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“A local family made a generous donation to pay for a new Village Green with a promises to fill gazebo.” CAROL JOHNSON, A COMMITTEE ORGANIZER FRIENDS OF BELGRADE the 2019 summer LAKES VILLAGE

with dozens of Photo by Valerie Tucker The Friends of Belgrade Lakes Village committee raised several hundred thousand dollars for enhancements that will maintain the village’s historic character. Donations will fund costs for handsome brick sidewalks and new pedestrian lighting, as well as several musical, library and benches and bike racks along the half-mile downtown street. The generous donation by a local family funded a new Village Green with a gazebo. outdoor activities Road facelift will continue through Belgrade Lakes Village BY VALERIE TUCKER ble, unusually heavy rains and other weather Correspondent setbacks have posed challenges. With the 2019 summer tourist season . S. Route 27, through Belgrade Lakes starting to speed up, MDOT has reassured Village, is getting a well-deserved the town’s business owners that the work U half-century facelift. will be substantially completed by June 28, Friends of Belgrade Lakes Village photo For nearly two decades the reconstruction based on minimal weather delays. Since the Don’t miss the Belgrade Lakes Village Fourth of July celebration including the grand of the portion of Route 27 running through half-mile stretch is between the larger towns parade down Main Street at 4 p.m. Belgrade Lakes Village had been discussed, of Augusta and Farmington, much of the debated and discussed again. morning and afternoon traffic also includes BY VALERIE TUCKER ers Build a Mystery. (writers will construct a In March, 2014, the town of Belgrade Select commuters. Correspondent mystery with the audience.) Board agreed to move the project forward. Pratt & Sons Inc. of Mechanic Falls is the • Wed., July 24, 6 p.m.: Summer Reflections According to Town Manager Dennis Keschl, it contractor on the project. Work is allowed elgrade starts its official salute to on Recent Supreme Court Decisions (Joe was funded and scheduled by Depart- from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through summer with the annual Fourth of Reisert, Associate Professor of Government, ment of Transportation (MDOT) as a 2018 Friday, though there may be times when B July parade down Main Street. The Colby College). road reconstruction project. the hours will be extended to 5:30 p.m. and day includes the parade, a frog jumping con- • Wed., July 31, 6 p.m.: Genealogy Re- Over the years, many residents took part Saturday work may be required. One lane of test, an ice cream social, a boat parade and search Part 1 ( BJ Jamieson, State Library in the planning by providing information and alternating traffic will be managed by flag- fireworks over Long Pond. Genealogy Reference Specialist) suggestions. There were several public meet- gers, so motorists should expect delays. Throughout the summer, Day’s Store on • Wed., Aug. 7, 6 p.m.: Gerry Boyle, popular ings and forums at which the project was Should delays occur, the completion date Main Street will host regular summer gather- Maine author, will discuss his newest books. discussed and debated. will be moved to Oct. 19, 2019, according to ings on the lawn behind the store. Starting at • Wed., Aug. 14, 6 p.m.: Genealogy Re- A small group of citizens organized as the MDOT’s website. However ”no work will be 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, everyone is invited to search Part 2 (BJ Jamieson, State Library Friends of Belgrade Lakes Village. Together, allowed in the months of July and August.” participate in open mic night, hosted by Chris- Genealogy Reference Specialist) they raised several hundred thousand dollars If necessary, road reconstruction would tine Poulson. They also will offer wine tastings The Center also offers a full summer sched- for enhancements that will maintain the vil- resume during the week of Sept. 4. from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays. To say thanks ule of activities for children and adults. Camp lage’s historic character. Their donations will to all their customers for another great sum- Golden Pond is a day camp for Kindergarten go to handsome brick sidewalks and new pe- mer, they will offer the annual End of Summer through grade 6, held on the grounds of destrian lighting, as well as several benches Dam Jam from 2 to 3 p.m., on Aug. 13, with the Center on . Camp Loon is for and bike racks along the half-mile downtown music by Jones’n. grades 6 through 9, with boating, swimming, street. This year’s summer visitors will enjoy Although many of the 2019 summer archery and environmental education and these amenities, according to Carol Johnson, activities