many locations in the Kennebunks, & cooking accessories including: Mail It Unlimited • KBC Shipyard Store HB Provisions • Saxony Imports Beach Grass • Morph Gallery Colonial Pharmacy • Whimsy Shop Bradbury Bros. Market Rte. 35 • Kennebunk Lower Village • 207- 967-2371

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“A Delightful Reed’s Kennebunkport Antiques & Collectibles Tradition!” Reversible Jackets Reed’s Welcomes 24 More Dealers! by Winding River,Trimdin & Mia Reis New Displays feature: Smalls, Art, Made in the USA Collectibles, Ephemera,Toys & more Vibrantly Colored Glassware Handmade in the USA Hand Blown Glassware Great Prices • Quality Dealers Made in Maine Quality Merchandise Handmade Lamps & Shades Made in Maine Swedish Table Linens 1773 Post Road, (Rte.1), Wells by Ekelund Exit 19, ME Tpk., left on Rte. 1, 1/3 mile on right “Tide Pool” Lace Runner 207-646-8010 Made in the USA Open daily year-round • Daily 10 to 5-ish • Sun. 11 to 5-ish Many Other Patterns in Stock Quality Dealers Always Wanted Dock Square • Kennebunkport • 207-967-5105 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 PAGE 7 York County Audubon Workshop at Biddeford Pool Shops York County Audu- Fortunes Rocks Beach from recent data. Sounds 9:30 AM. Attendees should bon will host a shorebird and Hills Beach are among of individual species will bring a scope if possible. identification workshop two local nesting areas. also be discussed during The group will then Clothing for women & men on Monday, August 28, Bevier will discuss the the beach walk. drive to the Biddeford Fire in Biddeford Pool. The plumage variation of these Since the 1960s, Bevier Station for the presentation Jewelry • Household goods workshop, which will in- long-distance migrant has traveled widely pur- and lunch (please bring Open 10-4 Mon.–Sat. clude a beach walk, will be flocks. suing his passion for bird- your lunch). The work- presented by noted Maine The workshop will in- watching. He has explored shop will conclude with a Now accepting Early Fall items! Call ahead to be sure we are taking consignments that day. birder, Louis Bevier. Shore- clude tips for identifying most of North and South beach walk at South Beach Donations & Consignments accepted anytime birds herald the changing specific species within the America, spent months at at Fortunes Rocks for an 207-985-3544 seasons by staging and flocks by size, shape and sea off the coasts of Alaska opportunity to use the 2 Bragdon Lane feeding in mixed flocks on feeding strategy. Bevier and California, done back- identification techniques Adopt a cat here Kennebunk from Safe Haven! our beaches and resting in will also identify species country surveys in the high presented. Water shoes are (next to Anchor Fence) established roosting areas. migratory travel dates Sierra, and had many other are recommended. adventures. The cost is $10 per per- Saturdays in August – White tickets are half-price! Bevier has worked as a son, payable by check or A Diverse Collection of tour guide for field guides, cash at the workshop. Space Amazing Maine Made Businesses as an editor for The Birds is limited and advance reg- of North America series, istration is required. Reg- as associate editor for the ister at the web site: www. journal North American yorkcountyaudubon.org. Birds, and currently serves on the Maine Bird Records Committee. The presentation part of Our 26th year! the workshop will be held at the Biddeford Pool Fire Station located at the cor- ner of Route 208 and Stone Dress for Less! Cliff Road in Biddeford Pool. Two beach walks are planned, one at Hills Beach and the second at Fortunes Rocks. The group will meet at Buffleheads Restaurant at 122 Hills Beach Road at ANTIQUES The field marks of a ruddy turnstone are easy to identify 7:45 AM, then walk to the when the shorebird is in flight. Basket Island Sandbar until Needlepoint apparel open daily 10am – 6pm eturn to Cinda 173 Port Road RResale Clothing for Women BoutiqueJoin us in theMall beautifullyin beautifully renovated restored Kennebunk, Maine 04043 [email protected] Mon.– Thurs. 9:30 to 5 carriage Barn &house Carriage in the House heart (207) 967-4900 www.NeedlepointAmerica.com Fri. & Sat. 9:30-5:30 of Cape Neddick. 207-967-3800 12 different shops Christensen Lane, Rte. 35 6 DIFFERENT SHOPS Kennebunk Lower Village 1300 Rte.all under1, Cape one Neddick roof with two• 207-363-2500 floors OPEN 10 - 5 • SUN 10 - 4 • closed Mondays The Shops At Cape Neddick 1300 US Rt One . Cape Neddick . Maine (across from Pie In The Sky Bakery)

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Fairs and Festivals continued from page 3 The 4th Annual River Jam Festival on Friday and Saturday, September 15 and 16, in and The 29th Annual Summer Solstice Craft Show will around the Saco River in Biddeford and Saco. be held at Wells Junior High School, 1470 Post Road The event kicks off on Friday with a free concert (Rte. 1), Wells, on September 9 and 10. Over 70 quality by soul revival group the Younger Bloods at crafters will show their wares including stained glass, Shevenell Park and a multimedia installation event jewelry, candles, soaps, specialty foods, fiber arts, at the Pepperell Mill campus from 5 to 9 PM with photography, handmade wooden products and much artwork inspired by the past, present and future of more. There will be live music luncheon specials. The the mill. On Saturday, the festival will feature the craft show is held rain or shine from 10 AM to 4 PM. River Jam 5K Race (run/walk) at 8 AM, followed Parking and admission are free. FMI call show director by a Dash to the Sea kayak race from 10 AM. Darr Littlefield at 646-5172. From Noon to 4 PM, there will be boating on the Saco River and a Family Fun and Maker’s Market The 18th Annual Bikefest on the Pier will be the place at Mechanics Park. to be, from 10 AM to 1 PM, on Saturday, September 9, Music performances in the Run of the Mill Brew Grand Avenue and Old Orchard Street, Old Orchard Tent start at 5 PM, with Epic Season, followed by Beach. This all-day motorcycle showcase features live Amy Allen, Spencer Albee and wrapping up at 9:30 music, a pig roast, lobster feast, vendors, children’s en- PM with the Mallett Brothers. River Jam Festival tertainment and more. Ride your motorcycle on the pier. is a community effort by the Heart of Biddeford in There will be 100s of motorcycles on display. partnership with the cities of Biddeford and Saco, the Chamber of Commerce, Engine, and other The 18th Annual Bikefest, held on Saturday, September 9, at the Pier in Old Orchard Beach, will feature live music, a pig roast, a Arundel Heritage Days will be held on Satur- members of the business community. FMI visit lobster feast and more. day, September 16, Route 111, at the intersection www.riverjamfest.com, or 284-8520. of Alfred Road and Limerick Road in Arundel. Food, music, apple pie baking contest, activities for kids, The Pumpkin Patch Festival is a family and dog- grounds. Bring a picnic or enjoy a lunch prepared by local crafters, displays of historical items and informa- friendly two-weekend event at the Seashore Trolley Duffy’s Tavern & Grill. You can also sample churned tion, farm animals, wagon and pony rides (for which Museum, 195 Log Cabin Road, in Kennebunkport, on butter, apple cider, switchel and more. Punkinfiddle’s there is a fee), working antique engines and more. Saturday and Sunday, September 23 and 24, and Sep- primary sponsor is Camden National Bank. 10 AM to 4 PM. Free admission and parking. Proceeds tember 30 and October 1, from 11 AM to 3 PM. Materials Wells Reserve is smoke and pet free. Pricing for and donations will benefit the Arundel Historical Society. will be available to decorate your pumpkin (all included this event is $7 for those over age 16, Laudholm Trust with the admission fee). While waiting for the trolley to the members $5, and kids are free. Punkinfiddle proceeds The 8th Annual Old Orchard Beach Chilifest on the Pumpkin Patch, you can play games and try to win some benefit Laudholm Trust, the nonprofit organization that Pier will be held on Saturday, September 16, at Grand prizes. Lunch service will be available on site. Adults supports coastal research, education, stewardship and Avenue and Old Orchard Street, from noon to 4 PM. $14, age 60 and over $12, ages 6 to 16 $11.50, ages 3 preservation at the Wells National Estuarine Research Taste the best chili recipes from all over the state and to 5 $7, under age 3 $2. Seashore Trolley Museum is Reserve. The Wells Reserve is located at 342 Laudholm cast a vote for your favorite. This event features prizes, the oldest and largest museum of its kind in the world Farm Road, in Wells. FMI call 646-4521. live music and, of course, chili! There is an admission and has been in operation since 1939. The museum is charge for the tasting. FMI 934-3595. operated by the New England Electric Railway Historical The 8th Annual Shaker Hill Apple Festival, hosted Society, a nonprofit educational institution. FMI 967-2800 by the York County Shelter Program, Friends of the The 9th Annual Wells Family Jamboree is a fun event or visit www.trolleymuseum.org. Alfred Shaker Museum, the Brothers Apple Store and for the entire family. This year it’s happening on Satur- Giles Family Farm, will take place on the grounds of the day, September 16, at Wells Harbor Park, 331 Harbor Eliot Festival Day and 5K Road Race takes place old Alfred Shaker Village, Shaker Hill Road, Alfred, off Road, Wells, from 11 AM to 3 PM. There will be games, this year on Saturday, September 30. Activities begin routes 202 and 4. The two-day festival will be held rain prizes, craft vendors, great food and more. Admission is with a pancake breakfast at the First Congregational or shine on Saturday and Sunday, September 23 and free the Jamboree, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Church from 6 to 8 AM. The Road Race starts at 8 AM; 24, 10 AM to 4 PM. Events include a juried arts and craft Commerce. Free parking, too. FMI 646-2451. the parade begins at 11 AM, starting at Boat Basin and fair, silent auction, raffles, yard sale, book sale, pony proceeding to the William Fogg Library. The Kids’ Fun rides, narrated wagon rides. Proceeds from the festival Run from the library to the fire station begins at noon. will benefit homeless and hungry people served by York Crafts and food booths, information and entertainment County Shelter Programs. areas and a Kids’ Corner are open between 10 AM and There will be healthy food and snacks for sale from 3 PM. FMI and to register for the road race, visit www. the Lunch Wagon and baked goods from The Bakery eliot5kandfestival.com. at Notre Dame. The Shaker Museum will offer Shaker craft demonstrations and wagon rides through the former The 15th Annual Punkinfiddle Family Festival will village. The Brothers Apple Store will have apples and take place rain or shine at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm cider for sale while the Giles Family Farm will be open on Saturday, September 30, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Pun- to pick-your-own apples. kinfiddle features traditional crafts, hands-on learning, lively music, old-fashioned games, fun food, farm animals Maine Women in the Arts Fall Fine Arts and Awards and lots of happy faces in an historic seaside setting. Show takes place on Friday, September 29, through This event has become a family tradition for both Sunday, October 1, at the Masonic Hall, Temple Street, locals and folks from away. You can stuff a scarecrow, Kennebunkport. The theme is “Big and Small Art.” The paint a pumpkin, churn butter, quiz a fiddle maker, create opening reception is Friday, September 29, from 5 to 7 a craft and walk the beach. More than a dozen artisans PM. Show hours are Friday, 10 AM to 7 PM; Saturday, will demonstrate traditional skills and answer questions. 10 AM to 5 PM; Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM. This event is For the animal lovers, the sheepdogs return along with sponsored by Maine Women in the Arts, a state-wide Children have a chance to decorate a pumpkin at the annual sheep, oxen, goats, horses, ponies and chickens. Build organization whose goals are to promote and give ex- Punkinfiddle event at Laudholm at Wells Reserve. a fairy house with natural materials available on the posure to Maine artists and their work. Free Admission.

Kennebunk’s 14th Annual Harvest Fest takes place on Main Street, Saturday, October 14, from 9 AM to 3 PM. It’s time to celebrate fall with activities including a craft fair, costume parade, pumpkin decorating, scare- crow scavenger hunt, music, and of course, good food. Events include pancake breakfast at Duffy’s Tavern & Grill from 8 to 10 AM, Farmers’ Market, Lafayette Center parking lot, horse and wagon rides, a bounce house and rock climbing wall. Harvest Fest is hosted by the Festival Committee. FMI visit kennebunkmaine.us/festivals.

The 35th Annual Library Craft Fair, hosted by Friends of the Wells Public Library, will take place Columbus Day Weekend: Saturday, October 7, 10 AM to 4 PM and Sunday, October 8, 10 AM to 3 PM at Wells Elementary School, 276 Sanford Road (Rte. 109), Wells. Features 60 artisans and their work in watercolors, signed prints, illuminated bottles, stone, jewelry, quilts, table cover- ings, small hand-painted wooden furniture, hand-painted women’s clothing, plus homemade pickles, oils, jams and jellies. Lobster rolls, chowder and sandwiches are available for purchase. Free admission and plenty of parking. Proceeds from this fundraiser benefit library programming for adults and children. FMI email friend- [email protected]. Fairs and Festivals continued on page 9 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 PAGE 9

Fairs and Festivals continued from page 8 There will be horse-powered plowing and harrowing and a demonstration of corn shelling with an antique Shops 33rd Annual Harvestfest & Kidsfest Short Sands grinder turning the kernels into cornmeal. A horse-drawn Beach, York Beach on Saturday, October 14, from 9 wagon will take kids (under 14 free with an adult who pays AM to 4 PM, includes a variety of activities: live per- $5; 15 to 18-year-olds, $3) for a ride through the woods. formances by the Don Campbell Band and Friends, There will be blacksmithing demonstrations, stone wall Gifts for golfers, dog lovers & the garden Dan Blakeslee/Dr. Gasp and Steve Gryb; many local building and displays of antique agricultural equipment. Our 22nd Year! food vendors, juried craft fair and old-fashioned market A cider press will churn out apple cider; snacks, vendors from all over New England. One of the most drinks, soups and steamed hot dogs will be available for Digs, Divots & Dogs popular attractions of Harvestfest is the variety of food: purchase. Oktoberfest will be held at the Abenaki Draft fried dough, fried clams, lobster rolls, burgers, ice cream Horse Club, Duke Lane, off Walker Road in Lyman. FMI Over 150 breeds and much more. and directions, call Carol Lovejoy, 608-3360. on 100s of items: Another popular feature is the Reap the Harvest Flags, Christmas, Raffle. Receive one raffle ticket for every $5 spent on 14th Annual Ogunquit Fest is a fun-filled weekend, a Harvestfest item or buy a raffle ticket for $5. Kidsfest Friday through Sunday, October 20 to 22, at Ogunquit Socks, T-shirts, Art features games, interactive musical activities, a roam- Beach and throughout the town. There will be Halloween Treats • Toys ing railroad, horse-wagon rides, pumpkin carving and and fall-themed events including pumpkin decorating, Collars & Leashes Spinners! decorating, face painting and more. a costume parade, classic car show, high heel race, Parking is available at York’s Wild Animal Kingdom. waiter race, wagon rides, storytelling, scarecrow contest, 2 Ocean Ave. • Kennebunkport • 207-967-5661 Parking meters at the beach are free during Harvestfest. ghostly tours and much more. There is also the 22nd Located up the granite staircase This is a rain or shine event and is smoke-free. For annual craft show. everyone’s safety and comfort, dogs are not permitted Explore Ogunquit as businesses decorate and com- except service dogs. Harvestfest is presented by Greater pete for the best display. Ballot boxes are located around York Region Chamber of Commerce; major sponsors are town through Saturday, October 21. Vote for your favorite. ROA Cutty Sark Motel, Kennebunk Savings, Union Bluff Hotel All weekend, participate in various puzzle hunts FEE STE OF R and Woods Family, Inc. FMI 363-4422. throughout Ogunquit. Solve the clues to be entered to win C OF THE S Open Daily a prize. Check out the Ogunquit Fest brochure for loca- KENNEBUNKS 8:30 AM-4:30 PM The 20th Annual Octoberfest is presented by the tions. For those familiar with geocaching, take advantage C OF CE Abenaki Draft Horse Association in Lyman on Sunday, of the many caches in the area. Log your caches as you FEE • TEA • SPI Coffee roasted October 15, from 11 AM to 3 PM. It is a celebration of find them at geocaching.com. fall and a tribute to traditional country living. Admission Other adventures slated for the weekend are: the 7th on the premises is free for this event. Annual Maine Horror Film Fest on Friday, October 20, 8 PM, at the Leavitt Theatre, Serving Shaker Pond Ice Cream! Best cup admission $10; the Autumn of coffee Bazaar Craft Fair in the Cappuccino • Latte • Espresso • Tea only $1 Main Beach parking lot on Saturday, October 21, 9 Infused Greek Olive Oils ~ AM to 4 PM, and Sunday, Garlic, Basil, Lemon, Blood Orange, Chili & Chocolate October 22, 10 AM to 3 PM. Bring non-perishable food Italian Balsamic Vinegars ~ 12 Flavors items to benefit the local food pantry or pet food for Grab and Go Food the Animal Welfare Society. by Chef Amy For a detailed listing of all the events, 646-2939 or 163 Port Road (Rte. 35) • 207-967-8304 ogunquit.org. Kennebunk Lower Village

