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Plan a Summer Getaway to the Boothbay Harbor Region
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Visitor E-news July 2013, Volume 2
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Greetings,
Summer in Maine is always a memorable time: stunning sunsets, cool ocean breezes, fresh and decadent seafood, and the stunning beauty of the Maine coast are all great reasons to visit the Boothbay Harbor Region. Rachel Tibbetts, who has been our Visitor Relations Coordinator for the past several years and our official canine greeter, Bella, are leaving the Chamber to start a new adventure. We are sad to see Rachel and Bella leave, but are excited to welcome Rimar Reed on board as our new Visitor Relations Coordinator. If you are in the area, we would love to have you stop by and say hello to Rimar! Downeast Magazine is trying to find out what Maine's prettiest drive is. We are a bit partial to the scenic vistas found at Ocean Point and along our peninsula, but if you want to cast your vote, you can click here and tell Downeast what you think. This summer has seen some hot and muggy weather, which is a perfect excuse to find your sea legs and get out on the water. There are lots of tours and excursions to experience, including scenic and nature cruises, dinner cruises, music cruises, and more. Hop the boat to Monhegan Island and explore that rugged and beautiful island. Climb aboard an historic windjammer and experience sailing from a bygone era. Be a lobsterman for a day and learn what it takes to catch and keep a Maine lobster. Let a local sport fisherman aid you in your pursuit of mackerel, striped bass, bluefish, shark, or tuna. Or, if paddling is more your speed, rent a kayak or stand-up paddle board to explore the harbor and coastline. No matter what kind of a vessel you decide to go out on, we hope that you will take some time to explore the coastline by boat, and we wish you fair winds and following seas!
Warm wishes,
Catherine Wygant Fossett
Executive Director
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Mainsail News TV is an on-line video production company whose intention is to capture the interest of highly competitive sailors, as well as educate youth sailors into the basics of local regatta participation.
We cover local and national Regattas from the Florida Keys up to Maine.
Experienced racers will enjoy the high end regatta news updates from around the world. New sailors are able to access information to get them started and feeling more comfortable with participating in local regattas. We encourage young sailors by introducing them to youth sailing opportunities and venues.
Mainsail News TV is available to cover your Regatta by videoing races and displaying at the awards ceremony and on-line. This gives your Regatta great exposure, locally and nationally.
This website is intended to hold the interest of highly competitive sailors as well as educate youth sailors and guide weekend warriors into the the basics of local regatta participation. We like to focus on the types of regattas we all can afford to enjoy in the hopes of increasing participation in these events.
Another department of this site is intended to encourage young potential sailors to pursue their ambitions by introducing them to youth sailing
opportunities and venues including the information on how to compete on a collegiate level or even obtain a sailing scholarship.
Contact: Jeff Drechsher
Phone: (941) 827-2944
Email: jeff@mainsailnews.tv
Website: www.mainsailnews.tv
Sawyer's Way Located on the road to Boothbay Harbor, we sell unique antiques, vintage salvage, cottage furniture and accessories. In our onsite workshop we build custom furniture inspired by the culture of old coastal Maine. Contact: Jeff Dowdy Phone: (207) 841-0700 Email: billysawyersway@gmail.com Website: sawyersway.blogspot.com Weatherbird has been offering delicious food, quality meats, artisan cheeses, fresh roasted coffee, decadent chocolates, wine and more since 1983 and fashionable clothing and accessories for women. Contact: Joanne Moore Phone: (207) 563-8993 Email: weatherbird@gwi.net Website: www.weatherbird.net |
| Congratulations to Beach Cove Waterfront Inn which has been awarded a TripAdvisor 2013 Certificate of Excellence. This prestigious award, which places the hotel in the top-performing 10% of all businesses worldwide on TripAdvisor, is given to businesses that consistently earn high ratings from TripAdvisor travelers.
Oliver's at Cozy Harbor received a great write-up in the Portland Press Herald. Click here to read the review.