revolve around fun, some of the wilderness skills. Young people ages 9 to 17 a committee organizer. area’s hardest working volunteers keep their can learn how to sail during six weeks of “A local family made a generous donation focus on the future survival of the surround- classes, from July 10 to Aug. 18. The pro- to pay for a new Village Green with a gaze- ing lakes and ponds. The Belgrade Lakes gram at the Center is offered by the SailMaine bo,” she said. Association’s annual raffle supports water program and the Great Pond Yacht Club. Besides the highway improvements, the quality programs, an ongoing loon population The Belgrade Fire Department will serve its downtown area will have a state-of-the-art wa- survey and study, the Association’s Clean annual baked bean supper at the Center on ter control and filtration system utilizing seven Lakes phosphorus remediation efforts, a Saturday, Aug. 3. For more information or pro- new silt SiltPrisons to decrease the sediment Friends of Belgrade Lakes Village photo milfoil prevention program and courtesy boat gram registration, visit the Center’s Facebook that runs into the lakes. Whether you’re shopping, strolling or inspections. page or its link at townofbelgrade.com. Although the long-anticipated MDOT’s eating out, your family is sure to appreciate This year, the group is selling raffle tickets Immediately following the Fire Department reconstruction project through downtown the safe and attractive new sidewalks in for $19,000 in prizes. The first prize is a Bean Supper. Proceed to the dam between Belgrade is progressing as quickly as possi- the village. LaserPerformance Sunfish sailboat. Ham- Great and Long Ponds in Belgrade Lakes mond Lumber has donated a ShoreMaster Village, and hear the call of loons like you’ve 4,000-pound vertical boatlift and three never heard them before. All ages welcome. sections of ShoreMaster dock. Lynch Land- Small town fun at its very best. Belgrade Historical Society scaping has provided a $500 gift certificate. The library will welcomes families at the Bonus prizes include four rounds at the Bel- Center at 10 a.m., July 16, Mad Science of grade Lakes Golf Club, dinner for four at the Maine will present “3-2-1 Blast Off.” Capital Fund Drive underway Village Inn and an O’Brien stand-up paddle The Belgrade Lakes Farmers Market on The Capital Fund Drive initiated by Belgrade board. For more information about tickets, Sundays in the village offer shoppers fresh Historical Society to renovate the Old Town visit the Belgrade Lakes Association’s website organic produce, Maine maple syrup, hand- House is going well, according to its mem- at belgradelakesassociation.org. crafted jewelry and homemade ice cream. bers. The Society received several thousand The 7 Lakes Alliance will offer a series of ex- The Belgrade Historical Society (belgradehis- dollars and returns are coming in on a daily citing educational presentations at the Maine toricalsociety.org) will host three summer pro- basis. Lakes Resource Center on 137 Main St. The grams at the Maine Lakes Resource Center. Thanks to those who have already donated, Chewonki Foundation’s Traveling Natural All are on Thursdays and start at 7 p.m. all donations will help the bottom line! History will present a program about owls at • July 18, Local historian, David Leigh: The Belgrade Historical Society is a non- 2 p.m., July 9 and an exhibit and talk about Rendering of Townhouse after Renovation Recovering the Recent Past. profit organization, so all contributions to its reptiles at 2 p.m., Aug. 6. Sketch by Artist Erik Johnson • Aug. 22 , Scott Andrews, USM Senior capital campaign to renovate the Old Town At 11 a.m. Aug. 14, Avian Haven, a bird College: Inventing Vacationland. House are tax deductible. Any donation made Leigh will describe a project in the 1990s in rehabilitation organization, will explain the July Fourth events in Belgrade: to BHS can be deducted from income tax to which students wrote letters to politicians hazards that loons face and what people • 9 a.m.– 2 p.m. Book Sale at the Center the extent allowable by law. Members ask seeking their perspectives on important na- can do to help them. For a full schedule of for All Seasons. that people think of making an end-of-year tional and international political events that the summer’s events, including lake paddles • 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Union Church Straw- donation to help to preserve Belgrade history. they had participated in between 1945 and and shoreline preservation workshops, visit berry Festival. The next BHS event will be on Thursday, July 1990. Many famous leaders responded and 7lakesalliance.org. • 11:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. Village Inn Lunch 18, at the 7 Lakes Alliance building. Former Leigh will read some of their responses and The Friends of the Belgrade Public Library in the Tavern. Messalonskee High School teacher David provide historical context. will host its 5K road race, starting at 8 a.m., • Noon: Boat Parade Line-up at the mouth July 20 at the Belgrade Central School. Reg- of the Mill Stream on Great Pond. Why Vacationland? istration starts at 7:15 a.m. At 11 a.m., July • 1 - 2 p.m. Free Ice Cream Social at the Did you ever wonder how the term Vacationland got associated with Maine? For anyone under 13, Mr. Harley and The Strollers will present Center For All Seasons. 