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St. Anthony’s Franciscan Monastery, Beach St., Kennebunk, 207- 967-2011. Sunday Mass, 8, 9:15 and 11 AM; Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM; Wednesday and Friday, 7 PM; Saturday, 8 AM. August 30, 7:30– 9 PM Wednesday Evening St. Joseph Church, 178 Elm St., Biddeford. Saturday, 4 PM; Sunday, 8 AM (French) and 11 AM. at Jordan Hall 46 Temple Ave., Ocean Park St. Margaret’s Church, 6 Saco Ave., Old Orchard Beach, 207- Kennebunk Christian Assembly of God, 58 Portland Rd. (Rte. 282-3321. Mass, Saturday 4 PM; Sunday, 8:30 (10:30 AM Old Orchard Beach. 1), Kennebunk, 985-7346. Sunday worship, 10 AM; evening at St. Luke Chapel, July 4 through Columbus Day); Monday, Voices in Harmony, prayer, 6:30 PM; Wednesday Bible study, 6:30 PM. Wednesday and Thursday, 8 AM. a choral group from Saco, Lighthouse Church of the Nazarene, 544 Post Rd. (Rte. St. Martha’s Church, 30 Portland Rd. (Rte.1), Kennebunk, sings music from 1), Wells, 207-641-0603. Bible study, 9 AM; Sunday 207-985-6252. Saturday Mass, 4 PM; Sunday Mass, 8 and 10 around the world. worship, 10Worship AM; Wednesday study group, 7 PM. FMI www. AM; weekdays, 9 AM. lighthousenazarenemaine.org. Directed by St. Mary’s Church, Eldridge Rd., Wells, 207-646-5605. Camille Curtis Saucier, Messiah ChristianSer Churchvices, Rte. 1, near the Wells-Kennebunk Saturday Mass, 4 and 6 PM; Sunday Mass, 9 and 11 AM; town line, 207-985-9287. Sunday worship, 9:30 AM, nursery weekdays 8 AM. Tickets are $5. FMI 934-9068. care available; Wednesday worship, 6:30 PM. St. Phillip Church, 404 Goodwins Mills Rd., Lyman. Saturday, Seacoast Chapel, 228 Buxton Rd., Saco, 207-282-3000. 4:30 PM; Sunday, 9 AM. GREEK ORTHODOX Sunday prayer service, 9:30, 10 AM worship. Nursery and St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 186 Bradley St., Saco, kids’ church provided. FMI www.seacoastchapel.com. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE 207-284-5651. Sunday Orthros, 8:45 AM; divine liturgy 9:30 First Church of Christ, Scientist, 5 Heritage Lane, Kennebunk, AM; weekday liturgies, 8:30 AM. Sea Road Christian Church, 140 Sea Rd., Kennebunk, 207- 207-985-7820. Sunday worship and Sunday school, 10:30 985-3319. Sunday morning worship service 9:30 AM with AM; Wednesday evening service, 7:30 PM. Childcare available LUTHERAN children’s Sunday school during the service. 10:45AM service at all services. Online Sunday service, 10 AM. Public Reading Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Storer and Lord streets, followed with breakout discussion groups. Communion, first Room, 5 Heritage Lane, Kennebunk, open Monday and Friday, Kennebunk, 207-985-4803. July 1 to September 3, Sunday Sunday of the month. noon to 3 PM. service at 9:30 AM followed by fellowship and brunch. Nursery and Sunday school provided 10:15-11:45 AM. www. Southern Maine Church of Christ, 159 Alfred Rd., West CONGREGATIONAL kennebunklutheran.org. Kennebunk, 207-216-2097. Sunday Bible study, 9:30 AM; First Congregational Church, 140 North St. Kennebunkport, worship service, 10:30 AM; Sunday evening Bible study, 6 PM; 207-967-3897. Sunday school and worship, 9:30 AM. www. SYNAGOGUES Wednesday Bible classes, 7 PM. FMI www.sm-cc.org. firstchurchkennebunkport.com. Congregation Bet Ha’am, Reform, 81 Westbrook St., South Portland, 207-879-0028. Shabbat services – Friday, 7:30 PM. The Temple in Ocean Park, 50 Temple Ave., Ocean Park, a South Congregational Church, 2 North St., Kennebunkport, (Family service, second Friday of the month – call for location community adjacent to Old Orchard Beach, 207-934-9068, ext. 207-967-2793. Sunday worship, 9:30 AM; 10:30 AM after and times); Saturday Torah study, 9 AM, worship service 10 201. Sunday services, 10:30 AM from June 26 to September 4. Labor Day; child care available. AM, followed by kiddush. All welcome. FMI www.bethaam.org. Sermons by guest preachers. Supervised nursery and Sunday school kindergarten through sixth grade from 10:15 to 11:45 Congregational Church of Wells, at the Historical Meeting Shaarey Tphiloh, Orthodox, 76 Noyes St., Portland, 207-773- AM. FMI www.oceanpark.org. House, 938 Post Road (Rte .1), Wells, 207-646-4309. Sunday 0693. Summer schedule – Friday services, 7:15 PM; Shabbat worship services, 9:30 AM; nursery care available. mornings, 9AM, followed by Kiddush. FMI and candle lighting BAPTIST times www.mainesynagogue.org First Baptist Church, 31 Main St., North Berwick, 207-676-2663. North Parish Congregational Church, 895 Main St., Sanford, Sunday service 9:30 AM, with supervised children’s church, 207-324-3163. Sunday worship 9:30 AM. FMI www. Temple Beth El, Conservative, 400 Deering Ave., Portland, 207- June through September. FMI www.fbcnorthberwick.com. northparishucc.org. 774-2649. Shabbat services – Friday, 5:30 PM; Saturday Torah study, prayer and song, 9:30 AM followed by kiddush. Morning High Pine Baptist Church, Rte. 109, Wells, 216-9910. Sunday EPISCOPAL minyan every weekday 6:50 to 7:15 AM. FMI www.tbemaine.org. worship, 10 AM, Sunday school and child care available. St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, 167 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, 207-967-8043. Services at 8 AM every Sunday at the outdoor UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST Kennebunk Baptist Church, 77 Main St., Kennebunk, 207- chapel (weather permitting), June 19 through Labor Day. First Parish Unitarian-Universalist Church, Rte. 1, Kennebunk, 985-4207. Summer Sunday worship begins at 10 AM; Morning prayer in the church, 10 AM. After Labor Day, 9:30 AM. 207-985-3700. Sunday worship led by congregation members, Tuesday Ladies Bible Fellowship, 10 AM to noon; Wednesday 9:30 AM, followed by coffee hour. Nursery care for children Bible study, 7 PM. Handicap accessible. FMI www. Saint David’s Episcopal Church, 138 York Street, (Rte. 1 under 4 years. kennebunkbaptistchurch.org. south) Kennebunk. Summer worship begins on Sunday, June 5, Rite I Eucharist 8 AM, Rite 2 Eucharist 9:30 AM. Bible Unitarian-Universalist Church, Ferry Beach in Saco. Sunday Ogunquit Baptist Church, Shore Rd., Ogunquit, 207-646- Adventure resumes in mid-September. service, 10 AM through June. Service 8:30 AM, no Sunday 2160. Sunday worship, 9:30 AM followed by fellowship. FMI school July and August. ogunquitbaptistchurch.org. St. George’s Episcopal Church, 3 Emerson St., Sanford, 207-324-8119. Summer worship services Sundays at 9 AM Sanford Unitarian Universalist Church, 5 Lebanon St., Village Baptist Church, 6 Maine St., Kennebunkport, 207-967- through September 3. www.stgeorgesanford.org. Sanford, 207-324-3191. Summer services in the parlor at 3240. July and August, Sunday worship 10 AM; worship services 9:30 AM through September 3. No church school or childcare. at the Wildwood Chapel on Wildes District Road, 8 AM. St. George’s Episcopal Church, 407 York St., York, 207-363- www.sanforduuchurch.org. 7376. Sunday service with Holy Eucharist, 8 AM; Holy Eucharist Wells Branch Baptist Church, 1342 Branch Rd. (Rte. 9A), with choir, 9 AM; Holy Eucharist for healing Thursday, 10 AM. UNITED METHODIST Wells, 207-985-7537. Sunday worship service, 9 and 10:45 Christ Church, 6 Dane St., Kennebunk, 207-985-4494. AM; evening song and Bible study, 6 PM, nursery available. St. Peter’s by-the-Sea, Shore Rd., Cape Neddick, 207-361- Handicap accessible. Sunday worship, 10 AM; nursery care Wednesday Bible study and prayer service, 7 PM. 2030. Holy Eucharist with homily, 8 AM; Holy Eucharist with available. www.christchurchkennebunk.org sermon and music, 10 AM. June 12 through September 18. Wildwood Chapel, Turbat’s Creek Rd., Kennebunkport. July Church on the Cape, 3 Langsford Rd., Cape Porpoise, 207- and August, Sunday service, 8 AM. Trinity Chapel, junction of Railroad Ave. and Woodland Ave. 967-5787. July and August, Sunday worship, 8 and 10 AM; (off south end of Beach Ave.), Kennebunk Beach, 207-967- nursery care and Sunday school, 10 AM. CATHOLIC 3056. Sunday service, 9 AM, through Labor Day weekend. All Saints Catholic Mission, 45 School St., Ogunquit, 207- United Methodist Church, 160 Alfred Rd., West Kennebunk, 207- 646-5605. Saturday Mass, 5:30 PM; Sunday Mass, 8:30 and Trinity Episcopal Church, 546 York St., York Harbor, 207- 985-6632. Sunday worship, 8:30 AM; nursery care available. 10 AM, Memorial Day to Labor Day. 363-5095. Sunday service with Holy Eucharist, 10:30 AM. June 19 through September 4. Summer Concert Series, York-Ogunquit United Methodist Church, 1026 Rte. 1, York, Most Holy Trinity Church, 271 Main St., Saco. Saturday, 4 Sunday evenings, 5 PM Free will offering appreciated. FMI 207-363-2749. Morning worship at 1026 Rte. 1, York, 9:30 PM; Sunday 8:30 and 10:30 AM. www.trinityyorkharbor.com. AM. Services Sundays, June 19 through September 4.

Visitors are always welcome at our community churches. Hotels, inns and campgrounds are encouraged to clip and post this directory, published by the Tourist News, for the convenience of their guests. TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 PAGE 11 Honk if You Like Classic Car Shows! It's still high season for car shows and cruise nights, many of which continue into the fall. Stone Soup Artisans Thursday, August 24 – 9 AM to 3 PM, Cruise In Car ghost tours, parade, crafts and more, in Ogunquit. A Maine Artist Shop & Gallery OgunquitFest is from Friday, October 20, through Show, Acton Fairgrounds, Rte. 109, Acton. Continues Pottery, Decorative Glass, Fine Art, Jewelry, through Sunday, August 27. FMI 636-1647. Sunday, October 22. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. FMI 646-2939 or www.visitogunquit.org. Handbags, Scarves, Toys, Monday, September 4 – 11th Annual All Clubs Cruise- Pet Items and Specialty Foods. in Car Show for Toys for Tots, 10 AM to 2 PM, Portland Cruise Nights & Tours Motor Club, 275 Presumpscot St., Portland. Vehicles Bentley’s Saloon, Route 1, Arundel, Tuesdays, 5 PM to Everything is made in Maine! dusk, until September 19. FMI bentleysaloon.com arrive after 8:30 AM. Rain or shine. PMC’s collection Mon–Sat 10 AM–5:30 PM • 207-283-4715 vehicles including Mopar muscle cars. Music, food, or 985-8966. 50/50 raffle, door prizes.. FMI Kal Rogers 233-9970. 228 Main St., Saco • stonesoupartisans.com Blast from the Past, 114 Sokokis Trail (Rte. 5), East 24th Annual Friday and Saturday, September 15 and Waterboro, on Fridays, 5 to 8 PM, until September. 16 – 24th Annual Old Orchard Beach Car Show, with FMI blastfromthepastme.com or 247-8005. many divisions.. Line up on Main Street on Friday at 3 PM. Car parade is Friday night, 7 to 7:30. Registration Classic Car Tours, Motorland, 2564 Portland Rd. Auntie’s House Bakery for the car show on Saturday begins at 8 AM. The show (Rte. 1), Arundel. Daily 10 AM to 5 PM. Guided tours; Gourmet Chocolates on Saturday runs from 8 AM to 2:30 PM. Sponsored admission charged. Over 150 classic cars and trucks Special Orders Welcome by Saco Biddeford Savings Bank and Old Orchard from 1915–1985 including Duesenberg, Ferarri, “Vine Cakes” Beach Chamber of Commerce. FMI 934-2500 or www. Maserati, cars from U.S. presidents, Hollywood stars made with Chardonnay oldorchardbeachmaine.com. and royalty. FMI 710-6699 or motorlandamerica.com or Merlot Cookies • Whoopie Pies Other Car Shows in Maine Eliot Commons, Rte. 236, Eliot, on last Saturday Saturday, August 26 – 6th Annual Aubuchon of the month, 4 PM to dusk, through September. Ice Cream Moosewiches Hardware Classic Car Show and BBQ, 8 AM Vehicles 1972 and older. Hosted by Kruise Knights. Everything is Made from Scratch! registration, show 10 AM to 2 PM, 499 Roosevelt Trail FMI 252-1976. (Rte. 302), Naples. Prizes for first place and runner-up, Open Tues.–Sat. 10–5:30 live entertainment, kids activities. FMI Dwayne Ball Joe’s Deli Cruise-In/Sonny's Convenience Store, 155 Port Rd. (Rte. 35) , Kennebunk Lower Village 693-3343. Middle Rd./Old Berwick Rd., Lyman, alternating Mondays, 4 PM, May 15 through August. FMI Joe’s 207-204-0338 • www.AuntiesHouseMaine.com Wednesday, September 6 – 4th Annual Bug Light Deli and Pizza Facebook page or 985-6238. Park Cruise-In Car Show, Bug Light State Park by SMCC, South Portland, 4:30 PM to sunset. Rain date, MOAL Cruise Night, Mack’s Place, Route 302, Bridgton, Wednesday, September 13. FMI 767-7650. on Wednesdays, 5 to 8 PM, until September 20. YOUR EPIC ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE! Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17 – Rod Phat Boy’s Diner, 172 Main St., (Rt. 25), Cornish, and Custom Cruise-In, Owls Head Transportation Mondays,YOUR 5:30 to 7YOUR PM, EPICuntil September EPIC ADVENTURE ADVENTURE19 (closed BEGINS BEGINS HERE! HERE! Museum, 117 Museum St., Owls Head, 9 AM to 3 PM. Labor Day). FMI www.owlshead.org. Sanford Sound, Cruise Night and Meet-up, 1458 Sunday, September 24 – Bentley’s Season-End Car Main St., Sanford, second Saturday of the month, 5 Show, 1601 Portland Rd., Arundel, 11 AM to 3 PM. to 8 PM, to September 9. FMI sanfordsound.com or Cash raffles, door prizes, spectators’ choice award. 490-4900. FMI 985-8966 or www.bentleyssaloon.com. TJs Pizza, 366 Elm St., Biddeford, on Thursdays, 5 to Sunday, October 8 – 1st Annual Italian Car Fest, 10 7 PM, until September 28. Hosted by Maine Coastal COMPOSITE WOODEN BOAT MARINE AM to 4 PM, Italian Heritage Center, 40 Westland Cruisers. BOAT BUILDING BUILDING SYSTEMS YACHT Ave., Portland. 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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23 Minimum age is 12 (12 to 15-year-olds must be accompanied Fire Station, corner of Rte. 208 and Stone Cliff Rd., Biddeford Story Time and Trolley Ride, 10:30 AM, Seashore Trolley by an adult). Maximum participants is 6. Maximum weight Pool, for presentation and lunch (bring your own). Workshop Museum, Log Cabin Rd., Kennebunkport. Children must for kayaks is 325 pounds. Participants must be able to get concludes with a beach walk at South Beach, Fortunes Rocks. be accompanied by an adult. Every Wednesday through up from a seated position on the ground. $40 members/$50 Space is limited and advance registration is required. $10 August. FMI 967-2800 or trolleymuseum.org. nonmembers. FMI 646-1555 or wellsreserve.org. payable by check or cash at the workshop. FMI and register, yorkcountyaudubon.org. Writers' Critique, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, York Public Library Author Susan Doherty Hannaford will speak about her 15 Long Sands Rd., York. Marjory D. Lyons, Ph.D., will pres- novel, A Secret Music, at Trinity Chapel, Woodland Avenue, Sidewalk Art Show, 9:30 AM to 5 PM, downtown Ogunquit, ent "A Writers' Critique: Writing and Revising Your Memoir, Kennebunk Beach, at 5 PM. Admission is free. along Beach St. and in Jacob's lot. More than 20 artists will Short Story or Novel." Bring ten copies of your work, typed show their works in acrylic, oils, watercolor and encaustic or word-processed up to six pages. Round robin discussion. Concert with Schooner Fare, 8 PM, City Theater, Main paintings; photography; mixed media; and embossed paper FMI and to register 363-2818. Street, Biddeford. An evening of folk and acoustic music and copper. Rain date is August 29. FMI visitogunquit.com. spiced with Down East humor. Tickets are $20 at the door. Kayaking on the Little River Estuary, 11 AM to 2 PM, Visitor Reserved-seat tickets are available on line for $18 at www. Life Between the Tides, 10 AM to noon, Wells Reserve, Center, Wells Reserve, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Paddle citytheater.org. The concert, held in conjunction with Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Free with admission. FMI 646- the salt marsh with a registered Maine guide and naturalist. Biddeford+Saco ArtWalk, benefits the Music Performance 1555 or wellsreserve.org. Minimum age is 12 (12 to 15-year-olds must be accompanied Fund of City Theater Associates, Inc. by an adult). Maximum participants is 6. Maximum weight Meet the Scientists: Sustainable & Healthy Fisheries in for kayaks is 325 pounds. Participants must be able to get SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 the Gulf of Maine, 1 to 2 PM, Visitor Center, Wells Reserve, up from a seated position on the ground. $40 members/$50 Metis of Maine Fall Gathering and Powwow, with Indian Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Free with site admission. FMI nonmembers. FMI 646-1555 or wellsreserve.org. dancing, drumming, singing, crafts for sale, auction, food 646-1555 or wellsreserve.org. and more, Yellow Feather Cultural Center, 105 Gould Rd. Late Summer Exhibitions at the Barn Gallery, junction of (off Rte. 5), Dayton. Continues on August 27. Admission TUESDAY, AUGUST 29 Shore Road and Bourne Lane in Ogunquit. Gallery hours charged. FMI metisofmaine.org. Yankee Woodlot Tour, 10 AM to noon, Visitor Center, are 11 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Saturday, and 1 to 5 Wells Reserve, Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. $7/$5 members. PM on Sunday. Continues through September 9. FMI 646- Book Signing, 10 AM to noon, Fine Print Booksellers, Port FMI 646-1555 or wellsreserve.org. 8400 or barngallery.org. Walk, Dock Square, Kennebunkport. Author Mark Stein will sign copies of his latest book, Vice Capades: Sex, Drugs and Totally Tuesday Talk, artist Don Gorvett will talk about Wednesday Evening at Jordan Hall, 7:30 to 8:30 PM, 46 Bowling from the Pilgrims to the Present. Admission is free. the Star Island Centennial at 6 PM, light refreshments at Temple Ave., Old Orchard Beach. Sue Wilber, solo hand bell FMI 967-9989. 5 PM, Ogunquit Museum of American Art, 543 Shore Rd., ringer will perform. Tickets $5. FMI 934-9068. Ogunquit. FMI 646-4909. Dover Mini Maker Faire, 10 AM to 4 PM, Children's Museum THURSDAY, AUGUST 24 of New Hampshire, 6 Washington St., Dover, New Hamp- WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30 Secrets of the Salt Marsh Walk, 10 AM to noon, Wells Re- shire. Family-friendly workshops on cartooning, recycled Stories by the Sea, 9 to 10 AM, Ogunquit Museum of Ameri- serve, Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Free with admission. FMI racers, egg drop creations and more. New this year will be can Art, 543 Shore Rd., Ogunquit. For kids ages 4 to 8, story 646-1555 or wellsreserve.org. a coffee tasting workshop and a beer tasting collaboration and art project. $5/members free. FMI 646-4909. with 7th Settlement Brewery. Classic rock jam band Beefstu Kennebunk Beach History Walking Tour, 2 PM, one- and Magic Fred will provide musical entertainment. Tickets A Dive Into the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Ma- mile loop begins and ends at Trinity Chapel, Railroad Ave., $10 in advance; $!2 at the door; kids age 5 and under are rine National Monument, noon to 1 PM, Mather Audito- Kennebunk Beach. A tour guide will talk about the de- free. FMI 603-742-2202 or childrensmuseum.org. rium, Wells Reserve, Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Presentation velopment of Kennebunk Beach as a tourist destination. by Jennifer Feld, Ocean Campaign Director, Conservation $10/$5 members. Continues Thursdays through Septem- Potters of the Southern Maine Clay Guild Show and Sale, Law Foundation. $2 suggested donation. Bring a bag lunch. ber. FMI 985-4802 or brickstoremuseum.org. "All Our Best II," 10 AM to 4 PM, The Red Door Pottery Studio, 44 Government St., Kittery Foreside. Show and sale contin- Comedy Show, 7 PM, Wells Harbor Gazebo, (under pavil- Leavitt Theatre Silent Film Series, 7 PM, Leavitt Theatre, ues through Sunday, October 29. There will be a variety of ion if it rains). New England comedians; all family-friendly 259 Main St. (Rte. 1), Ogunquit. Go West (1925) starring techniques displayed, from both hobbyist and professional entertainment; hosted by Craft Comedy and Geoff Payson; Buster Keaton. Live piano music with Jeff Rapsis. Admis- potters. The studio is open Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM food trucks. Free parking; trolley accessible. FMI 646-5826. sion $10. FMI 646-3123. and all other days by chance or by appointment. Please call ahead. FMI 439-5671 or reddoorpottery.com. Wednesday Evening at Jordan Hall, 7:30 to 9 PM, 46 Temple Blues and Jazz Concert, 7:30 PM, Atlantic Hall, Cape Por- Ave., Old Orchard Beach. Voices in Harmony, directed by Ca- poise. Blues and jazz with Jason Annick and the Rhythm 17th Annual Chili Fest, 11 AM to 3 PM, Wells Junior High mille Curtis Saucier, will perform. Tickets are $5. FMI 934-9068. Future. FMI and tickets, Dabby Pearse, 967-5852. School, 1470 Post Road (Rte. 1), Wells. Tasting kits available. Sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce. “Maine Heartbreak Hotel opens, Ogunquit Playhouse, Rte. 1, Ogun- Weekly Fireworks begin approximately 9:45 PM, Old State Cook-Off” is sanctioned by the International Chili quit. Continues to September 30. FMI and tickets, 646-5511. Orchard Beach, by the pier. Continues Thursdays through Society. FMI 646-2451 or wellschilifest.com. August 24. FMI 934-2001. THURSDAY, AUGUST 31 Summer Concert Series with the Reminisants, 6:30 PM, Laudholm's Farming Past, 10 AM to noon, Gazebo, Wells FRIDAY, AUGUST 25 Hope Hobbs Memorial Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park, Harbor Reserve, Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Delve into the history Nature Walk, 10 AM to noon, Wells Reserve, Laudholm Rd., Wells. New Orleans style funk, R&B, pop, swing and soul. of this site, from Native American life to English settlement, Farm Rd., Wells. Free with admission. FMI 646-1555 or Concert series continues on Saturdays through September from farmland to estuarine reserve. This docent-led walk wellsreserve.org. 2. Free admission. FMI wellsrec.org. covers about a half-mile. Free with site admission. FMI 646- 1555 or wellsreserve.org. Kayaking on the Little River Estuary, noon to 3 PM, Visitor SUNDAY, AUGUST 27 Center, Wells Reserve, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Paddle Ironman 70.3 Triathlon, 8 AM to 5 PM, Old Orchard Beach. "Back to School Silent Auction and Cocktail Party, 5 to the salt marsh with a registered Maine guide and naturalist. FMI ironman70.3.com. 7 PM, Colony Hotel, 140 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport. Ap- petizers, cash bar, music by Rob Spaulding. Tickets $25. Blessing of the Animals, 5 PM, Bell Tower grove, 50 Tem- All proceeds benefits Friends of the Town House School's ple Ave., Old Orchard Beach. All pets must be caged or on efforts to save the last remaining one-room schoolhouse in a leash. Free. Kennebunkport. FMI and tickets 967-0262 or Bev, 967-2987. The next issue is August 31, Summer Film Series, 7 PM, York Public Library, 15 Long Climate Change in New England: From Science to So- Sands Rd., York. This week's film is Patriot's Day, rated R. FMI lutions, 6 to 7:30 PM, Mather Auditorium, Wells Reserve, Maine Lighthouse Issue 363-2818 or [email protected]. Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Suggested donation $5. Speaker is Cameron P. Wake, Ph.D. FMI 646-1555 or wellsreserve.org. The deadline for the August 31 issue EVA in Concert, 7:30 PM, Saco River Theatre, 29 Salmon is Tuesday at noon, August 22. Falls Rd., Buxton. Tickets $20; students and seniors $18. JUST AHEAD Reservations required. FMI 929-6472 or sacorivertheatre.org. Friday, September 1 Send publicity information for exhibits, First Friday Wine and Cheese Reception, 5 to 7 PM, Rusty Musical Festival at Jordan Hall, 7:30 to 9 PM, 46 Temple Fly Gallery, 24 Ocean Ave. (upstairs), Kennebunkport. Local performances, public suppers, fairs Ave., Old Orchard Beach. The Choral Art Camerata will pres- and regional artists' work on display. FMI 508-982-5398. and other events to: ent an a cappella repertoire from Renaissance to modern. $15/$5 under 18/$10 residents of the Pines. Tickets at the Saturday, September 2 The Tourist News door. FMI 934-9068. 4th Annual Blues Fest, all day at The Ballpark, Old Orchard Tourist179 Cat Mousam News Road Beach. Food trucks and other vendors. Bring a lawn chair. MONDAY, AUGUST 28 Rain date September 3. Kennebunk ME 04043 Shorebird Identification Workshop with Maine birder Tel. 207-985-2244 Louis Bevier, 7:45 AM to 2 PM. 7:45 Beach walk meets at Saco Bay Artists Show and Sale, 9 AM to 4 PM, Memorial Buffleheads Restaurant on Hills Beach; birding until 9:30 Library lawn, 11 Temple Ave., Old Orchard Beach. No ad- E-mail: [email protected] AM at the Basket Island Sandbar. Drive to Biddeford Pool mission cost. FMI sacobayartists.org. TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 PAGE 13