The Amtrak Downeaster is excited to announce our 2013-14 Downeaster Travel Packages. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly day trip, a culinary adventure, or a romantic weekend away, there's a Downeaster Travel Package for you. Downeaster Travel Packages- Broadway in Boston. Hop aboard the Amtrak Downeaster and enjoy the magical experience of a Broadway performance in Boston. Upcoming shows include Wicked, Million Dollar Quarter, A Christmas Story, Book of Mormon and the Phantom of the Opera. Packages include round-trip Downeaster transportation, Mezzanine ticket, and all taxes. Day trips start at $129 per person. Overnight packages are also available. Call 1-888-574-0777 or visit Downeasterpackages.com for more information. The Boothbay Health and Wellness Foundation is holding a "Save St. Andrews" poster/art context. Win a prize for the best artwork to tell the story of "Why We Need to Save St. Andrews Hospital." It can be any medium that can be reproduced. The submission deadline is August 15th. Call Patty at (207) 633-4368 for more information. |
Click on the image above to visit the Chamber's website to learn more about these exciting upcoming events!
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STAY CONNECTED
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce
192 Townsend Avenue
PO Box 356
Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
207-633-2353
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CHAMBER STAFF:
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Executive Director
Rimar Reed
Visitor Relations Coordinator
Cherie Scott
Member Services & Events Manager
Administrative Coordinator
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2013 Region Events for Your Calendar
September 19: 2nd Annual Claw Down Chef's Lobster Bite Competition
December 7: Harbor Lights Festival
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2013 Boothbay Harbor Region Visitors and Resource Guide
Click the picture to view the guide online or to request your copy today!
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Support the Rotary and own a beautiful book.
A Year in the Life of the Boothbay Region
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New issues bi-weekly throughout the summer.
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The Opera House
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Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
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Coming Up...
- A few of the events happening in the next few weeks -
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"Jane Dahmen: Through the Trees,"and "Carole Hanson: Small Kingdom,"
July 18 - August 17, 2013, at Gleason Fine Art gallery, 31 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor
Opening reception with the artists is Thursday, July 18, from 5-7 pm. Public cordially invited. Gallery hours: Monday-Saturday, 10-5, and Sunday, 11-4. 207-633-6849; www.gleasonfineart.com
Jane Dahmen Discusses Art at Gleason Fine Art Thursday, July 25, 2013, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Gleason Fine Art gallery at 31 Townsend Avenue Jane Dahmen, who is known for her large-scale paintings of trees and woods, is thrilled to have the opportunity to describe her technique as well as how she came to be an artist. Please join us at the gallery on July 25 to enjoy a glass of wine and hear how one of Maine's most successful artists discovered her artist's muse. For further information, call the gallery at 207-633-6849. Mutt Scrub
Saturday, July 27, 2013, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., lawn next to Two Salty Dogs Pet Outfitters
Two Salty Dogs is having a Mutt Scrub on Saturday, July 27th, from 11 AM - 3 PM to benefit Lincoln County Animal Shelter. They'll be washing dogs, clipping nails, giving away treats, and raffling off great prizes. Proceeds go to the shelter! And volunteers from the shelter will be there with adoptable dogs that need a bath, so you can sponsor a shelter dog if you don't have one of your own. The Mutt Scrub will be on the lawn next to Two Salty Dogs in front of Coastal Shipping. Lobster Roll 5K and Fun Run Saturday, July 27, 2013 The Lobster Roll 5K and Fun Run is a fund raiser to help raise money to build a new track to benefit the Boothbay Harbor Region High School and Community. For more information, visit www.lobsterroll5k.com Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences Cafe Scientifique
Travels with Henry: Exploring the Gulf of Maine by Remote Control July 30, 2013, 6:00 p.m., The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor Come experience the Gulf of Maine as seen through the eyes of Henry, Bigelow Laboratory's remote controlled robot submarine.