85, that term always has been on Maine license plates. But now you can learn all about its or- a family music event. • 4 p.m. Grand Parade down Main Street. igins at a program at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, at the 7 Lakes Alliance building. Scott Andrews The library also has scheduled several • 5 p.m. Frog Jumping Contest ( Bring a frog of the USM Senior College has been researching the history of Vacationland and he has some speakers throughout the summer. Events are to Main Street/Hulin Road). fascinating lore to present. free and open to the public: • 9:15 p.m. Fireworks over Long Pond (Rain At 11 a.m. on Fridays, there will be walking tours of Belgrade Lakes village. People need to • Mon., July 15, 6 p.m.: Maine Crime Writ- Date July 5) reserve a spot at least 24 hours in advance by calling 495-2310. 2 Thursday, June 27, 2019 ______Advertising Supplement • Kennebec Journal • Morning Sentinel

Hammond Lumber and ShoreMaster take steps to make water entry easy Measuring can be a challenge for a do-it-yourselfer BY VALERIE TUCKER from land to water requires that the steps be connected, he Correspondent can show the options to make that happen. “We can install steps nearly anywhere from the bank or ummer fun on the water can make memories that last wall to the water or to the deck,” Folsom said. a lifetime. Getting to the lake, pond or ocean, however, Whether the customer is a do-it-yourselfer or chooses to S can involve a lot of planning, packing and possibly have the Hammond Lumber professional installers do the a long ride with the family. That first swim or boat ride is job, Folsom says calculating the number of steps requires something special each year, but sometimes there’s a small some very accurate math. One is for the rise, which is the challenge: how to get down to the water. distance in a vertical line from the top step to the bottom “We love our unspoiled Maine waterfront until it starts to get step. The second measurement, called the run, is the in the way of fully enjoying our time on the water,” said Derek horizontal number of feet from placement of the bottom Folsom, one of Hammond Lumber’s experts in the ShoreMas- step to the point on the embankment where the top step ter line of docks, lifts and accessories. will be sited. The final calculations to determine the number Many of his customers have used the same old splintery of steps may require additional design, depending on the wooden stairs for years, but the wood has become unsafe total rise and run distances.. The step sections may need to and unsightly. Those who never had stairs or even a basic be supplemented by the addition of at least one 4-by-4-foot ramp down to the water or the dock just decide they don’t landing, or possibly more, to ensure stability. enjoy clambering over rocks and slippery grass. Maybe they “All of our rugged Maine locations, including the ocean aren’t as strong as they used to be, or they have visitors who sites, require exacting work,” Folsom said. “Our installers need a railing to steady themselves on the walk to and from have faced some really interesting situations, but I think we the water. all like those challenges.” “One unexpected fall can change a summer memory in a big ShoreMaster also manufactures gangway ramps, which way,” he said. can be a simple solution for lower inclines and a necessi- The Hammond Lumber ShoreMaster experts help customers ty for people with physical limitations. The gangways are decide what they need, based on their free shoreline assess- especially suitable for ocean sites. The ShoreMaster floating ment visit and the many different configurations that their docks will rise and fall with the tide so the ramps adjust Quick Steps line offers. He places safety as his first consider- perfectly to that change, he said. ation when he meets with his customers. He also emphasizes Hammond Lumber provides free local delivery and convenience. shoreline assessment. ShoreMaster has the broadest line boat lifts, swim rafts, standing docks, floating docks, wheel- “Our ShoreMaster Quick Step stairs never need sanding or of waterfront equipment in the industry