Calendar continued from page 12 Labor Day Weekend Extravaganza, 9 AM to 8 PM, Scar- borough Marsh Audubon Center, Pine Point Rd., Scarbor- ough. Features an end-of-season store sale, door prizes, a used-book sale, crafts for the kids, a bake sale on Saturday, a yard sale and more. Continues through September 5. FMI [email protected], 883-5100.

Liz Hoag Exhibit opens at Maine Art Shows, 10 Chase Hill Rd., Kennebunk Lower Village. Gallery open daily 11 AM to 5 PM. Continues to September 21. FMI maine-art.com or $176,000 to $199,000 967-0049. Fully Furnished "Fabulous Folk – Celebrating American Folk Art," a group exhibition, opens with a reception from 5 to 7 PM, Minutes from the beach, Arundel Farm Gallery, 76 Arundel Road, Arundel. Exhibit gated community, continues through September 16. FMI call 561-702-6396 or beach trolley, pools, visit www.ArundelFarmGallery.com. tennis, fitness & more. May 1 to Oct. 31. Wells, ME Novel Jazz Septet Concert, 7:30 PM, Saco River Theatre, Janna Syrene 29 Salmon Falls Rd., Buxton. Tickets $20; students and se- 207-475-8626 niors $18. Reservations required. FMI 929-6472 or sacori- TeamSyrene.com vertheatre.org. Sunday, September 3 Labor Day Raffle Drawing and Picnic with Live Music, Franciscan Guest House grounds, 26 Beach Ave., Ken- 800-450-7784 x 7398 nebunk. Bring your own bag lunch or purchase one at the Guest House. Tickets for the $5000 grand prize plus more prizes may be Location! Location! purchased weekdays from • In Acton, updated farmhouse plus 9 AM to 4 PM. All proceeds 2nd 2 BR post & beam home benefit the maintenance Craft Fair with all amenities of today. and preservation of the 2 barns on 12 beautiful acres monastery. FMI 967-4865 or Saturday, Sept. 2 • 9am–4pm • Only minutes away from lakes, franciscanguesthouse.com. 1 hour to ocean, beaches and Free admission • Rain date Sept. 3 skiiing. Less than 2 hours to Boston Kennebunkport Village Green $479,900 MLS# 1311004 on Ocean Ave. & Green St. Town Square Realty Group Arline Fortier, Broker 207-608-8880 • Sanford [email protected] www.townsquarerealtygroup.com

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Southern Maine is known for its miles of sandy at the end of Mile Road). At the Mile Road parking area, stickers, available at Biddeford City Hall, are required. beaches. Several communities have more than there are restrooms, a restaurant with a take-out window, Resident stickers are $25 for the first vehicle; $15, addi- one beach. The town of Old Orchard Beach is a playground and a viewing area with benches. tional vehicles at the same address; $15 for seniors age named for its seven-mile stretch of sand. The There is an arcade, shops and other eateries nearby. 65 and older. Non-resident stickers are $20 a day, $40 coastal towns and their beaches are listed Besides metered parking, there are several privately for 3 days, $65 for 7 days and $125 for the season. FMI from south to north. owned parking lots. Rates at parking lots are: full day 207-284-9307. $20, 8 AM to 5 PM; half-day $12, noon to 5 PM. There Biddeford Pool Beach is a two-mile sandy beach with Kittery are hourly meters only at the Mile Road and Gold Rib- gentle surf on the tidal basin side of Biddeford Pool, ac- Crescent Beach and Sea Point Beach are located just bon parking lots. Resident beach stickers are $35 and are cessible from Route 208. A sticker, available at Biddeford a few miles south of York Harbor and are each about available online at wellstown.org or at Wells Town Hall. City Hall, is required to park. After 5 PM, parking is free. 1/3-mile long. Parking is by permit only. FMI, call the Town Hall at 207-646-5113 or the Chamber The beach has a bathhouse, and lifeguards are on duty. Dogs are allowed on Kittery beaches before 10 AM of Commerce at 646-2451. Dogs are not permitted on the Hills Beach is more than 500 yards of beautiful sandy and after 5 PM. This restriction applies from June 15 to beach from 8 AM to 6 PM through September 15. Dogs beach along Saco Bay facing Portland to the north. September 10. Leash and clean-up rules always apply. must be leashed at all times after 6 PM. It’s located next to the University of New England on Neither beach offers facilities. FMI call Kittery Town Hall Crescent Surf Beach is a fine white sand beach with Hills Beach Road. Parking is very limited. In addition at 207-439-0452 or visit www.kittery.org. salt marshes, located between Wells Beach and Moody to swimming, this area is popular for bird watching. Fort Foster Park, located on Gerrish Island (connected Beach. There are tidal pools that are great for children, Leashed dogs are allowed before 9 AM and after 8 PM to the mainland), has several beach/swimming areas, and seals can be spotted offshore on Bucklin Rock. on all three beaches. picnic spots and bathroom facilities. The 88-acre park Parking is available on Gold Ribbon Drive; the beach Saco has roads and pathways for biking and hiking, and there entrance is just beyond the parking area. Porta-potties are military structures and batteries dating back to the are available. Parking is metered and is limited. The best Ferry Beach, part of Ferry Beach State Park, is located late 1800s. time to go to Crescent Surf Beach is between high tides, off Route 9 on Bay View Road between Old Orchard There is a park entry fee of $10 per vehicle that in- since the beach is very narrow at high tide. Beach and Camp Ellis in Saco. cludes all passengers for a full day. Bicyclists, pedestrians Drakes Island Beach is quieter than other Wells The nearly mile-long beach continues to the north as and seniors are $5. Children under age 12, $1. Season beaches because it’s away from the main beach and abuts Ocean Park Beach, then Old Orchard Beach, ending with passes are available for town residents at $20 per house- a much smaller residential neighborhood. The northern Pine Point Beach in Scarborough. There are lifeguards on hold; season passes for nonresidents are $60. end of the beach borders Laudholm Beach and a Rachel the beach late June to mid-September, 10 AM to 5 PM, Fort Foster Park permits dogs during all open hours, Carson bird sanctuary. daily. From July through August, dogs are permitted but they must be leashed. Dog waste must be bagged and Drakes Island Beach has plenty of metered parking; on leash from 9 AM to 5 PM, All other times, dogs are removed from the park. Dogs are prohibited from the rates are posted. Beach-goers may use coins, credit or permitted off-leash with voice control and leash on-hand. east side of Pier Beach; watch for signs. FMI 207-439-0452. debit cards or may purchase tokens from the town hall, Dog waste must be bagged and removed from the beach. Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM. The There are restrooms and changing rooms. York beach has bathroom and changing facilities, lifeguards The 117-acre state park has wooded areas, nature trails, picnic tables and a play area. Admission is $6 per The beaches of York include Short Sands, Long Sands on duty and allows dogs on the beach from April 1 to person for residents; $8 non-residents; children ages 5 and Harbor beaches. June 15. After June 15, no dogs are allowed on the beach from 8 AM to 6 PM. to 11, $4; free for residents over age 65, and $4 for non- Long Sands Beach allows surfing in designated areas, residents over age 65; children age 5 and under are free. is handicap accessible, has lifeguards, restrooms and Groups are $5 per person. float and beach umbrella rentals. Food and beverages Kennebunk are available near Short Sands and Long Sands beaches. The Kennebunk beaches consist of one mile of sandy and pebble beaches that includes Gooch’s, Middle and Mother’s Old Orchard Beach A parking sticker is required for Harbor Beach from With seven miles of wide sandy beach, Old Orchard beaches May 15 to October 15 (available to residents at the Town . The longest stretch of sandy beach is Gooch’s. Beach is the longest in the state. It is also one of Maine’s Hall for $40 or $20 for seniors). Short and Long Sands Public parking is available along Beach Avenue and side most popular recreational areas, with a large amusement beaches use parking meters from 8 AM to 9 PM. streets, as well as at a small lot at Mother’s Beach; however, park, arcade games, restaurants food vendors and plenty Dogs are allowed to run without a leash on York all parking is by permit only from June 15 to September 15. of nighttime entertainment. beaches from sunrise to 8 AM as long as owner is pres- Beach parking permits can be obtained at Kennebunk The beach offers good surf and is wide enough for ent with leash at hand. No dogs allowed from 8 AM to 6 Town Hall. Beach-pass vehicle stickers are available for beach games. Lifeguards are on duty. Dogs are allowed PM. Dogs on leashes are allowed from 6 PM to sunrise. residents (limit of 3 beach stickers per household); there on the beach before 10 AM and after 5 PM. All dogs must These rules apply between May 20 and September 20. At is no fee for the first vehicle, $5 for the second vehicle be under voice control and pet owners. Dog waste must other times of year, dogs are allowed on beach as long and $10 for the third vehicle; taxpayers/residents may be bagged and removed from the beach. as owner is present with a leash at hand. Clean-up rules purchase passes for guests at $25 each. Nonresident Most of the beach utilizes parking meters. Parking always apply. There are no facilities at Short Sands or beach passes are $25/day, $100/week, or $200 for the is limited, however, and car-pooling for beach-goers Harbor beaches. FMI 207-363-1000. season. Surfing is permitted at all of the beaches. is recommended. Across from the entrance to Palace Dogs are not allowed on the beach from 9 AM to 5 PM Playland, there are bathrooms and changing facilities. Ogunquit from June 15 through Labor Day. Dogs must be under FMI call 207-934-2500. One of southern Maine’s most popular beaches, voice control or on leashes. Owners must carry a leash Ogunquit Beach is a three-mile sand bar of beach and at all times. Dog waste must be bagged and removed dunes bordered by the Ogunquit River and the Atlantic from the beach. FMI, www.kennebunkmaine.us or call Kennebunk Town Hall at 207-985-2102. Explore Ocean. Food and beverages are available adjacent to the the Seashore main beach parking lot. Kennebunkport The beach has multiple parking areas; rates and from Maine Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport is located schedules differ. Perkins Cove and Cottage Street are to Florida hourly; others, daily. The main beach lot charges $30 per three miles east of Cape Porpoise off Route 9. Known for day in season. Beach passes are available to year-round its secluded setting and warm, shallow tidal pools, Park- with this handy residents and may be obtained at the Visitor Services De- ing stickers are required for parking from Memorial Day guidebook! partment, downstairs at the Dunaway Center, Monday weekend through Labor Day weekend between 8 AM through Friday, 8 AM to 1 PM. and 6 PM. Stickers are sold at the Kennebunkport Town Written by Dogs are prohibited from the beach from April 1 to Office from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. They are also available at Judith Hansen, September 30. Ogunquit Beach has restrooms, lifeguards the Kennebunkport Police Department on Route 9 any publisher time and at the Goose Rocks Beach General Store. Cost and places to surf. FMI 207-646-5139. of the Tourist News for residents and taxpayers is $5, nonresidents is $15 per At Footbridge Beach, beach-goers walk over a his- illustrated by toric footbridge to get to this less-crowded section of day, $50 per week and $100 for the season. On-street parking is available on King’s Highway Kennebunkport artist beach. There are restrooms and a snack bar. Lifeguards Donna Sabaka are on duty. from 8 AM to 6 PM. Dogs are only permitted on the beach before 8:30 AM and after 6 PM from June 15 to Wells September 30. Dogs must be under voice control or on Autographed copies available at: leashes, and dog waste must be bagged and removed. Wells Beach is a seven-mile barrier beach separated Beach Grass and The Whimsy Shop Surfing is allowed, but there are no lifeguards on duty. from the mainland by the Webhannet River. There are Dock Square, Kennebunkport FMI call the Kennebunkport Chamber of Commerce at several sections of public beach, which is broad even at 207-967-0857. KBC Gifts and H. B. Provisions, high tide. The 4000-yard-long beach is edged with sand Kennebunk Lower Village dunes and sea grasses. Nearby salt marshes provide Biddeford habitat for many shore birds and waterfowl. Fortunes Rocks Beach, accessible from Route 208 Mail-It Unlimited, The town provides several metered parking lots near (off Route 9) in the southern part of Biddeford, is about Shoppers’ Village, Kennebunk this beach: one is at the end of Mile Road, and one is at a half-mile of sandy beach. Lifeguards are on duty dur- Elms Centre Gifts, Rte. 1, Wells the end of Atlantic Avenue near Wells Harbor (turn left ing the season, and porta-potties are available. Parking TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 PAGE 15 Award-winning Author Susan Doherty Hannaford Will Speak at Trinity Chapel by Valerie Marier the medical and penal sys- In early 2015, Han- Comfortably nestled in tem while suffering from nafordwas enjoying rave a cream-colored armchair undiagnosed schizophre- reviews for her first novel, in her sunlit Kennebunk nia. She says, “The book A Secret Music. Out of no- Beach living room, Susan needs to be ready by mid- where she began suffering Doherty Hannaford could September so it’s ‘bum to night sweats, dangerously not stop smiling. Beaming, the chair’ time now.” high fevers and severe in fact. But Hannaford is eager migraines. Ironically, the award- to share her personal story Though her condition winning Canadian author and help others who face worsened, she opted to was describing her harrow- daunting odds when “life take a six-city book tour ing two-year battle against deals you a bad hand.” while doctors tried to make a rare autoimmune disease On Friday evening, Au- a diagnosis. “I kept think- that is almost always fatal, gust 25, at 5 PM, she will ing my fevers were just an and that brought her to speak at Trinity Chapel adrenaline rush of having death’s door several times. in Kennebunk Beach. She a debut novel that had “I see my illness as sim- says, “I call it my ‘survival caught the public eye,” ply part of my life’s jour- speech’ and it’s one of the she says. ney,” Hannaford says. “An most positive statements I HLH is so rare and un- uncluttered path does not will make in my life.” known that, when she was exist for anyone.” “People assume I got finally diagnosed in Au- Hannaford’s unyielding through this ordeal with gust, 2015, her type blood fight to beat HLH (Hemo- the love of friends and had to be flown to Toronto phagocytic Lymphohis- family and, yes, that was because the test required tiocytosis) is now in her important,” Hannaford for confirmation was not rear view mirror. There says. "But you really have available in Canada. Che- Susan Doherty Hannaford continued to pursue her writing career while battling a rare are 5K races to run, long- to look deep into yourself mo treatments started im- life-threatening autoimmune disease. photo by Val Marier delayed piano lessons to and draw on resources you mediately. If left untreated, resume, and bonfires to en- don’t know you have.” a patient can die from HLH joy with her husband Hal, Despite undergoing nu- within 60 days from multi- 20-year-old had written ther’s life. It resonates with celebrating Christmas in and children, Alisse and merous chemotherapy ses- organ failure. from various cities she had family subplots and melo- Germany. They are flying Reid, when dusk descends sions, steroid therapy, stem “When I say how for- visited on her travels. dious references to Chopin to Berlin on December 21 on the beach. cell transplant (the first in tunate I am to have had She says, “I sent him opuses and Schubert ser- with the hope that she can She rises daily at 5:30 Quebec to treat HLH), 25 the diagnosis in time, I feel random thoughts, ‘in the enades, with the hope that meet her donor who was AM to finish editing her blood transfusions, months truly blessed,” she says. moment’ vignettes, and music might keep mental described “as a Tom Brady second novel, Ghost Gar- in Montreal’s Royal Victoria “You can always choose when I read them all, they demons at bay. type, young, athletic, ex- den, the story of a 58-year- hospital, including 50 days your attitude. Outcomes validated my aspirations of Hannaford herself used tremely fit.” old Montreal woman’s in isolation, Hannaford says, are outcomes, but living becoming a writer.” musical therapy while un- Says Hannaford, “I was 40-year journey through “I never gave up hope.” with happiness is a choice.” After a brief stint at dergoing her stem cell allowed to contact him This is not the first time Macleans Magazine, Han- treatment. one year after the trans- Hannaford has felt blessed. naford moved to Paris for “There are 22 million plant. So, on June 2, 2017, She received 34 rejection two years, where she free- listed on the International I wrote and asked if we letters for A Secret Mu- lanced for the International Donor List and I had one could meet. I will go to the sic before finally inking a Herald Tribune and other match who lived in Ger- farthest corner of Germany contract. newspapers. many,” she says. “So on to thank him for the life he This story of Lawrence, Back in Canada, she the day of my transplant, has given me.” a 15-year-old piano prodi- started her own company I listened to a playlist I’d Susan Doherty Han- gy hoping to win an invi- in Toronto, On Location comprised of German mu- naford will speak at Trinity tation to the famed Curtis Productions, and worked sic – classical and contem- Chapel, Woodland Av- Institute in Philadelphia, in advertising for 18 years. porary. I also included enue, Kennebunk Beach, garnered Canada’s 2016 She also studied creative ‘The Serenade’ by Franz on Friday, August 25, at Grace Irwin Prize. writing at the University Schubert, which is the duet 5 PM. Admission is free. Her first novel also re- of Toronto. performed by Lawrence Her novel, A Secret Music, ceived the 2016 Word Slowly, the seeds of a and his mother in A Secret is available at amazon.com Guild Prize for best young personal saga took root. Music.” and Fine Print Booksellers, adult fiction, the Silver A Secret Music is loosely This December, Han- Port Walk, Dock Square, Literary Classics High based on aspects of her fa- naford and her family are Kennebunkport. School Fiction award in 2017, and was recently shortlisted for the 2017 Frank Hegyi Award for Emerging Authors by FOR Sale: 1851 Greek Revival home the Ottawa Independent A gem in the heart of Kennebunkport Writers association. Hannaford first sensed she would be- come a professional writer after returning home from a Eurorail jaunt through Europe. Her father had saved every postcard the