Open House at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences Friday, August 2, 2013, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences is inviting the public to the first summer open house on its new, LEED® Platinum Ocean Science and Education Campus at 60 Bigelow Drive in East Boothbay on Friday, August 2, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Laboratory's scientists, staff, and interns will be on hand to meet informally with visitors and describe the research they are doing to understand the ocean's microscopic marine organisms and their critical role in the global environment. The day's schedule includes a program of short presentations about research projects and the laboratories that support them, as well as self-guided open periods, expedition videos, displays, and hands-on activities. All ages welcome, but no pets, please. Parking is available on campus. For more information, call (207) 315-2567. A Day Out With Thomas™
August 2-4 and 9-11 2013, Boothbay Railway Village Thomas the Tank Engine™ will be visiting the museum in addition to a vast array of other entertainment offerings. Visit www.railwayvillage.org for more information. 56th Annual Rotary Club Benefit Auction and Flea Market Saturday, August 3, 2013, Boothbay Common This popular event is a fundraiser for the Boothbay Harbor Rotary Club and is the place to find amazing deals and incredible treasures! First Annual Wings Over Wiscasset VOICES OF FREEDOM Family Fun Festival and Fundraiser Tuesday, August 6, 2013 (rain date; August 7), Wiscasset Airport This fun family festival includes activities for children and adults, food, entertainment, airshow, and fireworks. At the Opera House: Solas
Thursday, July 25, 2013, 7:30 p.m., The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
Solas, "Irish America's most influential band," according to NPR's The Thistle and Shamrock, announces that their Shamrock City Tour is coming to the Opera House in Boothbay Harbor on July 25 at 7:30 PM. The tour is in support of their recently released album by the same name and through their music and images it tells a family story of immigration, mining and murder and the remarkable history of Butte, MT. Solas is the quintessential Irish-American band recording and touring in the US today. Fifteen years ago, in a manner befitting their name (Gaelic for "light"), Solas burst onto the Irish music scene and instantly became a beacon - an incandescent ensemble that found contemporary relevance in timeless traditions without clichés. Tickets are $22 in advance or $27 the day of the show.
Delfeayo Marsalis & The New American Songbook
Friday, July 26, 2013, 7:30 p.m., The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
The expression 'everything old is new again' comes to life as the Music Doing Good Foundation returns to the Opera House this summer, delivering a musical trip down memory lane. Featuring very Special Musical Guests Delfeayo Marsalis and friends, this multi-talented group of core artists dusts off many of America's beloved classics and gives them a modern twist. This evening presented by the Music Doing Good Foundation is a fundraiser for the Opera House, with all proceeds going to benefit the continuing restoration of the historic building. Advance tickets $20, day of show $25.
Cherish the Ladies Friday, August 2, 2013, 8:00 p.m., The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
When describing Cherish the Ladies, the critics say it best;"It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn't enjoy what they do", says the Boston Globe, "An astonishing array of virtuosity", proclaims the Washington Post, and they "Expand the annals of Irish music in America, the music is passionate, tender and rambunctious", according to The New York Times. For the past 28 years, Cherish the Ladies have proven themselves worthy to live up to these accolades and in doing so have become one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music. Gifted musician John Mock will open the concert. Tickets for the show are $20 in advance and $25 the day of the show.
Call the Box Office at 207-633-5159 for tickets or visit www.boothbayoperahouse.com Click here for the most up-to-date list of shows coming to the Opera House
At the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
The Botany of Beer
Thursday, July 25, 2013, 5:00-8:00 p.m. , Kitchen Garden Cafe
Great beers are the stuff of which legends are made, and an essential factor in creating beers that stand apart from the crowd is the plants used in brewing them. Plant scientist Tim Boland and Scott Arboretum educator Julie Jenney will discuss the many fascinating facets of one of the world's oldest prepared beverages - from the controversy over beer styles to the rise of craft beers and ancient brews. They'll introduce the botanical components of beer - plants from the grass family such as wheat and barley - but also the fruits, spices, and, of course, hops, that go into the mix. They'll explore unique characteristics of different beers and suggest the best foods and glassware to pair with various brews. Tastings of several craft beers will help participants discover for themselves the differences among beers and what factors might influence the taste, color, and other features of each selection. Sandwiches and snacks are included in the admission fee of $60 for members and $72 for nonmembers.