and, for more than in docks and Quick-Connect accessories, all with a 15-year painting,” he said. “They don’t get slippery after a rainstorm, 30 years Hammond Lumber has had the exclusive Maine warranty. To request information about the ShoreMaster and they provide that extra feeling of security for everyone, no dealership. steps, docks and accessories, visit hammondlumber.com. matter what age or physical shape.” “We really take a lot of pride in providing safe, dependa- Hammond Lumber’s 21 locations in Maine include: The InfinityTrack accessory system allows the steps to be ble, easy-to-use products that complement our customers’ Auburn, Bangor, Bar Harbor, Belfast, Belgrade, Blue Hill, mounted and even moved nearly anywhere. Available in homes on the water,” Folsom said. “That’s why we sell the Boothbay Harbor, Brunswick, Bucksport, Calais, Camden, four- or six-step sections, the stairs’ total structural height is ShoreMaster systems.” Cherryfield, Damariscotta, Ellsworth, Fairfield, Farmington, adjustable for secure placement at the bottom. If the height ShoreMaster products at Hammond Lumber also include Greenville, Machias, Portland, Rockland and Skowhegan. Fishing has a long history in the Belgrade Lakes Region BY MICHAEL GUARINO cross between a lake trout and brook trout. Over the past 20- Special to Beautiful Belgrade plus years, smallmouth and largemouth bass have dominat- ed the fishing scene. The fish thrive in the clear, clean water The Belgrade Lakes chain is comprised of seven very and gorge themselves on a healthy population of crawfish and different and distinct waters, each with its own sense of baitfish. The Belgrades are so popular with bass fishermen peace and ambiance. It includes East Pond, 1823 acres; that Major League Fishing has held two professional tourna- Photos contributed by North Pond, 2115 acres; Great Pond, 8239; McGrath Pond, ments here in the last four years. Michael Guarino 486 acres; Salmon Lake, 562 acres; Long Pond, 2714 acres The Belgrades have seen much change over the last Fishing is a sport and , 3510. All of the lakes have public 150-years, but much has stayed the same. Travelers and enjoyed by people boat launches providing easy access with the exception of locals alike still enjoy the tranquil quality of life, and often fall of all ages. McGrath, which is accessible via the Salmon Lake launch. asleep to the lonely call of the loon. There also are a number of streams and backwaters Sporting camps and summer camps continue to dot the popular with fishermen, including Belgrade Stream, which shorelines where laughter and the sounds of splashing kids BUDDIES MEATS connects Long Pond to Messalonskee, Mill Stream which con- fill the air. And of course, the Belgrades still draw anglers from nects Great Pond to Long Pond and Ingham Stream & Pond, a all over the world and offer a chance to catch the fish of a & GROCERIES backwater offshoot of Long Pond. lifetime. Check Out The Belgrade region has a long and fabled angling history Our Fresh going back to the mid-1800s, when Maine Central Railroad OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Bakery added a stop in Belgrade Depot. 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Hello Good Pie offers up homemade pies, pastries and breads The menu calls out to breakfast lovers, dinner fans alike BY VALERIE TUCKER Correspondent “We are always developing new ideas for our ready-made meals.” Friends of the or the past several SHARI HAMILTON, OWNER HELLO GOOD PIE BAKERY & GOURMET KITCHEN years, Hello Good Pie Belgrade F Bakery & Gourmet Kitchen owner Shari Hamilton has shared her seemingly limitless love and talent Public Library for baking with Belgrade’s appreciative residents. They have become devotees of invite road race her homemade pies, pastries, tarts and breads. Shari and her crew make participants their own spreads, dips, seasonal salads and deli sandwiches served on their to 5K homemade bread of the day at the Main Street eatery in Belgrade. Law enforcement “We are always developing new ideas for our ready-made registration fee meals,” Hamilton said. “We always provide the old fa- vorites, but we like to try new waived ideas and experiment with new flavors.” In addition to the fresh- he Friends of the Belgrade Public Library will ly-baked offerings, the menu host its 10th annual Friends of the Belgrade includes fresh deli sand- T Public Library 5K Road Race at 8 a.m. Satur- wiches, epic chicken salads, Photo by Valerie Tucker day, July 20. This is one of several events sponsored delicious soups, stews and Hello, Good Pie Bakery & Gourmet Kitchen owner Shari Hamilton invites breakfast lovers to en- by ‘The Friends’ to raise funds to support and maintain chowders made daily and joy fresh cinnamon rolls, still warm from