Q & A with Susan Doherty Hannaford Favorite authors? “I read Ann Marie MacDonald, Rohinton Mistry and Yann Martel. I like strong character-driven books, like Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Street. A current favorite is Derek B. Miller who wrote Norwegian by Night.” $1,100,000 Muses? “Every year I reread Anne Lamott’s Bird by Bird: Some instructions 2 Mast Cove Lane & Maine Street, a short walk to Dock Square on Writing and Life. And I frequently browse through William Zinsser’s On 11 rooms • 4 BRs • 2.5 Baths • 3 working fireplaces • 2-car garage Writing Well.” 4,033 sq.ft. • Adjacent to Conservation land • Tidal water views Inspirations? “Senses infuse my writing – smell, touch, texture, sound and A gracious home and established award-winning art gallery taste. I use a thesaurus, a dictionary, and I study old photos for facial expres- sions or ways to describe body movements. I also look at paintings to deepen with many options for use. my vocabulary of ‘color.’” Offered by Pack Maynard and Assoc., Kennebunkport Silver linings? “Spending 50 days in isolation gave me time to think. I now feel I can understand the physical and psychic pain of the people I write about. Shown by appointment only. I know their strength and their loneliness – but for me it was just temporary.” Call Vicki Benenti 207-967-3883 PAGE 16 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 Unknown Portrait by Museum Founder Revealed Galleries The Brick Store Muse- um in Kennebunk recently discovered a hidden paint- ing by museum founder Edith Cleaves Barry in its John MaRIn collection. July 1 - August 29 Holly Rich of Hunter Editions in Kennebunk is helping the museum to digitize several of the museum’s paintings, and she was the first to uncover the hidden work by artist Edith Barry. Barry lived from 1884 to 1969; she founded the Brick Store Museum in 1936. She was an artist who split her time between her ancestral home in Kennebunk and her studio in New York City in the first half of the 20th century. Barry trained with Im- pressionist mentors like John Marin (1870-1953) Claude Monet, Frederick From Cape Split, Maine, 1939 (detail) Watercolor on paper Macmonnies, and Freder- 15½ x 20” ick Frieseke in France in collector of her artwork in the early 1910s. The Brick the world. ogunquitmuseum.org Store Museum is the largest Through a grant by the 543 Shore Road, Ogunquit ME | 207-646-4909 Robert and Patricia Bau- man Family Foundation, the museum has been able to digitize several of its major works, including artwork by Barry, Abbott Graves, Louis Norton, and more local artists and scenes. Digital preserva- tion is an important step in the museum’s mission to preserve the history and art of the Kennebunks for future generations. The museum selected Hunter Editions, a local fine art reproduction firm in Kennebunk, to capture the works digitally. Because paintings must Edith Barry's unfinished portrait of a woman, as yet un- be removed from their identified, was found under Barry's painting,The Start frames for digital scanning, of the East Side Parade, when the painting for being Hunter Editions’ owner prepared for digitization at Hunter Editions. August 19, 2017 - 5:00-7:00 PM, Refreshments Served Holly Rich was delicately taking Edith Barry’s The work on canvas board – an of the museum’s collection 5 Pier Rd., Cape Porpoise, Maine 207-967-5053 Start of the East Side Parade unfinished woman’s por- in 1952, the framed painting www.thewrightgallery.com (painted in 1946) out of its trait – beneath the paint- ornate frame, only to find ing. Portrait an additional piece of art- Before becoming a part continued on page 17

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Galleries Ongoing Exhibits "Jack Brumbaugh – Oil Pastels," a solo exhibition, Late Summer Exhibitions at the Barn Gallery, junction Barn Gallery Summer 2017 Arundel Farm Gallery, 76 Arundel Road, Arundel. Exhibit of Shore Road and Bourne Lane in Ogunquit. Gallery continues through Saturday, August 26, when there will hours are 11 AM to 5 PM Monday through Saturday and be an Artist's Conversation, 1 to 3 PM. FMI 561-702-6396 1 to 5 PM on Sunday. Continues through September or ArundelFarmGallery.com. 9. FMI 646-8400 or barngallery.org. Late Summer Exhibitions August 9~ September 9 "Playing with Color" Exhibit, Kennebunk Library, 112 Members of the Southern Maine Clay Guild are hold- Main St., Kennebunk. The exhibit, "Playing with Color," ing a show and sale entitled “All Our Best II,” now on From Above features watercolors by students in Dennis Rafferty's exhibit at The Red Door Pottery Studio, 44 Government OAA Expressions class and can be viewed the month of August during Street in Kittery Foreside. Hours are Saturdays, 10 AM to New Members library hours. FMI 985-2173. 4 PM, by chance or by appointment. Call 207-439-5671 50 Years: Evelyne Harper Neill or visit www.reddoorpottery.com. The event continues Invited New England Sculptors Philip Frey, Margaret Gerding and Ellen Welch through Sunday, October 29. Granter Exhibit at Maine Art Shows, 10 Chase Hill Rd., Evelyne Harper Neill Kennebunk Lower Village. The gallery is open daily 11 Barn Gallery, 207-646-8400 AM to 5 PM. Continues to September 4. FMI maine-art. com or 967-0049. Shore Road & Bourne Lane, P.O. Box 794, Ogunquit, Maine 03907 Daily: 11 AM - 5 PM, Sunday 1 - 5 PM www.barngallery.org • [email protected] Portrait Edith Barry was a world- archives. Museum direc- the newly discovered por- continued from page 16 traveler, and never mar- tor Cynthia Walker is cur- trait displayed side-by-side ried. Her photographs and rently writing a book on beginning in September. had traveled to exhibitions writings of her early 20th Barry’s life; her project “We were so excited at the Montclair Art Mu- century travels, including began as a master’s degree that Holly found this,” Summer Solstice seum in New Jersey, the to the Middle East, Africa, thesis on Barry’s travels. Walker said. “In a museum National Academy of De- the American west, and Visitors to the museum that’s been here for over Craft Show Europe, are preserved in sign in New York, and the will be able to see The Start 80 years, with over 70,000 Summer Ogunquit Art Association. the Brick Store Museum’s of the East Side Parade and items in our collection, Solstice 2017 The museum staff was you don’t often find such surprised by the discovery, surprises, much less relat- League since no one knew about ing to our founder. . . We’re of Maine &10 the an additional artwork Arctic and Indian arts grateful to partners like the st September 9 by Barry. Staff members for the 21 century Bauman Family Founda- are currently researching 26 Maine Street, Kennebunkport tion and Hunter Editions Wells Jr High the identity of the woman www.homeandaway.gallery for making these special 1470 Post Rd (Route 1), Wells in the portrait, and will an- Open every day, 11 to 5 moments happen. Now, nounce findings as soon as 207 967-2122 instead of being hidden for 10am–4pm they are known. eternity, this portrait will Free Parking & Admission “Barry was a fantastic be in our collection for the portrait artist. It’s where public to enjoy.” www.SummerSolsticeCraftShows.com she got most of her com- (207) 646-5172 missioned work,” museum Chris Pruitt director Cynthia Walker explained. “It makes a lot of sense that she was probably doing a study for a later portrait, and then used this piece as a backing board for The Start of the East Side Parade. We can tell this portrait was painted in the 1940s simply because of Summer of the sitter’s hair and cloth- Jeremy Frey ing styles. Now all we Palaya Qiatsuq (Maine) Art & Science have to do is identify her.” Sculpture | Prints | Baskets |Beadwork|Jewelry Sculpture Exhibition & Sale Concerts | Walks | Talks

Crafters Wanted wellsreserve.org/art for the Juried Arts and Crafts Fair at the Shaker Hill Apple Festival Shaker Hill Road, Alfred September 23 and 24, 10 AM–4 PM For an application, contact Michelle McCarthy, by e-mail [email protected] or call 207-651-1942.

Take a ride in the country to visit the Wade Zahares Gallery 314 Alewive Road, Lyman • 207-499-2485 Original Art Prints • Local Scenes Illustrated Children’s Books Open Thurs. & Fri. 2–7 PM and by appointment wellsreserve at laudholm Take Rte. 35 from Kennebunk to Lyman, 4.5 miles a plaCE To diSCovEr from I-95 exit (southbound) www.zahares.com ½ mile from US roUte 1 via laUdholm farm road, wellS 207-646-1555 PAGE 18 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017

Baseball League Home Game Schedules Ever After Mustang Rescue in Southern Maine 463 West Street, Biddeford • 207-284-7721 Portland Sea Dogs Double A Eastern League Team, Boston Red Sox Affiliate, Hadlock Field, Portland. Home game Mustangs are a living symbol times: weekdays, noon, 6 or 7 PM; Saturdays, 6 PM; Sundays of the wild west. 1 PM. For ticket prices and promotions, www.milb.com, 207-879-9500 or [email protected] At Ever After Mustang Rescue, August 24, 25, 26, 27 these beautiful horses have September 1, 2, 3, 4 a new life where they can be cared for, trained, adopted Old Orchard Beach Surge, an Empire Pro League or just live out their days. Team, The Ballpark, Old Orchard Beach. Home games are at 6:30 PM unless otherwise indicated. FMI ticket Come visit, learn their story, prices and promotions, contact www.empireprole- be a volunteer, donate. ague.com or [email protected]. August 23, 24 FMI www.mustangrescue.org

2017 Maine Agricultural Fairs

Once a year, more than over two dozen of Maine’s small towns come alive with mid- ways, entertainment, harness racing, livestock exhibits, contests and special fair food – fried dough, cotton candy, corn dogs, caramel apples and other treats that, inexplicably, taste best on a stick. August 19-26 Union Fair – Union. A large agricultural fair featuring the annual Blueberry Fes- tival plus a large midway, crafts, animal pulling events and harness racing. FMI unionfair.org

August 24-27 Piscataquis Valley Fair – Dover-Foxcroft. Fair includes a milking parlor with homemade ice cream, agricultural exhibits, crafts, midway and animal pulling events. FMI 207-564-3689 or piscataquisvalleyfair.com

August 24-27 Acton Fair – Acton. Includes outstanding exhibits, 4H, livestock exhibit, flower show, animal pulling events, midway. FMI actonfair.net. Auto show on August 24.

August 27-September 4 Windsor Fair – Windsor. A large, progressive fair with extensive agricultural, craft and art exhibits, plus a large midway, animal pulling events, harness racing and mechanical pulling. FMI windsorfair.com

August 31-September 4 Blue Hill Fair – Blue Hill. Great country fair with midway, exhibits, non-pari-mutuel racing, animal pulling events, entertainment. FMI 207-374-3701 or bluehill- fair.com

September 1-4 Springfield Fair – Springfield. Stage shows, animal and mechanical pulling, antique autos, midway, livestock exhibits. FMI thespringfieldfair.com

September 1-4 Harmony Fair – Harmony. Free admission, free parking, stage shows, animal and mechanical pulling, midway, demo derby, livestock and exhibit hall.

September 7-10 Clinton Lions Agricultural Fair – Clinton. Family atmosphere, midway, animal pulling events, mechanical pulling event, exhibits, stage entertainment. FMI clinyon- lionsfair.com

September 8-10 Litchfield Fair – Litchfield. Country fair with large midway, agricultural ex- hibits, livestock, animal pulling events. Historical fair museum.

September 17-23 Farmington Fair – Farmington. Large midway, exhibit halls, livestock ex- hibits, animal pulling events, harness racing, demolition derby.

September 13-16 Oxford County Fair – Oxford. Livestock shows, animal pulling events, mid- way, crafts, exhibits and harness race track. FMI oxfordcountyfair.com

September 15-17 New Portland Lion’s Fair – North New Portland. Midway, exhibit hall, animal pulling events, mechanical pulling, crafts, livestock exhibits.

September 22-24 Common Ground Fair – Unity. A celebration of rural life, demonstrations, Maine organic-produced foods and crafts as well as livestock exhibit.

September 24-30 Cumberland Fair – Cumberland Center. Large exhibit halls, midway and livestock exhibits, animal pulling events and harness racing.