August 5-9 Workshop Pairs New York Artist and Maine Nature
August 5-9, 2013, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
In the second annual New York Botanical Gardens' "Summer in Coastal Maine" partnership with Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, internationally renowned botanical artist Dick Rauh, a NYBG art instructor, will present a unique, week-long drawing workshop at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.. The course, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day, will be conducted both outdoors amid spectacular gardens and native landscapes, and indoors in the well-lit, air-conditioned Bosarge Family Education Center. During the five days of instruction, Rauh will help his students develop the ability to study and capture the natural world by drawing the native trees, shrubs, ferns, and flowers of Maine. Each day's class will begin with a discussion of subjects including plant architecture, perspective, and composition. Then everyone will go outdoors to draw. Delicious lunches from the Kitchen Garden Café at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are included in the five-day course tuition fee of $495 for members of either CMBG or NYBG or $550 for nonmembers. Registration and a list of materials participants should bring to the class are available through the New York Botanical Garden, either at www.NYBG.org or by phone at (718) 817-8747.
Click here for a complete list of activities happening at the Gardens this July
Registration is required for these events; call 207-633-4333, ext. 101, or visit www.mainegardens.org. The Gardens is off Barters Island Road in Boothbay.
At the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library:
July Artist of the Month: Dave Cleaveland
 Dave Cleaveland is a self-taught photographer, who started taking pictures with a Kodak 110 Instamatic when he was in high school. He studied videography in college, working for a local TV station when he graduated. He made the jump to professional photographer when he took a job as a resort photographer in South Carolina. After a little "prodding" from his wife, Dave joined the digital revolution, and has been capturing scenes from above and around the state of Maine and New England ever since. Visit the Library on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to see his work. Hallowell Band Concert Thursday Evenings in July and August, 7:30 p.m. This is the first of many Hallowell Band Concerts on the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library lawn this summer. If you'd like, bring your own comfy chair and enjoy the sounds that have been resonating in the Harbor for several years. If there is rain, the concert will be cancelled - call for updated information: (207) 633-3112. Click here for a complete schedule of events at the Library in July and August
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Activities for Children at the Owl's Head Transportation Museum:
Cardboard Contraptions, Saturday, July 27 at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Join us at the Museum to create your very own vehicle using cardboard. With the guidance of museum staff and volunteers kids will have an opportunity to build a car, airplane or spacecraft before getting creative with the decorating process and even making a wearable creation! Customize Your Bike, Sunday, July 28 at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. After exploring the Museum's extensive collection of historic bicycles and tricycles, participants will have time to decorate their own bikes as they wish. Bring your bike or trike and embrace summer style! Water Rockets, Monday, July 29 at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Building water rockets is a great summertime activity! Participants are tasked with building a water- and air-powered rocket to launch at the Museum and at home. Completion of this workshop takes approximately 60 minutes. Mousetrap Cars, Tuesday, July 30 at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm.. Participants will build a fun mini race car using a mousetrap as a power source and then race their cars inside the Museum. Completion of this workshop takes approximately 90 minutes. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged for all workshops. For additional information or to register please call the Owls Head Transportation Museum at (207) 594-4418. A schedule of educational activities for the month of August will be released in late July.As always, children under 18 are admitted to the Owls Head Transportation Museum free of charge. Standard adult admission is $10 and senior admission is $8. The Owls Head Transportation Museum is open from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm every day, year round. The Museum is located at 117 Museum Street in Owls Head. |
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Click on the banner ad to visit the Coastal Studies for Girls website
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Coastal Studies for Girls (CSG) is a science and leadership semester school for 10th grade girls located on the stunning coast of Freeport, Maine, Coastal Studies for Girls is an inspiring place for girls with an adventurous spirit and a desire for challenge to realize their academic and leadership potential in a supportive living and learning environment while earning a semester of academic credit. Girls from across the country and around the world are invited to spend the fall or spring semester of their sophomore year exploring marine science, expanding their leadership potential and engaging in rigorous core academics in our unique coastal setting. Visit www.coastalstudiesforgirls.org for more information about our semester school and summer programs for women, girls and educators |
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Click on the banner ad above to visit the Maine Island Trails Association website
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The Maine Island Trail Association (MITA) is a member based organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the wild islands of the Maine Island Trail, from Kittery to the Canadian Maritimes. MITA's goal is to establish a model of thoughtful use and volunteer stewardship for the Maine is lands that will assure their conservation in a natural state, while providing an exceptional recreational asset that is maintained and cared for by the people who use it. Through twenty-five years of community-building, stewardship, and education, the organization has fostered the sustainable use of America's first recreational water trail. For more information, visit www.mita.org
The Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce would like to thank these non-profits for being part of the Non-Profit Information Tent at the 51st Annual Windjammer Days!