the oven, and a great cup of coffee, in the restaurant’s the operation of The Belgrade Public Library. The race ready to go. The refrigerated outdoor seating. She also offers avocado toast, quiche, breakfast burritos and sandwiches that will start and finish at the Belgrade Public Library; en- cases are also full of cheeses, are great for those in a hurry or just longing for an alternative to the usual morning meal. trants can choose to walk, run, or jog the course. spreads and dips and fresh, This will be the 7th year featuring The Summer Camp local, organic vegetables in Challenge. Last year the Friends had camp participants season. who want a taste of real Maine Breakfast lovers can’t wait, Hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Camp Caribou, Camp Matoaka, Camp Runoia Dinner menus feature cooking. she said, for their fresh cinna- Thursday through Saturday and and Camp Vega. A special Camp Award will go to the creative comfort foods that “We also have lots of soups mon rolls, still warm from the 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday and winning camp of the Summer Camp Challenge. This are a notch above the usual. available for take-out,” she oven. Along with a great cup Monday. year we are extending an invitation to all of our area Nothing comes out of a can, said. “One that always sells out of coffee, they can be enjoyed law enforcement agencies to participate in the 5K road she said. quickly is the beef stew at lunch at their outdoor seating. She race. As a way to show our support, we are waiving the “One of our most popular time.” also offers avocado toast, FOR MORE registration fee for all off-duty police officers. favorites is the traditional Hello, Good Pie posts a quiche, breakfast burritos and INFORMATION: Race day registration takes place at Belgrade Public sandwiches that are great for Library beginning at 7 a.m. with the race starting Yankee pot roast dinner,” daily bakery schedule, so that Hello, Good Pie Bakery she said. “We serve it with customers can reserve their those in a hurry or just longing at 8 a.m. Race day registration fee is $20. 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Greek food comes to Belgrade in a bright blue food truck BY VALERIE TUCKER come and gone, those who are here today, Correspondent and what they have all taught us along the way.” ummer in Belgrade means enjoying More than a century ago, Tim’s grandpar- the outdoors and getting out of the hot ents, Olga and James Spiro Yotides, left their S kitchen. On any weekend, a quick walk little village in Epirus, a mountainous region to the Spiro & Company food truck in down- in the far northwestern corner of the country. town Belgrade will take care of the “what’s They emigrated to central Maine and, over for dinner” question. the years, the recipes for her time-honored Each summer, Lori Yotides draws custom- dishes were passed down. ers to her bright blue food truck at 78 Main When Lori married Tim and became part Photo contributed Street, serving up generous portions of Greek of the family, she was drawn immediately At 78 Main Street in downtown Belgrade, summer breezes waft tantalizing smells of fast food and music. Over the years, she and to the traditional recipes, making them for marinated lamb and grass-fed beef grilled slowly in Spiro & Company’s blue food truck. her husband Tim, have created a menu of friends and family, who said she had a gift. Owner and chef Lori Yotides wraps the meat slices in warm pita bread with bits of red classic Greek recipes made nearly the same The couple decided to open the food truck, onion, diced cucumber, kalamata olives, feta cheese, lettuce and tzatziki sauce. For a way as visitors would find in Athens, Greece. naming the business after their own young real Greek dessert, she serves a generous helping of baklava, made with layers of flaky “We call this type of food kolatsio,” Tim son Spiro. Lori says she stays true to the phyllo, walnuts, butter and a honey syrup. said. “Throughout history, street vendors Greek formula that brings customers back always had to compete for customers, so they again and again, but she’s added a few had to make sure everything was fresh and touches of her own. delicious.” “Olga’s recipe for chicken souvlaki is is spanakopita, made with layers of phyllo very early Saturday Night Live skit. Lori also Kolatsio can be a meal by itself or eaten always a favorite,” she said. “People tell me dough and baked with spinach and herbs. does take-out Pita Party orders, packag- as a snack, he said. Lori does the cooking, they can’t believe they’ve eaten such deli- Baklava is by far the favorite dessert, she ing the grilled meat choices, the fresh- making each dish from scratch with “meraki.” cious food for such an affordable