October 1-8 Fryeburg Fair – Fryeburg. Maine’s largest agricultural fair. Beautiful setting dur- ing the height of foliage season. Exhibit halls, museum, harness racing and livestock. Listings of agricultural fairs are at www.mainefairs.org or www.getrealmaine.com TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 PAGE 19 MS is No Match for This Unstoppable Equestrian Champion by Nancy McCallum former journalist, she oc- at competitions in Austra- When she was 36, Mary casionally does writing lia, Belgium and Canada. Jordan was diagnosed with and marketing work, and In 2015, Jordan was induct- multiple sclerosis (MS), a because of her hospitality ed into the Kirkland Sports disease that other members skills, she does some cater- Hall of Fame in her home- of her family also have had. ing work. But at the center town of Clinton, New York, Her father was crippled by of her life is her horse Ru- for her achievements as an it, and lived most of his bicon 75, or “Ruby,” who athlete in Para Dressage, adult life in a wheelchair; she trains with daily. Much and also for her achieve- her older sister also has it. of the money she earns is ments as an advocate for Multiple sclerosis afflicts for the events in which she people living with MS. the central nervous system; hopes to compete. Jordan often does public it is an unpredictable, often The veteran equestri- speaking events, to talk to disabling disease. It inter- enne is currently training people about living with rupts the flow of informa- and raising funds for nu- MS. “My family’s history tion from the brain to the merous events. The next of MS is my legacy, so to body, which causes the event in her sights is the speak, so I am motivated symptoms. “I had numb- U.S. Para Equestrian Na- to connect with patients in ness and tingling in my tional Dressage Champion- patient programs around hands and feet, and an ship in Tryon, North Caro- the country to offer hope electrical zapping sensation lina, September 14 to 17. to these individuals and called ‘Lhermitte’s sign’ up This will also be the site families,” Jordan says. “It my neck and spine,” say of the World Equestrian is a family disease and Jordan, who is now 51. Games in 2018, which she affects people physically, It may be a family “leg- hopes to qualify for, in the spiritually, mentally and acy,” as she says, but it has Para Dressage category. It financially.” not stopped her. Jordan, is the second largest eques- Jordan says she has a who first became interested trian competition in the unique perspective because in horses at the age of 2, world, behind only the of her family experience. “I actively competes in eques- Olympics/Paralympics. have seen the worst-case trian events for people with Jordan also is training scenario with my father (al- MS – called “para” events for the U.S. Dressage Asso- though wheelchair-bound, – as well as in events for ciation’s Region 8 regional he worked full-time as a able-bodied people. championships in Sau- college professor and as a She is able to be in both gerties, New York, Septem- minister)," says Jordan. “I worlds because she consid- ber 21 to 24. Her long-term have been a child of an MS ers herself a “best-case” sce- goal is to participate in the patient and an MS patient nario when it comes to MS. 2020 Paralympics in Tokyo. raising a child. I have been She gives herself injections She will also be competing my father’s caregiver and of a medication called Co- in two international events a patient as well. The ad- photo by Amy E. Riley paxone, three times a week. in Florida in January, in vancements are great, so I At one time, she needed Tryon again in April, and try to instill hope in people Mary Jordan, of Wells, pictured above astride her horse Rubicon 75 (Ruby), has been the injections daily, but Michigan next summer – who are scared to death the U.S. National Para Dressage Grade 5 champion five times since 2011. constant focus on maintain- with other events on the and need information.” ing good health has helped docket as well. Anyone interested in her. She also became a Jordan, who trains at lo- helping Jordan raise funds vegan, and she says that cal tracks, and with the re- for her goals can do so the more she moves, the nowned Williams Dressage at her Go Fund Me page better she feels. “I focus on team, has been successful in (Mary-Jordan-National- Tide Chart exercise, stretching, cardio competition. Champs), or through the and massage work when I She has been the U.S. United States Para Eques- August 23 ~ September 6 can fit it in,” she says. National Para Dressage trian Association, at uspea. Indeed, Jordan is in con- Grade 5 champion five org. (Write “Mary Jordan” Wednesday, August 23 Monday, August 28 Saturday, September 2 stant motion. A resident times since 2011, and the in the donation field.) 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This chart shows tides for the mid-coast of York County; tide times are a few minutes earlier to the north (Old Orchard Beach) and a few minutes later to the south (York Beach). Tides are affected by the weather and cycles of the moon; the actual times and tide heights can differ slightly from the predictions above. PAGE 20 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 Amusements

The Tourist News, 2017

Classic Car Events Square Dancing with the Nubbble Lighthouse Keepers, Pool, Wednesdays and Saturdays, 10 and 11 AM; and Bentley’s Saloon, Rte. 1, Arundel, Tuesdays, 5 PM to Sundays, 7:30 to 9:30 PM ; lesson at 7 PM, the Wells Activity Thursdays, 5 and 6 PM, June through August. Reservations dusk, May 16 to September 19. FMI bentleysaloon.com Center, 113 Sanford Rd. (Rte. 109), Wells. Each week will required. Fifteen-minute boat ride to island. Free; donations or 985-8966. feature a different caller and cuer. FMI 207-312-8114. appreciated to Friends of Wood Island Lighthouse. FMI woodislandlighthouse.org or 200-4552. Blast from the Past, 114 Sokokis Trail (Rte. 5), East Wa- Galleries and Arts Activities terboro, Fridays, 5 to 8 PM, May 19 to September 1. FMI Biddeford + Saco ArtWalk, venues downtown and in the Museums blastfromthepastme.com or 247-8005. mills, last Friday of the month, 5 to 8 PM, April 28 through Alfred Shaker Museum, 118 Shaker Hill Rd., Alfred. Restored October 27. FMI biddefordsacoartwalk.com or 370-9130. buildings of former Shaker community. Wednesdays and Classic Car Tours, Motorland, 2564 Portland Rd. (Rte. 1), Fiber Arts Group, Wells Library, 1434 Post Rd. (Rte. 1), Wells, Saturdays, 1 to 4 PM, May to October. FMI alfredshakermu- Arundel. Daily 10 AM to 5 PM. Guided tours; admission seum.org or 324-8669 or 324-7650. charged. Over 150 classic cars and trucks from 1915–1985 Fridays, 10:30 AM to noon. Open to all needleworkers, all including Duesenberg, Ferarri, Maserati, cars from U.S. ages and abilities. FMI [email protected] or 646-8181. Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Housed in presidents, Hollywood stars and royalty. FMI 710-6699 or Knitting and Crafting Group, Thursdays, 1:30 to 4 PM. Drop- a block of restored 19th century buildings. Open Tuesday, motorlandamerica.com ins always welcome to knit, crochet, embroider, hook rugs, Thursday and Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday, 10 AM to 8 PM; Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM, Sunday, noon to 4 PM. Eliot Commons, Rte. 236, Eliot, last Saturday of the month, or do another craft project. Deering Room, Dyer Library, Rte. 1, Saco. FMI 283-3861. There are ongoing exhibits that showcase the area's history. 4 PM, May through September. For vehicles 1972 and old- Admission: adults $7.50; seniors $6; children, ages 6 to 16, er. Hosted by Kruise Knights. FMI Kruise Knights Facebook Maine Women in the Arts meets the first Thursday of the $3; under age 6, free. On weekends there is a family rate of page or 252-1976. month, alternating between an 8 AM and 7 PM meeting. $10 for up to six members. Admission is free for museum Joe’s Deli Cruise-In/Sonny's Convenience Store, Middle A business meeting about upcoming art shows is often members. FMI brickstoremuseum.org or 985-4802. Rd./Old Berwick Rd., Lyman, alternating Mondays, 4 PM, followed by a discussion or program. Open to the public. Meeting location TBA. FMI www.mainewomenarts.com. Counting House Museum in South Berwick, on Main (Rte. May 15 through August. FMI Joe’s Deli and Pizza Facebook 4) and Liberty streets, formerly a cotton factory built beside page or 985-6238. Painting Group, Engine, 128 Main St., Biddeford. Saturdays, the Salmon Falls River in the 1830s.The brick building is the Jumpin’ Jakes Cruise Night, 181 Saco Ave., Old Orchard 11 AM to 1 PM. Bring your own supplies; $10 fee. Beginners headquarters of the Old Berwick Historical Society, which Beach, Sundays, 4 to 6 PM, weather permitting, to Septem- welcome. Amanda Hawkins, instructor. FMI and/or to owns and maintains the property. The building contains ber 17. FMI 207-937-3250. register, [email protected] or 370-9130. one of northern New England’s last textile mill ballrooms. Sanford Sound Monthly Cruise Night and Meet-Up, 1458 Saco Bay Artists invites artists to join. Meetings are held The museum has a permanent collection of artifacts, Main St.,Sanford, second Saturday of the month, 5 to 8 PM, at The Pines, 20 Manor St., Ocean Park, second Monday of photographs and documents, and hosts regular exhibitions May 13 through September 9. FMI sanfordsound.com or the month. Meetings alternate between noon and 6:30 PM. showcasing the heritage of this area, which was the site of 490-4900. (PM meeting June 12.) FMI sacobayartists.org or 937-2125. the first permanent settlement in Maine. Open 1 to 4 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, May through October. Admission is Village Art Walks, Lower Village, Kennebunk and Dock TJ's Pizza Weekly Cruise-In, 366 Elm St., Biddeford, Thurs- free. FMI obhs.net or 384-0000. days, 5 to 7 PM, May 4 through September 28. FMI 284-6133. Square, Kennebunkport. Second Friday of the month, 5 to 7 PM, June through September, and December. FMI Harmon Museum of Old Orchard Beach Historical Society, 4 Community Sales gokennebunks.com or 967-0857. Portland Ave., Old Orchard Beach, Tuesday through Friday, Book Sale at the Book Shed of the Libby Memorial Library, 10 AM to 4 PM; Saturday, 10 AM to 2 PM, through September 27 Staples St., Old Orchard Beach. Tuesday–Friday, 10 AM Kid Stuff 3. Free admission. FMI harmonmuseum.org or 934-9319. Preschool story and adventure hour, Animal Welfare to 4 PM; Saturday, 10 AM to 3 PM. FMI 934-4351. Gently Kittery Historical and Naval Museum, 200 Rogers Rd. Society, 46 Holland Rd., West Kennebunk, Thursdays, 10 used books, DVDs, CDs and other items. Proceeds benefit Ext., Kittery. Items and artifacts that reflect Kittery’s rich to 11 AM, through June 15. Free; donations accepted. FMI library programs and acquisitions. historical and maritime past, including shipbuilding, toys, animalwelfaresociety.org or 985-3244. Book Sale, Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Rd., Wells. archaeological finds and household artifacts. Special Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM; Tuesday and Story Time, 10:30 AM, Wednesdays, July and August, programs offered year-round. Open Saturday and Sundays, Thursday, 1 to 8 PM; Saturday, 10 AM to 1 PM. Collection Seashore Trolley Museum, 195 Log Cabin Rd., Kennebunkport. 10 AM to 4 PM, mid-April through Columbus Day. Adults, $3; updated weekly; books, 25 cents to $5. FMI wellslibrary.org Conductor Nate reads transportation-themed stories to children 7 to 15, $1.50; under 7, free. FMI kitterymuseum. or 646-8181. young children, and accompanies families on trolley ride. com or 439-3080. FMI [email protected] or 967-2800. Cargo Shop at the Church on the Cape, 3 Langsford Rd., Meetinghouse Museum, 938 Post Road (Rte. 1), Wells. Home of the Historical Society of Wells-Ogunquit. Cape Porpoise. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2 to 4 PM, April Lighthouses through November, plus Saturdays,10 AM to noon, June Boon Island Lighthouse. Six miles northeast of Cape Nautical artifacts, decorative arts, historical items, through November. Affordable clothing, household items, Neddick in York. First commissioned as a beacon in 1799; genealogical research library. Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 white-elephant articles, linens, collectibles, books and lighthouse built in 1811, then rebuilt in 1855. 133 ft. tower. AM to 4 PM; Free tours of the Meetinghouse Museum games. FMI 967-5787. The island was the site of the 1710 shipwreck of the British on Saturdays, 10 AM to 1 PM. Donations accepted. FMI ship Nottingham Galley, which was the subject of Kenneth historicalsocietyofwellsandogunquit.org or 646-4775. Equine Events Roberts’ novel Boon Island. Not open to the public. Visible Museums of Old York, York St.,York village. A complex BlixxHorses educational programs, including individual- from Long Sands Beach or Sohier Park in York, or by boat. of historical buildings.Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM; ized horse therapy. Learn about horse behavior, care and FMI newenglandlighthouses.net. Sunday, 1 to 5 PM, May 29 through September 3. Fall hours, communication. Kennebunk. By appointment only. FMI September 7 to October 15: Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10 blixxhorses.org or BlixxHorses Facebook page or 985-1994. Goat Island Lighthouse, Cape Porpoise Harbor, Pier Rd., Kennebunkport. Established in 1833 and rebuilt in 1859. AM to 5 PM; Sunday, 1 to 5 PM. FMI oldyork.org or 363-1756. BlixxHorses will appear at The Colony Hotel, 140 Ocean 25 ft. tower. Close to shore, and can be viewed from Cape North Berwick Business Museum, Elm St. open every Avenue, Kennebunkport every Thursday at 9:30 AM, July 6 Porpoise pier or visited by boat. If home, lighthouse keepers Wednesday, 10 AM to noon, in July and August. Display of to September 7 as part of the Equine Education in a Casual will give tour. Owned and maintained by Kennebunkport artifacts and pictures of past businesses that were vital to Setting program. The general public is welcome; the pro- Conservation Trust. FMI kporttrust.org. FMI on boat tours, the former railroad town. gram is suitable for all ages. FMI BlixxHorses 985-1994, or 831-3663; for kayaking rental information, 888-925-7496 or Ogunquit Fire Company Fire Museum, Firemen’s Park, 86 The Colony Hotel 967-3331. Last minutes changes will be 967-6065. posted on BlixxHorses FaceBook page. Obed’s Lane, Ogunquit. On view 24 hours a day. View the Nubble Light, off Cape Neddick, York. Lighthouse built steam pumper, firefighting memorabilia and memorials. Women and Horses Workshop, a hands-on experience, on small island near shore in 1879. Not open to the public. Ogunquit Heritage Museum, 86 Obed’s Lane, Ogunquit. Ever After Mustang Rescue, 463 West St., Biddeford, Mon- 41 ft. tower. Visible from Sohier Park on Nubble Rd. “The days, 6 to 7:30 PM. FMI and/or to register, 284-7721. June through October. Tuesday–Saturday, 1 to 5 PM. Free. Nubble” is said to be the most photographed lighthouse in FMI ogunquitheritagemuseum.org or 646-0296. the country. Owned by the town of York. Friends of Nubble Fun and Games Ogunquit Museum of American Art, 543 Shore Bingo, Wells-Ogunquit Center at Moody, 300 Post Rd. (Rte. Light operate a visitors’ center and gift shop in Sohier Park. Gift shop and center open mid-April through October. Rd.,Ogunquit,10 AM to 5 PM, May through October. 1), Moody. Senior center. Starting May 10; for dates and Exhibitions, recent acquisitions and works from the details, wocam.org or 646-7775. Must be over 16 to play. Open daily 9 AM to 4 PM to mid-May; 9 AM to 7 PM through October. FMI newenglandlighthouses.net. FMI for boat trip, museum’s permanent collection. Current exhibits: "Dahlov Bingo, Ramsdell Rogers American Legion Post 56, finestkindcruises.com or 646-5227. Ipcar: Creative Growth," "Carl Austin Hyatt: Salt/Sea/Stone," Meadowbrook Plaza, Rte.1, York, every Monday, 7 PM. Doors "Gary Haven Smith," "Ernest Hemingway and Henry Strater," Wood Island Light, Biddeford. Two miles east of mouth of open 6 PM. FMI ramsdellrogers56.com or 363-9827. "Tradition and Excellence: Art and Ogunquit, 1914-1918." Saco River. Visible from East Point Sanctuary, end of Lester FMI ogunquitmuseum.org or 646-4909. Duplicate Bridge (ACBL-Sanctioned), Wells-Ogunquit B. Orcutt Blvd., Biddeford Pool. Built in 1808, and rebuilt in Center at Moody, 300 Post Rd. (Rte. 1), Moody, Tuesdays, 1858. 47 ft. tower. Accessible by boat. The Friends of Wood Pasco Exhibit Center, Kennebunkport Historical Society, noon to 3:30 PM. If a partner is needed, arrive by 11:45 AM. Island Lighthouse offers tours from Vines Landing, Biddeford 125 North St., Kennebunkport. Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 3 FMI wocam.org or 646-7775. PM, year-round. Admission $5; free for KHS members. FMI kennebunkporthistoricalsociety.org or 967-2751.