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More Events... If you're planning ahead
Just a sampling of some of the events to come!
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11th Annual Shipyard Cup
August 9-11, 2013
One of only 11 such regattas in the world, and one of only two annual events in the USA, the Shipyard Cup hosts a small but impressive collection of magnificent sailing yachts.
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Mainsail News TV will be filming the 11th Annual Shipyard Cup
Click the banner ad above to visit the Mainsail News TV website
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Don't Miss Salt Bay Chamberfest This Summer! Now in its 19th year, the Festival's 2013 theme is "Music of the People." Artistic Director and founder Wilhelmina Smith writes: "Pulsing drums of Native Americans, ancient calls of Scandinavian shepherds, peasant songs from the fields of Hungary, progressive rap and jazz music of our time . . .Composers like Bartok, Stravinsky, Schubert and Dvorak were moved to write music inspired by the rhythms and songs they heard in the world around them. We will explore this rich variety of music alongside the original jazz, folk and popular music of its inspiration. Our musicians represent the very finest classical solo artists to the leading performers of jazz, rap, folk and native drumming." Salt Bay Chamberfest is a summer music festival with six intriguing parts: Evening Concerts, August 6, 9, 13, and 16, Darrows Barn, Damariscotta Pre-Concert Talks, 6:30, Darrows Barn, Damariscotta Masterclasses, August 9 and 16, Damariscotta Music and Nature Camp, August 5-16, 9:00 - 4:00, DRA Camp Mummichog, Damariscotta Free Family Concert, August 17, 11:00 AM, Lincoln Theater, Damariscotta For more information and to order tickets, either access our website at www.saltbaychamberfest.org/, or call our offices at (207) 522-3749 Islesboro Crossing August 17, 2013, 6:00 a.m. Support LifeFlight of Maine while you complete one of the longest open water swims in New England: the 3-mile stretch from Lincolnville to Islesboro in Penobscot Bay. Visit www.lifeflightmaine.org for more information Boothbay Region Community Resources - "Back To School, Set For Success" August 18, 2013, Boothbay Region YMCA They are going to repeat the "Back To School, Set For Success" event this summer which is a program to allow all students age 4 through 8th grade to have all their school supplies in a back pack to start the new year. They supply the students on Aug 18th at the Boothbay Region YMCA. They helped 365 students last year and their goal for this year is 425. For additional information, please contact Sue Burge, Coordinator at 633-7049.
The Commodore Cup August 17, 2013, Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club The Commodores Cup is a three race series, June 30, July 20 and Aug 17. Race in one or all three races. There will be multiple divisions based on PHRF handicap plus a separate division for BHOD boats. Classic Sailboat Race August 23, 2013, Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club This race is open to traditional full keel or heavy cruising vessels 25 years and older. The races will be held on July 19 and Aug 23 and will include a pursuit start and---- spinnakers are not allowed! Pre-registration is required and can be done via the web site at www.bhyc.net/racing, then click on "register online". The "Notice of Race" and "Sailing Instructions" for each race are also available online or at the yacht club. You must pre-register. Need crew? Contact us and we will arrange crew. For further registration information contact: Geoff McCuskey Adult Sailing and Racing Director at adultsailing@bhyc.net 207-633-5750 ext. 102 Once Upon a Time with the Time Pilots
Thursday, September 5, 2013, 6:00-9:00 p.m., Boothbay Harbor Country Club
Entertainment by Maine's top band...the Time Pilots (www.timepilotsband.com), catered event featuring a mashed potato bar, ever flowing chocolate fountain, appetizers galore and a cash bar. Last but not least, a hand-painted by local artists whimsical, wooden mirrors of all shapes and sizes sale. $50 per person for the main event only. Kick Off to the event: 1pm Golf Tournament - 25 teams. $100 a player which includes the main event party at 6pm. 100% of the proceeds go directly to the 2013 YMCA annual fund drive. For more information, contact the Boothbay Region YMCA at (207) 633- 2855. | |
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