price.” said. This classic Greek specialty takes lots ly-chopped vegetables, cheeses, tzatziki Roughly translated from Greek to English, Gyros (pronounced yee-ros) is another of time and patience. She bakes papery sauce and condiments, ready for pick-up. she said, that means the food is cooked with customer favorite. Marinated lamb or local thin phyllo layers, walnuts and lots of butter “People can make their own souvlakis at great passion and skill. Although she’s added grass-fed beef is seared slowly over a ver- and drizzles the crunchy crispy layers with a home,” she said. “They are so easy and fun some personal touches to these authentic tical rotisserie. Lori tucks the grilled meat honey syrup. and delicious to serve.” recipes, she has always stayed true to the in warm pita bread and adds chopped red “It is a very popular Greek dessert, and I Find Spiro & Company’s menu at classics. It’s not just about the food, she said. onion, diced cucumber, kalamata olives, serve very generous portions,” she said. spiroandcompany.com or on Facebook. Call “It is about our devotion to family.” she said. feta cheese, lettuce and a piquant tzatziki Their juicy BFG Borger (Big, Fat and Very (207) 441-2103 or email spiroandcompa- “It honors and celebrates those who have sauce. Another customer favorite, she said, Greek!) is a tongue-in-cheek tribute to a [email protected] for more information. Lakeside Inn remains one of the oldest houses in Belgrade Contributed by the residence once again into a View Manor to Edwin Megill baths on the second floor— Belgrade Historical Society public house, which he called (1883-1970), who owned the that impart to the house the for Beautiful Belgrade The Lake View Manor. He Locusts House across the sense of being in a 175-year added a basement dining street. Megill used the now old home with updated com- The history of the Lakeside room that overlooked Long former Lake View Manor as forts. McManus dubbed the Inn in Belgrade begins with Pond and was famous for its his private residence. The restored mansion the Fore- Hiram Savage, who con- home-cooked meals. In the Locusts House was sold after castle, and for several years structed it in 1843, adding early 1920s, he acquired the Edwin Megill’s death and it was a bed and breakfast the distinctive rooftop cupola white house next door—now renamed The Village Inn. inn, despite changes in known as a “widow’s watch,” the Balloons and Things gift The former Lakeview Man- proprietors and names, al- which functioned as a means shop, which he operated as or/Megill residence fell into though most recently it was of bringing fresh air into big the Home Cottage annex for disrepair in the 1970s. In a private residence. houses, but, also became a The Lake View Manor. the 1980s, Peter McManus Proprietors of the Lakeside Photo from the Pope Collection, spot where wives of fisher- In the late 1930s, a few purchased the building and Inn, Katherine Couture, Liz Belgrade Lakes Historical Society men watched for the return years after a fire had de- undertook the major reno- Fontaine and Linda reo- Lake View Manor, circa 1920, showing dining room in rear of the fishing boats of their stroyed the famous dining vations—especially the six pened the historic public overlooking Long Pond and dining hours on tree sign. men folk. room, Bean sold the Lake large bedrooms with private house. Hiram Savage built the large house as residence for his family and a tavern—the term used in the early 19th century for a public house where travelers could get a bed and food for the night. Both Hiram Savage and his son were listed as black- smiths in the 1850 census. The large barn adjacent to the house served both as a blacksmith’s workshop and a stable for horses and carriages, although docu- ments are unavailable to certify whether the current barn is the original one from Main St. 1843 or a replacement built during major renovations in Belgrade Lakes the 1880s. Belgrade Lakes was known 207-485-2323 as Belgrade Mills at this time because of the several mills Put it all together with a vacation home at the dam—the very first mortgage at Franklin Savings Bank dam having been construct- Make ed in 1797. The railroad came to Belgrade depot in 1849. memories in Henry Golder, who with his father and brother owned Golder’s Store—the present site of Day’s Store—bought your own Savage’s tavern about 1882 and remodeled it for his private home. Henry Golder backyard died in the early 1900s, and his widow, Elvira Chandler Golder, who died in 1916, sold their house, which passed through several own- ers before being acquired in 1918 by Irvin Bean (1876- 1940), younger brother of L.L. Bean. By this time, Belgrade Mills had been renamed Belgrade Lakes and was a famous tourist center. Bean already had a home in what today is called the 1830 House, and since 1910 he had been the owner-opera- tor of Bean’s General Store and Bait & Tackle Shop. He www.FranklinSavings.Bank 207-778-2900 800-287-0752 turned the former Golder Farmington Skowhegan River Valley Jay Wilton Rangeley Ellsworth Advertising Supplement • Kennebec Journal • Morning Sentinel ______Thursday, June 27, 2019 5