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Saco Museum, 371 Main St. (Rte. 1), Saco. Tuesday– day, panoramic views extend along the Maine coast, west to Thursday, noon to 4 PM; Friday, noon to 8 PM; Saturday, Mount Washington in New Hampshire and south to Boston. 10 AM to 4 PM; also Sunday, noon to 4 PM, June through A variety of trails for hikers and mountain bikers. The summit Amusements December. Adults $5, seniors and students $3, children 7 to is a popular site in the fall for watching migrating hawks, bald 18, $2, 6 and under free. Free admission, Fridays, after 4 PM. eagles and osprey. Access from Mountain Road, off Route 1. FMI dyerlibrarysacomuseum.org or 283-3861. FMI agamenticus.org or 363-1102. Seashore Trolley Museum, 195 Log Cabin Rd., Kennebunk- Petanque Club, Veteran’s Memorial Park, Heath St., Old Sailing on The Gift port. Largest electric railway museum in the world. Opens Orchard Beach. Tuesdays, 2 PM; Fridays, 6 PM. New mem- May 6. Saturdays and Sundays only until Memorial Day, bers welcome. FMI Joe Leprohon, 937-2015, or Bob Quinn, 1 1/2-hour cruises then open daily through Columbus Day. Open Saturdays 934-2648. Private charters and Sundays through October 29. 10 AM to 5 PM. FMI trol- Scarborough Marsh, 92 Pine Point Rd. Scarborough. leymuseum.org or 967-2800. State’s largest salt marsh (3100 acres) has guided and Perkins Cove, Strawbery Banke Museum, 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth, self-guided walks, kayaking and canoe trips. Includes na- New Hampshire. Restored furnished houses, exhibits, historic ture center. Hosts many programs and events. The prop- Ogunquit landscapes and gardens, and costumed role players on 10- erty is open year-round. The Audubon Center is open May acre site. Open daily, 10 AM to 5 PM, May 1 through October through September. FMI maineaudubon.org or 883-5100, 207-646-3758 1. Adults $20, children 5 to17 years $10, family $50. Children summer season; 781-2330, off-season. www.sailthegift.com under 5 and museum members, free. FMI strawberybanke. Self-guided nature walks at Wells Reserve at Laudholm org or 603-433-1100. Farm, Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Seven miles of trails White Columns (formerly known as the Nott House), 8 Maine through fields, forests and marshes, and ocean beach. Trails Street, Kennebunkport. Historic 1853 Greek Revival home are open daily, 7 AM to dusk, year-round. Visitor Center has with restored gardens and gift shop, owned and maintained exhibits and gift shop. Open Monday–Friday, 10 AM to 4 by the Kennebunkport Historical Society. Open Wednes- PM, off-season; 10 AM to 4 PM seven days, Memorial Day day–Saturday, May through August. Open Saturdays only, weekend to Columbus Day. Admission charged late May September through Columbus Day. 10 AM to 4 PM. Adults to Columbus Day. Over age 16, $5; ages 6 to 16, $1; under $10, under 12, free. FMI kennebunkporthistoricalsociety. age 6, free. Members free. FMI wellsreserve.org or 646-1555. org or 967-2751. Self-guided nature walks, Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, Rte. 9, Wells. “Carson Trail,” a one-mile walking trail, Outdoor Activities Bird Banding Demonstration, Tuesdays, 7 AM, Wells Re- handicapped-accessible, open daily, dawn to dusk, year- serve, Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Free with admission. FMI round. Free. Headquarters open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 646-1555 or wellsreserve.org. 4:30 PM. Free nature programs and guided walks, Saturdays, 10 AM, July and August. FMI 646-9226. Birding Watching. Various locations, sponsored by York County Audubon, Wednesdays, 8 AM, May through Sep- Vaughan Woods Memorial State Park, 28 Old Fields Rd., tember. Bring your own scope. Members $5, non-members South Berwick. 165-acre park near Salmon Falls River fea- $8. FMI York County Audubon Facebook page or 391-8071. tures walking trails through old growth forest. Picnic fa- cilities. 9 AM to sunset, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Access Cliff Walk,York Harbor. The one-mile walk starts at the off-season by parking outside locked gate and walking in. public parking lot (parking permit required) beside the Adults (ages 12 to 64), Maine residents,$3; non-residents,$4. Stage Neck Inn, off Route 1A. Free parking is available on Seniors (65+), Maine residents, free; non-residents, $1. Chil- Rte. 1A. The walk winds along the edge of rock cliffs, and dren 5 to 11, $1; under 5, free. FMI maine.gov or 384-5160, offers dramatic views of the crashing surf. Also offers views summer season; 490-4079, off-season. of some of York’s most beautiful estates. The trail is narrow Wednesday Wandering. Hike land preserves within 5 and rocky, and without a guardrail in places. Rubber-soled miles of the coast, first Wednesday of the month through shoes are advised. Experience the Spirit of Peaks Island September 6, 9 to 11 AM. Meet at Beach Plum Farm, 610 Cycling, Maine Coast Cycling Club leads rides from Ken- Main Street, Ogunquit. Hikes are led by a member of Great Golf Cart Tours nebunkport Bicycle Company, 34 Arundel Rd., Kennebunk- Works Regional Land Trust. Hikers must provide their own of Historic port, Sundays, 8 AM and Tuesdays, 5:45 PM, May through transportation to hiking site. FMI 207-646-3604 or gwrlt.org. October. FMI mainecoastcycling.com or 205-7159. Peaks Island Tours daily May–October Cycling, group rides on Wednesdays, 5:30 PM, and Sundays, Points of Interest just a 20-minute ferry ride 8 AM. Meet at Fast & Happy Bicycles shop at 463 Main St., Beach Plum Farm, Rte. 1, Ogunquit. Preserved farmhouse from Portland Harbor Springvale. FMI 502-2280. A women’s cycling group meets and barn on 22-acre saltwater farm, near the Ogunquit River. every other Saturday, 8:30 AM. FMI 318-4682. Includes the Roby Littlefield Museum. Beach Plum Farm also Reservations: 207-766-5514 • www.peaksislandtours.com East Point Sanctuary, end of Lester B. Orcutt Blvd., Bidd- serves as headquarters of the Great Works Regional Land Scenic views Trust. Open dawn to dusk, year-round; free admission. FMI eford Pool. A water and shore bird-watching haven, with WWII Fort 646-3604. views of Wood Island Light. No dogs. Open year-round. FMI Museums maineaudubon.org. Division 9 Schoolhouse on North Berwick Rd. (Rte 9) in Wells. A National Register landmark, built between 1899- Shops & Galleries Ferry Beach State Park, Bayview Rd. (Rte. 9), Saco. Includes Restaurants picnic area, nature trails and nature center. Open 9 AM to sun- 1901, and one of 17 one-room schools in the area. Contains set, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Also can be visited off-sea- antique desks, slate blackboards and a wood stove. The Victorian Cottages son, by parking outside the locked gate and walking in. Dogs schoolhouse is maintained by the town of Wells through the prohibited on beach April 1 to September 30. Adults (ages 12 Historic Preservation Commission. Open by appointment to 64), Maine residents, $5; non-residents, $7. Seniors (65+), Monday to Friday in July and August. From Rte. 109 in Wells, Maine residents, free; non-residents, $2. Children 5 to 11, $1; five miles down Rte. 9, on the left. FMI 646-7803. under 5, free. FMI maine.gov or 283-0067. Fort Foster Park, on Gerrish Island in Kittery. (The island Fisherman’s Walk and Wiggly Bridge, York. The walk is connected to the mainland.) The park contains military is three-quarters of a mile, and starts at the George Mar- structures and batteries constructed in the late 1800s and shall Store on Lindsay Road, near Hancock Wharf. It leads later. The 88-acre park also has beach/swimming areas, through Steedman Woods Preserve to the Wiggly Bridge, biking and hiking trails, picnic areas and bathroom facilities. a 75-foot-long mini-suspension pedestrian bridge, then Fee: $10 per vehicle, per day, or $5 per walk-in or bicyclist. crosses Route 103 to the Sayward-Wheeler House, and Season passes for town resident, $10 per household ($5 for ends at Edward’s Harborside Inn on Stage Neck Road. seniors); non-residents, $20. Leashed dogs allowed during open hours, except on east side of Pier Beach. Owners Kayaking. “Discover Rivers” program led by a registered responsible for dog waste. Open 10 AM to 8 PM, daily, Always kayak guide on a local estuary (a coastal river), sponsored Memorial Day to Labor Day. FMI 439-3800. dog by Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm, Wells. Launch times depend on tides; 2.5 hours on the water, various days, June Fort McClary State Park, Rte 103, Kittery Point, Kittery. friendly! 28 to October 4. Reservations required. For ages 12 and Revolutionary-era fort, manned during five wars, near the older. FMI wellsreserve.org/kayak or 646-1555. mouth of the Piscataqua River. The fort is named for New Experience a powerful Hampshire native Major Andrew McClary, who died in the Marginal Way, Ogunquit, is a one-mile paved walkway Battle of Bunker Hill in Boston during the Revolutionary War. connection to transit history that follows the shore from Perkins Cove to Shore Road. A The buildings at Fort McClary represent several different at Seashore Trolley Museum! favorite spot for artists and photographers, because of its periods of construction; the fort was upgraded and modified scenic overlook of surf and rocky outcroppings. Parking is to meet changing defensive needs. The site was manned Trolley Rides, Exhibits, Hiking Trails, Picnic Areas available at Perkins Cove. during the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War, Special Events & Private Rentals Milliken Mills Trails Park, a 70-acre park off Portland the Spanish-American War and World War I. Half-mile trail; www.trolleymuseum.org Avenue near Milliken Mills Road, Old Orchard Beach. Hiking leashed dogs allowed. Picnic tables. Open year-round, dawn and biking trails, both off road and on, educational signage, to dusk. (Buildings are closed in the off-season.) Regular Open Daily 10-5 a picnic area, a gravesite of a Revolutionary War soldier. season, Memorial Day to September 30. Small admission Off-street parking with easy access to the Eastern Trail (ET). fee. FMI fortmclary.org or 490-4079 or 439-2845. SEASHORE 195 Log Cabin Road Mount Agamenticus in York, elev. 692, (also known as “The TROLLEY Kennebunkport Big A”) is the tallest hill on the Atlantic seaboard between Florida and Mount Desert in Acadia National Park. On a clear AMUSEMENTS continued on page 22 MUSEUM 207-967-2800 PAGE 22 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017

AMUSEMENTS continued from page 21 The Memory Cafe, Bradford Common Bistro, Huntington Common, Huntington Common Franciscan Monastery, 28 Beach Ave., Kennebunk. Active monastery features well-tended Dr., Kennebunk. Mary-Lou Boucouvalas, director of Louis T. Graves Memorial Library, gardens, trails and park along the Kennebunk River. Grounds designed by Frederick Law Kennebunkport, offers an afternoon of stories, games, music, art and activities for people and Olmstead. Open between sunrise and sunset, year-round. Free admission. FMI 967-2011. families dealing with memory loss. Every other Saturday, 12:45 to 2 PM. Free. FMI 967-2778. Hamilton House, 40 Vaughans Lane, South Berwick. Built c.1785 and restored in 1898, the Wells-Ogunquit Center at Moody, 300 Post Rd. (Rte. 1), Moody. The senior center offers former sea captain’s house and gardens stand on the banks of the Salmon Falls River. It is many educational, fitness and recreational programs, including bridge and cribbage, decorated in Colonial revival style, with elegant antiques, furnishings and murals. Owned by Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM. Current activities include bingo, Wednesdays, doors open the Society for Preservation of New England Antiquities. Concerts in the gardens, July and at 4:30 PM; bingo starts at 6 PM. Burgers, hotdogs and snack food available. Must be over August on Sunday at 1 PM. House open Friday–Sunday, 11 AM to 5 PM, with tours on the 16 to play. A pancake breakfast is served every Saturday through October, 8 to 11 AM. All hour; grounds open dawn to dusk, June 1 through mid-October.The property is adjacent you can eat for $5 includes blueberry or buttermilk pancakes, 2 sausages, orange juice and to Vaughan Woods State Park. Admission is $8. FMI historicnewengland.org or 384-2454. coffee. FMI wocam.org or 646-7775. Jewett House, 5 Portland St., South Berwick. The Georgian-style home of writer Sarah Orne Jewett is owned by the Society for Preservation of New England Antiquities. Furnishings Theaters include Jewett’s desk, where she penned her classic works, such as The Country of the Biddeford City Theater, 205 Main St., Biddeford. Restored 1860 opera house, hosts plays Pointed Firs. Friday–Sunday, 11 AM to 5 PM, June 1 through mid-October. Admission, $5. and other arts events. FMI citytheater.org or 282-0849. FMI historicnewengland.org or 384-2454. Hackmatack Playhouse, 538 School St. (Rte. 9), Berwick. Summer theater hosts several Walker’s Point, the family compound of former President George Herbert Walker Bush, productions from mid-June through Labor Day, Wednesday through Saturday. FMI can be viewed from Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport. There is limited parking along the hackmatack.org or 698-1807. road; best viewing and easiest access is by foot or bicycle. Follow Ocean Avenue, two miles Leavitt Theatre, 295 Main St. (Rte. 1), Ogunquit. 580-seat historic theater. Features current from Dock Square. films, historic silent films accompanied by live piano music and other entertainment, May The Wedding Cake House, 105 Summer Street,Kennebunk, is one of the most photographed through September. FMI leavittheatre.com or 646-3123. structures in the area. On the National Register of Historic Places, this distinctive Federal- Ogunquit Playhouse, 10 Main St. (Rte. 1), Ogunquit. Historic summer playhouse. Open style brick house was built in 1825 by shipbuilder George Bourne. Bourne added the mid-July through Labor Day. FMI ogunquitplayhouse.org or 646-5511. lavish, ornamental “frosting” about 25 years later. It is a private home so viewing is from the roadside only. Saco River Theatre, 29 Salmon Falls Rd., Buxton. Open most of the year. Hosts a variety of events, including live music, dance, and plays presented by The Originals, the theater’s White Columns and First Families Museum, 10 AM to 4 PM, 8 Maine St., Kennebunkport. resident company. FMI sacorivertheatre.org or 929-6472. White Columns is a Greek Revival home open for tours. Built in 1853, it has many of the home's orginal furnisings. The museum contains memorabilia and artifacts representing the Tours family of former President George Herbert Walker Bush, whose family has had a summer Back stage Tours at Ogunquit Playhouse are offered Fridays, July 28, August 25, and residence in Kennebunkport for generations. Tours on the hour; last tour at 3 PM. The home September 8, 15 and 29; Sundays, August 6, and September 10 and 24; and Mondays, July is owned and managed by the Kennebunkport Historical Society. Admission and tours are 10 and 24, August 21, and September 18 and 24. Visitors go behind the scenes to see how free to KHS members, $10 non-members. Continues through Columbus Day. FMI 967-2751. the magic on stage is made, from wigs, sound, sets and costumes to the dressing rooms, Science Fun where stars such as Bette Davis, Myrna Loy, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Walter Matthau, Steve Astronomy Classes, New School, 38 York St., (Rte. 1 South), Kennebunk. The Astronomical McQueen, and more prepared for their performances. The tour highlights the history of Society of Northern New England offers beginner classes at 6:45 PM, the first Friday of the the theatre, including how it survived the Great Depression. A 90-minute tour is $10. An month. ASNNE regular meeting follows at 7:30 PM. Classes are free; $5 for non-members if abbreviated 45-minute tour is $5. Tours can be at the Box Office at 207-646-5511. there is a guest speaker. FMI [email protected] or asnne.org. Brewery Tours, Kennebunkport Brewery, the Shipyard Shops, 8 Western Ave., Lower Village, Starfield Observatory, 918 Alewive Rd. (Rte 35), Kennebunk. The observatory is home Kennebunk. See local ale being brewed. By appointment, preferably 24 hours in advance. to the Astronomical Society of Northern New England, which hosts a monthly star party, Year-round. FMI 967-1261. open to the public. Private star parties can also be scheduled. ASNNE also hosts other pro- Historic Mill Tours, Biddeford, starting June 8. Two-hour tour through the city’s 1843 tex- grams. FMI [email protected] or asnne.org. tile mill complex, Thursdays and Saturdays, starting 10 am to noon, $15 for adults, $12 for Seniors' Activities seniors, $10 for students, 40 Main St., Biddeford, next to Portland Pie. Reservations required; call Heart of Biddeford at 207-284-8520, Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 2 PM to book a The Center, 175 Port Rd., Kennebunk. The senior center offers a variety of programs, tour. Reservations should be made prior to 2 PM on the day before the tour. including exercise and wellness classes, recreational activities (including bridge, cribbage Kennebunkport Village Walking Tours from White Columns (formerly known as the Nott and mah jong) and luncheons. Open Monday–Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM; Fridays, 9 AM to 1 House), 8 Maine St., Kennebunkport, 11 AM, Thursdays and Saturdays, July and August; 11 PM. FMI seniorcenterkennebunk.org or 967-8514. AM, Saturdays, September. Adults, $7; free to members and children under 18. Open mid- June through mid-October. Tours are offered by the Kennebunkport Historical Society, which owns and maintains White Columns. FMI 967-2751. Tours at The Jagger Brothers Mill, 5 Water Street. Springvale. This family-owned mill has been spinning yarn in Springvale for over 100 years. The tour shows the process of spinning from bales of fiber to spun yarn. Yarn is available for purchase at the end of the tour. Tours offered the 4th Wednesday of the month at 10 AM. Reservations required; call 800-225-8023. Children must be at least age 12. Free. Park & Go! Ocean-View Patio Walking Tours in Kennebunk, 11AM, Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk. Learn about the historic homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood. Led by a knowledgable guide. $5 per person/free for members. Continues Fridays and Saturdays MOLLY TROLLEY DEPOT through August. On Thursdays at 2 PM in July and August, museum guides lead tours of the Mother's Beach area of Kennebunk Beach area; $10 per person/$5 for museum members. Drop your family Your Gateway to Ogunquit Bring your Meet at Trinity Chapel on Railroad Ave. FMI 985-4802 or brickstoremuseum.org. at the beach & ALL-DAY PARKING $10 bikes & discover park for cheap! 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Saltwater Fishing Preview by Captain Greg Metcalf Amusements Another Great Week for Anglers Along the Coast Great fishing and fan- Seas the Day! tastic weather added up to another productive week Enjoy a day of fishing or sight-seeing for anglers fishing the with Captain Greg Metcalf aboard Striper Swiper. southern Maine coastline. Bluefish are still very scarce but striped bass contin- ued to bite on the inshore grounds while offshore fishermen scored haddock, pollock, tuna and sharks. Kennebunkport: It was another decent week of fishing from Cape Porpoise to Wells Bay. Mackerel are still everywhere and rela- We sail daily from Government Wharf, tively easy to catch. Strip- Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport. ers can be found in shal- 401-617-9265 • Email: [email protected] low water of less than five www.captaingregmetcalf.com feet at Parsons, Mothers and Kennebunk Beaches. The rocky shoreline along Ocean Avenue in front of Saint Ann’s Church has also been very productive. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET The Kennebunk River and the mouth of Mousam River are also very good areas where anglers can fish from the shoreline. Fishermen aboard my boat the Striper Swiper had great luck catching keeper-sized fish. We did not catch any fish in the 40-inch range this week, but many strip- ers between 30 and 35 inch- es were landed. Wells, Ogunquit: Bran- dy from Webhannet Bait Mitchell and Nathan Romig of Cazanovia, New York, doubled up on these two stripers and Tackle reported fish- while fishing aboard theStriper Swiper. Both fish were safely released after this photo. ing remained relatively unchanged from last week. Mackerel were a bit more slowed a bit in Ogunquit some of the fish caught bers. Something is causing difficult to locate but still and also at Short Sands. were 30 inches or better. a lack of baitfish. There are in the area. Many stripers Fishing at Long Sands Sturgeon can be seen jump- still large schools of pogies were caught in the mid-20- Beach, however, has really ing at both ends of the near shore but not many inch size range, and there picked up on the incoming beach in the morning. fish are feeding on them. were a few more reports of tide. There is a mixed bag Saco River and Saco Shark fishinghas picked of all sized stripers. bigger keeper-sized strip- Bay: Captain Cal Robinson up. Jim Garland caught a ers. Moody Beach to Par- Goose Rocks Beach: of Saco Bay Guide Service beautiful 250-pound mako sons Beach and the mouth Captain Steve Brettell re- told me fishing was quite a last Friday, and the blue of the Mousam have all ported an extremely slow challenge last week due to sharks are very coopera- AUG 30 been very productive. week of striper fishing at changing weather condi- tive now that the water has thru SEP 30 York: Captain Phil Breton Goose Rocks. The fish seem tions. Mackerel have been warmed up. There has also reports that mackerel have to have moved off the sand scarce and very difficult been a very good bite of 207.646.5511 been spotty, the last couple and are on the rocks. The to catch. Bluefish are not tuna with fish coming into OgunquitPlayhouse.org of days. The fishing has only bright spot was that showing in fishable num- the Camp Ellis area daily. Rte 1 Ogunquit, ME

Whale Watch • Scenic Lobster Cruise Second Chance Cruises Across the bridge from Dock Square 4 Western Avenue • Kennebunk 207-967-5507 Where the locals go PAGE 24 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 Mustang Rescue Center in Biddeford Will Host Vintage Base Ball Game by Anita Matson preserving and promoting and rehabilitate previously What could be more the game of “base ball,” as adopted mustangs from American than watching it was played during its slaughter or abuse and a baseball game, the coun- formative years in the mid- transition them to new car- try’s national pastime, 19th century and other ing homes and useful lives. with mustangs, the first historic eras. For horses considered horses of America, grazing The two teams com- unadoptable for whatever in a nearby field? peting that afternoon will reason, including advanc- On Saturday, August actually play the game in ing age or health issues, 26, at noon, the Dirigo accordance with the rules, the rescue offers them Vintage Base Ball Club of equipment, uniforms, field a lifetime home; people Maine will face off against specifications, customs, interested in supporting the Essex Base Ball Club, practices, language and these horses can sponsor representing the North behavioral norms of the them. Shore of Massachusetts, on period. Since the mid-1980s, the fields of the Ever After The event is a fund- more than 30 have been Mustang Rescue in Bid- raiser for the Ever After placed. Currently, there deford in a double header. Mustang Rescue, Training are about 30 horses at the The teams will turn and Education Center in rescue center. In addition, back the clock to the 1860s Biddeford with all pro- the rescue offers programs as their rousing game of ceeds benefiting the rescue to educate the public in the “base ball” will be played center. Founded in 2002, humane care and handling in period uniforms and fol- the nonprofit is one of of horses. On Saturday, August 26, the Dirigo Vintage Base Ball Club of Maine will face off against low “The Rules of 1861,” as just a few mustang rescue Members of the rescue the Essex Base Ball Club on the fields of the Ever After Mustang Rescue in Biddeford. adopted by the National centers on the east coast. center staff will sell pea- Association of Base Ball The all-volunteer rescue nuts, Cracker Jacks, hot The fun starts at noon West Street in Biddeford. or for more information Players of that era. deals with horses brought dogs and drinks. Every- on Saturday, August 27, on Adults are $5; children about any of its programs, The home team, the into the Northeast via the one should bring folding the fields of the Ever After under 12 are free. Anyone call 284-7721 or visit www. Dirigo Vintage Base Ball Bureau of Land Manage- chairs or blankets, sun- Mustang Rescue at 463 interested in volunteering mustangrescue.org. Club, is a nonprofit, edu- ment’s “Adopt a Horse” screen, insect repellent and cational and living history program. a hat for sun protection. organization dedicated to Its mission is to rescue Parking is free. 19th Century Base Ball Makes a Comeback by Anita Matson ball rules. Players wear in the 1860s rules say that Vintage base ball is a period reproduction uni- players can catch a ball on rapidly growing pastime in forms, use period authentic one bounce, and it counts America, with close to 400 equipment and follow base as an out. Foul balls don’t teams now belonging to the ball rules from the 19th count as strikes. Any ball Vintage Base Ball Associa- century in order to accu- that is hit fair stays as a fair A True Irish Pub tion (www.vbba.org). rately present the history of ball, even if it goes foul be- The first games were baseball to the public. fore going past third or first Delicious Homemade Food played on Long Island, Some of the most obvi- base. There are three balls American & Irish Specialties New York, at the Old Beth- ous differences seen be- for a walk, rather than four. Nightly Dinner Specials page Village Restoration in tween vintage base ball The VBBA's focus is to the summer of 1979. and modern-day play are recreate the game in keep- Happy Hour 3–5 PM • Late Night bites The Dirigo Vintage Base the uniforms and the bare- ing historical authenticity Live Entertainment Wed. thru Sat. Ball team was formed in handed play. Most players and to educate the public Rehearsal Dinners • Private Parties • Catering 2006, based on a team that were bare-handed until the regarding the character, Sun: Noon–Midnight • Mon: 3 pm–Midnight • Tues: Closed played in Augusta during mid-1880s, although some history and growth of the Weds & Thurs: 3 pm–Midnight • Fri & Sat: 3 pm–1 am the 1860s. Its founder, Mark catchers began wearing a game with attention to Rohman, was a Civil War re- glove or gloves in the mid- the historical context in 1619 Post Rd. (Rte. 1), Wells • 207-251-4065 enactor, whose unit decided 1870s. Cincinnati Reds sec- which it originated and they wanted to try playing ond baseman Bid McPhee, developed. www.feilerestaurantandpub.com base ball, which spread dur- the last of the bare-handed FMI about the Dirigo ing the Civil War. players, opened the 1896 Vintage Base Ball Club and The team of 25 contin- season wearing a glove. its schedule, visit www. ues to follow 1860s base Other key differences dirigobaseball.org.

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Alisson’s Restaurant Hurricane Restaurant On the Marsh 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport, 207-967-4841 29 Dock Square, Kennebunkport, 207-967-9111 46 Western Ave., Kennebunk Lower Village Fridays, 10 PM – DJ & Karaoke Saturdays, 7 to 10 PM – Live Music 207-967-2299 www.alissons.com www.hurricanerestaurant.com Fridays and Saturdays – Live Piano www.onthemarsh.com Bentley’s Saloon Inn on the Blues Rte. 1, Arundel, 207-985-8966 7 Ocean Ave., York Beach, 207-351-3221 Pedros Sundays, 1 to 5 PM – Live Music Friday, August 25, 9:30 PM – Tickle 181 Port Rd, Kennebunk, 207-967-5544 Sundays, 5 to 8 PM – Live Music Saturday, August 26, 9:30 PM – 51 Soul Sundays – Live Music on the Patio Wednesdays, 7 to 11 PM – Open Mic Sunday, August 27, 2 PM – Dave Berry Trio www.pedrosmaine.com Thursdays, 7 to 11 PM – Live Music or Karaoke Tuesday, August 29, 9:30 PM – Green Lion Crew Fridays, 8 PM to Midnight – Live Music www.innontheblues.com The Pilot House Saturdays, 2 to 6 PM – Live Music 4 Western Ave, Kennebunk Saturdays, 8 PM to Midnight – Live Music Jonathan’s Restaurant 207-967-9961 www.bentleyssaloon.com 2 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit 207-646-4777/1-800-464-9934 Run Of The Mill The Burleigh Thursday, August 24 – Bob Marley Comedy Show 100 Main St., Saco, 207-571-9648 at the Kennebunkport Inn Friday, August 25 – Vicki Monroe, Psychic Medium Sundays, 4 to 7 PM – Live Music Dock Square, Kennebunkport, 207-967-2621 Saturday, August 26 – Jimmy Keys Mondays – Trivia Thursdays, 7 to 10 PM – Local Dish Sunday, September 3 – Adam Ezra Band Tuesdays, 7 to 11 PM – Open Mic Night Saturday, August 26 – Fox & Fern Thursday, September 7 – Crystal Bowersox Wednesdays, 7 PM – Washers Tournament Friday, August 25 – Michael Beau Dalleo Saturday, September 23 – Jonatha Brooke Saturdays, 8 to 11 PM – Live Music www.kennebunkportinn.com Friday, September 29 – Martin Barre www.therunofthemill.net Saturday, September 30 – Cris Williamson Clay Hill Farm Call or check website for ticket prices & reservations: Agamenticus Rd., Ogunquit, 207-361-2272 The Front Porch www.jonathansrestaurant.com 9 Shore Rd., Ogunquit, 207-646-4005 Sundays – Curt Bessette & Jenn Kurtz Sundays, 8 to 9 PM – Kim Kuzma (Disco) Mondays – Brian Bair Lodge on the Cove Fridays to Sundays, 5 PM to Close – Live Piano Tuesdays – Stephen Bracciotti 29 S. Main Street, Kennebunkport, 207-967-3993 Tuesdays, 8 to 9 PM – Kim Kuzma Wednesdays – Dennis Coraccio at the Piano Fridays, 6 to 9 PM – Local Live Music Thursdays, 8 PM – Dinner Cabaret Thursdays – Katherine Mayfield at the Piano www.lodgeonthecove.com www.thefrontporch.com Fridays – Katherine Mayfield at the Piano Saturdays – David Hollis at the Piano Litchfield’s Bar & Grill www.clayhillfarm.com Vinegar Hill Music Theatre 2135 Post Rd., Wells, 207-646-5711 53 Old Post Road, Arundel, 207-985-5552 Wednesdays, 7:30 to 11 PM – Trivia & Karaoke Thursday, August 24 – Classic Rock Orchestra Colony Hotel Fridays, 9 PM to 12:30 AM – DJ Dance Music Marine Room Lounge Friday, August 25 – Joe Scarborough & Mika Brzezinski Saturdays, 9 to 11:45 PM – Live Music Saturday, August 26 – The Best of The Second City 140 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, 207-967-3331 www.litchfieldsbarandgrill.com Mondays, 8 PM – Comedy Night with Tttom Clark Sunday, August 27 – The Mallett Brothers Band Fridays, 5 to 7 PM – Live Entertainment Friday, September 1 – Live Bullet (Bob Seger tribute) Mike’s Clam Shack Sunday, September 3 – Larry Gatlin Acoustic Saturdays, 5 to 7 PM – Live Entertainment 1150 Post Rd., Wells, 207-646-5999 Friday, September 15 – Peter Cincotti www.thecolonyhotel.com Fridays, 8 to 11 PM – Live Music Saturday, September 16 – John Waite Saturdays, 8 to 11 PM – Live Music Friday, September 22 – Scarab: A Tribute to Journey Elements: Books Coffee Beer www.mikesclamshack.com 265 Main Street, Biddeford, 207-710-2011 Saturday, September 23 – Ivan Pecel (Juggling) Friday, August 25, 8 PM – Poor Howard Smith Nonantum Resort www.vinegarhillmusic.com Saturday, August 26, 8 PM – Shanna Underwood 95 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport, 207-967-4050 and Wanderlost Sundays – Jim Ciampi York Harbor Inn Ship’s Cellar Pub www.elementsbookscoffeebeer.com Mondays, 6 PM – Live Music 480 York St., York Harbor, 207-363-5119 Tuesdays, 6 PM – Jim Ciampi Fridays & Saturdays – Live Music Federal Jack’s Brew Pub Wednesdays, 6 PM – Gary Richardson www.yorkharborinn.com Kennebunk Lower Village , 207-967-4322 Thursdays, 6 PM – Jim Ciampi Tuesdays, 8 PM – Trivia www.nonantumresort.com Thursdays, 9 PM – Karaoke Fridays, 10 PM – Live Music Saturdays, 10 PM – Live Music www.federaljacks.com Lobster 7–1:30 Mabel's Claw Féile Restaurant & Pub weekdays 1619 Post Rd., Wells, 207-251-4065 Wednesdays, 6:30 to 9:30 PM – Live Irish Music 7–2 since weekends Thursdays, 7 to 9 PM – Trivia 1953! Fridays, 8 PM – Karaoke Annie 967-5132 Saturdays, 8 PM to Midnight – Live Music www.feilerestaurantandpub.com World's Best French Toast Hooks Chill & Grille Specialty Omelettes • Belgian Waffles 696 Main St., Ogunquit, 207-216-4813 Real French Crepes Sundays, 3 to 6 PM – Live Music It's a Classic! Mondays, 6 to 9 PM – Live Music Sandwiches & Soups • Children's Menu Steak • Seafood • Lobster Tuesdays, 6 to 9 PM – Live Music Homemade Pies & Cakes • Full Bar Rte. 9, Kennebunk Lower Village Wednesdays, 6 to 9 PM – Live Music OPEN DAILY 11:30-9 Thursdays, 6 to 9 PM – Live Music Five Points Shopping Plaza, Biddeford • 283-2928 Reservations suggested • 207-967-2562 Fridays, 6 to 9 PM – Live Music Open daily 7 AM to 2 PM 124 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport www.hookschillgrille.com PAGE 26 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 Dining Hackmatack Closes Season with Romantic Fantasticks by Steve Hrehovcik ents want them to do. Love, with all its joys, Hence, the wall. In hopes and complications, secret, the fathers be- F.O. Goldthwaite’s shares the stage with an lieve the youngsters engaging cast of The Fantas- are perfect for each ticks in the final production other. Pool Lobster of the 45th season at Hack- However, it be- in scenic Biddeford Pool matack Playhouse. comes clear the fa- The award-winning thers have different Full Take-Out Menu • Grilled & Fried Seafood show opened in 1960 and approaches to rais- Lobster Rolls • Soups • Salads • Entrees became the longest run- ing children. Both are Fresh Lobsters, Steamers, Mussels ~ Live or cooked to order ning off-Broadway musi- gardeners and their Great Selection of Wines and Beer cal with 17,162 perfor- methods for raising Take-out or eat in our scenic ocean-view picnic area mances. With music by vegetables and flow- www.poollobster.com Harvey Schmidt and lyrics ers are metaphors for Phone orders welcome by Tom Jones, the play is their parental styles. Lobsters packed & shipped overnight nationwide based on the 3-act play The Hucklebee likes to use Romancers written in 1899 plenty of water. Bello- PoolLike us on Lobster at Goldthwaite’s/Pool Company Lobster by Edmond Rostand. my believes too much in scenic Biddeford Pool Like a beautiful poem, water gets bad results. 3 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd. • Biddeford Pool • 207-284-5000 The Fantasticks tells the clas- With their song sic story of boy meets girl, “Soon It’s Gonna Kitchen is open for the season. boy loses girl, boy gets girl Rain,” Matt and Luisa Breakfast weekends only 7–10am back, all with original and suggest their love is stylish grace. about to blossom. Marcus Provost plays Not satisfied with El Gallo, the gallant cha- the true course of love, meleon who narrates the the fathers enlist the H.B. Provisions. . . story. He taunts and teases, help of El Gallo to ab- much the same way love duct Luisa. They want a general store works its power over un- to set up a false scenar- If we don’t have it, you don’t need it. suspecting and sometimes io where Matt can save unwitting sweethearts. In Luisa and appear to be Starring in the Hackmatack Playhouse final production of the his opening number, “Try her hero. El Gallo asks season are Will Lombard and Mai Hartwich, as Matt and Luisa, to Remember,” El Gallo what sort of abduction and Marcus Provost (background) playing the narrator, El Gallo. #hbprovisions casts a bewitching spell, the fathers want in his creating an atmosphere of song “It Depends On What children and fathers pose sprinkles flower petals to nostalgia, when memories You Pay” – a reminder that in a static tableau of hap- heighten the magic of love of love are rekindled. love always has a price. piness. El Gallo wonders and all its glory. Somehow, the tale that To help with the ab- how long they can hold on The Fantasticks is a deep unfolds becomes true and duction, El Gallo hires to this feeling. and stirring metaphor of believable. Matt, the boy, two actors, Henry, played As often happens with love, with all its beauty played by Will Lombard, by Gary Locke, and Mor- stories of love, troubles ar- and despair, its splendor falls in love with the girl, timer, played by Alex rive with act two. Romance and pain. Luisa, played by Mai Hart- Paulson. Perhaps there is that seemed enduring in Director Crystal Lisbon ATM wich. Although only 16, no more fun in a play than the moonlight loses its cleverly guides her cast as ~ The largest selection of craft beer Luisa is smitten with the for an actor to portray glamour in bright light of they portray the subtleties, older Matt. Their love blos- an actor. Locke’s over- day. The personal flaws of passions and humor of this and exceptional wines in Lower Village soms, even though a wall the-top antics create a each character appear more epic tale. ~ Fastest deli service • Eat in or take out separates them. They are captivating tapestry of visible with the song, “This The Fantasticks contin- ~ Baked goods made here daily unaware that their fathers, exaggeration. Mortimer, Plum is Too Ripe.” ues until Saturday, Sep- ~ Groceries: Meats, produce & cheeses who appear to be feuding, Henry’s comic sidekick, In the end, Matt and tember 2, with performanc- have built a wall to keep dressed as an American Luisa discover they are es Wednesdays through ~ Gifts from Maine: Mugs, bags, etc. the lovers apart. Indian, brings more havoc meant for each other, hav- Saturday at 8 PM, and The parents, Bellomy to the abduction. ing learned important les- matinees on Thursday at 2 NY Deli style sandwiches, and Hucklebee, played by El Gallo, Henry and sons about the mysteries PM. Tickets start at $25 for including the Reuben, Todd Fernald and Christo- Mortimer pretend to carry of love. adults, $20 for seniors and pher Gempp, respectively, away Luisa. Rising to the As the story develops, $10 for students. For tickets made with our own lament about the rebellious bait set by the fathers, in the Mute (Ben Hanley) and performance schedule, smoked meats! nature of children with the “Abduction Ballet,” plays a vital role in keeping call 207-698-1807 or visit their philosophical song Matt defeats the trio to the action moving. Without www.hackmatack.org. “Never Say No.” They’re demonstrate his courage saying a word, he speaks Hackmatack Playhouse is 15 Western Ave. • Lower Village, Kennebunk convinced kids always do and his love for Luisa. volumes as he prods char- located at 538 School Street, 207-967-5762 • www.hbprovisions.com the opposite of what par- At the end of act one, the acters, moves scenery and Berwick.

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Yankee Quipper by Nancy McCallum Dining Finding Inspiration in Mainers Who Embrace the Wild Simple Open Daily I admire the hardy souls my water, brushed my without detection. And by Knight told Finkel he May thru Oct. who perpetuate the stereo- teeth. They never showed all accounts, fully clothed. felt that being a hermit Fresh type of Mainers as wild any of that. I guess they Although, they were was simply his calling. He Seafood things who march to their didn’t want to make it look not clothes he made. Nope, said that, in utter solitude, Prepared with Care. own drumbeat. too easy.” they were clothes he “for- he attained complete hu- Served with a View! Recently attention has As Holt sees it, being a aged” from empty vacation man freedom. In perhaps been turned to two Mainers Mainer gave him a natural homes around North Pond an extreme example of who are definitely rogue advantage. He just natu- (in central Maine.) Such Maine understatement, characters who will keep rally takes to the wilds, “foraging” led authorities he says his family never that Maine mystique thing and to that end, he is build- to finally nab him reported him miss- going for a very long time. ing a geodesic dome on 42 in 2014. They ing because his One is Ryan Holt of the wooded acres that will be a found a nearly family was western hill town of Rox- hostel for others who love imperceptible private by bury, who bared all, literal- the wilds, and he is working campsite that nature and ly, as a recent cast member on gaining his Maine Guide included a “They as- 134 Harbor Road • Wells Harbor of Naked and Afraid, a Dis- license so that he can take mattress, fit- sumed I was covery channel show that war veterans like himself ted sheets, off doing 207-646-8780 • www.fishermanscatchwells.com requires participants to last on wilderness expeditions. and Tommy something on 40 days in the wilderness… He is going to seek Hilfiger pillow- my own.” I want to say “with nothing funding so that he can of- cases. Plus lots Most people Happy Hour • Sun.–Thurs. 3–5pm but the clothes on their fer these trips for free to of food, books, Christopher Knight don’t believe backs,” but that is wrong. veterans suffering trauma, batteries and that Christo- They go into the wilder- as he believes that being in other amenities. pher Knight ness (in Holt’s case, first in the wilderness is a healing Knight is now serv- was truly born to be a the Everglades, and then in experience. ing prison time for this hermit, and most people the jungles of South Africa) Holt observes that Na- illegal “foraging.” He is do not condone his 27-year buck naked. ked and Afraid is not likely in the public eye because stretch of burglary to keep Holt did so well in both to ever shoot a series here. a book about him has just himself clothed and fed expeditions that an article “Reptiles are a heck of a lot been released, entitled The and well-read. was written about him en- easier to catch than moose Stranger in the Woods: The There are lots of people titled “Naked, Unafraid.” or squirrels,” he notes. Extraordinary Story of the who admire his simple life In fact, he did so well And then there’s that na- Last True Hermit, written and his incredible stealth. that the show’s produc- ked thing. The winner of a by Michael Finkel, and His campsite was so well- ers scaled back his actual Maine series of Naked and published by Alfred A. hidden behind boulders accomplishments, so as Afraid would be the per- Knopf. and brush that people liv- not to shame the other less son who learned to make In the book, Knight ing in a cabin three minutes hardy contestants. clothes the fastest. says he did not take to the away from him had no idea As he said in an At the other end woods because of traumas he was there. Extraordinary Food Ocean Views interview in a re- of the “wild he suffered. It seems he His break-ins were so ~ cent Downeast Mainer spec- wanted, like Greta Gar- focused and benign (he magazine ar- trum” is bo, to be alone. He loved loved sweets and books ticle, regard- Christopher to read, and during in- and did not covet “valu- ing his stay Knight, also terviews for the book he ables”) that some people in the Ev- known as referenced Dostoyevsky, took to leaving him stuff erglades, “I “The North Woody Allen and John when they closed up their Waterside or Deck Dining caught nine Pond Her- Grisham, among others. camps for the winter. Lobster Bakes & Live Music catfish; they mit.” Like He expressed his disdain Yes, I love both of these showed two. I Holt, Knight is for Henry David Thoreau, guys. A couple of Mainers Every Monday 5–8pm • Reservations required got four snakes; Ryan Holt drawn to wild who also famously took to who aren’t content to take On the Kennebunk River in The Breakwater Inn they showed places, but he the wilds, calling him “a dil- an easy stroll through the 133 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport one. I also found had no desire to ettante,” and he expressed woods. On a trail. With stripersrestaurant.com • 207-967-3118 a lime tree. I sautéed catfish be in the spotlight. In fact, his admiration for Emily signage. And trail mix. with lime, seasoned alliga- he managed to successfully Dickinson, a poet who made Wild things, you make my tor (with lime), flavored survive 27 years in the wild much of stillness. heart sing.