Snow Pond Center for the Arts and New England Music Camp announce their 2019 Summer Music Series now Pond Center for the Arts and the Day, will be celebrated at the Sunday, Aug. New England Music Camp announce 11 Concert at the Bowl. The Artisan Market S their 2019 Summer Music Series . will begin at 1 p.m. and run throughout the Featuring some of the world’s finest musi- 3 p.m. Concert. Over 30 artists, craftsmen, cians and performers, the 2019 series is and gourmet carts from across the state of blends a variety of thrilling performances. Maine will be selling their goods at what is from the Broadway Under the Stars: The sure to be one of the best Artisan Fairs in Classics of Rodgers and Hammerstein with the area this summer. Bowl-In-The-Pines, the Snow Pond Symphony, to The Stranger: 1 - 6 p.m. Free to the public. A Tribute to Billy Joel, music lovers are in for On Aug. 25, Snow Pond welcome The Man an incredible summer of music spanning In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash. With his from Broadway to Christian Pop-Rock, and striking resemblance, spot on mannerisms Billy Joel to Johnny Cash! and baritone voice, Shawn Barker em- On June 29, Snow Pond will present bodies the character and spirit of Johnny Broadway Under the Stars: The Classics of Cash. Barker’s Tribute to Johnny Cash is Rodgers and Hammerstein with the Snow an accurate and energetic recreation of Pond Symphony Chamber Orchestra . Snow an american music icon and the show is Pond welcomes some of Broadway’s top bringing the legend back to life onstage for performers for this one-night-only event. the fans of today and the next generation. Directed by Broadway veteran Frances Concert will begin at 4 p.m. at the Bowl In Mercanti-Anthony (Spring Awakening, Jeru- the Pines. Tickets: $20-$30. Please note: salem) and Music Directed by Paul Staroba This is a Sunday event, so alcohol will not (A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, be sold. There will be a picnic option for My Fair Lady), this spectacular evening is ticket holders. sure to be one you don’t want to miss and On Sept. 5 Snow Pond will close the features performers from blockbusters uch summer with The Stranger: A Tribute to Billy as Les Miserables, Beauty and the Beast, Joel. Formed in late summer of 2009, The Mame, and Camelot! The concert will begin Stranger has already amassed an impres- at 7:30 p.m. at the Bowl-In-The-Pines. Tick- sive list of high profile shows and events ets: $10-$30. across America. All six members residing On July 20, New England Music Camp will in the Charlotte area with several decades present its 40th Annual NEMC Pops Concert and thousands of shows between them, it’s at the Bowl In The Pines. Come enjoy a glass a musical powerhouse that is quickly being of wine as you listen to the beautiful music recognized as one of the best live bands in of the NEMC Symphony Orchestra, Sym- the tribute genre. This concert will begin at phonic Band, Chorale and Jazz Ensemble. Contributed photo 7:30 p.m. at the Bowl in the Pines and is This terrific performance that also features New England Music Camp’s storied Bowl in the Pines fills its surroundings with the Snow Pond’s Sponsor Appreciation Night. a silent auction and door prizes. All pro- sounds of music throughout the summer. Come help us celebrate another tremen- ceeds go directly to the NEMC scholarship dous summer season! Tickets: $25-$35. fund. Performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for all shows are now availa- Tickets: $20. p.m. NEMC Concerto Competition winners Student Honor Recitals - July 12, 17, 19, ble! All proceeds from ticketed events go New England Music Camp will continue to will perform with the faculty orchestra on 31 and Aug. 2, 9. towards student scholarships, and all of hold free weekend concerts and weekly re- July 19 and Aug. 9. NEMC Counselor Recital : July 5. Snow Pond’s and NEMC’s youth education- citals throughout the summer. All concerts Weekend Concerts - July 6, 7, 13, 14, 21, NEMC Musical Theater Showcases - July al opportunities and events. Please visit are held at the Bowl-In-The Pines at 3 p.m. 27, 28 and Aug. 3, 4, 10, 11. 18 and Aug. 7. snowpond.org for tickets and details on all and all recitals are at Alumni Hall at 7:30 Faculty Artist Recitals - July 3, 10, 24, 26. An NEMC tradition, Maine Appreciation summer events. 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