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Community Market of the Kennebunks, Saturdays, 9 AM to 2 PM, Wa- terhouse Center, 51 Main St., downtown Kennebunk. The market welcomes farmers, fishermen, florists, foragers, artists, craftsmen, creameries, chefs, canners, carpenters, chocolatiers, weavers, beaders, butchers, bakers, pho- tographers, roasters, musicians, metal smiths, needle workers, herbalists, painters, knitters, quilters, nonprofits and volunteers. Open May to October. FMI Linda Johnson, 604-1341 or [email protected] Gateway York Farmers’ Market, Saturdays, 9 AM to 1 PM, June 3 through October 7; Thursdays, 9 AM to 1 PM, from July 6 through August 24; park- ing lot at the York Visitors’ Center, 1 Stonewall Lane (Route 1), York. Local farmers, specialty food producers and crafters selling fresh produce, meats, The Town House School is on the campus of the Kennebunkport Historical Society's headquarters on North Street. Built in 1900, it is a New England one-room neighbor- seafood, baked goods, cheeses, homemade goodies and more. Rain or hood schoolhouse that served Kennebunkport students until 1951. It was given to shine; smoke-free and pet-free except for service animals. Please bring re- the Society in 1955 but has since fallen into disrepair. It housed historical society usable bags. FMI 363-4422 or www.gatewaytomaine.org/farmersmarket archives for many years.

Kennebunk Farmers’ Market, Saturdays, 8 AM to 1 PM, Garden Street To help reach their ul- Today, more than live music provided by Rob parking lot, just west of Rte. 1. Fresh local fruits and vegetables, organic timate fundraising goal of $250,000 has been raised Spaulding. The event is produce, meats, baked goods, flowers, eggs, maple syrup, fresh and dried $350,000, the Friends of the by a volunteer committee sponsored by Kennebunk herbs, cheeses, potted plants and yarn. Open to November 18, rain or shine. Town House School Com- dedicated to saving and Savings, Key Bank and the www.kennebunkfarmersmarket.org mittee will host a Silent preserving the one-room Colony Hotel. Auction and Reception at schoolhouse. The committee has Kittery Community Market, Sundays, 10 AM to 2 PM, Kittery Center Village the Colony Hotel on Ocean The auction will include earmarked $150,000 to- at Post Office Square, 10 Shapleigh Rd., Kittery. Fresh local food choices Avenue in Kennebunkport. fine art, gift baskets, jew- ward the renovation of the and artisan work in an outdoor weekly food market. Over 35 vendors offering The event will be held on elry, sculpture, ceramics building. An additional produce, meats, cheeses, maple syrup, baked goods, pickles, jams/jellies, Thursday, August 31, from and many other items do- $200,000 is required for an crafts and more. New this summer, Kittery Community Market will partner 5 to 7 PM. nated by members of the endowment to maintain with Seacoast Eat Local to accept SNAP/EBT. Open June 4 to October 1. Two years ago, the Ken- community. the school. www.kitterycommunitymarket.com nebunkport Historical So- Tickets are $25 per per- To make a donation, ciety voted to demolish son and are available at checks may be made out Maine Crafters and Farmer's Market, Sundays, 8 AM to noon, The Ball- the Town House School on the Village Paperie in Ken- to “Save Our School” and park, 7 Ballpark Way, Old Orchard Beach. Features Maine products and North Street, citing structur- nebunk Lower Village or sent to Save Our School, crafts. Free parking at the stadium. Continues every Sunday. FMI Guy Fon- al damage, decay and lack by calling 207-967-2987. PO Box 7, Kennebunkport, taine 205-6160. of funds for its restoration. There will be a cash bar and ME 04046. Newfield Farmer and Artisans Market, Saturdays, 9 AM to 1 PM, 637 Water St., Newfield, in front of the library and town office. On rainy days the market moves inside the barn beside the post office on Willowbrook Vil- lage. Market features SNAP/EBT. Products include fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, annual and perennial flowers, beef, pork, chicken, eggs, baked Pleasing readers and advertisers since 1958! goods, wood products and more. Open May to October. www.mainefarmer- smarkets.org/market Fall Publishing Schedule August 31 – Maine Lighthouse Issue North Berwick Farmers’ Market, Fridays, 3 to 6 PM, Town Hall parking lot, September 14 – Holiday Craft Fair Issue 21 Main Street, North Berwick. Offers local vegetables, fruits, meats, dairy September 21 – Fall Foliage Issue and baked goods by area farmers, bakers and artisans. Accepts SNAP/EBT. October 5 – Columbus Day issue Open May to October, rain or shine. www.northberwickfarmersmarket.org November 17 – Holiday Issue Saco Farmers' Market, Saturdays, 7 AM to Noon, open May 13 through For advertising information and to reserve space, call 207-985-2244. October; Wednesdays, June through September, Saco Valley Shopping Center, corner of Spring and Scammon streets. Saco. Rain or shine. Sea- Tourist News sonal vegetables/fruits, glass bottled milk, grass fed beef/veal, lobsters/ steamers, herbal products, baked goods, perennials/annuals, whole wheat flour, cut flowers, organic dog treats, goat cheese, butter/eggs, apples/cider, Public Suppers & Breakfasts fresh and dried herbs, vegetable seedlings and crafts. www.sacofarmers- market.com ONGOING Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 11 AM, Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells. All-you- Saco River Market, Saturdays, 9 AM to 12:30 PM, year-round, Pepperell can-eat $5 includes blueberry or buttermilk pancakes, 2 sausages, orange Event Center, 40 Main St., Saco. Locally grown agricultural products, spe- juice and coffee. Every Saturday, May through October. FMI 646-7775 or www. cialty foods and local arts and crafts. 207-294-2074 wocam.org. Sanford Farmers’ Market, Saturdays, 8 AM to noon and Wednesdays, 3 Friendship Lunch, a free lunch held the second Monday of every month at 12 noon. Homemade food. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, corner of Storer and to 6 PM, Central Park, Main St., Sanford. Fresh fruits and vegetables, flow- Lord streets, Kennebunk. FMI call 985-4803. ers, plants, shrubs, herbs and cheeses. SNAP/EBT, credit and debit cards accepted. Saturday market runs May 6 to October 28 and November 18; Share the Bounty, a free bean supper, held the first Saturday of every month Wednesday market runs May 31 to September 27. www.sanfordfarmers- at 4 PM. Homemade beans, cole slaw, hotdogs, bread and homemade pies. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, corner of Storer and Lord streets, Kennebunk. market.org FMI 985-4803. Springvale Farmers’ Market, Wednesdays, open May through Columbus Baked Bean and American Chop Suey Supper, 4:30 to 6 PM, Ober Hall at Day Weekend, 1 to 5 PM, Fresh produce, eggs, goat cheeses, plants and the First Congregational Church of Kennebunkport. Church members will serve seedlings, cut flowers, annual and perennials, jams and jellies and baked baked beans, hot dogs, American chop suey, coleslaw, bread, beverage and goods. SNAP/EBT, credit and debit cards accepted. Rite-Aid parking lot in dessert. $8 adults, $4 children under age 12. The suppers are held the last Springvale Square, 474 Main St., Springvale. Saturday of the month through October. The church is 1.5 miles south of the Seacoast Trolley Museum where Log Cabin Rd. becomes North St., next to Wells Farmers Market, Wednesdays, 1:30 to 5 PM, Wells-Ogunquit Cen- Arundel Cemetery. ter at Moody parking lot, 300 Post Rd., Rte. 1, Wells. Fresh local fruits and All You Can Eat Baked Bean Supper, 5 to 6:30 PM, West Kennebunk United vegetables, gluten free prepared foods, organic produce, baked goods, flow- Methodist Church, 160 Alfred Rd., West Kennebunk. Two kinds of baked beans, ers, eggs, meats, fresh and dried herbs, cheese, herbal soaps, fresh-baked three kinds of salad, hot dogs, buns, beverages and homemade desserts. $8 bread, potted plants and more. Proud to support Maine Harvest for Hunger. adults, $3 children ages 5-12. Held the first Saturday of the month through Rain or shine. Opening date, May 24. www.wellsfarmersmarket.org. October 7. TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 PAGE 29 16th Annual Chili-Fest Heats Up in Wells Get your taste buds again in Reno, Ne- Port Lobster Co. ready for the 16th Annual vada, in late October. Fresh Fish Daily Wells Chili-Fest, which The competition Lobsters • Lobster Meat • Clams takes place on Saturday, generates enthusiastic Hot Clam Chowder To Go August 26, at Wells Junior participation by chili Beer & Our Lobsters cooked free. since 1953 High School, 1470 Post cooks who come to Wine Road, (Route 1) from 11 Wells from as far away Lobster Rolls freshly made $12.99 AM to 3 PM. as Florida, Nevada and with our own hand-picked lobster meat +tax The event, which Illinois. Last year more Fresh Crab Rolls, too! is hosted by the Wells than 2000 people at- Chamber of Commerce, tended the event. Lobster ~ The Best Gift from Maine! is a part of the celebrated The ICS sanctions Lobsters packed for travel. Next day air service available. “Maine State Cook-Off” more than 200 cook- Gift certificates available sanctioned by the Interna- offs each year around tional Chili Society. the world. The Wells Our own Homemade entreés featuring fresh local seafood Each year chefs from Chili-Fest is the only states throughout the ICS-sanctioned event Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily • portlobster.com country travel to Wells to in Maine. The public is invited to vote for their favorite chili in the "People's 122 OCEAN AVE., KENNEBUNKPORT • 207-967-2081 compete for the honor of While the cook-offs Choice" competition. More than 2000 people attended the event representing the State of bring together a spir- last year. Vendors sell chili-themed gear and mementos. Maine in the World Cham- ited group of chefs in pionship Chili Cook-off, friendly competition, the raise more than $86 million of the ICS competition, the which will take place once society has also helped for charities and non-profit chili cooks, local restau- organizations. rants and the Wells Fire Chefs who are members Department will take part Jonathan’s of the ICS compete in three in the “People’s Choice” Ogunquit chili categories: Red Chili contest. Last year the Wells (traditional) made with Fire Department won first Serving Dinner Nightly beef and red chili peppers; place in the People's Choice Kids Eat Free Nightly Until 5:30 Green Chili (verde) made Awards. with either chicken or pork “Tasting Kits” that in- plus green chili peppers; clude the ballot for the and Salsa. People's Choice voting are The ICS cook-off com- $5. Proceeds from the event petition is judged by a benefit the Wells Chamber minimum of ten profes- of Commerce Scholarship sional and local judges. Fund. The creators of the best- Vendors and crafters tasting chili recipes win also take part in the event, azdam e ra group - 9/3 crystal bowersox - 9/7 cash prizes, plaques and and food is available for bragging rights, plus the purchase. Admission and Concert Series: www.jonathansogunquit.com opportunity to advance to parking are free. Each year chefs from around the country travel to Wells to the world championship For more information, 92 Bourne Lane • 207-646-4777 compete for the honor of representing the State of Maine in contest in Reno. call 207-646-2451 or visit Just around the corner from the Ogunquit Playhouse the World Championship Chili Cook-off. Adding to the festivities www.wellschilifest.com.

THE KENNEBUNKPORT INN’S NEW RESTAURANT Fresh Maine Seafood, Classic Pub Fare, Creative Cocktails Serving Dinner Nightly, 5–9pm; Daily Happy Hour, 3–5pm Live Music, Thursday–Saturday, 7–10pm Garden Social Club: Daily outdoor dining, 3–8pm and live music with our “Sunday Sessions” Executive Chef John Shaw PAGE 30 TOURIST NEWS, AUGUST 24, 2017 Seasoned Chef Elevates Simple Foods to the Sublime at Pearl by Nancy McCallum side salads and side dishes. Charles dislikes the Pearl Kennebunk Beach But what Charles does term “fine dining” and in Kennebunk Lower Vil- with those foods is the rea- strives instead to create lage opened on August 5, son her restaurant Pearl’s an atmosphere of comfort, and already there are din- Oyster Bar in Manhattan, where people will gather to ers returning three or four which opened in 1997, has eat delicious food, and then times a week. achieved legendary status. spend their time talking Why? Because renowned Charles is not interested and communing with each chef Rebecca Charles has a in the culinary movement other, versus spending the clear and simple vision of that has had chefs bringing night trying to analyze what matters when it comes together diverse foods that what savory or what sweet to food preparation. might not, at first, seem might have been incorpo- “What it is, is having complementary. She also rated into an unusual dish. respect for the food on eschews an over-focus on Like her menu – straight- the plate,” Charles says. presentation that results forward and simple, the “Enough (respect) not to in dishes that look like dining room is comfort- make it overwrought.” abstract art pieces. able and warm, with just Charles is a New Yorker “I don’t like a lot of enough light, wooden ta- whose soul is in Maine, elements on the plate,” bles, a stone fireplace, and especially Kennebunk, Charles says. “I have rules the wide pine board floors where she spent much of about what goes together.” found in many old New her childhood and some of She also has years of cu- England homes. her career. When it comes linary training, and de- Through her dishes, to cooking, her preference scribes her own process as Charles seeks to transport is for what she calls “the combining the French bis- her customers back to a food of New England – tro experience, with some good memory, especially steamers, lobsters, blueber- Italian and other cultural to a memory she relates influences. ries and corn.” to personally – a summer Chef Rebecca Charles packed her bags and moved from New York to fulfill her childhood That includes oysters What her patrons are day in Maine. “When my dream of opening a restaurant in Maine. (she is likely re-opening saying about Pearl is that restaurant came out (in Spat Oyster Cellar next sea- she takes the simple and NYC) – it was a breath of son), and hearty comfort makes it divine – so divine Maine in the middle of family spent summers. grandmother, and name- unstable and unlivable. foods such as rib-eye steak that customers will not New York,” she says. “And Her grandparents came sake, Rebecca (Pearle) She worked in this area and pan-fried chicken. She leave a spot of sauce or a it worked.” here in 1917 for their sum- Goldsmith. for eight years, at places serves entrées with simple crumb uneaten. The Kennebunks are mers, and her restaurants Charles’ mother retired such as the Dunelawn and where Charles and her are named for her beloved here, and Charles came the Whistling Oyster in back to Kennebunk in 1979, Ogunquit, and was execu- when the city was feeling tive chef at the White Barn Inn in Kennebunk Lower Village. When Charles returned to New York City, she worked for others until she was able to make her vision a reality when she opened Pearl’s Oyster Bar, a 21-seat eatery in Green- wich Village. The restaurant paid homage to New England specialties, and was im- mediately lauded by food critics, who appreciated Pearl PEI Mussels w/ White Wine, Dijon & Cream Pearl Bouillabaisse Fried Oysters continued on page 31

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Pearl in the ground-level space Clementi, is continued from page 30 of the larger restaurant focusing her Pearl. energies on Charles’ ability to make Charles closed for the Kennebunk, these foods far more than season at the end of 2016, with plans “beach food.” and planned to open Spat of leaving Her attention to qual- and Pearl in April. Fate or closing ity and process “elevated” intervened, however. Pipes Pearl’s Oys- these foods, in some critics’ in the building burst over ter Bar even- eyes; but what is also true the winter, requiring a ma- tually. The BEST Beer Store in 3 States is that Charles introduced jor renovation. Charles is Current- Over 1000 Imported & Domestic Wine Labels many sophisticated deni- not certain if she will open ly, she has a zens of Manhattan to food Spat this season. For now, team of trust- 5 Humidors with Premium Hand-Rolled Cigars, that is elementally delicious all the food items offered at ed chefs who including Monte Cristo, Ashton & Cohiba when handled respectfully: Spat are available at Pearl. maintain lobster rolls, chowders, A focused, purposeful Pearl’s Oys- Open Monday–Saturday, 10 AM–8 PM blueberry pie, etc. woman who knows exactly ter Bar, while Closed Sunday Even while she was cre- what she wants, Charles she spends ating a buzz with Pearl’s wants her restaurants to most of her Oyster Bar, Charles was develop “organically.” She time here. 207-641-8622 • Hannaford Plaza • Wells nurturing another dream: was rather surprised by the Charles’ Oysters on a half shell www.TullysBeerandWine.com to open a similar place in huge numbers of people attention to Maine. who showed up for her detail is all-encompassing; shortcake with fresh Maine She continued to come grand opening August 5, take the bar, for example. berries, a hot fudge sundae, here for visits when she and in fact, a bit dismayed, Charles assembled a team chocolate mousse. Pearl could, and in 2003, fed as she wanted to serve a of three bartenders to re- has a menu that that does her passion for traditional crowd half the size, in order search and create the cock- not require translation. You Maine food with her cook- to deliver the best possible tail menu. She laughs about may have seen it all before, book/memoir, Lobster Rolls experience to the diners. learning a truth that her but for Charles, the goal is & Blueberry Pie: Three Gen- The restaurant seats 80; mother once told her – that to make it the best version erations of Stories and Recipes Spat seats 40, and an outside trends always return – as of that dish that you have from Summers on the Coast of terrace, not yet open, will her team let her know that ever had. Maine, which was published seat another 35. She contin- classic drinks such as the At 63, Charles does not Casual Waterfront Dining by Harper Collins. The same ues to make adjustments to Sidecar and Manhattans talk retirement. She talks featuring Fresh Local Seafoods. year, her New York restau- her kitchens and staff as the are once again de rigueur. about creating a restaurant More than just great food. . . rant doubled in size. days go by. As she says, she In other words, the cocktail that is here to stay. “I’ve It took twice as long as needs the kitchen “to find its menu and her knowledge- been thinking about this for More than just waterfront dining. . . she’d hoped, but Charles legs,” before she is satisfied. able bartenders will please 20 years,” she says. “I will More than just friendly faces. . . realized her Maine dream She will decide whether to fans of the TV series, Mad persevere doggedly until More than just sea breezes & cocktails in 2016. After years of try- run her Maine restaurants Men. this restaurant reaches my on the deck. . . ing to find a suitable prop- year-round or seasonally as One thing is certain goals.” It appears she is erty, Charles purchased the time goes on. – the Maine lobster roll, well on her way. A unique group of people former Grissini restaurant Charles, who is selling clam chowder, steamers, Pearl is at 27 Western A unique dining experience on Western Avenue. Last her New York apartment a grilled rib-eye – are not Avenue. Open Tuesday- September, she opened and has bought a home going to fall out of fashion Sunday, 5:30 PM until clos- Lunch and Dinner Daily from 11:30 AM Spat Oyster Cellar, a raw here, which she shares with anytime soon. Nor will ing. Call 204-0860, or visit Reservations (207)967-3444 bar (a spat is a baby oyster) her partner Deborah Di- classic desserts such as the Pearl Facebook page. Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport We are open! Main Dining Room & Terrace Cocktail Bar Large Parties Welcome 27 Western Ave., Kennebunk Lower Village For reservations 207-204-0860

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